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Ariane 5 Boosts Dual Payload Into Orbit From French Guiana

Heavy-Lift Mission With ABS-2 And Athena-Fidus Is An Arianespace 'On The Numbers' Launch Success

Arianespace opened a busy year of mission activity in 2014 with another Ariane 5 success that added key numbers to the company’s commercial launch services track record.

USS Halyburton Assists In Rescue Following Helicopter Accident

Panamanian Bell 412 Helicopter Down, One Person Fatally Injured

A Panamanian helicopter went down Thursday resulting in the fatal injury of one person while working with USS Halyburton (FFG 40) conducting operations in support of Operation Martillo in the 4th Fleet area of operations, Feb. 6. Eight others on board the aircraft were injured but survived.

NBAA Announces Recipients Of 2014 Leadership Conference Scholarships

Individuals Will Be Recognized At Leadership Conference, Feb. 19 And 20

Three individuals have been selected by the NBAA's Corporate Aviation Management Committee as recipients of the 2014 Leadership Conference Scholarship.

Boeing, Linhas Aereas de Mocambique Announce Next-Generation 737 Order

Order For Three Next-Generation 737-700s With Purchase Rights For Additional Three Airplanes

An order for three Next-Generation 737-700 airplanes has been placed with Boeing by LAM - Linhas Aereas de Mocambique (LAM – Mozambique Airlines). The order, valued at $228 million at list prices, includes purchase rights for three additional Next-Generation 737s.

Sierra Nevada Corp. Celebrates 10 Years In Space Technologies Manufacturing

Proudly Marking A Decade Of Growing Space Manufacturing Operations In Durham, NC

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) Space Systems is proudly marking 10 years of growing space manufacturing operations in Durham, NC. SNC’s Space Systems Durham facility produces mission critical components for all sectors of the space industry.

First Components For CFM's LEAP-1C Engine Delivered

Nexcell O-Duct Is New Technology That Will Replace Thrust Reverser 'D' Doors

The first O-Duct nacelle to equip CFM International’s LEAP-1C engines for the COMAC C919 jetliner have been delivered to an engine assembly facility by Nexcelle, the joint venture of Aircelle (Safran) and GE Aviation’s Middle River Aircraft Systems.

Boeing, flydubai Sign Agreement For Mobile Maintenance Solutions

Mobile Applications Support Rapid Fleet Growth And Tight Operations Schedules

An agreement to implement Boeing's suite of mobile maintenance applications was signed Monday between the planemaker and flydubai at the MRO Middle East conference. The airline will deploy Maintenance Turn Time, Toolbox Mobile Library and Toolbox Mobile Parts – solutions that provide real-time access to the information technicians need to quickly resolve maintenance issues.

App Developed For Astronauts Adapted For DOT Use

A Version Of SleepFit Being Employed In Assessment Of Safe Driving Regulations For Truckers

Chalk up another one for NASA spinoff technology. A custom version of SleepFit, a mobile app developed by Pulsar Informatics, Inc., has been used in a U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) study to assess the impact of recently revised safe driving regulations for commercial truck drivers.

3D Printed Metal Part Flown For First Time On U.K. Fighter Jet

Camera Mount Incorporated On Tornado Jet At Wharton Facility

BAE Systems engineers have created and flown a 3D printed metal part for the first time on-board a Tornado fighter jet, paving the way for using 3D printed parts in other military kit, according to a company news release. The 3D metal camera bracket was successfully flown from the company's airfield at Warton in Lancashire.

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Robinson Intro's Glass Avionics To R44, R66

R66 To Sport Aspen PFD/MFD

Robinson Helicopter Company is introducing a new line of instrument panels and avionics for the R22, R44, and R66. The new line includes, as optional equipment, Garmin's GTN 600/700 touch-screen navigators, as well as Aspen Avionics' Primary Flight Display (PFD) and Multifunction Display (MFD) systems. Garmin's GTR 225B COM radio, GMA 350H audio panel, GDL 88 universal access transceiver (UAT), and GTX 330ES transponder are also available. Robinson completed FAA flight tests and received approval for most of the new equipment and is in the final stages of certification for a few remaining combinations.

FAA, EASA Certify Avidyne ADS-B Capable AXP340 Mode S Transponder

Device Meet The ADS-B Out Mandate For NextGen Airspace Initiative

The FAA and EASA have awarded Technical Standard Order (TSO) and European TSO (ETSO) approval to Avidyne for their new AXP340 Mode S Transponder with Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Out.

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Airborne 02.07.14: FAA OKs AOAs, Aspen Testifies, Bieber Pot Flight Smoke Out

Also: Lancair Fly-In, Wings Program Revision Suggested, Rockwell Collins MultiScan ThreatTrack WX Radar, Electric Ultralight!

The FAA has taken an important step to help improve safety in small aircraft by simplifying design approval requirements for angle of attack (AOA) indicators. Under the new policy, manufacturers must build the AOA indicator system according to standards from the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) and apply for FAA approval for the design via a letter certifying that the equipment meets ASTM standards and production quality is assured. The U.S. House Small Business Committee, held a hearing on Wednesday to examine

Aspen Announces EASA Minor Change Approval

Will Allow Installation Of Evolution EFD 1000H Pro In AS355

EASA has granted minor change approval (MCA) to Aspen for the installation of the Evolution EFD 1000H Pro in the Eurocopter AS355.

US Bureau Of Land Management To Proceed With Helicopter Horse Roundup

Agency's Use Of Aircraft Called 'Inhumane' By Wild Horse Advocacy Group

Each year, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) gathers thousands of wild horses and burros to protect rangeland health. These excess animals are transported to BLM holding facilities where the younger animals are prepared for adoption through the agency's adoption program; older ones are cared for in long-term pasture settings in the Midwest.

F-35 For Japan Faces Uncertain Future

Long-Range Defense Plans Reveal Little About Actual Acquisition

Japan's defense forces are still flying 1960's-era F-4J Kai Phantoms, and two years ago, the Japanese government said it would buy F-35 fighters to modernize their air defenses. But two documents recently released by the Japanese Ministry of Defense (MoD) outlining mid- and long-range defense plans make little mention of acquisition of the aircraft.

Matt Bradley Named FLYHT President

Company Realigns Management Team

FLYHT Aerospace Solutions Ltd. has promoted Matt Bradley to the position of president effective January 31, 2014. This realignment will allow Bill Tempany, FLYHT’s current chief executive officer and former president, to focus on FLYHT’s public market participation and broader business initiatives. Mr. Tempany will remain on the Board of Directors.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (02.10.14): Upslope Fog

Upslope Fog Fog that forms when warm, moist surface air is forced up a slope by the wind. It is adiabatically cooled to below its initial dew point, which means the air cools by expansion as it rises. It forms best where there is a gradual slope, and it can become quite deep, requiring considerable time to dissipate.

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (02.10.14)

Aero Linx: The International Miniature Aerobatic Club (IMAC) The International Miniature Aerobatic Club (IMAC) is an organization dedicated to competitive sport of radio controlled Scale Aerobatic competition. IMAC operates under the auspices of the USA’s Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) with a designation as the Special Interest Group (SIG) for R/C Scale Aerobatics. While it’s origin is American, the scope of IMAC operations now extends to over 15 countries throughout the world and continues to grow daily.

Aero-News: Quote Of The Day (02.10.14)

“The Board of Directors at FLYHT would like to recognize Bill for his leadership over the past eleven years as CEO and two years as president. Mr. Tempany will continue to lead the company as a member of the board, and CEO. Mr. Bradley is an excellent candidate for president based on his expertise in the industry and leadership at FLYHT for the past half-decade.” Source: Doug Marlin, chairman of the FLYHT board, commenting as FLYHT Aerospace Solutions Ltd. promoted Matt Bradley to the position of president effective January 31, 2014. This realignment will allow Bill Tempany, FLYHT’s current chief executive officer and former president, to focus on FLYHT’s public market participation and broader business in

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Heavy-Lift Mission With ABS-2 And Athena-Fidus Is An Arianespace 'On The Numbers' Launch Success

Panamanian Bell 412 Helicopter Down, One Person Fatally Injured

Individuals Will Be Recognized At Leadership Conference, Feb. 19 And 20

Order For Three Next-Generation 737-700s With Purchase Rights For Additional Three Airplanes

Proudly Marking A Decade Of Growing Space Manufacturing Operations In Durham, NC

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Nexcell O-Duct Is New Technology That Will Replace Thrust Reverser 'D' Doors

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R66 To Sport Aspen PFD/MFD

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