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January 25, 2018

AMA Drone Report 01.25.18: DJI Mavic Air, MultiGP Regionals, Drone Chutes!

Also: 'Little Ripper' Rescue!, Thai Drone Registration, NM Drone Ban, GoPro Class Action, Fat Shark 101

DJI has introduced the Mavic Air, inheriting the best features of DJI’s Mavic with a 4K camera, new QuickShot modes, SmartCapture, and FlightAutonomy 2.0 with Advanced Pilot Assistance Systems. Just 430 grams, the Mavic Air’s folding arms and propellers sit flush against its frame, so that its footprint is nearly the size of a modern smartphone when folded. A recessed three-axis mechanical gimbal is suspended from dampeners to further reduce vibration. The camera houses a 1/2.3” CMOS sensor and the equivalent of a 24mm F2.8 lens (on a 35mm full frame sensor). MultiGP has announced the 2018 Regional Series for the U.S., and there have been some major cha

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DARPA Selects Orbital ATK for Hypersonic Engine Research Project

Also Developing Rocket Pulse Motors For Defense Applications

Orbital ATK has entered into a contract with the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to study potential integration of turbine and hypersonic engine technologies into a new aircraft propulsion system under DARPA’s Advanced Full Range Engine (AFRE) program.

Researchers At The University Of Bologna To Develop A New Mountain Rescue Drone

New European Program Builds on The Sherpa Project For Autonomous Aircraft

AirBorne is a new European program, building on the earlier Sherpa project, that will develop a heterogeneous system of autonomous robots capable of assisting and enhancing rescue operations in mountain environments.

Schiebel's Camcopter S-100 UAS Helps In Search For Fugitive In Australia

Operation Was First Of Its Kind, Company Says

Schiebel has announced that as part of an ongoing homicide investigation in Stiwoll, Austria late last year, its Camcopter S-100 UAS demonstrated its suitability for search and rescue missions, during a first of its kind operation.

Exos Completes Integrated Tie Down Hot Fire Test

Receives FAA/AST Launch License Determination Date In Preparation For Launch At Spaceport America

Spaceport America and Exos Aerospace Systems & Technologies have announce significant progress towards launch of their newest vehicle, the Suborbital Active Rocket with GuidancE, or SARGE.

Leonardo Wins Italian National Award For Innovation

Developed A Helicopter Electric Tail Rotor To Reduce Environmental Impact

Italy's The National Award for Innovation was awarded to Leonardo during a ceremony held recently in the Chamber of Deputies, in the presence of the President of the Chamber, Laura Boldrini.

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Gulfstream G500 Embarks On World Tour

Opportunities Abound For Customers To Explore Stylish, Flexible, High-Tech Business Jet

The new Gulfstream G500 business jet has begun a world tour to give current and potential customers an opportunity to experience firsthand the aircraft's cutting-edge technology, unparalleled comfort and superior craftsmanship.

GA-ASI Demonstrates SATCOM Launch And Recovery Capability For MQ-9B

Automated Takeoff And Landing Guided By Satellite Link

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) successfully demonstrated its latest Automatic Takeoff and Landing Capability (ATLC) using a Satellite Communications (SATCOM) data link for its MQ-9B SkyGuardian/SeaGuardian Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA). The demonstration also included the first SATCOM taxi of the MQ-9B. This capability will eliminate the need for a ground control station and pilot/flight crew to be located at the aircraft’s base which will drastically reduce airlift requirements when the RPA is “forward deployed.”

Fleet Readiness Center Southeast Now Primary Source For Navy T-6 Repair

Every Navy Pilot Begins Training In The T-6

In a few years, every Navy and Marine Corps pilot to earn their wings will have flown an aircraft touched by the capable hands of Fleet Readiness Center Southeast artisans.

Gone West: Naomi Parker Fraley

Was The Inspiration For 'Rosie The Riveter' In WWII

The woman who was the inspiration for Rosie the Riveter has Gone West at the age of 96. Naomi Parker Fraley passed away Saturday in Longview, Washington.

Airline Employees Charged In Computer Thefts

Allegedly Stole 343 Computers Sent To Alaska Schools

Six Ravn Air ramp agents have been charged with the theft of 343 computers that were being mailed to schools in rural villages in Alaska, along with cell phones, chewing tobacco and cigarettes. The value of the stolen items was placed at $489,000.

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AD: Pratt & Whitney Division Turbofan Engines

AD NUMBER: 2018-02-10

PRODUCT: All Pratt & Whitney Division (PW) PW4074, PW4074D, PW4077, PW4077D, PW4084D, PW4090, and PW4090-3 turbofan engines.

AMA Drone Report 01.25.18: DJI Mavic Air, MultiGP Regionals, Drone Chutes!

Also: 'Little Ripper' Rescue!, Thai Drone Registration, NM Drone Ban, GoPro Class Action, Fat Shark 101

DJI has introduced the Mavic Air, inheriting the best features of DJI’s Mavic with a 4K camera, new QuickShot modes, SmartCapture, and FlightAutonomy 2.0 with Advanced Pilot Assistance Systems. Just 430 grams, the Mavic Air’s folding arms and propellers sit flush against its frame, so that its footprint is nearly the size of a modern smartphone when folded. A recessed three-axis mechanical gimbal is suspended from dampeners to

Airline Lobbying Sees Major Surge

Passenger Rights, ATC Privatization Spurred The Increase

Airlines for America lobbying surged more than 30 percent in 2017 compared to 2016, according to a recently filed disclosure form.

Space Exploration Participation Community Has Lift Off

Innovative Way To Fund Space Projects Introduced At World Economic Forum In Davos, Switzerland

A ground-breaking way to fund international space projects, which makes space exploration available to the public, has been introduced during the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.

FAA Qualifies First FlightSafety G500 FFS

Approved For Level C Operations

The FAA has granted interim Level C qualification for the first FlightSafety Gulfstream G500 FFS.

Squadron Of Legendary Warbirds On Historic Road Trip

OV-10 Broncos Being Shipped To California For A Major Restoration Effort

The MANGIC Foundation has purchased an entire squadron of historic OV-10 Broncos from the National Vietnam War Museum and are shipping them to LA for a massive restoration effort. Mike Manclark, an aviation entrepreneur, and a pilot himself will spearhead the efforts alongside a team of other aviation enthusiasts so these classics can be enjoyed for generations to come at Air Shows, celebrations and other special events.

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Radiant Technology Releases New iOS App

Precision Altimeter Provides Backup Instruments For Any Pilot

Radiant Technology LLC, a Belite Company, has developed and released its first IOS App. Named "Precision Altimeter," it provides a comprehensive set of pressure based backup instruments for any pilot, including Altimeter and Vertical Speed (VSI).

SpaceX Still Certified For USAF Launches

Air Force Still Has Confidence In The Company Despite Loss Of Zuma Spacecraft

The U.S. Air Force has no reason to change its certification of SpaceX to conduct launch operations for the military, despite the loss of the Zuma spacecraft earlier this month.

FreeFlight Systems Continues To Expand ADS-B Installation Capabilities

Now Available For Pairing With L3’s NXT Transponder Series

NextGen avionics leader FreeFlight Systems announced today that the Company’s 1203C SBAS/GNSS sensor is approved for installation with L3’s NXT Mode S transponder series. Stevens Aviation recently announced an Approved Model List (AML) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for ADS-B Out installations across a wide range of Part 25 aircraft after the Company’s first successful install in a Citation 650. This product pairing provides legacy aircraft a complete and cost-effective way to equip with ADS-B for the upcoming mandate.

AMA Drone Report 01.18.18: 1 Million Drone Reg's, Autel EVO, FAA Sued Again

Also: New DJI Mavic?, SureFly Not Yet, Drones Tracking Illegal Dumping, 'Illicit' Drone Video

The FAA has registered a million drones, the DOT announced last week at CES in Las Vegas, with the vast majority of them being used for recreational purposes. Speaking at CES 2018, SecTrans Elaine Chao said the 1,000,000 total registration figure includes 878,000 hobbyists, who receive one identification number for all the drones they own, and 122,000 commercial, public and other drones, which are individually registered. In addition to being required by law, the registration process helps educate drone operato

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (01.25.18)

"The future of space exploration is currently reliant on Governments and commercial investors. We believe that technologies like blockchain and a new kind of crowdfunding, using cryptocurrency, is the future of space exploration.” Source: Pavlo Tanasyuk, founder of Spacebit.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (01.25.18): Flight Management System (FMS)

Provides pilot and crew with highly accurate and automatic long-range navigation capability, blending available inputs from long- and shortrange sensors.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (01.25.18)

The Westchester Aviation Association (WAA)

The Westchester Aviation Association (WAA) is the voice of general aviation at Westchester County Airport (HPN). WAA represents a growing number of individuals, businesses, and corporations from all over the United States but primarily from the Northeast.

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