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April 24, 2018

The Dirtiest of Washington Politics? -- ATC Privatization By Deception?

Stunning, Deceptive, Dirty Politics... Shuster Is At It Again, But This Time We Need To React FAST!

Over the last few hours, we've been reading through and studying the myriad of details and additions that are being crammed, at the VERY last mnute, into the upcoming FAA Reauthorization Bill. Unfortunately; the ever-deceptive Rep. Shuster is using the chaos of these last minute changes and inclusions to screw GA... and the rest of aviation... in one of the most unAmerican stunts we've seen a politician pull in many years... and that's saying something! Our contacts at ICAS and EAA have already done a pretty thorough 'deep dive' on the effort, by Shuster, to dump a pseudo-ATC Privitization scam on the aviation world at the last minute -- a

Also: Osage Nations Repurposes Airpark, UAV/Drone Certification, Leonardo's M-40 Target Drone, GA-ASI Flight Deck Taxi

Only a few more days to go... THE major unmanned exposition of the year -- AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2018 starts Monday, April 30, 2018 and runs through Thursday, May 3, 2018 at the Colorado Convention Center, in Denver. This premier event unites the largest global community of drone, intelligent robotics and unmanned systems leaders to shape the future of the industry. Featuring the largest and most comprehensive trade show, this event is the spot to learn from daily keynotes with tech vi

Also: Osage Nations Repurposes Airpark, UAV/Drone Certification, Leonardo's M-40 Target Drone, GA-ASI Flight Deck Taxi

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AHS Rebrands As The Vertical Flight Society

Change Approved By The Board March 6

AHS International has rebranded the Society to be a more accurate reflection of its membership and role in the world. After years of discussion and months of debate, the Board of Directors of AHS International voted to change the identity of AHS to the “Vertical Flight Society,” the moniker that the Society had been using in various forms for at least a half century. While not a legal name change, the “Vertical Flight Society” will become the “trade name” for AHS.

Cites Safety Concerns With Bolts That Secure The Main Rotor Blades

The U.S. Army has suspended acceptance of AH-64E Apache attack helicopters from Boeing, citing what the service says is a "serious safety concern" with the aircraft.

Adds CO Gov. Hickenlooper, U.S. Transportation General Counsel Bradbury, GSA Acquisition Innovation Advocate Hamm To The Roster

Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper, U.S. Department of Transportation General Counsel Steven Bradbury and GSA Federal Systems Integration and Management Center Director Chris Hamm will deliver keynote addresses at AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2018 at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver on April 30 to May 3. Newly added show features will also highlight trends and experts in the unmanned systems and robotics industry.

ALPA Ramps Up Opposition To H.R. 4 Section 744

Urges Members To Contact Sponsor Of An Amendment That Would Remove The Language From The Bill

ALPA is ramping up its opposition to language included in the most recent FAA reauthorization bill that would change the requirements for pilots aboard cargo aircraft.

Jointly Developed By Safran Engines And China Aero Engine Consortium

EASA has certified the new Safran Helicopter Engines Ardiden 3C. Powering the Avicopter AC352, the engine has been jointly developed and built by Safran Helicopter Engines, Dongan and HAPRI, parts of the Aero Engine Corporation of China (AECC) consortium.

UN International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Develops The System

The UN International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), in partnership with the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the non-profit group WeRobotics, have developed a drone-based mechanism overcomes a critical bottleneck in the application of Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) to control insect pest.

Program Calls For Production Of Up To 22 New Satellites

Lockheed Martin has submitted a competitive and fully compliant proposal for the U.S. Air Force's GPS III Follow On (GPS IIIF) program, which will add enhanced capabilities to the most advanced GPS satellites ever designed. The GPS IIIF program intends to produce up to 22 next-generation satellites.

First Stealth Aircraft Retired From Active Service A Decade Ago

It’s been 10 years since the F-117 Nighthawk retired, an aircraft so secret Nevada folklore labeled it a UFO. The Nighthawk pilots were known by the call sign “Bandit,” each earning their number with their first solo flight. Some of the maintainers were also given a call sign, said Wayne Paddock, a former F-117 maintainer currently stationed at Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico.

Appoints New CEO And Expands Fire Boss Fleet

With a commitment to accelerate the industry’s transformation to a modernized approach to aerial firefighting, Aero Spray Inc., a U.S. operator of AT-802F Fire Boss aircraft, has rebranded as Dauntless Air. The company also today announced the expansion of its fleet and the recent naming of a new CEO, Brett L’Esperance. Dauntless Air now owns and operates 11 Fire Boss and one wheeled AT-802F aircraft, which feature the latest in firefighting technology, including onboard thermal imaging units and gel blending systems, and serve as early strike tools for containing wildfires.

FlightSafety Updates The Flight Deck Of Its Dash 8 300 Sim

Simulator Used For Bombardier Aircraft Training

FlightSafety International has made a significant upgrade to the flight deck of its simulator used for Bombardier Dash 8 300 aircraft training. The simulator is located at the FlightSafety Learning Center in Toronto, Canada.

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Follows Uncontained Engine Failure On SWA 1380

As expected, the FAA has released an emergency AD 2018-09-51 for CFM International S.A. (CFM) Model CFM56-7B engines. The emergency AD was prompted by a recent event in which a Boeing Model 737-700 airplane powered by CFM56-7B model engines experienced an engine failure due to a fractured fan blade, resulting in the engine inlet cowl disintegrating.

Adds $1,000 Travel Voucher As Apology For The Flight

Southwest has compensated every passenger aboard Flight 1380, which suffered an uncontained engine failure last week, a check for $5,000 and a $1,000 travel voucher in an effort to retain their business.

Plane Made An Early Landing During Vero Beach Air Show In Florida

Blue Angels #5 suffered about $1 million in damage when it ingested a bird into its engine during a performance Saturday at the Vero Beach Air Show in Florida.

NTSB Finds Pilot In 2016 Ohio Accident Was Impaired Found Alcohol And Marijuana

Found Alcohol And Marijuana In His System When Accident Occurred

The NTSB has released its probable cause report from an accident in which the pilot of a Van's RV-4 struck a zipline cable in Oregonia, OH on October 16, 2016.

Hall Crowned Champion Of Cannes At Historic French Premiere

The premiere of the Red Bull Air Race in France sparked high drama over the Riviera this past weekend. Looking for a return to the form that has twice made him runner-up in the World Championship, Hall flew first in the Final 4, clocking 57.692.

Also: NZ AFB Drone Incident, Police UAVs, Inaugural Drone Boot Camp, Predator 5M Flight Hours

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Five-Time French Aerobatics Champion Sponsored By Michelin For The Series

Five-time French aerobatics champion Melanie Astles will be competing in this year's Red Bull Air Race Championship Series thanks to a sponsorship from Michelin.

Aircraft Features Special Livery Previously Reserved For Airline's Dreamliner Fleet

United Airlines has taken delivery of its first 737 MAX 9 aircraft from the Boeing Delivery Center in Seattle, WA. The new aircraft, which arrived right after Earth Day, reduces fuel use and CO2 emissions significantly compared with older generation aircraft.

"We value you as our customer and hope you will allow us another opportunity to restore your confidence in Southwest. In this spirit, we are sending you a check in the amount of $5,000 to cover any of your immediate financial needs.” Source: Southwest Airlines CEO Kelly.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (04.24.18): Foreign Object Damage (FOD)

Damage to a gas turbine engine caused by some object being sucked into the engine while it is running.

Protect Section 336 of the FAA Act – Model Aircraft is the “Feeder School” of STEM and Aviation

Google is lobbying Congress for an airspace “land rush” premised on kicking out the natives – by over-regulating model aircraft.

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April 24, 2018

Stunning, Deceptive, Dirty Politics... Shuster Is At It Again, But This Time We Need To React FAST!

Also: Osage Nations Repurposes Airpark, UAV/Drone Certification, Leonardo's M-40 Target Drone, GA-ASI Flight Deck Taxi

Change Approved By The Board March 6

Cites Safety Concerns With Bolts That Secure The Main Rotor Blades

Adds CO Gov. Hickenlooper, U.S. Transportation General Counsel Bradbury, GSA Acquisition Innovation Advocate Hamm To The Roster

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Urges Members To Contact Sponsor Of An Amendment That Would Remove The Language From The Bill

Jointly Developed By Safran Engines And China Aero Engine Consortium

UN International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Develops The System

Program Calls For Production Of Up To 22 New Satellites

First Stealth Aircraft Retired From Active Service A Decade Ago

Appoints New CEO And Expands Fire Boss Fleet

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Follows Uncontained Engine Failure On SWA 1380

Adds $1,000 Travel Voucher As Apology For The Flight

Plane Made An Early Landing During Vero Beach Air Show In Florida

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Found Alcohol And Marijuana In His System When Accident Occurred

Hall Crowned Champion Of Cannes At Historic French Premiere

Also: NZ AFB Drone Incident, Police UAVs, Inaugural Drone Boot Camp, Predator 5M Flight Hours

Five-Time French Aerobatics Champion Sponsored By Michelin For The Series

Aircraft Features Special Livery Previously Reserved For Airline's Dreamliner Fleet

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Protect Section 336 of the FAA Act – Model Aircraft is the “Feeder School” of STEM and Aviation

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