Wed, Oct 18, 2017
Avidyne Hints At New Roles For Existing Products…
Avidyne has always been known for higher-end avionics for higher-performance airplanes ... a niche that has been very successful for them. But speaking with Aero-News CEO and Editor in Chief Jim Campbell at AirVenture in July, Avidyne CEO Dan Schwinn said that recent developments with a "relieve certification" may open up new markets for the company.
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Wed, Oct 18, 2017
Altavian Nova UAS Employed To Assist Clients In Mapping Roadways Impacted By Flooding
Michael Baker International has expanded its inspection services with the purchase of an Altavian Nova unmanned aircraft system (UAS). The new fixed-wing Altavian Nova joins the company's expanding UAS fleet, and offers a new tool for Michael Baker pilots to utilize when conducting aerial inspections and mapping of large sites or during inclement weather conditions.
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Wed, Oct 18, 2017
Also: Glasair 2 And 3 Sold, Send Solutions, Blue Angels, SSBJ, D8 Airliner, Stage 5 Aircraft, Global Supertanker
Airbus SE and Bombardier are to become partners on the C Series aircraft program according to an agreement signed Monday. The agreement brings the power of the Airbus' ‘machine’ into Bombardier's upstart airliner family -- and probably causes serious heartburn at Boeing. Under the agreement, Airbus will provide procurement, sales and marketing, and customer support expertise to the C Series Aircraft Limited Partnership (CSALP). Upon completion, Airbus will acquire a 50.01% interest in CSALP. Bombardier and Investissement Québec (IQ) will own approximately 31% and 19% respectively. In one of the most heart-stopping Final 4s in the Red Bull Air Race history, Yoshihide Muroya won the final stop on the Red Bull Air Race circuit, and with the win in Indianapolis this weekend overcame a four-point lead held by Martin Sonka to claim the 2017 World Cham
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Wed, Oct 18, 2017
Also: Embraer, Aero-Calendar, AeroVironment, Sikorsky Heli's, EASA Singapore, FireFighting UAV, WestJet
The amazing craftsman of the Waco Classic Aircraft operation in Michigan have just started test flying their new YMF-5F -- the amphibious float equipped version of the rugged classic Waco YMF-5 biplane series. Most important; this bird looks even better than we expected. This is the first amphib Waco built... though a straight float version flew long ago -- with a few performance limitations. Now with the trifecta of 300 HP engines, the new MT composite propeller and Aerocet 3400 Amphibious floats, WACO says it has "the perfect combination to make a great WACO on Floats. The YMF-5F." SpaceX just had a GREAT week... with two launches and first stage recoveries in as many days... including the recovery of their third re-used first stage booster. And they’re doing something even more ama
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Wed, Oct 18, 2017
Says The Company's Value Could Grow To $50 Billion
SpaceX could grow into a $50 billion company on the back of its satellite broadband network, according to a team of analysts from Morgan Stanley.
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Wed, Oct 18, 2017
Bomber Credited With Turning The Tide At The Battle Of Midway
The National Museum of WWII Aviation in Colorado Springs has acquired a Douglas Dauntless bomber to add to its collection, and it is expected to be on display soon.
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Wed, Oct 18, 2017
First Prototype Equipped With A Cabin Interior And With A Configuration Closer To The Serial Definition
The third Airbus H160 prototype (PT3) performed its maiden flight at the company’s headquarters this afternoon. PT3, with its cabin interior configuration similar to that of a serial aircraft, will contribute to certification activities and flight testing to ensure the aircraft’s level of maturity ahead of entry into service in 2019.
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Wed, Oct 18, 2017
National Carrier Takes Delivery Of 27th 787 Dreamliner
Boeing and Air India recently celebrated the delivery of the airline's 125th airplane from Boeing. The airplane is the 27th 787-8 Dreamliner for the national carrier.
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Wed, Oct 18, 2017
Employing A Broad Range Of Partners, Technologies
Following initial support efforts in the aftermath of Mexico’s three devastating earthquakes in September, the Airbus Foundation continues its collaboration with customers, industry partners and relief agencies to send additional humanitarian aid to the victims affected. In the last two weeks, the Foundation has provided satellite images and transported much-needed supplies using delivery flights and Airbus helicopters.
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Wed, Oct 18, 2017
Digital Charts And Navigation Data For iOS-Based EFB
Boeing through its subsidiary Jeppesen, has announced its digital aeronautical charts and navigation data will be included with the iOS-based Honeywell GoDirect Flight Bag Pro electronic flight bag (EFB) application for business aviation operators.
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