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February 03, 2017

Airborne 02.03.17: JetSuiteX Bugs Out, Bell Relentless, Young Eagles' 25th

Also: F-35 Pricing, FAA's Betrayal, Trig Avionics, Van Horn, Airbus Engineering, Trans States Pilots, Civil Air Patrol

ell... we knew this was likely... JetSuiteX has announced that they’ve entered into a ‘Standstill Agreement’ with the city of Santa Monica concerning their upcoming planned operations at KSMO. The agreement is designed to give the parties time to come to some kind of a final agreement. Originally; flights to Santa Monica Airport were supposed to launch on February 6th, with destinations like Carlsbad, San Jose and Las Vegas. Due to recent FAA betrayals, however, JetSui

Airborne 02.03.17: JetSuiteX Bugs Out, Bell Relentless, Young Eagles' 25th

Also: F-35 Pricing, FAA's Betrayal, Trig Avionics, Van Horn, Airbus Engineering, Trans States Pilots, Civil Air Patrol

Well... we knew this was likely... JetSuiteX has announced that they’ve entered into a ‘Standstill Agreement’ with the city of Santa Monica concerning their upcoming planned operations at KSMO. The agreement is designed to give the parties time to come to some kind of a final agreement. Originally; flights to Santa Monica Airport were supposed to launch on February 6th, with destinations like Carlsbad, San Jose and Las Vegas. Due to recent FAA betrayals, however, JetSuiteX has agreed to hold off until February 15th, 2017. JetSuiteX has cancelled all flights to/from or connecting through Santa Monica from February 6th through February 24th

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Four Finalists Named For The 2016 Robert J. Collier Trophy

Marks 105 Years Of Recognition For Aerospace Achievement

The National Aeronautic Association announced today that four aerospace projects and accomplishments will compete for the 2016 Robert J. Collier Trophy.

Yuneec International Expands Commercial UAV Offerings With All-New H520

New Drone Builds Upon Yuneec’s Proven Six-Rotor Platform

Yuneec International has announced the expansion of its commercial UAV offerings with the unveiling of the H520, an advanced six-rotor drone for commercial applications. The H520 builds off Yuneec’s proven six-rotor platform and incorporates industry-first commercial-grade cameras and applications for high-end commercial use.

NATA Hosts Southeast Regional Air Charter Operator Town Hall

Sixteen Companies Gathered To Discuss Issues

The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) held the second in its series of Air Charter Operator Town Hall meetings Tuesday with sixteen companies from across the southeastern region, gathering at SAI Flight Services at Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport.

Avion Unmanned Launches Online UAS Training Portal

Self-Paced Remote Training Encompasses On New FAA UAS Regulations

The Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Training Team at Avion Unmanned in Huntsville, AL announces the launch of their Online UAS Training Portal. Designed and developed to prepare groups and individuals in law enforcement and the commercial sector for the challenges they face in the operation of UAS (drones) in the National Airspace System (NAS), the UAS training portal offers self-paced remote training that encompasses recently released FAA UAS regulations.

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Boeing Cranks Up Campaign Against Machinists Union In SC

Releases Series Of Videos Urging Rejection Of The Union

Boeing management is fighting hard to keep its workers in South Carolina from voting to join the International Association of Machinists.

Picket Lines Poised To Go Up At DHL's Airport Locations In Canada

Union Says It Is 'Left With No Other Choice'

One of Canada's largest international parcel shipping companies has received 72-hour strike notice after bargaining between DHL and Unifor has stalled.

Fully Integrated EFIS/HeliSAS Demonstrator To Be Debuted At Heli-EXPO 2017

Genesys Aerosystems System Features An All-Digital HeliSAS With Two-Axis Autopilot Integrated To A Four-Display EFIS/EICAS

Representatives of Genesys Aerosystems announced today that the company will unveil its new state-of-the-art helicopter cockpit demonstrator at their booth during the upcoming HAI Heli-EXPO convention in Dallas.

MoonWatcher Will Launch On Virgin Galactic's LauncherOne

Private Satellite Will Live Stream Images Of The Moon

Imagine seeing the Moon as only astronauts have seen it before. Now with MoonWatcher, the first private satellite mounted with a state of the art camera, you might have this amazing opportunity.

Florida Air Race Plans Remain On The Ground As Legal Battles Rage

Airplane Builder Christopher 'Doc' Bailey Faces Multiple Lawsuits

It began with a concept hatched by Renegade Light Sport Aircraft owner Christopher "Doc" Bailey to have LSA airplane races in Volusia County, Florida. But two years after the idea was initially pitched to the DeLand Area Chamber of Commerce, it remains just a concept.

Canadian Airports Partnership Launches Website

Goal Is To Educate Citizens About The Risks Of Selling Canada's Airports

Calgary, Ottawa and Vancouver international airports have unveiled a new website that highlights the risks of selling Canadian airports to private investors.

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TNA Unveils 2017 Product Line To Be Assembled In The United States

TowFLEXX Features Unique Aircraft Nose Gear Soft Coupling

TNA Aviation Technologies has announced it will assemble its line of advanced semi-robotic aircraft tugs and ground support equipment in the USA. The company, which prides itself on supplying unique state-of-the-art ROTV’s (Remote Operated Tug Vehicle’s) and a wide range of German designed and innovative towbarless airplane re-positioning systems for the aviation industry, is now assembling its products in the U.S.

Utah Drone Legislation Grounded In Senate Committee

Critics Say Law As Written Was Overkill

A bill that would have expanded the regulation of drones in the state of Utah has been grounded by the State Senate Senate Transportation, Public Utilities, Energy and Technology Committee.

Airobotics Expands Australian Presence

Appoints Joe Urli As Director Of Flight Operations

Airobotics continues to grow its presence in the Australian market with the appointment of Joe Urli as Director of Flight Operations, based in Brisbane.

Aero-TV: Overgrown Drone? - An Ehang 184 Project Update

A Drone on Steroids Leads the Way to Autonomous Human-Carrying Aerial Transportation…

While at the Consumer Electronics Show held in Las Vegas in January 2017, ANN CEO and Editor-In-Chief, Jim Campbell, had an opportunity to check up on what could best be called a drone on steroids, known as the EHang 184. This is the multirotor drone that is designed to carry an individual from one destination to another under complete autonomous control.

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Aero-TV: Overgrown Drone? - An eHang 184 Project Update

A Drone on Steroids Leads the Way to Autonomous Human-Carrying Aerial Transportation…

While at the Consumer Electronics Show held in Las Vegas in January 2017, ANN CEO and Editor-In-Chief, Jim Campbell, had an opportunity to check up on what could best be called a drone on steroids, known as the EHang 184. This is the multirotor drone that is designed to carry an individual from one destination to another under complete autonomous control.

U.S. Congressman Warns National Aviation Hall Of Fame Against Selling Artifacts

Investigation Shows NAHF Has Considered Such Sales To Raise Money

An investigation conducted by Congressman Mike Turner (R-OH) has found that the National Aviation Hall of Fame has looked at the possibility of selling artifacts to raise money for the organization, and he wants it to stop.

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First Drone Flights At An Airport Conducted In Atlanta

FAA Granted Authorization 3D Robotics For Parking Garage Inspection

For the first time, the FAA has granted permission for a drone to be flown on an airport in the United States ... and it wasn't just any airport.

Congratulations Continue To Roll In For Elaine Chao

Was Confirmed Tuesday As Secretary Of Transportation

The aviation industry is continuing to send congratulatory messages to Elaine Chao, who was confirmed Tuesday by the U.S. Senate as Secretary of Transportation for the Trump administration.

Proposed Florida Budget Could Mean A Boost For Bezos

Includes $34 Million For Launch Complex Improvements

The $83.5 billion budget proposed this week by Florida Governor Rick Scott (R) could mean a boost for Jeff Bezos and Blue Origin.

EAA, Seaplane Pilots Association Announce Joint Effort

Agreement Updates Collaborative Program To Introduce And Support Flying On All Levels

The EAA and Seaplane Pilots Association (SPA) have announced a memorandum of understanding that expands the organizations’ joint efforts to bring the possibilities of flight to more people.

Attention Drone Operators: TFR Violations Carry Hefty Penalties

Area Around NRG Stadium Is A No Drone Zone For The Super Bowl

One of the things new drone operators have to learn about very quickly is the concept of a Temporary Flight Restriction, which we have known for years as a TFR. They can come and go quickly, and violating a TFR can carry serious consequences, even if you stray into one unintentionally.

Klyde Morris 02.03.17

In Some Circles, It's Called A Poke In The Eye With A Sharp Stick ...

FMI: www.klydemorris.com

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Airborne 02.02.17: KSMO Pilots Vow Fight, Sebring Expo, GoPro Karma Returns

Also: B-17 New Home, AEA/NPI 2017, Citation Pilots, Newest Predator, NASAO Selects Shea, Hartzell Props, SpaceX Sat

The Santa Monica controversy shows no signs of abating... especially among Santa Monica Pilots! The Santa Monica Airport Association is not going to just roll over and allow the FAA and the city to close the airport in 2028. Writing on their blog, SMAA’s Bill Worden says that the group plans to do everything in its power to prevent the airport from being closed, and the city taking over FBO operations at the facility. "Although we have not yet seen the shameful document yet, the pres

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (02.03.17)

“Throughout my ongoing investigation, I have found that due to NAHF’s troubling financial situation the NAHF has considered disposing of or selling NAHF artifacts." Source: Congressman Mike Turner (R-OH).

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (02.03.17): Visual Holding

The holding of aircraft at selected, prominent geographical fixes which can be easily recognized from the air.

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (02.03.17)

The Alaska Air Carriers Association

This organization was founded in 1966 to promote the interests of Alaska's commercial aviation businesses.

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