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A number of computer media reports are providing details behind the massive Garmin ransomware attack that appears to have started last Thursday and brought many of their aviation services to a standstill. The most recent reports assert that Garmin is being hit up for a $10M Ransom via a ransomware strategy known as 'WastedLocker.' Media publication, 'BleepingComputer' has reported contacts with a Garmin staffer confirming the severity of the attack, the amount of ransom, and providing details that the company has heretofore refused to provide--despite the fact that Garmin's perils also have the potential to put others in harm or at hazard. Daher
Whoever said records are made to be broken must’ve known something about RDD, an experimental aircraft manufacturer from Redmond, Oregon. In March of this year, just before COVID19 quarantines went into place. Sisters, Oregon resident Paul Hodge piloted his LX7 personal aircraft from Redmond, Oregon to Anchorage, in just six hours, a new all-time record for that distance. Hodge was delighted at how the LX7’s average airspeed of almost 269 mph with standard range made it so easy to get there despite less th
Aviation Services, Databases, Affected, Unavailable Due To Ransomware Attack
ANN RealTime Update, 0001ET, 07.27.20: A number of computer media reports are providing details behind the massive Garmin ransomware attack that appears to have started last Thursday and brought many aviation services to a standstill. The most recent reports assert that Garmin is being hit up for a $10M Ransom (or a few bucketloads of G5000s...) via a ransomware strategy known as 'WastedLocker.' Media publication, 'BleepingComputer' has reported contacts with a Garmin staffer confirming the severity of the attack, the amount of ransom, and providing details that the company has heretofore refused to provide--despite the fact that Garmin's perils al
The System Will Be Available For Retrofit On All Earlier Production TBM 940 Aircraft
Daher announced the certification of HomeSafe on its TBM 940, authorizing the availability of this emergency autoland system that would automatically bring the aircraft to a runway touchdown if the pilot becomes incapacitated. HomeSafe received its approval from both EASA and FAA airworthiness authorities. "This is a game-changing step that expands flight safety from pilots to the passengers themselves, and it comes at a time when the value of life is more important than ever," said Nicolas Chabbert, the Senior Vice President of Daher's Aircraft Division.
From 2019: Samson Switchblade Closes In On First Fight
The Samson Switchblade roadable aircraft is closing in on its first flight, according to the company. At AirVenture 2019, Sam Bousfield, CEO and designer for Samson Sky, told Aero-TV that the company has worked with Avilution to develop a new panel for the aircraft. The "Dynamic Dash" is configurable by the pilot/driver, and can provide information about engine systems as well as emergency checklists at a glance. The patent-pending digital dashboard allows user customization of the Eyes Forward Display portion of the dash, which changes from fl
Olzacki Succeeds Connie Bowlin -- Who Served Four Years
Jim “Zack” Olzacki of Punta Gorda, Florida, has been elected as president of EAA Warbirds of America, the special interest community dedicated to the preservation and safe operation of historic military aircraft now owned by civilian individuals and organizations. Olzacki succeeds Connie Bowlin, who served four years as Warbirds of America president.
Witness Described Final Approach As Unstabilized, High, And Fast
On July 8, 2020, at 1554 Pacific daylight time, a Cessna 150H airplane, N22393, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Port Orchard, Washington. The pilot was seriously injured. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 91 personal flight. There were two witnesses to the accident, one near the approach end of the runway and one near the departure end. The airplane approached the airport from the east and entered the left traffic pattern for runway 02. One witness described final approach as unstabilized, high, and fast.
AD 2020-14-08 Prompted By Reports Of Main Landing Gear (Mlg) Torque Link Apex Pin Rupture
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus SAS Model A318 series airplanes, Model A319 series airplanes, Model A320 series airplanes, and Model A321 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports of main landing gear (MLG) torque link apex pin rupture in service. This AD requires replacement of certain MLG torque link apex pins and, for certain other pins, a one-time magnetic particle inspection (MPI) for cracking, and replacement if necessary, as specified in a European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2020-0130, which is incorporated by reference.
AD 2020-15-02 Prompted By A Report Of Inadequate Clearance Between The Fuel Probes And Forward Fuel Tank Structure
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Gulfstream Aerospace LP Model Gulfstream G280 airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report of inadequate clearance between the fuel probes and forward fuel tank structure. This AD requires measuring the clearance between certain fuel probes and the forward fuel tank structure, and reinstalling the probes if necessary, as specified in a Civil Aviation Authority of Israel (CAAI) AD, which is incorporated by reference. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. This AD is effective August 27, 2020.
Aero Linx: The Tennessee Aviation Association (TAA)
The Tennessee Aviation Association (TAA) is an airports advocacy organization representing our statewide system of airports. The mission of TAA is to promote and encourage communications among its members, governmental entities and the general public; and to foster a better understanding of the value of all airports in the State of Tennessee. Celebrating more than 25 years of statewide advocacy, TAA membership includes representatives from airports, local governments, consultants, vendors and other suppliers that serve the aviation industry.
Approach Gate
An imaginary point used within ATC as a basis for vectoring aircraft to the final approach course. The gate will be established along the final approach course 1 mile from the final approach fix on the side away from the airport and will be no closer than 5 miles from the landing threshold.
“We thank Connie for her service to the Warbirds of America as president, as she did a tremendous job to raise the visibility of the warbirds community, as well as leading the enhancements to programming and facilities in the Warbirds area at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. She set a very high standard of achievement for those who follow. We look forward to working with Zack, as his passion for flying as a longtime pilot and EAA member will serve him well. He understands the dedication of those who are committed to ‘Keep ’em Flying’ as part of the Warbirds of America mission.”
Source: Jack J. Pelton, EAA CEO and chairman, commenting on the change in leadership that just took place with the Warbirds of America.
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