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January 29, 2016

Boeing 737 MAX First Flight Underway

Airplane Took Off In The Rain From Renton Field Near Seattle

The first flight of Boeing's long-awaited 737 MAX is underway. The plane took off in the rain shortly before 1300 EST, 1000 PST, from the Boeing factory in Renton, WA.

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Airborne 01.29.16: MVP Aero To Maine, Skydiving Thrives, 10K HR Apache Pilot

Also: Tweaking V-22 Procedures, 'We Were Spacefarers Once...', CAP California, F-35A To UK, Airport Mulls FBO, Banner Drop, UAVs Inspect Gulf

When the MVP Aero multipurpose light sport airplane was introduced in its mockup stage at EAA AirVenture 2014, it was a showstopper. Designed for operation on land, water, and snow, it can also be used as a fishing boat or be converted into a camping tent. The project has been underway for a while and has now developed to the point where MVP Aero has selected a location to build its first prototype. The prototype will be constructed at the former N

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Airborne 01.29.16: MVP Aero To Maine, Skydiving Thrives, 10K HR Apache Pilot

Also: Tweaking V-22 Procedures, 'We Were Spacefarers Once...', CAP California, F-35A To UK, Airport Mulls FBO, Banner Drop, UAVs Inspect Gulf

 

When the MVP Aero multipurpose light sport airplane was introduced in its mockup stage at EAA AirVenture 2014, it was a showstopper. Designed for operation on land, water, and snow, it can also be used as a fishing boat or be converted into a camping tent. The project has been underway for a while and has now developed to the point where MVP Aero has selected a location to build its first prototype. The prototype will be constructed at the former Navy Airbase at Brunswick Landing, Maine. The U.S. Parachute Association says that for the fourth year in a row, more and more people are not only skydiving for the first

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NATS Appoints Lockheed Martin As Systems Integration Partner

Will Support A More Efficient Air Traffic System In Europe

Lockheed Martin has been appointed by NATS to support the UK air traffic management company's technology transformation program over the coming years as their systems integration partner.

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Terror Attacks Hit Flybe, Easyjet Revenues

Airlines Say Bookings Fell Following Attacks In Paris, Egypt

The terrorist attacks last year in Paris and Egypt directly affected passenger bookings on both Flybe and Easyjet, the airlines say.

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Eurofighter, NETMA Adopt European Defence Agency Initiative

Four Nations Sign ‘Mutual Recognition’ Process

Eurofighter and NETMA, the NATO Eurofighter and Tornado Management Agency, have signed an Agreement to streamline the Type and Airworthiness Certification process and reduce the workload on Nations and their Military Aviation Authorities.

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Cool City Avionics Announces Management Changes

Jeffrey Kelly Named Chairman, President, And CEO

Cool City Avionics has announced management changes that reflect the progress being made in the certification of its various SAS and Autopilot systems for the helicopter and fixed-wing markets.

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Boeing-built Intelsat 29e Satellite Begins New Intelsat Constellation

First Of Six Launched By Arianespace Wednesday

The first of six Boeing-built Intelsat Epic NG satellites for Intelsat has launched successfully from French Guiana aboard an Ariane 5 rocket.

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Tempus CEO Receives Harrison Ford Aviation Legacy Award

Scott Terry Recognized For His Work With Global Flight Relief

Tempus Applied Solutions Holdings Inc. is pleased to announce that its CEO, Scott Terry, was awarded the Harrison Ford Aviation Legacy Award at the 13th annual Living Legends of Aviation Awards in Beverly Hills on Friday, January 22. The award's namesake, Harrison Ford, chose Mr. Terry as the recipient and presented him the award. Mr. Terry was recognized for his work with nonprofit organization, Global Flight Relief.

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Pacific Helicopters Takes Delivery Of First Of Three H145s

Rotorcraft To Be Multi-Tasked Across Company’s Operations

Marking a milestone for both Pacific Helicopters and aviation operations in Papua New Guinea, the company has taken delivery of the first of three H145 helicopters from Airbus Helicopters. The first H145, leased from international lessor, Waypoint Leasing, has arrived in the Eastern Highlands Provincial capital of Goroka, following final reassembly at Airbus Group Australia Pacific’s Sydney facility.

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Thales Reality H Simulator Receives Level D Qualification

Set For Opening Of The Helicopter Training Center In Norway

EASA has granted level D qualification for the Thales Reality H Simulator at the Norway Training Center, and at a ceremony held this week at Stavanger in Norway, the company officially opened its Norway Training Center, unveiling the first of several planned helicopter training programs.

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Textron Aviation Launches 1Call

Complete Aircraft Support Team

Textron Aviation has bolstered its customer service offering with the launch of 1Call, which provides a single point of contact for Beechcraft, Citation and Hawker customers during unscheduled maintenance events. Customers can access the dedicated 1Call team by dialing +1-316-517-2090.

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FlightSafety International Promotes Steve Gross

Named Senior Vice President, Commercial

FlightSafety International has promoted Steve Gross to Senior Vice President, Commercial. He is responsible for FlightSafety’s business aviation and regional airline training sales activities worldwide.

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PRODUCT: Certain Airbus Model A319-113, A319-114, A320-211, and A320-212 airplanes.

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PRODUCT: All Boeing Model 777 airplanes.

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Aero-TV: 10 Years And Counting - An NBAA 2015 Embraer Update

Embraer Keeps Grabbing Serious Market Share... Let's Find Out How 

While at NBAA2015, ANN News Editor, Tom Patton, took the opportunity to meet with the President and CEO of Embraer Executive Jets, Marco Tulio Pellegrini. Tom recalled that this is the 10th year anniversary for Embraer Executive Jets, and he asked Pellegrini to reflect on what has taken place over this decade.

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Aero-TV: 10 Years And Counting - An NBAA 2015 Embraer Update

Embraer Keeps Grabbing Serious Market Share... Let's Find Out How 

While at NBAA2015, ANN News Editor, Tom Patton, took the opportunity to meet with the President and CEO of Embraer Executive Jets, Marco Tulio Pellegrini. Tom recalled that this is the 10th year anniversary for Embraer Executive Jets, and he asked Pellegrini to reflect on what has taken place over this decade. Pellegrini starts off by reviewing the startup of this division and the various products that they have produced. As he discusses their progress over the last 10 years, the video provides a look at the aircraft and the faci

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Cessna announces 2016 Top Hawk University Partners

Four Schools To Receive A New Skyhawk In February For Training

Cessna Aircraft Company has announced the partner universities selected for its 2016 Top Hawk program. Kent State University, LeTourneau University, Purdue University and Westminster College will each take delivery of a new, custom branded Cessna Skyhawk 172 aircraft in February to support flight training, recruiting efforts and promotional activities at their respective universities throughout the year.

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Launch Of Ariane 5 Kicks Off Aggressive Schedule For 2016

Marked 70th Consecutive Successful Launch For The Booster

Arianespace kicked off its fast-paced 2016 operational schedule Wednesday night with the 70th consecutive launch success using Ariane 5, which orbited a pioneering new-generation satellite for this workhorse vehicle's leading commercial customer.

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SecAF Testifies On Military Space Launch

Says Congress Should Not Focus On A Single Component (Read Russian Rocket Engine)

Air Force Secretary Deborah Lee James testified before the Senate Armed Services Committee, along with Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics Frank Kendall, on military space launch and the use of Russian-made rocket engines Jan. 27.

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Spaceport America Asks NM Legislature For $2 Million

Hopes Cash-Strapped State Will Cover Projected Delta Between Revenue And Expenses

Spaceport America has gone to the New Mexico legislature seeking a $2 million cash infusion to cover the difference between its revenue and expenses. But the state's lawmakers may not be in a position to grant the request.

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AeroSports Update: The Vectren Dayton Air Show Is Getting Ready

Military Static Aircraft Displays And Flybys Are Back At The Vectren Dayton Air Show

Vectren Dayton Air Show officials have announced that the U.S. Navy has lifted all restrictions on aircraft airshow participation and the U.S. Air Force has doubled their participation levels. This means they will once again be performing flybys. The show is planned for June 18th and 19th at the Dayton International Airport.

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New York City Could Cut Helicopter Tour Flights In Half

Proposal Would Entirely Eliminate Flights On Sundays

The city of New York is nearing an agreement that would cut the city's approximately 58,000 helicopter sightseeing flights in half, and would eliminate all such flights on Sunday, according to sources in the administration of Mayor Bill de Blasio.

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Klyde Morris 01.29.16

Why The Winning Side Of Course, Klyde, No Matter Which Side Wins

FMI: www.klydemorris.com

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Airborne 01.28.16: Textron's 1Call, ATC Privatization, Reno Races 2016

Also: Extending The AIP, AG UAV, United Pilots, Italian Aviation Tax, Honeywell Autopilots, F-35 Fires 1st AIM-9X

Textron Aviation has bolstered its customer service offering with the launch of 1Call, which provides a single point of contact for Beechcraft, Citation and Hawker customers during unscheduled maintenance events. The 1Call service means that aircraft operators now have a single phone number for quick access to Textron Aviation’s customer service team for immediate support. From the initial call to progress reports to after service follow-up, aircraft operators have a si

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Aero-News: Quote Of The Day (01.29.16)

“These universities are renowned for their innovative aviation programs and commitment to general aviation and will be leveraging the world's leading flight trainer, the Cessna Skyhawk, to continue training the next generation of pilots.” Source: Doug May, Textron vice president, Piston Aircraft.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Term (01.29.16): Terminal Area

A general term used to describe airspace in which approach control service or airport traffic control service is provided.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (01.29.16)

The International Human-Powered Vehicle Association

The IHPVA acts as the sanctioning body for new World Records in human powered land, water and air vehicles set under the Rules of the International Human Powered Vehicle Association ("IHPVA"). The IHPVA may also act as a sanctioning body for races and other sporting events and records in non-stored-fuel land, water and air vehicles.

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