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Van’s Aircraft is establishing its own aircraft assembly facility and team at its company headquarters in Aurora, Oregon. Future RV-12iS and RV-12-iST SLSA aircraft models will be assembled and delivered there. Synergy Air has been Van’s assembly partner since the launch of the RV-12 SLSA program and as they continue their expansion into, and emphasis on, the builder-assist arena, the companies will continue to work together. But, Van’s will be producing the RV12iS family of SLSA airplanes at i

Will Play Host To Europe's Largest Event For The Rotorcraft Industry

After three years at London's ExCeL, Helitech International - Europe's largest event for the rotorcraft industry - has announced that the 2019 edition of the show will move to Farnborough International's recently launched permanent structure for exhibitions.

Four Of California's 23 Tankers Have Been Idled

And extended fire season, retirements and other factors have reduced the number of pilots available to fly firefighting tankers in California, forcing Cal Fire to ground four of its 23 tankers.

Award Goes To Gracie Hochstetler Of Hesston College

The Wichita Aero Club has announced that Gracie Hochstetler, a sophomore professional flight major at Hesston College in Hesston, Kansas is the 2018 recipient of its Edward W. Stimpson scholarship. Ms. Hochstetler is the first Hesston College student to receive the $5,000 award, which has been presented to an aspiring aviation professional since 2013. She is the eighth recipient of a scholarship sponsored by the Wichita Aero Club. 

Seawing Automated Kite Can Tow Large Commercial Vessels

Airbus’ slogan, “We make it fly,” has taken an entirely new meaning with the application of its aeronautical expertise for an innovation that could revolutionize the maritime transport industry.

Finalizing Agreement With Boeing On DoD Mentor Protégé Program

Business aviation’s ups and downs can create a bumpy ride, but as King Aerospace Commercial Corporation (KACC) enters its 25th year, the company has never been stronger. That is due, in part, to its growing relationship with Boeing. The Oklahoma-based, AS9110-certified company offers Part 91, 121, 125 and 135 maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) and exterior paint for VIP and VVIP aircraft, specializing in the Boeing Business Jet (BBJ).

Satellite Is Now Operating At High Power

Following the launch of Aeolus on 22 August, this extraordinary satellite’s instrument has been turned on and is now emitting pulses of ultraviolet light from its laser, which is fundamental to measuring Earth’s wind. And, this remarkable mission has also already returned a tantalising glimpse of the data it will provide.

Air Cavalry Soldiers Using Unmanned Aircraft For Target Spotting

The U.S. Army 4th Combat Aviation Brigade currently conducting exercises in Europe is pairing their AH-64D Apache helicopters with RQ-7 Shadow drones for target spotting.

Ordinance Passed Last Year May Step On Federal Toes

The Nags Head, NC Board of Commissioners is revisiting the drone ordinance it passed in March of last year because it may have reached into territory reserved by the federal government.

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Class B Airspace Generally, that airspace from the surface to 10,000 feet MSL surrounding the nation’s busiest airports in terms of airport operations or passenger enplanements. The configuration of each Class B airspace area is individually tailored and consists of a surface area and two or more layers (some Class B airspaces areas resemble upside-down wedding cakes), and is designed to contain all published instrument procedures once an aircraft enters the airspace. An ATC clearance is required for all aircraft to operate in the area, and all aircraft that are so cleared receive separation services within the airspace. The cloud clearance requirement for VFR operations is “clear of clou

“Please understand that there hasn’t been an impact to our aerial operation. The aircraft regardless if it`s helicopter or fixed wing, we'll be over that fire when you call 911 just like it was before.” Source: Cal Fire Deputy Director Mike Mohler commenting on the extended fire season, retirements and other factors have reduced the number of pilots available to fly firefighting tankers in California, forcing Cal Fire to ground four of its 23 tankers.