Aero-News Network: The aviation and aerospace world's daily/real-time news and information service

Hide/Show Archive Navigation.

All News

July 03, 2020

Airborne 07.03.20: Icon Sued, NBAA-BACE Cancelled, 'Road To Recovery' Webinar

Also: Kodiak Care, 200th Gulfstream G280, King Air 350 Upgrade, Airbus To Fire A Lot Of People

Details are still being carefully researched but ANN has confirmed that former Icon Aircraft CEO and self-described industry visionary, Kirk Hawkins, has sued the company... while the (now) former President/COO Thomas Wieners has departed the scene with practically zero acknowledgement from the company (who have failed to return calls). A June 26th lawsuit filed by Hawkins names ICON AIRCRAFT, and a number of foriegn companies as well as some unnamed parties as the defendants in a complaint alleging: (1) Breach of Contract; (2) Breach of the Covenant of Good Faith and Fair Dealing; (3) Intentional Misrepresentation; (4) Retaliation; (5) Tortious Interference with Prospective Economic A

More Videos

Hawkins v Icon, Part 2: Kirk Expected To Be Reinstated As CEO

Was, Also, Apparently Working on An Autonymous Aircraft

Yesterday's big reveal about the recently filed lawsuit whereby Former CEO Kirk Hawkins was suing anybody and everybody associated with Icon Aircraft is producing some interesting surprises. From the nearly two dozen pages in the initial filing, we have gleaned some interesting tidbits... including the 'reason' that Hawkins stepped down, some of his compensation demands, the fact that he appears to be working on an autonomous vehicle program, and the assertion that he claims to have been promised reinstatement as CEO after a year's 'sabbatical.'

Airborne 06.29.20: Reno Races Cancel, ZeroAvia eFlight, B737 MAX Testing

Also: SpaceShipTwo Flies Again, D-Day Squadron, NORAD Intercepts, ISS Spacewalk

The Reno Air Racing Association has announced the cancellation of the 2020 STIHL National Championship Air Races originally scheduled for Sept. 16–20. The Reno Air Racing Association Board of Directors reiterated their principal concern for the safety and health of all involved and in light of continuing uncertainty surrounding the coronavirus and government-imposed restrictions for large scale events has decided to turn all efforts to 2021. ZeroAvia reportedly conducted the first ever electric-powered flight this week

Airborne 06.29.20: Reno Races Cancel, ZeroAvia eFlight, B737 MAX Testing

Also: SpaceShipTwo Flies Again, D-Day Squadron, NORAD Intercepts, ISS Spacewalk

The Reno Air Racing Association has announced the cancellation of the 2020 STIHL National Championship Air Races originally scheduled for Sept. 16–20. The Reno Air Racing Association Board of Directors reiterated their principal concern for the safety and health of all involved and in light of continuing uncertainty surrounding the coronavirus and government-imposed restrictions for large scale events has decided to turn all efforts to 2021. ZeroAvia reportedly conducted the first ever electric-powered flight this week

Cancel Culture Strikes Boeing Communications Leadership

33 Year Old Article Downs Senior VP of Communications

Everything you say, do and think can be held against you, even if was the better part of a lifetime ago. Boeing has confirmed that Niel Golightly resigned today as Senior Vice President of Communications at the Boeing Company. Boeing has initiated a search for his successor. In the interim, the communications function will report to Greg Smith, Executive Vice President of enterprise operations and chief financial officer until a permanent successor is named. Niel’s 'decision to resign' stems from an employee complaint that brought to the Company's attention an article he wrote in 1987 while serving in the military, about whether women should serve in combat.

ABQ Balloon Fiesta Postponed to 2021

One Of ANN's Favorite Events Has Been Postponed A Year

The 49th Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is being postponed to October 2-10, 2021. Matt W. Guthrie, President of the Balloon Fiesta Board of Directors, noted that, "The health and safety of our pilots, guests, volunteers, sponsors and staff are our top concerns. And while this is a difficult decision, we must stay dedicated to upholding that commitment."

Advertisement

FAI Commemorates Record Flight

Ten Years Ago, Borschberg Flew Up To 9235m Onboard Solar Impulse

The FAI remionded us that ten years ago on 8 July 2010, Swiss pilot André Borschberg established an extraordinary FAI world record, which remains unbeaten, by reaching the altitude of 9235m with an aircraft powered by the energy of the sun. The flight was made at the Payerne air base, Switzerland, with one-seater airplane Solar Impulse. During this flight, he set two other records: Gain of height (8744m) and Duration (26h10m19s), also in the Solar-Powered Airplane category. He took off on 7 July and landed the next day, thus making the first overnight flight in the history of solar aviation.

Astronauts Check Suits Following Spacewalk

Wednesday’s Spacewalk Swapped Batteries And Route Cables On The Station’s Starboard-6 Truss Structure

Spacesuit checks were on the schedule Thursday for the Expedition 63 crew following a spacewalk to replace aging batteries on the International Space Station. The orbital residents also juggled a variety of science activities. NASA astronauts Chris Cassidy and Bob Behnken are back to work now after Wednesday’s spacewalk to swap batteries and route cables on the station’s Starboard-6 truss structure. The duo recharged batteries and refilled water tanks inside their U.S. spacesuits. Flight Engineer Doug Hurley also joined the pair in the afternoon for eye scans with an ultrasound device.

Klyde Morris (07.03.20)

Klyde Defines True Leadership...

FMI: www.klydemorris.com

Classic Aero-TV: Senator Inhofe Seeks Focus--A CenterPoint For Aviation Progress

From 2019: Empower The Voices Of Pilots, Invest In Airport Infrastructure And Ensure More Opportunities For A Trained Aviation Workforce

This year, Senator Inhofe came to AirVenture having introduced the Promoting the Launch of Aviation’s Next Era (PLANE) Act of 2019. This bipartisan legislation would empower the voices of pilots, invest in airport infrastructure, and ensure more opportunities for a trained aviation workforce. The bill strengthens protections for pilots who may come under investigation by the FAA. In this second of three segments with Senator Inhofe, we learn more about

UAVOS UVH-170 Unmanned Heli Successfully Completes First High Altitude Flight

Climb Rate Was Over One Meter Per Second From 13,120 Feet To 16,400 Feet

UAVOS’ UVH-170 unmanned helicopter recently demonstrated its ability in mountainous operations by successfully conducting its first high altitude flight -- reaching a height of 16,400 feet. The rotary-wing UAS carried the Gyro-stabilized two-axis gimbal with integrated Radio data link. The payload weighed just under nine pounds. During the two-hour flight, the climb rate was over one meter per second from 13,120 feet to 16,400 feet. The drone’s high altitude capability was made possible through the modification of the fuel injection system of the 4-stroke gasoline propulsion system. The practical ceiling can be greatly increased through the enhancements of the fue

NTSB Prelim: Bell 206

During Transition To Forward Flight, The Helicopter Contacted The Lower Power Line

On June 2, 2020, at 1327 Pacific daylight time, a Bell 206L3 Helicopter, N65PJ, was destroyed when it was involved in an accident near Fairfield, California. The pilot and 2 passengers were fatally injured. The helicopter was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 133, rotorcraft external load (Human External Cargo (HEC)) operation. The helicopter was operated by PJ Helicopters under contract from Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) to perform power line repair work. According to PG&E, the linemen had completed work for the day and had been picked up by the pilot. The lineman would have been connected to an external cable and airlifted bac

Advertisement

AD: Pratt & Whitney Canada Corp. Turboprop Engines

AD 2020-13-06 Prompted By Material Microstructure Anomaly

The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Pratt & Whitney Canada Corp. (P&WC) PW150A model turboprop engines. This AD was prompted by a determination by the manufacturer that certain PW150A engine high-pressure (HP) centrifugal impellers may exhibit a material microstructure anomaly that has a potential to adversely affect the low cycle fatigue characteristics of the part. This AD requires replacement of the affected HP centrifugal impellers. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. This AD is effective August 6, 2020.

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (07.03.20)

Aero Linx: Alaska Wing of the Civil Air Patrol The Alaska Wing of the Civil Air Patrol is a diverse group of cadet and adult volunteers that serve our communities, the State of Alaska and our nation. We are truly “Citizens Serving Communities” through a wide variety of methods, from conducting search and rescue for the US Air Force to assisting local Emergency Management Agencies. We are the civilian arm of the US Air Force– the Air Force Auxiliary. We have an award-winning youth program that promotes self-initiative, discipline, leadership and personal growth and development. We perform over 95% of all aircraft search and rescue missions for the Air Force, and have saved thous

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (07.03.20): En Route Low Altitude Charts

En Route Low Altitude Charts Provide aeronautical information for en route instrument navigation (IFR) in the low altitude stratum. Information includes the portrayal of airways, limits of controlled airspace, position identification and frequencies of radio aids, selected airports, minimum en route and minimum obstruction clearance altitudes, airway distances, reporting points, permanent SUA, and related data. Area charts, which are a part of this series, furnish terminal data at a larger scale in congested areas.

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (07.03.20)

“My article was a 29-year-old Cold War navy pilot’s misguided contribution to a debate that was live at the time. My argument was embarrassingly wrong and offensive. The dialogue that followed its publication 33 years ago quickly opened my eyes, indelibly changed my mind, and shaped the principles of fairness, inclusion, respect and diversity that have guided my professional life since. The article is not a reflection of who I am; but nonetheless I have decided that in the interest of the company I will step down.” Source: Boeing's Niel Golightly, who resigned as Senior Vice President of Communications at the Boeing Company after an article he wrote over three decades ago was cited as the reason for his departu

Advertisement

Top Videos

Airborne-Flight Training 04.17.24: Feds Need Controllers, Spirit Delay, Redbird Flt

Airborne 04.16.24: RV Update, Affordable Flying Expo, Diamond Lil

Airborne 04.12.24: SnF24!, G100UL Is Here, Holy Micro, Plane Tags

Advertisement

Podcasts

AeroTwitter

Please wait while our tweets load

If you can't wait - check out what we've been twittering

© 2007 - 2024 Web Development & Design by Pauli Systems, LC