SpaceX, in the midst of a greatly accelerated launch pace, put two Falcon 9 Payloads into orbit, one of which was a reused first stage... AND then landed two first-stage boosters -- off opposite coasts. On June 23, 2017, SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket successfully launched the BulgariaSat-1 satellite into orbit—the first geostationary communications satellite in Bulgaria’s history. This mission marked the second reflight of a Falcon 9 first stage, having previously supported the Iridium-1 mission from Vandenberg Air Force Base in January of this year. Following stage separation, the first stage of Falcon 9 successfully
Brian Wynne, president and CEO of AUVSI, issued a statement on the unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) provisions in the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2017 (S. 1405), which was introduced late last week by the Senate Commerce Committee: “Like the House FAA reauthorization bill, the U.S. Senate bill demonstrates a strong, sustained commitment for the safe and responsible growth of commercial UAS in the United States. The bill contains several provisions that will help lay the foundation for more complex operations, such as mandating a coordinated effort between the FAA, FCC, and NTIA to report on spectrum needs for small UAS..." Intel has announced a lo
Provides Safety Information For Those Wishing To View The Event
For the first time in 99 years, a total solar eclipse will occur across the entire continental United States, and NASA is preparing to share this experience of a lifetime on Aug. 21.
Authorizations Granted By Transport Canada, FAA, EASA And MOLIT (South Korea)
Bombardier Commercial Aircraft and CAE have announced that Transport Canada, the U.S. FAA, EASA and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport of the Republic of Korea (South Korea) have qualified the world's first C Series aircraft full-flight simulator (FFS) to Level D, the highest qualification for flight simulators. The Bombardier C Series FFS, located at the Bombardier Training Center in Montréal, is the first C Series FFS to receive Level D qualification.
Second Lockheed Martin Satellite Assembled, Ready To Begin Environmental Testing
In a specialized cleanroom designed to streamline satellite production, Lockheed Martin is in full production building GPS III – the world's most powerful GPS satellites. The company's second GPS III satellite is now assembled and preparing for environmental testing, and the third satellite is close behind, having just received its navigation payload.
Blue Air ordered six 737 MAX airplanes last week at the 2017 Paris Air Show. The Romanian carrier will also lease a further six 737 MAXs and six Next-Generation 737-800s from Air Lease Corporation.
GSAT-17 For The Indian Space Agency ISRO Is Second Payload
For its seventh launch of the year, and the fourth Ariane 5 mission in 2017 from the Guiana Space Center in French Guiana, Arianespace will orbit two payloads: Hellas Sat 3-Inmarsat S EAN, a “condosat” for Inmarsat and Hellas Sat; and GSAT-17 for the Indian space agency ISRO (Indian Space Research Organization).
Caroline Dougherty Completes First Solo On 16th Birthday
A special thing happened recently at the Golden Age Aviation Museum in Bethel, PA. Sixteen-year-old Caroline Dougherty made her first solo flight. And while that in itself is pretty cool and reason for congratulations, Caroline had the opportunity to make that first solo flight in a very special airplane; a 100-year-old Curtiss JN-4D Jenny that belongs to her dad.
The Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) has signed a contract for one H215, making it the first operator in Japan to operate the rotorcraft when it is delivered in 2020. Currently operating a fleet of 14 helicopters, the largest police air corps in Japan plans to enhance its law enforcement activities with this new H215.
Plans To File Suit If Restrictive Drone Legislation Is Passed
The Evanston, IL City Council had a very restrictive drone law on its agenda Monday which had one local resident ready to file a lawsuit should it be approved.
Lockheed Martin is pleased to announce that Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) has joined the Skunk Works JSTARS Recapitalization (Recap) team, which currently includes Bombardier and Raytheon, bringing greater value to the partnership, and the team's ability to deliver a premier solution to the U.S. Air Force.
SpaceX, in the midst of a greatly accelerated launch pace, put two Falcon 9 Payloads into orbit, one of which was a reused first stage... AND then landed two first-stage boosters -- off opposite coasts. On June 23, 2017, SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket successfully launched the BulgariaSat-1 satellite into orbit—the first geostationary communications satellite in Bulgaria’s history. This mission marked the second reflight of a Falcon 9 first stage, having previously supported
Brian Wynne, president and CEO of AUVSI, issued a statement on the unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) provisions in the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2017 (S. 1405), which was introduced late last week by the Senate Commerce Committee: “Like the House FAA reauthorization bill, the U.S. Senate bill demonstrates a strong, sustained commitment for the safe and responsible growth of commercial UAS in the United States. The bill contains several provisions that will help lay the foundation for more complex ope
House Meets Tuesday, Senate On Thursday For Initial Look At The Bills
The House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure has scheduled a markup of the 21st Century Aviation Innovation, Reform, and Reauthorization Act - the 21st Century AIRR Act - H.R. 2997, for 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 27, 2017, in 2167 Rayburn House Office Building.
Would Make Operating Near An Airport Or Prison A Criminal Offense
New drone restrictions are being prepared in the U.K. following what was described an incident in which a drone came within about three feet of hitting a commercial airliner on approach to Liverpool John Lennon Airport on April 22.
Students From Festus, MO Become Third Consecutive U.S. Team To Take Top Spot
The 10-student team from Festus High School in Festus, MO bested the world's best rocketry teams and took first place in the International Rocketry Challenge (IRC). Sponsored by The Raytheon Company, the team represented the United States against teams from the United Kingdom, France and Japan in the IRC at the International Paris Air Show on June 22-23.
Bombardier Commercial Aircraft concluded a successful week at the 2017 International Paris Air Show, where it had the opportunity to connect with customers from around the world and announced up to $2 billion in orders and other commitments.
Introduced By Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) In Wake Of 2016 Accident
U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) has filed a bill in the U.S. Senate that would require balloon pilots to undergo the same kind of medical examination as other pilots following an accident last July that resulted in the fatal injury of 16 people.
Hopes To Establish A Formation Flying Act To Continue On The Air Show Circuit
Sean D. Tucker is one of the best known names on the air show circuit, and for good reason. He has flown on the circuit for 40 years, racking up more than 26,000 hours in the cockpit.
Parliamentarians Call For Fatigue Regulations With Safety As A Primary Concern, Based On Scientific Evidence
The Air Canada Pilots Association, representing more than 3,500 pilots, expressed gratitude to the Hon. Judy Sgro, Chair, and the members of Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Communities for their recommendations to improve aviation safety.
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Following the release of the language put forth by the US House; Senators John Thune and Bill Nelson, who respectively serve as the chairman and ranking member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, along with Sens. Roy Blunt and Maria Cantwell, the chairman and ranking member of the Aviation Operations, Safety, & Security Subcommittee, have announced the introduction of S. 1405, the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2017, which reauthorizes federal aviation programs thro
“Historically, this is not a partisan issue, and it’s time to move forward with this bill for America’s taxpayers, America’s traveling public, and America’s lead in aviation.” Source: House Transportation Committee Chairman Bill Shuster (R-PA). The Committee will mark up the House version of the FAA reauthorization bill Tuesday.
Frank Ambrose
Beginning as an Air Force Photographer in 1943, Frank Ambrose now operates a studio in Gloversville, New York specializing in Commercial, Industrial and Portrait photography.
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