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November 04, 2016

Airborne 11.04.16: HondaJet Record, Daher Plan, Bob Hoover Memorial Livestream

Also: Wheels UP, Dynon SkyView HDX, No Plane-No Gain, Bombardier, Aerojet Rocketdyne, Elite/Pacific Sims, Airbus ACJ320neo

The new light jet on the block, that would be HondaJet, has officially secured speed records over two recognized courses from Teterboro, New Jersey to Fort Lauderdale, Florida and from Boston, Massachusetts to Palm Beach, Florida. The United States National Aeronautic Association has recognized the records, and they are pending approval as world records by the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale in Switzerland. In setting the record between Ne

Airborne 11.04.16: HondaJet Record, Daher Plan, Bob Hoover Memorial Livestream

Also: Wheels UP, Dynon SkyView HDX, No Plane-No Gain, Bombardier, Aerojet Rocketdyne, Elite/Pacific Sims, Airbus ACJ320neo

The new light jet on the block, that would be HondaJet, has officially secured speed records over two recognized courses from Teterboro, New Jersey to Fort Lauderdale, Florida and from Boston, Massachusetts to Palm Beach, Florida. The United States National Aeronautic Association has recognized the records, and they are pending approval as world records by the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale in Switzerland. In setting the record between New Jersey and Florida, HondaJet said the flight took two hours and 51 minutes at a cruising altitude flight level four-three-zero. The average true airspeed was reported to be 386 knots. ANN&rsquo

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NTSB Issues Investigative Update On Uncontained Engine Failure Accident

Occurred During Takeoff Roll Of American Airlines 767-300 Departing Chicago

As part of its ongoing investigation of an Oct. 28, 2016, uncontained engine failure on American Airlines flight 383, the NTSB issued an investigative update Friday.

Blackhawk Announces Updates For The King Air 350 XP67A Engine+ Upgrade

Hopes To Begin Flight Testing In November

Blackhawk Modifications on Tuesday released progress updates for their new King Air 350 XP67A Engine+ Upgrade program in an announcement from company officials. The program charges forward after the submission of the FAA flight test plan, and FAA flight testing will begin once approval has been received. Blackhawk anticipates testing to begin in November, and the finalized STC to be received in May of 2017.

Sikorsky Marks 10-Year Anniversary Of S-92 Helicopters In China

Aircraft Have Flown Over 1 Million Hours Worldwide

Sikorsky S-92 helicopters have been operating for 10 years in China, the company announced Tuesday at Airshow China.

Three Receive Master Instructor Designation In October

National Accreditation Recognized By The FAA

Three instructors have renewed their Master Instructor designation in the month of October. Master Instructors LLC said in a news release that all were accredited as Masters by Master Instructors LLC, the international Master Instructor accrediting authority. All obtained their designation through the Master Instructor "Fluid Review" program online.

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Honeywell Launches New Suite Of In-Cabin Experience Services

GoDirect Cabin Connectivity Mobile Apps Streamline Management To A Single Service Provider

Honeywell has unveiled GoDirect Cabin Connectivity, a suite of services and mobile applications that helps business jet owners and operators more easily manage and control their satellite communications services and usage. By providing operators with the tools needed to manage an aircraft’s connectivity network via an online portal or mobile device, Honeywell has limited the need for third-party services support and put operators in control of network troubleshooting, access, data consumption, billing and more.

Rockwell Collins Introduces New Features To ARINCDirect Flight Operations System

Says Upgrade Includes More Intuitive User Interface

Rockwell Collins has announced a new release of its ARINCDirect Flight Operations System (FOS) mobile app that includes a more modern and intuitive user interface for improved workflow.

Governor Greg Abbott Declares November 'Aviation Appreciation Month'

Supports More Than $14.5 Billion In Economic Activity In TX

The Alliance for Aviation Across America today applauded Governor Greg Abbott for declaring November 2016 “Aviation Appreciation Month.” In Texas, general aviation activities support an annual economic impact of over $14.5 billion.

First Business Aviation Finance Digital Marketplace Launched

Unique Proposition Could Encourage ‘New Players’ To Enter The Business Jet And Helicopter Finance Market

The business jet and helicopter financier AirFinance today announced the launch of FlyFunder, an innovative online marketplace that effectively and efficiently connects buyers of business jets and helicopters with aviation financiers that match their borrowing profiles.

StandardAero Announces More HTF7000 Engine Trained Technicians

Currently Has More Than 40 Inspectors On Staff In 5 Locations Globally

StandardAero Business Aviation is continuing its investments and readiness to service customers on wing, remotely and/or in the company’s maintenance facilities.

FlightSafety International Now Offers New Composite Material Courses

Offered In Conjunction With Abaris Training Resources

FlightSafety is expanding its maintenance training program to include new composite materials courses. The training will be offered in conjunction with Abaris Training Resources, Inc. through FlightSafety’s Maintenance Learning Center in Wichita, KS.

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Oklahoma No Drone Zone Effective November 1

Another State Is Creating Special Rules For Drone Operators

Officials in the state of Oklahoma have been concerned about the high level of petroleum infrastructure within the state that could be negatively affected by inappropriate drone operation. The Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission has released the following information that briefly explains the new law.

Boeing, COMAC Expand Joint Work On Environmental Efficiency, Sustainable Growth

Sustainable Aviation Technology Center To Pursue Mutually Beneficial Research In Multiple Disciplines

An agreement has been signed between Boeing and Commercial Aircraft Corp. of China (COMAC) to expand their joint research collaboration in support of the long-term sustainable growth of commercial aviation.

Textron Aviation Receives ADS-B Certification For Mustang

Completing ADS-B Certification Efforts For Citation, King Air, Hawker Platforms

Textron Aviation has recently completed certification for Automatic Dependent Surveillance – Broadcast Out (ADS-B Out) on the Citation Mustang, making a full range of cost-competitive ADS-B options available for all Citation, King Air and Hawker aircraft. Retrofit modifications are now available at company-owned service centers.

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AeroSports Update: It’s The Paperwork That Can Get You

As A Recreational Flyer It’s Easy To Enjoy The Flying And Forget Important FAA Paperwork

In accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations, FAA certificate holders are required to update their mailing address within 30 days of obtaining a new address. The thing that’s easy to forget is that both the pilot and the aircraft hold a certificate. If the addresses for the pilot and the registered owner of the aircraft, as listed on the registration certificate, are out of date more than 30 days neither are legal to fly.

FlightSafety International To Provide Training For The Embraer Legacy 450, 500

New FFS Added At Dallas Training Center

FlightSafety International announces that it will provide training for the Embraer Legacy 450 and Legacy 500 aircraft in Dallas, Texas. This is in addition to the training FlightSafety now offers for these aircraft in St. Louis, Missouri.

True Blue Power and Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics Power NBAA 2016!

FAA grants STCs for True Blue Power TB44 lithium-ion batteries on Cessna Model 208 and 208B Caravans, Bombardier Dash-8 100/200/300 Series aircraft. True Blue Power announced the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) for the company’s TB44 (46-amp hour) lithium-ion batteries on Cessna Model 208 and 208B Caravans, and Bombardier Dash-8 100/200/300 Series aircraft. This is the second FAA certification announcement for True Blue Power lithium-ion batteries issued this month, indicating growing acceptance of the technology among government regulators, aircraft manufacturers, and operators industry wide.

EAA, Sporty’s Open Doors To Aviation For More Than 40,000 Young People

Free Online Courses Available To EAA Young Eagles Following Their Flights

The EAA and Sporty’s Pilot Shop are doing their part to ensure the next generation of aviation thrives, as more than 40,000 young people have now enrolled in the Sporty’s Learn to Fly online course as a follow-up to their flights in the EAA Young Eagles program, which introduces youth to aviation through free flights with EAA members.

Klyde Morris 11.04.16

Klyde Is Looking For That "E" Ticket Ride ...

FMI: www.klydemorris.com

ONE Aviation Provides Singular Support For Coverage of NBAA 2016!

ONE Aviation: Let’s Fly Together

ONE Aviation delivers innovative access to general aviation by bringing together a line of products suited to the missions and budgets of individuals and businesses previously grounded by the inefficiencies of larger aircraft. We produce safe, efficient, comfortable aircraft to be used by those who need an entry-level business aviation solution. We build airplanes for you. ONE Aviation markets, produces, and delivers the Eclipse Aerospace line of aircraft, including the Eclipse 550 and Eclipse SE jets, as it continues to further the development of the Kestrel aircraft. And now... ONE Aviation Announces Project Canada!

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Airborne 11.03.16: PC-24 Progress Report, ACSS Updates, Citation Longitude

Also: New PT6A's, Aero-Community: EAA, Pro Line Fusion Upgrade, CAE, Civil Air Patrol, StandardAero, SmartSky Networks

In a report from the NBAA Exhibition and Convention being held this week, ANN’s Jim Campbell brings us up-to-date on the Pilatus PC-24, and gains insight about the Pilatus aerodynamic design freeze. Also; the NBAA Convention gave ANN’s Jim Campbell a chance to obtain an update from ACSS about their line of ADS-B avionics. Cessna announced during this year’s Business Aviation Exhibition & Convention that its Citation Longitude will exceed initial per

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (11.04.16)

“What fences and barriers do to prevent trespassers at critical sites, House Bill 2499 is trying to do in the airspace with new technology of unmanned aircraft.” Source: Oklahoma State Senator Ron Sharp (R).

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (11.04.16): Minimum Vectoring Altitude (MVA)

The lowest MSL altitude at which an IFR aircraft will be vectored by a radar controller, except as otherwise authorized for radar approaches, departures, and missed approaches.

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (11.04.16)

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AIM Air is a Christian missionary aviation organization—part of the larger ministry of Africa Inland Mission. Our mission is the coordination and delivery of safe, reliable, economical air transport service to enhance the ministries of evangelical missionaries, church workers, and Christian relief and development agencies in East and Central Africa.

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