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October 03, 2018

FAA: Reauthorized

For Better or Worse... The FAA Has A New 5-Year Lease On Life As Soon As The President Signs

It's just about done... despite years of hype, delays, attacks on basic aero-liberties and more power grabs than we can count, the FAA Reauthorization bill has passed both the House and Senate, awaiting only the president's signature to get the ball rolling. The bill passed in Senate today with a vote of 93-6, while the House version of the bill was passed, last week, by a vote of 398-23. While the bill puts aside some of the most ill-conceived and contentious issues of recent years -- most notably the horrific power grab by the airlines disguised as "ATC Privatization" championed by a few elected officials with very close relationships to the ai

Airborne 10.03.18: Heli-Chute!, V-247 Vigilant, Global 7500 Cert

Also: Primera Air Ceases, Aeroprakt USA, Strange Skydiving Accident, Russian Helicopter

On June 22nd, the Zefhir light turbine helicopter successfully completed the first test of its exclusive parachute safety system when the technology was dramatically demonstrated over the Oristano-Fenosu airport. Zefhir is currently the only helicopter equipped with a ballistic parachute. Installed above the main rotor, the parachute is designed as a backup for conditions where autorotation cannot be performed. The landmark test has validated the use of ballistic parachute safety systems in helicopters for the first

Airborne 10.03.18: Heli-Chute!, V-247 Vigilant, Global 7500 Cert

Also: Primera Air Ceases, Aeroprakt USA, Strange Skydiving Accident, Russian Helicopter

On June 22nd, the Zefhir light turbine helicopter successfully completed the first test of its exclusive parachute safety system when the technology was dramatically demonstrated over the Oristano-Fenosu airport. Zefhir is currently the only helicopter equipped with a ballistic parachute. Installed above the main rotor, the parachute is designed as a backup for conditions where autorotation cannot be performed. The landmark test has validated the use of ballistic parachute safety systems in helicopters for the first time. Indeed, such a test has never been filmed or documented in the entire history of aerospace technology. Military officials have unveiled a full-scale model of the Bell

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Mesa Air Group Announces Senior Management Changes

Jameson Año Named Vice President Of United Express Operations

Mesa Air Group has announced a series of management changes and additions to help address the requirements of its recent growth. Jameson Año has been named Vice President of United Express Operations. He previously served as Vice President of Inflight Services at Mesa since 2016.

FAA Executive Receives Prestigious Award

Annie B. Andrews Was Inducted Into The 2018 National Black College Alumni Hall Of Fame

On Friday, Sept. 28, the FAA Assistant Administrator for Human Resource Management Annie B. Andrews was inducted into the 2018 National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame in the Government and Law category.

Singapore’s HES Unveils Plans For Regional Hydrogen-Electric Passenger Aircraft

Element One Is A Zero-Emission, Long-Range Electric Aircraft Powered By Distributed Hydrogen-Electric Propulsion

After 12 years developing hydrogen propulsion systems for small unmanned aircraft, HES Energy Systems has unveiled its plans for Element One, the world’s first regional hydrogen-electric passenger aircraft.

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LMC Selects Harris To Deliver F-35's Next Generation Computer Processor

Supply Chain Competition Continues To Reduce Cost And Enhance Capability

Lockheed Martin has selected Harris Corporation to develop and deliver the next generation Integrated Core Processor (ICP) for the F-35 fighter jet. The Lockheed Martin-led competition within the F-35 supply chain will significantly reduce cost and enhance capability.

New Milestone Agreement Reached To Merge First Air And Canadian North

Goal Is Better Service For Pan-Arctic Communities

Makivik Corporation (Makivik) and the Inuvialuit Corporate Group (ICG) have announced they have signed a definitive agreement to merge First Air and Canadian North in order to provide the best possible air services across the Arctic. Following the receipt of government regulatory approvals, Makivik and ICG will proceed to complete the merger. The parties expect to complete the transaction by the end of 2018.

Bell Delivers Three Bell 429s To Mercy Flight

Medical Transport Company Now One Of The Largest Bell 429 Helicopter Emergency Service (HEMS) Operators In North America

Bell Helicopter has delivered three Bell 429s to Mercy Flight Inc. “The Bell 429 delivers exceptional speed and aircraft readiness when minutes matter,” said Jay Ortiz, vice president, Commercial Business, Americas.

HK Bellawings Jet Limited Firms Up Orders For Six Global Aircraft

Follows LOI Signed At The European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE) In Geneva

Bombardier announced today that HK Bellawings Jet Limited, the third-largest aircraft management company in Hong Kong, has firmed up an order for four Global 6500 and two Global 7500 business jets, and maintains options for 12 Global aircraft. The order follows the LOI signed at EBACE in Geneva earlier this year. The transaction for the firm order is valued at approximately $370 million, based on the 2018 list prices for typically equipped aircraft. The value could increase to $1.142 billion with all options exercised.

FAA, EASA Certify Long-Range Capability For A321neo

Up To Three Additional Center Tanks (ACTs) Are Now Certified On The Aircraft, Including For ETOPS Operation

Readiness to start “Long Range” (LR) operations with launch customers of the most capable and flexible A321neo version to date – the A321LR – has moved a significant step closer with recent joint EASA and FAA approval of the aircraft to operate with up to three underfloor Additional Center Tanks (ACTs), including for ETOPS operation.

Police Helicopter Used To Disperse Tailgaters At Penn State

Rotorwash Sent Tents, Grills Flying Through The Air

A Pennsylvania State Police helicopter was used to break up a tailgate party prior to the Penn State/Ohio State football game on Saturday after police said partiers refused to disperse and became disorderly.

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San Diego County Sheriff Cites Drone Operator

Say His Aircraft Interfered With A Shark Bite Rescue

The San Diego County Sheriff's Office has cited a drone operator for interfering with a medical rescue helicopter involved in the rescue of a shark bite victim.

Hot Air Balloon Hits Power Pylon In Germany

All Six On Board The Aircraft Rescued

A hot air balloon became entangled in an electricity pylon carrying high-voltage wires in Germany on Sunday, but thankfully, all six people on board the aircraft were rescued.

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Aero-TV: Multi-Function Avionics - The AeroVonics Approach

Including A Probeless Angle Of Attack Display

AeroVonics displayed its AV-20 & AV-20-S Multi-Function Displays at AirVenture 2018. The instrument provides a wide array of supplemental flight information. The AV-20 provides 9 functions, while the AV-20-S model provides 12 functions.

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Aero-TV: Multi-Function Avionics - The AeroVonics Approach

Including A Probeless Angle Of Attack Display

AeroVonics displayed its AV-20 & AV-20-S Multi-Function Displays at AirVenture 2018. The instrument provides a wide array of supplemental flight information. The AV-20 provides 9 functions, while the AV-20-S model provides 12 functions. The unit incorporates a full color sunlight readable display, bezel-mounted light sensor for automatic display brightness, and an internal battery for operation in the event of power loss. The AV-20-S connects to the pitot and static systems of the aircraft, while the AV-20 model does not.

Barnstorming: Throwing The Baby Out With The Bathwater…

Anti-Drone Hysteria May Kill One of Aviation’s Most Important Entry-Level Pathways

Comments/News/Commentary by ANN CEO/Editor-In-Chief, Jim Campbell I’m going to keep this uncharacteristically short and sweet… recent news from our less than aeronautically competent elected officials indicate that they may be on the way to doing critical and lasting damage to the future of aviation. Specifically; much (but not all) of the new language inserted into the FAA Reauthorization will restrict the freedoms model aviation has had for over 100 years. The very first foray into aviation, for many an aviation legend and most of the rest of we flyers, is about to get hindered, harmed, restricted and minimized by the very govern

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FAA Approves Nine New LAANC Service Providers

Allows For Near-Real-Time Processing Of Airspace Authorizations For Part 107 Operators

The FAA has announced nine new partners to its Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability (LAANC) initiative, an innovative collaboration between the FAA and the drone industry that provides near real-time processing of airspace authorizations for Part 107 drone operators nationwide who fly in controlled airspace.

NASAO Appoints Interim President & CEO

John Shea Named To The Position

Following the 87th NASAO Annual Convention and Tradeshow, held September 23-25, 2018 in Oklahoma City, the Executive Committee and Board of NASAO received the resignation of Mark Kimberling, who has served as President and CEO for the past two years. The Board has appointed John Shea to serve as Interim President and CEO.

Uber Elevate's Eric Allison To Discuss eVTOL Urban Transport At NBAA-BACE

Will Be A Keynote Presenter On Day One Of The Conference

The NBAA welcomes Eric Allison, head of Aviation Programs at Uber, leading the Elevate initiative to re-imagine urban transportation through the air. Eric will speak about the developing industry for electrically powered vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft during the Day 1 Keynote at the 2018 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) taking place Oct. 16-18 in Orlando, FL.

Going To The TOP With AUVSI'S Trusted Operator Program

Will Offer Three Levels Of Certification To Commercial Drone Operators

AUVSI is about to give unmanned aircraft systems operators a way to increase their safety and boost their standing in a burgeoning marketplace, through the new Trusted Operator Program (TOP).

FAI World Drone Racing Championships: Under One Month To Go

Will Kick Off In Shenzhen, China November 1

There is just one month to go before the first FAI World Drone Racing Championships kicks-off in Shenzhen, China. Some 115 of the world's best drone-racing pilots from 32 nations will converge on the tech city of Shenzhen in southern China for four days of high-calibre racing, November 1-4. The venue is the futuristic-looking Shenzhen Universiade Sports Center.

AYJET Signs Purchase Agreement For Six Sonaca 200 Aircraft

Turkish Flight School Plans To Enlarge Its Sonca Fleet In The Future

AYJET, an approved Training Organization and a flight school based in Istanbul (Turkey), has selected the new Sonaca two-seater single-engine aircraft.

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EU Enhances Cooperation On Civil Aviation With Latin America And The Caribbean

EU-LAC Project Office In Costa Rica Inaugurated By EU Commissioner For Transport Violeta Bulc

The EU-LAC project (EU-Latin America and Caribbean Cooperation on Civil Aviation), officially opened today its field office in the Latin America and Caribbean region, in the presence of EU Commissioner for Transport Ms. Violeta Bulc, EU Ambassador to Costa Rica Mr Pelayo Castro Zuzuarregui and EASA Strategy and Safety Management Director Mr. Luc Tytgat.

Airborne 10.01.18: F-35 Down, Airshow Pilot Julie Clark, Boeing Wins T-X

Also: Airport Workers, NVG SAFO, WAI Receives Grant, TSA Perimeter Security Program

Last week was both good and bad for the F-35 program. An F-35B went down near MCAS Beaufort in South Carolina, though local authorities quickly confirmed that, "The pilot from the military plane crash safely ejected..." Beaufort is the home of Marine Fighter Attack Training Squadron 501, where training for new F-35 pilots is conducted. Journalists often over-use the word ‘iconic’ -- but the career of airshow pilot Julie Clark certainly deserves that description... especially now that we know that Ms. Clark is

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (10.03.18)

"The development of eVTOL aircraft holds significant promise for a wide variety of business aviation applications, and the potential to transform on-demand aerial transportation." Source: NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen. Uber Elevate Head of Aviation Programs Eric Allison will be a keynote presenter on day 1 of the NBAA-BACE in Orlando.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (10.03.18): Drift Angle

Angle between heading and track.

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