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April 23, 2015

Airborne 04.23.15: Able Flight, Diesel Archer, RutanRC!

Also: United Bars Security Expert, Airborne Advisors, NTSB Video, Avidyne, Cessna, Airport Access

Tempest Plus Marketing Group has announced support for Able Flight as a Platinum Level Sponsor in 2015. With Tempest's backing over the next three years, Able Flight plans to train three pilots designated as recipients of the Tempest-Able Flight Scholarship in Memory of Lloyd Smith. Piper Aircraft announced at Sun 'n Fun on Tuesday that its team member, Technify Motors, has received validation approval from the FAA for their EASA supplemental type certificate in support of the new diesel trainer option, the

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Airborne 04.23.15: Able Flight, Diesel Archer, RutanRC!

Also: United Bars Security Expert, Airborne Advisors, NTSB Video, Avidyne, Cessna, Airport Access

Tempest Plus Marketing Group has announced support for Able Flight as a Platinum Level Sponsor in 2015. With Tempest's backing over the next three years, Able Flight plans to train three pilots designated as recipients of the Tempest-Able Flight Scholarship in Memory of Lloyd Smith. Piper Aircraft announced at Sun 'n Fun on Tuesday that its team member, Technify Motors, has received validation approval from the FAA for their EASA supplemental type certificate in support of the new diesel trainer option, the Archer DX. Now you too can have your own White Knight and SpaceShipOne … sort of. A company formed to develop, manufacture, and distribute innovative radio controlled mode

Piper Takes Trainer Orders From University Of North Dakota Aerospace

Will Deliver Three Seminole Twins With G1000 Avionics

Piper has taken orders for three twin-engine, piston-powered Training Class Piper Seminole aircraft from the UND Aerospace Foundation, who provides training and aircraft for the University of North Dakota's John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences. The pilot training aircraft will be delivered in July of this year, due to join the Aviation Department's training fleet of more than 120 aircraft. UND Aerospace flies over 130,000 hours of flight training annually.

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FAA Seeks $142,750 Civil Penalty Against GoJet Airlines

Carrier Allegedly Violated Drug And Alcohol Testing Rules

The FAA has proposed a civil penalty of $142,750 against GoJet Airlines, LLC of Bridgeton, MO for allegedly violating drug and alcohol testing regulations.

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NASA Rover Challenge Goes To Teams From Russia, Puerto Rico

Two-Day Challenge Took Place In Huntsville, AL

University Gardens High School of San Juan, Puerto Rico, won first place in the high school division of the 2015 NASA Human Exploration Rover Challenge, while an International Space Education Institute team of Moscow, Russia, won the college division of the event, held April 17-18, in Huntsville, Alabama.

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Fight For 'First Flight' Recognition Continues

Action Is Being Taken To Stop The State Of Connecticut From Claiming Their Gustave Whitehead Was First

The National Aviation Heritage Alliance (NAHA) is calling on Connecticut lawmakers to restore their support for the Wright brothers after a major publisher backed off its claim that Connecticut resident Gustave Whitehead flew first.

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easyJet Takes Delivery Of Its 250th Airbus Aircraft

Milestone Celebrated In Hamburg With Partners Airbus And CFM

easyJet and Airbus have celebrated their successful partnership at a ceremony in Hamburg to mark the delivery the airline’s 250th Airbus A320 family aircraft. Carolyn McCall, easyJet CEO, Jean-Paul Ebanga, CFM International President and CEO, Didier Evrard, Airbus EVP and Head of Programs, and Christopher Buckley, Airbus EVP Europe, Africa and Asia-Pacific were present at the event.

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EASA Certifies New EC145 Version

Variant Designed For Utility Duties

A new version of the twin-engine EC145 rotorcraft has received its type certificate from the EASA. The EC145 (formerly known as EC145e) has been developed by Airbus Helicopters to offer a highly efficient and cost-effective solution for utility users.

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Post Office Looks At UAVs As Potential Delivery System

Delivery Truck Under Consideration Can Launch Package-Carrying Aircraft

As the U.S. Postal Service looks to upgrade its fleet of delivery vehicles, one of the companies has offered an electric truck that could also serve as a platform for launching UAVs.

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UAV Lands On Roof Of Japanese PM's Office Building

Origin Of The Aircraft Still Unknown

A 20-inch UAV was discovered Wednesday on the roof of the office building where Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe normally works.

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X-47B Shows Autonomous Refueling Capability

Tanker Transfers Fuel To 'Salty Dog 502'

An Omega tanker transferred fuel to an X-47B UAV last week, marking the first time such an operation has been completed with standard refueling assets regularly used for manned aircraft.

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Bell Helicopter Wraps Up Successful Showing At ABACE 2015

Several Aircraft Sales Meet Growing Interest In China

Bell Helicopter continues to grow its presence in China with the announcement of letters of intent to purchase five aircraft during the Asian Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition (ABACE), held April 14-16.

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States Recognize Aviation For Its Contributions And Impact On Their Economies

National Aviation Organizations Commend The States Of Florida, Missouri, And Utah For Recognizing The Importance Of Aviation In Their States

Spring has sprung and pilots appreciate the beginning of what is commonly referred to as the flying season. It seems the feeling must be catching because April has been named to recognize the importance of aviation in the states of Florida, Missouri, and Utah.

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AD: Bombardier, Inc. Airplanes

AD NUMBER: 2015-08-03

PRODUCT: Certain Bombardier, Inc. Model DHC-8-400 series airplanes.

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GAMA Testifies On Importance Of Aircraft Certification Reform

Hearing Held In The U.S. Senate Commerce, Science, And Transportation Aviation Subcommittee

FAA Certification was the topic of a hearing held Tuesday by the U.S. Senate Commerce, Science, And Transportation Aviation Subcommittee.

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Textron Aviation Launches 'Top Hawk' University Partnerships

Will Provide Students Nationwide Access To Top Aircraft

Textron Aviation has launched Top Hawk, a partnership with U.S. university aviation schools. Top Hawk will provide students access to industry-leading aircraft, coupled with a unique internship opportunity during the summer of 2015. Universities selected as the initial partner schools are, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Kansas State University, Liberty University and the University of North Dakota.

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Warm Reception For Sporty’s 172LITE

Basic Trainer A Popular Option At Flight School

Since joining the flight line at Sporty’s Flight School, Sporty’s 172LITE is proving to be a popular aircraft for new student pilots and even those building experience in more advanced phases of training.

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Flight Design Moving Forward With C4 Flight Testing

Will Be Extending Envelope For Next Phases Of Program

After a successful first flight April 9th, Flight Design is set to expand its C4 flight test program over the next several days.

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AeroSports Update: American Legend Cub Gets Improvements

The American Legend Aircraft Company Offers New Features For Its Super Legend Cub

American Legend Aircraft Company has announced a host of new features for its Super Legend Cub aircraft. Standard and optionally available, these features range from advanced carbon fiber components, including the company's new carbon fiber amphibious floats, to the latest in NextGen and touchscreen electronic flight displays.

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Larry Levin Of Providence, RI Wins IMC Club 'Brown Jacket Award'

Honor Recognizes Excellence In Proficiency, Training, And Service To The Community

This years winner of the IMC Club “Brown Jacket Award” was announced today. This year’s award goes to Larry Levin, instrument pilot from Providence, RI.

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Airborne 04.22.15: ANN Covers Sun 'n Fun!, Superior's Diesel, Sling 4

Also: Avidyne/Sun Flyer, Aspen Lowers Pricing, Glasair Diesel, Wipaire, Amphibious Air Ambulance, Proud Bird, GE90 Printed Parts

People cast a wary eye to the sky Monday, as the final preparations were made for the Sun 'n Fun Expo and Fly-In at Lakeland Linder Regional Airport in Lakeland, FL. And with good cause. Monday afternoon brought some torrential rains to central Florida. But preparations continued, and Tuesday morning dawned cloudy, but dry, for the official opening of the show. The experimental and light sport aircraft market can now expect a new engine choice. Tim Archer, the CEO of Superior A

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FreeFlight Systems Joins ForeFlight Connect Program

The First Certified ADS-B Solution To Integrate With ForeFlight

FreeFlight Systems announced today that the Company's certified ADS-B In systems have joined the ForeFlight Connect program. For the first time, the leading ADS-B app and the popular ADS-B solution are collaborating to deliver the highest quality customer experience available. ForeFlight will be working with FreeFlight towards support of the certified RANGR equipment.

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Aero-News: Quote Of The Day (04.23.15)

“At the core, GAMA has always worked to promote policies that benefit general aviation manufacturers and their employees by striving to achieve the FAA certification efficiencies needed to get their products to the marketplace." Source: GAMA president and CEO Pete Bunce.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Term (04.23.15): Pilot Balloon

(Abbrev. PIBAL)- A small helium-filled meteorological balloon.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (04.23.15)

Coalition for Space Exploration

The mission of the Coalition for Space Exploration is to promote the importance of space exploration to the national agenda via cost-effective, high-yield public outreach activities that include both traditional and new media to help secure political support and budget resources for NASA and space exploration.

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