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November 11, 2016

Airborne 11.11.16: GoPro Karma Recall, AEA 3Q/16 Report, Able Flight Scholarship

Also: EC120 HeliSAS, Bob Hoover Memorial Update, Colleen Barrett, Edwards AFB, CAE/Ryanair, Newport News Airport, Diamond A/C

The debut of the GoPro Karma drone last month was received with excitement by those looking forward to this long promised sUAS, and it brought hopes to the company to provide some economic benefit to their bottom line. While all appeared well at first, now GoPro has announced the recall of the approximately 2500 Karma drones purchased by consumers since October 23. The recall was announced after GoPro discovered that in a very small number of cases, Karma units lo

Airborne 11.11.16: GoPro Karma Recall, AEA 3Q/16 Report, Able Flight Scholarship

Also: EC120 HeliSAS, Bob Hoover Memorial Update, Colleen Barrett, Edwards AFB, CAE/Ryanair, Newport News Airport, Diamond A/C

The debut of the GoPro Karma drone last month was received with excitement by those looking forward to this long promised sUAS, and it brought hopes to the company to provide some economic benefit to their bottom line. While all appeared well at first, now GoPro has announced the recall of the approximately 2500 Karma drones purchased by consumers since October 23. The recall was announced after GoPro discovered that in a very small number of cases, Karma units lost power during operation. The Aircraft Electronics Association has released its third-quarter 2016 Avionics Market Report, and the report indicates a continued decline in avionics sales. In the

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GAMA Publishes Third Quarter Aircraft Shipment Report, And Its Ugly

Billings Down 16.5 Percent Over The Same Period In 2015

GAMA has released its third-quarter shipment and billing numbers for the general aviation manufacturing industry. Worldwide, general aviation airplane shipments declined 3.5 percent, from the same period last year, with 1,504 units shipped in the first nine months of 2016 compared to 1,558 units in 2015. Rotorcraft shipments declined 16.0 percent to 615 units compared to 732 units in the same period last year. Combined airplane and rotorcraft billings were $15.9 billion year-to-date in 2016 compared to last year's $19.1 billion, a contraction of 16.5 percent.

Alpha Pilot Academy Launches Pilot QuickStart Guide Website

Planning To License The Program Based On Interest From Flight Schools

After receiving a lot of positive feedback on its Pilot QuickStart flight training program at the 2016 Redbird Migration conference, Alpha Pilot Academy / Air Associates has decided that it will license the program to flight schools.

Emirates Profits Slump On Falling Airfares

Down 64 Percent Due To Competition, Reduced Demand

Profits at Emirates Group have dropped 64 percent over the past year due to lower travel demand and strong competition, the airline has reported.

Flybe Constrained By Pilot Shortage

Growth Slowed By Lack Of Qualified Pilots

The growth of european regional carrier Flybe is being slowed by a lack of qualified pilots, according to the airline.

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First At-Sea F-35B Power Module, Engine Swap Completed

Process Developed At NAS Patuxent River

Mark Schroeder, the maintenance and logistics department head for the F-35 Pax (Patuxent) River Integrated Test Force (ITF), said the initial at-sea power module and engine swap went well and he attributes this success to embarked Marines assigned to Marine Operational Test and Evaluation Squadron (VMX) 1, who developed the new engine removal and replacement (R&R) process.

C&S Propeller Relocates To Fort Worth, TX

FAA Repair Certifications In Hand, Company Is Fully Operational

With its relocation to Fort Worth, Texas complete and corresponding FAA repair station certificate issued, C&S Propeller’s large propeller system maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) business is operating at peak capacity.

New AL250 Flight Simulator Designed For Colleges And Flight Schools

Configurable To Represent Single- And Multi-Engine Aircraft Types

Alsim Flight Training Solutions has introduced its newest Flight Simulation Training Device designed to meet the training needs of aviation colleges, universities and flight schools.

New Burbank Terminal Approved By Voters

Nearly 70 Percent Vote In Favor Of The Measure

One of the items on the ballot in Burbank, CA Tuesday gave about 104,000 residents of the city the opportunity to voice their opinion on whether to build a new terminal at the Bob Hope Hollywood-Burbank Airport (KBUR). And when the polls closed, 69 percent had voted in favor of the measure

FAA Issues SAIB For Some BendixKing Navigation Systems

May Cause Unanticipated Pitch Changes

The FAA has released a Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) for BendixKing Navigator KSN 765/770 displays having part numbers 066-01204-0101, 066-01204-1101, 066-01213-0101, and 066-01213-1101 with Software Version 1.0.3, approved under Approved Model List Supplemental Type Certificate SA11174SC.

Flying The Fantastic Four

A Quartet Of Galileo Satellites Is Set For Launch On A Single Rocket

Later this month, a single Ariane 5 rocket is set to propel four Galileo satellites into orbit for the navigation constellation’s first-ever quadruple launch. Mission controllers are training intensively for the complex space delivery.

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Australian Man Faces Fines For Drone Flight

Tried To Get Lunch Using His Aircraft

An Australian man is facing a hefty fine after flying his drone to a hardware store with a request for lunch.

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European Parliament Moves Forward With Drone Regulations

Transport Committee MEPs Back Draft EU Rules

Plans to update EU civil aviation safety rules to address emerging risks were amended and approved by Transport and Tourism Committee MEPs on Thursday. The updated EU regulation will also introduce the EU-level requirements for drones, to ensure safety and privacy.

Erickson Incorporated Files Chapter 11

Normal Operations Expected To Continue Without Interruption

Erickson Incorporated and certain of its subsidiaries have filed voluntary petitions for relief under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Texas, Dallas Division.

Marine Corps Hornets Collide Off San Diego

One Pilot Lands Safely, One Ejects And Also Survives

Two Marine Corps F/A-18s collided Wednesday off the coast of San Diego, but fortunately, both pilots survived the accident.

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AeroSports Update: The Stabilized Approach

The FAAST Safety Team Has Issued A Safety Briefing Regarding The Importance Of A Stabilized Approach

AeroSports Update has covered the stabilized approach subject a couple of times in the past, but it’s something that is so important it’s worth reviewing a recent Safety Briefing published by the FAA. While the term ‘stabilized approach’ sounds like something that’s hard to nail down for every approach, that’s simply not the case.

Aurora's Centaur Locates Great White Sharks Off Nantucket Coast

Equipped With A FLIR Infrared Sensor, The OPA Helped Track Sharks For OCEARCH's Latest Expedition

Aurora recently partnered with OCEARCH, a marine conservation organization, to provide aerial support locating and tracking great white sharks off the coast of Nantucket, Massachusetts. The Centaur optionally piloted DA-42 aircraft (OPA) flew above the expedition area in a predetermined flight pattern to help scientists aboard the OCEARCH ship target, identify and track the location of the sharks in real time.

Klyde Morris 11.11.16

Looks Like Tawdry Airways Got An Offer They Couldn't Refuse

FMI: www.klydemorris.com

Airborne 11.10.16: 1st Flt: Global 7000, Disney UAV Waiver, Deland SportAv Expo

Also: Jabiru LSA Trainer, EAA, Emirates Fleet, GKN Aerospace, Flt School Closure, FAA Grants, Airbus On China

The maiden flight of the first Bombardier's Global 7000 was completed late last week. The initial flight of the first flight test vehicle marked the start of an aggressive flight test campaign which, if all goes according to plan, should see the aircraft enter into service in the second half of 2018. Dedicated to testing basic system functionality and assessing the handling and flying qualities of the aircraft, the flight lasted approximately two and one half hours, during which

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (11.11.16)

“Unfortunately, Erickson is not immune to the numerous business challenges currently facing the helicopter industry which have placed downward pressure on operating results and asset values." Source: Erickson Helicopters President and CEO Jeff Roberts.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (11.11.16): Visual Descent Point

A defined point on the final approach course of a non-precision straight-in approach procedure from which normal descent from the MDA to the runway touchdown point may be commenced.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (11.11.16)

American Helicopter Museum and Education Center

The American Helicopter Museum and Education Center is the nation's premier aviation museum devoted exclusively to helicopters. We collect, restore and display historic aircraft and chronicle the origin and development of rotary wing aircraft.

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