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January 18, 2018

AMA Drone Report 01.18.18: 1 Million Drone Reg's, Autel EVO, FAA Sued

Also: New DJI Mavic?, SureFly Not Yet, Drones Tracking Illegal Dumping, 'Illicit' Drone Video

The FAA has registered a million drones, the DOT announced last week at CES in Las Vegas, with the vast majority of them being used for recreational purposes. Speaking at CES 2018, SecTrans Elaine Chao said the 1,000,000 total registration figure includes 878,000 hobbyists, who receive one identification number for all the drones they own, and 122,000 commercial, public and other drones, which are individually registered. In addition to being required by law, the registration process helps educate drone operato

AMA Drone Report 01.18.18: 1 Million Drone Reg's, Autel EVO, FAA Sued Again

Also: New DJI Mavic?, SureFly Not Yet, Drones Tracking Illegal Dumping, 'Illicit' Drone Video

The FAA has registered a million drones, the DOT announced last week at CES in Las Vegas, with the vast majority of them being used for recreational purposes. Speaking at CES 2018, SecTrans Elaine Chao said the 1,000,000 total registration figure includes 878,000 hobbyists, who receive one identification number for all the drones they own, and 122,000 commercial, public and other drones, which are individually registered. In addition to being required by law, the registration process helps educate drone operators who are new to aviation by having them agree to the FAA’s operating rules and increases airspace security by identifying drones with their owner. Autel Robotics USA has a

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Aerojet Rocketdyne RS-25 Test Advances Exploration Efforts

Engine Ran For 365 Seconds At Stennis Space Center In Mississippi

NASA and Aerojet Rocketdyne have hot-fired an RS-25 engine in a test that marked another milestone toward the first crewed flight of the agency’s Space Launch System (SLS) while laying groundwork for future production of the heavy-lift launch vehicle’s main propulsion system.

FAA Hit With Class Action Lawsuit Over Drone Registration

Alleges That The FAA Violated Several Laws With Drone Registration Database

The FAA has been hit with another lawsuit over its drone registration database, and this time the agency is facing nearly $840 million in penalties, should the plaintiffs be successful.

Deadline Approaching For The Tuskegee Airmen Essay Contest

Essays Must Be Received By February 28

The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Red Tail Squadron, America’s tribute to the Tuskegee Airmen, is the proud sponsor of an annual Tuskegee Airmen Essay Contest for students in grades 4 through 12. Entries can be submitted at any time at redtail.org/tuskegee-airmen-essay-contest, with winners awarded in three grade categories after the conclusion of Black History Month each February.

FAA Approves Ravn Alaska's Safety Management System

Meets Standards Set By Much Larger Carriers

The FAA has approved the Safety Management System (SMS) developed by Ravn Air Group, Alaska's largest regional airline.

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Bombardier And Conair Announce Purchase Agreement For Six Q400 Aircraft

Will Be Converted Into Q400 Multirole Airtankers

Conair Group has purchased six Q400 aircraft to be modified to incorporate an enhanced version of Conair's proprietary Retardant Delivery System. In the Q400 Multirole configuration, the retardant tank can be removed and reinstalled in the field in a few hours. This enables the aircraft to efficiently perform additional roles in emergency response, passenger and cargo transport, medivac, and coastal patrol without compromising its exceptional firefighting capabilities.

SES-15 Enters Commercial Service To Serve The Americas

On Orbit After Successfully Completing Testing

The new SES-15 spacecraft has been operational at the 129 degrees West orbital position since January 1. As planned, the all-electric satellite took six months to reach its orbital position and to successfully complete its testing.

United Airlines Names Michael Leskinen Head Of Investor Relations

Brings 16 Years Of Experience To The Position

United Airlines has named Michael Leskinen as managing director of investor relations. He replaces Julie Stewart, who was recently promoted to chief of staff to United Airlines CEO Oscar Munoz. In this role, Leskinen will lead the company's engagement within the financial community reporting to Andrew Levy, Chief Financial Officer of United Airlines.

CAE Acquires Substantial Stake In Pelesys

Has Purchased 45 Percent Of The Shares Of The Aviation Training Solutions And Courseware Provider

CAE has purchased 45% of the shares of Pelesys, a provider of aviation training solutions and courseware. Through this partnership, CAE will strengthen its courseware offering and consolidate its cadet-to-captain training delivery across its global network.

Fifteenth A400M Delivered To Germany

Exhibits Versatility, Range And Payload Lift Demonstrated In Varied Missions

With 56 A400M multi-role military transporters delivered to date by Airbus – including last friday’s handover of the German Air Force’s 15th from 53 on order – the workhorse aircraft is receiving high marks for its payload carrying capability, operational versatility, flight range and the ability to operate from short airfields.

Israeli Air Force Names First Woman To Command Aviation Squadron

One Of Two Women Promoted To Senior Roles In The IAF

The Israeli Air Force has named a woman to command an aviation squadron for the first time. Identified only as Major Tet for security purposes, she will be the "first female pilot to have this position and to have this rank,” according to a statement from the IDF Spokesperson’s Unit.

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VistaJet Ideally Positioned To Grow In 2018

Flew Over 50,000 Passengers In One Year For The First Time

VistaJet reports that it had its strongest ever year in 2017, with flight hours up markedly year-on-year. It also made significant progress on its core strategic priorities, increasing market share across the globe, and recording double digit growth in flight hours in both the US and Asia. Also, following investment from funds affiliated with Rhône Capital, the company’s equity is valued well in excess of $2.5 billion, cementing VistaJet’s position as one of the top five European unicorns by funding.

Update: Typo Of The Year? Sport Av Expo Link Pointed To Marijuana Distributor

Stranger Than Fiction -- Folks, We Could Not Make This Up If We Tried…

News/Opinion/Analysis by Jim Campbell, ANN CEO/Editor-In-Chief Aero-News RealTime Update, 1257 ET, 01.18.18: You might call it the typo of the year... ANN was contacted by a city official from Sebring a few moments ago and while they did not contradict the story below, they did attempt to blame the hyperlink that led to a medical marijuana distributor on a typographical error on the website. Mind you, we called the Expo folks yesterday and explained what we were questioning, but we did not get a response and they have yet to follow up as promised. Still... as ridiculous as it was, this error and its explanation is

GAO: FAA Needs To Meet Insurance Requirements For Commercial Space Launches

Says Agency Should Update Its Methodology To Assess Risks

A study conducted by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) found that the FAA report evaluating its maximum probable loss (MPL) methodology for commercial space launches did not fully address the evaluation and consultation requirements specified by the U.S. Commercial Space Launch Competitiveness Act (CSLCA).

IATA: Demand Growth Strengthens In November

Airline Industry 'In A Good Place' As 2018 Begins

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global passenger traffic results for November 2017 showing continued robust demand. Total revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs) rose 8.0% compared to November 2016, the fastest growth rate in five months and up from a 7.3% year-over-year rise in October. Capacity (available seat kilometers or ASKs) increased by 6.3%, and load factor rose 1.2 percentage points to 80.2%.

AMA Drone Report 01.11.18: Hobbico Chapter 11, New Tello Drone, Karma Killed

Also: Huerta Steps Down, NJ Considering Drone DUI, UK Drone Collision Study, Team Futaba

In a bit of bad news we did not need, one of the hobby industry’s biggest players is filing for bankruptcy protection as it looks to refinance or sell the company. A major presence in the hobby drone market, Hobbico filed a petition for relief under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code while it ‘seeks an orderly finalization and implementation of its comprehensive restructuring plan.’ The petition was filed Wednesday with the United States Bankruptcy Court – Wilmington of

NTSB Releases Probable Cause Report From Bell 525 Test Flight Accident

Cites Collective Biomechanical Feedback As A Contributing Factor

The NTSB has released its probable cause report from an accident involving a Bell 525 on a test flight in July, 2016.

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U.S. Airline On-Time Performance Up, Cancellations Equal to Lowest Rate Ever

Also Show Improvements In Mishandled Baggage, Tarmac Delays

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has released its January 2018 Air Travel Consumer Report on air carrier data compiled for the month of November 2017. In November, the reporting carriers posted an on-time arrival rate of 88.3 percent, up from both the 86.5 percent on-time rate in November 2016 and the 84.8 percent mark in October 2017, and the second highest rate ever reported. The highest rate was 88.6 in November 2009.

FAA: Drop Zone Must Be Allowed At Casa Grande Airport In Arizona

Denial Of The Activity Violates Grant Assurances, Agency Says

Nearly four years after it was initially denied in 2014, the FAA has told the city of Casa Grande, AZ that it must allow the establishment of a drop zone at the Casa Grande Municipal Airport (KCGZ).

Dominican Republic Recognized For Leadership On Sustainable Aviation

Has Made Great Strides Towards Compliance With ICAO’s Standards And Recommended Practices

At a recent bilateral meeting with its Chancellor, Miguel Octavio Vargas Maldonado, the President of the ICAO Council, Dr. Olumuyiwa Benard Aliu, encouraged the Dominican Republic to pursue its strategic and exemplary focus on aviation as a lever for national socio-economic growth, and to enhance its contributions to global momentum on sustainable aviation development.

Cicer One Technologies And Avidrone Aerospace Partnering To Secure UAS Fleets

A New Strategic Partnership Ends The Risks Around Cloud-Based Data Capture Services

Data privacy solution provider Cicer One Technologies and drone manufacturer AVIDRONE Aerospace have announced a partnership to keep data private.

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (01.18.18)

"The airline industry is in a good place entering 2018. November's strong demand gives the industry momentum. In sum, we begin the New Year with confidence." Source: Alexandre de Juniac, IATA's Director General and CEO.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (01.18.18): Wind Correction Angle (WCA)

The angle between the desired track and the heading of the aircraft necessary to keep the aircraft tracking over the desired track.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (01.18.18)

FAA Laser Safety Initiative Aiming a laser at an aircraft is a serious safety risk and violates federal law. Many high-powered lasers can completely incapacitate pilots who are trying to fly safely to their destinations and may be carrying hundreds of passengers. Unfortunately, reported incidents of lasers aimed at aircraft are steadily increasing.

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