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June 21, 2016

Airborne 06.21.16: Solar Impulse 2, RAF Aerobatics Canceled, O&N Aircraft Closes

Also: Aero-Calendar, Pilot Weather, TSA, Gulfstream G500, Sikorsky S-92, Delta Private Jets/Gogo

The Solar Impulse 2 took off early Monday morning from Kennedy Airport in New York to attempt the crossing of the Atlantic Ocean in its continuing mission to prove that an efficient energy future is possible. The solar powered airplane of Bertrand Piccard and André Borschberg, capable of flying day and night with no fossil fuel, is expected to land at the Seville Airport in Spain on June 23. The flight, that should take four days and four nights non-stop, depending on weather condition

Airborne 06.21.16: Solar Impulse 2, RAF Aerobatics Canceled, O&N Aircraft Closes

Also: Aero-Calendar, Pilot Weather, TSA, Gulfstream G500, Sikorsky S-92, Delta Private Jets/Gogo

The Solar Impulse 2 took off early Monday morning from Kennedy Airport in New York to attempt the crossing of the Atlantic Ocean in its continuing mission to prove that an efficient energy future is possible. The solar powered airplane of Bertrand Piccard and André Borschberg, capable of flying day and night with no fossil fuel, is expected to land at the Seville Airport in Spain on June 23. The flight, that should take four days and four nights non-stop, depending on weather conditions, is one of the most challenging legs of the Round-The-World Solar Flight. The Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, the Red Arrows, will be flying at the Farnborough International Airshow and e

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FAA Finalizes Rules For Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems

New Part 107 Rules Take Effect In Late August, Will Not Apply To Model Aircraft

The FAA has finalized the first operational rules for routine commercial use of small unmanned aircraft systems (UAS or “drones”), opening pathways towards fully integrating UAS into the nation’s airspace. These new regulations work to harness new innovations safely, to spur job growth, advance critical scientific research and save lives.

Blue Angels Cancel Florida Air Show Performance

Vero Beach Air Show Appearance Scratched From Schedule

U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, has announced the cancellation of their upcoming performance at the Vero Beach Air Show.

C Series Aircraft Customer Response Center Opened

Will Also Support Regional Jets, Q400 Turboprops

Bombardier Commercial Aircraft has opened the C Series aircraft's new state-of-the-art Customer Response Center (CRC) in Mirabel, Québec. The CRC - which is already supporting C Series customers - will provide 24/7/365 access to technical services, engineering expertise and global material services.

Aviation Takes a Solar Leap At New York's JFK Airport

Luminati Aerospace Solar, Electric, And Wind-Powered Aircraft Lands At JFK

Solar Impulse 2 was not the only solar-powered aircraft at New York's JFK Airport this weekend. For the first time ever, a locally-built, ground-breaking solar, electric and wind-powered aircraft successfully landed at New York’s John F. Kennedy Airport after a 200-mile flight.

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Sikorsky And Turkish Industry Launch Program To Build T70 Helicopters

Approved Export Licenses Enable Production Start Of Turkish Utility Helicopter Program

Sikorsky, the Government of the Republic of Turkey and members of the Turkish aerospace industry have activated contractual agreements under the Turkish Utility Helicopter Program (TUHP) to produce the T70 utility helicopter based on Sikorsky's successful multi-role Black Hawk utility aircraft.

Donations Sought For Pilot Of Experimental Aircraft Injured During Taxi Test

Aircraft Inadvertently Became Airborne, Went Down On Interstate Highway In Maryland

Family and friends of a pilot who was badly injured in an accident earlier this month are seeking donations through GoFundMe to help offset her substantial medical bills.

Rayani Air Permanently Grounded By Malaysia

Had Been The Country's First Sharia-Compliant Airline

The government of Malaysia has permanently grounded Rayani Air, the country's first sharia-compliant airline after only a few months of operation.

Bezos: Government Should Sponsor 'Very Large Prize' To Spur Space Technology

Says 'Horse Race' Would Create A Lot Of Attention For Space Exploration

There should be a major financial incentive for a modern-day space race, and the government should foot the bill, according to Amazon and Blue Origin founder Jeff Bezos.

New Agreement For Leonardo-Finmeccanica’s Helicopters In Russia

RN-Aircraft Plans To Acquire Additional Twenty AgustaWestland AW189 Aircraft

An agreement has been signed between Leonardo-Finmeccanica, Rostec and Rosneft for the future sale of additional twenty AgustaWestland AW189 commercial helicopters to RN-Aircraft, a subsidiary of the oil company Rosneft. The new helicopters will be used for transportation purposes.

Lockheed Martin Continues To Support Advancement Of Women In Aviation

Flight Services Program Sponsors 2016 Air Race Classic

Lockheed Martin's Information Systems & Global Solutions' Flight Services Program is a major sponsor of the 40th Air Race Classic (ARC), the annual all-woman cross-country airplane race taking off on Tuesday, June 21, 2016. The mission of the race, a four-day, 2,700-mile event featuring 130 women pilots, is to encourage and educate current and future female pilots, increase public awareness of general aviation and demonstrate women's roles in aviation.

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NASA Makes Grants For University Research And Development Programs

Awarding About $8 Million To 11 Schools Nationwide

NASA is awarding approximately $8 million to 11 schools across the country for research and technology development projects in areas critical to the agency’s mission.

Congress Calls For Faster Replacement Of Hueys At Nuke Bases

Vietnam-Era Aircraft Still Deployed At Minot, Malmstrom And Warren AF Bases

The House version of the fiscal year 2017 defense appropriations bill contains $80 million for the replacement of Vietnam-era UH-1N Huey helicopters still on active duty at three nuclear bases in the U.S.

Aviation Expo Dates Moved

Organizers Cite Other Events, Lack Of Hotel Rooms

The Aviation Expo has shifted its dates by a week so that more hotel rooms will be available in Palm Springs. And, the event has been moved from the Convention Center to a hangar at Palm Springs International Airport -- a decision that is raising questions in light of the comfort factor inherent on the warmer days known to come to the PSP area.

Aero-TV: Comfortable Kit Building - CubCrafters EX-2 Discovery Kit

Think You Might Be Interested In Building An Airplane?…

Anyone who is even slightly interested in building their own airplane is aware that thousands of homebuilt airplanes have been built by people who were not experts in airplane building or things mechanical. Even though it is well proven it can be done, it might still be hard to take the first step to start an airplane project. Now, CubCrafters has come out with a way to get you started.

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Aero-TV: Comfortable Kit Building - CubCrafters EX-2 Discovery Kit

Think You Might Be Interested In Building An Airplane?…

Anyone who is even slightly interested in building their own airplane is aware that thousands of homebuilt airplanes have been built by people who were not experts in airplane building or things mechanical. Even though it is well proven it can be done, it might still be hard to take the first step to start an airplane project. Now, CubCrafters has come out with a way to get you started.

Viking Air Limited Acquires Worldwide CL-415 Waterbomber Program From Bombardier

Continues Canadian Heritage Of An Iconic Canadian-Designed Aircraft

Viking Air Limited, manufacturer of the Twin Otter, has acquired the worldwide amphibious aircraft program from Bombardier. The amphibious aircraft program includes the Bombardier CL-415 waterbomber and its variants, as well as the earlier CL-215 and CL-215T versions.

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NASA Hybrid Electric Research Plane Gets X Number, New Name

X-58 'Maxwell' Will Test New Propulsion Technologies

With 14 electric motors turning propellers and all of them integrated into a uniquely-designed wing, NASA will test new propulsion technology using an experimental airplane now designated the X-57 and nicknamed “Maxwell.”

Women Pilots Take To The Skies In 40th Annual Air Race Classic

Fifty-Five Teams To Depart Prescott, AZ, June 21 For Four-Day Cross-Country Race

More than 100 women pilots will take off on the adventure of a lifetime when the flag drops to mark the start of the 40th annual Air Race Classic (ARC), the oldest airplane race of its kind in the United States.

Blue Origin Failed Parachute Test Successful

Fourth Time The New Shepard Spacecraft Has Been Launched, Recovered

Blue Origin on Sunday successfully launched and landed the New Shepard booster for the fourth time, and showed that the crew capsule could be safely recovered with only two of its three parachutes functioning.

AeroSports Update: More After-Hours Flying At AirVenture 2016

For Campers And Others Who Like To Stay Late At AirVenture, There’ll Be Lots To See

This year at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2016 EAA is packing even more fun into the week’s schedule with additional evening flying events. While long-time attendees are familiar with the Wednesday and Saturday night air shows, this year AirVenture-goers will be able to enjoy evening demonstrations throughout the week.

U.S. Senator Peters, Industry Leaders Recognize How GA Is Lifting Michigan

Jobs Rally Held At Duncan Aviation In Battle Creek

U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D-MI) joined the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) and industry leaders Friday at a rally celebrating general aviation’s significant economic impact in Michigan. Leaders from Avfuel Corporation, Duncan Aviation, L-3 Communications, and Williams International made remarks at the rally, held at Duncan Aviation’s Battle Creek facility. The event was GAMA’s 15th rally celebrating general aviation’s economic contributions in the United States since 2009.

Iran Says It Has Reached A Deal With Boeing For 100 Aircraft

Country Reportedly Needs To Replace Nearly Its Entire Fleet Of Commercial Airliners

The Islamic Republic of Iran says it has reached a deal with Boeing for 100 airliners as part of a nation-wide fleet replacement program.

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Airborne 06.20.16: Piper M600 Cert, EgyptAir Flight 804, Blue Origin's 4th!

Also: 800 Pipistrels!, Inverted Flat Spins, Bombardier CS100, Blue Angels, Aermacchi M-346, L-3 Lynx NGT-9000, FAA Protects Walruses?

Piper Aircraft’s new flagship, the M 600, has received FAA certification. The announcement was made from the company’s headquarters in Vero Beach, Florida. Piper Aircraft President and CEO, Simon Caldecott said in part, "With unique and innovative safety features for the single engine turboprop segment, the competitiveness of the M600 is further enhanced by the aircraft's performance and industry leading operating and acquisition costs." Both t

Aero-News: Quote Of The Day (06.21.16)

“This acquisition expands Viking’s capabilities in product support and parts into another vital niche aviation segment, and ensures that a unique and important Canadian innovation stays in Canada." Source: David Curtis, President and Chief Executive Officer of Viking.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (06.21.16): IF/IAWP

IF/IAWP Intermediate Fix/Initial Approach Waypoint. The waypoint where the final approach course of a T approach meets the crossbar of the T.

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (06.21.16)

NASA Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate

Aeronautics research at NASA is organized under the Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate, or ARMD.

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