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May 16, 2018

Airborne 05.16.18: OSHStar! Pipistrel, iFlightPlanner, ASTM Ice Detection

Also: BRS Parachute Rescue, Joe Nall Canceled, Mars Helicopter, Top Teen Rocket Scientists

A growing presence at each year’s AirVenture Fly-Ins has been the availability of a number of electrically powered aircraft. While most are concept aircraft hoping for eventual production, one, the Pipistrel Alpha Electro, is already in production and for sale. So, for this week’s “OSHStar” Feature, we have to admit serious anticipation in regards to what’s next for the composite electric two place training bird. The capabilities of the Alpha Electro 2-seat electric trainer were tailo

Airborne 05.16.18: OSHStar! Pipistrel, iFlightPlanner, ASTM Ice Detection

Also: BRS Parachute Rescue, Joe Nall Canceled, Mars Helicopter, Top Teen Rocket Scientists

A growing presence at each year’s AirVenture Fly-Ins has been the availability of a number of electrically powered aircraft. While most are concept aircraft hoping for eventual production, one, the Pipistrel Alpha Electro, is already in production and for sale. So, for this week’s “OSHStar” Feature, we have to admit serious anticipation in regards to what’s next for the composite electric two place training bird. The capabilities of the Alpha Electro 2-seat electric trainer were tailored to meet the needs of today’s flight schools. The bird boasts short take-off distances, a powerful 1000+ fpm climb, and an current endurance of one hour -- plus reserve.

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BRS Aerospace Addressing Urban eVTOL Parachute Recovery System

Developing Technology To Work With Uber Elevate Aircraft

BRS Aerospace is developing vehicle recovery systems technology that will allow electric-powered vertical takeoff and landing aircraft to reach safety levels equivalent to standards established in the automotive industry.

UAE, U.S. Conclude Civil Aviation Discussions

Travelers And Airlines To Continue To Benefit From Open Skies, All Rights Maintained

The UAE General Civil Aviation Authority has welcomed an announcement on civil aviation in Washington that strongly reaffirmed and maintained all the provisions of the 2002 bilateral Air Transport Agreement between the United Arab Emirates and the United States. The understanding confirmed at a meeting between the Foreign Ministers of both countries reinforced the principles of Open Skies that advance competition and allow airlines to freely add or adjust services to best serve travelers.

ParaZero Selected As UAS Safety Provider For Multiple UASIPP Teams

Data Collected Will 'Open The Skies For The UAS Industry', Company Says

ParaZero will be a member of multiple selected UASIPP teams working on the safe integration of Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) operations into the National Airspace System (NAS).

RL10 Engine To Power ULA’s New Vulcan Centaur Upper Stage

Part Of Long-Term Agreement Between The ULA And Aerojet Rocketdyne

United Launch Alliance (ULA) has selected Aerojet Rocketdyne’s RL10 rocket engine to power the upper stage that will fly atop ULA’s new Vulcan Centaur launch vehicle. The selection came as part of a long-term agreement between the two companies that calls for Aerojet Rocketdyne to provide RL10 upper-stage rocket engines to support ULA’s current and future launch vehicles.

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Copernicus Sentinel-3B Delivers First Images

Photos Show Sunset Over Antarctica, Sea Ice In The Arctic, Northern Europe

Less than two weeks after it was launched, the Copernicus Sentinel-3B satellite has delivered its first images of Earth. Exceeding expectations, this first set of images include the sunset over Antarctica, sea ice in the Arctic and a view of northern Europe.

NBAA Congratulates Board Member, Endeavor Award Recipient Bill Ayer

Recognized For Volunteer Contributions In Aviation

The NBAA applauds Board member William S. "Bill" Ayer, who was recognized for his volunteer contributions in aviation, with Angel Flight West’s Endeavor Award on May 12, at the organization’s fifth annual Endeavor Award ceremony at the California Science Center.

Drone Assists Stafford, VA Sheriff’s Office Apprehend Domestic Violence Suspect

Aircraft Tracked Suspect When He Fled The Scene On Foot

Stafford, VA. Deputies with the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office arrested a suspect on Friday after he severely assaulted his wife, prevented her from calling 911, and then fled the scene on foot.

Poland Plans Massive Airport Near Warsaw

Proposal Is Not Universally Supported In The Country's Parliament

Lawmakers in Poland have passed controversial legislation to build a new airport near Warsaw that would be one of the largest in Europe.

Air Force And NSF Announce Partnership In Science And Engineering Research

Letter Of Intent Focuses On Four Areas Of Common Interest

Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson and National Science Foundation Director France Córdova signed a letter of intent May 9, 2018, creating a new partnership for collaboration on scientific and engineering research to bolster national security.

Weather Forces Cancellation Of Joe Nall At Triple Tree Aerodrome

Owners Ask For Registration Fees To Be Donated To Help Offset Losses

After more than three decades of spectacular weather during the world-famous Joe Nall RC event, the forecast for the remainder of the week has forced the board to make the decision to cancel the event and have everyone off the beautiful Triple Tree grounds not later than noon, Tuesday, May 15.

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Aero-TV: Textron's X5-55 - Thrust Vectoring Offers Intriguing Control Modes

Textron Unveils X5-55 Experimental Platform At AUVSI

Textron Systems unveiled its new X5-55 engineering test bed at AUVSI earlier this month. Textron’s senior vice president and general manager for unmanned systems, Bill Irby, told ANN at the show that the X5-55 aircraft is a blended-wing design that is powered by four independently-controlled rotors. There are no traditional control surfaces on the aircraft, giving it better maneuverability and greater resilience in windy conditions.

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Aero-TV: Textron's X5-55 - Thrust Vectoring Offers Intriguing Control Modes

Textron Unveils X5-55 Experimental Platform At AUVSI

Textron Systems unveiled its new X5-55 engineering test bed at AUVSI earlier this month. Textron’s senior vice president and general manager for unmanned systems, Bill Irby, told ANN at the show that the X5-55 aircraft is a blended-wing design that is powered by four independently-controlled rotors. There are no traditional control surfaces on the aircraft, giving it better maneuverability and greater resilience in windy conditions.

FAA & EASA To Host Annual Safety Conference

Annual Event To Be Held At The Mayflower Hotel In Washington, D.C.

The FAA and EASA will co-host the 17th Annual FAA-EASA International Safety Conference on June 19-21, 2018 at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. The three-day gathering will feature more than 15 plenaries, panels and technical sessions on a broad range of international aviation safety topics such as best practices for reducing accident risk through improved technology, safety data and analysis, testing, training and certification.

Senator Urges DHS To Develop Counter-UAS Technology

Says Drones Are 'Invaluable' In Border Security Efforts, But Can Also Present Challenges

At a hearing of the Senate Appropriations Committee on Homeland Security this week, Senator John Hoeven (R-ND) urged Kirstjen Nielsen, Secretary for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), to advance efforts to protect against the potential misuse of unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Hoeven also outlined the importance of DHS building partnerships with other organizations to train its UAS pilots and ensure it has adequate personnel for Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) fleet of unmanned aircraft, similar to CBP’s Pathways Program at the University of North Dakota.

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Academy Of Model Aeronautics Searching For Executive Director

Applications Being Accepted Through July 25

The Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) is now accepting resumes for the position of executive director. The executive director will lead the drive to increase visibility of AMA, improve member awareness, and grow the brand of the world's largest model aviation organization.

ICAO Explores New Approaches To Counter Cyber Threats To Civil Aviation

Unites European, Middle East And African Countries In The Effort

ICAO Secretary General Dr. Fang Liu addressed government and industry safety experts in Bucharest earlier last week when she helped to launch the UN aviation agency’s Europe, Middle East and Africa Cybersecurity in Civil Aviation Summit.

IAC Opens 2017 Non-Flying Award Nominations

Organization Honors Those Who Work To Make Air Shows Possible

He put in many volunteer hours behinds the scenes, she made herself available by traveling long distances, he has a great understanding of the technical aspects of judging, she gives countless hours of her personal time for the betterment of IAC, his products and services have been a tremendous benefit to aerobatics, and he has coached and mentored pilots at contests and on practice days.

Airbus CFO Harald Wilhelm To Leave With CEO In 2019

Has Been With Airbus And Predecessor Companies For 27 Years

Harald Wilhelm (52), Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Airbus, has decided to leave the Company in 2019 in agreement with the Board of Directors.

NTSB: Pilot At Fault In 2016 Accident In MN

Board Finds The Pilot Flew Too Low Before Impacting Power Lines And The Mississippi River

The NTSB has released its probable cause report from an accident which occurred October 13 last year that resulted in the fatal injury of the Cessna 172 pilot and his wife, who was a passenger in the airplane.

Airborne 05.14.18: GA Sales Report, Oshkosh Update, Helio Courier

Also: Robinson Safety Alert, Latitude DL150, F-16 Life Extension, Aviation Tech Shortage

GAMA has published the first quarter 2018 aircraft shipment report. The overall delivery of airplanes and rotorcraft rose compared to the same quarter of 2017, but with some mixed performance within the types. “We are pleased to see the industry is, overall, trending positively,” said GAMA president and CEO Pete Bunce (pictured). “Training needs are driving the demands in the rotorcraft segment, while a stabilizing used market, overall global economic growth and aviation innovation are driving the

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Aero-News: Quote of the Day (05.16.18)

“UAS has proven invaluable in strengthening our border security efforts, especially in regions like North Dakota where we are responsible for 900 miles of border. However, with the development and adoption of this technology, we are facing new challenges.” Source: Sen. John Hoeven, calling on the development of counter UAS technology for use by DHS.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (05.16.18): Relative Bearing Indicator (RBI)

Also known as the fixed-card ADF, zero is always indicated at the top of the instrument and the needle indicates the relative bearing to the station.

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (05.16.18)

Women remain small percentage of commercial and military aviation despite gains

The actions of Southwest Captain Tammie Jo Shults have put a spotlight on women in aviation, particularly in the cockpit.

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