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June 29, 2016

Airborne 06.29.16: SWA Delays Max, McConnell OKs B29-Doc, AAL Trashes Cameras

Also: Flytenow V Supreme Ct, Electric eSpyder, F-35 Adir, IL AirShow, NJ AvTax, FAI Young Artist, Unregistered Airplane

To survive in the airline business it is sometimes necessary to be flexible and, according to a report in the Seattle Times, such is the case with Southwest Airlines. Southwest revealed to its investors that they have delayed the delivery of 67 Boeing 737 MAX airplanes, while they plan to accelerate the delivery of six 737-800s to 2017 rather than 2018. Delivery of the 737 MAX airplanes may be delayed by as long as six years, according to the report. That would push abo

Airborne 06.29.16: SWA Delays Max, McConnell OKs B29-Doc, AAL Trashes Cameras

Also: Flytenow V Supreme Ct, Electric eSpyder, F-35 Adir, IL AirShow, NJ AvTax, FAI Young Artist, Unregistered Airplane

To survive in the airline business it is sometimes necessary to be flexible and, according to a report in the Seattle Times, such is the case with Southwest Airlines. Southwest revealed to its investors that they have delayed the delivery of 67 Boeing 737 MAX airplanes, while they plan to accelerate the delivery of six 737-800s to 2017 rather than 2018. Delivery of the 737 MAX airplanes may be delayed by as long as six years, according to the report. That would push about $1.9 billion of Boeing's bottom line into the 2020s. It won’t be long before the World War Two Boeing B-29 named, ‘Doc,’ will join the CAF B-29, ‘FIFI,’ to become

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Orbital ATK, NASA Complete Ground Test Of World’s Largest Solid Rocket Motor

Second Qualification Motor for NASA’s Space Launch System Moves Space Agency Closer to Deep Space Exploration

Orbital ATK, in partnership with NASA, has successfully completed the second of two booster qualification motor tests (QM-2) for NASA’s Space Launch System (SLS). Preliminary data indicate the motor performed well and provided the necessary data toward meeting test objectives.

Property Drone Consortium Announces UAS Research Initiative With RIT

Will Assess The Usefulness Of Various Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) And A Variety Of Sensors For Up Close Property Inspection

The Property Drone Consortium (PDC), a collaboration that consists of insurance carriers, roofing industry leaders and supporting enterprises, has announced a new research initiative with Rochester Institute of Technology, a renowned world leader in imaging science.

Blue Origin Breaks Ground On Florida Rocket Manufacturing Facility

Completion Expected In 2017

Commercial space company Blue Origin has broken ground on a rocket manufacturing facility on Merritt Island near Cape Canaveral, FL.

Schumer Calls For More Ramp Checks In New York

Says There Has Been As 'Series Of Small Plane Crashes' And Wants More Oversight

U.S. Senator Charles Schumer (D-NY) wants new york pilots to undergo more ramp checks. During a media event in Farmingdale, NY Monday, Schumer called on the FAA to step up ramp checks of small airplanes, which he says might prevent accidents.

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NTSB Says Pilot Error Is Probable Cause Of 2014 RV-7 Accident

Two Fatally Injured During Filming Of A Movie In Central Florida

The NTSB has issued a probable cause report from an accident which occurred April 6, 2014, in which two people aboard an RV-7 were fatally injured.

Gulfstream Launches G500 And G600 Cabin Showcase

G600 Full-Scale Cabin And Flight Deck Travel Throughout U.S.

A full-scale cabin of the Gulfstream G600 is travelling around the United States this summer to give customers an opportunity to step on board and experience firsthand the G500 and G600.

FAA: Good Engine Maintenance Practices A Critical Safety Measure

Agency Says Pilots Should Work With Mechanics And Be Actively Involved In The Process

The FAA and general aviation (GA) groups’ #FlySafe national safety campaign aims to educate the GA community on best practices in calculating and predicting aircraft performance, and in operating within established aircraft limitations.

Air Force Bids Farewell To Welsh

AFCOS Retires After 40 Years Of Service

Stealing a moment of silence, looking into the eyes of his wife, he takes a deep breath and prepares for what’s to come.

Ducted Fan Personal Aircraft Prototype In Development

Airvinci Nearing Flight Testing A Prototype

A personal aircraft based on ducted fan technology is reportedly in development by Airvinci, which hopes to flight test a prototype heavy drone version of the aircraft this summer.

Cessna Pilot Center iPad App Lets Pilots Download And Complete Lessons Online

Companion App Means Students Are Not Tied To Their Laptops For Courses

Cessna Pilot Centers’ use of the latest technology gives pilots convenient access to their online courses on an iPad even when they are offline. The CPC Companion app, a free download from the Apple App Store, allows pilots to download lessons from their courses to their iPad.

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Aero-TV: RIMOWA'S F13 Junkers - The Legend Grows New Wings

Rebuilding “The World’s First Airliner”…

The RIMOWA Luggage slogan for their line of high-end luggage products is, “The Luggage with the Grooves.” At EAA AirVenture 2015, our ANN crew met up with Stefan Bitterle, a public relations spokesman for the aviation operation within their company, to learn about their very special airplane. RIMOWA has created the first ever airworthy replica of a Junkers F13 airplane that could be called, “the airplane with the grooves.”

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Aero-TV: RIMOWA'S F13 Junkers - The Legend Grows New Wings

Rebuilding “The World’s First Airliner”…

The RIMOWA Luggage slogan for their line of high-end luggage products is, “The Luggage with the Grooves.” At EAA AirVenture 2015, our ANN crew met up with Stefan Bitterle, a public relations spokesman for the aviation operation within their company, to learn about their very special airplane. RIMOWA has created the first ever airworthy replica of a Junkers F13 airplane that could be called, “the airplane with the grooves.” Bitterle provides us with a detailed background of the Junkers F13 and of the re-creation of this aircraft by RIMOWA. T

Air Canada And Bombardier Finalize Landmark C Series Order

Agreement Includes Firm Order For 45 CS300, Options For An Additional 30

Bombardier Commercial Aircraft and Air Canada have finalized a firm purchase agreement consistent with the Letter of Intent (LOI) announced in February 2016. The purchase agreement includes a firm order for 45 CS300 aircraft and options for an additional 30 CS300 aircraft.

NetJets First Latitude Is Cessna's 7,000th Citation Delivery

Fractional Company Adds 50 More Options To Its 2012 Order

Cessna has delivered the first fractional Cessna Citation Latitude midsize business jet to NetJets. The delivery represents significant milestones for both NetJets and the Citation product line. This aircraft represents the 7,000th Citation delivered worldwide.

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EASA Certifies Falcon 8X

FAA Expected To Follow Suit In Coming Weeks

EASA has certified Dassault Aviation’s new flagship, the 6,450 nm Falcon 8X, preparing the way for service introduction of the big new trijet.

Airbus Group Opens 'Wings Campus' In Toulouse

Will Be Home To 1,500 Employees Adjacent To Airport In Toulouse-Blagnac, France

Airbus Group has inaugurated its new headquarters facilities, called “Wings Campus”, adjacent to the airport in Toulouse-Blagnac, France.

AeroSports Update: National Events Can Affect Recreational Flyers

Temporary Flight Restrictions Can Catch You By Surprise If You Don’t Pay Attention

Recreational flyers like to keep it simple and fun. This means we tend to fly in good weather and in familiar areas. Sometimes a weather briefing is as simple as using a computer, checking ahead by calling AWOS on the phone, or simply watching television, but are you sure you’re up to date on temporary flight restrictions (TFR’s)?

Port Columbus Airport Renamed For John Glenn

First American To Orbit The Earth Will Soon Turn 95 Years Old

In a ceremony held Tuesday, Port Columbus Airport was renamed John Glenn Columbus International Airport in honor of the first American to orbit the Earth.

President Of Virgin Galactic To Lead The Aerospace Corporation

Will Assume The New Post October 1

Steve Isakowitz, president of Virgin Galactic, has been elected president of The Aerospace Corporation effective Aug. 1. He will assume the position of Aerospace president and CEO upon the retirement of Dr. Wanda Austin on Oct. 1.

Airborne 06.28.16: Snowbirds At OSH16!, Tamarack EASA Cert, Final T-6B

Also: Red Arrows Cut, Aero-Calendar, FAA v Amazon, Miracle Flights, Accident Investigation, Giant Planets, Real Estate Drones

The Canadian Forces Snowbirds put on one heck of a show, and to do this at EAA AirVenture 2016 they need a good chunk of airspace. The Snowbirds will perform on the last three days of EAA AirVenture, and on those days, the flightline airshow viewing area will be modified to allow the increased separation from activities on the ground. During the performance, AirVenture attendees will be restricted from accessing certain areas of parked aircraft. These areas must a

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Aero-News: Quote Of The Day (06.29.16)

"It’s exciting to see the bulldozers in action--we’re clearing the way for the production of a reusable fleet of orbital vehicles that we will launch and land, again and again." Source: Email from Jeff Bezos.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (06.29.16): Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR)

A TFR is a regulatory action issued by the FAA via the U.S. NOTAM System, under the authority of United States Code, Title 49.

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (06.29.16)

FAA Aircraft Certification Registration Inquiry

The Aircraft Registration Inquiry database provides aircraft registration information through fourteen different queries.

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