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September 06, 2016

Airborne 09.06.16: Balloon Retrenchment, Streamlined Certification, A-10 Pilots Grounded

Also: Aero-Calendar, Final Phantom, Lily Mess, Drone Advisory, Long March 4C Failure, Pilot Careers, GE CF6-80A

In the wake of a tragic balloon accident that occurred near Maxwell, Texas, which took 16 lives, the Balloon Federation of America has created what they’re calling the 2016 BFA/FAA Action Plan. This extensive plan addresses new numerous aspects of balloon operation. In a press release from the BFA, they say that in the last few years the BFA has, through its Professional Ride Operator’s Division, developed a suite of Best Practices designed to establish a common operational foundation for all major ride operators. GAMA issued a statement welcoming the publication of a collaboration strategy by authorities in the world’s four leading states of design t

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AF Opens Enlisted RPA Pilot Program To All AFSCs

Expands Eligibility Pool, Qualifying Test Dates Announced

Using a phased-application approach, Air Force senior leaders are casting a wider net to ensure more active-duty enlisted Airmen are eligible to apply for the service’s RQ-4 Global Hawk remotely piloted aircraft program, a Pentagon official said Aug. 29.

CAE Signs 5-Year Commercial Aviation Training Agreement With Air Seoul

Exclusive Deal Made With The New Low-Cost Carrier

CAE announced at the 2016 Asia Pacific Airline Training Symposium that it has signed an exclusive 5-year commercial aviation training contract with Air Seoul, supporting the new South Korean low-cost carrier's Airbus A320 training needs in the region. Pilots began training on August 1, 2016 at the CAE Korea Training Center.

Thai Airways International Becomes New Operator Of The A350 XWB

First Of 12 On Order From The Carrier

Thai Airways International (THAI) has become the eighth operator of the A350 XWB, following the delivery today of the first of 12 aircraft set to join the carrier’s fleet. The aircraft will be operated on lease from US-based CIT.

U.S., Canada Sign Deal For First RQ-21A Blackjack International Sale

Plans To Deliver One System To Canadian Army In 2017

The U.S. Department of Navy recently signed an agreement with the Canadian Department of National Defense for the first RQ-21A Blackjack Unmanned Air System (UAS) international sale.

Banyan Offers 2020 NextGen Mandate Seminar

To Be Held September 20th In Fort Lauderdale, FL

Banyan Air Service based at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport is looking forward to hosting its 2nd 2020 NextGen Mandates event on Tuesday, September 20th from 10am-4pm.

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JSSI Continues To Expand Helicopter Coverage

Adds New Engine Program For Sikorsky S-76D And Parts-Only For MD Explorer

Jet Support Services, Inc. (JSSI) has introduced engine coverage for the new Pratt & Whitney Canada PW210S that powers the Sikorsky S-72D. JSSI is also introducing Airframe Parts-Only coverage for the MD Explorer.

Esterline CMC Receives Transport Canada STC For CMA-6800 Display

Will Allow Installation Of The EFIS Upgrade On ATR Aircraft

Transport Canada has granted STC approval to Esterline CMC Electronics (CMC) for the Electronic Flight Instrument System (EFIS) upgrade on ATR 42/72 aircraft with its CMA-6800 Display Solution.

Calgary HS Students Ready To Launch Their Experiments To The Edge Of Space

Will Join Canadian Scientist And University Students In Testing Technologies

In early September, Sir Wilfrid Laurier School in Calgary will become the first Canadian high school to fly experiments aboard a stratospheric balloon as part of the Canadian Space Agency's (CSA's) Stratos Program. These students will join fellow Canadian scientists and university-level students to test and validate technologies that could lead to tomorrow's innovations.

Gogo Promotes Airline Industry Veteran John Wade

Named Executive Vice President And Chief Operating Officer

Gogo has promoted John Wade to the role of executive vice president and Chief Operating Officer of Gogo. Wade has more than 30 years of experience in the aviation industry including numerous leadership positions in the avionics and in-flight communications industry.

Lufthansa Systems Acquires New Customer For Lido/mPilot

Cambodian Carrier Sky Angkor Airlines Opts For Mobile Navigation Charts

Sky Angkor Airlines has opted for the Lido/mPilot mobile navigation solution from Lufthansa Systems as well as the paper-based charts of Lido/RouteManual. The two companies signed a five-year contract for the solution at the start of this year. Lido/RouteManual is already in use, the mobile navigation solution will be operational this fall.

USCG-Miami Awards MH-65 Check Stand Contract

S.A.F.E. Structure Wins The Business, Delivery Planned For October

The U.S. Coast Guard has awarded a contract to S.A.F.E Structure Designs to manufacture “Safety First” check stands for the MH-65 fleet located at The United States Coast Guard Miami, FL Airstation facility. The "Safety First" check stands are for use when performing routine maintenance and flight inspections on the MH-65. S.A.F.E. is expected to deliver the custom hangar equipment by late October.

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Boeing Delivers Advanced Satellite Communications Network To Mexico

Communications System Enables Voice And Data Services To All Regions Of The Country

Boeing has delivered one of the world’s most advanced satellite communications systems to Mexico, one that opens high-speed data and voice communications to the entire country including some previously unserved areas.

Aero-TV: Thinking It Through - Aspen Avionics Looks Ahead

“You Can’t Use An Airplane As A Beta Test-Site”

In this video interview that took place out in the North 40 at EAA AirVenture 2016, ANN News Editor, Tom Patton, has a sit down with the President and CEO of Aspen Avionics, John Uczekaj, to talk about the aircraft avionics business in general, not about specific Aspen products. This discussion results in some fascinating information about the prospect of new FAA certification regulations and how avionics play’s into the overall safety of aviation.

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Airborne 09.06.16: Balloon Retrenchment, Streamlined Certification, A-10 Pilots

Also: Aero-Calendar, Final Phantom, Lily Mess, Drone Advisory, Long March 4C Failure, Pilot Careers, GE CF6-80A

In the wake of a tragic balloon accident that occurred near Maxwell, Texas, which took 16 lives, the Balloon Federation of America has created what they’re calling the 2016 BFA/FAA Action Plan. This extensive plan addresses new numerous aspects of balloon operation. In a press release from the BFA, they say that in the last few years the BFA has, through its Professional Ride Operator’s Division, developed a suite of Best Practices designed to establish a commo

Aero-TV: Thinking It Through - Aspen Avionics Looks Ahead

“You Can’t Use An Airplane As A Beta Test-Site”…

In this video interview that took place out in the North 40 at EAA AirVenture 2016, ANN News Editor, Tom Patton, has a sit down with the President and CEO of Aspen Avionics, John Uczekaj, to talk about the aircraft avionics business in general, not about specific Aspen products. This discussion results in some fascinating information about the prospect of new FAA certification regulations and how avionics play’s into the overall safety of aviation.

FAA's Drone Advisory Committee To Hold Inaugural Meeting

Will Involve A Wide Array Of Aviation Industry Stakeholders

The newly established Drone Advisory Committee (DAC) will hold its inaugural meeting on September 16.

NASA Selects Proposals for Key Exploration Technologies

Twenty One Proposals From Small Businesses And Research Institutions Chosen For Funding

NASA has selected 21 research and technology proposals from American small businesses and research institutions that will enable NASA's future missions into the solar system and beyond while benefiting America's technology-driven economy here on Earth.

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Leonardo-Finmeccanica Signs New Contracts For Civil Helicopters In South America

Notes Sales Of Five Agustawestland Helicopters To Three Different Customers From Argentina And Venezuela

five corporate helicopters have recently been sold to three customers in South America by Leonardo-Finmeccanica. The sales include one AgustaWestland AW169 and two GrandNew helicopters to corporate customers in Argentina, and another two GrandNew helicopters to a corporate customer in Venezuela. All five aircraft will be delivered by the end of 2016.

Training Center Opens To Prepare KC-46 Aircrews

Will Be The First Stop For All Aircrews For The New Tanker

A new training center for the KC-46 Pegasus was officially dedicated at Altus Air Force Base in OK Aug. 30, along with the activation of the 56th Air Refueling Squadron, which will be the formal training unit for the Air Force’s next-generation refueling aircraft.

AeroSports Update: The USPA Looks Out For Skydiving Safety

The USPA Is Taking Action To Ensure Proper Tandem Instructor Certification

The United States Parachute Association (USPA) reports that a recent fatal tandem accident and subsequent information have led USPA to conclude that a number of candidates who attended tandem instructor rating courses at certain locations conducted by certain instructors, were not properly taught and/or were not properly certified.

Carville, Matalin Return To NBAA-BACE

Will Offer Offer Election-Year Perspectives During Second-Day Opening Session

Political power couple Mary Matalin and James Carville are returning to the NBAA-BACE to give their unique perspective on the Presidential election and other political issues just days before voters go to the polls.

HFI Announces Open Scholarships

Assistance Available For Pilot, Maintenance Training

Helicopter Foundation International (HFI) annually offers scholarships for students preparing for careers in rotorcraft aviation. The application period is open now for several scholarship programs.

Airborne 09.02.16: Google Lunar XPRIZE, Gone West: Joe Sutter, Germanwings

Also: Parrot X-Wing Drone, Growing ANN, Master Instructors, Nixon's Helicopter, GA-ASI UAS, 747 For Sale, NBAA-BACE

Another XPRIZE competitor will be headed for the moon. XPRIZE has officially verified Team Synergy Moon’s launch agreement as part of the $30M Google Lunar XPRIZE, which is a global competition for privately-funded teams to land an unmanned spacecraft on the surface of the moon. The Synergy Moon mission will use a NEPTUNE 8 rocket, built and launched by Interorbital Systems, to carry a lunar lander and at least one rover to the surface of the moon, launching from an o

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Aero-News: Quote of the Day (09.06.16)

“Safety is a shared responsibility in which each of us plays a vital role.” Source: FAA administrator Michael Huerta, announced the initial meeting of the agency's Drone Advisory Committee.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (09.06.16): Blocked

Phraseology used to indicate that a radio transmission has been distorted or interrupted due to multiple simultaneous radio transmissions.

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (09.06.16)

Sixteen Prognoses for the Part 107 UAS World ... 2016 & Beyond

From the JDA Journal, an extensive list of things that may result from the implementation of Part 107 last week. Topics range from criminal enforcement to regulatory adjustments.

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