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August 08, 2016

Airborne 08.08.16: Bugatti 100p Tragedy, GAMA 2Q/16 Report, Moon Express

Also: SWA Woes, CPC Training Kits, CJ3 Pro Line Fusion, Gulfstream G280, Sonex Accident, McCullough To Address NBAA

ANN regrets to inform you that the truly stunning Bugatti 100p replica aircraft went down, with the loss of its pilot, Scotty Wilson. The accident occurred early Saturday morning, near Burns Flat, Oklahoma. The replica first flew in August of 2015 and dealt with a number of teething problems along the way, including an incident on its first flight whereby the aircraft was damaged when the right brake failed after landing, and the plane veered off the runway. As previously r

Airborne 08.08.16: Bugatti 100p Tragedy, GAMA 2Q/16 Report, Moon Express

Also: SWA Woes, CPC Training Kits, CJ3 Pro Line Fusion, Gulfstream G280, Sonex Accident, McCullough To Address NBAA

ANN regrets to inform you that the truly stunning Bugatti 100p replica aircraft went down, with the loss of its pilot, Scotty Wilson. The accident occurred early Saturday morning, near Burns Flat, Oklahoma. The replica first flew in August of 2015 and dealt with a number of teething problems along the way, including an incident on its first flight whereby the aircraft was damaged when the right brake failed after landing, and the plane veered off the runway. As previously reported on Airborne Unlimited, a second flight was performed in October of that year that concluded successfully. The Saturday flight was reportedly the third test flight of the aircraft. The Gen

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Northrop Grumman Receives Contract For Second Japanese E-2D Advanced Hawkeye

First Airplane Scheduled For Delivery In 2018

Northrop Grumman Corporation has received a U.S. Navy contract to begin production of a second Japanese E-2D Advanced Hawkeye airborne early warning (AEW) and surveillance aircraft.

CPI Aerostructures Awarded Contract By Embraer

Will Supply Various Structural Components For E-Jets E2s

CPI Aerostructures has been selected by Embraer S.A. of Brazil to supply various structural components used in the manufacture of engine pylon fairings for the Embraer E175-E2 aircraft, one of the members of the second generation of its E-Jets family of commercial aircraft, the E-Jets E2. CPI Aero has received a binding Go Ahead Notice for the first shipset to be delivered to Embraer during the first quarter of 2017.

NASA Finds Fluctuating Atmosphere On Jupiter's Volcanic Moon

Io's Atmosphere Collapses In The Shadow Of The Planet

Jupiter’s volcanic moon Io has a thin atmosphere that collapses in the shadow of Jupiter, condensing as ice, according to a new study by NASA-funded researchers. The study reveals the freezing effects of Jupiter’s shadow during daily eclipses on the moon’s volcanic gases.“This research is the first time scientists have observed this remarkable phenomenon directly, improving our understanding of this geologically active moon,” said Constantine Tsang, a scientist at the Southwest Research Institute in Boulder, Colorado.

NASA Establishes Institute To Explore New Ways To Protect Astronauts

Joins With Baylor College Of Medicine In Houston For Research

NASA is joining with Baylor College of Medicine in Houston to operate a new institute charged with researching and developing innovative approaches to reduce risks to humans on long-duration exploration missions, including NASA's Journey to Mars.

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CommutAir Achieves Another Milestone For ERJ-145 Growth Platform

First Aircrew Program Designees (APD) Certificated By The FAA

Captain Timothy Bell and Zachary Davis, of CommutAir, have been appointed Aircrew Program Designees (APD) under the FAA Aircrew Designated Examiners (ADE) program.

CALC To Lease An Airbus A320 Aircraft To ANA

Further Expands Global Footprint By Entering Japanese Aircraft Leasing Market

China Aircraft Leasing Group Holdings Limited has announced that it has signed a lease agreement with ANA Holdings for an Airbus A320 Aircraft, which will be subleased to its low cost regional subsidiary Vanilla Air. The aircraft is expected to be delivered in August 2017.

Astronautics To Provide Upgraded EFB System For Boeing 787 Dreamliner

Enhancements Improve Airplane Performance And Operational Efficiency, Company Says

Astronautics Corporation of America has been selected to provide an improved and upgraded electronic flight bag (EFB) system on all fielded and future production Boeing 787 Dreamliner airplanes.

Textron To Provide Maintenance Training Courseware For T-6C Texan II

TRU Simulation + Training Awarded Contract Through UKMFTS Program

TRU Simulation + Training has been awarded a contract to provide maintenance training courseware for the T-6C Texan II aircraft for Affinity Flying Training Services. Affinity is the Fixed Wing Aircraft Service Provider (ASP) under the UK Military Flying Training System (UKMFTS) program, which will provide flying training for military aircrews from the UK’s Armed Forces.

Lightspeed Aviation Names Century Avionics As Repair Center For Africa

South Africa Facility Covers The Most African Nations

Lightspeed Aviation has announced the addition of Century Avionics to its global network of authorized repair centers. The largest privately-owned avionics facility in South Africa, Century also provides services to customers in most African nations. In business since 1978, Century Avionics is highly respected for their expertise in avionics sales, installation, and maintenance.

AAR Names Cheryle Robinson Jackson First President Of AAR Africa

Establishes Base Of Operations In Africa To Grow Aviation Maintenance And Supply Chain Business On Continent

Aerospace and defense contractor AAR, a leading provider of aircraft maintenance and supply chain solutions worldwide, announces the appointment of AAR Vice President Cheryle Robinson Jackson as its first President, AAR Africa.

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'Wildcats' Commander Makes 1000th Arrested Landing

Milestone Reached Aboard USS Dwight D. Eisenhower

Cmdr. Jeffrey Farmer, commanding officer of the "Wildcats" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 131, joined an elite society of pilots who have made 1,000 arrested landings on an aircraft carrier when he touched down aboard USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) (Ike), July 23.

Airbus Developing Aerial Concepts To Ease Urban Traffic Congestion

Says Prototype Aircraft Could Be Flying By Next Year

Urban areas are becoming increasingly congested, and traffic problems cost people and companies millions of dollars each year in lost productivity. The population of urban centers is expected to grow by 10 percent by 2030, putting 60 percent of the world's population in cities. With all that traffic congestion, Airbus is looking at the role of autonomous air vehicles to allow commuters to fly over the traffic at the touch of a button.

NASA's CubeSat Launch Initiative Opens Space To Educators, Nonprofits

Deadline For Proposals Is November 22

Accredited education institutions, nonprofit organizations and NASA centers can join the adventure and challenges of space while helping the agency achieve its exploration goals through the next round of the agency's CubeSat Launch Initiative (CSLI). Applicants must submit proposals by 4:30 p.m. EST, Nov. 22.

AeroSports Update: Transition Training For An Ultralight

Transition Training For An Ultralight Is A Good Idea, But You May Have To Search It Out

On a recent EAA forum we saw a question about receiving transition training before flying an ultralight. The forum participant said he had experience in a CTLS, RV-12, and Cessna 172. He asked about the need for transition training into an Aerolite103 ultralight. His question was; does having flight time in an LSA provide adequate transition experience to operate the ultralight?

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Alaska Airlines Moves Forward With Anchorage, AK Maintenance Facility

Local Firm To Design $40 Million, 105,000 Square Foot Hangar

Alaska Airlines has announced plans to build a new $40 million airplane maintenance facility at the site of the current Signature Flight Support building on Old International Airport Road. Located on the east side of the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, the new hangar is located about a half mile from Alaska's existing 37,500-square-foot facility.

Klyde Morris 08.08.16

The Butchcut Saga Continues ...

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Miracle Flights Coordinates 692 Medical Flights In June

Has Flown Nearly 57 Million Miles Since Being Founded In 1985

Miracle Flights, ended the month of June with 692 coordinated medical flights to hospitals and doctors around the country.

Forty Years Of Life Flight, 40 Days Of Thanks

Memorial Hermann Life Flight Celebrates 40th Anniversary By Extending Its Appreciation To The Community It Serves

Four decades after launching the innovative air ambulance service known today as Memorial Hermann Life Flight, Memorial Hermann Health System will commemorate the program's momentous 40th anniversary by expressing its gratitude to the community that has helped make the lifesaving service possible.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (08.08.16): ILS PRM Approach

ILS PRM Approach An instrument landing system (ILS) approach conducted to parallel runways whose extended centerlines are separated by less than 4,300 feet and at least 3,000 feet where closely spaced independent approaches are permitted. Also used in conjunction with an LDA PRM, or RNAV (GPS) PRM approach to conduct Simultaneous Offset Instrument Approach (SOIA) operations. No Transgression Zone (NTZ) monitoring is required to conduct these approaches. When the runway spacing is less than 3,600 feet, the NTZ must be monitored by a Precision Runway Monitor (PRM) or other high update rate surveillance system.

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (08.08.16)

Aero Linx: The International Society Of Air Safety Investigators ISASI is a society formed to promote air safety by the exchange of ideas, experiences and information about aircraft accident investigations, and to aid in the advancement of flight safety; to promote technical advancement by providing professional education through lectures, displays and presentations and by the exchange of information for mutual development of improved investigations; to broaden professional relationships among members; to maintain and increase the prestige, standing and influence of the Air Safety Investigator in matters of air safety. The Society was founded in the United States under articles of incorporation in the District of Colu

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Aero-News: Quote of the Day (08.08.16)

"While we all wish these flights were unnecessary, Miracle Flights is proud to have served so many families. They inspire us every day to continue to fight for equal access to medical care. We want to encourage everyone to help us spread the word about our cause and make sure no family has to deplete their funds in order to afford airfare to the right doctor." Source: Mark E. Brown, CEO of Miracle Flights, said he is pleased with how far the nonprofit has come and the lives that have been impacted along the way. Since 1985, Miracle Flights has provided families with free commercial airline tickets so that seriously ill patients may receive specialized medical care and second opinions from experts throughout the U.S.

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