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September 09, 2020

Airborne 09.09.20: Jetpacks at LAX?, XP-82 Twin Mustang, Canada Mask Fines

Also: Erickson Takes Bell 214 Series, RC Fest 2020 Cancelled, Embraer Cuts, Coast Guard Rescues Pilot

The recent reports by two airline pilots in LAX airspace of a man flying a jetpack at 3000 feet are not technically feasible, at this point, says Jetpack Aviation's David Mayman... an experienced jetpack pilot and innovator. For the record, David is stuck in Australia, in quarantine, so this is not an attempt to evade responsibility, as he was thousands of miles away and all his jetpacks and pilots are otherwise accounted for... Our recent discussions with David suggest him to be a straight shooter. "The technology is just not there yet," he noted. One of the most extraordinary people in aviation, is rarely heard of in non-warbird circles. His name is Tom Reilly. I wat

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Airborne 09.04.20: Mooney Returns!, Prop Try n Fly, Midwest LSA Expo

Also: NEW Dates for DeLand Sport Av Showcase, Gogo Sells CommAv Biz, Eclipse SynVis and Autothrottle, I/ITSEC Cancelled

The rumors have been ghosting around for a few weeks, but the airplane that would not die appears to have resurrected itself again... for the umpteenth time. For Mooney owners and fans, this is good news, but the details of this new development promises some interesting Mooney Watching for the next few years. The wraps came off the whole works late yesterday when a notice was posted to the Mooney website, addressed to, "...The Mooney Community" and authored by Mooney CEO Jonny Pollack.

Airborne-Flight Training 08.26.20: 3 PP-Gs In 1 Day!, AFA DA40 NGs, Army Aviator

Also: Girls in Aviation Day, Duncan Powerplant Apprenticeship, Embry-Riddle Students, FAA Chart Supplement

Not too long ago, Right Rudder Aviation (RRA) launched a Private Pilot - Glider (PP-G) program that has become a training hub allowing them to attract and train safe pilots efficiently -- and economically. RRA is a full service FBO, flight school, and aircraft dealer based at the Inverness Airport (KINF) in Inverness, FL. The PP-G program includes everything necessary to become an FAA certificated Private Pilot - Glider at what they say is the lowest price point anywhere -- and we have no evidence

Beating COVID-19, 2020 New York Int’l Air Show Perseveres

Drive In Program a Big Success And A 'Model For The Era Of Social Distancing'

The New York International Air Show took place last week at Orange County Airport in Montgomery, New York. The event featured an all-star Air Force line up including the Thunderbirds, F-22 Raptor Demo Team and F-35 Lightning II Demo Team. This year’s event was converted to a Drive In format just three weeks ago to comply with New York State Health Department Regulations. Show officials worked with the leadership at Orange County Government to create and submit a plan in early August after Governor Cuomo said he would be willing to consider allowing the event to take place if it was held as a Drive In. The event was moved from New York Stewart International Airport,

FAA Proposes $247,000 Civil Penalty Against the Collings Foundation

Alleges The Conduct of Unauthorized P-51 Flights

It's not been a good year for the Collings Foundation... The U.S. Department of Transportation’s FAA has proposed a $247,000 civil penalty against the Collings Foundation of Stow, Mass., for allegedly conducting unauthorized flights in a P-51D Mustang airplane. The Mustang in question is a limited category aircraft, and FAA regulations prohibit charging people for flights in this category of aircraft. The FAA alleges that between Jan. 17, 2020 and Jan. 30, 2020, the Foundation improperly operated the Mustang on 26 flights carrying people it had charged for flight training. The FAA alleges that before the operations occurred, FAA inspectors advised the Foundation that such flights would violate

Will The Next Air Force One Go Supersonic? USAF Working With Boom

Government Executive Flight Program Looks At Boom Overture

Boom Supersonic has been awarded a contract by the Air Force under a program meant to help fund innovations with future Air Force applications. The contract will fund explorations of an Overture configuration designed for Air Force executive transport. The Department of Defense and the Air Force manage all air transport for executive branch top leadership, including Air Force One.

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As Expected... I/ITSEC Goes Virtual

IITSEC Becomes vIITSEC

The National Training and Simulation Association (NTSA) is happy to announce a new virtual event called vIITSEC, which is scheduled to take place November 30 - December 4, 2020. The event theme, "The Future is Now," could not be more appropriate. NTSA is developing a virtual platform that will enable the training and simulation community to gather in support of developing new training and education systems that will support warfighters, first responders, and our National Security. "It is clear to me that the warfighters are not getting a year off, so neither could the I/ITSEC mission," said RADM James Robb, NTSA's president. I/ITSEC 2020 was canceled for safety concerns amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

FAA Promotes Aviation Maintenance Program

Offers Grant to Support Aviation Maintenance Careers

It's often not the most glamorous type of job in the aviation world, but who amongst can argue that we'd pretty much come to a screeching halt (or worse) without a sufficient cadre of good aviation maintenance personnel? The FAA has announced an Aviation Maintenance Technical Workforce Development Grant Program to increase interest and recruit students for careers in aviation maintenance. The goal is to provide grants to academia and the aviation community to help prepare a more inclusive talent pool of aviation maintenance technicians, to inspire and recruit the next generation of aviation professionals.

Classic Aero-TV: Innovation By Avilution – Making Avionics Fit Your Panel

From 2018: Avilution's Custom Panel For LSA Aircraft

Avilution, a software-based avionics solutions producer, based in Huntsville, AL, brought a new version of its glass panel to AirVenture in 2018. The panel is designed to fit in a Panther LSA airplane, which has a cockpit that measures only 28 inches wide, according to company founder Mark Spencer. The focus, Spencer said, was presenting the information in a large, easy-to-read format. The company has developed a web-based configuration tool, which allows the user to configure the panel on a computer and then upload it into the airplane.

ANN Labor Day Schedule

OUR Labors Continue... We'll Still Be Here Reporting The News

Whether we like it or not, the news waits for no one. And, despite an auspicious national holiday like Labor Day, were still going to be here reporting ALL the important news that affects the world of aviation and aerospace. There will be some schedule adjustments, however… Airborne's programming schedule will be adjusted slightly so that the normal schedule of Monday, Wednesday, and Friday will actually take place on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Airborne Unlimited will be programmed for Wednesday and Friday, and Airborne–Flight Training will be presented on Thursday.

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E-I-C Note: We have a wimner! Hundreds of you got involved, complied with the rules, and we're happy to report we have a winner... details to be announced shortly -- along with further info on our next giveaway program! It's a GOOD ONE! Want to win a FREE King School’s course, kneeboard, and flight bag? Enter to win by completing either of the options below…

FAA to Test and Evaluate Unmanned Aircraft Detection & Mitigation Equipment

Initial Testing And Evaluation Will Be Conducted In New Jersey

The FAA announced its plans to evaluate technologies and systems that could detect and mitigate potential safety risks posed by unmanned aircraft. The effort will be part of the agency’s Airport Unmanned Aircraft Systems Detection and Mitigation Research Program. The FAA plans to test and evaluate at least 10 technologies or systems. The evaluations are expected to begin later this year and will initially occur at the FAA’s William J. Hughes Technical Center, located adjacent to the Atlantic City International Airport in New Jersey. After the initial testing and evaluation in New Jersey, the agency expects to expand the effort to four additional U.S. airports.

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NTSB Prelim: Cessna 170

'There Was Inadequate Thrust To Achieve An Acceptable Rate Of Climb'

On August 13, 2020, about 1745 central daylight time, a Cessna 170, N3962V, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Ardmore, Tennessee. The pilot and passenger received minor injuries. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight. The pilot, along with his uncle, and a dog, were going to fly from a grass field on a friend's property in Ardmore, Tennessee to Moontown Airport (3M5), Huntsville, Alabama. According to the pilot, he had purchased the airplane about 5 days before on August 8, 2020, and this was the first time he had operated from the field. He had about 10 to 15 gallons of fuel per side (20 to 30

AD: Airbus SAS Airplanes

AD 2020-18-06 Prompted By A Report That Cracks Were Detected

The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus SAS Model A318 series airplanes; Model A319-111, -112, -113, -114, -115, -131, -132, and -133 airplanes; Model A320-211, -212, -214, -216, -231, -232, and -233 airplanes; and Model A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report that cracks were detected on the left-hand (LH) and right-hand (RH) sides of the first rivet hole of the frame (FR) 43 foot coupling during scheduled maintenance. This AD requires a rotating probe test of the fastener holes at FR43 on the LH and RH sides for any cracking, and on-condition actions if necessary, as specified in a European Uni

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (09.09.20)

Aero Linx: Aeronautical Repair Station Association ARSA is devoted to the worldwide civil aviation maintenance industry—from its global corporations to the small, independent businesses. ARSA members are located on five continents and in nearly 20 countries. The association’s experts create tools for members to navigate the maze of government mandates while enhancing safety, efficiency and productivity. ARSA is managed by the law firm of Obadal, Filler, MacLeod & Klein, P.L.C.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (09.09.20): Clearway

Clearway An area beyond the takeoff runway under the control of airport authorities within which terrain or fixed obstacles may not extend above specified limits. These areas may be required for certain turbine-powered operations and the size and upward slope of the clearway will differ depending on when the aircraft was certificated.

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (09.09.20)

"The United States Air Force is constantly looking for technological opportunities to disrupt the balance of our adversaries. Boom is an example of the American ingenuity that drives the economy forward through technological advances. We are extremely excited to team with them as we work to shrink the world and transform the future of executive airlift." Source: Brigadier General Ryan Britton, Program Executive Officer for Presidential & Executive Airlift Directorate -- discussing Boom Supersonic having been awarded a contract by the Air Force under a program meant to help fund innovations with future Air Force applications. The contract will fund explorations of an Overture configuration designed for Air Force executive transpor

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