Light Attendance and Few Exhibitors Left Many Disappointed

After the departure of event organizer/manager Jana Filip for new digs at Sun ‘n Fun, many thought that the delightful annual DeLand Sport Aviation Showcase was toast... ANN included. And based on their first showing of a follow-on event, maybe it is. Despite spectacular weather, the revamped ‘Aero Showcase’ was sparsely populated and attended. Barely more than half a dozen real players in the sport aviation community showed up with little more than a dozen airplanes (opening day), in total -- and attendance, even though the gate fee was nixed in favor of free admission, was light.

NASA Rocket Transporter Apparently Loses An Engine, RTB's Without Issue 

On October 20th at 11:24am Kennedy Space Center time N941NA, the NASA B377SGT, Super Guppy, departed KSC. The departure was normal with a left turn to the west. Shortly after departure the aircraft turned to south and then back to the west before turning to a return course to KSC. The Guppy landed normally at KSC at 11:47with one engine appearing to be inoperative.

International Skydiving Hall of Fame Recognizes Members of 400-Person Formation Dive

The Skydiving Museum and Hall of Fame has recognized the accomplishments of 2006's 400-Way owner of the record for largest aerial diving formation, placing them in the group's 2022 Hall of Fame Celebration. The Path of Excellence Award was issued to members at the Daytona Beach Bandshell at Florida's Skydive DeLand, honoring those who took part in the record made on February 8, 2006.

Aircraft to be Operated by Hawaiian Airlines as Freighter Conversions

Amazon is stepping its air cargo service up a notch with a firm agreement to lease 10 A330-300P2F freighters from Altavair. The aircraft will go towards bolstering Amazon's 1-day Prime delivery goal for participating customers, among other cargo commitments. The expansion comes as little surprise to those familiar with Amazon operations, given rumors of slackening time windows for some areas as the wider logistics chain suffered under increased load and delay.

Aircraft Returning to Field Causes 10-Acre Brushfire

An F-35A assigned to the 388th Fighter Wing crashed off the north end of Utah's Hill AFB on October 19, with no reported injuries. The pilot of the Lightning II was en route back after a routine training mission, when he ejected from the jet, which went on to impact the earth and cause a 10-acre fire. The pilot was recovered and taken in for medical observation with no injuries reported on the air or the ground.

5th Contract of its Kind Sees Textron Personnel Stationed aboard ESB-5 to provide ISR and UAS Support Underway

Textron Systems has been awarded a contract from the U.S. Navy’s Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) for the provision of Uncrewed Aircraft operational support to the USS Miguel Keith. The contract begins in 2023, with a total performance period of 5 years. The Aerosonde UAS system will now be in use on 4 Navy vessels, following a 4-year extension on an existing award to the USS Hershel "Woody" Williams (ESB-5) and 2 additional DDG-class ships.

From 2015 (YouTube Version): There Are No Horizons Unreachable To The Inspired Flyer Who Dreams Big

Aviation has had a history, albeit a short history, of showcasing people who inspire us. A recent example of inspiration born of aviation is Jessica Cox, the young lady who although born without arms was able to obtain her pilot certificate. In this video, her story continues, and it's a video that can inspires us far beyond the world of aviation. While at Sun 'n Fun 2015, ANN News Editor, Tom Patton, had a chance to talk with Jessica about a new and exciting experience she encountered, and we get updated regarding her various proje

The Airplane’s Radar Track Ended In The Vicinity Of Lyons Peak About 1238

On October 4, 2022, about 1238 Pacific daylight time, a Cornford Mustang II airplane, N887QR, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Jamul, California. The pilot sustained fatal injuries. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight. According to air traffic control information, the pilot departed Gillespie Field Airport (SEE), El Cajon, California, about 1225.

Aero Linx: The International Cessna 170 Association Welcome to The International Cessna 170 Association. The International Cessna 170 Association (TIC170A) was formed in 1969. We have more than 1034 members that own a total of 821 Cessna 170s. “Preserving and promoting a truly classic aircraft” takes time, talent and resources. It took foresight to form the association back in 1969 to share information about flying and maintaining the Cessna 170. Many hours have been spent by members gathering data and sharing information by way of the publications, at conventions, during fly-ins and on the internet forums. The International Cessna 170 Association is a nonprofit 501(c)

Lost Communications Loss of the ability to communicate by radio. Aircraft are sometimes referred to as NORDO (No Radio). Standard pilot procedures are specified in 14 CFR Part 91. Radar controllers issue procedures for pilots to follow in the event of lost communications during a radar approach when weather reports indicate that an aircraft will likely encounter IFR weather conditions during the approach.

“Flying military aircraft is a risky business that we all accept when we go do it. These things happen. Tonight, first and foremost, we’re thankful he’s OK. He got out of the aircraft.” Source: Colonel Craig Andrle, commander of the 388th Fighter Wing, said in a news conference Oct. 19, following the loss of an F-35.