Seventh Flight Follows Record-Breaking 908-Day Sixth Mission

The X-37B autonomous spaceplane has launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket, marking the beginning of its seventh mission. "The X-37B government and Boeing teams have worked together to produce a more responsive, flexible, and adaptive experimentation platform," said William D. Bailey, Director, Department of the Air Force Rapid Capabilities Office. "The work they've done to streamline processes and adapt evolving technologies will help our nation learn a tremendous amount about operating in and returning from a space environment."

Successful Rescue of Barlovento Saves All Aboard in 2021 Incident

Aviation Survival Technician Second Class Spencer T. Manson will be awarded with the Distinguished Flying Cross Award, recognizing his actions for a rescue action in 2021. The incident occurred 70 miles offshore from the California–Oregon border, on a sinking 79-foot schooner and its imperiled crew of six. Manson was able to rescue the whole lot of them, netting him the "highest honor that can be achieved in aviation".

Georgian Orchestra Teacher Snags Coveted Educational Funding

Julie Rosseter of Suwanee, Georgia has been announced as the lucky recipient of the National Aviation Hall of Fame's Educational development scholarship. “We are incredibly honored to be the first recipients of the Professional Development Scholarship from RTCA and the National Aviation Hall of Fame,” said Rosseter. “This scholarship ensures thousands of students each year will learn about Aviation, its pioneers, and its innovations through a STEAM program that uses storytelling, aeronautic design, and orchestra to bring the history of Flight to life. Importantly, this financial support helps further implement these experiences as part of an ongoing curriculum&ndas

Noel's Station As Sheriff Lasted From 2015 to 2022

Former Clark County Sheriff Jamey Noel's aircraft is now the subject of a seizure authorization due to its murky financing. Noel's 1958 Cessna 172 gained the interest of investigators when they began to suspect it had been purchased with volunteer firefighter funding but used as a personal plane. The aircraft was listed to the Utica Township Firefighter Association. Noel's station as sheriff lasted from 2015 to 2022, with previous stints as the founder of New Chapel Fire and chief of Utica Fire. An affidavit filed by Indiana State Police described their thought process in suspecting the aircraft's personal use via a few tips and inferences.

Parade of New Airplanes for Fast-Growing Honda Operator

Volato has announced a fleet expansion to the tune of 50%, adding 24 HondaJet aircraft to its stables by year's end. The announcement includes 3 new deliveries in December, 2 direct from the manufacturer and one managed aircraft from a 3rd party. All in all, Volato added 8 planes to its collection in 2023, keeping up their status as the world's largest operator of the type. The company expects 10 more HondaJets to be delivered throughout 2024, as well as the Honda Echelon aircraft whenever that program comes to fruition.

From 2018 (YouTube Version): PrecisionHawk Releases Pathfinder Report At XPONENTIAL 2018

Drone technology company PrecisionHawk has released its final Pathfinder Report, a blueprint for enterprises to conduct Beyond the Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone operations. The fieldwork was performed in partnership with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and MITRE under the Pathfinder Program. The report outlines a comprehensive safety case and standards to fly drones BVLOS and has yielded critical information to the FAA regarding drone operations.

Connecting Rod Was Found Outside Of The Crankcase When The Engine Cowling Was Removed

On December 10, 2023, about 1555 mountain standard time, a Beechcraft A36, N4171S, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Topock, Arizona. The pilot was fatally injured. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 91 personal flight. According to a family member the pilot was flying from Sun Valley Airport (A20), Bullhead City, Arizona to pick up a passenger from Prescott Regional Airport – Ernest A. Love Field (PRC), Prescott, Arizona. Automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast data showed the airplane departed from runway 36 at A20 about 1533. About 14 minutes after takeoff the pilot repo

Light Gun

A handheld directional light signaling device which emits a brilliant narrow beam of white, green, or red light as selected by the tower controller. The color and type of light transmitted can be used to approve or disapprove anticipated pilot actions where radio communication is not available. The light gun is used for controlling traffic operating in the vicinity of the airport and on the airport movement area.

"The X-37B government and Boeing teams have worked together to produce a more responsive, flexible, and adaptive experimentation platform. The work they've done to streamline processes and adapt evolving technologies will help our nation learn a tremendous amount about operating in and returning from a space environment." Source: William D. Bailey, Director, Department of the Air Force Rapid Capabilities Office, commenting on the very recent launch of an X-37B autonomous spaceplane aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket, marking the beginning of its seventh mission.