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October 06, 2011

TSA Moves Toward Risk-Based Security

New Document Verification Systems Required For Change

The Transportation Security Administration announced Monday it will purchase and pilot new technologies designed to provide TSA greater ability to identify altered or fraudulent passenger identification credentials and boarding passes in order to further enhance travel safety. TSA plans to test the technology at select airports in early 2012.

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Chicago Aviation Summit Held By Mayor

But Participants Not Forthcoming On What Was Discussed

Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel Monday called a summit of five aviation executives whose operations have impact on the economy of The Windy City. While no specific outcomes were discussed afterward, all praised the mayor for his appreciation for the importance of the aviation industry, and deemed the gathering productive.

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National Airlines Announces B747-400F Operating Authority

Next Goal Is Authority To Fly 757 Combis

National Airline has initiated Boeing 747-400F flight operations. The carrier recently completed their FAA certification and received authority from the US Department of Transportation.

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Boeing Projects $760 Billion Market For New Airplanes In North America

Forecasts 7,530 Delivered Over The Next 20 Years, Most Single-Aisle

Air carriers in North America will take delivery of 7,530 new airplanes over the next 20 years at a market value of $760 billion, according to a recent market forecast published by Boeing. Taking retirements of airplanes into account, the North American fleet will grow from 6,610 airplanes today to about 9,330 airplanes by 2030.

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ATA Warns Of Potential Job Losses If Taxes Are Imposed

Departure Taxes Proposed By President Obama Could Lead To 10,000 Airline Job Cuts

The Air Transport Association of America (ATA) said Tuesday that nearly 10,000 airline industry jobs could be cut within one year if two new proposed passenger security and airline departure taxes are implemented. More broadly, nearly 181,000 jobs could be lost across the economy related to reductions in aircraft manufacturing, airports and supporting businesses, according to a new study.

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Hybrid-Powered Helicopter Makes First Flight

AS350 Flies Using A Combination Of An Internal Combustion Engine And An Electric Motor

Eurocopter has successfully tested a hybrid helicopter that combines a turboshaft internal combustion engine with an electric motor, using the supplemental electric system to increase maneuverability of a single-engine helicopter during an autorotation landing - which is performed by helicopters in the event of a main engine failure.

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FAA Completes Rollout Of ASDE-X At 35 Airports

System Designed To Reduce Potential Of Runway And Taxiway Accidents

The FAA ways it has successfully completed its roll-out of the Airport Surface Detection Equipment – Model X (ASDE-X), a system that was designed to dramatically improved runway safety at the top 35 airports. Memphis is the 35th airport to commission ASDE-X, which reduces the potential for collisions on airport runways and taxiways by allowing air traffic controllers to detect potential conflicts and take appropriate action.

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ALPA Urges Release Of Pilot Fatigue Rule

Union Notes Safety Regs More Than Two Months Overdue

ALPA, the Air Line Pilots Association, International, joined more than 100 members of Congress Tuesday in calling on President Obama to ensure that US airline pilots are adequately rested to safely perform their jobs by directing the appropriate agencies to immediately issue standardized flight- and duty-time limits and minimum rest requirements for flight crews.

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IATA Calls For Harmonization, Vigilance On Security

But Says System Needs Improvement For Travelers And Shippers

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged governments and other aviation stakeholders to join airlines in a partnership to improve aviation security and the experience of both travelers and shippers. Key to this is early adoption of IATA's Checkpoint of the Future (CoF), a supply chain approach to cargo security, harmonization of measures among governments and constant vigilance to new threats.

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