Ground Testing, Avionics Checks Have Begun On Second And Third Test Articles
Gulfstream's G500 has achieved several flight-test milestones, including surpassing more than 100 hours of flight, the company announced Wednesday. The accomplishments come just 12 months after Gulfstream announced the all-new G500 and G600 aircraft programs in an Oct. 14, 2014, ceremony at its Savannah headquarters.
Lockheed Martin and Kaman Corporations have demonstrated for federal officials how the remotely piloted K-MAX helicopter can be used to perform wildland firefighting scenarios, including cargo drops, single target water drops, and progressive line building with a bucket. The demonstration provided officials from the U.S. Department of the Interior and U.S. Forest Service Fire and Aviation Management the opportunity to evaluate the capabilities of the unmanned helicopter.
Says Measure Would Protect Federal Property Against Unauthorized UAV Flights
U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer (D-NY) is urging his colleagues in Congress to include legislation he has authored in the upcoming FAA reauthorization bill that would require drone manufacturers to implement geo-fencing technology or other similar solutions on all drones.
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