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November 28, 2007

Scientists Close To Determining How Birds Know To Migrate

Say Avians May Be Able To See Magnetic Fields

Are birds able to literally "see" the Earth's magnetic fields? It's a controversial theory in scientific circles... but researchers say it also appears to be a likely one.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (11.28.07)

Aero-Linx!

The experiences of a B-17 navigator during World War II.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Term (11.28.07): Speed Brakes

Aero-Terms!

A type of secondary control on an airplane, in that it does not cause the aircraft to rotate on any of its three axes. Speed brakes produce drag without affecting lift, or causing the aircraft to pitch.

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Aero-News: Quote of the Day (11.28.07)

"The LSA market demands the latest avionics, safety and reliability, light-weight equipment and a competitive price tag. Our solution is to partner with SAC, a company with excellent facilities, state-of-the-art technologies and a workforce highly experienced in aircraft manufacturing. SkyCatcher customers will get an advanced design, high-quality workmanship and world-class product support, all at an affordable price from Cessna, a brand known and trusted worldwide."

Source: Cessna CEO Jack Pelton. Tuesday was a busy day for the planemaker... as in addition to buying the assets of Columbia Aircraft Manufacturing, Cessna also announced it will partner with China's Shenyang Aircraft Corporation (SAC), a subsidiary of the government-owned China

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