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Classic Aero-TV: New Aircraft Battery Technologies -- Expertise From Concorde

Alternate Battery Technologies, Battery Maintenance, and Battery Conditioning

While at EAA AirVenture 2014, ANN News Editor Tom Patton begin a quest to learn more about the heart and soul of your aircraft battery. He sat down with Chris Holder of Concorde Batteries to dig into the details. This video is number 3 of 3 videos that Tom put together to share what he found out about this all-important piece of aircraft equipment. In this video we talk about lithium-ion considerations, and battery maintenance.

Secretary Foxx And FAA Clear Santa And Sleigh

Issues Special Air Transportation Operating Authority

The Department of Transportation has approved an application submitted by a Mr. Kris Kringle (d/b/a "Santa Claus") for special air transportation operating authority.

CAP To Assist NORAD Tracking Santa Christmas Eve

McMinnville Composite Squadron Will Be In Position At Oregon's Evergreen Museum

If you’re a pilot, CAP has plenty of opportunities for you. CAP owns the largest fleet of single-engine piston aircraft in the nation, primarily Cessna 172s and 182s, and CAP pilots are able to fly those planes to perform CAP missions in service to their local communities.

Aero-News: Quote Of The Day (12.24.15)

"Unmanned aircraft and the technological innovations they bring, are changing quickly the landscape for aviation. The Agency proposals ensure safety remains a priority while allowing proportionality and flexibility for new innovations." Source: Patrick Ky, EASA Executive Director.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (12.24.15): On-Course Indication

An indication on an instrument, which provides the pilot a visual means of determining that the aircraft is located on the centerline of a given navigational track.