Becker Avionics International has introduced a new ADS-B based tracking and surveillance system for flight and ground operations. The system is called ATLASS, short for ADS-B Traffic Localization and Surveillance System. ATLASS is a state-of-the-art, stand-alone ADS-B traffic monitoring system that provides a recognized air and ground situational awareness picture. The situation awareness capability provided by ATLASS provides unique surface applications that can apply to specialized operations that comb
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Bombardier Commercial Aircraft has announced that Transport Canada inspectors have issued the flight permit that allows the first CS300 flight test vehicle to join the flight test program. The CS300 aircraft's first flight is expected to occur during the period February 26 – 28. The aircraft is expected to perform a series of handling and system calibration tests, at a wide range of altitudes and speeds. The private non-profit organization Mars One ... which plans to send human volunteers on a on
“Orion’s flight test was a big success and what we learned is informing how we design, develop and build future Orions that will help us pioneer deep space destinations.” Source: Mark Geyer, NASA’s Orion Program manager.
A service provided by the FSS to assist pilots in flight planning. Briefing items may include weather information, NOTAMS, military activities, flow control information, and other items as requested.
Aviation Safety Connection, Inc., a nonprofit educational organization, is chartered to provide flight safety information with particular emphasis on (a) Cockpit Leadership and Management and (b) Safety Management System (SMS) implementation and upgrading.