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May 07, 2018

Airborne 05.07.18: Upgraded Sling 4!, John Parker Lost, Boeing v SpaceX

Also: Locations For B-21, Parkland Mom's Charter Flight, Army And Navy Academy, Yokota AB's Final C-130Js

With 76 days to go before Oshkosh18, we’re seeing signs that this could be one of the most exciting AirVentures in years. With that in mind, we’re going to be featuring some of the more intriguing ‘OSHStars’ that have the potential to make this year particularly exciting. The first on our list is a much upgraded Sling 4 to be powered by the new Rotax 915iS. Already impressive with Rotax 914 power, the Sling 4 is one of the most affordable four place kits currently available..

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Fort Lauderdale Airport Shooter To Plead Guilty

Will Serve A Life Sentence In Federal Prison

Federal prosecutors said last week they will not seek the death penalty for Esteban Santiago, a military veteran who has confessed to killing five people and injuring six others at Fort Lauderdale International Airport last January.

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Airborne 05.04.18: Terrafugia Partners, Trump Lauds SWA Crew, Drone Rescues

Also: 100th Anniversary of Air Mail, Alsim ALX Simulator, 2018 Maintenance Scholarships, Leonardo Heli SAIB

Terrafugia has announced a partnership with CEVT (China Euro Vehicle Technology AB) to collaborate on a variety of developments to bring their first flying car to market. Zhejiang Geely Holding Group (Geely Holding) acquired Terrafugia in Fall 2017. CEVT is supporting Terrafugia's first vehicle, the Transition, with the development of a clutch-box, advanced CAE analysis and high-tech safety systems. President Donald Trump welcomed five Southwest Airlines cockpit and cabin crew members as well as t

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Aero-TV: Drones to the Rescue - DJI Reports On Global Drone Rescue Activity

Assisted In The Rescue Of At Least 65 People On Five Continents In 2017

At least 65 people have been rescued by drones in the last year, according to a new report from drone maker DJI. The report, "More Lives Saved: A Year Of Drone Rescues Around The World," is available for download. It highlights how improved drone technology, rapid adoption by first responders and smart aviation regulations have combined to increase the pace of drone use in critical public safety missions.

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Klyde Morris 05.07.18

Maybe You Should Have Asked 'How Much In Bitcoin' Klyde

FMI: www.klydemorris.com

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (05.07.18)

Aero Linx: The T-34 Association The T-34 Association, Inc. is a non-profit corporation promoting the safe enjoyment of the Beechcraft T-34 Mentor. The Mentor is known for its honest flight characteristics, aerobatic capabilities, and formation flying. The tandem seat trainer was built for the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, and many other military training commands around the world. As such, the T-34 is a true Warbird and a welcomed guest at all airshows. Membership in the T-34 Association is open to anyone with interest in the Mentor. We have members around the world.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Term (05.07.18): Minimum Obstruction Clearance Altitude

Minimum Obstruction Clearance Altitude The lowest published altitude in effect between radio fixes on VOR airways, off-airway routes, or route segments which meets obstacle clearance requirements for the entire route segment and which assures acceptable navigational signal coverage only within 25 statute (22 nautical) miles of a VOR.

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Aero-News: Quote of the Day (05.07.18)

"Ohio University Aviation is very pleased to enter into this agreement with CommutAir as it will be highly beneficial to our students and the program overall." Source: Steve Owens, Aviation Business Administrator at Ohio University, discussing CommutAir, a United Express carrier, entrance into a Memorandum of Understanding with Ohio University's Russ College of Engineering and Technology to offer Ohio University's student pilots a direct path to a CommutAir First Officer position.

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