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Airborne 06.09.21: Bezos To Launch, Stupid Pilot Trick, UAV Aerial Refueling

Also: 1st Black Aviatrix, Rescue Helicopter on SAF, Runway Safety Town Hall, S-TEC 3100

Jeff Bezos' Instagram post says it all... "Ever since I was five years old, I’ve dreamed of traveling to space. On July 20th, I will take that journey with my brother. The greatest adventure, with my best friend. #GradatimFerociter" Blue Origin has confirmed that Jeff Bezos and his brother Mark will join the auction winner on New Shepard’s first human flight on July 20th. The Bay County Sheriff’s Office is looking for the pilot of a small plane that flew at approximately 300 feet over crowds a

Airborne-Special Edition 05.20.21: Looking to AirVenture With Jack Pelton, Pt 1

Also: Following A Successful Sun n Fun, It's Time To Look Ahead To Oshkosh...

Now that Sun and Fun is firmly in the rearview mirror, and it’s massive crowds showed how successful aviation events can be, it's time to look forward to the long-awaited 2021 rendition of EAA AirVenture. In order to get a proper look at what this year's Oshkosh could look like, we video chatted with EAA boss, Jack Pelton, about what we can expect. Because of the massive numbers of people who attended Sun n Fun, combined with truly impressive Advance ticket sales for this year's AirVenture, suggest that this O

Airborne-Special Edition 05.21.21: Looking to AirVenture With Jack Pelton, Pt 2

Also: Following A Successful Sun n Fun, It's Time To Look Ahead To Oshkosh...

Now that Sun and Fun is firmly in the rearview mirror, and it’s massive crowds showed how successful aviation events can be, it's time to look forward to the long-awaited 2021 rendition of EAA AirVenture. In order to get a proper look at what this year's Oshkosh could look like, we video chatted with EAA boss, Jack Pelton, about what we can expect. Because of The massive numbers of people who attended Sun n Fun, combined with truly impressive Advance ticket sales for this year's AirVenture, suggest that this Oshkosh coul

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (06.14.21)

Aero Linx: The Early Birds Of Aviation The Early Birds Of Aviation: An organization of pioneers who flew solo before December 17, 1916. This really outstanding website has entries for some 97 pioneer aviators, both the famous and the lesser known of them. Most of them are complete with biographies and photographs. In addition, the site provides recommendations for Further Reading : "Project Gutenburg eTexts"and "Website Bibliographies."

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (06.14.21): Glideslope Intercept Altitude

Glideslope Intercept Altitude The published minimum altitude to intercept the glideslope in the intermediate segment of an instrument approach. Government charts use the lightning bolt symbol to identify this intercept point. This intersection is called the Precise Final Approach fix (PFAF). ATC directs a higher altitude, the resultant intercept becomes the PFAF.

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (06.14.21)

"WomenVenture has become a fixture of the AirVenture experience for thousands of women every year. I can't count the number of times that surprise meetings or helpful advice from now-mentors or guest speakers have positively impacted my aviation journey, both personally and professionally. The events of the week enable women to recharge through inspiration, and connect or re-connect with mentors, friends, and luminaries in the field." Source: Margaret Viola, WomenVenture Volunteer Chair, commenting on the next WomenVenture, scheduled for this July 28th.