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August 14, 2019

Airborne 08.14.19: Dickson Sworn In, GAMA Report, Plane Shooter, F-35C Aviatrix

Also: AEA Avionics Market Report, WASP Pilot Dorothy Olsen, Boston MedFlight, AF Pilot Shortage

In case you missed it, the FAA finally has a new Boss... Former Acting Administrator Dan Elwell is now back to being the Deputy Administrator. GAMA has published a mid-year industry update with the release of preliminary second quarter 2019 aircraft shipment and billings data. Piston and business jet deliveries increased through the first six months of 2019 compared to the same time period in 2018, while turboprop airplane and rotorcraft shipments were lower. The piston market continued to lead the increase i

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DuPage Airport Introduces Students, Community To World Of Aviation

Third Annual Back To School Event Instills Passion For Aviation, Stem Learning

With a new school year about to take flight, DuPage Airport (KDPA) and the City of West Chicago invited students and their families to the tarmac Thursday for the Third Annual Back to School Celebration. The event introduced area students to the world of aviation with a behind-the-scenes look at one of the region’s busiest business aviation airports.

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Airbus Looks For A Quantum LEAP In Computing Power

Quantum Computing Is Showing Great Potential To Solve Computational Challenges In Aircraft Modelling, Simulation And More

Once thought of as impossible due to its complexity, quantum computing could be a game-changing technology across industries—from science to medicine. In the aerospace industry, quantum computing is showing great potential to solve computational challenges in aircraft modelling, simulation and more.  

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AMA Drone Report 08.08.19: DJI FPV System, LAANC OK, DRL Consumer Drone

Also: Redesigned B4UFLY App, Parrot Pushing ANAFI, EHang Founder Honored, Public Safety Drone Programs

DJI has launched the DJI Digital FPV Transmission System, which includes FPV goggles, an FPV Air Unit Transmission Module, an FPV remote controller and an FPV camera. The DJI FPV Air Unit Module uses DJI HD Low Latency FPV Transmission technology and offers a low end-to-end latency of 28 milliseconds. The FPV system has a maximum transmission range of 2.5 miles while anti-interference technology brings a reliable feed to the goggles during flight. Additionally, a “Focus Mode” narrows down t

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Aero-TV: The Ever-Evolving AirCam - Raising the Bar Higher Than Ever

New AirCam Option Allows For The Installation Of A Third Seat

The recently announced Aircam 'Gen-3' model airframe now has the option of incorporating a third seat located behind the second seat as well as a 220-pound gross weight increase from the current 1,680-pound max gross weight -- totaling up to 1,900 pounds. The new jump seat can be readily converted between cargo usage or the carrying of a third passenger.

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Avionics Airman Inspires Young Women At Aviation Camp

Shares Her Path To Her Goals At GirlVenture Camp At AirVenture

An avionics technician recently returned to her place of inspiration, an event that helped her further set her sights on the skies right after she graduated high school in 2015.

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Airborne 08.12.19: Pipistrel Sets Record, Avionics Theft, Skydive Record

Also: AVFUEL Adds Two, HSC-25 Provides MEDEVAC, Enforcement For Service Animals, Gone West: ‘Hank’ Henry

As previously noted in Aero-News and Airborne coverage, Oshkosh 2019 was a record setter for EAA and the sport aviation community. Now, we’ve found that others are pleased to report a similar effect on their own operations. Well-known sport aviation powerhouse, Pipistrel Aircraft is now reporting record sales activity from this year’s event. Single unit, onsite, sales now number at 11 airframes from Oshkosh alone, and some 30 additional potential orders are under negotiation.

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Aero-News: Quote of the Day (08.14.19)

“While the year-to-date aircraft shipments are mixed, this should not obscure the outlook for a bright future for general aviation. Our mid-year report shows new aircraft reaching entry into service milestones with additional models expected to enter into service before the end of 2019." Source: GAMA’s president & CEO, Pete Bunce.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Term (08.14.19): 100-Hour Inspection

An inspection identical in scope to an annual inspection. Conducted every 100 hours of flight on aircraft of under 12,500 pounds that are used to carry passengers for hire.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (08.14.19)

FlySafe: The Importance of Weather Information

In the August installment of the FAA's 'FlySafe" series on preventing Loss of Control accidents, pilots get great information about the importance of up-to-date weather briefings and how adverse weather can lead to an LOC accident.

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