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Engineered Propulsion Systems, Inc, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The company undertook this development of its own initiative via their debtor’s attorney, James D. Sweet of Steinhilber Swanson LLP.  The EPS Diesel engine program had been getting serious attention from civilian and military parties while the company reportedly spent some $60 million in private investment dollars to seek a working production version and eventual certification. Textron has flown its

Air Traffic Clearance An authorization by air traffic control for the purpose of preventing collision between known aircraft, for an aircraft to proceed under specified traffic conditions within controlled airspace. The pilot-in-command of an aircraft may not deviate from the provisions of a visual flight rules (VFR) or instrument flight rules (IFR) air traffic clearance except in an emergency or unless an amended clearance has been obtained...

Aero Linx: The International Federation of Air Line Pilots' Associations An international not-for-profit organization, IFALPA represents more than 100,000 pilots in nearly 100 countries worldwide. IFALPA supports its Member Associations by: Interacting with international organizations to develop policies and positions and promote their adoption by ICAO, international regulatory authorities, and the State of each Member Association. Promoting and enhancing the role of professional pilots in ensuring the safety of the aircraft and well-being of passengers and goods; and providing professional development for the benefit of working pilots. Providing Member Associations with services as needed, including

“We conduct routine flight operations and training exercises throughout the Hawaiian islands. One of the Coast Guard’s core missions includes the protection of all marine life and we take pride in the opportunity to assist our partner agencies like The Marine Mammal Center and NOAA in recovery efforts of endangered animals.” Source: CDR James Morrow, pilot, Coast Guard 14th District, in comments associated with the story of Personnel from the Coast Guard 14th District, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), and The Marine Mammal Center -- all partneringg to transport four Hawaiian Monk Seals from Ke Kai Ola, The Marine Mammal Center’s hospital dedicated to the rehabilitation of Hawaiian Mon