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The Department of the Air Force’s X-37B spaceplane, a reusable, multi-purpose, system that operates without an onboard crew, won the prestigious Robert J. Collier Trophy Aug. 13 for advancing technology that pushes “the boundaries of flight and space exploration.” In announcing the award, Jim Albaugh, chairman of The National Aeronautic Association which sponsors the competition, praised the X-37B, “As the world’s only autonomous, reusable spaceplane, it continues to contribute to our understandin
Aero Linx: Guild of Air Traffic Control Officers
GATCO is a professional body which represents the professional interests and opinions of those in the air traffic management profession. Membership is open to civil or military air traffic controllers, flight information service officers, aerospace battle managers (weapons) and anyone involved in the air traffic management support including non operational positions. GATCO members are employed at units from small general aviation and military airfields to major international airports and en-route centres. Members also include UK licensed controllers working abroad.
Estimated (EST)
When used in NOTAMs “EST” is a contraction that is used by the issuing authority only when the condition is expected to return to service prior to the expiration time. Using “EST” lets the user know that this NOTAM has the possibility of returning to service earlier than the expiration time. Any NOTAM which includes an “EST” will be auto-expired at the designated expiration time.
“Bruce (Landsberg) brings a wealth of experience to the NTSB with his extensive general aviation safety background. While serving as vice chairman during the past two years, Bruce has provided great assistance to me in my role as chairman. I’m delighted that President Trump has allowed him to continue in that capacity for another three years.”
Source: NTSB Chairman Robert Sumwalt, who commented on President Donald Trump having designated Landsberg as the Board’s Vice Chairman Friday. Landsberg began a five-year appointment as a NTSB board member Aug. 7, 2018, and on that same day began a two-year term as the NTSB’s Vice Chairman.
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