Long-Time Rotorcraft Manufacturer Looks To Build North American Presence
While at EAA AirVenture 2015, ANN CEO and Editor-In-Chief, Jim Campbell, checked in on the world of kit-built helicopters by visiting with Raul Oreste, the Chief Commercial Officer for Cicare SA Helicopters. Cicare helicopters is located in Argentina but they are now setting up operations in the United States. Oreste tells us that their company now has four models of helicopters on the market. As he discusses each model, you’ll see each one being flown in the video. An unusual twist in their line of helicopters is a tandem seat version. We all know that helicopter training can be c
Aero Linx: Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum
Update on the Campaign to Save the Museum: The Foundation has been working with Marine Corps leaders with the goal of keeping the collection intact and moving it to a new location. An article by the Foundation’s Executive Director, BGen Michael Aguilar, about proposed plan to move the collection to Great Park in Irvine, California is covered in a recent podcast. Thousands of you signed petitions to keep the museum open to the public and shared movin
Simplified Directional Facility (SDF)
A NAVAID used for nonprecision instrument approaches. The final approach course is similar to that of an ILS localizer except that the SDF course may be offset from the runway, generally not more than 3 degrees, and the course may be wider than the localizer, resulting in a lower degree of accuracy.
"Through the first six months of 2021, we can see that the industry continues to progress in its recovery efforts. While it is encouraging to see segments improve from 2020, we still trail when compared to how the industry was faring before the onset of the pandemic. Efforts to address ongoing supply chain issues, strengthen our workforce and enhance environmental sustainability will continue to be at the forefront as interest and demand for aircraft remains robust."
Source: GAMA President and CEO Pete Bunce, following the release of GAMA's 2Q/21 Shipment and Billing Report.
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