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June 14, 2017

Airborne 06.14.17: WACO Amphib!, Will ATC Plan Feed Deficit?, iFly GPS Version 1

Also: Legend Cub, F-35A Update, Daher's Thermoplastics, Airtext, Apollo 16, WAI Lauds ARC, Cherokee Nation Tech

The WACO ‘Skunk Worx’ reports they are working on something really fun (and wet). That is, assuming you consider splashing around lakes in an amphibious WACO, fun. The company reports that construction has started using a damaged YMF-5C as the parts donor to create its first Amphibious Float Plane, the YMF-5F. The imminent approval of the new MT Constant Speed propeller combined with the new 300 HP Jacobs make an amphibious float equipped WACO not only possible but also much more f

Airborne 06.14.17: WACO Amphib!, Will ATC Plan Feed Deficit?, iFly GPS Version 10

Also: Legend Cub, F-35A Update, Daher's Thermoplastics, Airtext, Apollo 16, WAI Lauds ARC, Cherokee Nation Tech

The WACO ‘Skunk Worx’ reports they are working on something really fun (and wet). That is, assuming you consider splashing around lakes in an amphibious WACO, fun. The company reports that construction has started using a damaged YMF-5C as the parts donor to create its first Amphibious Float Plane, the YMF-5F. The imminent approval of the new MT Constant Speed propeller combined with the new 300 HP Jacobs make an amphibious float equipped WACO not only possible but also much more functional. Privatizing Air Traffic Control will potentially add $20 to $46 billion to the federal deficit, according to the budget released by the White House. The shift of ATC fr

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Lockheed Martin Reveals More SR-72 Details

Strike/Recon Aircraft Should Fly As Fast As Mach 6

Lockheed Martin's Advanced Development Programs ... also known as the "Skunk Works" ... has posted some new information about the SR-72 aircraft that has been under development in conjunction with DARPA since 2000.

Boeing Touts New Mid-Size Airliner In Advance Of Paris Air Show

Boeing VP Mike Delaney Says New Airplane Will Open Up Key City Pairs

Boeing says that the new two-member mid-sized airplane family will open up new opportunities in the 220- to 270-seat market much as the Dreamliner did for the segment it serves by opening up city pairs that are not profitable for larger aircraft and not reachable by smaller ones.

Duncan Aviation Releases New ADS-B Compliance Numbers

Says Some 73% Of U.S. Registered Business Aircraft Have Still Not Complied With 2020 Mandate

In December 2016, Duncan Aviation began a concerted campaign to educate business aircraft owners/operators about the anticipated crunch the industry will experience as the Jan. 1, 2020, ADS-B Out mandate draws closer. At the time, Duncan Aviation estimated that more than 2,000 business aircraft could be grounded for non-compliance. The company’s data analytics team recently developed even more accurate methods for determining the number of aircraft in compliance, and the results paint an even more urgent picture for operators who still need to comply with ADS-B.

Flying Aviation Expo Decides To Put The Event On Hold

Exploring 'New Opportunities" With AOPA Regional Events

The Flying Aviation Expo in Palm Beach, CA planned for later this year has been put on hold by its organizer and principal sponsor, Scheyden Precision Eyewear while exploring new opportunities with AOPA’s regional events.

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First Flight For Advanced Hawk Demonstrator Aircraft Completed

Features Redesigned Wing, New Pilot Display

A concept of a future variant of BAE Systems' highly successful Hawk aircraft has flown for the first time at the Company’s military aircraft facility in Warton, Lancashire. Equipped with a new type of pilot display, a redesigned wing and defensive aids, the Advanced Hawk will meet market requirements for the next generation of fast jet training aircraft.

The New Face Of Radiation Monitoring: The Phoenix ACE RAD

BNC Scientific Unveils A New Tool In Their Suite Of HAZMAT / First-Responder Instrumentation

BNC Scientific is now offering a UAV Radiation Detection solution in our suite of HAZMAT / first-responder instrumentation. The WB Johnson Phoenix ACE RAD Airborne Radiation Detector compliments the company's family of nuclear detection technology and is available as part of an equipment bundle or as a single unit sale. The lightweight system is capable of detecting gamma and x-rays from a safe distance using a tablet and joystick controller. UAV's equipped with nuclear radiation detectors are a valuable tool in a complete radiation detection and incident mitigation program.

Grandson Of Enola Gay Pilot Flies Refurbished B-29

Brig. Gen. Paul Tibbets IV Only Pilot To Fly Both Airworthy B-29s

Wichita’s beloved B-29 Superfortress, Doc, took to the skies yet again June 9, 2017, from McConnell Air Force Base, this time with an added aspect of historical significance and Air Force heritage. Sitting in the co-pilot seat was Brig. Gen. Paul Tibbets IV, the 509th Bomb Wing commander. Taking control of the aircraft means he has now flown the only two currently operational B-29s, Doc and Fifi.

Prince George's County MD Police Department To Expand Aviation Section

A Third MD 520N Will Join The Fleet In Spring 2018

The Prince George’s County (MD) Police Department Aviation Section is expanding to include a third MD 520N helicopter, with delivery expected in the spring of 2018.

LM-100J Commercial Freighter To Make International Debut

Will Be On Display At The 2017 Paris Air Show

The LM-100J, Lockheed Martin's new commercial freighter aircraft, will make its international debut at the 2017 International Paris Air Show. The aircraft will be on static display June 19-21 at Paris-Le Bourget Airport.

Daher TBM 930 Featured In Video With French Precision Team

Aircraft Provided Support For Patrouille de France During U.S. Tour

Daher’s support of the Patrouille de France aerobatic team’s trans-Atlantic crossing for its U.S. tour that honored America’s entry into World War I is highlighted in a new video now available online.

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Spitfire Flips On Takeoff In France

Debris From The Aircraft May Have Injured At Least One Spectator

A restored Spitfire XIX was involved in an accident during a takeoff attempt at the L’aérodrome de Longuyon – Villette in northeastern France on Sunday when it flipped over at near takeoff speed. The accident reportedly sent debris into a group of spectators, causing one injury.

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Aero-TV: 2017 FAA UAS Symposium - AUVSI Boss, Brian Wynne

Brian Wynne Looks Ahead To 'The Hard Stuff’…

The FAA's second annual UAV Symposium held in March in Washington, D.C. brought industry stakeholders and a large number of FAA leaders and employees into the same place to discuss the future of Unmanned Aircraft in the United States.

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Aero-TV: 2017 FAA UAS Symposium - AUVSI Boss, Brian Wynne

Brian Wynne Looks Ahead To 'The Hard Stuff’…

The FAA's second annual UAV Symposium held in March in Washington, D.C. brought industry stakeholders and a large number of FAA leaders and employees into the same place to discuss the future of Unmanned Aircraft in the United States. AUVSI president and CEO Bryan Wynne told ANN CEO and Editor in Chief Jim Campbell at the FAA's UAS Symposium that, for him, the adoption of Part 107 was "the sound of the gun going off." The industry is now making progress with regulators on issues such as flight beyond visual line of sight, flight over people and integration of larger platforms

Trump May Withdraw From ICAO Emissions Agreement

Plan Set To Go Into Effect In 2021

The Trump Administration has not yet decided whether it will stay committed to the ICAO Carbon Offset and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA), according to the U.S. State Department.

AMA Drone Report 06.08.17: FAI World Drone Racing, Microdrones, Bambi-Copter

Also: Camp AMA, Major League Drone Goof, Cook County v Drones, Michael Huerta Update

FAI has issued a call for bids for the first FAI World Drone Racing Championships, to be held in late 2017 or early 2018. Billed as the #1 Sport Series of the New Generation, the FAI World Drone Racing Championships will harness the international excitement and enthusiasm around drones in a four day world championships competition. It will see the world’s best Drone Racers compete for the most prestigious title in the sport – FAI World Champion. DR1 Racing and Air Hogs announced last year that they would be

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Boeing Finalizes Deal With Iran's Aseman Airlines

Agreement For 30 737 MAX Airplanes Signed In Tehran

An agreement between Boeing and Iran's Aseman Airlines has been signed at a ceremony in Tehran that will supply 30 737 MAX airliners to the Iranian airline between 2022 and 2024, provided the deal is approved by the U.S. government.

All Three Former Heads Of The ATC System Urge Support For Reform

Joint Letter Sent To House Transportation Committee Chair Bill Shuster

Each of the three past FAA Chief Operating Officers (COOs) have come out in strong support of air traffic control reform. Their support was expressed in a new letter to Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Bill Shuster (R-PA) dated June 8, 2017.

American Space Commerce Free Enterprise Act Of 2017 Clears Committee

Measure Moves To The Full House For Consideration

The U.S. House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology has unanimously approved H.R. 2809, the American Space Commerce Free Enterprise Act of 2017, and the bill now moves to the full U.S. House of Representatives for consideration. Chairman Lamar Smith (R-TX), Space Subcommittee Chairman Babin (R-TX), Rep. Jim Bridenstine (R-OK), and House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) praised the bill’s passage.

Twilight Flight Fest Highlights Less Traditional Forms Of Aviation

Puts A Spotlight On The 'Grassroots' Forms Of Flying

Starting this year at AirVenture, the Twilight Flight Fest at the Fun Fly Zone will consist of a series of flying events on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday evening during AirVenture.

Mayors Across the Country Speak Out Against Air Traffic Control Privatization

Say There Are 'Serious Concerns' About President Trump's Plan

Following the announcement by the White House in support of privatization of the nation’s air traffic control system, a bipartisan group of over 35 Mayors from 28 states across the country released a statement critical of the plan.

Musk: Falcon Heavy Could Fly In Three Months

SpaceX Founder Tweets Potential Timeline

The Falcon Heavy could have its first flight in as little as three months, according to a Tweet from SpaceX Founder Elon Musk.

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Airborne 06.13.17: Zenair Electric Bushplane, ATC Reform Oppo, Plane v Gator

Also: Aero-Calendar, Flexjet, Honeywell, TRU Simulation, Treed U/L, Rolls-Royce

Solar Ship and Zenair Ltd have announced an agreement to convert the existing Zenair STOL CH750 aircraft into an electric bush plane. This new aircraft will provide extreme short take-off and landing (XSTOL) capability enabling pilots to take-off in areas without runways. The aircraft is recharged by either a battery swap or electric vehicle rechargers. It will not use fossil fuel and will be available as a bush plane, float or amphibious. Rep. Rick Larsen, joined by Rep. Peter DeFazio and Democrats on the House Committee on

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (06.14.17)

“While this review is under way, the United States will continue to engage constructively on CORSIA’s further development, informed by our airlines, who continue to support CORSIA, and our technical experts.” Source: U.S. State Department spokesperson.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (06.14.17): Point-To-Point (PTP)

A level of NRR service for aircraft that is based on traditional waypoints in their FMSs or RNAV equipage.

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (06.14.17)

Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals Founded in 1976, the Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the encouragement and advancement of minorities in all aviation and aerospace careers.

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