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October 10, 2018

No Surprises Here: ONE Aviation Files Chapter 11

Legal Filing Will Reportedly Allow For Reorganization Of Embattled Company

ONE Aviation Corporation (along with its subsidiaries Eclipse Aerospace and Kestrel Aircraft), have confirmed that the Company has entered into a consensual restructuring pursuant to the terms of a Restructuring Support Agreement with support from 100% of its voting first lien lenders. As part of this process, the company has voluntarily filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy while concurrently securing financing from its first position lender. This influx of capital combined with its normal operating cash flow, will reportedly allow ONE Aviation to maintain normal operations, minimize business disruption, and position the company for a successful future. The Board of Directo

Airborne 10.10.18: EAA Explains LSA Future, AEA's New Boss, E-AB Stats

Also: Flight Design Specification Configurator, FlightServ, H225M 100K Hours, L3 Technologies

First of all, if you've seen the breathless AOPA "Breaking News" alerts, don't be fooled. They didn't break the news and their reports, which all but ignore EAA, are not the result of an AOPA effort, but of EAA. Again. EAA says the proposed weight limit change to 3,600 pounds for LSA’s is part of the current discussions between EAA and FAA prior to any broad MOSAIC (Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certificates) rulemaking, but discussions are still in the formative stage. “There are numerous

Airborne 10.10.18: EAA Explains LSA Future, AEA's New Boss, E-AB Stats

Also: Flight Design Specification Configurator, FlightServ, H225M 100K Hours, L3 Technologies

First of all, if you've seen the breathless AOPA "Breaking News" alerts, don't be fooled. They didn't break the news and their reports, which all but ignore EAA, are not the result of an AOPA effort, but of EAA. Again. EAA says the proposed weight limit change to 3,600 pounds for LSA’s is part of the current discussions between EAA and FAA prior to any broad MOSAIC (Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certificates) rulemaking, but discussions are still in the formative stage. “There are numerous ideas that have emerged from discussions regarding MOSAIC, which began more than two years ago...” said Sean Elliott, EAA’s vice president of advocacy and sa

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FAA's Hurricane Michael Update

Agency Is Preparing ATC Facilities In The Path Of The Storm

The FAA closely monitors hurricane forecasts and severe weather events and prepares FAA facilities and equipment to withstand storm damage. We prepare and protect air traffic control facilities along the projected storm path so we can quickly resume operations after the hurricane passes. Enabling flights to resume quickly is critical to support disaster relief efforts.

NTSB Releases Probable Cause Report From 2016 Helicopter

Weather Was Deteriorating Through The Day, Pilot Continued VFR Operations Into IFR Conditions

The NTSB has released its probable cause report from an accident which occurred May 6, 2016 near Skagway, Alaska. The pilot of the helicopter was fatally injured in the accident.

Pulselite Bird Strike Prevention System STC Updated

Now Includes Bell 407GX And GXP

Precise Flight has updated its Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) from the FAA for the Pulselite Bird Strike Prevention System to include installation instructions for the Bell 407GX and 407GXP variations.

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FedEx Offers Bonuses To Retirement-Age Pilots To Keep Flying

Freight Hauler Looking Ahead To The Busy Holiday Season

Pilot approaching retirement age at FedEx have been offered bonuses ranging from $40,000 to $110,000 to keep flying through the busy holiday season.

FAA Grants STC For MT-Propeller MTV-9 On Cessna T182 Airplanes

Follows EASA STC Issued Earlier

The FAA has issued and STC to MT-Propeller for the installation of its next generation 3-blade scimitar composite propeller MTV-9-B/200-52 on Cessna T182, T182T, TR182 airplanes powered by the Lycoming engines TIO-540-AK1A or O-540-L3C5D (turbocharged in accordance with Cessna Drawing No. 2250065). This installation is already certified by EASA STC 10060691.

L3 Displays Widow Mission Execution Software At The 2018 AUSA Expo

TacAir Selects Innovative ISR System For The F-5 Aircraft

L3 Technologies will display its ForceX Widow Mission Execution Software will be featured at the 2018 AUSA Annual Meeting and Exposition, October 8-10, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C.

VariFlight Partners With Skyscanner Provides Flight Status Notification Services

Available For Both iOS And Android Platforms

Aviation technology provider VariFlight has announced its partnership with Skyscanner, the global travel comparison platform, to provide real-time notifications of flight status on Skyscanner's mobile app.

FlightServ Acquires Land For New FBO And Hangar Facility

To Be Built At Trenton Mercer Airport

After years of negotiation with Mercer County and the Trenton Mercer Airport Authority (KTTN), FlightServ has acquired a new ground lease upon which it will construct a brand-new FBO and hangar facility.

H225M Soars Past The 100,000 Flight Hour Milestone

Combat-Proven, Robust, Versatile And Reliable Workhorse For Military Missions Worldwide

The H225M, with 88 aircraft currently in service in six countries across the globe, has surpassed the 100,000 flight hour milestone, following its first delivery to the French Air Force in 2006. The aircraft was rapidly deployed by the French Air Force in Lebanon in 2006 where the H225M, also known as the Caracal, successfully evacuated around 300 people.

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Titan Airways Marks 30 Years’ Flying At ERA 2018

Builds On A Successful 2017 And Eyes More Airbus A320 Aircraft

Titan Airways, the U.K. based bespoke and VIP charter airline, returns to the European Regions Airline Association’s Annual General Assembly this week (9th-11th October) as it marks its 30th anniversary.

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Aero-TV: It's 'All Good' - A Flight Design Update

Product Development Continuing On Schedule

Speaking with Aero-News Editor in Chief Jim Campbell at AirVenture 2018, Tom Peghiny, President of Flight Design USA said that the company has been rebuilding since its acquisition by Lift Holdings, a company based in Germany.

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Airborne 10.08.18: Massive LSA Reg Changes, President Signs, S-97 Raider

Also: New Lunar Lander, Hangar Fire, GOES 17 Mishap, Moody Aviation Selects FRASCA

OK, folks... pay attention... this could be a really big deal! Recent messaging from EAA has confirmed that massive changes are coming soon to an LSA near you. Initial reports indicate that the maximum weight criteria for a Light Sport Aircraft will increase after a January Rulemaking effort, followed by an NPRM, due to cooperative efforts by EAA and the FAA. Insiders report that the max weight limit will nearly triple to 3600 pounds, and that some form of maximum speed limit will increase to approximately 150 mph. The ef

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Airbus Board Of Directors Selects Guillaume Faury Future CEO

Will Succeed Tom Enders, Who Will Continue As CEO Until April, 2019

The Board of Directors of Airbus SE has selected Guillaume Faury as future Airbus Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Faury, 50, who currently serves as President Airbus Commercial Aircraft, will succeed Tom Enders, 59, who remains CEO until the Annual General Meeting (AGM) on April 10, 2019, when the appointment of Faury as executive member of the Board will be submitted to shareholders.

Griffiss, NY Airport UAS Test Site Authorization Extended

Designation Will Continue Until 2023

The just-passed five-year FAA Reauthorization bill includes language that would extend the designation for the New York UAS Test Site located at Griffiss International Airport until 2023. The designations for the seven unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) test sites around the country were set to expire in 2019 without congressional action.

DOT Awards $12.7 Million Grant For Austin Airport Expansion

Will Enlarge Paved Aircraft Area Around The Terminal, Enlarge Taxilanes

The FAA will award $12,752,721 in airport infrastructure grants to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. The grant includes $10.1 million in discretionary funds to be used for the final phase of expanding the paved aircraft area around the terminal by 48 acres and enlarging existing taxilanes on the apron around the terminal. This will better accommodate larger and more aircraft at Austin’s airport.

NTSB Releases Preliminary Report From SC Falcon 50 Accident

Two Fatally Injured When Airplane Exited Runway On Landing

The NTSB has released its preliminary report from a runway excursion accident which occurred on September 27 that resulted in the fatal injury of two pilots on board the aircraft. Two passengers sustained serious injuries.

Amateur-Built Accident Rate Drops To New Low In 2017

E-AB Pilots Involved In 2.63 Fatal Accidents Per 100,000 Flight Hours

According to the recently finalized results of the 2017 General Aviation and Part 135 Activity Survey (GA Survey), pilots of experimental amateur-built (E-AB) aircraft were involved in fatal accidents at a lower rate than has ever been recorded, with 2.63 fatal accidents per 100,000 flight hours last year. This breaks the record set the previous year, when E-AB pilots were involved in 3.6 fatal accidents per 100,000 flight hours.

IATA Names Karen Clayton As Corporate Secretary

Appointment Effective In April 2019

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced that Karen Clayton will join IATA as the Association’s Corporate Secretary effective April 2019. Clayton comes to IATA from Air New Zealand where she has held the role of General Counsel and Company Secretary since 2016.

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Gone West: Space Shuttle Pilot Rick Searfoss

Flew Three Shuttle Missions, One As Commander

E-I-C Note: This is awful news... Rick was a close friend and a fellow adventurer in many an interesting pursuit... we were fellow Zero-G staffers through countless Zero-G parabolas, we worked together on XPrize business and were fellow pilots for the Rocket Racing League program. Throughout it all, Rick proved himself the consummate professional and a very good friend. I had a ball working with him, and whenever he was part of the program, great things happened. I mourn his loss and send my love and prayers to his family and friends... he was truly one of the most exceptional aviators I've ever known and a truly valued friend. God bless you, buddy... -- Jim Campbell, ANN CEO

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (10.10.18)

"We have diligently prepared for this succession, reaching a unanimous conclusion after a thorough examination of all potential candidates, internal and external. We are delighted to be appointing someone of Guillaume’s caliber to take the helm." Source: Denis Ranque, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Airbus, on the appointment of Guillaume Faury as future Airbus Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (10.10.18): Attitude Management

The ability to recognize hazardous attitudes in oneself and the willingness to modify them as necessary through the application of an appropriate antidote thought.

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (10.10.18)

The National Test Pilot School

The National Test Pilot School (NTPS) is a not-for-profit civilian educational institution located and incorporated in the State of California. The School was established in 1981 to meet the flight test training needs of both the US and international aerospace communities.

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