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July 11, 2019

Airborne 07.10.19: One More Orbit, WomenVenture 12, Young Eagles & Sporty’s

Also: Saudi Drops 737 MAX, Tamarack Aerospace Update, Restrictions On Drones, NATA

‘One More Orbit’ is a multinational attempt to break the world record for the fastest circumnavigation of the earth via both poles, in a Qatar Executive Gulfstream G650ER ultra long-range business jet. The record is being attempted during the 50th anniversary celebrations of the Apollo 11 moon landing, as a tribute to the past, present, and future of space exploration. The team will launch and complete the record attempt at Space Florida's Launch and Landing Facility (the former Shuttle Landing Facility) at NA

AMA Drone Report 07.11.19: AMA Exec Council, DJI Objects, More FAA Restrictions

Also: Oshkosh Awaits!, MMC Partners W/Yuneec, Drone Strike Assessment, No Drone... Turtle!

Late last month, the AMA Executive Council and the Government Affairs team took a trip to Washington, D.C. to advocate for our hobby. Throughout these meetings, AMA emphasized their commitment to safety and education -- also highlighting examples of how flying model aircraft is a pathway to STEM-related to careers and the work we do to support local charities. Importantly, AMA discussed the upcoming FAA rule-makings for recreational UAS, and were encouraged by the positive dialogue. The FAA recognizes the imp

AMA Drone Report 07.11.19: AMA Exec Council, DJI Objects, More FAA Restrictions

Also: Oshkosh Awaits!, MMC Partners W/Yuneec, Drone Strike Assessment, No Drone... Turtle!

Late last month, the AMA Executive Council and the Government Affairs team took a trip to Washington, D.C. to advocate for our hobby. Throughout these meetings, AMA emphasized their commitment to safety and education -- also highlighting examples of how flying model aircraft is a pathway to STEM-related to careers and the work we do to support local charities. Importantly, AMA discussed the upcoming FAA rule-makings for recreational UAS, and were encouraged by the positive dialogue. The FAA recognizes the importance of the model aviation community and wants to continue our longstanding partnership. On Capitol Hill, members of Congress pledged support to AMA and stand ready to weigh-in with

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Edwards AFB Sends Earthquake Response To Nearby Base

Provides Emergency Crews To Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake Near Ridgecrest, CA

Following two earthquakes that rocked the high desert area, members of Edwards Air Force Base provided emergency crews to Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake near Ridgecrest, California.

Woolpert Approved By PennDOT To Operate Drones For State Projects

Agency Requires UAS Operators To Undergo Extensive PennDOT Training In Addition To Attaining An FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.

Numerous surveying, mapping and geospatial professionals completed the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation’s (PennDOT) Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) training July 2. The training, which was conducted by Woolpert, is part of PennDOT’s certification process. PennDOT contractors who use drones on state projects must complete the training and hold a Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate issued by the FAA.

AEA Continues Its ADS-B Drawings At AirVenture

Five Aircraft Owners Will Receive $1,000 Towards ADS-B Installation

To help incentivize owners of general aviation aircraft meet the Federal Aviation Administration's ADS-B Out equipage mandate in the United States, the Aircraft Electronics Association will randomly award five aircraft owners with $1,000 toward an ADS-B compliant upgrade during the Experimental Aircraft Association's AirVenture Oshkosh, July 22-28.

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FRASCA RTD Is Simulator Of Choice For Top Flight Schools

Volume Of Sales Demonstrates The RTDs Success At Pilot Training Schools Worldwide

Frasca International, Inc. has received several orders for their RTD - Reconfigurable Training Device in recent months.

Ball Aerospace Successfully Commissions Small Satellite

Begins On-Orbit Testing Of Green Fuel

Ball Aerospace has officially commissioned NASA's Green Propellant Infusion Mission (GPIM) and begun on-orbit testing of a non-toxic, high-performance propellant. GPIM launched on June 25, 2019 at 2:30 a.m. EDT on board a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket.

CAE Expands Cadet Training Capabilities In Europe

Opens A New Flight Training Location Based In Oslo, Norway

CAE is expanding its training capability in Europe with a new flight training location based in Oslo, Norway.

Hervé Rousselle Joins Universal Avionics

Named Regional Sales Manager For Europe

Robert Clare, Director of Sales for Universal Avionics (UA), has announced that Hervé Rousselle has been appointed to the position of Regional Sales Manager for Europe. Based out of Lyon, France, Rousselle is responsible for UA’s product sales and overall market growth in France, Luxemburg, Italy, Belgium, and French-speaking areas of Switzerland.

Passenger Captures Video Of Delta MD-88 In-Flight Engine Failure

Plane Made A Successful Emergency Landing In North Carolina

A Delta Airlines MD-88 suffered an engine failure on a flight from Atlanta to Baltimore Monday, and a passenger captured video of the incident.

Winners For The 2019 'Warbirds 20 Under 40' Program Announced

Recognizes The Next Generation Of Warbird Contributors Under 40 Years Of Age

A new program was introduced at the 2019 National Warbird Operators Conference, Warbirds "20 Under 40." Many Warbird owners and operators feel that now is the time to recognize the individuals under 40 years old for their contributions to the Warbird field.

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Astronics Signs Definitive Agreement To Sell Its Airfield Lighting Product Line

Will Be Acquired By Hughey & Phillips LLC

Astronics Corporation, a provider of advanced technologies for global aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries, announced today the signing of a definitive agreement under which Hughey & Phillips, LLC, will acquire the Airfield Lighting product line from Astronics.

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Aero-TV: How It All Started - Sporty's Founder Hal Shevers

One-On-One With The Founder Of One Of The Best-Known Aviation Products Companies

Sporty's started out as "Sportsman's Market Incorporated" ... but according to founder Hal Shevers, "that was a mouthful" and people were simply referring to the company as "Sporty's". And that's what the company has been called ever since.

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Aero-TV: How It All Started - Sporty's Founder Hal Shevers

One-On-One With The Founder Of One Of The Best-Known Aviation Products Companies

Sporty's started out as "Sportsman's Market Incorporated" ... but according to founder Hal Shevers, "that was a mouthful" and people were simply referring to the company as "Sporty's". And that's what the company has been called ever since. Hal founded Sporty’s over 50 years ago as a young flight instructor, and he’s been flying and teaching aviation ever since. In the mid-1960s, he pioneered the three day ground school, and spent many years traveling the country teaching pilots to earn their instrument rating.

AMA Drone Report 06.27.19: Drone Racing League, Drunk Drones, Bizarre UK Comment

Also: ANN Oshkosh Coverage, FT Aviator Drone Controller, DJI High-Security Solution, Wounded Eagle UAS

The Drone Racing League has announced that it will organize its first large-scale ticketed event in the United States, a stop on its world tour at Chase Field in Phoenix. The 2019 DRL Allianz World Championship Season will include the event on September 8 at the home of MLB’s Arizona Diamondbacks. The event will also include a family-friendly zone that will include featuring DRL’s first live Artificial Intelligence Robotic Racing (AIRR) Circuit event. AIRR features autonomous DRL drones tha

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FAA Administrator Nominee Steve Dickson Clears Senate Commerce Committee

Vote Was Along Party Lines To Advance The Nomination To The Full Senate

The nomination of former Delta Airlines executive Steve Dickson to become the next FAA Administrator has been approved by the Senate Commerce Committee on a party-line vote.

Thirteenth Annual Electric Aircraft Symposium Lands In Oshkosh

CAFE Foundation And Vertical Flight Society Co-Host Event Prior To EAA AirVenture

Two dozen of the world’s leading electric aircraft developers and technology experts will be speaking at the CAFE Foundation’s 13th Annual Electric Aircraft Symposium (EAS) at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, on July 20-21 — the weekend prior to AirVenture 2019.

Virgin Orbit Cleared For First LauncherOne Drop Test

Completed Final Captured Carry Test Tuesday

Virgin Orbit is ready to move to the next phase of testing for its LauncherOne rocket after the completion of its final captured carry test of the booster.

Blue Line Aviation Expands Training Fleet

Orders 11 New Jet-Fuel Powered Diamond Aircraft

North Carolina headquartered flight training provider Blue Line Aviation has ordered 11 new jet-fuel burning Diamond Aircraft. The order includes 10 new DA40 NG’s and one DA42-VI twin aircraft, and will be delivered over the next 18 months. The purchase comes less than a year after the company ordered 6 Jet-A burning DA40 NG aircraft and 1 DA42-VI that have been rolling into service in 2019.

EAA And WAI Celebrate A Dozen Years Of WomenVenture

All Systems Go For EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2019

For the twelfth year, women attending EAA AirVenture will enjoy a show within a show as a host of WomenVenture activities take place. EAA WomenVenture is an annual celebration of women from all facets of the aviation community.

Aireon ALERT Goes Live

Global Emergency Aircraft Locating Service Provides Critical, On-Demand Data To Aviation Stakeholders As A Public Service

The Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) and Aireon have announced that the Aireon Aircraft Location and Emergency Response Tracking (ALERT) service is officially live.

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Drone Delivery Of Temperature-Sensitive Medicines Demonstrated

Potential New Option For Delivering Medicines And Vaccines In Hard-To-Reach Locations And During Emergencies

A consortium led by humanitarian aid organization Direct Relief has announced the successful completion of a program testing the potential to deliver temperature-controlled medicines and vaccines by using unmanned aerial vehicles. It is the fourth in a series of proof-of-concept missions the group has undertaken to demonstrate the potential of using UAVs to safely deliver temperature-dependent medicines and vaccines to hard-to-reach locations.

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (07.11.19)

“The electric-powered aircraft industry is gaining momentum and the Symposium provides an opportunity to get a comprehensive brief on the state of the industry and meet the top leaders before EAA AirVenture begins.” Source: Yolanka Wulff, Executive Director of the non-profit CAFE Foundation.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (07.11.19): Airworthiness Directive

A regulatory notice sent out by the FAA to the registered owner of an aircraft informing the owner of a condition that prevents the aircraft from continuing to meet its conditions for airworthiness.

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (07.11.19)

European Airshow Council

The European Airshow Council consists of a group of like-minded people that meet annually and understand that everyone involved in Airshows should be striving to achieve standards of excellence in their activities.

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