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Last January, Congress passed the National Defense Appropriations Act, which included funding to close the St. Marys airport in southeast Georgia. The airport is now slated to close, permanently, no later than July 14. The airport is reportedly closing because of its long-time proximity to Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, with the Feds explaining that the airport has been a security concern since 9/11. The city had supposedly been unable to close the airport because of its
Also: Army Drone Escape, AEA/HAI, Network Of Drone Enthusiasts, Bell 505, Universal Avionics, 1st C-130J, Hybrid A/C
Last January, Congress passed the National Defense Appropriations Act, which included funding to close the St. Marys airport in southeast Georgia. The airport is now slated to close, permanently, no later than July 14. The airport is reportedly closing because of its long-time proximity to Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, with the Feds explaining that the airport has been a security concern since 9/11. The city had supposedly been unable to close the airport because of its obligations under the federal AIP program. More to the point; they were unwilling to pay the estimated $5 million in FAA penalties to close the airport. The Faribault, MN
Select Service Centers To Receive Incentives And Training To Increase Local Support And Service Capabilities
Airbus Helicopters is taking additional steps to enhance customer support to its many, far-flung Airbus helicopter operators by creating a network of specially trained, stocked and equipped Premium Service Centers.
Establishes Full Repair, Overhaul And Exchange Support For Fleets In Chile And Australasia
Textron company Able Aerospace Services has been selected by Eagle Copters Ltd. as the exclusive provider for component repair, overhaul and exchange services for helicopter installations in Australasia and Chile. The agreement includes support for a significant mixed fleet of aircraft in these regions. It will also help Eagle Copters expand its existing Bell Helicopters Certified Service Facility (CSF) rating to include broad overhaul solutions for the Australasia market.
Eighteen New Helicopter Maintenance Programs Launched In 2016, 10 More Planned This Year
Jet Support Services, Inc. continues to invest heavily in serving the helicopter market with 18 new helicopter maintenance programs introduced in 2016. A further 10 maintenance programs are already in development for 2017, with more to follow.
Regionally Based Simulators Will Be Used By 600 Pilots For Recurrent Helicopter Air Ambulance And IIMC Training
Frasca International has sold seven Advanced Aviation Training Devices (AATDs) for the Bell 206/407 series helicopters to Air Evac Lifeteam, the largest independently owned and operated Helicopter Air Ambulance (HAA) provider in the United States. The seven AATDs will be used by Air Evac to provide recurrent flight training for 600 pilots every four months, on HAA operating procedures and flight in inadvertent instrument meteorological conditions (IIMC).
Includes Approvals For Multiple Models Of The Aircraft
DAC International, a subsidiary of Aero Precision Holdings LP, has received Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) approval to install the Esterline CMA-6800 LCD Display on the S-76B/C helicopter. The STC includes approvals for the S-76B, S-76C+ and S-76C++ models.
Key Component Of Company's Integrated Learning System
FlightSafety International and Sikorsky have announced the entry into service of a new Graphical Flight-deck simulator designed specifically for the Sikorsky S-76D helicopter.
The 28th Annual Conference Held In Orlando, FL Last Week
The 28th Annual International Women in Aviation Conference accomplished its goal to Connect. Engage. Inspire. at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort In Lake Buena Vista, Florida, March 2-4, 2017.
The Sporty’s Foundation made bequests totaling $157,700 during 2016 to fulfill its goal to attract young people to the aviation community as pilots and as those who design, build and maintain the aircraft we fly. The Foundation has issued its most recent Annual Report, detailing activities and bequests during 2016 and may be seen online at SportysFoundation.org.
Fundraising Effort Planned With Goal Of Resuming The Hunt For The Aircraft
Relatives of some of the passengers lost when MH370 disappeared in March of 2014 announced Saturday that they plan to try to raise funds to continue the search for the missing Boeing 777.
Two female African-American pilots for Delta Airlines made company history February 26th when they comprised the cockpit crew for one of the airline's "mainline" flights from Detroit to Las Vegas.
Brig. Gen. Paul Tibbets IV Elevated To Commander Of The Air Force Global Strike Command
The Pentagon has announced that Brig. Gen. Paul W. Tibbets IV has been promoted to to vice commander, Headquarters Air Force Global Strike Command at Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana.
Also: Parrot Drones, NRL's UAV 'Wingman', Goglia on FAA Drone Tracking, DJI's Adam Lisberg Talks FARs
After Intel made a huge splash at the Super Bowl by providing a drone-delivered light show (albeit pre-recorded) above Lady Gaga, Intel is adding a second act by introducing a ready-to-fly drone development vehicle it is calling ‘Intel Aero.’ The latest Intel debut is a ready-to-fly unmanned aerial vehicle development platform that is a fully assembled, fully functional, quadcopter powered by an ‘Intel Aero Compute Board,’ equipped with Intel RealSense depth and vision capabilities -- and running an open-source Linux operating system. irMap, the developer of an airspace drone management platform, has announced a $26 million Series
Also: Parrot Drones, NRL's UAV 'Wingman', Goglia on FAA Drone Tracking, DJI's Adam Lisberg Talks FARs
After Intel made a huge splash at the Super Bowl by providing a drone-delivered light show (albeit pre-recorded) above Lady Gaga, Intel is adding a second act by introducing a ready-to-fly drone development vehicle it is calling ‘Intel Aero.’ The latest Intel debut is a ready-to-fly unmanned aerial vehicle development platform that is a fully assembled, fully functional, quadcopter powered by an ‘Intel Aero Compute Board,’ equipped with Intel RealSense depth and v
The FAA is working hard to keep pace with the explosive developments in the drone industry when it comes to the regulatory environment. That is the assessment of Adam Lisberg, Head U.S. Spokesman for drone giant DJI. Lisberg spoke to Aero-News CEO and Editor-in-Chief Jim Campbell at the recent Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
Seeks To Prevent Shortening Of The Runway While The Court Reviews The Settlement
Six aviation stakeholders have filed a motion before the U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit, requesting a stay against the FAA and an injunction against the city of Santa Monica, CA preventing any further actions to reduce the length of the runway, and to curtail aviation operations at Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO), while the court reviews an unprecedented settlement agreement between the FAA and the city.
'Virgin Orbit' Features LauncherOne Small Satellite Launch Service
Virgin Galactic has spun off its small satellite launch company into a new entity called "Virgin Orbit". Dan Hart has been appointed as the first President of the newly created company.
New Jersey DOT To Inspect Light Mast Poles Near Newark Airport
The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) is embarking on one of the first legal drone operations ever authorized in the busy Newark, New Jersey, airspace, opening up numerous possibilities for future official use of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS, or drones).
Cites At Least 18 Accidents In New York In 2016, Several In Recent Weeks
With what he calls a spate of New York-area aviation accidents involving small aircraft continuing, U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer is urging the NTSB to launch an in-depth investigation the accidents and determine whether additional steps are necessary to help ensure safe skies.
FTV2 Will Join FTV1 At Bombardier's Flight Test Center In Wichita In The Coming Weeks
The second flight test vehicle (FTV2) in the Global 7000 and Global 8000 aircraft program completed its initial flight Monday. This milestone further confirms that the program's development is progressing well and that the Global 7000 aircraft is on track to enter into service in the second half of 2018.
Capable, Ready-To-Serve Solution Intended To Replace UH-1N 'Huey' Fleet, Which Guards U.S. Weapons
Boeing has unveiled its MH-139 helicopter in the competition to replace the U.S. Air Force’s UH-1N “Huey” fleet, which currently protects intercontinental ballistic missiles and transports U.S. government and security forces.
Developed Specifically For The Aircraft For Use In Dusty Environments
Robinson Helicopter Company announced FAA approval of a new Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF) for use in R66 Turbine helicopters. Developed specifically for the R66 by Donaldson Aerospace & Defense, the optional IBF provides added protection for engines operating in dusty environments.
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The FAA and EASA have approved steep approach certification for both the Cessna Citation Sovereign+ and the Cessna Citation Latitude, adding more operational capability to the midsize bizjets. With steep approach certification allowing these aircraft to track approach angles of up to 6.65 degrees, the Sovereign+ and Latitude can now operate in and out of European destinations such as London City Airport and Lugano Airport in Switzerland. OK folks... while GA doesn’t
"Using an inspection drone eliminates the requirement for personnel high in the air, requires a smaller crew, and reduces possible lane closures, making this technology both safer, more efficient, and less of a burden on the public." Source: NJDOT Bureau of Aeronautics UAS Coordinator Glenn Stott.
In this video released by the U.S. Air Force, Thunderbird 7, Maj. Kevin Walsh accepts his promotion to the rank of Lt. Col. during a practice demonstration over Indian Springs, NV.
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