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February 13, 2020

Airborne 02.12.20: Rough Field PC-24, Remote ID NPRM, GAMI Buys Osborne

Also: WAI Appoints McKay, Bombardier-Textron Tie-Up, Chicago Exec, RV-12/RV-12iS Three-Blade Prop

Pilatus has now obtained full rough field certification for the PC-24. Certification for operations on dry sand and gravel was delivered in 2018. A comprehensive post-certification test campaign was conducted throughout 2019 to certify the Super Versatile Jet for operation on unpaved runways and in differing conditions. With immediate effect, all PC-24s may now also be operated on wet and snow-covered unpaved runways. The PC-24 was developed for use on rough fields from the outset. Its performance on short

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AMA Drone Report 02.13.20: Huge NPRM Response, Horizon Hobby, FAA UAS Symposium

Also: Drone Delivers Wine, UAV v Motorcycle Cops, Madrid Airport Hysteria, Daytona 500 TFR

If there was any doubt that the model aviation community has a problem with the current direction and policies of the FAA, the 13,000 comments posted to the FAA’s NPRM in just the last few weeks should kill those thoughts, pronto. Despite a short window for commentary and the FAA’s inexplicable denial of a deadline extension, thanks to the EAA, the comments are coming in at a near record pace... and while the current numbers aren’t a record for an NPRM, they could be, before this is all over. A H

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AMA Drone Report 02.13.20: Huge NPRM Response, Horizon Hobby, FAA UAS Symposium

Also: Drone Delivers Wine, UAV v Motorcycle Cops, Madrid Airport Hysteria, Daytona 500 TFR 
 
If there was any doubt that the model aviation community has a problem with the current direction and policies of the FAA, the 13,000 comments posted to the FAA’s NPRM in just the last few weeks should kill those thoughts, pronto. Despite a short window for commentary and the FAA’s inexplicable denial of a deadline extension, thanks to the EAA, the comments are coming in at a near record pace... and while the current numbers aren’t a record for an NPRM, they could be, before this is all over. A Horizon hobby video, narrated by Horizon Hobby Marketing Director, Steve Petrotto, has many in the drone community, especially FPV flyers, up in arms

Garmin GFC 600H Helicopter Flight Control System Approved For The AS350

Claims A Number Of Helicopter-Tailored Safety Features

Garmin is pleased to announce it has received FAA Supplemental Type Certification (STC) for the GFC 600H helicopter flight control system in the AS350 B2/B3. The attitude-based (AHRS-derived) flight control system boasts a number of helicopter-tailored safety features, including attitude hold (ATT), Garmin Helicopter Electronic Stability and Protection (HESP), dedicated return-to-level (LVL) mode, hover assist, as well as overspeed and low speed protection.

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U.S. Senator Cory Gardner Visits Liteye Systems

Participates In Discussions Concerning  Counter UAS Solutions

Liteye Systems, a Colorado-based Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems (CUAS) manufacturer, hosted U.S. Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO) at its Centennial Headquarters on Friday, January 17, 2020.

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SkyGrid Adds Hyper-Local Weather Data For Safer Drone Operations

New Partnership With Data Provider ClimaCell Enhances The Company's Aerial Operating System

SkyGrid, a Boeing, SparkCognition company, has announced it's integrating multiple data layers, including hyper-local weather data, into its aerial operating system to enable safer drone operations. SkyGrid is committed to providing the most comprehensive airspace intelligence to help commercial drone operators minimize risks and navigate the sky with confidence.

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MT-Propeller Holds Biannual Training For All U.S.-Approved Service Centers

Sessions Held In Daytona Beach, FL

MT-Propeller held its biannual Worldwide Training Sessions meeting in Daytona Beach FL, late last month. The gathering included representatives from 50 propeller shops, representing fourteen countries and five provinces, for a total of 97 individuals.

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Amber Smith Confirmed As Speaker For WAI 2020 Conference

Combat Helicopter Pilot and Author Joins Already Impressive Speaker Roster Augmented For 31st Annual Conference

Amber Smith, combat helicopter pilot and author of Danger Close: My Epic Journey as a Combat Helicopter Pilot in Iraq and Afghanistan has been confirmed as a speaker for the 31st Annual Women in Aviation International Conference, augmenting an incredible roster of speakers. Amber joins Secretary of the U.S. Air Force Barbara Barrett; Stephanie Chung, JetSuite president; Col. Eileen Collins, NASA astronaut; Maj. Gen. Jeannie Leavitt, U.S. Air Force; and Joan Robinson-Berry, Boeing Global Services vice president & chief engineer, as keynote speakers for the March 5-7, 2020, Conference at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.

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Norwegian Air Continues To Reduce Emissions

Cutting Up To 200,000 Tons Per Year With Upgraded Technology

Norwegian Air says it is continuing to reduce emissions with upgraded weather service provided by AVTECH Sweden AB, which offers unique and sustainable solutions within digital Air Traffic Management. The enhanced platform can help reduce CO2 emissions by an additional 10,000-15,000 tons per year.

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Boeing Australia Completes First Loyal Wingman Fuselage

Three Prototype Aircraft Under Development For The Program

The Boeing Australia team recently completed major fuselage structural assembly for the first Loyal Wingman. The aircraft is one of three prototypes that will be developed as a part of the Loyal Wingman – Advanced Development Program in partnership with the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF).

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Greater Asheville Regional Airport Authority Contracts With PASSUR Aerospace

Will Implement PASSUR's Surface And Gate Optimization Solution

PASSUR Aerospace has contracted with the Greater Asheville Regional Airport Authority (GARAA), the sponsor of the Asheville Regional Airport (AVL), to provide gate sequencing and airport collaboration solutions on its Ariva platform. PASSUR's information sharing automated workflow  solution is designed to increase traffic flows and capacity, and reduce delays and congestion, at one of the region's fastest growing airports.

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New Million Air Location To Open In El Paso

Groundbreaking Celebration To Be Held At FBO

Million Air is excited to announce a new fixed-based operator (FBO) will be coming to El Paso International Airport (ELP).  Local ownership will host a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, February 13, 2020 at 10:00am at 1800 Hawkins Blvd. The new El Paso location is the 5th Million Air in Texas and 32nd location for the network.

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Iran Fails At Fourth Attempt To Orbit A Satellite

Did Not Achieve Orbital Velocity And Crashed In Rural Area Of The Country

For the fourth time in a year, Iran failed to get a satellite into orbit when the rocket carrying the spacecraft failed to achieve orbital velocity.

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Troy, AL City Council Considers Drone Ordinance

Would Restrict Flights Over City Properties

The Troy, AL City Council is considering legislation that would prohibit flying a drone over city-owned properties.

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Quarantined Australians Have Wine Delivered To Cruise Ship By Drone

Couple Is Stranded Aboard The Diamond Princess Ship Due To Coronavirus Outbreak

An Australian couple under quarantine aboard the Diamond Princess cruise ship due to an outbreak of the Coronavirus has found a novel way to break the monotony. They managed to have some wine delivered to their cabin by a drone.

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AMA Drone Report 02.06.20: UAV Type Cert Proposal, AMA Coalition, Drone Sim

Also: Africa Drone Forum, Super Bowl TFR Results, Sony Drone?, High School Drone School

The FAA has announced and is requesting comments on a policy for the type certification of certain UAS as a special class of aircraft under our regulations. The rule-making is being targeted, primarily, at the upcoming generation of delivery drone systems. This proposed policy applies only to the procedures for the type certification of UAS, and is not intended to establish policy impacting other FAA rules on unmanned aircraft, such as operations, pilot certification, or maintenance. AMA is continuing to innovate new

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Boeing Forecasts $1.5 Trillion For Commercial Airplanes, Services In SE Asia

Releases 20-Year Outlook At Singapore Air Show

Boeing forecasts airlines in Southeast Asia will need 4,500 new airplanes over the next 20 years, valued at $710 billion at list prices. Single-aisle airplanes continue to be the main driver of capacity growth in Southeast Asia. This growth helps to stimulate the demand for commercial aviation services, which are forecasted to be worth $785 billion between 2019 and 2038.

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DOT OIG Initiates Audit Of The FAA's Pilot Training Requirements

Requested By Congress Following Boeing 737 MAX Accidents

On October 29, 2018, Lion Air Flight 610 crashed shortly after departing Jakarta, Indonesia, resulting in 189 fatalities. Five months later, on March 10, 2019, Ethiopian Air Flight 302 crashed shortly after departing Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, resulting in 157 fatalities, including 8 Americans. Both flights involved the Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, which was certified by the FAA in March 2017.

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Airbus Reveals Its Blended Wing Aircraft Demonstrator

Has The Potential To Reduce Fuel Consumption By Up-To 20 Percent Compared To Current Single-Aisle Aircraft

Airbus has revealed MAVERIC (Model Aircraft for Validation and Experimentation of Robust Innovative Controls) its “blended wing body” scale model technological demonstrator.

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PC-24 Rough Field Certification Campaign Brought To A Successful Conclusion

Planemaker Has Obtained Certification For Take-Offs And Landings On Grass, Wet Earth And Snow

Pilatus has now obtained full rough field certification for the PC-24 Super Versatile Jet. Certification for operations on dry sand and gravel was delivered in 2018. A comprehensive post-certification test campaign was conducted throughout 2019 to certify the Super Versatile Jet for operation on unpaved runways and in differing conditions. With immediate effect, all PC-24s may now also be operated on wet and snow-covered unpaved runways.

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Get Ready for International Young Eagles Day, June 13

Open To Young People Ages 8-17

Dreams will take flight for young people between the ages of 8 and 17 during the 27th annual International Young Eagles Day on Saturday, June 13. Each year we set aside one day to encourage all EAA members and chapters to participate in the Young Eagles program and share their passion for aviation with a new generation.

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Remote ID Panel Highlights Intricacies Of Broadcast And Network-Based Solutions

Each Proposed Solution Has Its Advocates, Detractors

In 2016, a provision of the FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of 2016 called on the agency to figure out a sense of standards for the remote identification of drones, and to gather stakeholders to develop a sort of license plate for unmanned aerial vehicles. This edict became more urgent the following year in 2017, according to Brendan Schulman, vice president of policy and legal affairs at DJI.

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Officials Unveil Personal Flying Machine At Industry Day On The Hill

Never-Before-Seen Technology Has The Potential To Revolutionize Transportation

Founders of the Utah-based start-up, ElectraFly and officials from the state-funded, non-profit organization, Deseret UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems) will be on hand at the Utah State Capitol this Thursday, February 13 from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for Industry Day on the Hill hosted by the Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED). 

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Aero-News: Quote of the Day (02.13.20)

“Three countries from Southeast Asia – Vietnam, Thailand, and Indonesia – made the top 10 list of countries that added the most airline seat capacity since 2010. With an expanding middle-class, in a market that continues to liberalize, coupled with a strong domestic, regional and international tourism sector, Southeast Asia has become one of the world’s largest aviation markets.” Source: Randy Tinseth, vice president of Commercial Marketing at Boeing.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Term (02.13.20): Obstruction Light

A light or one of a group of lights, usually red or white, frequently mounted on a surface structure or natural terrain to warn pilots of the presence of an obstruction.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (02.13.20)

National Agricultural Aviation Research & Education Foundation

NAAA was formed in 1982 as a non-profit organization to promote and foster research, technology transfer and advanced education among aerial applicators, allied industries, government agencies and academic institutions. NAAREF is totally supported by charitable donations from individuals and companies wishing to invest in the future of agricultural aviation.

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