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October 31, 2019

Airborne 10.30.19: 'SpaceSelfie' Balloon, Tecnam Sales, Airport Fire

Also: Extra Aircraft, John And Martha King, X-37B Lands After 780 Days, FAA Revokes

A couple about to let their horses out to pasture in rural Michigan Saturday morning were surprised when they heard a crash shortly before nine. The cause of the noise was something that looked a lot like a satellite that had fallen to Earth. As it turns out, the "satellite" was a device belonging to communications company Samsung. The so-called "SpaceSelfie" balloon is intended to allow Samsung's customers to get their pictures into space. Tecnam had a successful showing at NBAA-BACE, signing contracts for 11 P2012 Trav

AMA Drone Report 10.31.19: Mavic Mini Intro!, AMA Expo West, New Regs

Also: Sub Resupplied By Drone, World Series Restrictions, UAVs v Helos, Wing Drone Deliveries

As predicted... and leaked... and leaked... there is a new member of the Mavic family... the Mavic Mini. Weighing just 249 grams, Mavic Mini is portable, easy to fly, designed for safety and perfect for everyone who wants to experience the fun of flying. Mavic Mini incorporates DJI’s safety technology, including geofencing to help drone pilots avoid restricted areas; AeroScope remote identification to help protect sensitive locations; built-in altitude limits; and automatic return to the launch point, if

AMA Drone Report 10.31.19: Mavic Mini Intro!, AMA Expo West, New Regs

Also: Sub Resupplied By Drone, World Series Restrictions, UAVs v Helos, Wing Drone Deliveries

As predicted... and leaked... and leaked... there is a new member of the Mavic family... the Mavic Mini. Weighing just 249 grams, Mavic Mini is portable, easy to fly, designed for safety and perfect for everyone who wants to experience the fun of flying. Mavic Mini incorporates DJI’s safety technology, including geofencing to help drone pilots avoid restricted areas; AeroScope remote identification to help protect sensitive locations; built-in altitude limits; and automatic return to the launch point, if needed. Mavic Mini is the first DJI drone to weigh below 250 grams. Mavic Mini captures 2.7K video at 30fps, 1080p at 60 frames per second, or 12-megapixel photographs using the 1

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Flightwave Aerospace Introduces New Jupiter Tricopter UAS

Drone Compared To A 'Tough-As-Nails Pickup Truck'

FlightWave Aerospace has launched its new Jupiter tricopter UAS. The company says the drone is reminiscent of a “tough-as-nails pickup truck,” designed for missions where durability, stamina and control are required.

Boeing Elects Adm. John M. Richardson (Ret.) To Board Of Directors

Richardson, Retired 31St Chief Of Naval Operations, Will Join Board's Recently Established Aerospace Safety Committee

The Boeing Company Board of Directors has elected retired Adm. John M. Richardson as its newest member. Richardson, 59, served as the 31st chief of Naval Operations from September 2015 until August 2019, when he retired from the U.S. Navy after 37 years of service.

Airbus Participates In New Zealand Aerospace Challenge

Providing Winning Finalists Access To The Airbus OneAtlas Data Platform

Airbus has participated in the New Zealand Aerospace Challenge 2019, providing the winning finalists with access to the Airbus OneAtlas data platform. The platform is a collaborative environment with links to premium satellite imagery and the capability to perform large-scale image processing, extract industry-specific insights and benefit from Airbus assets for solution development.

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Gogo Meets Significant Inflight Connectivity Demand through Deal With Eutelsat

Increases Ku Capacity Over Europe And The Middle East

Gogo and Eutelsat Communications have announced a new satellite capacity agreement for high-speed inflight connectivity services. As part of the new multi-year agreement, Gogo has leased HTS bandwidth on EUTELSAT 10B satellite, to be leveraged over Europe and the Middle East. The new satellite is set to launch in 2022.

Marine Corps F-35Bs And USS America Train Together

Sorties Took Place October 8 In The Eastern Pacific

Approximately one dozen, fully-operational F-35B Lightning IIs embarked aboard the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) Oct. 8 during routine training in the eastern Pacific.

Allegiant Announces Aircraft Base in Nashville

Locally-Based Operation To Bring Investment In Jobs, Future Opportunities

Allegiant Travel Company has announced plans to establish a base of operations at Nashville International Airport (KBNA). The Las Vegas-based company will invest $50 million to establish the new base, creating at least 66 new, high-wage jobs and housing two Airbus aircraft.

Russian Scientists 'Print' First Large-Sized Case Of A Helicopter Engine

Developed By NUST MISIS And St. Petersburg State Marine Technical University (SMTU)

The internal engine body of the Russian helicopter VK-2500, completely created by the method of selective laser melting, was presented at the stand of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation at the Open Innovations forum in Skolkovo. The use of additive technologies for engine manufacturing has reduced the manufacturing time to 14 days. Developers included NUST MISIS and St. Petersburg State Marine Technical University (SMTU).

NBAA-BACE 2019 Lives Up To Promise

Association Driving Change In A Rapidly Evolving Industry

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) wrapped up an inspiring 2019 Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) in Las Vegas, reflecting a changing industry, and driving it to embrace the future on all fronts.

French Navy Received First Two 'Standard 6' ATL2s

Program Covers A Fleet Of 18 Maritime Patrol Aircraft

This summer, Lann-Bihoué French naval air station received the first two ATL2 maritime patrol aircraft upgraded by Dassault Aviation. Last week, Florence Parly, Minister of the Armed Forces, flew on one of these aircraft.

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ANA Chronicles 40 Years Of Japanese Video Game History With Dedicated Content

Key Experts Explore Japanese Games, From The Early Famicom Creations Of The 1980S To Today’s Giant E-Sports Franchises

All Nippon Airways (ANA) will launch new content, “IS JAPAN COOL? GAME CHRONICLE,” that focuses on Japanese game culture and seeks to increase awareness of Japan’s contributions to this growing industry. The content will be part of IS JAPAN COOL? website that is designed to promote international tourism in Japan. With the number of game-centric visitors to Japan on the rise, this website is a vital tool in planning travel itineraries.

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Senator Blumenthal Calls For Indefinite Grounding Of 737 MAX

Says FAA Needs To Completely Revamp Its Certification Delegation Program

U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) used a Senate Commerce Committee hearing Tuesday to call for what would amount to an indefinite grounding of Boeing's 737 MAX airplanes.

NYC-Area Representatives Propose Restrictive Helicopter Legislation

Bill Would Prohibit Sightseeing And 'Convenience' Flights

New York City-area Congressional representatives Jerrold Nadler (D-NY-10), Carolyn B. Maloney (D-NY-12), and Nydia M. Velazquez (D-NY-07) have proposed legislation that would prohibit "nonessential" helicopters from flying within New York City airspace.

DJI Introduces Mavic Mini

Company's Lightest And Smallest Foldable Drone Does Not Need FAA Registration

DJI has introduced the Mavic Mini, an ultra-light folding drone designed to be the everyday FlyCam. Weighing just 249 grams, Mavic Mini is portable, easy to fly, designed for safety and perfect for everyone who wants to experience the fun of flying.

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EAA Introduces Online Builder’s Log

Designed To Help Aircraft Builders/Restorers Document Progress

The Experimental Aircraft Association has introduced a new, online EAA Builder's Log, free for all EAA members, to use to document projects and demonstrate compliance with the FAA's 51 percent rule.

Report: Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Market Worth $45.8 Billion By 2025

Highest Growth Anticipated In The Asia Pacific Region

A new report "Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Market by Vertical, Class, System, Industry (Defense & Security, Agriculture, Construction & Mining, Media & Entertainment), Type, Mode of Operation, Range, Point of Sale, MTOW and Region - Global Forecast to 2025", published by MarketsandMarkets, is estimated at $19.3 billion in 2019 and is projected to reach $45.8 billion by 2025, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 15.5% from 2019 to 2025.

Southwest Pilots Refute Media Reports Of A Camera In A Lavatory

Say Claims Made by Flight Attendant In Recent Litigation Are False

SWAPA has released a statement regarding recent media reports alleging the use of cameras to conduct video surveillance in aircraft lavatories.

Garmin Introduces The First Autoland System For GA Aircraft

Designed To Land An Aircraft When The Pilot Cannot

Garmin has announced what the company says is a revolution in general aviation - the first Garmin Autoland system. In the event of an emergency, Autoland will control and land the aircraft without human intervention. The Autoland system determines the most optimal airport and runway, taking into account factors such as weather, terrain, obstacles and aircraft performance statistics. Autoland brings peace of mind to air travel and will soon be available on select general aviation aircraft with the Garmin G3000 integrated flight deck.

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (10.31.19)

“What Boeing failed to account for in their assumptions is to consider MCAS could have failed for another reason — the MCAS could’ve activated because of a failure of the angle of attack, which would have led to numerous other alerts and warnings in the cockpit.” Source: NTSB Chairman Robert Sumwalt, in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (10.31.19): Magnetic Dip

A vertical attraction between a compass needle and the magnetic poles.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (10.31.19)

Aircraft Fleet Recycling Program

Aircraft Fleet Recycling Association (AFRA) is recognized as the leading global industry association dedicated to pursuing and promoting environmental best practice, regulatory excellence and sustainable developments in aircraft disassembly, as well as the salvaging and recycling of aircraft parts and materials.

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