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Pipistrel is now completely under the Textron umbrella, now a part of the brand's collection of aviation marques. The brand gives Textron a great way to break into the burgeoning electric aircraft market, with a solid range of offerings for business, training, or personal use. specifically in flight training and general aviation. In the meantime, ANN has reviewed a copy of a lawsuit filed by Michael Coates' Pipistrel-USA operation--formerly the North American distributor, alleging a number of transgressions reportedly committed by Pipistrel HQ. The aviation collection acquired by Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen has reportedly sold in its entirety by his estate to the gran
Electric Aircraft Manufacturer to Remain Separate Brand Under Textron Umbrella
Pipistrel is now completely under the Textron umbrella, now a part of the brand's collection of aviation marques. The brand gives Textron a great way to break into the burgeoning electric aircraft market, with a solid range of offerings for business, training, or personal use. specifically in flight training and general aviation. The Pipistrel portfolio supports a number of missions from affordable electric flight training, premium cross-country cruising, and even remotely piloted ISR options.
Rumors Place Owner as Walmart Heir and GameBird GB1 Owner Steuart Walton
The infamous aviation collection acquired by Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen has reportedly been liquidated, sold in its entirety by his estate to the grandson of Walmart founder Sam Walton. Allen's death almost 4 years ago had placed the extensive collection's status in doubt, held at the Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum in Everett, Washington. One aviation outlet recently reported that the philanthropist's large assortment of vintage equipment has been sold off by the Allen estate, and currently being carefully crated for shipment to their new home.
Track The Status Of Your Medical Certificates Online
The FAA has added a new feature to MedXPress that allows pilots to track the status of their medical certificates online throughout the application and review process. Prior to adding this new feature, pilots had to call the Office of Aerospace Medicine to check their application status. Heretofore; the FAA MedXPress system allowed anyone requesting an FAA Medical Clearance or Medical Certificate to electronically complete an application.
As Food Security Decreases, Aviators Must Remain Vigilant to Prevent Mid-Air Collisions As Low as 10' AGL
Planting season has begun, and the National Agricultural Aviation Association (or, the NAAA) is asking UAV operators to beware of the greatly increased number of low-altitude agricultural aircraft operations. Every year, crop dusters treat more than 127 million acres of cropland in the USA, among a variety of other services that increase yield while safeguarding the harvest from above. Agricultural flights combat fires, curb mosquito populations, and prevent losses before they occur.
International Cooperation Will Provide Greater Insights into Martian Atmosphere
NASA's MAVEN probe and the United Arab Emirates' Hope Probe have agreed to a data-sharing project that will enhance the overall quality of information gleaned from both. The announcement signifies a greater level of prestige for the relatively unknown Emeriti space program, signifying that among the big names in space science and exploration, the Hope Program has earned its dues. The probe was announced in 2014 as the opener for the UAE's 50th birthday in December 2021, requiring the country to go "zero to hero" in around half a decade.
Agility Prime Contract Continues Evaluations on Crop of Contracted Providers
Eglin Air Force Base has been home to some unusual flight activity as Lift Aircraft's HEXA demonstrator has been put through the paces. The Texan company received a phase 3 contract under the USAF Agility Prime Program, allowing it to continue experimentation and flight development. Elgin's 413th Flight Test Squadron oversaw the flight testing, sending an unmanned Hexa aircraft on a 10-minute jaunt at a height of about 50 feet.
Former Vice Commander Tyler P Frander Assumes Command of Military Liaison for CAP
The Civil Air Patrol-US Air Force has received a new commander after the installation of Colonel Tyler P. Frander in an April 13th Ceremony at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama. Frander assumes command from Colonel Mark Wootan, who led the CAP-USAF since April of 2019 as the force's 31st commander. The CAP-USAF is the military structure to support the civilian Civil Air Patrol, acting as the official backbone and government interface for the civilian organization. It "provides day-to-day support, advice, and liaison to CAP members and oversight for programs".
From 2009 (YouTube Version): Granley Describes His Passion for Aviation and Air Show Performance
Bud Granley is certainly not a new face on the air show circuit; after 47 years as an aerobatic pilot, Granley now performs with his company, “Granley Family Airshows,” alongside his son Ross. Their hair-raising formation act has garnered much acclaim among the aerobatic community. In 2005, Bud Granley received the Art Scholl Showmanship award and just recently, he also accepted the Bill Barber Showmanship award. After e
Video... Showed The Helicopter And It’S Separated Tail Boom/Tail Rotor Section Fall From The Sky
On March 25, 2022, about 1127 central daylight time, a Robinson R44 helicopter was destroyed when it was involved in an accident near Rowlett, Texas. The certified flight instructor (CFI) and student pilot sustained fatal injuries. The helicopter was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 training flight. According to the operator, the flight was the second of the day for the CFI and student pilot. The first flight (lesson 10 of the training syllabus) was completed successfully.
Aero Linx: International Aviation Fire Protection Association
IAFPA was first formed in 2000 by a group of airport fire officers in the UK. From the initial UK site, the work of IAFPA spread throughout the Asia Pacific and the Middle East. In March 2020, the Covid-19 pandemic hit the world and affected almost all economies on the world stage especially aviation and the hospitality industry. With this major impact, the Council decided that to be relevant in the fast-changing times and to be mission-ready in the post-Covid era, IAFPA needed to restructure itself going forward.
Summary of significant meteorological information (SIGMET/WS), convective significant meteorological information (convective SIGMET/WST), urgent pilot weather reports (urgent PIREP/UUA), center weather advisories (CWA), airmen’s meteorological information (AIRMET/WA) and any other weather such as isolated thunderstorms that are rapidly developing and increasing in intensity, or low ceilings and visibilities that are becoming widespread which is considered significant and are not included in a current hazardous weather advisory.
Aero-News Quote of the Day
“If you can track where your ridesharing car is or the status of a company delivering your package, pilots should be able to see online the real-time status of their application. We will continue to explore how we can be more transparent with the aviation community.”
Source: Federal Air Surgeon Dr. Susan Northrup, describing recent developments as the FAA added a new feature to MedXPress that allows pilots to track the status of their medical certificates online throughout the application and review process.
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