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Global Air Connectivity Continues To Become More Accessible, Efficient

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released performance figures for 2018 showing that global air connectivity continues to become more accessible and more efficient.

Effort Designed To Seek Diversity And Promote Inclusion Within Aviation And STEM Careers

Delta Air Lines and the Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals hosted more than 150 students, ages 13-18, on the airline's 20th annual Dream Flight from Atlanta to the Naval Air Station in Pensacola, FL in July.

Will Provide A Full Suite Of Counter Drone Vehicles To The USAF

The U.S. Air Force recently awarded a contract to Ascent Vision Technologies (AVT) deliver a full suite of counter drone vehicles. This unique capability, known as the eXpeditionary Mobile Air Defense Integrated System or X-MADIS, was selected by the Air Force after 18 months of testing, trials and evaluation across multiple military services and operational spectrums. The total contract value exceeds $23 million with deliveries beginning later this year.

The 'Semi-Aeroelastic Hinge' Wing Concept Of Airbus' AlbatrossOne Could Help Reduce Drag And Combat The Effects Of Turbulence

The albatross sea bird can soar hundreds of miles without flapping its wings. Imitating this flight technique just might help engineers design lighter and more fuel-efficient aircraft.

Opens Florida-Based Operation

SGI Aviation Services, an independent advisor to the aviation industry providing technical consulting and advisory services in the areas of aircraft and engine asset management, has opened a new office location in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

Designed To House Four Full Flight Simulators

BAA Training Vietnam – a European standard aviation training provider announces the completion of the construction of a brand new modern aviation training center in Ho Chi Minh city.

European-Chinese Satellite Will Study The Interaction Between The Solar Wind And Earth's Magnetosphere

Airbus has been selected by the European Space Agency to build the European component of the SMILE satellite (Solar wind Magnetosphere Ionosphere Link Explorer). SMILE will be the first joint satellite mission between the European Space Agency (ESA) and the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), following on from the success of the Double Star / Tan Ce mission which flew between 2003 and 2008.

Available For Installation On Multiple Bell Helicopter Models

The FAA has issued STC certification to Onboard Systems International, a provider of helicopter cargo hook equipment, for the company's Surefire Release Technology cargo hook kits for the Bell 204, 205, 212 and 412 aircraft. The Surefire circuit requires a purposeful, half-second press against the hook release button, guarding against inadvertent load loss resulting from accidental contact with the release button during flight.

Aero Linx: Rose Parrakeet Aeroplane Home Page Originally designed by Jennings W. "Jack" Rose in 1929, the Rose Parrakeet is a single place small bi-plane, it has an unmistakable profile and design.  It uses a classic wood truss rib, spruce spar wing construction with a fabric covered steel tube fuselage and tail surfaces.  It was certified for commercial production by the CAA (predessor to current FAA) under Type Certificate 2-514 in 1935.  The Model A-1 was originally certified with a 37hp Continental A-40-3 engine. Subsequent models were tested with Scott 40 hp, Menasco 50 hp and Franklin 50 & 60 hp engines. Model A-4 was powered by Continental A-65 & A-85 fuel injected engin

Clearway An area beyond the takeoff runway under the control of airport authorities within which terrain or fixed obstacles may not extend above specified limits. These areas may be required for certain turbine-powered operations and the size and upward slope of the clearway will differ depending on when the aircraft was certificated.

"I am absolutely thrilled to have the world famous Red Arrows in Canada this summer. This tour is an excellent opportunity to not only showcase the Red Arrows' aerobatic expertise to Canadians from the Atlantic to the Pacific, but also to celebrate the close and enduring relationship between our two countries." Source: British High Commissioner to Canada, Susan le Jeune d'Allegeershecque, celebrating the announcement that final preparations are being made for the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team's biggest-ever tour to North America, which includes performance or flypasts over 6 Canadian cities.