Unither Bioelectronics Logs First Piloted Hydrogen VTOL Flight
Unither Bioelectronics, a subsidiary of United Therapeutics, recently announced that its modified Robinson R44 helicopter made its airborne debut on March 27. It was powered by PEM fuel cells and an electric motor, making it the first successful flight of a piloted, hydrogen-powered VTOL.
Flight School Receives Keys At Aero Friedrichshafen Air Show
Elixir Aircraft delivered the first of twelve Elixir ordered by Greek flight school Egnatia Aviation, operated through its leasing company Green Aerolease. The Elixir was flown from its production site in La Rochelle, France, to the show.
Global 8000 Business Jet Set to Enter Service in 2025
Business jet manufacturer Bombardier recently shared that, unlike many modern aircraft projects, the Mach 0.94 Global 8000 production is progressing on schedule. It is targeting entry to service later this year. In the meantime, Bombardier has been conducting missions with its test vehicle from Kansas to Europe.
In light of several recent blunders, the FAA has published a new Safety Alert For Operators (SAFO) regarding risks associated with visual approaches. It aims to remind carriers and pilots of how important it is to listen to ATC when it’s possible, and speak up when it’s not.
Police Find Six Shirtless Exercise Videos Filmed Inside a Functional Engine
A baggage handler turned TikTok user has been hit with a $1,500 fine for filming and posting shirtless workout videos inside a functional turbine engine. While he called it a “totally safe” and humorous act, judges used different words to describe it: “stupid,” “vain,” and “irresponsible.”
Multi-Orbit System First To Incorporate Electronically Steered Array Antenna
Embraer announced a finalized agreement with Intelsat to install its high-speed in-flight connectivity system on the E2 jets during production. The system gives passengers in flight streaming experiences similar to what their home networks provide.
During The Forced Landing, The Right Wing Impacted A Pole, Which Resulted In Substantial Damage
Analysis: The pilot of the unpowered glider reported that, he experienced “spatial disorientation” due to hazy conditions, and he inadvertently flew the glider in the wrong direction, which was farther away from his intended landing site. The pilot selected an open field as a forced landing site. During the forced landing, the right wing impacted a pole, which resulted in substantial damage.
From 2023 (YouTube Edition): Alignment of Brave New Worlds
For purpose of developing upgrades to its family of uniquely innovative aircraft, Ampaire, the Los Angeles-based designer and manufacturer of hybrid-electric aircraft propulsion systems, has entered into a Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) with Tamarack Aerospace Group, the Sandpoint, Idaho-based enclave of wizardly aerodynamicists.
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There is quite a race among the latest generation of slick tandem speedsters and the Blackshape Prime appears poised to wrest its share of the market… at high speed. Our friend Don Fielden has a few full-time jobs…managing the IT for SUN n FUN, acting as distributor for the AeroPup, and now adding an avionics line to his list of offerings. Let’s take a look at what Colonel Don has to offer… Not sure how far you have to go to reach terra firma? Stadia will tell you… Stadia uses infrared LIDAR (laser radar) to measure your altitude above groun
Aero Linx: P-38 National Association, USA
The P-38 National Association is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to preserve and perpetuate the memory of this classic WWII aircraft, the P-38 “Lockheed Lightning,” and those who designed, built, maintained and flew it. Future generations should know about this amazing airplane and the difference it made in helping to win World War II.
Decision Altitude (DA)
A specified altitude (mean sea level (MSL)) on an instrument approach procedure (ILS, GLS, vertically guided RNAV) at which the pilot must decide whether to continue the approach or initiate an immediate missed approach if the pilot does not see the required visual references.
"This first delivery to Egnatia Aviation is an important step in the growth of Elixir Aircraft. The Elixir aircraft operated by this renowned school will train pilots for more than sixty airlines around the world. I would like to thank Egnatia Aviation for the confidence it has shown in us by renewing its fleet.”
Source: Cyril Champenois, Co-founder and Head of Sales for Elixir Aircraft, discussing the delivery of the first of twelve Elixir ordered by Greek flight school operator Egnatia Aviation.
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