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September 23, 2015

Perlan Mission II Glider Soars Into History

Glider Makes Successful First Flight, Begins Journey To 2016 World Record Flight To 90,000 Feet Without An Engine

The Perlan 2 glider, the world’s first engineless aircraft designed to reach the edge of space, achieved its successful first flight Wednesday in an historic moment about 5,000 feet above Roberts Field, the Redmond Municipal Airport in Oregon.

Also: Piper M-Class, SAFE'S Robert Wright, Beech SAIB, Chinese Prez At Boeing, Runway Incursion Mitigation, Embraer Projections, T-38C Upgrade

ANN Video Link: Airborne 09.23.15, YouTube Video Link: Airborne 09.23.15 The 52nd Annual National Championship Air Races in Reno,

Also: Piper M-Class, SAFE'S Robert Wright, Beech SAIB, Chinese Prez At Boeing, Runway Incursion Mitigation, Embraer Projections, T-38C Upgrade

The 52nd Annual National Championship Air Races in Reno, Nevada came to a close on Sunday after the skies had been filled with the sights and sounds of the exciting custom-built race planes. It’s not surprising that familiar names showed up on the winner’s podium. Robert “Hoot” Gibson took the Unlimited Gold Race with a speed of 489 miles per hour in “Strega.” Stewart Dawson flying “Rare Bear” was second at 472 miles per hour and Dennis Sanders in “Dreadnought” was third at 421 miles per hour. If you’re looking for some supersonic air travel,

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NTSB Probable Cause Report Says Illegal Drugs Contributed To Accident

Toxicology Testing Detected Methylone In The Pilot’s Blood

The NTSB has released its probable cause report from an accident involving a Raytheon Aircraft Company 390 ... also known as a Beechcraft Premier I ... in which the pilot and a passenger were fatally injured.

Went To MD-Based National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) For Search In Texas

The FAA on Wednesday, Sept. 10 approved an Emergency Certificate of Waiver or Authorization (COA) for the use of an Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) in the search for a missing woman near Dallas, Texas. The agency approves Emergency COAs for natural disaster relief, search and rescue operations and other urgent circumstances. In this case, the FAA granted the Emergency COA in less than 24 hours.

Proposed Route From San Francisco Hub Would Be The First Trans-Pacific Service To Xi’an

United Airlines has applied to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for authority to begin seasonal nonstop service between the airline’s San Francisco hub and Xi’an, China. If approved, this will be the first trans-Pacific service to Xi’an operated by any airline, and United will be the first U.S. airline to serve the city.

VT-9 Pilots-In-Training Qualify Aboard Ike

Many Made Their First Arrested Landings On An Aircraft Carrier

Pilots-in-training assigned to Training Squadron (VT) 9 achieved at-sea flight qualifications aboard the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69)(Ike), Sept. 15-20.

Flight Impacted Mountain At An Elevation Of 11,500 Feet

The NTSB has released a preliminary report from an accident that occurred on September 5, 2015 in which four people were fatally injured. The report indicates that the two pilots on board the airplane were not instrument rated, but continued their flight into instrument conditions.

Operator Requirements Include Government-Sanctioned Course, Insurance, Flight Plans

The Colombian civil aviation authority recently released its National Drone Regulations ... and if you thought the FAA was bad, you're very happy you don't live in Columbia.

Follows Completion Of 12-Year Inspection By Airbus Helicopters

The Lee County, Florida Sheriff's department is once again flying its AS350 BA AStar helicopter after completion of the aircraft’s second 12-year inspection.

Two Had Been Deported From Israel, At Larnaca Airport For Over A Year

A German woman and her daughter who had been deported from Israel have lived at the Larnaca Airport in Cyprus for 15 months, according to authorities.

Had Been Flying From Odessa, FL To Orlando When The Plane Went Down

The pilot of an amphibious Cessna 206 was fatally injured Friday when the plane "nose dived" according to witnesses and impacted terrain in the back yard of a home in Spring Hill.

Eiffel Tower Shut Down By Terrorist Threat

Suspected BASE Jumpers Climbed The Tower Early Sunday

Three men wearing large backpacks were seen climbing the Eiffel Tower in Paris Sunday morning, prompting the popular tourist attraction to be shut down for several hours.

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NOTAMS Issued For Cities The Pope Will Visit

With the Pope visiting the U.S. this week, the FAA is reminding residents of and visitors to Washington, DC, New York, and Philadelphia that these cities and the surrounding communities are No Drone Zones from September 22 through September 27, 2015.

Succeeds Co-Founder Doug Stewart, Who Stepped Down Last Year

After a six-month nationwide search, the Society of Aviation and Flight Educators (SAFE) has selected veteran aviation educator Bill Moyle as the organization’s second Executive Director.

AAAE Says Bag And Ticket Charges Have Reached A Record Level

With airlines collecting nearly $1 billion from baggage fees alone in the second quarter of 2015 - a new record high - the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) has once again questioned the opposition of carriers to updating a local airport user fee known as the Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) that finances the construction of new runways, terminals and other airport improvements.

Perlan 2 Glider Set For First Flight

Expected To Occur Wednesday If All Goes According To Plan

At Roberts Field Redmond Municipal Airport in Redmond, Oregon, the Airbus Perlan Mission II glider will attempt its first flight in what will be a landmark moment in global aviation history, according to Airbus.

The Reno Air Races Also Marked The First World Cup Formula One Racing Championship

The 52nd Annual National Championship Air Races in Reno, Nevada was also the final race of the World Cup Formula One Racing Championships. The first-ever world cup trophy in the sport of formula one air racing has been won by Thom Richard of team Hot Stuff. Richard, of Sweden, won all three races held in Tunisia, Spain and the USA to achieve this decisive and historic victory in the international title for multiple-plane pylon air racing.

Returning From Big Win At 2015 American Humane Association Hero Dog Awards, "Axel" Is Prevented From Accompanying Marine On Flight Home

Axel, a heroic service dog that saved the life of one of our nation's brave warriors and had just been named Service Dog of the Year at the American Humane Association Hero Dog Awards during a nationally televised event, was denied permission to accompany Captain Jason Haag as they were about to board the airplane for home.

Global Outreach Becomes Reality September 26th

As September 26 approaches, 49 of Women in Aviation’s chapters are putting the finishing touches on their local Girls in Aviation Day events. As WAI’s largest youth outreach to date, Girls in Aviation Day will involve girls ages 8 to 16 in aviation activities, tours, speakers and fun, all designed with the purpose of attracting girls to the variety of aviation careers available to them.

Also: Zenith 750 Superior Upgrade, Aero-Calendar 09.22.15, 747 Fuselage Panels, MQ-9 Reaper ER, CJP Extends Trial Memberships, Animal Rights UAV Scandal, Airbus A400

Jim Campbell and the staff of the Aero-News Network are pleased to debut an introductory video detailing the planned production of a Documentary that Bob Hoover, himself, asked for. 'Let Bob Fly!' is the working title for an aggressive and somewhat controversial new documentary. Some 20 years ago, Bob Hoover, one of the greatest living aviators was grounded by two FAA inspectors based on hearsay, innuendo and unsupported conjecture. T

“If you plan to attend any of the Papal visit events, please leave your drone at home.” Source: FAA Administrator Michael Huerta.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (09.23.15): Angle Of Incidence

The angle at which an airfoil is normally fixed in relation to the longitudinal axis of an aircraft.

NASAO: Updated

NASAO has redesigned their website. The National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) works to determine the best solutions for states and the public on a wide range of aviation issues.

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September 23, 2015

Glider Makes Successful First Flight, Begins Journey To 2016 World Record Flight To 90,000 Feet Without An Engine

Also: Piper M-Class, SAFE'S Robert Wright, Beech SAIB, Chinese Prez At Boeing, Runway Incursion Mitigation, Embraer Projections, T-38C Upgrade

Toxicology Testing Detected Methylone In The Pilot’s Blood

Went To MD-Based National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) For Search In Texas

Proposed Route From San Francisco Hub Would Be The First Trans-Pacific Service To Xi’an

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Many Made Their First Arrested Landings On An Aircraft Carrier

Flight Impacted Mountain At An Elevation Of 11,500 Feet

Operator Requirements Include Government-Sanctioned Course, Insurance, Flight Plans

Follows Completion Of 12-Year Inspection By Airbus Helicopters

Two Had Been Deported From Israel, At Larnaca Airport For Over A Year

Had Been Flying From Odessa, FL To Orlando When The Plane Went Down

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Suspected BASE Jumpers Climbed The Tower Early Sunday

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NOTAMS Issued For Cities The Pope Will Visit

Succeeds Co-Founder Doug Stewart, Who Stepped Down Last Year

AAAE Says Bag And Ticket Charges Have Reached A Record Level

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Expected To Occur Wednesday If All Goes According To Plan

The Reno Air Races Also Marked The First World Cup Formula One Racing Championship

Returning From Big Win At 2015 American Humane Association Hero Dog Awards, "Axel" Is Prevented From Accompanying Marine On Flight Home

Global Outreach Becomes Reality September 26th

Also: Zenith 750 Superior Upgrade, Aero-Calendar 09.22.15, 747 Fuselage Panels, MQ-9 Reaper ER, CJP Extends Trial Memberships, Animal Rights UAV Scandal, Airbus A400

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