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November 27, 2018

Airborne-Unmanned 11.27.18: 50K LAANC App's, UAV Organ Transport, Shooting Stars

Also: Hirth Engines, University Of Maryland, GA-ASI Selected, Snap UAS

The FAA's nationwide deployment of the Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability (LAANC) has exceeded all of the program’s original objectives. Since the program began with a prototype system in November 2017, LAANC has processed more than 50,000 applications from drone operators for authorization to fly in controlled airspace. The system now covers almost 300 air traffic facilities serving approximately 500 airports, providing near-instantaneous approvals and allowing operators to quickly plan their flights. A Uni

Airborne-Unmanned 11.27.18: 50K LAANC App's, UAV Organ Transport, Intel Shooting Star

Also: Hirth Engines, University Of Maryland, GA-ASI Selected, Snap UAS

The FAA's nationwide deployment of the Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability (LAANC) has exceeded all of the program’s original objectives. Since the program began with a prototype system in November 2017, LAANC has processed more than 50,000 applications from drone operators for authorization to fly in controlled airspace. The system now covers almost 300 air traffic facilities serving approximately 500 airports, providing near-instantaneous approvals and allowing operators to quickly plan their flights. A University of Maryland Medical Center doctor, working with the school's Department of Aerospace Engineering, has successfully transported a kidney by drone in an experiment that coul

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Latest SH09 Prototype Begins Flight Trials

Third Aircraft Enters The Flight Test Fleet

Kopter Group AG (Kopter) has started the next phase of its helicopter development and certification program with its latest SH09 prototype number 3 (P3). P3 has achieved the necessary technical clearance and regulatory compliance to start flight tests.

LAFD Pilots Make Daring Mountain Rescue

Had Been Fighting Woolsey Fire When The Rescue Call Came

Risking lives to save lives is what firefighters do but LAFD Air Operations Pilots David Nordquist and Joel Smith took it to new heights at the Woolsey Fire on Friday, November 9th.

Gone West: Aviation Journalist Jack Elliott Schapiro

Wrote 'Wings Over New Jersey' Column For More Than 38 Years

Jack Elliott Schapiro, passed away on November 20, 2018 at the age of 94. Known professionally and in the aviation community by his pen name, Jack Elliott, he is best known for writing Wings Over Jersey, a column in New Jersey’s largest paper, the Newark Star-Ledger. Jack was a husband of 49 years to Esta-Ann, a father of two children – Amy and Stephen, and a grandfather to Hudson.

New Sierra Nevada Corporation Launches New Satellite

Microsat to Support Department Of Defense Experiments

Sierra Nevada Corporation’s (SNC) new satellite, Space Test Program Satellite #5 (STPSat-5), was scheduled to launch on Spaceflight’s SSO-A SmallSat Express mission from Vandenberg Air Force Base, California on Monday, creating a new opportunity for scientific research and development for the Department of Defense (DoD).

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New Zealand Rescue Helicopter Crewman's Book Available For Free

'Emergency Response: Life, Death And Helicopters' E-Book Can Be Downloaded From Multiple Sources

A new book chronicling the work of Dave Greenberg as a member of the Life Flight - the Westpac Rescue Helicopter service has been published, and an e-book version can download it for free.

Long Island Officials Insist That FAA Conduct Public Hearings On Helo Routes

Say Forums Held By The Agency Were 'A Complete Waste Of Time'

Elected officials and residents on Long Island, NY are insisting that the FAA hold formal public hearings on the North Shore Helicopter Route, but the agency will only say that it is "reviewing the request" for the hearings.

LOT Passengers Asked To Pay For Airliner Repairs

Hydraulic Pump On Boeing 787 Failed Prior To Return Flight

The 250 passengers on a Lot Polish Airlines flight were asked to pay for repairs to a hydraulic pump on the airline's Dreamliner that was taking them from Beijing to Poland when the mechanic reportedly demanded payment in cash.

Serbia Receives First Of Nine H145Ms

Contract Includes Technology Transfer, Spare Parts, Maintenance Documentation

The Serbian Minister of Defence Aleksandar Vulin visited the Airbus Helicopters Donauwörth site to accept the first H145M for the Serbian Air Force. In December, two H145Ms will be delivered to the Serbian Ministry of Interior. Altogether, Serbia will receive nine H145Ms, earmarked for the Air Force and for the Ministry of Interior. Four of the Air Force’s aircraft will be equipped with the HForce weapon management system.

Boeing, Caribbean Airlines Announce Selection Of 737 MAX

Airline Reveals Decision To Renew Its Fleet With More Efficient And Longer-Range Aircraft

Caribbean Airlines has chosen to enhance and renew its single-aisle fleet with the 737 MAX 8. The carrier, which has long operated the Next-Generation 737, will take delivery of 12 MAX airplanes in the coming years.

Indoor Skydiving Set To Open In NE Florida

iFly To Open To The Public In Jacksonville Wednesday

For those who might like to experience skydiving freefall without having to actually jump out of a airplane, iFly will be opening its latest location Wednesday in Jacksonville, FL.

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High Level Conference On Drones Explores Future Drone Market

New European Drone Regulation Also To Being Discussed

Drone experts from all over the world have gathered in Amsterdam for this year’s EASA High Level Conference on Drones. During the 2-day conference, policy makers, drone specialists and industry leaders will discuss the new European drone regulation and explore the future drone market.

FAA Issues SAIB For Aspen EFD Units

Some Units Have Been Resetting Themselves In Flight

The FAA has recently been notified that there have been numerous reports of Aspen EFD1000 PFD, EFD1000 MFD, EFD1000 EBD, and EFD500 MFD units with software version 2.9 and the ADS-B IN (FIS-B) Weather Interface option repeatedly resetting itself in-flight. The reset occurs between five- to ten-minute intervals.

Airbus Appoints Michael Schöllhorn As Chief Operating Officer

Will Assume New Duties On February 1 Succeeding Tom Williams

Airbus SE has appointed Michael Schöllhorn, 53, as Chief Operating Officer (COO) for Airbus Commercial Aircraft, effective February 1. Schöllhorn, currently COO for BSH Home Appliances GmbH in Munich, will succeed Tom Williams, 66, who retires December 31 after 50 successful years in the aerospace industry, 19 of which were in top Airbus management positions.

Investigators Say Cracks That Caused SWA Engine Failure Developed Over Years

Testimony Given During NTSB Hearing On The Incident

The cracks that developed in engine fan blades that led to an uncontained failure on a Southwest Airlines 737 may have gone undetected during a 2012 engine overhaul and inspection, according to testimony given during an NTSB hearing held November 13th.

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Utah Teenagers Arrested For Stealing An Airplane

Had Walked Away From A Group Home On The Wasatch Front

On Nov. 22, 2018, two teenage boys were arrested near the Vernal Regional Airport after landing a small plane they had stolen from a private airstrip in Jensen, Uintah County.

SpaceX Sets Date For Commercial Crew Demo Flights

Uncrewed Human-Rated Dragon To Fly January 7

NASA has updated the schedule posted on its Commercial Crew blog to indicate that the first flight of an uncrewed human-rated SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule is planned for January 7, 2019.

AAIB Issues Report On Boeing 737 Incident In Belfast

Temperature Data Incorrectly Entered Into Flight Computer

The U.K. Air Accident Investigation Branch (AAIB) has issued a report from an incident which occurred in July of last year involving a Sunwings Boeing 737-800 departing Belfast for Corfu, Greece.

Airborne-Unmanned 11.20.18: Solar-Powered Odysseus, QF-16 Delivered, FT Aviator

Also: Hover 2, TX Man Charged After Drone Shooting, ZF First In Germany, AviSight, Inc.

Aurora continues its nearly 30-year legacy of advancing autonomous systems with Odysseus, a solar-powered autonomous aircraft. Odysseus is an ultra-long endurance, high-altitude platform utilizing advanced solar cells and built with lightweight materials. Odysseus can effectively fly indefinitely – all powered by clean, renewable energy. The inspiration for Odysseus started with the Daedalus Project that ultimately set records in distance and for human-powered flight in 1988 with a 72-mile flight between the Gr

Aero-News: Quote Of The Day (11.27.18)

"Thanks to the joint efforts performed by EASA and the European Commission with the extensive support from the Member States and stakeholders we have created the foundation for EU wide rules for drone operations. As this industry is rapidly expanding it is important for us to anticipate market developments and be prepared for change.” Source: Patrick Ky, Executive Director of EASA.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (11.27.18): Negative Static Stability

The initial tendency of an aircraft to continue away from the original state of equilibrium after being disturbed.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (11.27.18)

Final Destination Slovakia

This web site is dedicated to the all members of 15th USAAF and 205.BG RAF, and especially to those who were shot down, bailed out or transited Slovakia in their travels back to Allied lines.

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