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June 06, 2019

AMA Drone Report 06.06.19: Chute Waiver, Know B4 U Fly, Red Cat

Also: AMA TAG Grants, Rugo 2 Drone Light, DJI Welcome, New Hampshire Legislature

The FAA has issued Hensel Phelps Construction Company of Washington, D.C., a Part 107 waiver to operate a DJI Phantom 4 drone, equipped with a parachute, over people. A waiver is required to operate a drone contrary to the rules in part 107. The FAA did not certify or approve the parachute that will be used; however, the FAA determined that the waiver application sufficiently met the standard design specification (ASTM 3322-18) and that the proposed sUAS operation could be safely conducted under the terms and conditions of a waiver. Supporters of the Know Before You Fly campaign have sent a letter to the House Committee on Appropriations urging Congress to provide funding fo

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Airborne 06.05.19: Cuba Flt Ban, Sponsored CFI, Astronautics TSO

Also: New 737 AD, Pilot Proficiency, NASA's Webb Telescope, New Embraer E2 Training Program

If you were planning to fly your private airplane the 90 miles from Key West to Havana, you're going to have to make other travel plans, and you may not be able to go at all. The U.S. Treasury Department on Tuesday unveiled amendments to the Cuban Assets Control Regulations (CACR) to further implement President Trump's foreign policy on Cuba. According to Caribbean Travel Adventures, the general license for private and charter aircraft was revoked, today, June 5. Specific license requests for private and charter

AMA Drone Report 06.06.19: Chute Waiver, Know B4 U Fly, Red Cat

Also: AMA TAG Grants, Rugo 2 Drone Light, DJI Welcome, New Hampshire Legislature

The FAA has issued Hensel Phelps Construction Company of Washington, D.C., a Part 107 waiver to operate a DJI Phantom 4 drone, equipped with a parachute, over people. A waiver is required to operate a drone contrary to the rules in part 107. The FAA did not certify or approve the parachute that will be used; however, the FAA determined that the waiver application sufficiently met the standard design specification (ASTM 3322-18) and that the proposed sUAS operation could be safely conducted under the terms and conditions of

FAA Updates Chart Supplement Document

Will Include Telephone Numbers Directly To The ATC Controlling Agency For Clearances To Depart Non-Towered Airports For the First Time

The June 20th 2019 publication of the FAA Chart Supplement (formerly known as the Airport Facility Directory or the “Green Book”) will complete a welcome change – publication of telephone numbers directly to the ATC controlling agency for clearances to depart non-towered airports or those with limited tower hours that do not have a Remote Communication Outlet (RCO) or Ground Communications Outlet (GCO).

Drone Airspace Security Company WhiteFox Releases New White Paper

'Enabling The Good While Preventing the Bad: How Security Enables The Drone Industry'

Drone airspace security company WhiteFox has released a new white paper – "Enabling the Good While Preventing the Bad: How Security Enables the Drone Industry".

Central Florida Aviation Medical Examiner Charged

Dr. Robert F. Kurrle Admits To Fraudulently Certifying Pilots

On May 28, 2019, Dr. Robert F. Kurrle, Port Orange, Florida, was charged via information in U.S. District Court, Orlando, Florida, for falsely certifying thousands of commercial and private pilot medical examinations. The information was filed subsequent to a signed plea agreement in which Kurrle admitted to the violations.

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Air Canada, Drone Delivery Canada Announce A Sales Agency Agreement

Air Canada Cargo Will Help Drone Delivery Canada Market Its Services

Air Canada has entered into a sales agency agreement with Drone Delivery Canada Corp. (DDC) through which Air Canada Cargo will market DDC's drone delivery services in Canada, giving the logistics community access to the growing potential of commercial drone deliveries.

Former FCC Chair Tom Wheeler Joins AirMap Board

Role Will Be To Help Shape The Future Unmanned Airspace Economy

AirMap has appointed Tom Wheeler, former Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), to the company's Board of Directors. Mr. Wheeler will help guide AirMap's leadership on the path toward realizing a new era in aviation where open, interconnected technology and regulatory systems make safe high-autonomy aircraft operations a part of everyday life.

Tijuana Public Safety Department Partners With Cape

Launch Mexico’s First 'Drone As A First Responder' Program

Cape, a cloud platform for drone telepresence and data management, and the Tijuana Public Safety Department have announced the launch of the city’s Drone as First Responder (DFR) program. The first official DFR program to be deployed in Mexico, the program will integrate two drones equipped with the Cape Aerial Telepresence platform into daily operations, providing access to real-time aerial visibility and intelligence for officer support in both the command center and the field.

Airbus Wins Three Satellite Deal From Inmarsat

GX7, 8 & 9 First To Be Based On New OneSat Product Line

Airbus has signed a contract with Inmarsat to design, manufacture and build the first in their next generation of geostationary Ka-band satellites, Inmarsat GX7, 8 & 9. The three satellites are the first to be based on Airbus’ new OneSat product line, which is fully reconfigurable in orbit.

Bristow Secures Contract With BP PLC

Awarded Five-Year Deal To Support BP's North Sea Operations

Bristow Group has announced a new contract with BP plc, to support its North Sea operations. The contract, with a five year primary term, commenced on May 13, 2019.

Dozens Of Satellites Joining Vega's Ride-Share To Space

Inaugural 'Proof Of Concept' Flight Of Vega’s SSMS Dispenser Will Take Place This September

More than 40 satellite missions will be launched at once by Europe’s Vega launcher this autumn, thanks to the innovative modular “Lego-style” dispenser resting on its upper stage.

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Drone Aviation Selected By Prime Contractor For Additional $1.7 Million Award

Brings Total Contract Value With Unnamed Customer To $5.5 Million

Drone Aviation Holding Corp., a manufacturer of tethered drones and lighter-than-air aerostats, has been selected by a prime contractor for an additional award valued at approximately $1.7 million.

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AMA Drone Report 05.30.19: DJI Embraces ADS-B, FAA Update, AMA Scholarships

Also: 2019 AirVenture Innovation Preview, Jetpack Kaput, Public Safety UAS, Drones Inspect Wind Turbines

DJI has committed to install airplane and helicopter detectors in new consumer drones, using ADS-B technologies, as part of a 10-point plan to ensure the world’s skies remain safe in the drone era. All new DJI drone models released after January 1, 2020 that weigh more than 250 grams will include AirSense technology, which receives ADS-B signals from nearby airplanes and helicopters and warns drone pilots if they appear to be on a collision course. This will be the largest single deployment of

IATA: Slowing Demand And Rising Costs Squeeze Airline Profits

Says The Business Environment For Airlines Has Deteriorated With Rising Fuel Prices And A Substantial Weakening Of World Trade

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced a downgrade of its 2019 outlook for the global air transport industry to a $28 billion profit (from $35.5 billion forecast in December 2018). That is also a decline on 2018 net post-tax profits which IATA estimates at $30 billion (re-stated).

Mitsubishi In Negotiations With Bombardier To Acquire CRJ Program

If A Deal Is Made, It Could Spell The End Of Commercial Aviation At Bombardier

Negotiations are getting very serious between Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Bombardier for the Japanese company's acquisition of the CRJ program, according to sources familiar with the talks.

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KLM And TU Delft Join Forces To Make Aviation More Sustainable

Sign Cooperative Agreement To Research 'Flying-V' Airliner

KLM president & CEO Pieter Elbers and Dean of the Faculty of Aerospace Engineering at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) Professor Henri Werij have signed a new cooperative agreement to work together on making aviation more sustainable at the IATA Annual General Meeting in Seoul. KLM will be contributing towards TU Delft’s research into an innovative flight concept known as the “Flying-V”, which embraces an entirely different approach to aircraft design, in anticipation and support of sustainable long-distance flight in the future.

Relief Organization Airlink Forms Governors Council

Top Aviation Executives Join Forces To Promote Airlink, Better Support Communities In Crisis

To support its mission of mobilizing the aviation industry to ensure assistance reaches communities impacted by disasters and other humanitarian crises, nonprofit organization Airlink recently welcomed influential senior aviation executives to its newly formed Governors Council.

Academy Of Model Aeronautics Awards More Than $20,000 In TAG Grants

Will Benefit 45 Clubs In 10 AMA Districts

The Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) has awarded $20,240 to 45 clubs in 10 AMA districts across the nation. AMA awards up to $1,000 to clubs that implement a Take off And Grow (TAG) program in their local communities. TAG programs provide newcomers to model aviation an opportunity to learn about the hobby as well as practice flying model aircraft with experienced club members.

EASA Approves Garmin's G500H TXi Flight Display For Helicopters

Offers An Expanded Array Of Features, Options And Panel Possibilities

EASA has approved the Garmin G500H TXi, the next generation touchscreen flight display for helicopters. Built on the proven capabilities of the original G500H series, the G500H TXi offers a vastly expanded array of features, options and panel possibilities that bring a new level of reliability, adaptability and affordability to helicopter operations.

FAA Breaks Ground For New Air Traffic Tower At KGSO

Will Replace An Existing 90-Foot-Tall Tower That Has Been In Operation Since 1974

The FAA has broken ground of a new Air Traffic Control Tower and Terminal Radar Approach Control (TRACON) at Piedmont Triad International Airport (KGSO) in Greensboro, N.C. The agency will invest $61 million in the new facility.

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (06.06.19)

"While Bombardier does not generally comment publicly on market speculation or rumors, in light of recent media reports, Bombardier believes it is prudent to advise stakeholders that it is in discussions with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. with respect to its CRJ Program." Source: Bombardier statement concerning talks with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries concerning the CRJ program.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Term (06.06.19): Contact Approach

An approach wherein an aircraft on an IFR flight plan, having an air traffic control authorization, operating clear of clouds with at least 1 mile flight visibility and a reasonable expectation of continuing to the destination airport in those conditions, may deviate from the instrument approach procedure and proceed to the destination airport by visual reference to the surface.

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (06.06.19)

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The largest flying boat reference web site and home of the flying boat -- in detail -- on the web; specializes in providing information for the scale modeler in the form of historic photographs, plans and articles detailing the construction of 1/72nd scale models of various types, together with close-up photographic 'walk-rounds' of some of the surviving examples and many other reference details.

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