FAA Forces Him To Learn the Hard Way

The FAA recently caught Olukayode Aduragbenro Ojo lying on his First Class Medical application. He now faces up to 5 years in federal prison and a maximum fine of $250,000. Ojo’s conviction sends a clear message on the FAA’s boundaries. Ojo is a 36-year-old FAA-certified Commercial Airline pilot. In February of 2023, Ojo pleaded guilty to two misdemeanor theft charges after he was caught stealing passenger luggage from the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport baggage carousels. 

The Incident Occurred At Delta’s TechOps Facility in Georgia

Two Delta Airlines maintenance workers were killed and one more was left in critical condition after an aircraft tire explosion. The fatal incident occurred in the wheel and brake shop at a Delta Airlines TechOps maintenance facility. Delta has stated that they are currently working with Atlanta authorities to conduct a full investigation.

Features Legendary CAF Aircraft Rides, Cockpit Tours

The Commemorative Air Force’s AirPower History Tour is deep into its nationwide journey with cockpit tours, rides, presentations, and discussions to bring a true sense of history along with the historic airplanes that helped shape the events that made them famous.

Business Aircraft Passengers Can Access Content Through WiFi

DIRECTV INFLIGHT has entered a collaboration with Satcom Direct (SD) to provide live television to business aviation passengers. Content will be delivered to aircraft through Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) and distributed via the aircraft WiFi to passengers’ devices.

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The U.S. Marine Corps accepted the last of the VH-92A presidential helicopters built by Sikorsky in a recent ceremony in the company’s Owego, New York, modification facility. Helicopters built by Sikorsky have flown every U.S. president since 1957. It is a modified version of the company’s commercial S-92 helicopter. Fisheries and Oceans Canada’s Whale Protection Unit completed an investigation on River Road Films’ drone operations resulting in a $30,000 fine for the company and their drone operator for not maintaining proper distance f

Most Guppies Swim, This one Flies!

While making the rounds at AirVenture 2023, Aero News’ sneakiest mice were able to get some sterling footage of the ins and outs of the old Aero Spacelines Super Guppy, the quad-engined outsidzed cargo aircraft of yore. The heavily modified Boeing 377 Stratocruiser cuts an extremely unique figure on the ramp, thanks to its immense cargo compartment, well-kept aluminum skins, and vintage T-34 Pratt & Whitney turboprops. Back in its heyday, the Super Guppy was used to transport large cargo pieces for NASA, a mission that’s seen in its old-school tail logo today.

Combined GPS Receiver-Transponder Expands Airspace Access for UAS

Avionics technology company uAvionix announced it has received Technical Standard Order (TSO) certification from the FAA for its ping200XR Mode S ADS-B transponder with integral aviation GPS. This landmark is the latest in the growing list of TSO certifications for uAvionix and the unit represents the lowest certified size, weight, and power (SWaP) product for global airspace compliance. The certification covers multiple separate TSOs for each component of the unit: transponder, ADS-B functionality, internal pressure altimeter, and integral aviation GPS. 

Klyde Calculates The Value of Space-Age Bragging Rights...

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Sustainable Jet Design Inches Closer to Certification

Lilium has completed the first phase of integration testing using their in-house lab, ticking off a key milestone on the way to eventual certification. As the lab works on tying together the electric powertrain's batteries and engines, workers on the production line are already beginning to assemble the first two Lilium Jets for the upcoming certification campaign. The lab will replicate a Jet's powertrain in a controlled test environment, checking systems that will eventually become the backbone of the sustainable aircraft.  

Projects Will Help Achieve Net-Zero Emissions By 2050

The Federal Aviation Administration announced $291 million in awards from the Inflation Reduction Act. This will assist in development of sustainable aviation fuel and technologies. The goal of the funding is to push for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions from aviation by 2050.

Increasing Demand for CFM LEAP Work Requires Some Improvements Around the GE Network

GE Aerospace announced that it would put $1 billion into its global maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) network, intending to improve shop throughput, turnaround time, and customer service across its widebody and narrowbody fleets. As such, all 19 of GE Aerospace’s MRO and component repair sites will get funding to upgrade equipment, machines, and tooling where needed. There seems to be wide latitude to act, for each individual site, allowing some to improve facility infrastructure or accelerate the adoption of approved tech - pretty much anything as long as it meets the goal of improved service for the end user. 

Recent $1M  Expansion For Fort Lauderdale Shop

Quality Aircraft Accessories’ (QAA) Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Part 145 Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) shop has received certification by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). The facility focuses on GA accessories, primarily magnetos and exhaust systems.

Accident Site Showed Evidence Of A Low-Energy Impact, Consistent With A Low-Altitude Stall

Analysis: After an uneventful flight, the powered glider approached the grass airstrip to land. The passenger stated that the altitude seemed to be low during the approach. He stated that as the pilot started to turn the glider, the passenger felt that they were not going to land safely, and yelled to the pilot, “we are not going to make this.” The powered glider dropped down and seemed to stall. The passenger heard the engine rev up, and the powered glider collided with the ground.

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Flight Check

A call sign prefix used by FAA aircraft engaged in flight inspection/certification of navigational aids and flight procedures. The word “recorded” may be added as a suffix; e.g., “Flight Check 320 recorded” to indicate that an automated flight inspection is in progress in terminal areas.

“These folks are all performing at a required professional level, as volunteers, appearing here and elsewhere to honor those that have come before us, as well as inspire others to be part of the future of aviation. And, of course, we love these planes and are actively engaged in preserving these historic treasures. For each of us who are here, there are hundreds in the background making this possible.” Source: CAF Col. Ellie Dana, a Wyoming resident and WASP Squadron Unit Leader, speaking on behalf of the CAF and its commitment to safety. The Commemorative Air Force’s AirPower History Tour is currently deep into its nationwide journey with cockpit tours, rides, presentations, and discussions to bring a true sens