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All News

June 02, 2018

Airshow Pilot Dan Buchanan Perishes While Performing in Idaho

Unique Hang Glider Airshow Routine Was A Hit For Decades

ANN has received conformation of the tragic loss of Airshow Pilot Dan Buchanan in an Airshow accident that occurred while performing in a routine at the Gunfighter Skies Air & Space Celebration at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho. Details are minimal, at the moment, though one published description noted that his glider descended sharply to impact near the runway following his release from a winch tow to an undisclosed altitude. The accident occurred approximately 1330 local time. Local rescue operations were quick to the scene, airlifted Dan to nearby medical facilities, whereupon it was reported that he passed away from his injuries.

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John Monnett Announces Retirement From Day To Day Operations At Sonex

Seeks Buyers/Investors While Business Continues Strong

After almost 50 years of involvement in the kit aircraft industry, Sonex Founder and President John Monnett has announced his retirement from Sonex Aircraft, LLC effective June 2, 2018.

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Boeing E-4 Coming To AirVenture For The First Time

Modified 747 Is An Advanced Airborne Command Post For The U.S. Government

For the first time ever, the United States Air Force Global Strike Command is bringing a Boeing E-4 Advanced Airborne Command Post to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. The E-4 is a modified Boeing 747 used as a mobile command post for the National Command Authority. Each E-4 has more than a dozen external communications systems, giving those aboard the ability to run the country from the sky in case of a disaster.

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Mooney Offers Innovative Ownership Program

Teams With Partners In Aviation For Shared Aircraft Ownership

Mooney International has teamed up with Partners in Aviation (PIA) to offer a shared ownership program for new Mooney Ultras. “MooneyShares” co-ownership brings together two operators (of similar geography) to own and operate a high-performance Mooney, cutting acquisition and fixed costs in half. Operators with low-to-medium (200 hours per year or less) utilization requirements benefit most from the model.

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Fourth Bell 525 Flight Test Vehicle Takes Flight

Fifth FTV Will Join Airborne Fleet Later This Year To Perform Function And Reliability Testing

A fourth Bell 525 Flight Test Vehicle has joined the test flight program, with a fifth expected to be flying later this year. The Bell 525 is the world’s first fly-by-wire commercial helicopter and is designed to operate safely and reliably in austere environments with decreased pilot workload.

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Jet Association To Optimize Crew & Flight Scheduling With Jeppesen Solver

Global Private Jet Fleet Operator To Maximize Planning And Recovery Efficiency Using Jeppesen Digital Tools

Boeing subsidiary Jeppesen has announced an agreement with Jet Association, a global network of premium private jets, based in London. Jet Association will integrate Jeppesen Solver technology to simplify the task of managing flight and crew scheduling across its operations.

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Textron Aviation Further Expands European Service Footprint

Features Line Maintenance At London Biggin Hill Airport

Textron Aviation has expanded its London presence with a line maintenance station at London Biggin Hill Airport, further enhancing accessibility to factory-direct service and support for Citation, King Air and Hawker customers operating throughout Europe.

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Gulfstream G650ER Completes Record-Breaking Polar Flight

Flight Took Just Over 13 Hours, 40 Minutes

The ultra-long-range G650ER has again proven its unmatched performance capabilities, adding yet another city-pair speed record, this time during a flight over the North Pole.

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Bombardier Sees A Surge In Demand For Pre-Owned Aircraft In Africa

Says Market Penetration On That Continent Is 'Making Headway'

Bombardier Commercial Aircraft shared an update on the African Regional Aircraft market from the African Aviation Finance conference in Johannesburg, South Africa.

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Aero-News: Quote of the Day (06.02.18)

“Aviation is simply not on the agenda in those discussions at all. And that’s worrying, because the clock is ticking and we’re trying to remain positive.” Source: Mark Bisset with Clyde & Co., the firm commissioned to perform EBAA an analysis of business aviation following the U.K.'s exit from the European Union.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Term (06.02.18): Center Of Gravity Limits

The specified forward and aft points within which the CG must be located during flight.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (06.02.18)

ICAO

The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) is a UN specialized agency, established by States in 1944 to manage the administration and governance of the Convention on International Civil Aviation (Chicago Convention).

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