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August 07, 2018

Airborne-Unmanned 08.07.18: Pipistrel OPV/UAVs, Drone Med Supply, ParaZero Save

Also: Aurora Flight Sciences, Advanced sUAS Inspection, GA-ASI Selected, Drone Center Of Excellence

The aviation and aerospace is constantly abuzz with details about the latest generation of optionally-piloted, and remotely-piloted Unmanned Air Vehicles. It might surprise you that a Light Sport Aircraft manufacturer producing small aircraft for the civil and recreational markets has entered the UAV market, as well. Pipistrel Aircraft manufactures surveillance aircraft in either manned, optionally piloted (OPV) and completely unmanned platforms (UAV). The airframes offer versatile capabilities and can ca

Airborne-Unmanned 08.07.18: Pipistrel OPV/UAVs, Drone Med Supply, ParaZero Save

Also: Aurora Flight Sciences, Advanced sUAS Inspection, GA-ASI Selected, Drone Center Of Excellence

The aviation and aerospace is constantly abuzz with details about the latest generation of optionally-piloted, and remotely-piloted Unmanned Air Vehicles. It might surprise you that a Light Sport Aircraft manufacturer producing small aircraft for the civil and recreational markets has entered the UAV market, as well. Pipistrel Aircraft manufactures surveillance aircraft in either manned, optionally piloted (OPV) and completely unmanned platforms (UAV). The airframes offer versatile capabilities and can carry a wide variety of payloads necessary to taking on state-of-the-art assignments including LIDAR and ISTAR (intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance) m

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Cobham Aviation Services Australia Launches Cadet Pilot Program

Potential Pilots Invited To Enroll In 53-Week Program

Aspiring pilots with little or no flight experience are eligible and encouraged to apply for the 53-week, world-class residential program. It comprises all the necessary and desirable elements to prepare cadets for the role of First Officer on Cobham's highly-modified Dash 8 aircraft.

Five Fatally Injured In California Accident

Cessna 414 Went Down On Approach To John Wayne Airport

A Cessna 414 went down Sunday in a parking lot while on approach to John Wayne Airport (KSNA) in southern California, resulting in the fatal injury of the pilot and four passengers on board.

European Heat Wave May Have Contributed To Swiss Ju 52 Accident

All 20 People On Board The 1939 Aircraft Fatally Injured

A Junkers Ju 52 airplane built in 1939 went down in Switzerland Saturday, resulting in the fatal injury of all 20 people on board.

easyJet Joins Forces With Girlguiding To Engage More Girls In Aviation

Introduces Aviation Badge For Brownies To Encourage Interest In Aviation Careers

European airline easyJet has teamed up with Girlguiding, a U.K. organization similar to the Girl Scouts in the U.S. to give 200,000 girls the opportunity to complete an aviation badge, part of Girlguiding’s new program launched this summer, engaging in aviation, building a foundation for future study and raising awareness of the opportunities to be a pilot as a future career.

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First SLS Core Stage Flight Hardware Complete, Ready For Joining

Will Contain Four RS-25 Rocket Engines, Propellent Tanks, Flight Computers

The first major piece of core stage hardware for NASA's Space Launch System rocket has been assembled and is ready to be joined with other hardware for Exploration Mission-1, the first integrated flight of SLS and the Orion spacecraft. SLS will enable a new era of exploration beyond low-Earth orbit, launching crew and cargo on deep space exploration missions to the Moon, Mars and beyond.

FAA Approves Avfuel Online Training

New Learning Platform Revealed

Avfuel Corporation, an established authority on aviation fuel quality assurance, recently attained FAA approval for its online fuel safety training programs, which are part of the Avfuel Training System (ATS). Now, FBOs and operators can utilize Avfuel’s online Line Fuel Service and Supervisory Fuel Service Training to ensure compliance with FAA fuel safety regulations as outlined by 14 CFR 139.321.

Drones Involved In Alleged Assassination Attempt Against Venezuelan President

Six 'Terrorists' Detained Following Two Explosions During Rally

Drones carrying bombs were reportedly involved in what is being called by the Venezuelan government an assassination attempt against President Nicolás Maduro Saturday. The President was uninjured in the attack.

SSC Atlantic, FAA Roll Out C-17 Compatible Mobile Air Traffic Control Towers

Navy Plans To Roll Out Three LMATCT Platforms In Fiscal Year 2019

Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center (SSC) Atlantic engineers along with officials from the FAA and 437th Aerial Port Squadron conducted a test load of a large mobile air traffic control tower (LMATCT) onto a C-17 Globemaster III July 26 at the Joint Base Charleston - Air Base. The test represented a significant milestone between the FAA and SSC Atlantic in their collaborative efforts to roll out three LMATCT platforms by Fiscal Year 2019, replacing older models originally constructed in the 1990s.

ATP Flight School Grows Fleet Orders 10 Skyhawks From Textron Aviation

Orders 10 Skyhawks From Textron Aviation

ATP Flight School has placed an order for 10 Cessna Skyhawk 172 aircraft — growing the school’s fleet of Skyhawk pistons to nearly 150 — 50 of which Textron Aviation will have delivered new since 2016, further securing the Skyhawk’s reputation as the world’s premier flight trainer.

Subaru And Bell Announce Collaboration On Commercial 412 Helicopter Upgrade

Subaru Bell 412EPX Introduced As Part Of Japan UH-X Program

Bell Helicopter and Subaru Corporation recently announced their collaboration on a commercial enhancement of the BELL 412 EPI, which was type-certified in July as the 412 EPX,in support of the Japan UH-X program.

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AFGE: 'Eliminating Passenger Screening At Airports Is A Recipe For Disaster'

TSA Officer Union Says Passenger Safety Should Be The Agency's Priority

The TSA is considering a proposal to eliminate passenger security screening at more than 150 small and medium-sized airports across the country – a move the employees' union says could have grave consequences.

Boeing Sending Last Shuttle Commander Chris Ferguson Back To Space

Selected For Commercial Crew Mission To ISS

Chris Ferguson, who led the final space shuttle mission, will make his fourth spaceflight when he and NASA astronauts Eric Boe and Nicole Mann take the new Boeing CST-100 Starliner commercial crew spacecraft to the International Space Station.

I-Hart Flying Offers Two Scholarships For Women

Need For New Pilots And Opportunities Drives Organization

The I-Hart Flying organization is committed to providing scholarship opportunities for women interested in aviation, and they celebrated their one-year anniversary of their partnership with EAA this year at AirVenture. In honor of the milestone, they announced the start of their Eagles Soar, Hearts Explore scholarships.

Blackhawk Modifications Expands Their STC'd Offerings In The Turboprop Arena

With A Number Of Projects In The Works Senior VP Bob Kromer Details What A Busy And Exciting Time It Is For Team Blackhawk

Bob Kromer, Senior VP of Engineering at Blackhawk Modifications, declined the dais at EAA press headquarters during AirVenture and took to the floor without a microphone. In his booming voice, he said "our comeback is real and we are here to stay."

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OSH18: Things That Fly Under The Radar #2

Oshkosh Odds And Ends- Part II

As you stop and visit vendor booths of those products that interest you, one is inundated with literature that explains the highlights and embellishes the attributes of each product, sometimes to a level that Madison Avenue would be proud of. One such thing is the community bulletin board. These boards are scattered throughout the airport grounds and at the beginning of the week I have often been disappointed at their bareness.

Model Aircraft Hobbyists Celebrate National Model Aviation Day August 11

Will Raise Money For STEM Education & Charities Across The U.S.

On Saturday, August 11, thousands of model aviation hobbyists will celebrate the sixth annual National Model Aviation Day with over 60 free events across the country, all of which are open to the public. This national event will bring together aviation enthusiasts and members of local Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) clubs to enjoy flying model aircraft and learn about safety.

The JetBlue Foundation, Project Scientist Empower

Sponsors Project Scientist’s STEM Expedition Summer Academy

JetBlue has announced the latest collaboration between the JetBlue Foundation and Project Scientist to introduce science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education and aviation careers to girls from traditionally underrepresented communities. Project Scientist’s STEM Expedition Summer Academy is geared towards girls ages four to 12 and includes behind-the-scenes looks at STEM-focused companies and college programs. During these summer camps, girls learn directly from women in STEM fields.

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (08.07.18)

"Eliminating passenger screening functions at smaller airports is a recipe for disaster." Source: AFGE TSA Council 100 President Hydrick Thomas.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (08.07.18): Victor Airways

Airways based on a centerline that extends from one VOR or VORTAC navigation aid or intersection, to another navigation aid (or through several navigation aids or intersections).

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (08.07.18)

NASA's Commercial Crew Program

The official NASA website explaining its partnerships with commercial companies that will one day launch astronauts from American soil to ISS and deeper into space.

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