Boom Supersonic announced its XB-1 demonstrator aircraft executed its second flight successfully at Mojave Air & Space Port in Mojave, California. XB-1 continues to progress through its flight test program and providing a foundation for the development of Overture, the company’s supersonic airliner. The landing gear was cycled through retraction and extension for the first time, successfully -- and other tasks. Be careful what you tell the FAA... even on your medical application... A federal jury has convicted Olukayode Aduragbenro Ojo, 36, of Dallas, TX, of two counts of making a false statement to the FAA to obtain a medical certific
A Couple Speaks Up on Behalf of Thousands of Delayed Travelers
A class action has been filed against CrowdStrike following a systemwide software outage in late July. This left thousands of travelers with canceled flights, leaving millions of dollars in losses behind. Harlan v. CrowdStrike Holdings Inc. and CrowdStrike Inc. will move forward in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
The next launch of SpaceX’s Starship Integrated Flight Test 5 (IFT-5) was originally announced as potentially happening in early August, as posted in July by Elon Musk on X (formerly Twitter). That schedule has obviously slipped a bit, and is now slated for the first week of September as SpaceX is awaiting the expected FAA certification for the launch.
Drone-Mounted Magnetometers Used To Detect Aircraft Remnants
The Discovery Channel recently released a documentary titled “Finding Amelia”. It showcases an expedition to unearth the fate of legendary aviator Amelia Earhart, which was conducted using drone-mounted magnetometers. The film aired on August 7 on the Discovery Channel.
Boom Supersonic announced its XB-1 demonstrator aircraft executed its second flight successfully at Mojave Air & Space Port in Mojave, California. XB-1 continues to progress through its flight test program and providing a foundation for the development of Overture, the company’s supersonic airliner.
AgEagle announced it delivered the first 20 of 49 eBee VISION full-stack systems to its reseller for French Army surveillance operations. Each system includes an eBee VISION UAV, ground controller systems, antenna and communications package, and a tactical backpack for deployment in the field. The entire purchase order of 49 units also includes a comprehensive package of spare parts for a total purchase valued at $3.4 million.
Company Demonstrates Capabilities of Technology In Agile Flag 24-3
Joby Aviation announced in late August that it successfully demonstrated autonomous aircraft operations with the U.S. Air Force. The aircraft completed fully autonomous tasks over 9 locations during the ‘Agile Flag 24-3’ exercise. It was ‘monitored’ by an onboard safety pilot and by a laptop and satellite communications terminal on the ground.
Flying Aid And Emergency Airlift In Papua New Guinea
Rex Alexander made a journey out to the Seaplane Base at AirVenture ‘23, checking out the newest Samaritan Aviation response aircraft. Mark Palm heads up Samaritan’s operations, using a fleet of backcountry-ready Cessna 206s. He brought their newest addition to the fleet, sporting all the modifications it needed to safely make it through the nonprofit’s missions flying aid and responding to emergencies in Papua New Guinea. The Samaritan team hops between 120 villages, turning a 3-day trip to the hospital into a 1-hour flight aboard their float-equipped Cessnas. Palm&r
Embraer announced the sale of up to six A-29 Super Tucano aircraft to the Uruguayan Air Force (FAU). The deal includes one aircraft plus a commitment to purchase five more with deliveries beginning in 2025, as well as mission equipment, integrated logistics, and a flight simulator.
uAvionix confirmed that their Casia G will soon be able to support nighttime operations. This development will significantly expand its utility for Drone as First Responder (DFR) programs. The Casia G is a ground-based detect and alert system. It employs artificial intelligence and computer vision technology to monitor airspace and prevent mid-air collisions with UAS. The Japan Coast Guard (JCG) has purchased two additional SeaGuardian® Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. (GA-ASI). The MQ-9B SeaGuardian is cap
uAvionix confirmed that their Casia G will soon be able to support nighttime operations. This development will significantly expand its utility for Drone as First Responder (DFR) programs. The Casia G is a ground-based detect and alert system. It employs artificial intelligence and computer vision technology to monitor airspace and prevent mid-air collisions with UAS. The Japan Coast Guard (JCG) has purchased two additional SeaGuardian® Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. (GA-ASI). The MQ-9B SeaGuardian is capable of
Groups Sign MOU To Exchange Expertise And Information
The Alaska Air Carriers Association (AACA) and National Air Transportation Association (NATA) announced the formation of a partnership to create a framework for advancing the success and safety of air carriers. The AACA and NATA signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate with each other in an exchange of information and expertise through committee engagements and collaborations on business, outreach, and events.
Engine Cylinders No. 2 And 3 Lost Power. About 10 Seconds Later, Engine Cylinders No. 1 And 4 Lost Power
On August 14, 2024, about 2000 central daylight time, a Vans RV-8A airplane, N184DC, sustained substantial damage when it was involved in an accident near Guthrie, Oklahoma. The pilot was not injured. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight. According to the pilot, about 40 ft above ground level during the initial climb from the grass airstrip, the engine cylinders No. 2 and 3 lost power. About 10 seconds later, engine cylinders No. 1 and 4 lost power.
Aero Linx: Utah Back Country Pilots Association (UBCP)
We hope to promote flying in Utah, and we welcome you to our state. We recognize the inherent hazards and risk involved in back country flying and will strive to minimize this by disseminating information on airstrip conditions, and canyon flying techniques. This website is one aspect of our effort. We believe that a significant potential exists in our state to develop a handful of remote landing fields and we hope you'll come fly with us and join the effort.
Microburst
A small downburst with outbursts of damaging winds extending 2.5 miles or less. In spite of its small horizontal scale, an intense microburst could induce wind speeds as high as 150 knots.
“We were pleased to continue demonstrating the capabilities of our autonomy technology during Agile Flag 24-3, where we completed dozens of fully autonomous aerial missions and showcased an ability to perform rapid resupply. We look forward to continuing to work with the U.S. Air Force as we further develop the suite of technologies that could enable greater automation or full autonomy, first on the Caravan and then on numerous other aircraft types.”
Source: Maxime Gariel, the Autonomy Lead at Joby, discussing their successful demonstration of autonomous aircraft operations with the U.S. Air Force. The aircraft completed fully autonomous tasks over 9 locations during the ‘Agile Flag 24-3’ exercise.
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