"Today's battlefield is adapting rapidly. By teaching our soldiers to understand how drones work and are built, we are giving them the skills to think creatively and apply emerging technologies to enhance mission effectiveness and readiness..."  Source: Staff Sgt. Christian Dodson, the HAAF Innovation noncommissioned officer in charge, commenting as the Army’s 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade is running with the service’s push to boost drone integration by pairing Apaches, Black Hawks, and Chinooks with small unmanned aircraft to handle reconnaissance, route surveillance, and other jobs that used to rely on pilots squinting out the window.

High Iron And Nickel Levels Suggest Meteorite Origin For “Phippsaksla”

Perseverance, NASA’s Mars rover, found a rock on the planet’s surface that may have come from an ancient asteroid impact. The rock is shiny in appearance and stood out from the surrounding flat terrain around it, so scientists at NASA took a closer look at it and tests revealed high levels of nickel and iron. Those elements are typical of meteorites found on both Mars and Earth.

Strategic Pivot To Manufacturers & Fleets, Warranty Support Continues

Kennon Products, the Sheridan, Wyoming-based provider of aircraft covers, cowl plugs, and other products for general aviation aircraft, announced it is embarking on a strategic shift in operations and will no longer be selling products directly to individual aircraft owners. The last day the company is accepting final direct orders will be December 15, 2025.

Adds To Fleet For Utility Patrol and Cargo Transport In Germany

Bell Textron announced during the European Rotors 2025 Conference that the utility and cargo operator Heli Transair European Air Services GmbH (Heli Transair), based in Egelsbach, Germany, signed a purchase agreement for three additional Bell 505 helicopters through the support of its Bell 505 dealer, Rheinland Air Service GmbH. The purchase brings Heli Transair’s Bell 505 fleet to a total of five aircraft.

Ed Bastian Honored for His Commercial Aviation Leadership

At an annual ceremony in downtown Tampa, the 2025 Tony Jannus Award was presented to none other than the head honcho at one of the most successful airlines in history: Delta CEO Ed Bastian. The award, now in its 61st year, is given to individuals who have made significant contributions to commercial aviation.

Continues Multi-Year Collaboration On Airline’s In-Flight Entertainment

Viasat, a global communications provider, announced at the Dubai Airshow 2025 that Etihad Airways will deploy Viasat’s Amara next-generation connectivity solution across its entire fleet to reinforce its commitment to delivering world-class guest experiences. The expanded agreement builds on a multi-year collaboration between the two companies.

Government Open, But Another Critical Deadline Approaches In January

The federal government is open again after two months during which air traffic controllers, security personnel, and other federal employees worked without pay, but another crucial deadline comes up on January 30 when the continuing resolution that resumed funding for the federal government expires. Ed Bolen, President and CEO of the National Business Aviation Association, urged Congress to act now to pass legislation that ensures continued funding for aviation operations across the national airspace system.

Completes Air Taxi Test Flight, Doing Demos at Dubai Airshow

Joby Aviation, developer of eVTOL aircraft for commercial air taxi service, announced the next three locations where vertiports will be built and added to Dubai’s air taxi network. The announcement was made at the Dubai Airshow and comes after Joby completed its first point-to-point test flight in the UAE from its test facility in Margham to the grounds of the Airshow at Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).

Smoke Began Entering The Cockpit During The Landing Flare, And Then The Pilot Noticed Flames On The Right Side Of The Airplane

Analysis: The pilot reported that about 30 minutes into the local flight, he heard some crackling in the radio reception and then the cockpit flight displays went blank. The engine stumbled and lost power completely. The pilot was operating the airplane in the airport traffic pattern at that time and decided to secure the engine to set up for a forced landing to the runway. Smoke began entering the cockpit during the landing flare, and then the pilot noticed flames on the right side of the airplane.

From 2023 (YouTube Edition): Deviation from the Historical Mean

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