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May 05, 2018

Unmanned Systems Bring Benefits, But Risks Must Be Observed, Keynoters Say

Speakers Called For Balance Between Enthusiasm For Technology And Risks It May Bring

Attendees of Wednesday’s keynote addresses on “The Unmanned Lifestyle” heard calls to balance enthusiasm for all that unmanned systems can bring to humanitarian causes and public safety with caution regarding the risks of turning over too much decision-making control to intelligent machines — and those who might hack them.

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NTSB: Pilot Reported Icing Before PA Accident In April

Pilot And Passenger Fatally Injured

On April 19, 2018, at 0843 EDT, a Cirrus SR22 airplane, N451TD, impacted terrain near Williamsburg, PA. The private rated pilot and one passenger were fatally injured. The airplane was destroyed and a postimpact fire consumed most of the wreckage.

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Terrafugia Partners With CEVT To Bring Flying Car To Market

Geely Holdings Gives Access To World Class Performance And Testing

Terrafugia Inc. announced its partnership with CEVT (China Euro Vehicle Technology AB) to collaborate on a variety of developments to bring the first flying car to market. Zhejiang Geely Holding Group (Geely Holding) acquired Terrafugia in Fall 2017, extending access to collaborate with its subsidiary companies.

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NBAA Names Recipients Of Hilsmann Memorial Scholarships

Awarded To Aspiring Aviation Maintenance Technicians And Military Personnel Transitioning To Business Aviation

The Maintenance Committee of the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) today announced the recipients of the Hank Hilsmann Memorial Scholarship at NBAA's Maintenance Conference in Albuquerque, NM.

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San Diego Air & Space Museum Hosts 'Fly Your Ride' STEM Challenge

Flying Car Contest For High School Students Held This Weekend At The Museum

A record 69 teams from a dozen different local middle schools teamed up in the Fly Your Ride! STEM challenge flying car competition at the San Diego Air & Space Museum in Balboa Park this past weekend, and the contest continues today when 33 teams from nine different schools take center stage in the high school division beginning at 10 a.m.

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Boeing, Uzbekistan Airways Finalize Order For 787-8

Will Join Two Other Dreamliners Already In Revenue Service With The Airline

Boeing and Uzbekistan Airways, the flag carrier of the Republic of Uzbekistan, have finalized an order for one 787-8 Dreamliner, valued at $239 million at current list prices. 

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Select Aviation College Chooses Alsim ALX Simulator

Fills Need For Multi Crew Cooperation Capable Device

Alsim is pleased to announce the sale of an ALX simulator to Select Aviation College, a Canadian flight school located in Quebec.

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Wipaire Welcomes Andrew San Giacomo

Named Director Of Aircraft Services

Wipaire has welcomed Andrew San Giacomo as Director of Aircraft Services with oversight of Wipaire’s wide range of services. Andrew will lead and manage teams in Minnesota specializing in aircraft maintenance, avionics repair and installation, paint refinishing, and custom interiors. His responsibilities will include ensuring Wipaire’s high standards for safety and quality are met, along with maintaining compliance with Federal Aviation Administration regulations and all other applicable regulatory agencies.

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Aero-News: Quote of the Day (05.05.18)

“We live in an extremely complex world with a full range of complex problems. And today we are addressing those problems by combining sensors that will allow machines to sense the world around us using intelligent software to plan and execute complex actions and then evaluate the impact of those actions.” Source: Lockheed Martin senior vice president of corporate strategy and business development, speaking at AUVSI XPO.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Term (05.05.18): Uncontrolled Airspace

Class G airspace that has not been designated as Class A, B, C, D, or E.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (05.05.18)

Directory of Aircraft Type Clubs The organizations listed on this site are made up of owners and fans of specific makes and models of aircraft. They are an excellent source of information about the aircraft, including operating tips, maintenance, obtaining hard-to-find parts, and even buying and selling aircraft.

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