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June 01, 2018

Airborne 06.01.18: Cessna Denali, Kermit Weeks' Sopwith Pup, NEW Safari 500

Also: HondaJet Elite, Free Version of Wx24, SAFO Targets Southern Atlanta Aerospace, Boeing E-4 @ OSH18

Textron Aviation has provided an update on the development of the new Cessna Denali single-engine turboprop. Fabrication of the nose section, fuselage, wings and tail cone of the first three flying prototypes is underway, paving the way for the aircraft to enter the market with best-in-class performance. Program engineers are busy building and testing initial flight test articles using production assembly tools manufactured in-house, and continue to conduct static and fatigue tests on grou

Airborne 06.01.18: Cessna Denali, Kermit Weeks' Sopwith Pup, NEW Safari 500

Also: HondaJet Elite, Free Version of Wx24, SAFO Targets Southern Atlanta Aerospace, Boeing E-4 @ OSH18

Textron Aviation has provided an update on the development of the new Cessna Denali single-engine turboprop. Fabrication of the nose section, fuselage, wings and tail cone of the first three flying prototypes is underway, paving the way for the aircraft to enter the market with best-in-class performance. Program engineers are busy building and testing initial flight test articles using production assembly tools manufactured in-house, and continue to conduct static and fatigue tests on ground test articles. When it comes to the restoration and rebuilding of historical aircraft, one must be ready for ANYTHING. Kermit Weeks, former US Aerobatic Team member, aero-entre

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Embraer Sells Four More Legacy 650E Business Jets To Air Hamburg

Deliveries Expected To Begin In The Second Quarter Of 2018

Embraer has announced a new purchase agreement with Air Hamburg for four more Legacy 650E business jets. The agreement was announced on the opening day of the 18th European Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (EBACE) in Geneva, Switzerland. With this additional order, the Germany-based business charter operator, which serves European, Russian and Middle East destinations, will expand its Embraer flagship fleet to 17 aircraft (15 Legacy 600/650 and two Phenom 300).

Air BP Introduces Innovative Airfield Automation Technology

New Digital Platform To Enhance Safety, Reliability And Compliance In Airport Fuelling Operations

Air BP has developed an innovative new Airfield Automation technology to enhance safety, reliability and compliance in airport fuelling operations. This new digital platform for operators and airports is an integrated, real-time, global solution that strengthens safety barriers and mitigates risks during the fuelling process. It is the first commercially deployed system in the world to provide an engineering barrier to actively help prevent misfuelling. As a result, Air BP is currently pursuing patent protection for this distinctive technology.

Shell Aviation And SlyNRG Agree To Strategic Collaboration

Will Advance Use Of Sustainable Aviation Fuel

Shell Aviation and SkyNRG have announced a long-term strategic collaboration to promote and develop the use of sustainable fuel in aviation supply chains. The collaboration combines Shell Aviation’s technical and commercial expertise, world-class supply chain and carbon management operations with SkyNRG’s proven track record of supplying sustainable aviation fuels and in-depth knowledge of this market.

Gogo’s Latest System Is Now An Option On New Production Legacy 500 And 450s

Embraer Delivers First New Production Legacy 450 Business Jet Equipped With Gogo AVANCE L5

Embraer recently delivered its first new production Legacy 450 business jet with business aviation’s leading-edge connectivity technology installed – Gogo AVANCE L5.

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CAE Expands Business Aviation Training Footprint In Europe

Announces New Bombardier Global 5000/6000 Full-Flight Simulator At CAE London Burgess Hill

CAE announced Tuesday at the 2018 European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE) the expansion of its business aviation training footprint with the launch of the new Bombardier Global 5000/6000 full-flight simulator (FFS) with Vision flight deck. The new CAE 7000XR Series FFS is equipped with CAE Tropos 6000XR visual system, offering unprecedented realism. Luxaviation, Tag Aviation Europe, along with the pilots of many other business aircraft operators have started training at CAE London Burgess Hill.

Pratt & Whitney Announces Significant Investment In West Palm Beach Facility

Will Create Jobs For 215 Highly-Skilled Workers

Pratt & Whitney has announced an investment of up to $100 million in its existing West Palm Beach facility that will create up to 215 new jobs by 2022 supporting the company's defense programs. The announcement was made with Florida Governor Rick Scott, officials from Palm Beach County, and approximately 100 of the nearly 1,300 current employees of the Pratt & Whitney facility in attendance.

Airbus Displays First ACH130 Delivered Since The Launch Of ACH

Aircraft Acquired By An Unnamed Customer

The ACH130 that was displayed at Airbus’ EBACE stand is the first of its type to be delivered since the launch of Airbus Corporate Helicopters (ACH) and represents the first time the aircraft is displayed in public.

Aerojet Rocketdyne Successfully Demonstrates Low-Cost, High Thrust Space Engine

Has Potential For Use During Future Lunar Robotic Missions

Aerojet Rocketdyne successfully completed hot-fire testing of a new in-space engine, designated ISE-100. Developed for commercial in-space applications, ISE-100 has the potential to be a critical element for future lunar robotic missions. Producing 100 pounds of thrust, the ISE engine has the capability to provide downward thrust during landing, easing spacecraft down to the lunar surface.

Royal Brunei Takes Delivery Of Its First A320neo

Carrier Has An Additional Six Of The Type On Order

Royal Brunei Airlines (RBA) has taken delivery of its first A320neo aircraft during an event in Toulouse, France attended by Karam Chand, RBA Chief Executive Officer: Her Excellency Datin Paduka Malai Hajah Halimah binti Malai Haji Yussof, Ambassador of Brunei Darussalam to France; and Eric Schulz, Airbus Chief Commercial Officer.

First Leonardo AW101 Commando Merlin Delivered To The U.K.

Aircraft Fully Optimized For Ship Operations

Guto Bebb MP, Minister for Defence Procurement, has announced the delivery of the first AW101 Commando Merlin Mk4 helicopter during a ceremony held at Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton last week. The event marks a major milestone for Leonardo’s Merlin Life Sustainment Programme (MLSP) contract to convert 25 former Royal Air Force Merlin helicopters to fully marinized amphibious support Commando Merlin helicopters for use by the U.K.’s Commando Helicopter Force.

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First Light For The Storm Hunter

Thunderstorm Images Captured By ESA Observatory Aboard ISS

As the International Space Station flew over the Indonesian coast of Sumatra on an April night, lightning from a thunderstorm reached the upper layers of the atmosphere and its light show was captured by ESA’s latest observatory in space.

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EBACE2018 Concludes As A Strong, Forward-Looking Show

Organizers Call The Week 'Decidedly Upbeat' For Business Aviation In Europe

As the 2018 edition of the European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE) concluded its third and final day Thursday, organizers reported that by every measure, the event once again served as a powerful and forward-looking showcase for the European business aviation industry.

NATA Forms Illegal Charter Task Force To Address A Top Industry Concern

First Meeting To Be Held At NATA Conference In June

NATA has announced an initiative to combat illegal charter, addressing a growing concern among members and the industry. The announcement follows several months of collaboration with its membership and Air Charter Committee, and meetings with the FAA to highlight the necessary steps to strengthen the association’s efforts to protect this vital industry.

GAO: FAA Should Improve Its Management Of UAS Safety Risks

Releases A Report Detailing Deficiencies In The Administration's Regulatory Efforts

The Government Accountability Office (GAO) has released a report from a study conducted after Congress and other raised questions about the extent of unsafe small UAS use and FAA’s and other agencies’ efforts to address safety risks they pose.

FAA Opens Additional Comment Period On EIS For Proposed Projects At KCLT

Comments Can Be Submitted Through July 9

The FAA has opened an additional 45-day public comment period on the Environmental Impact Statement for proposed projects at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. The comment period closes on July 9, 2018.

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Twin Commander Aircraft Names New President

Allen Goad Will Step Into The Role Following Matt Isley

Twin Commander Aircraft has a new leader. Allen Goad, an experienced executive in aerospace, defense, service, and industrial markets, has been named President of Twin Commander Aircraft LLC. Allen replaces Matt Isley, who after 10 years at the helm has taken an executive position with another company but still remains within the Twin Commander family.

FAA SAFO Targets Southern Atlanta Aerospace

Company Had Air Agency Certificate Revoked In 2011

The FAA has issued a Safety Alert For Operators (SAFO) warning of possible improper maintenance performed on aircraft accessories/articles by Southern Atlanta Aerospace, LLC.

Klyde Morris 06.01.18

Oh To Be An Ant On The Wall At VRRAD Command HQ

FMI: www.klydemorris.com

Airborne 05.30.18: Alan Bean Goes West, Belite Chipper, Diamond DART-550

Also: NOAA Weather Balloons, UT Plans To Hire 35K, Bell 505 Emergency Flotation, MN HS Aviation Program

A dozen men have walked on the moon... yet today, only four survive to relate the extraordinary personal experiences of having walked the surface of a world other than Earth. Alan Bean, astronaut, artist and Lunar Module Pilot, has gone west at the age of 86. Bean’s life was extraordinary and spanned two pivotal manned space programs. He made his first flight into space aboard Apollo 12, the second manned mission to land on the Moon, at age 37 in November 1969, joining Pete Conrad in the l

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (06.01.18)

“Visiting our members throughout the country, the number one concern expressed by the air charter community is the intrinsic danger of illegal charter to their businesses and the industry as a whole.” Source: NATA Executive Vice President of Operations & General Counsel Timothy Obitts.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (06.01.18): Cantilever

A wing designed to carry loads without external struts.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (06.01.18)

All the World's Rotorcraft

Started in 1997 by an aviation enthusiast in Estonia, the site claims to be "the biggest helicopter collection in the world, more than 700 helicopters and autogyros."

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