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August 26, 2025

Airborne-NextGen 08.26.25: Iran UAV Knockoffs, X-37B Spaceplane, Army Training

 Also: ERAU Uses UAVs, P550 Group 2 UAS, Starship’s Florida Launches, NASA Missions Chopped

 

 

The Air Force has put out a call to commission a one-to-one copy of the Iranian-designed Shahed-136. This is a low-cost attack drone that Russia has been using heavily against Ukraine… and that the US wants to know just how to take down. The request for information specifies that the drone must match the Shahed’s form, fit, and function, though the government isn’t providing any technical specifics. The X37B Orbital Test Vehicle launched this past week, August 21, on its eighth mission, lifting off at 11:50 p.m. ET aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 from Kennedy Space Center, Fla. The vehicle is now reported as 'healthy' on orbit

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Remembering McPherson: the Last Surviving WWII ‘Ace’

Navy Fighter Pilot Donald McPherson Passes at 103 Years Old

The last surviving WWII “ace” has died at the age of 103, leaving behind a legacy of heroism and unwavering faith. Naval aviator Donald McPherson was recognized with a Congressional Gold Medal and three Distinguished Flying Crosses for his service.

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Update: Scrubbed Again!!! -- SpaceX Scrubs High-Stakes Starship Test Flight

10th Test Flight Delayed Due to Launchpad Troubles

Updated 08.25.25: Weather that violated launch constraints has scrubbed the second launch attempt of Starship 10. SpaceX noted, "Standing down from today’s flight test attempt due to weather. Starship team is determining the next best available opportunity to fly." As of 2130ET, there has been no suggested alternate time for a third attempt. 08.24.25 Report: SpaceX’s streak of concerning Starship events is continuing, with the repeat of Flight 10 being scrubbed for launchpad infrastructure troubles. The first go at Flight 10, in June, ended much like the three before it: in flames. The only difference was that June’s attem

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2025 Air Race Tickets Marked Down for Double Class Drop

RARA Offers Refund and Discount to Fans After Sport, Unlimited Bow Out

The Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) is offering its apologies to fans for the double class withdrawal from this year’s National Championship Air Races (NCAR). This comes in the form of 10 percent ticket refunds on existing orders, a 10 percent price drop on all new tickets, and the option to seek a complete refund or deferral to 2026.

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US Building Its Own Fleet to Operate Deportation Flights?

DHS Debates Acquisition of Aircraft to Lower Chartering Costs

The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) may be looking to create its own sort of airline for deporting illegal immigrants, aiming to cut the expenses of chartering aircraft. The agency would need to almost double the fleet it currently charters to meet its target number of deportations.

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USAF’s Uncrewed Fighters May Be Ready to Fly

Pentagon Official Reportedly Expects Maiden Flights Within Days

Rumors are swirling regarding the reportedly fast-approaching first flights of one or both of the US Air Force’s new unmanned fighter jets: the Anduril YQ-44A and the General Atomics YFQ-42A. This would clear a major hurdle for the future of pilotless dogfighting.

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SpaceX Dragon Carries 5,000 Pounds of Supplies to the ISS

33rd Commercial Resupply Mission Launched from Cape Canaveral on August 24

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, hosting more than 5,000 pounds of NASA science equipment and cargo, successfully launched from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station at around 2:45 am on August 24. The spacecraft will be docked to the ISS through December.

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FAA Denies Petition to Give Austin-Bergstrom Class B Status

Officials Submitted the Request Almost a Year Ago Due to Safety Concerns

With multiple recent close calls and chronic air traffic control staffing issues, Austin officials have been urging the FAA to review their almost year-old petition to boost the local airspace designation from a Class C to a Class B. Well, the agency has finally given them an answer… and it’s not the one they had been hoping for.

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Airborne 08.18.25: Unlimiteds Cancel NCAR25, Starship 10, No ATC Privatization

Also: Solar-Powered Record, IAM Appeals, Airshow Pilot Lost, Air India Flamed

The Unlimited Class recently confirmed that it would be withdrawing from this year’s National Championship Air Races (NCAR), unfortunately following suit with the Sport Class, which announced its decision in late July. This leaves five classes to compete. The Reno Air Racing Association announced the Unlimited Class decision, calling it disappointing but not unexpected given the logistical hurdles of relocating an event that, until now, had spent 59 years in Reno. SpaceX’s Starship is getting prepared to launch on Sunday August 24, with the launch window opening at

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Airborne Affordable Flyers 08.14.25: Affordable Flying Expo, RV15 Kit, Spirit V2

Also: iFly EFB, World Skydiving Day, Air Avionics, Two New CubCrafters Kits

After a master strategy meeting this past week on the grounds of the Sun n Fun Aerospace Expo campus, details have been completed for the first MOSAIC-dedicated, MOSAIC-centric Affordable Flying Expo (AFE25). With the rule officially announced, AFE25 stands to be the best opportunity for MOSAIC-interested folks to get their questions answered and for the industry to show the aviation community that they are ready to serve this expanding niche. Van’s Aircraft RV-15 has officially gone into production. Wing kits will be the first off the line, with deliveries expected

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Airborne Affordable Flyers 08.14.25: Affordable Flying Expo, RV15 Kit, Spirit V2

Also: iFly EFB, World Skydiving Day, Air Avionics, Two New CubCrafters Kits

After a master strategy meeting this past week on the grounds of the Sun n Fun Aerospace Expo campus, details have been completed for the first MOSAIC-dedicated, MOSAIC-centric Affordable Flying Expo (AFE25). With the rule officially announced, AFE25 stands to be the best opportunity for MOSAIC-interested folks to get their questions answered and for the industry to show the aviation community that they are ready to serve this expanding niche. Van’s Aircraft RV-15 has officially gone into production. Wing kits will be the first off the line, with deliveries expected before

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Classic Aero-TV: Team Aerostars - New Extras Upgrade Team's Performance

From 2019 (YouTube Edition): Yak 52s Have Been Replaced With Extra Aerobatic Airplanes For 2019

The Phillips 66 Aerostars have been performing together, side by side at around 250 mph, for more than a decade, and the story of how the team came to be is like so many other such stories ... it happened almost by accident. Team member Paul "Rocket" Hornick told that story to Aero-News at AirVenture 2019. Essentially, Harvey "Boss" Meek was looking to buy an aerobatic airplane, and answered an ad for a Pitts for sale. But through a sequence of events that you'll have to watch the video to learn, he wound up forming the Aerostars with Dave "Cupid" Monroe flyin

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NTSB Final Report: Maule M7

(Pilot) Landed With A Quartering Tailwind On A Short Runway With Limited Go-Around Options

Analysis: The pilot reported that he attempted to land at his home airstrip using a “limp windsock” to assess the wind conditions. Although aware of an approaching storm and the potential for shifting winds, he proceeded with the landing on runway 26. He landed with a quartering tailwind on a short runway with limited go-around options. The landing initially appeared normal; however, the wind suddenly shifted direction after touchdown and the airplane became unstable and flipped over.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (08.26.25)

Aero Linx: United Flying Octogenarians WELCOME to a most extraordinary group of aviators, the United Flying Octogenarians (UFO). Founded in 1982 with just a handful of pilots, we have grown to around 1,700 members worldwide, all of whom have acted as a certificated pilot in command (PIC) on or after their 80th birthday. We invite you to learn more about who we are. UFO exists to promote longevity, safety and, especially, fellowship among senior pilots. We represent the interests of senior pilots worldwide and aim to inspire youth to fly. 

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ANN's Daily Aero-Term (08.26.25): TRSA Service

TRSA Service This service provides, in addition to basic radar service, sequencing of all IFR and participating VFR aircraft to the primary airport and separation between all participating VFR aircraft. The purpose of this service is to provide separation between all participating VFR aircraft and all IFR aircraft operating within the area defined as a TRSA. 

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Aero-News: Quote of the Day (08.26.25)

“Relocating this historical event is no small undertaking. The show must go on—and it will. Together with our incredible fans, we are writing the next chapter of the world’s fastest motorsport, and while there will be growing pains, it’s going to be amazing.” Source: Tony Logoteta, President and COO of RARA, commenting as the Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) offered its apologies to fans for the double class withdrawal from this year’s National Championship Air Races (NCAR). This comes in the form of 10 percent ticket refunds on existing orders, a 10 percent price drop on all new tickets, and the option to seek a complete refund or deferral to 2026.

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