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August 30, 2025

Robinson’s R22 Celebrates 50 Years In The Skies

The Light Utility Chopper First Flew in 1975 Before Being Certified in 1979

Robinson Helicopter Company is celebrating the 50th air-niversary of its iconic two-seat workhorse design: the R22. This light utility helicopter is not only the cornerstone of Robinson’s offerings, but also a staple in the worldwide market for entry-level buyers and flight training centers. Since it hit the market in 1979, more than 5,000 have been delivered.

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Qantas Eyes Beard Ban, Citing Safety of its Pilots

Controversial Study Finds that Facial Hair Compromises Oxygen Mask Seals

Qantas Airways is considering cracking down on grooming standards for its pilots, referencing a recent (and controversial) study that tied beards to improper seals in oxygen masks. Prior research directly contradicts these findings, earning the airline plenty of pushback from crewmembers.

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Philly Runway Reopens With New Runaway Plane Protections

Project Earned $8.5 Million in FAA Funding Last Year

After more than a year, Philadelphia International Airport’s Runway 8-26 has reopened with a new feature to protect runaway aircraft. The Engineered Materials Arresting Systems (EMAS) is proven technology, with 24 real-world overrun saves already under its belt.

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CAP Assists In NASA Aviation Weather Mission

Cadets Collect Atmospheric Observations With GLOBE Observer App

The Civil Air Patrol and NASA collaborate in the agency’s Aviation Weather Mission team to lead a nationwide project to advance scientific understanding of weather in the atmospheric layers where aircraft fly.

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FAA Warns of Two-Hour Delays for Starship’s Florida Launch

With SpaceX’s Push for 44 Launches Per Year, Delays Will Only Worsen

SpaceX’s plan to not only bring its Starship megarocket to the Sunshine State, but also expand operations to 44 launches per year could mean serious trouble for major airports and airlines. The FAA predicts average delays of up to two hours… or longer, if Starship keeps its habit of turning launches into firework shows.

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SkyDrive SD-05 Completes Demos At Expo 2025 In Osaka

Releases Onboard Video With Gov’t VIPs Attending

Japanese eVTOL aircraft developer SkyDrive announced the successful completion of a series of demo flights of its SKYDRIVE, the SD-05 model, it conducted at the Expo 2025 held in Osaka, Japan, from July 31 to August 24.

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Avcon Gets STC Approval for Learjet Fire Extinguishers

With Vintage Halon Units About the Expire, the Time to Replace is Now

Avcon Industries has been given STC approval for the installation of their non-halon portable fire extinguisher replacements in a long list of Learjets. With Halon on the outs around the globe, it's good news if any Learjet operators are still running around with their original units. Avcon says they've got things started for approval from EASA, but for now, the FAA's given their blessing.

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NTSB Final Report: Excalibur Excalibur

While Flying About 1,500 Ft Above Ground Level, A Large Bird Struck The Right Side Of The Airplane 

Analysis: The pilot reported that while flying about 1,500 ft above ground level, a large bird struck the right side of the airplane and the right main landing gear separated from its attachment point. The pilot flew back to the airport and performed a soft field landing in the grass adjacent to the taxiway.

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Classic Aero-TV: Composite-FX Sets Elevates the Personal Helicopter Market

From 2023 (YouTube Edition): The Mosquito Evolves

Formerly known as Mosquito, Trenton, Florida-based Composite FX is a designer and manufacturer of personal kit and factory-finished helicopters. The company’s offerings comprise three piston-engined models and a single jet-powered machine. The agile XE and the float-equipped XEL both make use of the 63-horsepower, two-cylinder, two-stroke, fan-air-cooled, carbureted, MZ202-powerplant. The larger XE-290 model is powered by the ninety-horsepower, two-cylinder, two-stroke, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected, CFX-800 engine. Finally, the flagship XET is motivated by a 95-horsepowe

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (08.30.25)

Aero Linx: Historic Aircraft Association (HAA) The Historic Aircraft Association (HAA) was founded in 1979 with the aim of furthering the safe flying of historic aircraft in the UK and, later on, supporting the restoration and preservation of these aircraft. The Association, which currently has over 200 active pilot and engineer members, has made a major contribution to General Aviation, ensuring that British flying heritage is kept alive by promoting the safe flying of valuable, historic and heritage aircraft...

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ANN's Daily Aero-Term (08.30.25): Low Approach

Low Approach An approach over an airport or runway following an instrument approach or a VFR approach including the go-around maneuver where the pilot intentionally does not make contact with the runway. 

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Aero-News: Quote of the Day (08.30.25)

"This is just an absolute win win win. If there is a rejected takeoff we now have the confidence that the arrestor system will ensure passenger and crew safety." Source: FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford, supporting the rationale behind how after more than a year, Philadelphia International Airport’s Runway 8-26 has reopened with a new feature to protect runaway aircraft. The Engineered Materials Arresting Systems (EMAS) is proven technology, with 24 real-world overrun saves already under its belt.

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