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June 24, 2018

Beijing Convention To Enter Into Force On July 1

Modernizes And Reinforces Legal Framework For Aviation Security

Pursuant to its recent ratification by the Government of Turkey, ICAO has announced that the Convention on the Suppression of Unlawful Acts Relating to International Civil Aviation, commonly referred to as the Beijing Convention, will enter into force on July 1.

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UN: Space Science Now A ‘Fundamental Pillar' Of 21st Century Human Development

Remarks Come At UNISPACE+50 Conference In Vienna

Speaking at the opening of UNISPACE+50 symposium in Vienna, Simonetta Di Pippo, the Director of the UN Office for Outer Space Affairs, said that space technology had become a “fundamental pillar” of 21st century society, driving development worldwide.

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NGC Opens New Illinois Facility With Ribbon Cutting And Reception

Will Support The Company's Land And Avionics C4ISR Division

Northrop Grumman Corporation hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony and reception for the opening of its newest facility in Illinois. Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, 8th District of Illinois, Congressman Peter Roskam, 6th District of Illinois, Arlington Heights Mayor Thomas W. Hayes and local community leaders were special guests for the celebration.

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Embry–Riddle’s Special VFR Productions Wins Bronze At 39th Annual Telly Awards

Competed With More Than 12,000 Entries From Five Continents

Embry–Riddle’s flight training media production group, Special VFR Productions, has received a bronze award in the Non-Broadcast Educational Video category at the 39th Annual Telly Awards.

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Designs For DJI’s new HQ In Shenzhen Revealed

Architect Says The Buildings Will Form A 'Creative Community In The Sky'

Plans have been unveiled for a new headquarters for Chinese drone giant DJI, which is currently under construction in Shenzhen. As the ‘heart of innovation’ for the company, the new building defies the traditional idea of office space to form a creative community in the sky.

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Air Tattoo Takes RAF100 ‘International’

Will Feature Modern Aircraft Along With Classic Warbirds

One of the biggest public demonstrations of RAF air and ground capability will be on display at this summer’s Royal International Air Tattoo as part of international celebrations marking the Royal Air Force centenary.

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MAG Aerospace Acquires North American Surveillance Systems

Adds Over 75 MRO Professionals The The Company's Payroll

MAG Aerospace (MAG) has acquired North American Surveillance Systems, Inc. (NASS) and related entities. This acquisition adds over 75 aircraft integration, modification, and MRO professionals to MAG, increasing MAG's technical services and integration capabilities with in-house resources designed to deliver highly sought-after integration solutions.

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Rockwell Collins Completes PDR For U.S. Navy TCTS Inc. II Program

New System To Significantly Improve Training Realism And Effectiveness While Protecting Tactics, Techniques And Procedures

Rockwell Collins has successfully completed the Preliminary Design Review (PDR) of the Tactical Combat Training System Increment II (TCTS Inc. II) program with the U.S. Navy and has been approved to begin detailed design work. Performed on schedule with the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) Naval Aviation Training Systems (PMA-205) program office, the PDR was attended by U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) members in Cedar Rapids, Iowa from Feb. 20-23.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (06.24.18)

Aero Linx: The Aero Club of New England (ACONE) The Aero Club of New England (ACONE) is first and foremost a social club for people that share a passion for flight; for active pilots, former pilots, and non-pilots alike who love to learn about flying, love to talk about flying, and love to promote flying. Our ranks range from the obscure to the legendary, yet all members contribute to a progressive and vibrant climate that inspires the special joie de vivre that only flying can bring. Past members have made significant contributions to aviation and are considered "New England's Aviation Legends."

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ANN's Daily Aero-Term (06.24.18): LPV

LPV A type of approach with vertical guidance (APV) based on WAAS, published on RNAV (GPS) approach charts. This procedure takes advantage of the precise lateral guidance available from WAAS. The minima is published as a decision altitude (DA).

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Aero-News: Quote of the Day (06.24.18)

“It’s wonderful to see Northrop Grumman opening this new facility as it will continue creating jobs, bringing new investment to our area, and helping to ensure that our men and women in uniform will have the best technology and equipment available. I’m also heartened by Northrop Grumman’s ongoing commitment to STEM education partnerships, internships, and other programs which strengthen its workforce along with that of our entire region.” Source: Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, discussing Northrop Grumman Corporation's ribbon cutting ceremony and reception for the opening of its newest facility in Illinois. Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, 8th District of Illinois, Congressman Peter Roskam, 6th Dist

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