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April 03, 2019

Airborne 04.03.19: Enhanced TBM 910, New Pipers, GEICO Skytypers

Also: Ellsworth AFB First B-21 Base, Ricci Named CEO Of Corporate Wings, Second LM-Built GPS III, iFly Adds RealPlan

Daher unveiled its 2019 edition of the TBM 910 Tuesday morning at Sun 'n Fun in Lakeland, FL. In a new step designed to increase functionality for operational safety improvements on the TBM product line, the TBM 910 now has an automatic icing detection system that provides automated protection while keeping the pilot fully in the loop. When icing or ice accretion is detected by and external sensor, and if the pilot does not take action, the system will activate deicing devices such as the

Airborne 04.03.19: Enhanced TBM 910, New Pipers, GEICO Skytypers

Also: Ellsworth AFB First B-21 Base, Ricci Named CEO Of Corporate Wings, Second LM-Built GPS III, iFly Adds RealPlan

Daher unveiled its 2019 edition of the TBM 910 Tuesday morning at Sun 'n Fun in Lakeland, FL. In a new step designed to increase functionality for operational safety improvements on the TBM product line, the TBM 910 now has an automatic icing detection system that provides automated protection while keeping the pilot fully in the loop. When icing or ice accretion is detected by and external sensor, and if the pilot does not take action, the system will activate deicing devices such as the airframe, windshield, propeller and the engine's particle separator. An amber CAS (Crew Alerting System) message is displayed by the avionics, advising the pilot to clear the aut

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ESA And NASA To Team Up On Lunar Science

Entities Sign Statement Of Intent To Coordinate Joint Research

ESA Director of Human and Robotic Exploration, David Parker, and Associate Administrator for NASA’s Science Mission Directorate, Thomas Zurbuchen, have signed a Statement of Intent to coordinate joint science research about the Moon and identify opportunities for lunar mission cooperation.

Continental Aerospace Technologies Announces Partnership With Piper Aircraft

IO-370-DA3A Engine To Power New Pilot 100 Training Aircraft

Continental has partnered with Piper Aircraft to launch the Pilot 100 and Pilot 100i training aircraft. Piper Aircraft has selected the certified Continental Prime IO-370-DA3A engine for the new Pilot 100/100i single engine trainer. After careful consideration, Piper determined that the Prime engine met their requirements to answer increasing requests from flight schools of all sizes for a robust, proven trainer platform at a lower price point in both VFR and IFR configurations.

ForeFlight Introduces 'Passenger' App

Inflight Insight For Everyone On Board

ForeFlight has introduced a free companion app that lets passengers connect to the pilot’s device, follow along with the flight, and know when they can expect to arrive. Available on the App Store now, Passenger is free to download and requires no account setup.

City, Paul Duke STEM School Collaborate On Drone Project

Has Received A $2,000 STEAM Education Grant

The City of Peachtree Corners, long associated with Technology Park Atlanta, a technology hub developed by Paul Duke, has partnered with a local STEM specialty high school to assist in advancing the school’s drone program.

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Hartzell Attends Aero Friedrichshafen As Prop Of Choice For Europe's OEMs

Will Exhibit During The Show April 10-13

Hartzell Propeller's comprehensive line of carbon fiber composite props for key European aircraft manufacturers will be featured at the company's exhibit at the upcoming Aero Friedrichshafen, the global air show for General Aviation.

ADF Issues Final Acceptance Of Kratos CH-47F Helicopter Avionics Training System

Part Of $9.4 Million Contract From Boeing Defense Australia

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions has completed all evaluation testing of Kratos’ CH-47F Chinook Avionics Trainer (CAT). The CAT is part of a $9.4 million contract by Boeing Defense Australia Limited in support of the Australian Defense Force (ADF) that also included two Kratos Maintenance Blended Reconfigurable Aviation Trainers (MBRATs), spares packages and lifecycle support services. The Kratos training systems are stationed at The Army Aviation Training Centre in Oakey, Queensland.

Aireon Begins Trial Operations Over The North Atlantic

Air Traffic Controllers Now Have Real-Time Data On The Position Of Planes Anywhere In The World Aireon is fully operational and in trial use over the North Atlantic. This announcement marks a historic milestone for the aviation industry— ushering in a new era of safety and efficiency that will revolutionize the way people fly.

RAF Typhoons intercept Russian Aircraft Over The North Sea

U.K. Jets From RAF Lossiemouth Respond

RAF Quick Reaction Alert (QRA) Typhoon fighter aircraft scrambled from RAF Lossiemouth Saturday, with an RAF Voyager from Brize Norton, to monitor two Russian Blackjacks approaching U.K. airspace.

Chorus Aviation Completes Acquisition Of Six Regional Aircraft

Delivering Regional Aviation To The World

Chorus Aviation has completed a portfolio transaction between Chorus Aviation Capital and Elix Aviation Capital for six regional aircraft. The transaction had previously been announced on February 21, 2019.

COSMO-SkyMed Earth Observation Satellites To Help Detect Oil Spills

More Than 50 Petrobras Oil Rigs North Of Rio De Janeiro Will Be Monitored Daily Under Contract Signed In Brazil

Leonardo, through its subsidiary Telespazio Brasil, signed a contract with Petrobras for satellite monitoring of the company's oil rigs in the Campos basin, north of Rio de Janeiro. The activity, which continues a multi-year collaboration, aims to detect any oil spills from the exploration and production operations.

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Piper Introduces New Airplanes For The Training Market

Pilot 100 And Pilot 100i Targeted At Smaller Flight Schools

On the opening day at Sun 'n Fun, Piper Aircraft introduced two new variants of its venerable PA-28, the Piper Pilot 100 and Pilot 100i.

Daher's Enhanced TBM 910 Makes World Debut At Sun 'N Fun

Airplane Has Many Commonalities With Coming TBM 940

Daher unveiled its 2019 edition of the TBM 910 Tuesday morning at Sun 'n Fun in Lakeland, FL. In a new step aligned with Daher TBM e-copilot strategy of introducing increase functionality for operational safety improvements on the TBM product line, the TBM 910 has an automatic icing detection system that provides automated protection while keeping the pilot fully in the loop.

T-28 Trojan Phlyers Select Trig For 2020 ADS-B Compliance

Will Also Fit The Matching Trig TY91 Radio In Their Airplanes

The unmistakable and distinctive growl of the North American T-28 Trojan is a favourite sight and sound at airshows. Proudly keeping this famous aircraft in flight is the Trojan Phlyers Flight Demonstration Team. The team has selected Trig Avionics as their ADS-B and VHF avionics of choice.

FlightSafety International, Tru Simulation + Training Establish New Company

Joint Venture Will Provide Training Services For Textron's Line Of Business And GA Aircraft

FlightSafety International and TRU Simulation + Training have formed a new company called FlightSafety Textron Aviation Training. This new joint venture will provide training services for Textron Aviation‘s broad product line of business and general aviation aircraft.

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GEICO Skytypers Air Show Team Returns To Sun 'n Fun

Renowned WWII Air Show Team Performs A Dynamic Aerial Demonstration For The First Show Of The 2019 Season

The GEICO Skytypers Air Show Team, the leading vintage airshow performance squadron, is kicking off the season at the Sun 'n Fun International Fly-in and Expo on April 5-7, in Lakeland, FL. The team's six WWII-era aircraft will perform a dynamic 18-minute, low-level precision-flying demonstration.

New Zealand CAA Determines Accident Was Not Caused By A Drone

Prolonged Exposure To UV Rays Caused The Windscreen On Rod Vaughan's Aircraft To Fail

On March 29, 2018, a pilot and passenger departed Thames Aerodrome near the Firth of Thames in New Zealand for a scenic flight to the east coast. Having been flying for approximately 40 minutes, heading back to Thames Aerodrome, the pilot flew the aircraft over the open mine to the north of the town of Waihi. While both occupants were viewing the open mine at approximately 1600 feet above mean sea level, and at a speed of 80 knots, the windscreen failed catastrophically.

National Airlines, National Air Cargo Bring Relief Materials Mozambique

Carried 154,000 Pounds Of Relief Supplies To Areas Impacted By Cyclone Idai

A National Airlines B747-400F flew from both Toronto, Canada and Amsterdam, Netherlands to Cyclone Idai-affected Mozambique with 154,000 pounds of relief materials from the Canadian Red Cross Society.

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (04.03.19)

"With the unprecedented demand for professional pilots, our team worked closely with several key suppliers to deliver an aggressively priced proven trainer that offers the advanced systems and performance that flight schools and airline programs of all sizes desire." Source: Piper CEO Simon Caldecott, introducing Piper's newest airplane for the training market.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (04.03.19): VLE. Landing Gear Extended Speed

The maximum speed at which an airplane can be safely flown with the landing gear extended.

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (04.03.19)

Golden Age Air Museum The Golden Age Air Museum was established in 1997, its mission is to entertain visitors and educate them about the early days of aviation, through its special events and daily operations. The museum offers the chance to explore the past, come and learn how the early aviators flew, what they flew and learn the lost art of early aircraft construction.

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