After A Long Trip Across The Pond, The Long-Awaited DA50 RG Is Heading To Oshkosh!

The brand-new DA50 RG has landed at its new home at Diamond Aircraft Canada and received a water salute for its efforts... having recently reached a milestone with the first North Atlantic crossing from Diamond Aircraft’s headquarters in Wiener Neustadt, Austria, to the London, Ontario, facility in Canada. “We have been eagerly awaiting the launch of the DA50 RG in North America, combining it with the relaunch of EAA AirVenture in 2021 is a winning combination,“ says Scott McFadzean, CEO Diamond Aircraft Industries Inc. “We expect the aircraft will impress our customers at the display, but we know customers can’t wait to get a chance to

John Calcagno and Buddy Sessoms Talk M600, HALO, 100i and the Seminole!

Piper’s John Calcagno, an Air Force veteran, came to Sun ‘n Fun just after being appointed CEO after serving for a number of years in Senior roles with Piper Aircraft. The primary topic, right from the get-go, was the Piper M line... starting with the very successful M600 single-engine turboprop as well as the M500, and the M350 pressurized single. Piper’s Chief technologist, Buddy Sessoms, also spoke up about the future of the M line and the recent addition of the HALO autoland system... versus other airframes that depend on a

The Greatest Airshow On/Over Earth Continues!

The daily air show schedule for EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2021 has been set. AirVenture’s daily air shows feature a wide variety of performances from the world of flight — precision aerobatics, military big iron, rare and unique flying examples, and history coming alive. As always, the daily schedule is subject to change at any time, and it will be updated as those changes occur. Monday, July 26 – We’re Back! Day (2:30 p.m.): National Anthem/SOCOM Parachute Team; Michael Goulian (Extra); Aeroshell Aerobatic Team (T-6s); Warbirds of America (various warbirds); GEICO Skyt

Would Require The Installation Of Intrusion-Resistant Cockpit Doors

ALPA has applauded Rep. Jesus G. “Chuy” Garcia (D-IL) and Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) for introducing legislation (H.R. 4598) that would require the installation of intrusion-resistant cockpit doors (IRCD) on aircraft used in all-cargo airline operations. The Cargo Flight Deck Security Act of 2021 is an important step toward the establishment of one level of security for both passenger and all-cargo flight operations. “For far too long, there has been a dangerous double standard when it comes to common safety and security provisions for cargo pilots. Thanks to Reps. Garcia and Fitzpatrick’s leadership, this bill will help advance commercial aviation by pr

Report: Initial Discovery Validates Wisk's Concerns

Wisk Aero is talking up their lawsuit against Archer Aviation once again. Presiding Judge Orrick reportedly stated in a hearing, Wednesday, that Wisk "has many reasons that make it suspect there is a problem here," and again acknowledged, "arguable indications of misappropriation," by Archer. Wisk claims that the most recent decision regarding preliminary relief has no bearing on the outcome of the case and does not exonerate Archer in the least, noting, "We are in the very early stages of a long legal process, with in-depth evidence-gathering now to begin, and we fully intend to hold Archer accountable at trial."

Sierra Space Has A Contract With NASA To Carry Supplies To And From The ISS

The FAA developed a project website for the public to learn more about Sierra Space Corporation’s proposed plan to land its Dream Chaser reentry vehicle at the Space Florida Shuttle Landing Facility in Titusville, Florida. People interested in the project can subscribe to receive project updates and information about opportunities for public involvement. The Dream Chaser is a reusable reentry vehicle and would be launched as payload on a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket from a different site. Sierra Space has a contract with NASA to carry supplies to and from the International Space Station.

The First Identified Point Of Impact Was A Severed Tree Trunk About 30 Ft Above Ground Level

On July 1, 2021, about 1149 mountain daylight time, a Cessna 172 airplane, N2388L, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Missoula, Montana. The pilot and passenger were fatally injured. The airplane was operated as a Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight. Recorded Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) data provided by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) showed that the airplane departed the Missoula International Airport (MSO), Missoula, Montana, at 1141, and proceeded on a southwesterly heading.

AD 2021-14-11 Prompted By An Inspection By The Manufacturer That Revealed Cracking Of The HPT Rotor Stage 1 Disk

The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain General Electric Company (GE) CF6-80A and CF6-80C2 model turbofan engines. This AD was prompted by an inspection by the manufacturer that revealed cracking of the high-pressure turbine (HPT) rotor stage 1 disk. This AD requires visual inspection and fluorescent penetrant inspection (FPI) of the HPT thermal shield and, if cracking is detected, removal from service of the HPT thermal shield, HPT rotor stage 1 disk and HPT rotor stage 2 disk. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. This AD is effective August 27, 2021.

AD 2021-15-09 Prompted By Two Events Of Uncommanded Emergency Flotation System (EFS) Deployment

The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Leonardo S.p.a. Model AB139 and AW139 helicopters. This AD was prompted by two events of uncommanded emergency flotation system (EFS) deployment during flight. This AD requires replacing certain partnumbered EFS control panels and prohibits installing them. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. This AD is effective August 27, 2021.

Aero Linx: FAA Managers Association FAAMA is the recognized advocate for aviation leaders within the Federal Aviation Administration.  We advocate for aviation’s leaders to Congress through our well-respected government relations firm, the Normandy Group.  The Normandy Group is comprised of a former Member of Congress and several former senior Congressional staff members with experience in both the House and Senate.  Normandy’s proficiency on FAAMA issues coupled with their knowledge of the decision makers and their view on issues enables Normandy to tailor and communicate FAAMA’s message to resonate on Washington, D.C.  The Normandy Group serves as an extension

LAHSO An acronym for “Land and Hold Short  Operation.” These operations include landing and holding short of an intersecting runway, a taxiway, a predetermined point, or an approach/departure flightpath.

“We have been eagerly awaiting the launch of the DA50 RG in North America, combining it with the relaunch of EAA AirVenture in 2021 is a winning combination. We expect the aircraft will impress our customers at the display, but we know customers can’t wait to get a chance to experience the aircraft first hand. The DA50 RG will begin a demo tour across the US in September 2021.” Source: Scott McFadzean, CEO Diamond Aircraft Industries Inc., following the arrival of the first DA50 RG in North America... pending its arrival in Oshkosh this weekend.