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Uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) from the Mississippi State University’s (MSU) Raspet Flight Research Laboratory deployed to Georgia on September 29 to conduct flights over areas impacted by Hurricane Helene. The Raspet team worked together with MSU’s Northern Gulf Institute to the UAS to gather real-time data to provide to FEMA for their response to Hurricane Helene. The team used its largest UAS, the Teros, developed by the Navmar Applied Sciences Corporation in collaboration with Sonex as the builder of the airframe.

Books Include 2-Year Subscription To Prepware.com

Aviation Supplies & Academics (ASA) announced it will begin shipping the new editions of six Pilot Test Prep books for 2025-2026 in November. The books include the Prepware Software at no extra cost. The new editions represent the latest information to prepare students for the FAA Knowledge Exams and include the book, software, and updates for two years, plus the two-year subscription to Prepware.com.

Significant Accomplishment For RCAF And PMA-265 Collaboration

The Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) announced that the CF-18 Hornet Extension Project (HEP) has achieved initial Operational Capability (IOC). This is a significant milestone in the 5-year partnership with the F/A-18 and EA-18G Program Office (PMA-265).

Man Pulled From the Water and Treated for Minor Injuries

On October 8, an Air Tractor AT-802A Fire Boss made a noseover landing while performing a routine proficiency flight over Cass County, Minnesota. The aircraft is contracted to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for fire suppression operations. The float plane departed from Brainerd/Crow Wing County Airport (BRD) at 1:47 pm.

Two H175s Will Support Multiple Roles

PHI Aviation in Australia has placed two Airbus H175 helicopters into service and will be based out of the company’s Broome location in Western Australia. More H175s will be added to the fleet in the future. Cory Latiolais, PHI Aviation Chief Operating Officer, Asia Pacific said, “These state-of-the-art aircraft are a significant addition to our growing fleet in Australia. They elevate our operational capabilities while reinforcing our commitment to sustainable innovation and delivering world-class service to our clients.

$90 Million Project Took Nearly Two Years

Ontario International Airport (KONT) in Southern California announced the completion of its $90 million rehabilitation of the south runway 8R/26L. The project enhances the safety of millions of passengers who travel through the airport situated east of Los Angeles.

Inaugural U.S. Roundtable Event Held At Denver’s Centennial Airport

The Air Charter Association (ACA) held its first ever Regional Roundtable on September 10, 2024, at Centennial Airport (KAPA) near Denver, Colorado. Mayo Aviation and ACA’s International Board Member Ryan Waguespack hosted the event, which was open to all US air charter professionals. The Association has had pretty good success with its European forums by providing a platform for constructive debate on the key issues affecting the industry.

Ansett Aviation Opens New Airbus A320 ceo/neo Training Center

Ansett Aviation Training held a launch celebration to showcase the opening of its brand new Airbus A320 ceo/neo full flight simulator at its recently-opened Middle East training center near Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

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From 2019 (YouTube Version): Hartzell Propeller Secures STC For King Air Propellers

Hartzell Propeller has secured an FAA Type Certificate for a new five-blade carbon fiber propeller system for the King Air 200 fleet. These custom designed props will be available through Raisbeck Engineering via STC for King Air 200, B200, and B200GT aircraft. This new propeller system, which increases performance across the board, is the first five-blade structural composite propeller certified on the King Air 200 series.

They Turned Back Towards The Airplane And Saw It Abruptly Bank Hard To The Right And The Right Wing Subsequently Impacted The Water

On September 24, 2024, about 1445 Alaska daylight time, a Cessna 206 airplane, N8255Q, sustained substantial damage when it was involved in an accident near Chalkyitsik, Alaska. The pilot was fatally injured. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 flight. The accident airplane, owned and operated by Kavik Aviation Services LLC, had departed from Circle City, Alaska and reportedly was transporting fuel to another airplane at a remote location.

Aero Linx: The Collings Foundation

The Collings Foundation is a non-profit, Educational Foundation (501(c)3), founded in 1979. The purpose of the Foundation is to preserve and exhibit rare historical artifacts and to organize and support “living history” events that enable Americans to learn more about their heritage through direct participation.

En Route High Altitude Charts Provide aeronautical information for en route instrument navigation (IFR) in the high altitude stratum. Information includes the portrayal of jet routes, identification and frequencies of radio aids, selected airports, distances, time zones, special use airspace, and related information.

“Achieving this milestone and ensuring the timely delivery of the first six aircraft required extensive coordination and cooperation among industry partners, PMA-265 and the Navy F/A-18 enterprise, including the Air Weapons Laboratory and radar teams at the Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake. By executing procurement of weapons, hardware and software products to meet RCAF’s milestones, PMA-265 has provided the necessary support that has made the RCAF Hornet program an active and significant participant in international operations.” Source: Don Valentine, PMA-265 Canadian and Spanish F/A-18 Program Manager, commenting as the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) announced that the CF-18 Hornet Extension Project (HEP)