University Debuts Agreement With Panhandle Helicopter Academy

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is moving to expand its flight training capabilities, entering a partnership with Panhandle Helicopter Academy in Panama City Beach to give students the option to pursue both fixed-wing and rotorcraft certifications under its degree programs.

Suit Accuses Companies of Product Defect and Negligence

Three months after 260 people were killed in an Air India 787-8 crash, families of four victims have filed what will likely be the first of many lawsuits against both Boeing and Honeywell. They accuse the manufacturers of product defects and negligence, referencing an alleged issue with the fuel cutoff switch that could have caused the plane to lose power on takeoff.

Transition To Future Aircrew Training Program Underway

The Royal Canadian Air Force is transitioning to the Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) program, and it noted a milestone on Monday September 15, when the first two Grob CT-102B Astra II basic training aircraft arrived at 15 Wing Moose Jaw in Saskatchewan.

Expands Aftermarket Options With AeroMech STC And Starlink Kit

Textron Aviation announced a new high-speed internet connectivity upgrade option for the Cessna Citation Latitude after the FAA issued an approval for AeroMech’s Starlink Supplemental Type Certificate, which uses the Starlink constellation of Low Earth Orbit or LEO satellites for more reliable connectivity over land, water, and remote areas where typical Wi-Fi may not have service.

Lawmakers to Keep the KC-135 in Service Until Deficiencies are Resolved

It is well-known that US Air Force bombers and fighters are far ahead of tankers on the technical advancement front… yet lawmakers are holding their stance that now is not the time to do something about it. Congress is pushing to keep the current fleet of KC-135s in service while the KC-46 moves into its place, ditching funding for a true Next-Generation replacement.

Second Term NTSB Nomination Advances To Full Senate

The National Business Aviation Association welcomed the vote of the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation approving Michael Graham for a second five-year term on the National Transportation Safety Board, and advancing his nomination to the full Senate for a confirmation vote.

Fully Autonomous, AI-Enabled Cessna Caravan Enters Next Phase of Flight Testing

As its AI-enabled, fully autonomous Cessna Caravan progresses through flight testing, technology developer Merlin has announced that it will be shifting operations to Laurence G. Hanscom Field (BED) in Bedford, Massachusetts. This move progresses Merlin’s partner-turned-neighbor relationship with the US Special Operations Command and Air Force.

Also: Potential Mars Biosignature, Boeing August Deliveries, JetBlue Retires Final E190, Av Safety Awareness

Czech plane maker Bristell was awarded its first FAA Type Certification for the B23 two-seater, assisting its effort to get on the US flight training map. The bird totals more than 1,100 delivered since 2009. Nearly 100 B23s are already flying in the United States. Personal aviation company Jetson recently completed the first-ever delivery of its ONE electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, and to none other than Oculus and Anduril Industries founder Palmer Luckey. This comes as Jetson works to shift its business overseas, establish

Shortly After Touchdown, A Sudden Gust Of Wind Relaunched The Airplane Into The Air

Analysis: The pilot reported that he conducted a straight in approach to runway 31. The pilot stated that he chose runway 31 because the intersecting grass runway (4/22) was closed due to blimp operations that were being conducted on the airfield. Shortly after touchdown, a sudden gust of wind relaunched the airplane into the air. The pilot stated that the wind gust was so strong that he could not keep the airplane aligned with the runway.

From 2014 (YouTube Edition): ANN Puts The Bristell Through Its Paces...

While at the U.S. Sport Aviation Expo 2014, ANN CEO and Editor-In-Chief, Jim Campbell had the opportunity to test fly the new Bristell LSA. Jim likened his flight experience to, “First you meet the pretty girl, and then you find out she’s got a nice personality.” Managing Partner for Bristell USA, Barry Pruitt, likened the Bristell LSA to a fine touring automobile. He said that while the Bristell LSA is sport pilot eligible, many of his customers see it as a good 2-place touring airplane regardless of its S-LSA certification.

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Execute Missed Approach Instructions issued to a pilot making an instrument approach which means continue inbound to the missed approach point and execute the missed approach procedure as described on the Instrument Approach Procedure Chart or as previously assigned by ATC. The pilot may climb immediately to the altitude specified in the missed approach procedure upon making a missed approach. No turns should be initiated prior to reaching the missed approach point. When conducting an ASR or PAR approach, execute the assigned missed approach procedure immediately upon receiving instructions to “execute missed approach.” 

“Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is committed to expanding access to higher education for aviation professionals, no matter where they are in their careers or in the world. Through this partnership, PHA students can leverage their flight training to continue seamlessly into our degree programs, combining practical skills with the academic foundation needed for leadership roles in the aviation industry.” Source: John Watret, chancellor of Embry-Riddle's Worldwide Campus, discussing their moving to expand flight training capabilities, entering a partnership with Panhandle Helicopter Academy in Panama City Beach to give students the option to pursue both fixed-wing and rotorcraft certifications under its degree prog