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August 31, 2016

Airborne 08.31.16: SpaceX To Relaunch Booster, Flaris Jet, Caravan Move

Also: ALPA On Small UAS, 2016 AMA Expo, Mars Simulation, Airlines Fined, Helicopter Ban, Floatplane Dog Rescue, Co-Pilot Arrested

Many experts claim that buying a late-model “pre-owned car” is a better value than buying a new one. Could it be that the same holds true for launching a satellite on a late-model “flight-proven rocket booster?” A satellite, which will be in a geostationary orbit and expand SES’s capabilities across Latin America, is scheduled for launch in the 4th quarter of this year. SES-10 will be the first-ever satellite to launch on a SpaceX

Airborne 08.31.16: SpaceX To Relaunch Booster, Flaris Jet, Caravan Move

Also: ALPA On Small UAS, 2016 AMA Expo, Mars Simulation, Airlines Fined, Helicopter Ban, Floatplane Dog Rescue, Co-Pilot Arrested

Many experts claim that buying a late-model “pre-owned car” is a better value than buying a new one. Could it be that the same holds true for launching a satellite on a late-model “flight-proven rocket booster?” A satellite, which will be in a geostationary orbit and expand SES’s capabilities across Latin America, is scheduled for launch in the 4th quarter of this year. SES-10 will be the first-ever satellite to launch on a SpaceX ‘flight-proven rocket booster.’ The Polish company that is building a very small personal single-engine jet has successfully run the aircraft's engine for the first time. In an updat

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Top Boeing Russia Exec Departs For Sukhoi, Media Says

Kamil Gaynutdinov Becomes President Of Russian Sukhoi Civil Aircraft Company

The Russian media is reporting that Kamil Gaynutdinov, the head of Commercial Aviation Services for Boeing in Russia, has been named as the president of Russian Sukhoi Civil Aircraft Company (SCAC).

New Kespry Drone Increases Range, Flight Time

Company Says New Aircraft Is Lighter, Faster, Fully Automated

A new commercial drone has been introduced by Kespry, which focuses on the commercial use market.

Yuneec Unveils Compact, Easy-To-Use Ultra HD Flying Camera

Breeze Includes Autonomous Flight And Instantaneous Social Media Sharing Capabilities

Yuneec International has announced the availability of the Breeze, creating an all-new mass consumer category for the brand. The Breeze, the ultimate flying camera, is controlled via mobile device, has five easy-to-use flights modes and is able to seamlessly share to social media channels.

FAA Issues STC For Garmin G5000 Beechjet/Hawker Installation

Early Adopter Installations Are Now Underway On Beechjet 400A/Hawker 400XP Aircraft

The FAA has approved a supplemental type certification (STC) for the G5000 avionics suite in the Beechjet 400A/Hawker 400XP aircraft. The G5000 modernizes the cockpit, increases aircraft utility, offers significant weight savings and provides operators with a solution to fulfill global next generation airspace initiatives. Additionally, the G5000 upgrade offers lower cost of operation and solves parts obsolescence with zero-time avionics.

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CAE Extends Multi-Crew Pilot License (MPL) FO Program With JAL

Will Provide Services For An Additional Three Years

CAE announced at the 2016 Asia Pacific Airline Training Symposium that it has extended the Japan Airlines (JAL) Multi-Crew Pilot License (MPL) First Officer Program for three additional years to a total of 10 years, effective until October 2023. Under the renewed agreement, 24 additional cadets will be selected to begin MPL training for the Japanese airline.

FAI World Championships For Space Models Lviv, Ukraine Deemed A Full Success

Jan Sebesta From The Czech Republic Winning The Scale (S7) Model Competition

The 2016 FAI World Championships for Space Models in Lviv, Ukraine concluded on Sunday with Jan Sebesta from the Czech Republic winning the scale (S7) model competition. Sebesta’s model of the Saturn V not only impressed the judges with its lifelike accuracy, but during the confirmation flight it performed flawlessly.

Hybrid Airships Are Coming To Alaska

PRL Logistics Teams With Straightline Aviation

Hybrid Enterprises, the exclusive reseller of Lockheed Martin's Hybrid Airships, has formed a strategic partnership between PRL Logistics Inc. and UK-based Hybrid Airship owner and operator, Straightline Aviation. This partnership will introduce the world's first heavy-lift Hybrid Airship – the LMH-1.

Flightsafety International Promotes Bryan King

Becomes Manager Of The Hondajet Learning Center In Greensboro, NC

FlightSafety International announces that Bryan King has been promoted to Manager of the HondaJet Learning Center in Greensboro, North Carolina. He assumes this responsibility from Eric Dixon who has left the company to pursue other opportunities.

FAA Boosts Safety Standards For Lithium Batteries On Aircraft

Standards Similar For Rechargeable And Non-Rechargeable Power Cells

As new lithium batteries are approved on U.S. airliners and business airplanes, the FAA is reportedly applying more stringent safety standards for the power cells that power many critical systems on those aircraft.

AMGH, Aviators Air Rescue Takes Delivery Of Airbus Helicopters H130

Will Launch First Affordable Helicopter EMS Flights In India

Executives of Air Medical Group Holdings (AMGH) and Aviators Air Rescue Ltd. accepted delivery Monday of the first of three Airbus Helicopters H130s, which the companies will use to launch the first affordable single-engine helicopter emergency medical services operation in India.

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Aero-TV: The New TN72 & the TT22 - Trig Transponders Prep For ADS-B

While at the EAA AirVenture 2016, ANN News Editor, Tom Patton, checked in with Trig Avionics to see what’s new and to get the inside scoop on their products. Tom had the opportunity to speak with Trig Avionics Marketing Manager, John Roper, and in this discussion the topic is the interface of the transponder and ADS-B Out.

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Aero-TV: The New TN72 & the TT22 - Trig Transponders Prep For ADS-B

Space Saving Transponders To Meet The 2020 Mandate…

While at the EAA AirVenture 2016, ANN News Editor, Tom Patton, checked in with Trig Avionics to see what’s new and to get the inside scoop on their products. Tom had the opportunity to speak with Trig Avionics Marketing Manager, John Roper, and in this discussion the topic is the interface of the transponder and ADS-B Out. Roper starts the conversation by addressing experimental and light sport market and the application of their TT22 transponder.

Scott Kirby Named President Of United Airline

Former American Airlines President Brings Three Decades Of Innovative Leadership And Airline Experience

United Continental Holdings, Inc. (UAL) has named Scott Kirby as the president of United Airlines. In this newly created role, Kirby will assume responsibility for United’s operations, marketing, sales, alliances, network planning and revenue management.

American Airlines Group Names Robert Isom As President

Has Been COO Since Merger With USAirways In 2013

American Airlines Group Inc. has promoted Chief Operating Officer Robert Isom to president, effective immediately. In his new role, Isom, 52, will report to Chairman and CEO Doug Parker, 54.

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SWAPA Reaches Agreement In Principle With SWA For New Contract

Union Board Will Meet Next Month To Review Offer

After 10 months of mediated talks following a rejected tentative agreement by the pilots of Southwest Airlines, and more than four total years of talks, negotiators for the union and company have reached an agreement in principle on a new contract.

AMA Exempt From Earning A Part 107 Remote Pilot’s Certificate

Model Aircraft Group Says Its Members Are Exempt When Flying Strictly As Hobbyists

Effective August 29, 2016 the FAA began to require sUAS pilots performing commercial operations, or those not operating within the programing of a "community-based organization", to earn a remote pilot’s certificate and to operate within the provisions of Part 107. To earn this certificate, pilots must take a test at an FAA testing center before conducting flight. The cost for this test is approximately $150.

AeroSports Update: Viking Aircraft Engines Steps Up To The Plate

We’re Updating A Story About People Who Are Willing To Chip In When It Counts

Last week we covered a story about two groups who have banded together for a common goal. EAA Chapter 1083 and John Robinson, the founder of AV84all, have joined forces to build a Zenith CH 750 Cruzer in Salisbury, NC to benefit all pilots with disabilities. The EAA chapter members will launch a Zenith build-project on September 10, of this year at Rowan County Airport.

Multi-Agency, International Partners Rescue 2 From Uninhabited Pacific Island

Had Written 'SOS' In The Sand, Spotted By Navy P-8

Two mariners who were stranded on an uninhabited Pacific island in Chuuk State, Federated States of Micronesia were found safe last Friday, after writing “SOS” in the sand.

First Fleet F-35C Carrier Qualifications

Aircraft Fly From The Deck Of The USS George Washington

The jet blast from seven F-35C Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter aircraft only added to the already intense summer heat and humidity on the flight deck of USS George Washington (CVN 73), Aug. 15, where the third and final round of at-sea developmental testing, or DT-III, was underway about 100 miles offshore from Virginia.

Airborne 08.30.16: Commercial UAS Takes-Off, SWA Engine Failure, MH370 Debris

Also: Humans-To-Mars, Burgess-Wright Model-F, Aero-Calendar, Sport CFI NPRM, Air Safety Forum, Stemme Tragedy, PowerEgg

As we reported in our Monday edition of Airborne Unlimited, regulations governing recreational and commercial operations of small, unmanned aircraft systems are now in effect, and the reactions are now coming in. AUVSI President and CEO, Brian Wynne, said at a press conference on Monday that with regulations governing civil and commercial operations of unmanned aircraft systems now in effect, more businesses and innovators are poised to take flight and unlock the tremen

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Aero-News: Quote of the Day (08.31.16)

“While a new contract is certainly not a done deal, this is the next step in the process.” Source: SWAPA President, Captain Jon Weaks.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (08.31.16): Aeronautical Beacon

A visual NAVAID displaying flashes of white and/or colored light to indicate the location of an airport, a heliport, a landmark, a certain point of a Federal airway in mountainous terrain, or an obstruction.

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (08.31.16)

General Aviation ADS-B Rebate Program

Latest updates from the FAA concerning its efforts to help pilots meet the 2020 deadline for ADS-B Out equipage.

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