NOTAM Number: FDC 6/2990 Issue Date: October 10, 2006 at 18:29 UTC Location: New Orleans, Louisiana Beginning Date and Time: October 12, 2006 at 19:50 UTC Ending Date and Time: October 13, 2006 at 0:00 UTC Reason for NOTAM: Temporary flight restrictions for VIP (Very Important Person) Movement Type: VIP Replaced NOTAM(s): N/A

NOTAM Number: FDC 6/2956 Issue Date: October 10, 2006 at 14:07 UTC Location: Chicago, Illinois Beginning Date and Time: October 12, 2006 at 19:15 UTC Ending Date and Time: October 13, 2006 at 0:35 UTC Reason for NOTAM: Temporary flight restrictions for VIP (Very Important Person) Movement Type: VIP Replaced NOTAM(s): N/A

NOTAM Number: FDC 6/2955 Issue Date: October 10, 2006 at 13:20 UTC Location: Saint Louis, Missouri Beginning Date and Time: October 12, 2006 at 16:30 UTC Ending Date and Time: October 12, 2006 at 19:20 UTC Reason for NOTAM: Temporary flight restrictions for VIP (Very Important Person) Movement Type: VIP Replaced NOTAM(s): N/A

NOTAM Number: FDC 6/2953 Issue Date: October 10, 2006 at 13:12 UTC Location: Brandywine Airport, West Chester, Pennsylvania near MODENA VORTAC (MXE) Beginning Date and Time: October 14, 2006 at 16:00 UTC Ending Date and Time: October 15, 2006 at 19:45 UTC Reason for NOTAM: Parachute jumps by the U.S. Army Black Daggers Team Type: Airshow Replaced NOTAM(s): N/A Pilots May Contact: Philadelphia (PHL) Air Traffic Control Tower, 215-492-4123

FAA Updates Tampa International Airport Local Airspace Procedure 

Pilots transiting the Tampa Class B airspace east or westbound are now able to obtain clearance to pass directly over the Tampa International Airport. Pilots may also receive a specific air traffic instruction to transit the airspace. Clearance shall be requested via Tampa Approach Control prior to entering the Class B airspace using the appropriate frequency for the sector from which the pilot is entering, and with sufficient advance notice that ATC can respond adequately.

The New England Regional Airport System Plan (NERASP) study was been released for public use. According to the study, New England's location, its economy, population and scenic and c

Atlantic Airways Charter Runs Off Runway

Atlantic Airways has reported that a BAe 146, Flight RC 670, has run off the runway in Stord, Norway and caught fire. Four people are confirmed dead.  

Tom Turner's Aero-Craft 101: Night Flying

ANN Daily Touch N Go: 10.10.06 (ANN's Short-Form Daily News Program) ANN Daily Aero-Briefing: 10.10.06 (ANN's Long-Form Daily News Program) ANN Special Feature -- Tom Turner's Aero-Craft: 10.10.06 (ANN Special Feature, with Master CFI Tom Turner's tips on flying after the sun goes down.)

AWB 02-018 Issue : 1 BAC 167 Strikemaster Accident Date : 10 October 2006

1. Applicability

All BAC 167 Strikemaster and Jet Provost Aircraft 2. Purpose This AWB provides owners and operators with important airworthiness information arising from an accident involving a Strikemaster on 5 October 2006.

Cirrus Design has received an ODAR (Organization Designated Airworthiness Representative) designation from the FAA. This authority allows Cirrus to train, evaluate, and manage its own team of airworthiness designees.

AEA Tells ANN That They Have Some Questions About Recent FAA Rule-Making

REFERENCE: September 1, 2006, Federal Register, Page 52249

Poor Airworthiness Standards To Blame

Bulgaria is in danger of losing European landing rights for almost a third of the aircraft in its fleet. The European Union will ban any Antonov aircraft from landing on the continent because of that make's high accident rate and generally poor safety record.

There is plenty to see and do at the 2006 NBAA Convention and for those of you who were blown away by last year's iteration, we have a feeling that the great expectations many have for this year's event are about to be exceeded. Among the "Can't Miss" events include...

Aviation industry veteran Mel Hilderbrand has been named President of S-TEC Corporation. In a statement announcing the appointment, Dr. Richard Greaves, Managing Director of S-TEC's parent company Meggitt Aerospace Systems Division said, "We are very pleased to have Mel move up to the position of President. S-TEC has a great opportunity for growth, and Mel's talent and experience will be a major contribution to our success," he concluded.

But Airbus A380 Is Still Up In The Air

While Airbus is still reeling from losing its second CEO in three months, Aero-News has learned Boeing keeps getting more good news. On Monday, Emirates announced that it has finalized an order for 10 Boeing 747-8F freighters.

Logan Airport Departure Flights Missing Their Corridor

The FAA has released a study that confirms what many Boston anti-airport activists have long suspected --  many airplanes are not flying the noise sensitive routes they promised they would.

If You're Young, Male, And Smoke... Take The Bus?

A study conducted by Britain's Civil Air Authority purports to have identified the "typical" plane passenger who is susceptible to the phenomenon known as "air rage."

Cattle Call Is Still In The Roundup

As many Aero-News readers know, Southwest Airlines is famous for the dreaded cattle-call technique to board passengers -- first come, first seated.

Honors Lone Star Aviators Of Note

The Texas Aviation Hall of Fame told ANN Monday it has named the inductees of the Class of 2006.

The Department of Defense POW/Missing Personnel Office (DPMO) announced that the remains of a U.S. serviceman, missing in action from World War II, have been identified and returned to his family for burial with full military honors.

One Lucky Winner Will Get Free Tuition For Online Course

Let's face it... the cost of higher education isn't getting any cheaper. The folks at Daniel Webster College, however, will be giving one lucky attendee of this month's National Business Aviation Association conference the chance to take their career to the next level... with a full tuition certificate for Daniel Webster College's online MBA for Aviation Professionals.

Aero-Tips!

Crowded ramp or empty, dark sky or light, do cockpit chores when you're stopped, and keep your eyes outside the cockpit while taxiing.

Aero-Linx!

Peace through superior firepower... okay, that’s NOT the Strategic Air Command (SAC) motto but it could be. Read about the enormous power, responsibility and restraint that was headquartered at SAC in this unofficial site.

Aero-Terms!

A computer-generated image of the external scene topography from the perspective of the flight deck, that is derived from aircraft attitude, high-precision navigation solution, and database of terrain, obstacles and relevant cultural features.

"The study turns the conventional image of air rage somewhat on its head. The idea that they are all groups of drunks is quite wrong; smoking is actually just as significant as a cause of air rage incidents."

Source: An unidentified British Airways employee, commenting on a study conducted by Britain's Civil Air Authority that purports to have identified the "typical" plane passenger who is susceptible to the phenomenon known as "air rage." And the result? If you're a flight attendant... you'd best be advised to watch out for males in their 30s, who are upset after being told they can't smoke on the airliner.