Engine Under Consideration For Use On NASA' SLS

Aerojet Rocketdyne recently completed its final J-2X test series at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center.

Had Been Sued By Glendale, CA For Property Damage

A pilot who's airplane went down in a Glendale, CA neighborhood will have to reimburse the city $20,000 for property damage and emergency services in a case stemming from the 2012 accident.

Test Conducted For The U.S. Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center

A second Large Class 92" diameter second stage solid rocket motor has been successfully tested at sea level conditions at the Utah Test and Training Range at Hill Air Force Base (AFB), Utah. The first successful test at simulated altitude conditions was conducted on Feb.12, 2014 at Arnold Engineering Development Center, TN.

Three Helos Delivered To Two Companies This Week

Three Bell 407GX aircraft have been delivered to two Chinese customers from the company's Commercial Aircraft Assembly Center located in Mirabel, Quebec, Canada.

Performance Reportedly Suffered Following Schedule Adjustments Last Year

Data from the U.S. Department of Transportation shows that Southwest Airlines ranks near the bottom of on-time performance, with just under 73 percent of its flights arriving on schedule between April 2013 and April 2014 ... and the airline is hoping to make some adjustments to improve that statistic.

Will Provide For Sustainment Of Equipment Purchased By The Defense Department To Support Ongoing Soldier Training And Rotational Exercises

Florida-based Drone Aviation ... a developer of specialized lighter-than-air aerostats and tethered drones ... has announced that Lighter Than Air Systems Corp. ("LTAS"), its wholly owned subsidiary, has received an award from U.S. Government prime contractor ADS Inc. ("ADS"). The award recognizes LTAS's sustainment kits that support the Government's "Blimp in a Box", BiB-250 tethered aerostat systems, which are currently stationed at U.S. Army Garrison Fort Polk.

Nearly A Half-Million Dollars Going To Reductions Of Emissions By Ground Vehicles

U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx has announced a $442,500 FAA grant to Denver International Airport (KDEN) to reduce emissions and improve air quality at the airport through the FAA’s Voluntary Airport Low Emission (VALE) program.

Added To The Roster Of 110 Companies In Promoting Air Charter Safety

The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) is pleased to announce that the General Mills flight department has joined the ACSF.  Along with 110 other companies, General Mills supports the ACSF’s vision to enable on-demand air charter providers and fractional program managers to achieve the highest levels of safety in the aviation industry.

Analyzes The Market Based On A Number Of Different Criteria

According to a new market research report published by MarketsandMarkets, the Aerostat Systems Market is projected to rise from $3.93 Billion in 2014 to $9.96 Billion by 2020, at an estimated CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) of 16.68%.

Navigation Reference System The NRS is a system of waypoints developed for use within the United States for flight planning and navigation without reference to ground based navigational aids. The NRS waypoints are located in a grid pattern along defined latitude and longitude lines. The initial use of the NRS will be in the high altitude environment in conjunction with the High Altitude Redesign initiative. The NRS waypoints are intended for use by aircraft capable of point-to-point navigation.

Aero Linx: The Air Transport Action Group (ATAG) The Air Transport Action Group (ATAG) is a highly respected not-for-profit association that represents all sectors of the air transport industry. It is the only global industry-wide body to bring together all aviation industry players so that they can speak with one voice – and it works to promote aviation’s sustainable growth for the benefit of our global society. ATAG’s existence is entirely dependent upon funding from its members. These include airports, airlines, airframe and engine manufacturers, air navigation service providers, airline pilot and air traffic controller unions, chambers of commerce, tourism and trade partners, ground transportation and

"NBAA commends the President for nominating Chris Hart as NTSB Chair. He has held several government positions focused on transportation, and we know from our work with him that he understands the importance of general aviation to America's transportation system and its economy. He is also someone who views regulatory proposals with a solid understanding of the unique operating characteristics for business aviation. He is willing to listen to all aviation stakeholders, and consider innovative approaches to enhancing safety." Source: NBAA president and CEO Ed Bolen, in a news release, following Hart's appointment by Pres. Obama.