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October 27, 2016

Airborne 10.27.16: Cygnus at ISS, New Jepp Charts, Swedish Drone Ban

Also: Med-Heli Traffic Accident, Commemorative Air Force, NBAA-BACE, Unmanned Aircraft Safety Team, Falcon 9, Int'l ATC Awards, UPS Strike

The S.S. Alan Poindexter Cygnus spacecraft successfully completed its rendezvous and berthing procedures with the International Space Station earlier this week. This marks the company’s sixth successful berthing with the orbiting laboratory, and the fifth under NASA’s Commercial Resupply Services contract. An Orbital ATK Antares medium-class rocket launched Cygnus into orbit on October 17, marking the return of flight operations to NASA Wa

Airborne 10.27.16: Cygnus at ISS, New Jepp Charts, Swedish Drone Ban

Also: Med-Heli Traffic Accident, Commemorative Air Force, NBAA-BACE, Unmanned Aircraft Safety Team, Falcon 9, Int'l ATC Awards, UPS Strike

The S.S. Alan Poindexter Cygnus spacecraft successfully completed its rendezvous and berthing procedures with the International Space Station earlier this week. This marks the company’s sixth successful berthing with the orbiting laboratory, and the fifth under NASA’s Commercial Resupply Services contract. An Orbital ATK Antares medium-class rocket launched Cygnus into orbit on October 17, marking the return of flight operations to NASA Wallops Flight Facility in Wallops Island, Virginia. Jeppesen has been working closely with the pilot community and leading experts to enhance its standard instrument departure charts, known

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NASA Awards Contract To Build Next Civilian Land Remote Sensing Satellite

Landsat 9 Scheduled For Launch In December 2020

NASA has awarded a contract to Orbital ATK to design and build Landsat 9, an advanced land surface mapping satellite to be operated by the United States Geological Survey (USGS).

Amazon Patents Alexa Technology, Eyes Use On UAVs

Voice-Activated Microdrones Could Assist In Law Enforcement Missions

Amazon has received a patent for its Alexa intelligence, personal assistance technology, which could be applied to voice-controlled microdrones by law enforcement.

Boeing, SWISS Confirm Additional Order For 777-300ER

Swiss Flag Carrier Has Ordered Its 10th 777, Taken Delivery Of Six In 2016

Boeing and Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) have confirmed a new order for one 777-300ER (Extended Range), valued at $339.6 million at list prices. The Swiss airline had previously ordered nine 777s and taken delivery of six this year as it continues to establish the 777-300ER as its flagship.

SAS Takes Delivery Of Its First A320neo

Scandinavian Carrier Has 30 Of The Type On Order

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS), has taken delivery of its first of 30 A320neo aircraft ordered, becoming the first Airline in Scandinavia to operate the single aisle aircraft.

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China Eastern Airlines Selects Rockwell Collins IFE & Avionics Systems

Will Be Installed On Five Airbus And Boeing Models Operated By The Airline

Rockwell Collins’ PAVES On-demand in-flight entertainment (IFE) system will be installed on 30 Next-Generation Boeing 737 and 60 737 MAX aircraft. Additionally, various avionics systems will be featured on 15 Airbus A330, 70 A320neo, 50 Next-Generation Boeing 737 and 60 737 MAX aircraft based on aircraft configuration, such as MultiScan ThreatTrack weather radar, GLU-925 Multi-Mode Receiver (MMR) and Head-up Guidance System (HGS).

FAA SAFO Focuses On Airliner Fuel Caps

Increasing Number Have Been Found On Taxiways And Runways

The FAA has issued a Safety Alert for Operators (SAFO) concerning a safety issue involving fuel caps separating from aircraft during operations.

GEICO Skytypers Airshow Team To Perform At Jacksonville, FL Sea & Sky Airshow

Air Show Planned For Jacksonville Beach November 5-6

The GEICO Skytypers Airshow Team will complete their 15-show season in Florida’s First Coast during the Sea & Sky Spectacular airshow on November 5-6 in Jacksonville Beach.

Amanda Applegate Elevated To Partnership At Aerlex Law Group

Sarah Northcraft Spann Joins Staff As Transactional Attorney

Stephen Hofer, President of the Aerlex Law Group, announced today that renowned aviation law specialist Amanda Applegate has become a Partner in the firm. Hofer also reported that veteran aviation attorney Sarah Northcraft Spann is joining Aerlex Law Group as Transactional Attorney.

Cuba Handling Helps Aviation Pros Navigate Through Bureaucracy

Eric Norber Provides Keynote Address To NBAA Conference

Eric Norber, founder of Cuba Handling LLC, a travel specialist for aircraft travel to Cuba, will provide a keynote address, “Fly to Cuba? Now Legal and Possible”, Wednesday, November 2 from 9-10 AM in Orlando, FL. His address takes place on the second day of the annual National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Business Aviation Convention & Exposition (BACE). Norber will be in Room S331 D speaking on one of the conference’s educational tracks on Operations.

JetBlue Makes Strategic Investment In JetSuite

Charter Company Flies 30-Passenger Jets In The Western U.S.

JetBlue has made a minority equity investment in JetSuite, a private jet charter company operating between selected cities in the western U.S.

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Allegiant Flight Dispatchers Opt To Join Teamsters

Vote Was 25-4 To Become Part Of The Union

By a margin of 25 to 4, flight dispatchers at Allegiant Air voted to join the International Brotherhood of Teamsters in a vote count announced by the National Mediation Board. There are 34 members in the bargaining unit.

Sentera Unlocks the Power Of Drone Data

AgVault, OnTop Software Platforms Now Available At Tiered Subscription Levels

Sentera is enabling every drone user to unlock the power of their data by offering AgVault and OnTop Software Platforms at affordably-priced tiered subscription levels. An annual subscription is now offered at 79% price reduction, unlocking the power of drone data management for an even larger market segment.

Tributes Continue To Pour In For Bob Hoover (1922-2016)

Aviation Legend Passed Away Early Tuesday

The tributes and remembrances for Bob Hoover, who passed away early Tuesday morning in California, continue to pour in from aviation organizations across the spectrum.

NBAA-BACE Features Exciting Speakers, Education Sessions, Networking

Show Kicks Off Tuesday In Orlando, FL

With only days left until the NBAA’s 2016 Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) kicks off in Orlando, FL, event organizers and attendees are preparing for an unprecedented range of speakers, seminars, awards and networking opportunities. NBAA-BACE, held Nov. 1-3, is expected to draw about 27,000 business aviation professionals to participate in the three most important days for the industry this year.

One-Third Scale B-17G Ready For Flight Testing

'Bally Bomber' Receives Flight Certification From the FAA

A 17 year labor of love is about to reach a significant milestone in Dixon, IL. A one-third scale B-17G built by Jack Bally has been certified by the FAA, and is ready for flight testing.

FAA Awards WAAS Safety Computer Delivery Contract

Verocel To Provide Up To 50 Computers Under $2.8 Million Deal

The FAA has awarded a $2.8 million contract to Vorcel to deliver up to fifty (50) next-generation safety computers for deployment in the Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS).

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AeroSports Update: Drone Gift Giving Tips

As The Giftgiving Season Approaches, Millions of Small Drones Will Head Out Of The Stores

Dropping prices and increased sophistication are going to make small drones popular gifts. They are fun, exciting, and provide a great recreational activity and continuing hobby enjoyment. However, they come with legal attachments as they relate to federal regulations. This is a quick and simplified overview of what you get involved in when operating a small drone.

Nevada Highway Patrol Approved For UAV Use

Has Completed All FAA Requirements To Fly Small UAVs

The Nevada Highway Patrol has become the first law enforcement agency in the state to be fully certified to use small UAVs.

IATA Supports U.K. Heathrow Decision

But Cautions That The Price Must Be Right

The IATA has issued a statement supporting the decision of the U.K. Government to follow the recommendation of the Airports Commission and back a third runway at Heathrow Airport.

Airborne 10.26.16: The Aero-Verse Remembers Bob Hoover, G450, Aeromedical Reform

Also: Keeping R/C History Alive, P-8A Training, R44 Cadets, Sea-Tac, China Eastern, Gulfstream G280 Record

“When you have tasted flight, you will forever walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward, for there you have been, and there you will always long to return.” It is said this was written by Leonardo da Vinci but, beyond a doubt, it was lived by Bob Hoover. An early morning call on Tuesday morning brought ANN's Jim Campbell the worst news imaginable. RA Hoover, known to all his friends simply as Bob, had headed west. Bob’s passing marks the loss of one of America'

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (10.27.16)

“The death of Bob Hoover is a tremendous loss to the entire aviation community. Bob was a great friend and mentor to countless aviators in the military, manufacturing, test pilot, and airshow segments of our profession." Source: GAMA president and CEO Pete Bunce.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (10.27.16): Deviations

A departure from a current clearance, such as an off course maneuver to avoid weather or turbulence.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (10.27.16)

Cavanaugh Flight Museum

The Cavanaugh Flight Museum opened in October 1993, the brainchild of its founder, entrepreneur Jim Cavanaugh. Cavanaugh placed his growing collection of historic aircraft in the new museum.

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