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October 08, 2018

AEA Names Mike Adamson President And CEO

Will Succeed Paula Derks Effective March 25, 2019

Following an extensive search process, the Aircraft Electronics Association's board of directors announced its selection of Mike Adamson as its president and chief executive officer to become effective March 25, 2019, during the 62nd annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show in Palm Springs, California. Adamson will succeed Paula Derks, who is retiring next spring after serving as AEA president and CEO since 1996.

EAA Goes On The Record About THEIR LSA/SportPlane Initiative

Despite AOPA Crowing, Game-Changing LSA/Homebuilt Effort Was the Result of a Multi-Year EAA Effort

First of all, if you've seen the breathless AOPA "Breaking News" alerts, don't be fooled. They didn't break the news and their reports, which all but ignore EAA, are not the result of an AOPA effort, but primarily that of EAA. Again. We've been talking to EAA's Jack Pelton and others all weekend and just received additional 'on the record' data to accompany the story we broke a few days ago. According to EAA, the proposed weight limit change to 3,600 pounds for light-sport aircraft is part of the current discussions between EAA and FAA prior to any broad MOSAIC (Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certificates

Airborne 10.08.18: Massive LSA Reg Changes, President Signs, S-97 Raider

Also: New Lunar Lander, Hangar Fire, GOES 17 Mishap, Moody Aviation Selects FRASCA

OK, folks... pay attention... this could be a really big deal! Recent messaging from EAA has confirmed that massive changes are coming soon to an LSA near you. Initial reports indicate that the maximum weight criteria for a Light Sport Aircraft will increase after a January Rulemaking effort, followed by an NPRM, due to cooperative efforts by EAA and the FAA. Insiders report that the max weight limit will nearly triple to 3600 pounds, and that some form of maximum speed limit will increase to approximately 150 mph. The ef

Airborne 10.08.18: Massive LSA Reg Changes, President Signs, S-97 Raider

Also: New Lunar Lander, Hangar Fire, GOES 17 Mishap, Moody Aviation Selects FRASCA

OK, folks... pay attention... this could be a really big deal! Recent messaging from EAA has confirmed that massive changes are coming soon to an LSA near you. Initial reports indicate that the maximum weight criteria for a Light Sport Aircraft will increase after a January Rulemaking effort, followed by an NPRM, due to cooperative efforts by EAA and the FAA. Insiders report that the max weight limit will nearly triple to 3600 pounds, and that some form of maximum speed limit will increase to approximately 150 mph. The effort includes non-complex 4-seat aircraft, and puts aircraft like the iconic Cessna 172 Skyhawk in a whole new category. It's a done deal. The President of the United States has s

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Industry Reacts To Signing Of FAA Reauthorization Bill

Reviews Generally Favorable, New Model Aircraft Rules Are Immediately In Effect

As you know by now, President Donald Trump signed the long-term FAA reauthorization bill Friday afternoon, ending the debate for another five years.

Sikorsky S-97 Raider Exceeds 200 Knots

Company Prepares Proposal For U.S. Army's Future Attack Reconnaissance Aircraft

The Sikorsky S-97 Raider light tactical prototype helicopter is advancing rapidly through its flight test schedule, recently exceeding 200 knots at the Sikorsky Development Flight Center. Raider, developed by Sikorsky, is based on the company's proven X2 Technology, enabling speeds twice that of conventional helicopters.

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West Star Aviation Sponsors NBAA Careers In Business Aviation Day

Will Be Held October 18 At NBAA-BACE In Orlando

West Star Aviation is pleased to announce they are a sponsor of the NBAA Careers in Business Aviation Day on October 18, 2018 at the Orange County Convention Center during the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) conference.

Toyota Patents Flying Car Concept

Releases Details Of 'Dual Mode Vehicle With Wheel Rotors'

Toyota has received a patent for its "Dual Mode Vehicle With Wheel Rotors" fling car concept, and released details to the public. The website transportup.com reports that the design incorporates the machine's rotors into the wheels. When operating in driving mode, the rotors fold into the interior of the wheel rim.

NATA Town Halls And Forums Promote Membership And Industry Engagement

Workforce Challenges And Illegal Charter Also Among Top Concerns For Southeast Region Operators

On September 25, NATA held the fifth in its series of 2018 Industry Town Hall meetings at Epps Aviation (KPDK) in Atlanta, GA. This event was the first opportunity for NATA members and industry to meet with Gary Dempsey in his new role as NATA President. Dempsey was joined by NATA EVP Tim Obitts along with airport officials and other Atlanta-area aviation business professionals, including leaders from FBOs and air charter providers.

MicaSense Releases Revolutionary New Sensor Altum

Introduces Sensors Powered By DJI SkyPort

MicaSense releases Altum, its new top of the line sensor for professional-grade agricultural drone mapping. Altum captures synchronized multispectral and thermal imagery, enabling aligned outputs for advanced analytics.

Olis Robotics Joins NASA Space Habitat Team

Will Study The Use Of Robots In The Future Of Space Habitats And The International Space Station

Olis Robotics has been selected as a participating partner with NanoRacks to study and report on the viability of low-Earth orbit (LEO) commercial habitats known as Outposts, which includes utilizing robotics to repurpose and outfit discarded in-space structures like the upper stages of spent rockets.

AF Announces Operation Colony Glacier Casualty Recovery

Was Aboard A C-124 Globemaster That Went Down In 1952

The Air Force announced today the name of a service member who has been recovered from a C-124 Globemaster aircraft that was lost on Nov. 22, 1952. Air Force Staff Sgt. Eugene R. Costley has been recovered and will be returned to his family in Elmira, New York, for burial with full military honors.

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Successful Hawk Hot Weather Trials Completed

Demonstration Led By The RAF Has Proven The Hawk Advanced Jet Trainer's Ability To Operate In Soaring Temperatures

A pair of Hawk T2 aircraft from the RAF's IV Squadron undertook a series of planned exercises in temperatures reaching 111 Fahrenheit to showcase Hawk's capabilities in testing conditions.

BepiColombo Is Readied For Its October 19 Ariane 5 Flight

Spacecraft Slated For A Mission To Mercury

Preparations are moving ahead for Arianespace’s next Ariane 5 launch, which will send the BepiColombo spacecraft on its way to the solar system’s smallest and least-explored terrestrial planet: Mercury.

GA-ASI’s Second MQ-9B SkyGuardian Completes First Flight

Will Be Used For Development, Testing, Demonstrations

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) completed the first flight of its second MQ-9B SkyGuardian Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) (YBC02) aircraft on September 26. The flight of the company-owned aircraft was conducted at Laguna Army Airfield in Yuma Proving Grounds.

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Aero-TV: ’As Excited As We've Ever Been' - Continental Motors' Rhett Ross

Continental Teases Major Announcements ... Next Year

There have been a lot of ups and downs in the realm of General Aviation over the past several years, but Rhett Ross, President and CEO of Continental Motors Group, says he's excited about the industry's future.

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Updated: LSA Shakeup! EAA Confirms Major Changes to LSA Weight/Speed Criteria

Out Of Right Field, EAA Confirms Massive LSA Reg Change For January Rulemaking Effort and Eventual NPRM

Updated, throughout 10.07.18 with additional or expanded detail: The first hints of an interesting rumor caught us a little off guard a few weeks ago, but recent comments and messaging from EAA's Jack Pelton has confirmed that massive changes are coming soon to an LSA near you. The details are still sketchy, and a few text messages have confirmed the basics, but the initial reports indicate that the maximum weight criteria for a Light Sport Aircraft will be increased in a January Rulemaking effort followed by an NPRM due to cooperative efforts by EAA and the FAA--who are starting to look like they really want GA to s

Aero-TV: ’As Excited As We've Ever Been' - Continental Motors' Rhett Ross

Continental Teases Major Announcements ... Next Year

There have been a lot of ups and downs in the realm of General Aviation over the past several years, but Rhett Ross, President and CEO of Continental Motors Group, says he's excited about the industry's future. Speaking with Aero-News Editor in Chief Jim Campbell at AirVenture 2018, Ross said that at Continental Motors, they are now moving forward with focus. The customer service team and global sales team are being built out, and the engineering team is doing some really "awesome stuff" ... which of course he can't discuss.

NASA, NOAA Convene GOES 17 Mishap Investigation Board

Will Look Into An Instrument Anomaly Aboard The Orbiting Spacecraft

NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) have appointed a board to investigate an instrument anomaly aboard the Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite (GOES) 17 weather satellite currently in orbit.

New Engine Under Development For Electric Commercial Aircraft

Zunum Aero, Safran Helicopter Engines Join Forces To Deliver High-Efficiency Electric Commercial Aircraft

A new variant of the Safran Ardiden 3 engine has been selected to power a new hybrid-to-commercial aircraft. Zunum Aero has selected Safran Helicopter Engines for its hybrid-to-electric commercial aircraft, which will be available in the early 2020s.

New ‘Specification Configurator’ Added To Flightdesign.Com

Makes It Easy To Customize Your New Airplane

Flight Design general aviation is pleased to announce new changes to the website. This includes a new and easy-to-use aircraft Specification Configurator that has just been added to the site.

Mark Solper Named Chairman Of EAA Ultralight/Light Sport Aircraft Council

Florida Man Has Diverse Aviation Experience From Ultralights To Airlines

Mark Solper of Fort Pierce, Florida, who has long experience in ultralights and a variety of other aircraft types, has been named chairman of the Experimental Aircraft Association’s Ultralight and Light-Sport Aircraft Council. He succeeds Carla Larsh, who is retiring from the post after having chaired that council for the past decade.

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Klyde Morris (10.08.18)

Klyde... NOT A Fan Of All The Instant Media/Space Experts

FMI: www.klydemorris.com

Lockheed Martin Reveals New Human Lunar Lander Concept

Reusable Lander Could Take Astronauts From The Lunar Gateway To The Surface Of The Moon And Advance Technology Needed To Explore Mars

At the International Astronautical Congress (IAC) in Bremen, Germany, Lockheed Martin experts revealed the company's crewed lunar lander concept and showed how the reusable lander aligns with NASA's lunar Gateway and future Mars missions.

Airborne 10.05.18: Toyota Flying Car, Darryl Greenamyer, Falcon 50 Accident

Also: Trig Avionics, Robotic Skies, AYJET Buys Sonaca 200s, Gulfstream Acquires NORDAM Nacelles

Toyota has received a patent for its "Dual Mode Vehicle With Wheel Rotors" fling car concept, and released details to the public. The design incorporates the machine's rotors into the wheels. When operating in driving mode, the rotors fold into the interior of the wheel rim. For flight, the rotors extend on arms above the aircraft. According to the patent, the four wheels of the vehicle operate in the traditional manner. Each wheel also includes at least one rotor housed fully within the rim of the wheel bene

Garmin Announces The G1000 NXi Upgrade For Piper M500

Includes Multiple Features Unique To The Airplane

Garmin has announced another addition to its portfolio of G1000 NXi integrated flight deck upgrades to now include G1000-equipped Piper M500 aircraft. Significant performance enhancements accompany unique features such as SurfaceWatch, visual approaches, geographical map overlay within the HSI and more. Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the G1000 NXi integrated flight deck upgrade for the M500 is targeted for approval in 2019 and will be available through select Garmin dealers.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (10.08.18): Local Airport Advisory (LAA)

Local Airport Advisory (LAA) A service provided by facilities, which are located on the landing airport, have a discrete ground−to−air communication frequency or the tower frequency when the tower is closed, automated weather reporting with voice broadcasting, and a continuous ASOS/AWSS/AWOS data display, other continuous direct reading instruments, or manual observations available to the specialist.

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (10.08.18)

Aero Linx: The Luscombe Endowment The Luscombe Endowment is here to support public inquiry into things related to the Luscombe aircraft; Aircraft operation, Aircraft maintenance, and the history of the Luscombe Aircraft Company(s). You will find a large archive of technical resources, links to our affiliates, and links to historical events as well as items of curiosity or inquiry that have been brought to our attention. Our Mission: To foster the preservation and education of the public about things related to Luscombe Aircraft, and Don Luscombe's aviation contributions. The Luscombe Endowment was created in 2000, by the Luscombe Foundation to assist in support of the Luscombe fleet.

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Aero-News: Quote of the Day (10.08.18)

"The Sikorsky S-97 Raider flight test program is exceeding expectations, demonstrating Raider's revolutionary speed, maneuverability and agility. X2 Technology represents a suite of technologies needed for the future fight, enabling the warfighter to engage in high-intensity conflict anytime, anywhere as a member of a complex, multi-domain team." Source: Tim Malia, Sikorsky director, Future Vertical Lift Light. in comments made as Sikorsky's S-97 Raider light tactical prototype helicopter advances rapidly through its flight test schedule, recently exceeding 200 knots at the Sikorsky Development Flight Center. Raider, developed by Sikorsky, is based on the company's proven X2 Technology, enabling speeds twice that of conventional helic

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