Low Earth Orbit, Air-Launched Sats will Study Communications, Survey Land, and Study Orbital Debris
Virgin's space delivery company Virgin Orbit has announced its launch window for the next air launched satellite delivery, titled "Above the Clouds". The launch is expected to take place on January 12, 2022 when a trio of small satellites are sent into Low Earth Orbit at 310 miles. Those aboard include a unit from Spire Global, Polish outfit SatRevolution, and the US DoD Space Test Program. Orbit's launch systems vary from the garden variety rocket systems, instead operating with the use of Cosmic Girl, a Boeing 747-400 that mounts a space-bound rocket on its engine transfer pylon. Above the Clouds will be the first Orbit launch since June of 2
Pandemic Concerns Lead to 2nd Cancellation of Conference
The upcoming Ultralight and Light Sport Safety Symposium has been canceled, according to an official communique from its sponsoring body, the Illinois Ultralight Advisory Council. The organization has decided that ahead of a projected rise in COVID-19 cases, their safety-themed event would be better off postponed until the pandemic threat is sufficiently reduced. "With the continuing threat of COVID-19 cases, and the extra threat from the variants, we felt that it was prudent to cancel the event for safety reasons. We considered moving it to later in the year, but for many reasons we feel that it would be better to simply once again skip the event for this year and concentrate on a 2023 even
Life Support Systems and EVA Suit Developer Gearing Up for Turnkey Space Walk Gear
Paragon Space Development has agreed to purchase Final Frontier Design, a supplier and designer for spacesuits and their survival equipment to NASA and other space agencies. Frontier has a number of government contracts in place as well as a Space Act Agreement for the agency's IVA suit. Paragon intends to utilize the frontier portfolio alongside their portable life support systems, creating the only complete extravehicular spacewalk-ready suit on the market. Their experiences in design, integration, and operation on the StratEx Mission and the NAsA Constellation Spacesuit System have made Paragon a strong contributor to the Exploration Extravehicular Activity
25 US Military Veterans to Receive Private Pilot Tuition
The UND Aerospace Foundation has announced a $300,000 award from The Ray Foundation for the exclusive use for scholarships to aid 25 US military veterans in their quest to become aviators. The scholarships will cover an estimated 80% of the costs to obtain a Private Pilot certificate at the UND Phoenix Flight Training Center from February 2022 onwards. Once they have their PPL in hand, students will be in a position to use their GI Bill benefits to continue their training on to advanced training certifications to begin a career as a professional aviator. UND Phoenix is a Part 141 flight school at the popular Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport, approved to train veterans using VA education benefits
Seating Overhaul Company Re-Hires Original Employee as Marketing Director
Aircraft seat crafter Latitude Aero announced the addition of their new marketing coordinator Emma Reno. She will be responsible for researching and analyzing the trends of the aircraft interior and seating market, as well as helping to develop coherent, company-wide marketing strategies. Reno is a recent graduate of Appalachian State University with a BS in Marketing. She returns to the company in her new role, having been with the business from the very start before attending college. Re-joining the company will allow her to bring a sense of history to the role, understanding the foundations that allowed Latitude to get where it is today.
Operations Will Continue as Normal, New Products Allegedly Incoming For AirVenture 2022
The light aircraft manufacturer based out of the world's aviation hub of Oshkosh, Wisconsin is under new ownership after the assets of both Sonex Aircraft and Sonex Aerospace were purchased by company man Mark Schaible. The two have been joined to form Sonex, LLC for the continued operation and support for kit aircraft and upcoming designs. The staff of Sonex have been retained, and the new ownership says that little change will be seen for current customers and outstanding orders. Products will ship as usual, parts will still be available, and development on projects in the works will continue just as they did under founder John Monnett’s tenure.
From 2014: A New Single-Seat SportPlane Shows Great Potential For Serious Fun
While at the Sport Aviation Expo 2014, ANN CEO and Editor-In-Chief, Jim Campbell stopped by to talk with Dan Weseman, the president of Sport Performance Aviation. Sitting on display was their snappy looking single place light sport airplane that seems to be cut from a different cloth than most other LSA’s on display. Called the Panther, the airplane is being produced only in a kit version at this time. It is designed for someone to certify as an exper
Joint Infrastructure for Commercial Drone Deployments Across the Border
Michigan has announced the development of a multifaceted program to boost the development of advanced aerial mobility in the region, beginning a study on effective utilization of UAV, UAS, and AAM tech throughout the economy. The first study to complete will analyze the effect of an international cross-border skyway with nearby Ontario, as well as commercial drone use. The advanced air mobility market has seen significant strides in recent months, as those capable of reading the writing on the wall have struck out early to stake a claim.
Sorry for the late showing of Airborne, but we've had some hiccups here. As you may remember, we were preparing to introduce a new Airborne host this week, and part of getting her ready to start was the fact that we needed to ship a lot of gear over to her... which we did... a week ago. And... now, FedEx seems to have lost it. So; we have to pull a Plan B, a somewhat different version of Airborne, until Fed Ex finally finds and delivers OUR gear... Florida's lawmakers have put out two Republican-sponsored bills in the house and senate that would see the state
Sorry for the late showing of Airborne, but we've had some hiccups here. As you may remember, we were preparing to introduce a new Airborne host this week, and part of getting her ready to start was the fact that we needed to ship a lot of gear over to her... which we did... a week ago. And... now, FedEx seems to have lost it. So; we have to pull a Plan B, a somewhat different version of Airborne, until Fed Ex finally finds and delivers OUR gear... Florida's lawmakers have put out two Republican-sponsored bills in the house and senate that would see the state
Also: EAA-AMA Museum Coop, Flight Design F2, Air Force Policy, IFALPA Applauds
Jetblue announced its new hiring pipeline, JetBlue Gateways. The initiative is designed to meet the growing need for aviation professionals from aviators to AMT's, that come from backgrounds other than the common straight, white male that has formed the base of the aviation industry. The program focuses on offering "a range of pathways into the industry, while also opening the door to more candidates from underrepresented communities, including women and people of color." The Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology announced its recent addition of an Aviation Mai
The Pilot, Who Owned The Airplane, Did Not Possess An Instrument Rating
On December 10, 2021, about 1651 eastern standard time, a Beech V35, N5704V, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Crab Orchard, Kentucky. The private pilot and one passenger were fatally injured. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight. The visual flight rules cross-country flight originated at Okeechobee County Airport (OBE), Okeechobee, Florida, on the morning of the accident with intermediate stops at Flagler Executive Airport (FIN), Palm Coast, Florida, and Baxley Municipal Airport (BHC), Baxley, Georgia.
Aero Linx: The Commercial Spaceflight Federation
The Commercial Spaceflight Federation is the leading voice for the commercial spaceflight industry. Founded in 2006, CSF and its 85+ members are laying the foundation for a sustainable space economy and democratizing access to space for scientists, students, civilians, and businesses. CSF members are responsible for the creation of thousands of high-tech jobs driven by billions of dollars in investment. Through the promotion of technology innovation, CSF is guiding the expansion of Earth’s economic sphere, bolstering U.S. leadership in aerospace, and inspiring America’s next generation of engineers and explorers.
Local Airport Advisory (LAA)
A service available only in Alaska and provided by facilities that 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/AWOS data display, other continuous direct reading instruments, or manual observations available to the specialist.
"Cross-border partnership is critical across all dimensions of mobility, including aerial systems. Michigan and Ontario have a rich history of partnering on groundbreaking innovations and this project by Air Space Link continues that tradition. Considering the density of auto suppliers, logistic companies, technology start-ups, and consumers in the region, it is a natural fit to test this cutting-edge aerial technology here. The vital research could lead to faster product deliveries and reduced supply chain disruptions in the future, helping us grow Michigan's economy and put Michiganders first."
Source: Michigan Gov. Whitmer, announcing the development of a multifaceted program to boost the development of advanced aerial mobility in the r
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