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January 11, 2018

AMA Drone Report 01.11.18: Hobbico Chapter 11, New Tello Drone, Karma Killed

Also: Huerta Steps Down, NJ Considering Drone DUI, UK Drone Collision Study, Team Futaba

In a bit of bad news we did not need, one of the hobby industry’s biggest players is filing for bankruptcy protection as it looks to refinance or sell the company. A major presence in the hobby drone market, Hobbico filed a petition for relief under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code while it ‘seeks an orderly finalization and implementation of its comprehensive restructuring plan.’ The petition was filed Wednesday with the United States Bankruptcy Court – Wilmington of Delaware.

AMA Drone Report 01.11.18: Hobbico Chapter 11, New Tello Drone, Karma Killed

Also: Huerta Steps Down, NJ Considering Drone DUI, UK Drone Collision Study, Team Futaba

In a bit of bad news we did not need, one of the hobby industry’s biggest players is filing for bankruptcy protection as it looks to refinance or sell the company. A major presence in the hobby drone market, Hobbico filed a petition for relief under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code while it ‘seeks an orderly finalization and implementation of its comprehensive restructuring plan.’ The petition was filed Wednesday with the United States Bankruptcy Court – Wilmington of Delaware. In conjunction, Hobbico also announced its plan to sell the company. Ryze Tech, a drone start-up, has completed development of its first intelligent toy drone called the Tello, a

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Boeing Unveils New Unmanned Cargo Air Vehicle Prototype

The Electric Vertical-Takeoff-And-Landing Multi-Copter UAV Is Designed To Carry Up To 500 Pounds

Boeing has unveiled a new unmanned electric vertical-takeoff-and-landing (eVTOL) cargo air vehicle (CAV) prototype that will be used to test and evolve Boeing's autonomy technology for future aerospace vehicles. It is designed to transport a payload up to 500 pounds for possible future cargo and logistics applications.

Fat Shark Introduces Drone Racing Training Kit

Designed For Entry-Level Racers

A drone racing training kit targeted at those looking to get into the sport has been introduced by Fat Shark, the makers of FPV headsets for drone racing. The entry-level kit, called 101, consists of a custom-designed quadcopter, race-ready recon goggles and a professional-grade radio controller.

AEE And Selfly Camera Develop UAS-Smartphone-Case

Takes 'Selfies' To A Whole New Level, Company Says

AEE Aviation Technology Inc. and Selfly Camera LLC have introduced AEE Selfly, which is a smartphone case with an embedded UAS.

Drones Prove Reliable, Cost-Efficient Tool For Wildlife Surveys

Tend To Be More Flexible, Cheaper And Safer Than Using Manned Aircraft

Drones can be as effective as traditional methods for conducting wildlife population assessments, two Duke University studies confirm. The studies used remote-controlled unoccupied aircraft systems (UAS) and traditional aircraft to conducted population surveys of gray seals on remote islands off the coasts of eastern Canada and New England.

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NASA's Webb Telescope To Investigate Mysterious Brown Dwarfs

Will Search For Insight Into Star Formation And Exoplanet Atmospheres

Astronomers are hopeful that the powerful infrared capability of NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope will resolve a puzzle as fundamental as stargazing itself — what IS that dim light in the sky? Brown dwarfs muddy a clear distinction between stars and planets, throwing established understanding of those bodies, and theories of their formation, into question.

Sentera Brings Elevation Maps To The AgVault Platform

New Products To Help Manage Time And Resources For The 2018 Growing Season

Sentera has announced the availability of elevation maps within the Sentera AgVault platform, offering agronomists, crop consultants, and growers additional field insights. The system now delivers elevation variance maps. Topography and elevation data helps ag professionals increase operating efficiencies when building variable rate prescriptions, creating drainage or land-leveling plans, and designing subsurface drainage. Elevation maps are ordered within AgVault with the click of a button and are delivered as both a color-mapped topographic map image and set of industry-standard shapefiles.

Gogo AVANCE L3 Delivers Affordable, Customizable Broadband Connectivity To BizAv

Small, Lightweight Form Factor Ideal For Light Jets And Turboprops

Gogo Business Aviation has unveiled Gogo AVANCE L3, an innovative new inflight connectivity system that delivers the benefits of the Gogo AVANCE platform to passengers and flight departments in a small, lightweight form factor, with the most affordable pricing options in business aviation. Gogo’s breakthrough technology platform lets users customize their inflight experience based on their unique needs, and can be installed on business aircraft of all types and sizes, but is an ideal solution for smaller aircraft including turboprops and light jets.

TrueNoord Closes Sale/LeaseBack With Air Astana For Embraer E190 aircraft

Increases Portfolio To Seven E190 Aircraft

Regional aircraft lessor TrueNoord has concluded the increase of an existing term financing facility with DVB bank for the purchase of a 2012 vintage Embraer E190 aircraft from Air Astana, which will continue to be operated by the airline under the terms of a sale/leaseback transaction.

Fortem DroneHunter Ready For Market

Uses Netting To Counter Potential Drone Threats

The Fortem DroneHunter is ready for market, according to the company, which raised $5.5 million last year to start production.

Kratos Receives $23 Million Unmanned Aerial Drone System Production Award

Will Fund Production Of New Jet Powered Aircraft

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions' Unmanned Systems Division (USD) recently received an approximate $23 million production award for a new high performance, jet powered unmanned aerial drone system which has been under development. The majority of work to be performed under this new contract award is expected to be executed over the approximate next 12 months.

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Aberystwyth University Invests In UAV LiDAR For Forestry Research

Focus On Measuring Several Factors In British Forests

The Earth Observation and Ecosystem Dynamics Group at Aberystwyth University has invested in a drone-based LiDAR and spectral imaging package in order to enhance their research across the globe.

Alitalia Damages 17th Century Viola

Musician Was Traveling From Brazil To Israel

A 17th century viola da gamba was badly damaged on an Alitalia flight from Rio de Janeiro in Brazil to Tel Aviv, Israel, but it is not clear why the instrument was placed in the baggage compartment of the airplane.

Boeing Sets Airplane Delivery Record, Finishes 2017 With Larger Order Book

Delivered 763 Commercial Airplanes To Lead Industry For Sixth Straight Year

Boeing delivered more commercial airplanes than any manufacturer for the sixth consecutive year and set an industry record with 763 deliveries in 2017, driven by high output of the market-leading 737 and 787 jets. At the same time, the company grew its backlog with 912 net orders, reflecting healthy demand for its single-aisle and twin-aisle airplanes.

AUVSI Trusted Operator Program Launched

Steering Committee And Brand Ambassadors Selected To Develop UAS Training Protocols

The Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) has announced the appointment of leading industry stakeholders to serve on a steering committee and as brand ambassadors who will develop the Trusted Operator Program (TOP) for remote pilots and unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) training organizations.

Airbus Appoints George Xu CEO Of Airbus China

Appointment Effective Immediately

George Xu has been appointed CEO of Airbus China effective January 8th, 2018. As country head of Airbus China, he is responsible for all Airbus Commercial Aircraft business activities and providing leadership to the company’s Helicopters and Defence and Space businesses in China.

NBAA Welcomes New Acting FAA Administrator Elwell

Bolen Anticipates Ongoing Good Relationship With The Agency

NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen has released a statement regarding Dan Elwell, who became acting administrator of the FAA on January 7.

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One Design And Acro Sport Honored At AirVenture

Significant Anniversaries Observed For Both Airplanes

IAC will be observing the 25th anniversary of the test flight of the DR-107 “One Design” this year at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh as well as the 45th anniversary of the first flight of the “Acro Sport” - Paul Poberezny’s eighth design at EAA AirVenture 2018 in Oshkosh.

Yuneec Unveils Typhoon H Plus

Makes Entrance Into Fixed Wing And Racing Drone Categories At CES 2018

Yuneec International has entered two new categories with the unveiling of the all-new fixed wing Firebird FPV and all-new HD Racer for a more immersive flight. Additionally, the company announced the second generation of its proven six-rotor hex platform, Typhoon H Plus. The category expansion and product line advancements are a result of Yuneec's ongoing commitment to deliver industry leading technologies and pilot-centric features for an unparalleled electric aviation experience.

United Airlines ALPA MEC Reelects Capt. Todd Insler As Chairman

Retains His Seat On The Board Of United Continental Holdings

Capt. Todd Insler, a 23-year veteran Boeing 757/767 pilot at United Airlines, was unanimously reelected chairman of the United Master Executive Council (MEC) of the Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA) on Tuesday, January 9. Capt. Insler will also retain his seat on the board of directors of United’s parent company, United Continental Holdings Inc.

AMA Drone Report 01.04.18: AMA Expo West, Pentagon Drone Flts, Manned A/C Drones

Also: Drone Charges Against Journalists Dropped, Knowledge Quiz, Blood Deliveries By Drone, Rich Hanson Op-Ed

The annual AMA Expo, West Coast edition, gets its start at the Ontario Convention Center, in Ontario, California, this Friday. Packed to the rafters with exhibitors, displays, seminars, discussions and all manner of model aviation goodness, the festivities start Friday, January 5th from 11am – 5pm. The event continues Saturday, January 6th, from 10am – 5pm and resumes Sunday, January 7th from 10am – 4pm. Here’s another bit of bad press we did not need. It seems that the D

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (01.11.18)

"The strong sales activity reflects continuing strong demand for the 737 MAX family, including the ultra-efficient MAX 10 variant that we launched last year, and the market's increasing preference for Boeing's family of twin-aisle jets." Source: Boeing Commercial Airplanes President & CEO Kevin McAllister.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (01.11.18): Critical Angle Of Attack

The angle of attack at which a wing stalls regardless of airspeed, flight attitude, or weight.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (01.11.18)

Canadian Aeronautics and Space Institute (CASI) The Canadian Aeronautics and Space Institute (CASI) is a non-profit professional scientific and technical organization devoted to the advancement of the art, science and engineering of aeronautics, astronautics and associated technologies in Canada.

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