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January 10, 2018

Hobbico, Inc. Files Petition For Chapter 11 Relief, Pursues Sale Of Company

Seeks Protection From Creditors To Restructure And Attract New Capital Investment; Operations Continue Throughout Bankruptcy Process

Hobbico, Inc. has 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.

Airborne 01.10.18: Advanced XL-2, Huerta Steps Down, Karma Kaput

Also: Fairbanks Opposed A/C Registration, P2012 Traveller, Team Futaba, Dream Chaser Update

Discovery Aviation has started production of its new advanced XL-2 with a three (3) aircraft order from a current XL-2 operator in Seoul, Korea. The business plan calls for production to ramp up in 2018 with full production capabilities to be achieved later in the year. To date there have been 135 XL-2s’ manufactured, featuring an exceptional safety record and offering unparalleled operational costs, burning just 4.5 gph with its advanced Teledyne Continental Motors IOF-240 FADEC engine. FAA Administrator M

Airborne 01.10.18: Advanced XL-2, Huerta Steps Down, Karma Kaput

Also: Fairbanks Opposed A/C Registration, P2012 Traveller, Team Futaba, Dream Chaser Update

Discovery Aviation has started production of its new advanced XL-2 with a three (3) aircraft order from a current XL-2 operator in Seoul, Korea. The business plan calls for production to ramp up in 2018 with full production capabilities to be achieved later in the year. To date there have been 135 XL-2s’ manufactured, featuring an exceptional safety record and offering unparalleled operational costs, burning just 4.5 gph with its advanced Teledyne Continental Motors IOF-240 FADEC engine. FAA Administrator Michael Huerta's term as FAA administrator ended last weekend with no permanent replacement identified. Huerta was appointed to lead the agency by President Obama in 2011 following

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Nebraska Lawmakers Craft Statewide Drone Laws

Sponsor Says She Wants To Protect The Public Without Overregulation

The state legislature in Nebraska will consider a bill later this year that would put statewide regulations on the use of drones. The bill was introduced by State Senator Carol Blood of Bellevue, NE. She said as the use of drones continues to grow at a rapid pace, she wants to protect the public without over regulating the industry.

Intel Shooting Star Mini Designed For Indoor Shows

But No Public Sales Are Planned By The Company

Remember the drone light show presented at the Super Bowl last year? Though pre-taped (an FAA TFR prevented the show from being presented live), it was pretty impressive. The show was executed by Intel Shooting Star drones, and in a keynote address at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, the company said it has developed a variant of the swarm drone that is safe for indoor use.

U.S. Cargo Spacecraft Set For Departure From ISS

Dragon Cargo Ship Will Undock On Saturday, January 13

After delivering more than 4,800 pounds of science and supplies to the International Space Station, a SpaceX Dragon cargo spacecraft will depart the orbiting laboratory on Friday, Jan. 12.

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Astronaut Mario Runco Jr. Retires From NASA

Served With The Agency For Nearly 48 Years

After nearly 48 years of federal service, veteran NASA astronaut and Earth and planetary scientist Mario Runco Jr. has retired from NASA; his last day with the agency was Dec. 31.

Boeing, Turkish Airlines Announce Order For Three 777 Freighters

Carrier Recently Took Delivery Of Two Of The Large Cargo Jets

Boeing and Turkish Airlines announced that the carrier ordered three more 777 Freighters in December 2017. The new order came weeks after the carrier took delivery of two of the large cargo jets as part of its plan to further expand its freight business.

Chatham, MA Government Chooses Not To Fight FAA On Skydiving

Agency Has Determined The Activity Safe At The Airport

The Chatham, MA Board of Selectmen said Monday night that it will not challenge the FAA's conclusion that the local airport is safe for skydiving, and the town must allow the activity at the airport.

Two Industry Veterans Join Expanded NBAA Regional Rep Program

Association Adds New Mid-Atlantic Region

The NBAA today announced that Paige Kroner and Brittany Davies have been named Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regional representatives, respectively. The move marks an expansion of NBAA’s regional program to seven regions.

Hartzell Winds Up Its 100th Anniversary Year

Company Made Progress In Several Areas During Its Centennium

During the company's 100th anniversary year, Hartzell Propeller made progress in a number of important areas and continued to expand its product offerings. The company now supplies propellers for nearly 50 OEMs, ranging from 2-blade to 6-blade carbon fiber or aerospace grade aluminum propeller systems.

FAA Approves New Lightweight EMS Interior System

Leonardo AW109/AW119 Helicopters To Be Modified By AMS Heli Design

The FAA has approved a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for a new lightweight, quickly removable emergency medical services Advanced Life Support System (ALSS) interior for Leonardo AW119 and AW109 helicopters manufactured by AMS Heli Design.

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Jet Linx Recruits Todd Hattaway As New Vice President Of Operations

Previously Held An Executive Position With NetJets

Jet Linx, the private aviation company headquartered in Omaha, Neb. with 14 locally-operated base locations nationwide, announces the newest recruit to the Jet Linx team. Todd Hattaway has been appointment as the new Vice President of Operations, effective immediately. In his new role, Hattaway is responsible for overseeing corporate tactical and strategic initiatives, as well as managing the Flight Operations, Maintenance and Service Delivery (Client Services) departments.

Government Of Oman Requests Purchase Of F-16 Software Upgrades

Contract Carries An Estimated Value Of $62 Million

The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to Oman of items and services to support an incremental Operational Flight Profile (OFP) software upgrade for F-16 subsystems, as well as Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) and secure communications equipment for Mode 5 operations for an estimated cost of $62 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale this week.

New Digs For The Farnborough Airshow

Permanent Building Constructed For That Event And Others

The organizers of the Farnborough Airshow have made a significant investment in infrastructure for the event, signalling a long-term commitment to the show.

Airborne 01.08.18: John Young Goes West, AirVenture 2018, Air Power Museum

Also: Regional Airline Association, JetBlue Bonus, Airbus Western Training Ctr, Aurora Flight Sciences

The consummate aviator, and despite all his accolades, a guy who still had a flair for fun, Astronaut John Young, has gone west. Among his accomplishments, Young walked on the Moon during Apollo 16 and commanded the first space shuttle mission. He died Friday, Jan. 5, 2018, at the age of 87 from complications of pneumonia. Young began his impressive career at NASA in 1962, when he was selected to join NASA's second astronaut class, known as the "New Nine." Fan favorite air show performers and newcomers

Bell Helicopter Makes CES Debut

Is The First Major Helicopter Manufacturer To Exhibit At The Consumer Electronics Show

Textron company Bell Helicopter unveiled its air taxi cabin design and fully integrated user experience Tuesday at CES 218. The four-passenger cabin demonstrates Bell’s view of an on-demand mobility aircraft that focuses on a people-first engineered user experience tailored with an urban air taxi ride.

Zuma Satellite Launched By SpaceX Failed To Reach Orbit

Classified Spacecraft Considered A 'Total Loss'

To observers on the ground, it appeared to be a flawless launch. The SpaceX Falcon 9 booster lifted off late Sunday night, and landed back at the Kennedy Space Center a few minutes later.

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First BelugaXL Transporter Rolls Off Assembly Line

Next-Generation Super Transporter Is One Of The Largest Aircraft In Existence

The first structurally complete airframe for the new BelugaXL rolled out from its assembly hangar in Toulouse, France this month. Once operational, a fleet of these next-generation airlifters will be used to transport completed sections of Airbus aircraft among the company’s European production sites and to its final assembly lines in France, Germany and Spain.

Nomination Period For NAA Collier Trophy

Deadline For Nominations Is January 31

The nomination period for the 2017 NAA Robert J. Collier Trophy is now open through January 2018.

Team Futaba Welcomes Colton Clark

Will Be Performing At Events Through The 2018 Season

The Futaba Air Team is proud to add pilot Colton Clark to its growing roster. Colton has been impressing airshow crowds with his incredible flying skills for 20 years. He inherited his love of RC flying from his father (Wayne Clark), who took Colton to the field after he’d spent time on his flight sim. Within a few flights, he was piloting .40-size glow planes solo.

New Tello Toy Drone Soars Into CES 2018

Uses Intel And DJI Technology At A $100 Price Point

Ryze Tech, a drone start-up, has completed development of its first intelligent toy drone called the Tello, and is officially debuting the new product at CES 2018 in Las Vegas.

John Travolta, Harrison Ford To Honor Newest Living Legends Of Aviation

This Year's Annual Awards Ceremony Dedicated To The Memory Of Astronaut Gene Cernan

John Travolta, the "Official Ambassador of Aviation," will host the 15th annual "Living Legends of Aviation Awards" Friday Jan. 19, 2018 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in California. The event honors those who have made significant contributions to aviation. Legendary actor Harrison Ford will present the "Aviation Legacy Award," and this year's ceremony is dedicated to astronaut Gene Cernan, who passed away just before last year's Legends event.

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (01.10.18)

“The air taxi is not a new concept – Bell Helicopter has been moving people over urban landscapes for decades.” Source: Bell Helicopter’s president and CEO Mitch Snyder, on the unveiling of Bell's Electric Air Taxi at CES 2018.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Term (01.10.18): Cowl Flaps

Shutter-like devices arranged around certain air-cooled engine cowlings, which may be opened or closed to regulate the flow of air around the engine.

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (01.10.18)

Society of Flight Test Engineers The Society of Flight Test Engineers is a fraternity of engineers, whose principal professional interest is the flight testing of aerospace vehicles.

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