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November 05, 2019

Airborne 11.04.19: DA50-RG 1st Flt, KSMO Wastes $$, Zenith Workshops

Also: Mohawk Down, Cuba Ban, K-MAX Helicopter, Updated FAA Helicopter Handbook

In April 2019 at AERO Friedrichshafen, Diamond Aircraft announced changes on the DA50 program, including a new engine concept with the 300 hp Continental CD-300 and retractable gear. On Thursday, the airplane flew for the first time. "The first flight was conducted by the crew as planned and all systems were working as expected," said Sören Pedersen, Head of Flight Test, Diamond Aircraft Austria. "Since all new elements are already well known from other aircraft out of the Diamond aircraft family, the DA50 made a very ma

Airborne-Unmanned 11.05.19: New Jupiter Tricopter, DARPA Test, UAS Restrictions

Also: DOI Grounding, Primoco LDG Test, Heavy-Lift VoloDrone, Drone Delivery Canada

FlightWave Aerospace has launched its new Jupiter tricopter UAS. The company says the drone is reminiscent of a “tough-as-nails pickup truck,” designed for missions where durability, stamina and control are required. The UAS provides users with a “smooth flying experience,” according to FlightWave, via their tilt-pod technology. The UAS also has the same engineering that provided precision control for FlightWave’s Edge-130 UAS; this time, in a wingless craft, making it suitable for indoor mis

Airborne-Unmanned 11.05.19: New Jupiter Tricopter, DARPA Test, UAS Restrictions

Also: DOI Grounding, Primoco LDG Test, Heavy-Lift VoloDrone, Drone Delivery Canada

FlightWave Aerospace has launched its new Jupiter tricopter UAS. The company says the drone is reminiscent of a “tough-as-nails pickup truck,” designed for missions where durability, stamina and control are required. The UAS provides users with a “smooth flying experience,” according to FlightWave, via their tilt-pod technology. The UAS also has the same engineering that provided precision control for FlightWave’s Edge-130 UAS; this time, in a wingless craft, making it suitable for indoor missions where precision in tight spaces is crucial. Northrop Grumman demonstrated progress toward successful heterogeneous unmanned vehicle (UxV) swarming with the test of Rapid Int

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Virgin Galactic Stock Drops About 20 Percent After IPO

Closed The Week At $9.46

Those who bought Virgin Galactic Holdings when it went public at the end of October hoping the stock would ... well ... rise like a rocket were disappointed when the price fell about 20 percent before recovering a bit by the end of the week.

Nebraska Startup Brings Firefighting Drones To Market

Technology Allows Aircraft To Start Back Fires To Prevent Wildfire Spreading

As fire seasons stretch longer and blazes burn hotter, a University of Nebraska–Lincoln startup company is using drones to fight fire with fire and keep people out of harm’s way.

Vietjet Orders 15 A321XLR Signs Airbus Training Services Agreement

Signs Airbus Training Services Agreement

Vietnamese carrier Vietjet has announced that it will add the A321XLR to its fleet, with a firm order for 15 aircraft and the conversion of five A321neo aircraft from its existing backlog. The announcement was made during a visit to Airbus headquarters in Toulouse by Vietjet President & CEO Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao, hosted by Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury.

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Three Receive Master Instructor Designation In October

National Accreditation Recognized By The FAA

Three instructors have earned the Master Instructor designation in the month of October. Master Instructors LLC said in a news release that all were accredited as Masters by Master Instructors LLC, the international Master Instructor accrediting authority. All obtained their designation through the Master Instructor "Fluid Review" program online.

Department Of The Interior Grounds Majority Of Drone Fleet

Concerns Raised About Security Of Chinese-Made Aircraft

The U.S. Department of the Interior has grounded most of its drones over concerns that the Chinese-made aircraft and components may present a security risk.

First Poseidon Aircraft Delivered To The RAF

Submarine-Hunting Poseidon MRA1 Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA) Has Been Delivered To The Royal Air Force.

The U.K. Ministry of Defense (MOD) is investing $3.86 billion in nine state-of-the-art jets which will enhance the UK’s tracking of hostile maritime targets, protect the British continuous at-sea nuclear deterrent and play a central role in NATO missions across the North Atlantic.

New UAVOS HAPS ApusDuo Variant Successfully Completes Test Flight

Multiple Modifications Incorporated In Latest Aircraft

UAVOS announced its successful test flight completion of the new modification of ApusDuo solar-powered high-altitude platform system (HAPS) with a wingspan of 46 feet. The design of the main elements of the aircraft has been modified which resulted in increased reliability and decreased overall structure weight.

Canadian Seaplane Company Eyes Electric Beaver

Working To Install An Electric Motor On A 1956 Model Aircraft

Canadian seaplane operator Harbour Air hopes to soon be flying an electric-powered 1956 Mk 1 deHavilland Beaver as a proof-of-concept airplane. But eventually, the carrier hopes to have a fleet of electric-powered airplanes.

Two Fatally Injured In Florida Accident

Beech Baron Went Down Shortly After Takeoff From Ocala, FL

A Beech Baron went down Thursday shortly after takeoff from Ocala International Airport (KOCF) in central Florida, resulting in the fatal injury of the two people on board the aircraft.

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LA County Fire Department Selects Becker Mission ADS-B Transponder

Will Be Installed During Retrofit Of Helicopter Fleet

LA County Fire Department Air Operations selected Becker Avionics’ ADS-B transponder, the BXT6500 series for retrofitting their existing fleet of helicopters. LACOFD operates a fleet of Bell B412 and Sikorsky S-70 helicopters. With the FAA ADS-B mandated deadline of January 1, 2020 quickly approaching, LACOFD selected the mission capable BXT transponder to become ADS-B compliant. The quick installation took approximately 30 hours to complete and was accomplished by LACOFD’s capable maintenance department.

Rolls-Royce Congratulates South African Airways

Carrier Has Introduced Its First Trent XWB Powered Airbus A350

Rolls-Royce joins South African Airways in celebrating the introduction of the airline’s first Airbus A350 aircraft powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engines.

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Airborne-Unmanned 10.29.19: Norwegian Coastal Flight, Lilium Flies, Zipline Demo

Also: NBAA Report, Volocopter Air Taxi, Drone Monitoring Tools, Safran-Uber, Wing Drone Deliveries

Norway's Maritime Robotics announced that a Penguin B drone owned by the Norwegian Defence Research Establishment concluded a 200 kilometer flight in June, passing through several different types of controlled civil airspace. The flight demonstrated a new wireless data link technology using phased array antennas from Radionor Communications, as well as a lightweight transponder on the aircraft, all of which was integrated by Maritime Robotics. Lilium has released new footage of its all-electric Lilium Jet

NBAA Commends FAA For New Measures to Preserve Aviation Privacy, Security

Announced During The NBAA Flight Planners Summit During NBAA-BACE

The NBAA is applauding the FAA for developing a plan to allow a real-time flight-tracking opt-out for operators that have equipped their aircraft with Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) equipment, which will be required to operate in most U.S. airspace effective Jan. 1, 2020.

Boeing Starliner Successfully Completes Pad Abort Test

Crew Escape System Test Is Critical Milestone Ahead Of First Crewed Launch

Boeing has cleared a crucial test on the way to returning the United States to human spaceflight launch capabilities by completing a successful pad abort test of the CST-100 Starliner.

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First FAA-Approved BVLOS Drone Flight Completed In Alaska

Mission Inspected Nearly Four Miles Of The Trans-Alaska Pipeline

FAA UAS Integration Pilot Program partners, including The University of Alaska Fairbanks, Iris Automation, Skyfront, Echodyne, and Alyeska Pipeline Service Company achieve a milestone in the drone industry.

Bristow Group Successfully Emerges From Chapter 11

Completes Financial Restructuring With $535 Million In New Capital

Bristow Group has emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, successfully completing its debt restructuring process and implementing the Chapter 11 reorganization plan confirmed by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas on October 4, 2019.

FAA Fly Safe: Avoiding Controlled Flight Into Terrain

Agency Offers Advice On Preventing Such Accidents

Controlled Flight Into Terrain (CFIT) is an unintentional collision with the ground, a mountain, a body of water or an obstacle, when the aircraft is under positive control. Most often, it happens during the approach or landing phase of flight.

AUVSI Holding Webinars On Operating Drones Safely And Responsibly

Educational Program Is Part Of National Drone Safety Awareness Week

National Drone Safety Awareness Week is underway, and the Association of Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) is hosting a series of webinars to highlight how members of the drone industry are using the technology to engage with their communities. Each day of the week is devoted to a specific theme on how to operate drones safely and responsibly.

Barrett Publicly Sworn In As Secretary Of The Air Force

Ceremony Held November 2 At The Air Force Academy

Barbara M. Barrett was publicly sworn in Nov. 2 as the 25th Secretary of the Air Force at the symbolically potent U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, Colorado, using the high-profile location to salute the service’s history and potential as it positions itself to meet future challenges.

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (11.05.19)

"We’re pleased the FAA has responded positively to ADS-B privacy concerns of operators, which NBAA has raised in numerous government/industry forums, including with the NextGen Advisory Committee. No one should have to surrender their privacy and security just because they board an airplane.” Source: NBAA president and CEO Ed Bolen.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Term (11.05.19): Missed Approach

A maneuver conducted by a pilot when an instrument approach cannot be completed to a landing.

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (11.05.19)

Video: Larsen’s Opening Statement Ahead of 737 MAX Hearing with Boeing CEO Dennis Muilenburg

House Aviation Subcommittee Chair Rick Larsen (D-WA-02) released a statement ahead of the October 30th House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee hearing entitled “The Boeing 737 MAX: Examining the Design, Development and Marketing of the Aircraft.”

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