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Purdue University Global has launched its professional flight program and will begin training students through its flight training affiliate, Sterling Flight Training LLC, this fall. Students may now apply to enroll in the online Bachelor of Science in Professional Flight program. Those accepted into the School of Aviation program will complete their Bachelor of Science degree courses online through Purdue Global, which includes aviation and general education classes, while completing professional flight training

What Are YOU Waiting For? 2021 WAI Scholarship Program Officially Opens July 1

With new scholarships being posted weekly, the 2021 WAI scholarship program officially opens July 1, and members can review dozens of scholarships. Currently, there are 56 scholarships offered for flight training, engineering, maintenance, dispatcher, and professional development for individuals in all stages of life. Additional scholarships and internships will be added in the coming weeks and months, with over 100 scholarships expected to be posted by the Fall. Applicants are encouraged to check for new scholarships often, and may apply for up to three scholarships per year.

Tough Times Continue to Plague The Aviation/Aerospace Industry

Airbus is confirming plans to 'adapt its global workforce and resize its commercial aircraft activity' in response to the COVID-19 crisis. That's a polite way to say that a lot of staffers are about to lose their jobs. This is expected to result in a reduction of around 15,000 positions by summer 2021. Airbus reports that the commercial aircraft business activity has dropped by close to 40% in recent months as the industry faces an unprecedented crisis. Commercial aircraft production rates have been adapted accordingly. Airbus is grateful for the government support that has enabled the Company to limit these necessary adaptation measures. However with air traffic not expected to recove

Increases Max Gross Takeoff Weight To 16,500 Pounds

Blackhawk Aerospace has FAA's Approval of a new STC for their new XR Upgrade Kit for the King Air 350 Series. The XR Kit optimizes a stock King Air 350 series aircraft by increasing Max Gross Takeoff Weight to 16,500 pounds and maintaining a Basic Aircraft Empty Weight that is 220 pounds lighter than comparable extended range aircraft for greater payloads and up to 25% more endurance. The original Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) PT6A-60A engines and 4-bladed aluminum propellers are removed and replaced with brand-new 1200 shaft horsepower (SHP) PT6A-67A engines and lightweight MT 5-bladed composite propellers. The XR Kit also includes new heavy-weight landing gear, high floatation tire

Covers 46 States and 4 Territories

DoT will award nearly $800 million in airport safety and infrastructure grants through the FAA to 46 states, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and the Marshall Islands. "This nearly $800 million Federal investment in airport infrastructure will strengthen safety, improve travel, generate jobs and provide many economic benefits for local communities," said U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao. The total includes $689 million from the Airport Improvement Program (AIP) and $104.4 million in Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act grants to equal a 100 percent Federal share.

Queensland, Australia, Will Host Pratt & Whitney Canada Training

FlightSafety International now offers maintenance technician training at a new Learning Center located at the Sunshine Coast Airport in Queensland, Australia. "We are pleased to serve technicians who maintain aircraft equipped with Pratt & Whitney Canada engines, and Honeywell engines and APUs, at this new Learning Center in Queensland," said Nathan Speiser, Executive Vice President, Sales and Marketing.

Implementation Of The PRD Is A Matter Of Utmost Importance

The Regional Airline Association (RAA) has voiced its strong support for the FAA's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) on the establishment and maintenance of a robust Pilots Records Database (PRD). RAA member airlines' top priority is safety for our operations, and the development of an enhanced electronic system for sharing pilot records among air carriers and other operators will meaningfully enhance safety by providing more complete information in the hiring process. Such a system, managed by the federal government, is long overdue.

Took Delivery Of Its First Aircraft In January

Horizon International Flight Academy has logged more than 1,000 flight hours in its Bell 505 fleet, mainly utilized to train military pilots. Horizon's training academy is in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). "Crossing the 1,000-flight hour threshold in less than three months from its latest aircraft registration is a testament to Horizon and the Bell 505s ability to quickly meet mission requirements," said Sameer A. Rehman, Managing Director, Africa & Middle East.

From 2017: A Whole New Look To Model Aviation…

One of the newest types of aircraft gaining popularity in the RC world is scale model powered paragliders. Frank Bustgens, Marketing Director for Opale Paramodels, was demonstrating the miniature powered paragliders at AMA Expo West in Ontario, CA late last year. He told Aero-News CEO and Editor in Chief Jim Campbell that the company has been making the aircraft since 2009, and was introducing them now into the U.S. Market. Bustgens said the airfoils come in both single-layer and double-layer configurations for different flight characterist

Gust Of Wind Caused The Left Wing To Raise And Go "Vertical" Or "Knife Edge"

The pilot reported that after a stabilized approach to land, during the touchdown a gust of wind caused the left wing to raise and go "vertical" or "knife edge." He immediately applied full power to go-around, however, the airplane was banking and drifting to the right and before the airplane could climb, it impacted terrain to the right of the runway and skidded down a ravine. The left and right wings sustained substantial damage. The pilot reported that there were no preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane.

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Aircraft Surge Launch And Recovery Procedures used at USAF bases to provide increased launch and recovery rates in instrument flight rules conditions. ASLAR is based on: a. Reduced separation between aircraft which is based on time or distance. Standard arrival separation applies between participants including multiple flights until the DRAG point. The DRAG point is a published location on an ASLAR approach where aircraft landing second in a formation slows to a predetermined airspeed. The DRAG point is the reference point at which MARSA applies as expanding elements effect separation within a flight or between subsequent participating flights. b. ASLAR procedures shall be

"The PRD will add transparency, standardization and efficiency into an air carrier's hiring process and will provide immeasurable safety benefits... Deploying the PRD at a deliberate and focused pace to safeguard the intent of the rule is essential and RAA members remain committed to working with the Agency and our pilot community to ensure a smooth transition to this much-needed system." Source: Bill Whyte, VP of RAA Aviation Operations and Technical Services, who authored the comments discussing the Regional Airline Association (RAA) support for the FAA's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) on the establishment and maintenance of a robust Pilots Records Database (PRD).