Meeting Will Take Place On The Internet April 27th

Boeing will host its 2020 annual meeting of shareholders virtually due to the public health impact of the coronavirus pandemic and to prioritize the health and well-being of meeting participants.

DroneLogbook Software Combined With ANAFI Platform Simplifies Drone Data Logging

Parrot, the leading European drone group, announced today the addition of enhanced flight data tracking to Parrot’s ANAFI drone through a partnership with DroneLogbook — which will allow pilots to keep track of their equipment’s performance, schedule necessary maintenance, as well as record and report all pertinent information to comply with FAA regulation.

Researchers From The University Of Zurich Have Demonstrated A Flying Robot That Can Detect And Avoid Fast-Moving Objects

Drones can do many things, but avoiding obstacles is not yet their strongest suit ... especially when they move quickly. Although many flying robots are equipped with cameras that can detect obstacles, it typically takes from 20 to 40 milliseconds for the drone to process the image and react. It may seem quick, but it is not enough to avoid a bird or another drone, or even a static obstacle when the drone itself is flying at high speed. This can be a problem when drones are used in unpredictable environments, or when there are many of them flying in the same area.

Looks To Accelerate Introduction Of CityHawk eVTOL Aircraft To Market

Urban Aeronautics, the hydrogen/electric-powered vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) developer that recently announced its partnership with the Boeing Company, now joins forces with Asia’s tech-powered urban air mobility service Ascent Flights Global to bring the eVTOL CityHawk to market. 

Network Significantly Reduced Due To Coronavirus

Due to the corona crisis, KLM will start the summer schedule with a significantly reduced network. From March 29 until and including May 3, KLM plans to fly to 25 intercontinental and 32 European destinations. During this period, KLM will fly according to an adjusted schedule, which amounts to about 10 percent of the normal number of flights.

Selection Committee Meeting Has Been Postponed Indefinitely Due To Coronavirus

The National Aeronautic Association announced on February 19, 2020 that nine aviation and space achievements will compete for the 2019 Robert J. Collier Trophy.

No New Dates For The Symposium Have Yet Been Announced

S.A.F.E. Structure Designs' Maintenance Safety Symposium, “Troubleshooting Technology” scheduled for June 10 in Dallas will be postponed until the fall. The conference hosted by S.A.F.E., Southern Utah University (SUU), and Helicopter Safety Alliance will be deferred in the wake of the COVID-19 situation. The conference will reschedule in Dallas with the original outstanding speakers and sponsors at a date to be announced.

Includes Bell, Leonardo, Airbus And Robinson Aircraft

The FAA has approved the installation of Appareo Stratus transponders in Part 27 aircraft. The STC-AML includes Airbus Helicopters, Bell Helicopter, Leonardo, and Robinson Helicopter. The H-variant models, named Stratus ES-H and Stratus ESG-H, are now available through the Authorized Appareo Dealer Network, and retail for the same price as the Part 23 transponders.

Thermal Runaway May Lead To Fire

EASA has issued a Safety Information Bulletin (SIB) for lithium batteries installed on multiple models of Emergency Locator Transmitters installed aboard airliners.

Looking To Replace Shadow 200 Tactical Unmanned Aerial System Aircraft

The replacement of the Australian Army’s Shadow 200 Tactical Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) through project LAND 129 Phase 3 has progressed to the tendering process.