Five Proposals To Be Refined For Flight Opportunities As Early As 2020

NASA has selected five science investigations for refinement during the next year as a first step in choosing one or two missions for flight opportunities as early as 2020. The submitted proposals would study Venus, near-Earth objects and a variety of asteroids.

Airline Took First 777 Delivery In 2007

Boeing and Cathay Pacific Airways celebrated a significant achievement today with the delivery of the airline’s 70th 777 aircraft – also the last and 53rd 777-300ER (Extended Range) of its confirmed orders – that has made Cathay Asia’s largest operator of the 777 fleet.

Becomes Manager Of The Atlanta Learning Center

FlightSafety International announces that Jeff Rose has been promoted to Manager of the company’s Learning Center in Atlanta, Georgia. He succeeds Ed Klonoski who has retired from FlightSafety.

Cooperation On Helicopter Support, Training And Kit Design/Manufacturing In Czech Republic

Finmeccanica-AgustaWestland has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with LOM Praha s.p. of the Czech Republic. Under the MoU the partners are paving the way for cooperation in the field of helicopter maintenance, training, servicing and support, as well as the designing and manufacturing of helicopter kits.

Cooperative Agreements With 27 Organizations Could Total $42 Million

NASA has selected 27 organizations from across the United States to begin negotiations for cooperative agreement awards totaling $42 million to implement a new strategic approach to more effectively engage learners of all ages on NASA science education programs and activities.

Will Have Until November 9 To Submit Design Proposals

The Army last week asked industry to provide preliminary design review proposals for the Improved Turbine Engine Program, or ITEP, which will eventually replace the existing General Electric T700-GE-701C/D engines that now power AH-64 Apache and UH-60 Black Hawk aircraft.

Developer Of Cloud-Based Audit Software Applicable To Business Aviation

Fountain and Associates, the developer of cloud-based iIS-BAO Audit Protocol software, was recently recognized by the International Business Aviation Council (IBAC) as an International Standard for Business Aircraft Operators (IS-BAO) International Standards Support Services Affiliate (I3SA).

Film Narrated By Sir Patrick Stewart ... 'Captain Picard'

The California Science Center will present an in-depth look at the hazards as well as the possibilities for human space exploration with a Journey to Space: Exhibition and 3D Film, opening October 29, 2015 and continuing through May 8, 2016. The unique pairing of the exhibition and 3D film offers an extraordinary vision of the future for living and working in space.

Award Presented Annually For Industrial Leadership To National Defense

The Air Force Association (AFA) presented its 2015 John R. Alison Award to the Lockheed Martin F-22 program at the annual Air and Space Conference and Technology Exposition, Sept. 14-16 in National Harbor, Maryland. Orlando Carvalho, executive vice president, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, accepted the award on behalf of the company.

Formerly GenCorp, Company Started As General Tire & Rubber Company In Akron, Ohio, On Sept. 29, 1915

Aerojet Rocketdyne Holdings, Inc. on Tuesday celebrated its 100th anniversary. The original company was founded by William O'Neil as General Tire & Rubber Company on Sept. 29, 1915 and has evolved greatly over the years through a diversified mix of acquisitions to become a leader in the aerospace and defense industry.

Includes Design, Fabrication, And Installation Of Multiple Systems At Naval Test Pilot School

The U.S. Navy has awarded a $1.57M contract to Calspan Aerospace to provide a next-generation Variable Stability System (VSS) for a U.S. Naval Test Pilot School UH-60L Blackhawk helicopter. The U.S. Naval Test Pilot School (USNTPS) trains engineering test pilots, flight test officers, and flight test engineers to conduct test and evaluation at the Aircraft Division of the Naval Air Warfare Center.

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What Should Have Been The Ultimate 'Popcorn Movie' Has Become A Painful Reminder Of What We've Lost

I admit it. I'm bummed. I'm kinda out of sorts... and this time, the FAA has little to do with it. No... this time, a movie, specifically 'The Martian' is wholly responsible. Don't get me wrong, the movie is one of the most entertaining I have seen in a long while... even despite a barely credible ending and a few other issues here and there. Still; the movie makes a sincere desire to get the science right, and by and large, its does better than most. And yes, I recommend it strongly and hope it does REALLY well. Simply stated, it's just a heckuva a story. But what bothered me most as I sat through the flick was the growing realization that stranded Astronaut Mark Watney's

Highly Regarded, Long-Time SportPlane Manufacturer Exhibits Staying Power

In this video, ANN CEO and Editor-In-Chief, Jim Campbell, sat down with Sebastien Heintz, the president and owner of the Zenith aircraft company at their home facility in Mexico, MO. At first glance, their facility looks like just another large hanger on an airport. However, as the video progresses you’ll see just how advanced an airplane kit building production plant can be.

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Since 2014, More Than 27,000 People Have Attended The AOPA Regional Fly-Ins

“We’ve been overwhelmed by the success of the AOPA Fly-Ins, so we’re excited to bring them to brand new locations, with new seminars, social events, and activities for 2016,” said AOPA President Mark Baker.

Brings Extensive Experience In The Aviation Industry To The Company

James H.L. Cowan has been appointed as as President and Chief Executive Officer of Soloy Aviation Solutions.

Canadian Adventurer Participated In Eco-Challenge Expedition Race

The keynote address for the 2015 ICAS Convention will be delivered by Yvonne Camus, a Canadian adventurer who participated in and finished the Eco-Challenge expedition race on the South Pacific island of Borneo.

Will Assist With Training As 'Bad Guys' In Combat Scenarios

Draken International has been contracted to provide adversary support for the United States Air Force. Flying the industry's most advanced Douglas A-4K Skyhawk and Aero Vodochody L-159E ALCA fighter jets, Draken is able to replicate numerous types of threat aircraft. Draken aircraft are equipped with modern radars, electronic attack pods, and are operated by highly skilled reserve & former-military professionals. This unique service will result in considerable cost savings for the USAF and preserves military assets, such as USAF F-16's and F-15's, while still achieving necessary training.

Flyht And Avmax Join Forces To Improve Tracking And Data On 146 Aircraft

Flyht Aerospace Solutions and Avmax Group have announced an agreement for the Automated Flight Information Reporting System (AFIRSTM) 228 for the two airlines Avmax owns, as well as its current and future leased fleet, for a total fleet size of 146 aircraft over a seven-year term.

Approved For Airplanes Powered By P&WC PT6A-66D turbine.

EASA has granted an STC (#10033038-R1) to MT-Propeller for the installation of its next generation 5-blade scimitar composite Quiet Fan Jet propeller MTV-27-1-E-C-F-R(P)/CFR225-55f on Socata TBM 900 airplanes powered by P&WC PT6A-66D turbine engines.

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Formation Flight More than one aircraft which, by prior arrangement between the pilots, operate as a single aircraft with regard to navigation and position reporting. Separation between aircraft within the formation is the responsibility of the flight leader and the pilots of the other aircraft in the flight. This includes transition periods when aircraft within the formation are maneuvering to attain separation from each other to effect individual control and during join-up and breakaway.

“As an aviation pioneer in turbine engine conversions of both fixed and rotor winged aircraft, Soloy is a name and brand that is extremely well respected but not entirely well known. Aside from ensuring our customers are being well served, my immediate priority is to put the spotlight on Soloy around the world and give it the attention it deserves." Source: James H.L. Cowan, commenting on his appointment the President and Chief Executive Officer of Soloy Aviation Solutions.