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October 24, 2016

Airborne 10.24.16: Obnoxious NIMBY Report, Scorpion Jet, AMA Remote Pilot Test

Also: Schiaparelli Probe, Spirit Of Aviation, Bell 429, Commuter Craft, Master Pilot Award, Predator B, Space Debris

A new study released by the Mercatus Center at George Mason University finds that most complaints about airport noise come from only a handful of people, and that the balance between noise abatement and the economic benefits of an airport has been heavily tilted towards those who complain. After an evaluation of noise complaint data from a selection of U.S. airports to quantify opposition to airport noise, researchers say that the source of airport noise complaints is ofte

Airborne 10.24.16: Obnoxious NIMBY Report, Scorpion Jet, AMA Remote Pilot Test

Also: Schiaparelli Probe, Spirit Of Aviation, Bell 429, Commuter Craft, Master Pilot Award, Predator B, Space Debris

A new study released by the Mercatus Center at George Mason University finds that most complaints about airport noise come from only a handful of people, and that the balance between noise abatement and the economic benefits of an airport has been heavily tilted towards those who complain. After an evaluation of noise complaint data from a selection of U.S. airports to quantify opposition to airport noise, researchers say that the source of airport noise complaints is often highly concentrated in a few dedicated complainers. The Textron AirLand privately developed Scorpion Jet has successfully completed its first weapons exercise at White Sands Missile Range

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The Canadian Space Agency Announces New Human Health Experiment For ISS

The Study Aims To Advance The Knowledge And Treatment Of Neurological Disorders

The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) and the University of Calgary are collaborating on a new experiment that will study how long-duration missions to the International Space Station (ISS) impact astronauts' brains.

Sikorsky Delivers 1000th H-60M Black Hawk To US Army

Aircraft Began With The 'A' Model In 1978

The 1000th H-60M Black Hawk helicopter has been delivered to the U.S. Army in a ceremony held in Stratford, Connecticut. The event was attended by distinguished guests from the U.S. Army, government officials, the Defense Contracting Management Agency, industry suppliers, and Lockheed Martin employees.

Beluga Fleet Support Contract Awarded To Rockwell Collins

Will Handle Any Repairs Company's Systems Aboard The Super Transporter Aircraft

Rockwell Collins has signed a repair agreement with Airbus SAS to support its fleet of five A300-600ST (Super Transporter) Beluga aircraft. The Beluga fleet is responsible for transporting aircraft parts between Airbus facilities.

Duncan Aviation To Develop STCs for Gogo Business Aviation’s 4G Service

Several Models Of Business Aircraft Will Be Eligible For The Installation

Duncan Aviation will be installing the new Gogo 4G system when it’s ready in the first half of 2017. The work will be performed at its three main facilities in Battle Creek, MI, Lincoln, NE, and Provo, UT, and more than 24 Satellite Avionics Shops located at the busiest airports in the United States.

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Lockheed Martin Celebrates Milestone On Royal Navy Merlin Helo Program

Marks 25 Years Of Work, Continues To Add Capabilities To The Aircraft

Lockheed Martin has marked the 25th anniversary of the Royal Navy’s Merlin anti-submarine and anti-surface helicopter. The original contract for the Merlin Mk1 helicopter was awarded on October 9, 1991.

DHS Fields New Automatic Takeoff And Landing Capability For Predator B Fleet

Capability Significantly Reduces Operator Training Costs and Landing Incidents

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems has announced that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has released its newest flight software which fields GA-ASI’s proprietary Automatic Takeoff and Landing Capability (ATLC) system. The ATLC system is designed to increase safety and efficiency of air crews.

U.S. Navy Awards $255 Million Contract to Raytheon

Company Will Complete Development Of Next Generation Precision Landing System

The U.S. Navy has awarded Raytheon Company a $255 million contract for development and production readiness of its next generation precision landing system. The Joint Precision Approach and Landing System uses GPS satellite navigation to provide more accurate landing guidance for manned and unmanned aircraft, replacing radar and beacons used in older systems.

DOD Awards Contract To Drone Aviation

Will Integrate Advanced Communications Solution On WASP Tactical Aerostat

The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) has awarded a contract to Drone Aviation Holding Corp. for communications sensor integration onto Winch Aerostat Small Platform (WASP) tactical aerostats owned by the U.S. Department of Defense.

Bell 429 Featured In 'The Horn' TV Series

Aircraft Operated By Air Zermatt Carries Out Life-Saving HEMS Missions

A Bell 429 is featured in this season’s Red Bull TV series, "The Horn". Launching On Demand globally on Red Bull TV on last week, the six-part original docuseries is shot through the first responders’ eyes and set in the shadows of the most treacherous terrain of Switzerland’s Matterhorn mountain.

CAE Wins over $76 Million In Defence Contracts

Includes Extension Of Key Long-Term Training Services Contracts With The USAF, USN

CAE has announced that it has won defence contracts valued at more than $76 million to provide a range of training and support services for global military customers.

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Navy's Common Control System Validates Interoperability During Tri-Service Demo

System Designed For Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Will Eventually Be Integrated In All Unmanned Systems

The Navy recently tested its Common Control System (CCS) during a Tri-Service demonstration that showed the potential use of unmanned systems for automated medical casualty evacuations.

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Spirit Of Aviation Mobile Experience Debuts At NBAA

Will Bring EAA's Mission And Passion For Aviation To The Business Aviation Community

EAA’s Spirit of Aviation mobile experience trailer is bringing EAA’s mission and passion to aviation and non-aviation events throughout the country, with its debut at the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition in Orlando early next month.

Pratt & Whitney PurePower Engine Joins Spirit Airlines Fleet

Transforming Aviation With Significant Fuel And Noise Reductions

Pratt & Whitney's PurePower Geared Turbofan (GTF) engine has entered passenger service with Spirit Airlines, which is the first U.S. carrier to fly the Airbus A320neo. The aircraft made its first passenger service flight from Detroit to Los Angeles on Sunday, Oct. 16.

CAE Wins Contracts Valued At More Than $152 Million

Includes Sale Of A Dozen Full Flight Simulators

CAE has announced a series of contracts, including training programs with airlines in North America and Asia, as well as the sale of 12 full-flight simulators for airline training worldwide. These agreements, valued at more than $152 million, highlight some of the orders CAE has won during its second quarter, and illustrate the span of its commercial aviation training solutions.

Rockwell Collins MultiScan ThreatTrack Weather Radar Now Approved For A320, A330

Aftermarket Installation Approved Through Airbus Service Bulletin

Rockwell Collins’ MultiScan ThreatTrack weather radar is now available as an aftermarket upgrade for Airbus A320 and A330 families of aircraft. The system was recently certified for retrofit installation for these platforms through an Airbus service bulletin.

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AeroSports Update: Revised LODA Policy Comes Closer

Revised FAA LODA Policy To Improved Training Potential For Light Sport Community And Ultralights

LODAs allow experimental aircraft to be flown for compensation or for the purposes of flight training. Many are held by operators who offer type-specific transition training to current or prospective homebuilders, but LODAs are also a crucial element in training for certain areas of the light-sport community (such as gyroplanes) and for ultralight flying.

Pratt & Whitney Signs Thrust Reverser Component Distribution Agreement

Will Be Distributed By Satair Group

Pratt & Whitney has entered into an agreement with Satair Group, a leading provider of aftermarket services and solutions for the civil aerospace industry, for the exclusive distribution of PW4000 100-inch engine thrust reverser spare parts.

Klyde Morris (10.24.16)

Klyde Yearns For The Days Of The Pre-Social-Media Political Campaign

FMI: www.klydemorris.com

Airborne 10.21.16: NIMBYs Out Of Control, SMO Evictions On Hold, New Race Class

Also: CVR/FDR Expansion, Focusing On Santa Monica, NASAO Boss, GE9X Engine, 1000th H-60M, Verizon Drones, New LAS ATC

A Transportation Safety Board of Canada team is currently investigating the October 13, accident involving a Cessna Citation north of Kelowna, British Columbia. However, it’s reported the board said the absence of a Cockpit Voice Recorder or a Flight Data Recorder will make this investigation particularly challenging. In Canada, only multi-engine, turbine-powered commercial aircraft flown by two pilots and carrying six or more passengers are required to carry a cock

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (10.24.16): Execute Missed Approach

Execute Missed Approach Instructions issued to a pilot making an instrument approach which means continue inbound to the missed approach point and execute the missed approach procedure as described on the Instrument Approach Procedure Chart or as previously assigned by ATC. The pilot may climb immediately to the altitude specified in the missed approach procedure upon making a missed approach. No turns should be initiated prior to reaching the missed approach point. When conducting an ASR or PAR approach, execute the assigned missed approach procedure immediately upon receiving instructions to “execute missed approach.”

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (10.24.16)

Aero Linx: The Canadian Aerospace Medicine and Aeromedical Transport Association CAMATA is the acronym for the Canadian Aerospace Medicine and Aeromedical Transport Association. It is a national non-profit organization that stands to enhance awareness, and promote training/operational guidelines in aerospace medicine and Aeromedical Transport across Canada.

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Aero-News: Quote of the Day (10.24.16)

“We want to promote EAA, our passion for flight, and our mission of growing participation in aviation in way that’s fun and engaging. The Spirit of Aviation mobile marketing unit brings EAA to life through immersive activities and virtual reality experiences, giving visitors a glimpse into the world of aviation, as well as inviting them to be part of EAA’s dynamic, growing, and innovative member community.” Source: Dave Chaimson, EAA’s vice president of marketing and business development, commenting on the EAA’s Spirit of Aviation mobile experience trailer debut at the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition in Orlando early next month.

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