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October 06, 2014

Airborne 10.06.14: S-97 Unveiling!, Aeromobil Flying Car, EAA Counters FAA

Also: P-51 Replica, Canine Paragliding, NATA v Houston, SKYe SH09 First Flight, CAF AIRSHO Benefits

Sikorsky Aircraft has unveiled the first of two S-97 Raider helicopter prototypes, signaling the start of activities in the program’s test flight phase and a major step toward demonstrating the new, and first, armed reconnaissance rotorcraft featuring X2 Technology designed for military missions. AeroMobil says it will unveil its a prototype of the most recent version of its "flying roadster" ... which the company calls "the world's most advanced flying car," on October 29 at the Vienna Pioneers Festival in Austria. An earlier prototype of the road

Airborne 10.06.14: S-97 Unveiling!, Aeromobil Flying Car, EAA Counters FAA Hangar Nonsense

Also: P-51 Replica, Canine Paragliding, NATA v Houston, SKYe SH09 First Flight, CAF AIRSHO Benefits

Sikorsky Aircraft has unveiled the first of two S-97 Raider helicopter prototypes, signaling the start of activities in the program’s test flight phase and a major step toward demonstrating the new, and first, armed reconnaissance rotorcraft featuring X2 Technology designed for military missions. AeroMobil says it will unveil its a prototype of the most recent version of its "flying roadster" ... which the company calls "the world's most advanced flying car," on October 29 at the Vienna Pioneers Festival in Austria. An earlier prototype of the roadable aircraft flew last October, and it is reported that the company plans to fly this prototype the day befo

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Balloon Stolen At Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta

Was To Have Flown As A Memorial To Honor Rick Wallace

A thief broke into a Chevy Suburban parked at the Nativo Lodge in Albuquerque, NM Saturday night and stole the vehicle and trailer that was attached to it.

Italian Army Takes Delivery Of Its First Two ICH-47F Helicopters

Aircraft Manufactured Through A Joint Program With Boeing

The Italian Army has taken delivery of its first two ICH-47F Chinook helicopters during an official ceremony held at Vergiate plant (Italy). The ceremony was attended by the Italian Army Chief of Staff Gen. Claudio Graziano, the Director of ARMAEREO Lt. General Domenico Esposito and representatives from the industry.

Ariane 5 Rolls Out To The Spaceport's Final Assembly Building

VA220 Scheduled For Launch October 16 With Two Satellites On Board

Ariane 5 is on the move as launcher and payload preparations continue in French Guiana for Arianespace’s upcoming dual-passenger mission at the service of Intelsat, DIRECTV and ARSAT.

Gregory H. Gernhardt Named President, Pratt & Whitney Commercial Engines

Succeeds David Brantner, Who Has Announced He Is Leaving The Company

Pratt & Whitney has appointed Gregory H. Gernhardt, 49, president, Pratt & Whitney Commercial Engines, effective immediately. Gernhardt will report to Pratt & Whitney President Paul Adams and succeeds David M. Brantner, who has decided to depart the company.

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Bristow Group Announces Multi-Year Contracts

New Clients And Markets Expected To Generate Over $2.8 Billion In Revenue

In advance of the Johnson Rice Energy Conference, Bristow Group has announced that since the beginning of calendar year 2014, it has secured several renewal and new multi-year contracts for oil and gas and search and rescue operations (SAR). These contracts provide for a total of 31 large and five medium helicopters and are expected to generate in excess of $2.8 billion in revenue over the current life of the contracts.

NASA Mission Points To Origin Of 'Ocean of Storms' On Earth’s Moon

Data From GRAIL Mission Solves Ancient Lunar Mystery

Using data from NASA’s Gravity Recovery and Interior Laboratory (GRAIL), mission scientists have solved a lunar mystery almost as old as the moon itself.

Beachside Show To Feature USAF Thunderbirds

Wings & Waves Air Show To Be Held In Daytona Beach, FL

The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and a dozen other high-flying acts will take to the skies to entertain an anticipated crowd of 100,000 visitors at this year’s two-day Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Wings & Waves Air Show in Daytona Beach.

Associated Air Center Delivers First Airbus A330-200

Airplane Represents Fifth Overall Wide-Body Completion Project

Associated Air Center (AAC), has delivered its first green Airbus A330-200 VVIP wide-body aircraft completion project for a prominent customer. The project included a full cabin (nose-to-tail) customization equipped with high speed data, high definition In-Flight Entertainment (IFE), a comprehensive sound insulation package, stand-up shower, full cooking and food preparation, forward and aft galleys and complete interior zonal drier and humidification system.

US Army Awards AeroVironment $27.2 M For Raven, Puma Spare Parts

Delivery Of Spares Expected Within 12 Months

The U.S. Army has awarded three firm fixed-price orders to AeroVironment, Inc. totaling $27,178,075 for RQ-11B Raven and RQ-20A Puma AE unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) spare parts. The company received two orders on August 29, 2014 and one on September 18, 2014. Delivery is anticipated within 12 months.

Australia To Purchase Two Additional C-17A Globemaster Aircraft

Existing Airplanes Performing Diverse Missions For Australia's Ministry of Defense

The Australian Government has begun the process of purchasing two additional C-17A Globemaster strategic airlift aircraft, according to Minister for Defense Senator David Johnston.

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Aero-TV: Cooling Your Airplane -- Portable A/C Systems for GA Aircraft

A REALLY Cool Video About Affordable/Portable Aircraft A/C

This video is really cool… Literally! At the AOPA Aviation Summit 2013, ANN CEO and Editor-In-Chief, Jim Campbell took the time to cool off a bit by interviewing Craig Turton, the Owner and President of Arctic Air. Arctic Air produces portable air conditioners designed for use in aircraft. Some of these potable units operate with ice and some use an air conditioning compressor.

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Aero-TV: Cooling Your Airplane -- Portable A/C Systems for GA Aircraft

A REALLY Cool Video About Affordable/Portable Aircraft A/C

This video is really cool… Literally! At the AOPA Aviation Summit 2013, ANN CEO and Editor-In-Chief, Jim Campbell took the time to cool off a bit by interviewing Craig Turton, the Owner and President of Arctic Air. Arctic Air produces portable air conditioners designed for use in aircraft. Some of these potable units operate with ice and some use an air conditioning compressor. Turton said he wanted to come up with something that could beat the $25,000+++ price tag of having a full aviation approved air-conditioning system installed on an airplane. Turton explains that the ice versions c

Aerojet Rocketdyne Responds To Air Force RFI

Offers New American Rocket Engine Solution As RD-180 Alternative

Aerojet Rocketdyne has submitted a formal response to the U.S. Air Force's Request for Information on options for future booster propulsion and launch systems that could be used as alternatives to foreign-supplied RD-180 engines.

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AeroSports Update: A New Scaled-Down P-51 May Be Coming

FK-Light Planes Has Made The First Test Flight of A True-To-Original Scaled-Down Replica Of The P-51 Mustang Called The SW51

It’s not unusual to see large airplanes scaled-down and certified as experimental aircraft for the purpose of recreational flying. There are already a few examples of the legendary P-51 Mustang being reduced in size and performance to address the “inner Walter Mitty” hidden within our psyche. However, the SW51 Mustang to be produced by the Polish FK-Light Planes Company raises the bar on the term, “scaled-down.”

Klyde Morris (10.06.14)

What Seemed SO Hopeful Ten Years Ago, Seems Much Less So Now...

FMI: www.klydemorris.com

Airborne 10.03.14: A350-900 Cert, Upgraded TBM700, Who Won The EAA Fairchild?

Also: Avidyne Extends EX500 Life, Airborne's Future, SNC and Stratolaunch, Citation Latitude Update, Huerta Makes Excuses

The European Aviation Safety Agency has issued the type certificate of the Airbus A350-900. This certification is the first Airbus passenger aircraft with a new design to be entirely certified by EASA, from the application by Airbus in 2007 until the type certification. Daher-Socata has delivered the first avionics-modernized TBM 700 turboprop aircraft with a Garmin G600/GTN 750 new-generation glass cockpit avionics retrofit, replacing mechanical equipment and first-generation CRT electronic flight displays. The company says this in

NBAA Regional Forum Dates Announced For 2015

Gatherings To Be Held In Florida, New Jersey, And St. Louis

The NBAA has announced the dates and locations of the Association’s 2015 Regional Forums.

New Owners For Heartland Aviation At Chippewa Valley Regional (KEAU)

Hawthorne Global Aviation Services Expands Midwest FBO, Aircraft Charter, Management And Maintenance Capabilities

Hawthorne Global Aviation Services (Hawthorne) has acquired Heartland Aviation at Chippewa Valley Regional Airport (KEAU) in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Heartland is the fifth Fixed Based Operation (FBO) in Hawthorne's nationwide network, and its third acquisition in the last six months.

CAF AIRSHO 2014 Benefits Local Organizations

Non-Profit Groups In The Region Are Supported By The Event

In addition to showcasing some of the most iconic aircraft from World War II and top aerobatic performers, the CAF AIRSHO also benefits a number of non-profit groups in the Permian Basin region of Texas. The event is set for October 11-12 at Midland International Airport in Midland, TX.

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Boeing Delivers First New-Build MH-47G Special Operations Chinook

Total Program Value Over $300 Million

Boeing completed initial flight and delivery of the first, new-build MH-47G configured Chinook helicopter to the U.S. Army Special Operations Aviation Command Sept. 29, 2014.

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (10.06.14)

Aero Linx: South Carolina Aviation Association The SCAA South Carolina Aviation Association - Promoting Aviation in South Carolina and Beyond. A strong relationship exists between South Carolina’s economy and aviation. South Carolina’s diversified system of airports helps to both lead and sustain growth and economic diversification. Airports in South Carolina support the state’s economy and are themselves economic generators. Residents, businesses, and the state’s visitors also rely on the airport system for health, welfare, and safety needs. Further, South Carolina’s military airfields are also important to our national security. All types of businesses in South Carolina rely on aviation and

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (10.06.14): Expect Further Clearance Via (Airways, etc...)

Expect Further Clearance Via (Airways, Routes Or Fixes...) Used to inform a pilot of the routing he/she can expect if any part of the route beyond a short range clearance limit differs from that filed.

Aero-News: Quote Of The Day (10.06.14)

“There are more than 20 community organizations that benefit from the CAF AIRSHO each year. The groups provide a boost of additional volunteers needed to support such a large event and for their participation, each group benefits financially.” Source: AIRSHO Chair Gena Linebarger, chatting about the incredible impact the CAFAIRSHO hason the surrounding community... In addition to showcasing some of the most iconic aircraft from World War II and top aerobatic performers, the CAF AIRSHO also benefits a number of non-profit groups in the Permian Basin region of Texas. The event is set for October 11-12 at Midland International Airport in Midland, TX.

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