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September 23, 2016

Airborne 09.23.16: GA Pilot Sues SFO, Drone Legalities, EAA Hall Of Fame

Also: Zenith Open Hangar Days, KSMO Nonsense, Recalled Devices, Piper M600, 800th TBM, NASAO, Commercial Space

The pilot of the last piston airplane based at San Francisco International Airport has sued the airport, claiming he is being pressured to move his Cessna 182 to a new home base. Courthouse News Service reports that Robert Reinheimer says in his suit that his flight privileges were illegally suspended by then-airport director John Martin for alleged safety violations. Those allegations were determined to be unfounded by the FAA. However, it’s reported that Reinheimer was n

Airborne 09.23.16: GA Pilot Sues SFO, Drone Legalities, EAA Hall Of Fame

Also: Zenith Open Hangar Days, KSMO Nonsense, Recalled Devices, Piper M600, 800th TBM, NASAO, Commercial Space

The pilot of the last piston airplane based at San Francisco International Airport has sued the airport, claiming he is being pressured to move his Cessna 182 to a new home base. Courthouse News Service reports that Robert Reinheimer says in his suit that his flight privileges were illegally suspended by then-airport director John Martin for alleged safety violations. Those allegations were determined to be unfounded by the FAA. However, it’s reported that Reinheimer was not notified by the airport that the charges had been dismissed by the agency, and Martin did not respond to his request to have his privileges reinstated. Legal wrangling in a drone shootdown inc

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ATSB Releases Fourth Update On Debris Found Off Madagascar

Has Not Yet Determined If The Pieces Are From MH370, Or Even A Boeing 777

Two items of fibreglass-honeycomb composite debris were recovered near Sainte Luce on the south-east coast of Madagascar, having reportedly washed ashore in February 2016. They were hand-delivered to the Australian Transport Safety Bureau on September 12, 2016, and were initially reported in the media as being burnt.

FAA Eyes New Role In Commercial Space Regulation

Would Take On Responsibility Of Keeping Satellites From Bumping Into One Another

The FAA may become the agency responsible for being the traffic cops of objects in orbit around the Earth, a role some in the agency have reportedly been eyeing for some time.

Fuel Reduction Environmental Strategies Cut Hawaiian Airlines' Emissions

Best Practices Put In Place Gate-To-Gate For Honolulu-Brisbane, Australia Flights

Hawaiian Airlines this week became the first carrier to fly between Honolulu and Brisbane, Australia using a series of gate-to-gate environmental best practices to reduce fuel burn and carbon emissions.

Study: CFOs Need Up To $178 Billion To Finance New Business Aircraft

New Report Suggests Worldwide Demand For 5,400 Business Aircraft Through 2025

New analysis from Global Jet Capital, a global provider of financing solutions for private aircraft, suggests that between now and 2025, companies around the world could take delivery of as many as 5,400 business jets, and up to $178 billion to fund them.

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Daher Rolls Out 800th TBM Aircraft

Milestone Airplane Is A TBM 930

Daher has announced the completion of its 800th TBM very fast turboprop business aircraft, which has rolled out from the company’s final assembly line at France’s Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrenees Airport.

Second And Third Class Medical Exams To Be Available At Sebring Sport Expo

Show Planned For January, 2017 In Central Florida

Sebring’s Airport U.S. Sport Aviation Expo will offer a special benefit to pilots this January 25-28. At the show, a designated medical examiner will be on hand to conduct 2nd and 3rd Class Medical Exams.

NASA iTech Fosters Technology Needed For Journey To Mars

Issues Call For White Papers That Address Challenges In Five Key Areas

NASA is seeking innovative technology for the agency’s future exploration missions in the solar system and beyond, including the Journey to Mars, from other U.S. government agencies, academia, the aerospace industry and the public through the new iTech initiative.

Mexico Grants Type Validation For Piper M600

Will Allow For Sales And Deliveries Of The Airplane In 2017

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation of Mexico (DGAC) has granted type validation for the Piper M600, marking the first approval of the airplane in the Central and South American region.

AirAsia Takes Delivery Of CFM LEAP-1A-Powered A320neo

Airline Has More Than 800 Engines On Order

AirAsia has become the first Southeast Asian airline to take delivery of the CFM International LEAP-1A-powered A320neo aircraft. The official aircraft welcoming ceremony (registration number 9M-NEO) was held earlier today near Kuala Lumpur International Airport.

Bell 407GXP Deliveries In South Africa Reach Four

National Airways Corp. Is Latest To Receive A New Aircraft

Bell Helicopter has announced the delivery of the fourth corporate Bell 407GXP into South Africa.

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First ATR 72-600 High Capacity Delivered To Cebu Pacific

Increases Its Regional Turboprop Capacity With A New 78-Seat Cabin Configuration

The largest airline in the Philippines is the recipient of the first ATR 72-600 High Capacity to be delivered by the planemaker. Configured with 78 seats, this new variant of the ATR 72 delivered to Cebu Pacific Air has ten additional seats compared to the standard configuration of the aircraft (68). It therefore combines reduced seat mile costs for airlines and world class comfort for passengers.

Venice, FL City Council To Consider Tandem Skydiving Proposal

FAA Has Approved The Activity At Venice Municipal Airport

The City Council in Venice, FL will consider a proposal September 27 to allow tandem skydiving at Venice Municipal Airport (KVNC).

Aero-TV: Pure Aerial Precision - The Snowbirds at AirVenture 2016

The Canadian Forces Snowbirds Can Best Be Described As ‘Elegant’…

EAA AirVenture 2016 was a great show and, in no small part, it was because of the participation of the 431 Air Demonstration Squadron from Canada - better known as the Canadian Forces Snowbirds. Their appearance at AirVenture was a special treat, and that’s what this video is all about.

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Aero-TV: Pure Aerial Precision - The Snowbirds at AirVenture 2016

The Canadian Forces Snowbirds Can Best Be Described As ‘Elegant’…

EAA AirVenture 2016 was a great show and, in no small part, it was because of the participation of the 431 Air Demonstration Squadron from Canada - better known as the Canadian Forces Snowbirds. Their appearance at AirVenture was a special treat, and that’s what this video is all about. There’s something about their performances that seems to stand out as being more than a presentation of military prowess; it also seems to be a demonstration of elegance.

Atlantic Aviation Seeks Cease And Desist Order Against Santa Monica

Hopes To Stop Eviction While Part 16 Complaint Is Considered By The FAA

Atlantic Aviation has filed a cease and desist motion from the FAA to stop its eviction from Santa Monica airport (KSMO).

IAM Supports Alaska Airlines, Virgin America Merger

Letter Sent To DOJ Urging Federal Approval Of The Deal

The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) has announced its support of the proposed Alaska Airlines-Virgin America merger. The IAM initially withheld its support of the deal until it received assurances that both IAM, and future IAM members, would not be adversely affected by the Alaska-Virgin tie-up. The IAM has now sent a letter to the Department of Justice (DOJ) expressing its support and urging the federal agency’s approval of the merger.

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easyJet Pilots Vote To Authorize Strike

But Say They Will Consider New Company Offer

Pilots flying for easyJet have voted to walk off the job if it is necessary, but have said they are open to a hearing a new offer from the carrier.

Kentucky Drone Shootdown Case May Set National Precedent

Jurisdiction To Be Determined Next Week

After a year of legal arguments, a judge is expected to determine which court should hear the case involving a drone that was shot down in Kentucky, and the decision could have national implications.

AeroSports Update: Belite’s New Turn Coordinator

Belite Electronics’ New Turn Coordinator Requires No Electric Or Vacuum Gyro System

Belite Electronics has been at the forefront of developing extremely lightweight instruments for experimental and ultralight aircraft. Their newest entry into this field is from their line of Radiant instruments.

Zenith Open Hangar Days Happening This Week

Annual Event Opens Factory To Aviation Community

The annual Zenith Open Hangar Days will get underway Friday and continue through Saturday in Mexico, MO. The event presents the opportunity for visitors to tour the Zenith Aircraft factory, meet the Zenith staff, and to socialize with fellow pilots, builders, and aviation enthusiasts.

Klyde Morris 09.23.16

With Apologies To Jerry Lee Lewis ... "You Shake The Ground And Rattle Window Panes" ... In Orlando No Less

FMI: www.klydemorris.com

Airborne 09.22.16: NATA v Santa Monica, Xodiac And XaeroB, Sikorsky Early?

Also: Solo Circumnavigation, Redbird Migration, Hartzell Propeller, WACO Air Museum, Corporate Angel, Legion Pod, Delta Compensation

Last week two fixed base operations located on Santa Monica Airport in California were given 30 day notices of eviction. The city is taking over the operations in its continuing efforts to close the airport, or at least put it out of business. One of the FBOs, Atlantic Aviation, filed a complaint with the FAA. In a letter to the FAA, National Air Transportation Association President, Martin Hiller, called upon the agency to act immediately on the complaint

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Aero-News: Quote of the Day (09.23.16)

"Permitting the City to evict Complainant while the Complainant's claims are pending before the FAA would irreparably harm Complainant, all aviation users of the airport, and would undermine the FAA's exclusive authority to ensure safe and efficient use of national airspace." Source: Excerpt from a motion filed by Atlantic Aviation with the FAA.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (09.23.16): Radar Surveillance

The radar observation of a given geographical area for the purpose of performing some radar function.

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (09.23.16)

Cessna 170 Association

The International Cessna 170 Association (TIC170A) was formed in 1969. Its members organize many fly-ins around the country.

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