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Independent Study Validates DJI Data Security Practices

Report Finds DJI Systems Keep Customer Data Private

Dronemaker DJI has released the results of an independent report scrutinizing DJI's data practices that concludes DJI drone users have control over how their data is collected, stored and transmitted.

Inaugural JetBlue ‘Gateway Select’ Pilot Trainees Closer To ATP Certificate

Candidates Will Now Work As Flight Instructors At CAE Phoenix To Gain The Required Hours

The first class of candidates has graduated from the training portion of Gateway Select, JetBlue's pilot recruiting pathway. The first group of pilots has completed their primary classroom, technical and flight training and will now continue on a path to receiving their Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate by earning their FAA-mandated 1,500 hours of flying time as flight instructors. After instructing for two years, they will begin flying as first officers at JetBlue, as early as 2020.

Exyn Technologies, Velodyne LiDAR Create Fully Autonomous Indoor Aerial Vehicles

Collaborative Effort Proves The Business Case Of 3D LiDAR, Sending Autonomous Navigational Technologies Into Perfect Flight

Originating from the University of Pennsylvania’s GRASP Labs, Exyn Technologies has commercialized groundbreaking research to build its proprietary AI software, ExynAI technology from the ground-up. Today, Exyn Technologies provides leading AI software and A3R hardware, which together form its fully autonomous aerial robot that safely executes complex missions in high-value commercial operations.

FLIR Systems Completes Strategic Investment In DroneSense

Investment Creates Partnership To Develop Powerful UAS Solutions For FLIR’s First Responder Customers, Funds DroneSense For Growth

FLIR Systems has completed a strategic investment in DroneSense, makers of a unique software platform that serves the growing needs of public safety organizations in utilizing unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) to better perform their missions.

Gogo Realigns Leadership To Drive Operational Excellence

John Wade Appointed President, Commercial Aviation Division

Gogo has announced a series of leadership changes designed to strengthen its organizational structure and increase alignment with the Company's objectives of driving quality for airlines and passengers and sharpening our operational focus.

First H145 For Utility Missions In The U.S. Delivered To SDG&E

Aircraft's Safety And Mission Versatility To Support Construction And Maintenance Of Powerlines In Southern California

Airbus Helicopters Inc. has delivered a new Airbus H145 to San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E), a major Southern California public utility company, which has put the aircraft to use supporting its vast electric transmission and distribution network. This helicopter is the first H145 in utility service in the U.S. Other operations of the modern twin-engine helicopter include law enforcement, air medical transport, offshore oil & gas, and Private Business Aviation.

Mexico Cleared For Acquisition Of MH-60R Helicopters

DSCA Notifies Congress Of The Possible Sale Valued At $1.2 Billion

The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to Mexico of MH-60R Multi-Mission Helicopters for an estimated cost of $1.20 billion. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale on April 18, 2018.

Drukair Opts For The A320neo

Cites Performance For High-Altitude Airports

Drukair, the flag carrier of the Eastern Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan, has signed a purchase agreement for one Airbus A320neo to support its growth plans and complement its existing fleet of three A319s. The aircraft will be powered by CFM LEAP-1A26E1 engines optimized for high-altitude operations and will become the largest aircraft operating out of Drukair’s base in Paro.

Pacific Flying Club Joins Air Georgian's SOAR Program

Becomes 15th Partner In The Pilot Pathway Program

Air Georgian's SOAR program for aviation career awareness, recruitment and retention has grown with the addition of their 15th partner, Pacific Flying Club. The partnership provides a career pathway for instructors and students of Pacific Flying Club to join Air Georgian as First Officers, giving them an entry point into the Air Canada network.

Magellan Aerospace Secures Airbus A330 Wing Rib Contract

Will Supply The Component For Five Years

Magellan Aerospace ("Magellan") has secured a 5-year agreement with Airbus to supply wing ribs for the A330 aircraft. Magellan will manufacture ribs 2 through 5, the largest ribs in the skeletal structure of the aircraft wing.

Pilot Escapes From Sinking Airplane In New Jersey

Citabria Ran Off Runway At Aero-Andover Airport

A pilot flying a Citabria airplane at Aeroflex-Andover airport in Andover, NJ ran off the runway and went into a lake adjacent to the airport Monday morning.

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UPDATE: The Dirtiest of Washington Politics? -- ATC Privatization By Deception?

Stunning, Deceptive, Dirty Politics... Shuster Is At It Again, But This Time We Need To React FAST!

ANN RealTime News Update, 04.24.18, 2302 ET: Well... initial info suggests that the Shuster deception may have hit a wall... but PLEASE keep up the pressure in case this devious anti-aviation political animal has yet another trick in mind. Politico is reporting that, "A controversial provision to give the secretary of Transportation authority over the the chief operating officer of the FAA's air traffic organization has been stripped out of the FAA bill, according to a House aide and an industry lobbyist." There are some suspicions that Shuster may yet try to protect some of the measures he was trying to institute in order to

Aero-TV: AEA’s Paula Derks - Closing Out an Amazing Era…

Each year at the Aircraft Electronics Association (AEA) convention and trade show, Aero-TV is granted unprecedented access to Paula Derks, the President and CEO of the organization. This year, Derks spoke with Aero-News Network Editor-in-Chief and CEO, Jim Campbell, about the future of the avionics industry and what AEA is doing to strengthen that future.

Vice President Pence Swears In New NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine

VP, New Administrator Spoke With Astronauts Aboard ISS During The Ceremony

Jim Bridenstine officially took office as the 13th administrator of NASA Monday after he was given the oath of office by Vice President Mike Pence at the agency’s headquarters in Washington.

Senator Schumer Says FAA Maintenance Oversight Is Lax

Calls For Aggressive And Proactive Action On The Part Of The Agency

On the heels of the Southwest Airline tragedy that took the life of a passenger, the recent East River helicopter crash, and a 60 Minutes report detailing lax safety issues with Allegiant Airlines, U.S. Senator Charles Schumer has released his own report on airline safety and revealing that for years now, critical FAA oversight of aviation maintenance, intended to keep passengers, the airline industry and the skies above safe, has been seriously lacking.

Gulfstream To Expand In Savannah

Additional Service Center Will Support Growing Customer Fleet And Create 200 Jobs

Gulfstream has announced plans to build a new service center at Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport in response to its growing customer fleet's needs for maintenance and service. The service center is expected to open in the second quarter of 2019 and create about 200 jobs.

Ultra Long Range A350 XWB Completes First Flight

Singapore Airlines To Resume World’s Longest Commercial Flights

The Ultra Long Range version of the A350 XWB, MSN 216, has successfully completed its first flight. The latest variant of the best-selling A350 XWB Family will be able to fly further than any other commercial airliner and will enter service with launch operator Singapore Airlines in second half 2018.

U.S. Indoor Skydiving Designated As An NAA Air Sport Organization

Will Be Eligible For FAI Competition And Record Attempt

The National Aeronautic Association (NAA), the official air sport authority in the United States, is pleased to announce that U.S. Indoor Skydiving has been named as the designated air sport organization (ASO) for the purposes of official Federation Aeronautique Internationale competitions and record attempts in the sport of indoor skydiving. U.S. Indoor Skydiving will work with the NAA, the International Parachute Commission, and the Federation Aeronautic International to further develop and advance this exciting air sport.

Norway's Widerøe Completes First Revenue Flight Of An E190-E2

Marks Official Entry Into Service Of The New Regional Jet

Scandinavian regional carrier Widerøe has completed the first scheduled passenger flight of an Embraer E190-E2 this morning. The aircraft, registered LN-WEA and operating as flight WF622, departed Bergen Airport on time at 7:35 AM and arrived at Tromsø Airport two hours later at 9:35 AM local time. The flight was sold out.

Silver Airways Acquires Seaborne Airlines

Creates An Independent Airline Serving The Caribbean, Bahamas, Florida, And Beyond

Silver Airways has acquired Seaborne Airlines' business and assets, creating a leading independent airline to serve the Caribbean, Bahamas, Florida, and beyond.

Airborne 04.23.18: Hemisphere Suspended, Thunderbirds Fly, Apple v Drones

Also: New NASA Administrator, AD For CFM56-7B, Engine Display Upgrade On C-441, First BBJ MAX

Textron Aviation has suspended work on the Citation Hemisphere large business jet, citing ongoing problems with the Safran Silvercrest engine selected to power the new airplane. Textron CEO Scott Donnelly announced the suspension during a conference call with analysts last week. "I think everybody knows there have been some issues around the engine that was slated for that aircraft," Donnelly said. The USAF Thunderbirds demonstration team has resumed operations and practice following the fatal injury of pilot M

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (04.25.18)

“It is a great privilege for me to be here today, to be able to usher in on behalf of the President of the United States what we believe is a new chapter of renewed American leadership in space with the swearing-in of the newest Administrator of NASA, Jim Bridenstine." Source: Vice President Mike Pence, swearing in Jim Bridenstine as the 13th Administrator of NASA.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (04.25.18): Form Drag

The drag created because of the shape of a component or the aircraft.

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (04.25.18)

FAA Reauthorization Bill of 2018

The House Transportation Committee has posted a "deep dive" into the specifics of the FAA Reauthorization Bill of 2018, which will fund the agency through 2023.

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Report Finds DJI Systems Keep Customer Data Private

Candidates Will Now Work As Flight Instructors At CAE Phoenix To Gain The Required Hours

Collaborative Effort Proves The Business Case Of 3D LiDAR, Sending Autonomous Navigational Technologies Into Perfect Flight

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Investment Creates Partnership To Develop Powerful UAS Solutions For FLIR’s First Responder Customers, Funds DroneSense For Growth

John Wade Appointed President, Commercial Aviation Division

Aircraft's Safety And Mission Versatility To Support Construction And Maintenance Of Powerlines In Southern California

DSCA Notifies Congress Of The Possible Sale Valued At $1.2 Billion

Cites Performance For High-Altitude Airports

Becomes 15th Partner In The Pilot Pathway Program

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Citabria Ran Off Runway At Aero-Andover Airport

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Stunning, Deceptive, Dirty Politics... Shuster Is At It Again, But This Time We Need To React FAST!

Aero-TV: AEA’s Paula Derks - Closing Out an Amazing Era…

VP, New Administrator Spoke With Astronauts Aboard ISS During The Ceremony

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Additional Service Center Will Support Growing Customer Fleet And Create 200 Jobs

Singapore Airlines To Resume World’s Longest Commercial Flights

Will Be Eligible For FAI Competition And Record Attempt

Marks Official Entry Into Service Of The New Regional Jet

Creates An Independent Airline Serving The Caribbean, Bahamas, Florida, And Beyond

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