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May 05, 2015

Airborne 05.05.15: UAV Vandalism, Ryanair Ripped Off, B-1 Upgrades

Also: United CEO Pay Raise, Aero-Calendar, Space Video Game, Frequent Flier Letdowns, Billion Dollar Cargo Suit, Honeywell/737MAX

Indiscriminate use of small UAVs has posed a problem, but now we have a case of a UAV being intentionally used to commit vandalism. A graffitti lawbreaker has attached a spray-paint can to a DJI Phantom UAV to vandalize a huge billboard in New York City ... thought to be the first time an unmanned aircraft has been used for such a public display of vandalism. Running an airline can be challenging, but now Ryanair confirms an attack on their bank account. It’s reported that a Chinese bank found a way to remove nearly $5 million from an account Ryanair uses to buy fuel for its aircraft. The Boeing B-1B Lancer celebrates it

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Espresso Coffee Conquers Space

Astronauts Can Now Be Properly Caffeinated During Their Stay On ISS

ISSpresso, the first capsule espresso coffee machine for use in space is now officially in operation on the International Space Station.

During EAA AirVenture 2014, ANN News Editor, Tom Patton, stopped by the Legend Aircraft Company to talk about their line of Cub-similar aircraft. He was fortunate to link up with Darren Hart, who is the owner of the company.

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NASA Seeks Industry Comment On Kennedy Space Center Land Use

Advance Notice Provided Of Upcoming Opportunities For Launch Service Companies

NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida is seeking industry comments on a draft announcement for proposals (AFP) for potential future land use at the multi-user spaceport. Kennedy’s transformation to a multi-user spaceport is based on effectively utilizing land assets identified in the center’s 20-year Master Plan.