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September 06, 2016

Airborne 09.06.16: Balloon Retrenchment, Streamlined Certification, A-10 Pilots Grounded

Also: Aero-Calendar, Final Phantom, Lily Mess, Drone Advisory, Long March 4C Failure, Pilot Careers, GE CF6-80A

In the wake of a tragic balloon accident that occurred near Maxwell, Texas, which took 16 lives, the Balloon Federation of America has created what they’re calling the 2016 BFA/FAA Action Plan. This extensive plan addresses new numerous aspects of balloon operation. In a press release from the BFA, they say that in the last few years the BFA has, through its Professional Ride Operator’s Division, developed a suite of Best Practices designed to establish a common operational foundation for all major ride operators. GAMA issued a statement welcoming the publication of a collaboration strategy by authorities in the world’s four leading states of design t

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Calgary HS Students Ready To Launch Their Experiments To The Edge Of Space

Will Join Canadian Scientist And University Students In Testing Technologies

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Communications System Enables Voice And Data Services To All Regions Of The Country

Boeing has delivered one of the world’s most advanced satellite communications systems to Mexico, one that opens high-speed data and voice communications to the entire country including some previously unserved areas.

Twenty One Proposals From Small Businesses And Research Institutions Chosen For Funding

NASA has selected 21 research and technology proposals from American small businesses and research institutions that will enable NASA's future missions into the solar system and beyond while benefiting America's technology-driven economy here on Earth.