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Airborne 01.19.18: Airbus A380 Reprieve, FAA Sued, FAA Defends Drop Zone

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You can hear the sigh of relief from across the Atlantic... After several months of questions about the viability of the A380 program, and whether Airbus would continue to manufacture the Super Jumbo airliners, new life has been breathed into the program with an order from Emirates. Analysts have been saying since an agreement between Emirates and Airbus hit a snag last year at the Dubai Airshow that the deal was "make or break" for the A380. Now, the carrier has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (M

Klyde Morris 01.19.18

Has She Had Any Meetings With Any Russians, Klyde?

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Airborne 01.17.18: Trans States $$$, Lost Pilot, Scout Aero Heli

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Trans States Airlines has announced a $44,000 signing bonus for new hire First Officers. The new bonus includes an additional $6,000 bonus for pilots with a type rating. Total first year compensation for new hire First Officers will now approach $86,000. Pilots with airline experience who are hired as Captain Qualified First Officers (CQFOs) can fly as a First Officer or a Captain, and can expect a minimum year one compensation package of up to $90,000, with the opportunity to earn even more when flying

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (01.19.18)

“This new order underscores Airbus’ commitment to produce the A380 at least for another ten years. I’m personally convinced more orders will follow Emirates’ example and that this great aircraft will be built well into the 2030s.” Source: John Leahy, Chief Operating Officer Customers, Airbus Commercial Aircraft.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (01.19.18): Wind Direction Indicators

Indicators that include a wind sock, wind tee, or tetrahedron. Visual reference will determine wind direction and runway in use.

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (01.19.18)

The Aviation Instrument Association The Aviation Instrument Association is an association of aviation professionals made up of FAA and JAA certificated aircraft instrument repair facilities as well as associate members in related aviation fields throughout the world.