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October 12, 2018

Aero-TV: Upgrading The Future - Profiling the Stratos 716X

Stratos Jets Will Initially Be Offered Kits

Stratos Aircraft presented an update on its VLJ program and introduced the Stratos 716 model at AirVenture this summer. The Stratos 716X is an evolution of the 714 Proof of Concept (PoC) aircraft.

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Aero-TV: It's 'All Good' - A Flight Design Update

Product Development Continuing On Schedule

Speaking with Aero-News Editor in Chief Jim Campbell at AirVenture 2018, Tom Peghiny, President of Flight Design USA said that the company has been rebuilding since its acquisition by Lift Holdings, a company based in Germany. Peghiny said that the development of a four-place aircraft is on track, assisted by recent innovations in manufacturing materials, engines, avionics and the implementation of new Part 23 and CS 23 rules governing General Aviation.

Stratos Jets Will Initially Be Offered Kits

Stratos Aircraft presented an update on its VLJ program and introduced the Stratos 716 model at AirVenture this summer. The Stratos 716X is an evolution of the 714 Proof of Concept (PoC) aircraft. The all carbon fiber 716X features trailing link gear, is powered by a Pratt & Whitney JT15D-5 and is configured with dual G3X screens, GTN 750 MFD, integrated Garmin Autopilot, dual standby attitude indicators, custom switch panels, fully automated pressurization system and air conditioning.

Just Roll With It Klyde ... What Could Possibly Go Wrong?

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First of all, if you've seen the breathless AOPA "Breaking News" alerts, don't be fooled. They didn't break the news and their reports, which all but ignore EAA, are not the result of an AOPA effort, but of EAA. Again. EAA says the proposed weight limit change to 3,600 pounds for LSA’s is part of the current discussions between EAA and FAA prior to any broad MOSAIC (Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certificates) rulemaking, but discussions are still in the formative stage. “There are numerous

“While the airline industry has benefited from advances in technology and efficiency leading to quieter planes and engines, the work is never done. We’re pleased to incorporate this advancement across our Airbus fleet.” Source: Joe Bertapelle, Director Strategic Airspace Programs, JetBlue. The carrier is installing vortex generators on its Airbus airplanes to reduce the "whine" produced during landing approaches.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (10.12.18): Autopilot

An automatic flight control system which keeps an aircraft in level flight or on a set course.

The California Agricultural Aircraft Association (CAAA)

The California Agricultural Aircraft Association (CAAA) is a non-profit trade association representing the professional aerial application industry in California.