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All News

November 29, 2023

Airborne 11.20.23: CERTIFIED RV10!, Schweizer Refreshes 300cbi, Starship 2

Also: USCG Rescues 2 People-Dog, Coulson Fire, Flexjet AMT Training, Chaparral C1

Flyer Indústria Aeronáutica's locally assembled RV-10 LSA received approval from Brazil's ANAC, making it the first such multi-passenger sportplane in the world. Flyer Indústria Aeronáutica's RV-10 iteration cuts a familiar figure to those leaving the line back home. Line aircraft feature a Lycoming IO-540 with 260 horsepower good for a 211 mph top speed and 20,000-foot ceiling. Brazilian RV-10s will be factory-finished and ready to go, requiring nothing of prospective owners other than a checkbook and a license. Schweizer Helicopters are alive and ki

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Airborne 11.21.23: D-Day Squadron Returns!, EAA Hall of Fame, Republic Hire$

Also: Canadian Airport Bucks, Mojave UAV, Drone Express, RTX 1-Megawatt Motor

The Commemorative Air Force has announced a redux of its popular 2019 tour for 2024, which will bring the Douglas C-47 and DC-3 around the country to make the 75th anniversary of the Berlin Airlift. The logistical troubles that accompany a wagon train of vintage air-cooled, radial engined multis will likely result in a small number of varied aircraft throughout the actual tour, but they’ll be on-brand for the D-Day Squadron. This year's new batch of EAA pioneers has been added to the Halls of Fame, with a handful representing each category served by the EAA

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Airborne 11.21.23: D-Day Squadron Returns!, EAA Hall of Fame, Republic Hire$

Also: Canadian Airport Bucks, Mojave UAV, Drone Express, RTX 1-Megawatt Motor

The Commemorative Air Force has announced a redux of its popular 2019 tour for 2024, which will bring the Douglas C-47 and DC-3 around the country to make the 75th anniversary of the Berlin Airlift. The logistical troubles that accompany a wagon train of vintage air-cooled, radial engined multis will likely result in a small number of varied aircraft throughout the actual tour, but they’ll be on-brand for the D-Day Squadron. This year's new batch of EAA pioneers has been added to the Halls of Fame, with a handful representing each category served by the EAA

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Airborne 11.20.23: CERTIFIED RV10!, Schweizer Refreshes 300cbi, Starship 2

Also: USCG Rescues 2 People-Dog, Coulson Fire, Flexjet AMT Training, Chaparral C1

Flyer Indústria Aeronáutica's locally assembled RV-10 LSA received approval from Brazil's ANAC, making it the first such multi-passenger sportplane in the world. Flyer Indústria Aeronáutica's RV-10 iteration cuts a familiar figure to those leaving the line back home. Line aircraft feature a Lycoming IO-540 with 260 horsepower good for a 211 mph top speed and 20,000-foot ceiling. Brazilian RV-10s will be factory-finished and ready to go, requiring nothing of prospective owners other than a checkbook and a license. Schweizer Helicopters are alive and ki

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NTSB Prelim: Xtremeair GMBH XA42

Once In The Spin, The Rotation Stopped, Then The Airplane Entered A Secondary Spin And Descended To Ground Contact

On November 15, 2023, about 1040 central standard time, an Xtremeair GMBH XA42, N42XM, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Union City, Tennessee. The private pilot receiving instruction and a flight instructor were fatally injured. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 instructional flight. The airplane was recently purchased by the private pilot and two other pilots. The flight instructor was providing instruction to all three owners for familiarization and to meet insurance requirements. The goal was to meet the insurance requirements and increase each pilot’

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (11.29.23)

Aero Linx: Nigerian College of Aviation Technology Vision: To maintain the prestigious position of the foremost aviation training institution in Africa and be amongst the best in the world. Mission: To consistently provide the aviation industry with professionals and other personnel through training and related services for safe transportation in accordance with international standards.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Term (11.29.23):

Charted VFR Flyways Charted VFR Flyways are flight paths recommended for use to bypass areas heavily traversed by large turbine-powered aircraft. Pilot compliance with recommended flyways and associated altitudes is strictly voluntary. VFR Flyway Planning charts are published on the back of existing VFR Terminal Area charts.

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Aero-News: Quote of the Day (11.29.23)

“Selena will be remembered for her unwavering commitment in her role as a tireless, passionate, resourceful and effective coalition builder and aviation advocate, whose generosity enriched the lives of those of us fortunate enough to know her, At this difficult time, our thoughts and prayers are with her beloved daughter, Amaya, her parents, Shafi and Karen, and her brother, Justin.”   Source: NBAA Boss, Ed Bolen, in comments made after the Alliance for Aviation Across America regretfully announced the passing of their long-serving executive director Selena Shilad.

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