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Commemorative Air Force Announces 12 Planes of Christmas

With Heavy Hearts …

The Commemorative Air Force will move forward with its longstanding and popular 12 Planes of Christmas campaign for 2022. The fundraising event is enshrined in CAF tradition, and allows the organization to close out the year by calling attention to the myriad, historically significant aircraft being restored and cared for by CAF members.

NTSB Urges Immediate Inspections of Bell 407 Helicopters

Board Cites Risk of Catastrophic In-Flight Failure

The National Transportation Safety Board, on Friday, 02 December 2022, issued urgent recommendations to American and Canadian aviation regulators to require both immediate and more frequent inspections of certain components of Bell’s popular, single-engine, 407 helicopters.

Canadian Air-Crew’s Dominican Ordeal Nears Possible End

Crew Wrongfully Held for Reporting Illegal Drugs

In a public statement, Pivot Airlines CEO Eric Edmondson put forth: "Earlier today, paperwork was filed to free the five Pivot crew-members who have been detained in the Dominican Republic for 220 days after reporting suspected contraband on their aircraft. We are deeply relieved that these five Canadians will soon return home to their families and loved ones. When they return home to Canada, they will be returning as heroes." The Pivot crew’s release remains contingent upon a final sign-off from Dominican courts.

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (12.04.22)

Aero Linx: The Alaska Airmen's Association The Alaska Airmen's Association includes over 2,000 members—we are one of the largest General Aviation communities in the country. We strive to promote aviation, enhance safety and support initiatives that benefit pilots and grow the aviation community. Whether you're a veteran pilot or you've discovered a passion for aviation, the Alaska Airmen's Association is proud to welcome new members who share the wonders of flight in the Last Frontier!

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (12.04.22): Abeam

Abeam An aircraft is “abeam” a fix, point, or object when that fix, point, or object is approximately 90 degrees to the right or left of the aircraft track. Abeam indicates a general position rather than a precise point.

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (12.04.22)

“We can’t let winter weather stop aircraft from safely landing and taking off. This funding will help keep airports operating this winter and get passengers and cargo to their work, families and vacations safely." Source: Associate Administrator for Airports Shannetta Griffin, P.E., discussing the FAA's issuance of more than $76.2 million for snow-ready machinery. The grants will aid 85 airports in 28 states by providing resources for snowplows, de-icing equipment, and infrastructure to store it.