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Aero-TV At XPO21: Camflite Reviews Its Drone Portfolio

A Number of Platforms Offer Aggressive Versatility

Aero-News got a moment as Paul Gentile, President, went over some of what makes Camflite’s drone portfolio different from the rest, boasting domestically produced commercial and industrial drones for inspection, survey, SAR, and other professional missions. The small SUAS, the Ascent, weighs in at 15 pounds dry but carries up to 55 pounds with the freedom to reposition payload however it’s needed.

Airborne 02.21.22: Van's Pricing, CA Luxury Tax, AEA Avionics Mkt

Also: Mesa Addresses Pilot Shortage, FAA v Dreamliner, Bell Phase 2-AFWERX, Virgin Galactic Shakeup

In a notice to customers, Van's outlined the state of the company and the steps they're taking to keep the company in good health. More bad news is never a good thing to hear, but fans of Van's Aircraft have to at least give credit to the company for shooting straight. Price increases are on the way, with an RV kit price bump already in effect. The average increase across the board is in the neighborhood of 6%, but RV kits in standard and QuickBuild flavors will increase in accordance with their component price increase. The exact price bump will depend

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (03.01.22)

Aero Linx: The UK Space Agency Founded in 2010, the UK Space Agency delivers key elements of the Government’s National Space Strategy. We use our expertise to: catalyse investment, supporting projects that drive investment and generate contracts for the UK space sector deliver space capabilities and missions that meet public needs and advance our understanding of the Universe champion the power of space to inspire people and offer greener, smarter solutions for business, and to support a sustainable future

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (03.01.22): Obstruction Light

Obstruction Light A light or one of a group of lights, usually red or white, frequently mounted on a surface structure or natural terrain to warn pilots of the presence of an obstruction.

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (03.01.22)

"Mriya will definitely be reborn" Source: Following its destruction, the AN-225's operating agency, UkrOboronProm, has said it will make Russia pay for the rebuild or replacement... They estimate the restoration will be time consuming and cost somewhere in the range of $3 billion, promising that the rebirth will take place over a span of 5 years.