Aero Linx: CANSO
CANSO is the global voice of the companies that provide air traffic control, and represents the interests of Air Navigation Service Providers worldwide. CANSO Members are responsible for supporting 85% of world air traffic, and through our Workgroups, Members share information and develop new policies, with the ultimate aim of improving navigation in the air and on the ground. CANSO also represents its members’ views in major regulatory and industry forums, including at ICAO, where we have official Observer status.
Datum
An aircraft datum line is an imaginary vertical plane or line from which all horizontal measurements of arm are taken, generally for balance purposes. Once the datum has been selected, all moment arms and the location of CG range are measured from this point and the weight and balance may be calculated.
"The B-1 has never seen this many upgrades in one block. These upgrades will give us an entirely new aircraft; this is a game changer."
Source: Maj. Thomas Bryant, the 337th Test and Evaluation Squadron assistant director of operations, discussing the B-1B Lancers that are currently undergoing the most advanced hardware and software upgrades to date as part of the Sustainment-Block 16 program.
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