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Airborne 08.18.16: New NAA Boss, Santa Monica Safe???, EASA Medical Update

Also: Military Chute Problem, Spaceport America, XPONENTIAL 2017, DeLand Tradeshow, NASA @Chicago, Speed Record, Bristow Rescues

The Board of Directors of the National Aeronautic Association has approved the nomination of Greg Principato to become the association's President and CEO. Principato has served in numerous executive positions within the aviation and aerospace industry including President and CEO of the National Association of State Aviation Officials, President and CEO of Airports Council International, and Executive Director of the National Commission to Ensure a Strong Compe

Record-Breaking Airlander 10 Makes Historic First Flight

All Objectives Accomplished As Flight Test Program Commences

Airlander 10 has successfully completed its first flight. All objectives of the planned flight were accomplished and the aircraft returned safely back to its masting site. Airlander 10 took off from the historic Cardington Airfield in Bedfordshire, England at approximately 1945 local time on Wednesday, and after a short flight it landed at 2000, before dark.

Company Says Three New Drones Offer A Unique Flying Experience

Xtreem’s Video Drones Bring HD Recording, 360° Flip Maneuvers

Xtreem has just revealed the latest additions to its popular line of remote controlled toys: the Sky Ranger Video Drone, Fly Eye Video Drone and Raptor Eye Video Drone. Perfect for ages 12 and up, the new drones feature lightweight yet durable construction and put users’ flying skills to the test, with long transmission distances and multi-directional flip maneuvers.

U.K. Helicopter Pilot Has License Pulled For Airspace Violation

Flew Above A Red Arrows Display During An Airshow

A helicopter pilot who flew his Gazelle helo into restricted airspace and over the top of a display by the Red Arrows team on May 8 has had his pilot license revoked.

Aero-TV: Dynon's SkyView HDX - The Leading Edge of EXP Avionics 2016

Ergonomics In Avionics; It’s About Time!

While at EAA AirVenture 2016, ANN CEO and Editor-In-Chief, Jim Campbell, decided to check out the new Dynon SkyView HDX. To get the answers, he talked with Ian Jordan, who is the Chief Systems Architect for Dynon Avionics. Jordan said that this is the latest version of SkyView which originally debuted in 2009. He said the screen provides for a brighter and crisper image, and he also described ergonomic changes to the operation of the system.

Airborne 08.17.16: New Mooney Boss, Airshow Ditching, Red Bull Air Races

Also: Women Balloonists, Politics At NBAA, F-16 Training, UAV Show, Legacy 450, Indonesia, Aggressor Paint

Mooney says that following the successful debut of the new M20 Acclaim and Ovation Ultras at AirVenture, and their announcement of a new partnership with Jeppesen, as well as M10 flight test milestones, the company is continuing its march back to the front with a planned transition to new company leadership. Mooney announced that Dr. Vivek Saxena has been named the new president and Chief Executive Officer of Mooney International. A press release stated that Dr. Saxena is known for