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August 23, 2018

AMA Drone Report 08.23.18: Yuneec Mantis Q, Amazon at NASM, Coffee Drones?

Also: Model Aviation Petition, Drones v Pigs, Danville Community College, AMA State Political Update

Yuneec has introduced the new Mantis Q -- an adventure ready drone controlled via mobile device or remote. The Mantis Q features foldable arms for optimal portability and convenience, up to 33 minutes of battery life and autonomous flight modes with top speeds over 44 mph. With the all new Voice Control feature, users can command Mantis Q just by using their voice. Voice control  allows users to take a photo or begin recording video all without having to take their hands off of the controls. The Man

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NAIR To Work With ASTM On Additive Manufacturing

Joins International Additive Manufacturing Center Of Excellence As First 'Strategic' Partner

Global standards leader ASTM International has announced that Wichita State University’s (WSU) National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) will join its Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence as its first “strategic” partner. ASTM International and four founding partners recently launched the center to support R&D that advances additive manufacturing standards, which in turn will drive commercialization of cutting-edge additive manufacturing technologies.

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'Top Gun' Sequel Filming Aboard USS Abraham Lincoln

Shooting For The Film Began May 31

The long-anticipated sequel to the Tom Cruise movie "Top Gun" is filming this week aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, according to the U.S. Navy.

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AMA Drone Report 08.16.18: Model Av Politics, MultiGP Int'l, Drone Chute

Also: Illinois Drone Rules, San Diego FD, 2018 UAS Summit & Expo, Drone Ops over DOD Facilities

The aero-political scene remains active and a bit frustrating but AMA remains an active participant in important model aviation issues. AMA tells us that, “The AMA Government Affairs team has been working persistently with lawmakers this year to ensure our hobby is protected in FAA reauthorization legislation. The Senate’s August recess gave our team a few days to adjust our strategy towards preserving Section 336 and to address some state and local concerns.” The largest profession

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Aero-News: Quote of the Day (08.23.18)

“We are excited about developing our 10th annual Single-Pilot Safety Standdown.” Source: David Ryan, chair of the NBAA Safety Committee.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Term (08.23.18): En Route Low-Altitude Charts

Aeronautical charts for en route IFR navigation below 18,000 feet MSL.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (08.23.18)

Bellanca-Champion Club

Dedicated to the Bellanca Cruisair, Cruisemaster, Viking, American Champion Citabria, Decathlon, Scout, Champion and AviaBellanca Skyrocket lines of aircraft, their furtherance, history, preservation and maintenance.

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