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Discovery Wings Channel Augers In

To Be Replaced by 'Military Channel'

Well known for its aeronautically oriented program and outstanding visuals, the Discovery Wings Channel is about to be taken out of service. In its place, "The Military Channel" will emerge, replacing a favorite of the aviation community with programming that will be singly dedicated to all things military... including military aviation.

First Flight: Nanjing Light Aircraft AC500

What is reported to be the first flight of China's "AC500 Air Sedan" was conducted Tuesday. The five seat fixed wing, trike geared aircraft is expected to have a 620 mile range, a 180 mph cruise and cost a little over $430K.

Cessna's Grand Opening/Ground Breaking Ceremonies Scheduled

Grand Opening/Ground Breaking Scheduled For Wichita And Independence

Cessna Aircraft Company has announced that it will hold two major ceremonies this month in support of its expanding customer services. The first ceremony on December 9, 2004, at 2:30 p.m. will celebrate the grand opening of Cessna's Wichita Citation Service Center.

SAM (Safe Aircraft Maintenance) Announces Seminars for Serious Aircraft Owners

Safe Aircraft Maintenance of Altamonte Springs, Florida introduces an aircraft owner preventive maintenance program that provides the fact’s and dispels the myths of owner performed preventive maintenance of their aircraft.

Investigative Commission: 1980 Portugal Crash Was Sabotage

Lawmakers Say Prime Minister's Cessna Was Blown Out Of The Sky By A Bomb

The 1980 crash of a Cessna 421A in which Portugal's prime minister died was no accident.

PAMA Foundation Awards $15,000 in Scholarships

The Professional Aviation Maintenance Foundation (PAMF) is pleased to announce the following 2004 Chapter & Student Scholarship award winners...

VA TFR: 12.10.04

NOTAM: 4/3284 Issued: 12/08/2004 21:30 Effective: 12/10/2004 18:15 - 12/10/2004 20:05 State: VA Facility: ZDC - WASHINGTON (ARTCC),DC. Type: VIP Description: FORT BELVOIR, VIRGINIA, DECEMBER 10 2004 LOCAL.