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October 07, 2016

FAA, AMA: Do Not Fly Near Hurricane Response Efforts

Clear Skies Needed For Recovery Efforts In Coastal States

Hurricane Matthew is continuing to grind up the Florida coast, heading for Georgia, South and North Carolina. We know it will be very tempting to get aerial video of the damage caused by hurricane Matthew after the storm has passed. But the FAA and AMA are urging all drone and model aircraft hobbyists to stay clear of Hurricane Matthew recovery efforts in areas affected by the storm.

Brooke Owens Fellowship Program Now Accepting Applications

Honors The Memory Of Space Industry Pioneer And Pilot

The Brooke Owens Fellowship Program is now accepting applications for its highly-competitive internship and mentorship program.

Class Action Lawsuit In Canadian Accident Set To Proceed

Twenty-Five People Were Injured When Air Canada Flight 624 Landed Short Of The Runway

Attorneys representing passengers who were aboard Air Canada flight 624 which landed short of the runway at Halifax Stanfield International Airport last March are set to go to trial in a class action suit against the airline and other parties.

Bristow Group Appoints William 'Bill' Collins To SVP Global Operations

Will Oversee All Helicopter And Fixed-Wing Aircraft Operations

William "Bill" Collins has been appointed by Bristow Group to the position of senior vice president global operations. In that role, Collins will be responsible for overseeing safe and reliable helicopter and airplane operations across Bristow's business. In his new role, Collins will focus on improving operational safety, reliability and efficiency for clients, reporting directly to Bristow Group President and Chief Executive Officer Jonathan Baliff.

AerCap Confirms Placement Of Five E2 Aircraft With Borajet Airlines

Launch Lessor Customer Of E-Jets Second Generation Of Commercial Aircraft

AerCap Holdings has confirmed placement of three Embraer E190-E2s and two E195-E2s to Turkish carrier, Borajet Airlines. The aircraft, on long term lease from AerCap’s order book with Embraer, will begin delivering to Borajet Airlines in 2018. The announcement was made at the Istanbul Airshow.

Public Invited To Goddard To Celebrate Annual International Moon Event

Taking Part In Worldwide Event Saturday Night

NASA's Goddard Visitor Center in Greenbelt, MD is hosting "International Observe the Moon Night" on Saturday, Oct. 8 at 6:00 p.m. EDT ... and the public is invited.

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Ventura County, CA Students Get New TECH Center Experience

Facility Opened September 27th At Ventura County Career Education Center

Ventura County students have a new tool to spark and develop their interest in science, technology, engineering and mathematics: the Test and Evaluation Collaboration Hub, or TECH Center, at the Ventura County Career Education Center in Camarillo, CA.

Redbird Flight Announces Simulator Financing Program

Powered By Bank Of The Ozarks, Special Financing Available For Flight Training Devices

Redbird Flight, in partnership with Bank of the Ozarks Business Aviation Group, have announced the formation of Redbird Finance, a new program providing finance options for Redbird flight training systems and services. Through Redbird Finance, Powered by Bank of the Ozarks, customers are offered equipment financing to further enhance the value they bring to their flight training customers.

Viva Aerobus Receives Its First A320neo

Low-Cost Carrier Becomes Latest Operator Of The Aircraft In Latin America

Low-cost carrier Viva Aerobus has taken delivery of its first A320neo, becoming the latest operator of the re-engined aircraft in Latin America. Viva Aerobus became an Airbus customer in 2013 when it placed the biggest order for Airbus in Mexican history for 52 A320 Family aircraft, including 40 A320neo.

Global Military Aerostat Market Worth $4 Billion In 2016

Potential Security Contracts Are 'Enormous', Analyst Says

The market for global military aerostat aircraft will climb to more than $4 billion this year, according to a new report from ASDReports, which indicates that the potential security contracts at stake are enormous and offer great opportunities for companies active in this field.

L-3 Introduces MX-8 Electro-Optical/Infrared Imaging System

Designed For Lightweight Tactical Airborne Applications

The WESCAM division of L-3 Communications has launched its smallest and lightest electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) airborne imaging system, the MX-8.

Harris Corporation Debuts State-Of-The-Art Global Innovation

High-Tech Center Serves As Hub To Spark Innovative New Technologies

Harris Corporation on Tuesday unveiled the Harris Global Innovation Center – a state-of-the-art, interactive technology showcase.

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NASA's Kevin McGhaw Selected For White House Leadership Program

Year-Long Program Designed To Help Government's 'High Performers' Grow In Their Careers

Kevin McGhaw, deputy director of the Office of Strategic Analysis and Communications at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama, has been selected to participate in the White House Leadership Development Program Fellowship.

Aero-TV: Maintaining Your Flying Skills - AirVenture 2016's Pilot Proficiency Center

EAA’s Pilot Proficiency Center Is Designed to Encourage Proficiency and Provide Actual Training…

While at EAA AirVenture 2016, ANN News Editor, Tom Patton, stopped by the Pilot Proficiency Center in its new location at what was known as the, EAA Four Corners. This new central location brings to light EAA’s position that pilot proficiency is key to aviation safety.

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Aero-TV: Maintaining Your Flying Skills - EAA 2016's Pilot Proficiency Center

EAA’s Pilot Proficiency Center Is Designed to Encourage Proficiency and Provide Actual Training…

While at EAA AirVenture 2016, ANN News Editor, Tom Patton, stopped by the Pilot Proficiency Center in its new location at what was known as the, EAA Four Corners. This new central location brings to light EAA’s position that pilot proficiency is key to aviation safety. Tom met up with Chuck Gensler, who is the Operations Manager for EAA’s Pilot Proficiency Center. Gensler pointed out that the purpose of the Pilot Proficiency Center was not only to promote the concept that proficiency is key to safety, but als

FAA Certifies Latest Aspen ADS-B Software Upgrade Now Certified

Adds Textual METARS Information Capability On MFD

The FAA has certified the latest ADS-B software upgrade from Aspen Avionics to include several additional ADS-B display features on its Evolution 500/1000 multi-function display (MFD). The latest software upgrade includes textual METARS information to be displayed on the MFD which provides an intuitive display of subscription-free weather data in an easy-to-read format.

e-Go Airplane Company Offered For Sale

U.K. Aircraft Company Unable To Raise Funds For Production

In another testament as to how difficult it is to make it in the light aircraft business, e-Go, a U.K. company that developed a single-place "unregulated" aircraft, has announced it is closing and is up for sale.

Trusted Ariane 5 Lays Foundations For Ariane 6

Has Completed 75 Nominal Launches In A Row

With 75 successful launches in a row, Ariane 5 now matches the reliability of Ariane 4 – while an experiment is helping the development of Ariane 6.

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A4A Hosts 2016 Commercial Aviation Summit

One-Day Event Focused On Safety, Economic Trends, Legislation

Airlines for America recently hosted the fourth annual Commercial Aviation Summit in Washington, DC. The program celebrated all things commercial aviation, highlighting advancements in the industry, economic trends and legislation vital to continuing the airline industry’s tradition of safety and efficiency. Panelists included industry experts, economic analysts and airline executives, including CEOs from five major U.S. carriers.

AeroSports Update: So You Want To Get Back In The Game!

If You’ve Been Grounded For A Few Years Or A Few Decades And Need To Scratch The Itch To Get Back In The Air, It’s Not Hard To Do

Life sometimes gets in the way. If you’re one of those that have a pilot license but haven’t used it for years, the regulations actually make it pretty easy to get started again. Your pilot license never expires and there are lots of new options out there for using it.

Remains Of Fighter Pilot Hero Return Home After 10 Years

Maj. Troy Gilbert Killed In Combat In Iraq

This week, nearly 10 years after he was killed in combat operations in Iraq, U.S. forces brought home the remains of F-16 pilot Maj. Troy Gilbert, who died saving the lives of U.S. service members and coalition allies.

Klyde Morris 10.07.16

Nobody Expects The Spanish Inquisition, Klyde

FMI: www.klydemorris.com

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (10.07.16)

“You have to understand that the TSA is integral to the effective and efficient operation of the system. It needs to transform.” Source: TSA Administrator Peter Neffenger, speaking at a recent A4A Summit in Washington, D.C.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (10.07.16): Resume Own Navigation

Used by ATC to advise a pilot to resume his/her own navigational responsibility.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (10.07.16)

Shooting Down Drones Isn’t Funny or Brave

In an editorial piece appearing in Slate, author Faine Greenwood says that taking shots at a UAV in the air is actually "dangerous and stupid."

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