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January 12, 2018

Airborne 01.12.18: JetPack!!!, Bell Heli at CES, Zuma Failure

Also: Alitalia Damages Viola, Gogo AVANCE L3, United Airlines ALPA MEC, Fat Shark Drone Racing Training Kit

With one ‘FAA approved’ jetpack allegedly to its credit, JetPack Aviation unveiled a prototype of its next model on Wednesday at CES 2018 in Las Vegas ... the JB-11. The new model has six turbojet engines, and the company says it can fly about 20 miles at speeds up to 150 mph. The first model was revealed when CEO David Mayman flew around the Statue of Liberty in November, 2015. He made a similar flight in the JB10 model over the River Thames in London in 2016. Textron company Bell Helicopter unveiled its air taxi cabin design and fully integrated user experience Tuesday at CES 2018. The four-passenger cabin demonstrates Bell’s view of an on-demand

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JetPack Aviation Introduces JB11 Prototype At CES 2018

Company Says It Can Fly About 20 Miles At 130 Knots

With one FAA approved jetpack to its credit, JetPack Aviation unveiled a prototype of its next model on Wednesday at CES 2018 in Las Vegas ... the JB-11. The new model has six turbojet engines, and the company says it can fly about 20 miles at speeds up to 150 mph (about 130 knots).

Gwinnett County Police Department Aviation Unit Orders New MD 530F

Board Of Commissioners Approves Purchase Of New, Custom-Configured Aircraft

The Gwinnett County, GA Police Department has been authorized to purchase a new, custom-configured MD 530F helicopter by the county Board of Commissioners. The new MD 530F will replace one of the Department’s two helicopters that was involved in an accident earlier this year.

Insitu Demonstrates Its Ground-Based UAS Airspace Situational Awareness System

Program Sponsored By The Government Of Queensland, Australia

Insitu has announced the successful completion of a flight demonstration for its ground-based UAS airspace situational awareness system. Under a program sponsored by the Queensland Government, Insitu, along with Boeing Phantom Works International, designed, developed, and tested the airspace situational awareness system in Australia.

AEE Announces Integration With Qualcomm Flight Drone Platform

Goal Is Advanced Functionality For Consumer Drones

AEE Aviation Technology has announced it will integrate the Qualcomm Flight drone platform to bring advanced functionality to AEE's consumer drone family of products.

Fortem Technologies Announces TrueView R20

The Most Compact, Long Range, Detect-And-Avoid Solution For Safe Drone Operations, Company Says

Fortem Technologies has announced the commercial availability of TrueView R20, the most compact, high-performance detect-and-avoid radar solution in the world.

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MedEvac Foundation International Completes Developing HEMS Capacity Study

Resulting Product Offers Comprehensive Framework For Use By Developing Countries

The MedEvac Foundation International is pleased to announce the completion of the Developing HEMS Capacity study. Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) are a vital link to the healthcare systems of many countries around the world, however, these critical services do not exist, even in many of the world’s most economically developed nations and regions.

NJ Legislature Passes Tax Breaks For Atlantic City Airport

Makes The Area Around The Airport A Garden State Growth Zone

The New Jersey Legislature has passed a bill designating the area around Atlantic City International Airport (KACY) a Garden State Growth Zone. The bill has been sent to Governor Chris Christie for his signature.

PAX Anechoic Chamber Tests P-8A Poseidon

Will Lead To Speed To The Fleet, Safety, Efficiency And Cost Savings

Officials at the Patuxent River Naval Air Station (PAX) say its Anechoic Chamber is a viable option for rapid testing and mission readiness…“it’s a win-win. It’s about speed to the fleet, safety, efficiency and cost savings.”

Support Deal Worth $135 Million For Puma Helicopters Signed

Will Sustain 25 Jobs At Airbus Helicopters U.K.

Just months after providing vital relief in the Caribbean, a $135 million deal to provide future support to the Royal Air Force’s fleet of Puma HC Mk2 helicopters through to March 2022 has been approved.

Navy Tests New Joint-Air-To-Ground Missile On AH-1Z Helicopter

Joint Program With The Army For Precision-Guided Munitions

The Navy successfully completed its first Joint Air-to-Ground Missile (JAGM) flight test on the AH-1Z helicopter Dec.5 at Patuxent River. During the flight, aircrew aboard the AH-1Z navigated the missile through various operational modes and exercised its active seeker to search and/or acquire targets, demonstrating its compatibility with the aircraft.

SMi Announces Helicopter Technology Central And Eastern Europe 2018 Conference

Will Return To Prague For Its Third Year

SMi’s Helicopter Technology Central and Eastern Europe 2018 conference will return to Prague, Czech Republic for its third year on the 23rd and 24th May 2018.

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New Mexico Town Mulls Partial Drone Ban

Would Fall Under The City's Public Nuisance Policy

Another day, another possible drone ban. This time, it's the city of Rio Rancho in New Mexico that is looking into at least a partial ban on UAVs, citing complaints about privacy.

Horizon Air Names Gary Beck President And Chief Executive Officer

Constance Von Muehlen Tapped As Chief Operating Officer

Alaska Air Group today announced that Gary Beck will be Horizon Air's new president and CEO, and Constance von Muehlen will be its COO.

Newport Beach Reaches Tentative Agreement With FAA Over Flight Paths

Aircraft Departing John Wayne Airport Will Stay Closer To Newport Bay

The city of Newport Beach, CA has reached a tentative settlement with the FAA in its lawsuit challenging departure corridors from John Wayne Airport, the city said Tuesday night.

New York State Launches State Police UAV System Program

Will Be Used To Enhance Public Safety, Assist In Natural Disaster Response

New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo has announced the launch of the new State Police Unmanned Aerial System program, which will be used to support law enforcement missions, including disaster response and traffic safety. The first four State Police aerial drones will be put into service this month in Troop A, which serves eight counties in Western New York, Troop D, which serves seven counties in the Central New York region, Troop F, which serves five southern counties west of the Hudson River, and Troop G, which serves ten counties in the Capital Region. By April 2018, an additional 14 aerial drones will be deployed throughout the state.

Shareholder Class Action Filed Against GoPro

Says Company Misled Shareholders Concerning Viability Of Karma Drone

The law firm of Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP announces that a shareholder class action lawsuit has been filed against GoPro on behalf of purchasers of the Company's securities between November 2, 2017 and January 5, 2018, inclusive.

Discovery Aviation Launches Advanced XL-2 Aircraft

South Korean Aviation Company Among The First To Purchase

Discovery Aviation has started production of its new advanced XL-2 with a three aircraft order from a current XL-2 operator in Seoul, Korea. The business plan calls for production to ramp up in 2018 with full production capabilities to be achieved later in the year.

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JetBlue Marks The 100-Day Milestone Of Its JetBlue Hurricane Relief Program

Puerto Rico Effort Now Transitions To Its Long-Term Recovery Phase

JetBlue has announced the 100-day milestone of its 100x35JetBlue hurricane relief initiative, which launched shortly after Hurricane Maria struck Puerto Rico in September 2017. A nod to the island’s 100x35 mile dimensions, 100x35JetBlue outlined 100 days and 35 ways – and beyond – of caring for Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. JetBlue has completed or launched 34 of the 35 initiatives, and now transitions to initiative #35: developing a long-term plan for supporting Puerto Rico and fostering economic growth.

Klyde Morris 01.12.18

So Who Do YOU Believe, Klyde?

FMI: www.klydemorris.com

Airborne 01.10.18: Advanced XL-2, Huerta Steps Down, Karma Kaput

Also: Fairbanks Opposed A/C Registration, P2012 Traveller, Team Futaba, Dream Chaser Update

Discovery Aviation has started production of its new advanced XL-2 with a three (3) aircraft order from a current XL-2 operator in Seoul, Korea. The business plan calls for production to ramp up in 2018 with full production capabilities to be achieved later in the year. To date there have been 135 XL-2s’ manufactured, featuring an exceptional safety record and offering unparalleled operational costs, burning just 4.5 gph with its advanced Teledyne Continental Motors IOF-240 FADEC engine. FAA Administrator M

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (01.12.18)

"Gary earned the trust of his team and built a strong culture, implemented sound operational processes and invested wisely in technology, all to make Alaska's Flight Operations organization one of the leading in the world." Source: Brad Tilden, chairman and CEO of Alaska Air Group, on the appointment of Gary Beck as president and CEO of Horizon Air.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (01.12.18): Direct Indication

The true and instantaneous reflection of aircraft pitch-and-bank attitude by the miniature aircraft, relative to the horizon bar of the attitude indicator.

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (01.12.18)

The International Federation of Air Line Pilots' Associations The mission of IFALPA is to be the global voice of professional pilots by providing representation, services and support in order to promote the highest level of aviation safety worldwide.

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