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March 16, 2018

Airborne 03.16.18: Military UFO Sightings, Air Race Classic, Airshow Struggles

Also: Rostec To Build TVS-2DTS, Army Acquiring More Lakotas, Camden Spaceport Draft EIS, Lost WWII Airman Returns

Are THEY out There? Really? Video captured by the crew of an F/A-18 Hornet in 2015 has been released by the U.S. Government that appears to show a UFO streaking over the Atlantic Ocean off the eastern U.S. coast. The video was released by the Stars Academy, which did not disclose how it obtained the declassified footage, but said it is available through the Freedom of Information Act process. During Women’s History Month, the Air Race Classic, the annual all-women cross-country airplan

Airborne 03.14.18: FAA Bill Update, 'Short' Mars Flts, CA Fuel Shortage?

Also: FAA Revokes AeroBearings’ Cert, Gogo Appoints Thorne, Space Festival, Daher Names Rep For India

Another contentious issue potentially blocking passage of a long-term FAA authorization bill was dropped by its sponsor. Senator John Thune (R-SD), chair of the Senate Commerce Committee, apparently withdrew a controversial provision from the Senate version of the FAA funding legislation that would have reduced the amount of training needed for pilots to become first officers for US airlines. Thune's proposal would have allowed pilots to count activities other than actual flight ho

Airborne 03.16.18: Military UFO Sightings, Air Race Classic, Airshow Struggles

Also: Rostec To Build TVS-2DTS, Army Acquiring More Lakotas, Camden Spaceport Draft EIS, Lost WWII Airman Returns

Are THEY out There? Really? Video captured by the crew of an F/A-18 Hornet in 2015 has been released by the U.S. Government that appears to show a UFO streaking over the Atlantic Ocean off the eastern U.S. coast. The video was released by the Stars Academy, which did not disclose how it obtained the declassified footage, but said it is available through the Freedom of Information Act process. During Women’s History Month, the Air Race Classic, the annual all-women cross-country airplane race, is announcing a new campaign to educate the public about the role of women in aviation by seeking past and present racers to share their stories. Meet the Racer Mondays wi

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F/A-18F Down Off Coast Of Florida

Pilot, Weapons Officer Reported To Be Fatally Injured

An F/A-18F Super Hornet crashed on final approach to Boca Chica Field, Naval Air Station, Key West, Florida at approximately 4:30 p.m. EDT, March 14.

NASA Honors Legacy Of Renowned Astrophysicist Stephen Hawking

Lightfoot: 'His Loss Is Felt Around The World'

NASA has noted the passing of visionary physicist Stephen Hawking, who died at his home in Cambridge, England, early Wednesday morning.

Jeppesen Terminal Charts Now Available Through Honeywell

Jeppesen Data Enhances GoDirect User Experience On iPad Or Front Panel Avionics For Business Aviation Operators

The integration of data services for business aviation operators continues with the introduction of Jeppesen’s global digital terminal chart data to the Honeywell GoDirect Flight Bag Pro electronic flight bag platform.

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Teal Group Estimates Value Of Space Payloads Through 2037 At Over $270 Billion

Identifies More Than 12,000 Payloads To Be Launched Through The Period

Coinciding with the Satellite 2018 Conference & Exhibition held at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. March 12-15, 2018, Teal Group space analysts have identified 12,230 satellites, probes and capsules to be built and launched to earth or deep space orbits between 2018 and 2037. They estimate the value of these space payloads at more than $272 billion.

Supervisors Approve Airplane For Madera County, CA Sheriff

Vote Was Nearly Unanimous With One Member Dissenting

The Madera County, CA Board of Supervisors has approved the acquisition of a Cessna 172 for use by the Sheriff's Office. The airplane will come at no cost to the county, being donated by the Merced County, CA Sheriff's office which used the 172 for the past 11 years.

Drone America, Kongsberg Geospatial Partner To Enhance BVLOS UAS Operations

Integrating Situational Awareness Application Into Sensor System

Drone America and Kongsberg Geospatial have announced the integration of the Kongsberg Geospatial IRIS UAS situational awareness application into the Drone America Airspace and Sensor Awareness System (DAAWS).

Pilot Training Next Lands At Sheppard AFB

Experimental Program Uses Emerging Technology To Create 'Unit-Ready Airmen'

With technology constantly advancing, the Air Force is breaking barriers with the way it trains pilots. The Pilot Training Next program is made up of 15 officers and five enlisted Airmen who have begun an experimental training program designed to use emerging technology combined with a new paradigm for pilot training intended to discover ways to create what is being termed fighter training unit-ready Airmen.

Airborne Wireless Network Arranges For Cessna Aircraft For Second Flight Test

Expanding On Work Completed About A Year Ago Using Airliners

Airborne Wireless Network is pleased to announce that on March 6, 2018 it entered into an Agreement with Torrance, California based South Bay Aviation, for two airplanes for the upcoming second flight test of the Infinitus Super Highway network.

Russia Conducts Hypersonic Missile Test

Releases Defense Ministry Video Of Kinzhal Missile Firing

The Russian Defense Ministry has released a video that it says shows the successful test of a Kinzhal hypersonic missile capable of carrying nuclear warheads.

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Interior Expands Capabilities with VTOL And Fixed Wing UAVs

New Drones Will Advance Department Mission Capability, Improve Safety, And Reduce Cost

The U.S. Department of the Interior will soon have the use of up to 50 Vertical Take Off and Landing (VTOL) fixed wing unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). The small aircraft support DOI’s land stewardship responsibilities with advancements in technologies that improve resource management and facilitate emergency response.

GE9X Engine Goes Airborne

Testing Underway Aboard 747 Flying Testbed Aircraft

The GE9XTM engine lifted off on March 13 under wing of GE Aviation's 747 flying testbed in Victorville, California, for its first flight test.

Cessna SkyCourier Completes Initial Wind Tunnel Testing

Final Design Takes Shape

Initial wind tunnel testing of the new twin-engine Cessna SkyCourier turboprop has been completed. Results from comprehensive wind tunnel tests will provide performance and aerodynamic characteristics and structural load data, further finalizing the aircraft design.

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SpiceJet, CFM Sign $12.5 Billion Engine/Services Deal

Will Purchase LEAP-1B Engines For 737 MAX Airplanes

SpiceJet and CFM International has announced a $12.5 billion agreement that finalizes the purchase of LEAP-1B engines to power a total of 155 Boeing 737 MAX airplanes, along with spare engines to support the fleet.

EAA, Sporty’s Open Doors To Aviation For More Than 50,000 Young People

Free Online Courses Available To EAA Young Eagles Following Their Flights

A milestone was reached by the EAA on March 8, as 50,000 Young Eagles have now taken the next step in their aviation journeys by enrolling in Sporty’s Learn to Fly Course after their EAA Young Eagles flights.

Leonardo Boosts International Growth With Qatar Helicopter Deal

Will Act As Prime Contractor For The 28 NH90 Helicopter Program

The Ministry of Defence of Qatar has announced a contract for the purchase of 28 NH90 medium twin-engine multirole military helicopters. The deal was announced during the DIMDEX Exhibition in Doha in the presence of the Italian Minister of Defense Roberta Pinotti and Leonardo Chief Executive Officer Alessandro Profumo.

Klyde Morris 03.16.18

Meanwhile, On A Nearby Dusty Red Planet ...

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Aero-News: Quote of the Day (03.16.18)

“Since its initiation in 2006, DOI’s UAS program is the recognized leader in safe and responsible use of UAS technology for our many land management programs.” Source: Harry Humbert, Department of the Interior Deputy Assistant Secretary for Public Safety, Resource Protection, and Emergency Services.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (03.16.18): Area Chart

Part of the low-altitude enroute chart series, this chart furnishes terminal data at a larger scale for congested areas.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (03.16.18)

P-47 Thunderbolt Pilots' Association

The Association is dedicated to preserving the memories of the men and women who flew the P-47 Thunderbolt "Jug" in World War II. Browse the site and learn what it was like to fly one of the most destructive aircraft in WWII.

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