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August 22, 2019

AMA Drone Report 08.22.19: AMA Reg Update, FAA Stakeholder Input, SkyPixel-DJI

Also: AIR PIX Selfie Drone, Another NIMBY City, Drone Food Delivery, 'Monumental' Drone LIDAR Map

While the Federal regulatory scene is getting a LOT of attention from AMA theses days, they remind us that they haven’t state and local regulatory issues go ignored. Many of the state legislative sessions have come to an end for the current cycle. This year, we continued to see many UAS-related proposals. However, as legislators begin to have a better understanding about the importance of our long-standing hobby, most of these bills were not overly concerning. Depending on the proposed restrictions or

AMA Drone Report 08.22.19: AMA Reg Update, FAA Stakeholder Input, SkyPixel-DJI

Also: AIR PIX Selfie Drone, Another NIMBY City, Drone Food Delivery, 'Monumental' Drone LIDAR Map

While the Federal regulatory scene is getting a LOT of attention from AMA theses days, they remind us that they haven’t state and local regulatory issues go ignored. Many of the state legislative sessions have come to an end for the current cycle. This year, we continued to see many UAS-related proposals. However, as legislators begin to have a better understanding about the importance of our long-standing hobby, most of these bills were not overly concerning. Depending on the proposed restrictions or requirements, the AMA Government Affairs team has determined a level of engagement... The FAA has issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking to work with stakeholders on the

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EHang Recognized By CAST For Safety Milestone

Awarded One Of The World's First Certificate Of Unmanned Aircraft System Safety For AAVs

Autonomous aerial vehicle (AAV) technology platform company EHang says it has become one of the world's first company to achieve certificate of unmanned aircraft system (UAS) safety level II for AAVs through tests of the UAS fence. The certificate was issued by the China Academy of Civil Aviation Science and Technology (CAST) and was internationally recognized among member organizations of the China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment (CNAS).

BA Draws Closer To Powering Future Flights With Sustainable Jet Fuel

Submits Plans For Europe's First Household And Commercial Solid Waste To Sustainable Fuels Plant

British Airways is one step closer to powering its future fleet with sustainable jet fuel made from rubbish as plans have been submitted to develop Europe’s first household and commercial solid waste to sustainable fuels plant.

ULA Set To Launch GPS III Satellite For USAF

Satellite Is Part Of Navigation System Modernization Effort

A United Launch Alliance (ULA) Delta IV rocket is in final preparations to launch the second Global Positioning System III (GPS III) satellite, nicknamed Magellan, for the U.S. Air Force Space and Missile Systems Center. The launch is planned for Thursday at Space Launch Complex-37 from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station.

NASA Mission Selects Final Four Site Candidates For Asteroid Sample Return

Entire Asteroid Has Been Mapped Over the Past Eight Months

After months grappling with the rugged reality of asteroid Bennu’s surface, the team leading NASA’s first asteroid sample return mission has selected four potential sites for the Origins, Spectral Interpretation, Resource Identification, Security-Regolith Explorer (OSIRIS-REx) spacecraft to “tag” its cosmic dance partner.

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Impossible Aerospace Claims Electric Aviation First

Electric US-1 UAV Crosses Black Rock Desert On A Single Battery Charge

An Impossible Aerospace US-1 "flying battery" quadcopter has become the first aircraft of its kind to cross the northern Nevada desert without recharging, according to the company. The aircraft completed multiple 72-minute flights across the playa on August 6, 2019.

Cobham To Supply Aircraft Radios For U.K. Emergency Services Network

Part Of The Emergency Services Mobile Communications Program (ESMCP)

Cobham has been selected by the U.K. Home Office to provide the full Emergency Services Network Aircraft Communications System (ESN ACS) as part of the Emergency Services Mobile Communications Program (ESMCP), in a contract worth £64 million ($77.65 million).

AeroVironment Receives $45 Million U.S. Army Raven B UAS Contract

Award Funded By U.S. Government Fiscal Year 2019 Appropriations

The U.S. Army has awarded a firm fixed-price contract award on July 25, 2019 valued at $45,190,881 to AeroVironment for RQ-11B Raven small unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and initial spares packages. AeroVironment received the contract award from the United States Army for its Security Force Assistance Brigades (SFAB). Delivery is anticipated by January 2020.

Russia Conducts Test Flight Of New Reconnaissance Drone

HALE Aircraft Could Eventually Be Armed, Analysts Say

The Russian Ministry of Defense has released video of the first flight of its new Altius-U HALE drone, which has been plagued with setbacks and cost overruns.

Garmin To Certify GFC 600H Flight Control System On The Bell 505

FAA Expected To Grant Certification Next Year

Garmin anticipates that the FAA will certify the GFC 600H flight control system for the Bell 505 Jet Ranger X helicopter. The attitude-based (AHRS-derived) flight control system boasts a number of helicopter-tailored features, including attitude hold, Garmin Helicopter Electronic Stability and Protection (H-ESP), dedicated return-to-level (LVL) mode, hover assist, as well as overspeed and low speed protection. Certification of the GFC 600H for the Bell 505 is expected to be complete in the first-half of 2020 and available at that time through select Garmin dealers as a retrofit installation.

Bombardier Names Jeff Cole As Business Jet Sales Director For The Northeast U.S.

Industry Veteran Brings More Than 25 Years Of Leadership And Experience In Business Aviation Sales

Bombardier has announced the appointment of Jeff Cole as Sales Director, Northeast U.S. With his vast experience and insight, Jeff looks to drive sales of Bombardier’s class-leading portfolio of business jets.

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Another City Passes Drone Restrictions

Legislation Targeted At Recreational Flyers

The city of Prairie Village in eastern Kansas has given initial approval to an ordinance prohibiting the use of drones over private property without the property owner's consent and imposing other restrictions.

Banyan Air Service To Host Open House To Celebrate 40th Anniversary

Event Planned For September 14 In Fort Lauderdale, FL

On September 14, 2019 from 10 am – 3 pm, Banyan Air Service based at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport will host a customer appreciation open house.

AMA Drone Report 08.15.19: Amazon Petition, Mavic-Mini?, Eek! Drone Flamethrower

Also: Drone Shooter, DJI Pocket, DroneResponders, Passenger Drone Test

Amazon has petitioned the FAA for a waiver from several current rules governing Unmanned Aerial Vehicles to allow the company to begin delivery services with its MK27 drone. Waivers requested by Amazon would, among other things, allow the aircraft to operate without a certificate of airworthiness and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS). They further request that the aircraft be exempted from rules governing altitude, VFR fuel requirements and maintenance documentation. The rumor mill is ripe with the possibility that DJI may soon be

Boeing 737 MAX Panel Expected To Recommend Changes In Certification Procedures

Report From The JATR Expected As Early As Next Week

The international panel formed following two fatal accidents involving the Boeing 737 MAX is expected to release its final report as early as next week, and a person familiar with the workings of the Joint Authorities Technical Review (JATR) say it is likely to include a recommendation to the FAA that it make major changes in the way it certifies aircraft.

Aviation Coalition Urges FAA To Use Caution When Licensing Space Operations

Joint Letter Sent To Newly-Minted FAA Administrator Stephen Dickson

A group of aviation stakeholders has sent a letter to newly-confirmed FAA Administrator Stephen Dickson concerning the FAA's NPRM covering commercial space licensing.

FAA Warns Of Potential Damage To AOA Sensors

Information For Operators (InFO) Document Says Sensors Can Be Damaged During Normal Operations

The FAA last week issued an InFO (Information For Operators) warning of the potential for AOA sensors to be damaged during the course of normal operations and subsequently malfunction.

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Airlines For America Projects Record Passenger Load Over Labor Day

Airlines Expect 17.5 Million Passengers During The Holiday Travel Period

Airlines for America (A4A) expects a record 17.5 million passengers to travel on U.S. airlines worldwide during the week-long Labor Day travel period, which extends from Aug. 28 through Sept. 3. That represents a 4 percent increase from the 16.9 million passengers estimated to have flown during the same holiday period last year.

FAI World Aerobatic Championships 2019 Takes Flight In France

Eighteen Teams From Around The World Competing Over The Next 10 Days

Start your engines! The 30th edition of the thrilling FAI World Aerobatic Championships are underway following an Opening Ceremony Wednesday night in France.

AATI Completes UAS Research Flights With Defense Logistics Agency

Successfully Tested The Concept Of Utilizing UAS For Delivering Emergency Supplies To First Responders After Disasters

American Aerospace Technologies, Inc. (AATI), alongside subsidiary company – Sky Scape Industries (SSI) successfully tested the concept of utilizing unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) for delivering emergency supplies to first responders after disasters on behalf of the Defense Logistics Agency.

U.S. Military Drone Shot Down Over Yemen

Incident Involving An MQ-9 Confirmed By U.S. Officials

Houthi rebels in Yemen have claimed responsibility for the downing of a U.S. military MQ-9 drone southeast of the Houthi-controlled capital Sanaa.

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (08.22.19)

"The FAA should ensure that the safety requirements for commercial space certification and operations, particularly those addressing the risks to other aviation users, are commensurate with the expectations of the flying public."Source: Excerpt from a letter sent by several aviation stakeholders to FAA Administrator Stephen Dickson concerning an NPRM covering commercial space licensing.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (08.22.19): Center Of Gravity Limits

The distance between the forward and aft CG limits indicated on pertinent airplane specifications.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (08.22.19)

Pilot who teaches at-risk youth how to fly surprised with a $10k donation Good Morning America produced this report last week about a major donation presented to Tuskegee Next, a program that builds on the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen teaching disadvantaged youth how to fly.

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