Jetpack Technology is Improving, But Nowhere As Good As These Sightings Suggest
The recent reports by two airline pilots in LAX airspace of a man flying a jetpack at 3000 feet are not technically feasible, at this point, says Jetpack Aviation's David Mayman... an experienced jetpack pilot and innovator in this technology. For the record, David is stuck in Australia (verifiably), in quarantine, so this is not an attempt to evade responsibility, as he was thousands of miles away and all his jetpacks and pilots are otherwise accounted for... and our recent discussions with David, both today and over the course of nearly two years suggest him to be a straight shooter. "The technology is just not there yet," he noted. "We can get about a solid 7 minute
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Editor's Note: Unfortunately, there is a goof at 00:45. Where Ms. Hurlock says "empty weight", we actually meant her to say "operating weight." Sorry about that, folks...
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Finally, A Chance To Get A Solid Dose Of TRUE Aviation Goodness... For An Entire Weekend!
After having to write story after story about one aviation event after another falling prey to the COVID-19 pandemic, it sure is nice to come across an event that has managed to stay alive... and doing so SAFELY. The Midwest LSA Expo is ON, and we're so excited about it, we're thinking of loading up and heading there for ourselves next weekend. Scheduled for September 10 – 12, 2020 (next week!) at the Mt. Vernon Outland Airport (KMVN) in Mt. Vernon, IL (way down at the South end of the state), the 12th Midwest LSA Expo is confirmed to be ON, as of today (and not likely to change)! The FREE event features many Light Sport Aircraft, including Part 103, ST
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The Department of the Air Force’s X-37B spaceplane, a reusable, multi-purpose, system that operates without an onboard crew, won the prestigious Robert J. Collier Trophy Aug. 13 for advancing technology that pushes “the boundaries of flight and space exploration.” In announcing the award, Jim Albaugh, chairman of The National Aeronautic Association which sponsors the competition, praised the X-37B, “As the world’s only autonomous, reusable spaceplane, it continues to contribute to our understandin
Multimillion Pound Prize for First Carbon Free Commercial Flight Across The Atlantic
Carbon Footprint Ltd has launched the world's first Freedom Flight Prize. The aggressively formulated competition is open to manufacturers, research/academic groups and inventors to design and fly a 100+ seater passenger aircraft powered by 100% renewable energy. The plane must complete a return trip from London to New York; each leg of the trip in under 10 hours and must finish the return leg within 24 hours of starting out on the round trip. The first to complete this historic flight will win the Freedom Flight Prize, which is expected to be in the £millions by the time the prize is won.
The World's Largest Modeling, Simulation, And Training Gathering
What a shame.... one of the most fascinating events we attend each year is the annual I/ITSEC convention every Fall. But this year... not a chance. Following directives to avoid mass gatherings for public safety amid the continuing COVID-19 pandemic, National Training and Simulation Association (NTSA) has made the decision to cancel the 2020 Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC). The persistent spread of the COVID-19 virus and efforts to stop it have led NTSA to decide not to hold this year’s event, the world's largest modeling, simulation, and training gathering that draws thousands of people worldwide to Orlando, Florida, every year.
SIVA Reported Finding 2,993 Pounds Of Cocaine In The Aircraft
A joint effort between U.S. Customs and Border Protection Air and Marine Operations (AMO), Joint Interagency Task Force—South (JIATF South), and Mexican authorities led to the seizure of a suspicious aircraft loaded with more than a ton of cocaine. On August 29, AMO agents and JIATF South tracked the movements of a suspicious plane operating in the Western Caribbean. AMO agents shared the U.S. radar information with the Mexican Air Force (SIVA), which intercepted the aircraft. SIVA reported finding 2,993 pounds of cocaine in the aircraft and arrested two male suspects. This is just the latest of many seizures this partnership has led to in recent months. In July, SIVA seized a veh
NTSB Vice Chairman Bruce Landsberg Became The NTSB’s 43rd Board Member Aug. 7, 2018
The National Transportation Safety Board’s Vice Chairman Bruce Landsberg was designated Friday to continue to serve in the position for a new term of three years. President Donald Trump designated Landsberg as the Board’s Vice Chairman Friday. Landsberg began a five-year appointment as a NTSB board member Aug. 7, 2018, and on that same day began a two-year term as the NTSB’s Vice Chairman. “It’s been a privilege to work with staff, fellow Board members, and the public to improve our national transportation system,” said Landsberg. “Unfortunately, there is no shortage of safety opportunities and we’ll be looking
From 2016: Leading The Charge Towards “Getting The Lead Out”…
The issue of providing a sustainable supply of Avgas for our piston powered aircraft is something that affects a major part of the general aviation fleet. To find out more about this, ANN News Editor, Tom Patton, took the opportunity at Sun ‘n Fun 2016 to talk with Chris D’Acosta, the CEO of Swift Fuels, LLC. D’Acosta told Tom that they have been working on the Unleaded 94 MON Avgas alternative fuel for a couple of years and that they now have approval for it to be used on hundreds of aircraft makes a
Will Defer Selection Of Trophy Winner And Annual Recognition Gala
The Wichita Aero Club is the latest on a LONG list of events and organizations that has decided to forego their annual get-togethers. There will be no selection of a Wichita Aero Club Trophy recipient this year and they will not hold their annual Trophy Gala during the last week of January, 2021. "After COVID-19 pandemic restrictions resulted in the cancellation of numerous industry events this year, including the National Business Aviation Association -Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) where we normally announce our WAC Trophy recipient and the date for the Gala to celebrate the winner, we realized we couldn't continue to defer a decision. We reluctantly decid
This Year, The Scholarship Includes More Money That Will Be Reimbursed To Each Applicant
While 2020 may not be the best year aviation has ever had, it does have its bright spots... and a few of them can be found in one of the many generous aviation scholarship programs that allow new aviators to join our ranks. The VA Department of Aviation tells us that the Chad Weaver Aviation Scholarship Program is available this year with some new opportunities to help you pay for your aviation ground school and flight training. This year the scholarship includes more money that will be reimbursed to each applicant and it covers more training costs to include Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) training.
Aero Linx: Guild of Air Traffic Control Officers
GATCO is a professional body which represents the professional interests and opinions of those in the air traffic management profession. Membership is open to civil or military air traffic controllers, flight information service officers, aerospace battle managers (weapons) and anyone involved in the air traffic management support including non operational positions. GATCO members are employed at units from small general aviation and military airfields to major international airports and en-route centres. Members also include UK licensed controllers working abroad.
Estimated (EST)
When used in NOTAMs “EST” is a contraction that is used by the issuing authority only when the condition is expected to return to service prior to the expiration time. Using “EST” lets the user know that this NOTAM has the possibility of returning to service earlier than the expiration time. Any NOTAM which includes an “EST” will be auto-expired at the designated expiration time.
“Bruce (Landsberg) brings a wealth of experience to the NTSB with his extensive general aviation safety background. While serving as vice chairman during the past two years, Bruce has provided great assistance to me in my role as chairman. I’m delighted that President Trump has allowed him to continue in that capacity for another three years.”
Source: NTSB Chairman Robert Sumwalt, who commented on President Donald Trump having designated Landsberg as the Board’s Vice Chairman Friday. Landsberg began a five-year appointment as a NTSB board member Aug. 7, 2018, and on that same day began a two-year term as the NTSB’s Vice Chairman.
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