Also: New ALPA Officers, Hurricane Hunters, Aventura AVW, New Runway at Copiah County, LTC Tom Dougherty Flies West
Only 2 years ago, Felix Baumgartner set a record for the highest parachute jump when he stepped out of his Red Bull sponsored gondola hanging beneath a gas filled balloon at 128,100 feet. This record was broken last week when a computer scientist named Alan Eustace parachuted from an altitude of 135,890 feet. During his descent, it’s reported that Eustace reached a speed of 822 miles per hour. The NBAA’s 2014 Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition organizers are reporting that, by all indications, the show was a success for attendees and exhibitors alike. NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen said, in part, “This year’s show was an enormous success, filled with announcements and product introductions. The exhibit floor and aircraft displays had lots of activity and excitement.” When an AOG situation occurs it’s about more than an airplane problem; it also means passengers may be stranded. Recognizing this, Dassault Aviation has introduced a new airborne response service that provides not only rapid AOG support but also alternative transportation options for passengers. All this... and MORE in today's episode of Airborne!!!
Airborne 10.27.14 is chock full of info in this Daily news period ending Monday, October 27th, 2014... Presented by Aero-TV veteran videographer and Airborne Host Ashley Hale, and supported by ANN CEO/Editor-In-Chief Jim Campbell, Chief Videographer Nathan Cremisino, and Aero-Journalists Tom Patton, and Earl Downs, this episode covers:
Landmark Space Dive Sets Stage For World View Space Flights
Bolen: NBAA’s 2014 Convention Wraps Up As A Highly Successful Show
New Falcon Airborne Service Adds Alternative Lift To AOG Support
ALPA Elects New National Officer Team
'Hurricane Hunters' Complete Missions On Both Coasts
AVW: Departing Three Zero in the Aventura
Copiah County Airport Celebrates New Runway With Nov. 1 Fly-In
LTC Tom Dougherty Flies West
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