FAA Proposes $66,000 Civil Penalty Against Nazarene Aviation Fellowship 

Long after his activities took two lives in 2012 and nearly a year after he killed himself and an innocent passenger in yet another feat of aerial stupidity, the FAA has acted somewhat appreciably against the crimes of David Riggs (outside of a revocation which he ignored). Despite multiple warnings/evidence from ANN, Aviation Criminal's Kristy Graham, and a number of other concerned Aero-Citizens, it took yet another fatal accident (Riggs having been the 'director' during a film stunt that killed two L-39 pilots, years before) for the FAA to stand up and do something besides slap Riggs on the hand... the problem is, though, that he's not around to feel the sting.

We Leave THIS Friday To Prepare The Way For OSH14!

OK... we're starting the final organizational run prior to our departure for Oshkosh 2014... more than a week ahead of the event so that we have time to prep for this year. This is going to be a monumental year for us... after the cold 'winter' of the Cirrus (still the most despicable company in GA, I'm sorry to say) war and back to getting our SERIOUS game faces back on; ANN, Aero-TV, Airborne and our book company are coming out in FORCE. Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the XPRIZE win, we're debuting my book 'Beyond The Blue', as well as putting on a presentation Tuesday night at Theater In the Woods to celebrate. There will be a number of book-signings (with EAA and Sportys--time/places TBA next week), not to menti

The Team Has Never Selected A Female Pilot

The Navy's investigation into sexual harassment charges against a former Blue Angels commander has caused a delay in the announcement of the team's 2015 lineup.

The Answer Is A Qualified 'Yes'

Over the long July holiday weekend I took the time to simply sit and chat with friends and neighbors and enjoy the fine summer weather. For some reason whenever I’m in a group such as that, someone, other than myself, brings up the subject of spaceflight. Such was the case on more than one occasion over the weekend- perhaps because I was wearing a Space Shuttle T-shirt. While talking about the potential for star-gazing in the impending clear night, one of my neighbors raised a half-serious, half-cynical question; “Do we even have a space program anymore?”

Commercial Resupply Mission Should Dock With Station On Wednesday

A multitude of NASA research investigations, crew provisions, hardware and science experiments from across the country is headed to the International Space Station aboard Orbital Sciences Corp.'s Cygnus spacecraft. The cargo craft launched aboard Orbital's Antares rocket from NASA's Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia at 12:52 p.m. EDT Sunday.

Flight Followed 'Standard Flight Plan' En Route To Farnborough

Following closely behind its recent FAA certification, the Cessna Citation X+ completed its first trans-Atlantic crossing in a normal business flight profile in 5 hours, 33 minutes for an average ground speed of 502 knots.

Commits To 30 737 MAX 8s Marking Fleet Transition For U.K.-Based Carrier

Boeing and Monarch Airlines have announced that the two companies are finalizing terms and working towards a Purchase Agreement for 30 737 MAX 8s, marking the start of a fleet transition for Monarch to Boeing single-aisle airplanes.

Airbus Says Fuel Efficiency A Major Determining Factor

Netherlands lessor AerCap has firmed up an order for 50 additional A320neo Family aircraft at the Farnborough International Airshow 2014. The contract, AerCap’s first major aircraft order following the acquisition of ILFC earlier this year, was signed by Philip Scruggs, AerCap’s President & Chief Commercial Officer and Fabrice Brégier, Airbus President and CEO. AerCap will announce its engine selection in due course.

Three Successful Launches Move The Booster Closer To Approval For EELV Program

The Air Force has certified SpaceX's Falcon 9 launch system as having conducted three successful flights, a prerequisite for companies seeking to win business from the Air Force's Evolved Expendable Launch Vehicle (EELV) Program.

Manufacturer Has Also Taken Options For 112 Additional Aircraft

At the Farnborough Airshow, the turboprop aircraft manufacturer ATR Monday  morning announced that it has taken firm orders for 144 aircraft (119 ATR 72-600 and 25 ATR 42-600), with options for 112 additional aircraft, since the beginning of the year. This year's contracts, of which many will be revealed during the week of the show, represent a total value of over $3.45 billion ($6 billion including options).

Law Enforcement Organization Has Been Flying Bell Aircraft Since 1964

Bell Helicopter has announced a signed purchase agreement with the Swedish National Police for seven Bell 429 helicopters. The aircraft will be used for police operations including, surveillance, reconnaissance, maintaining public order, aerial photography, aid in rescue missions and police transportation.

RFP Issued July 9, Contract Award Anticipated In Spring 2015

The U.S. Air Force released its Long Range Strike Bomber, or LRS-B, request for proposal July 9 with a contract award expected in spring 2015. The new bomber is a top modernization priority for the Air Force and will provide the United States with the option to hold any target at risk at any point around the world.

YCFD Received Its First Of The Model Last Year

The Yokohama City Fire Department in Japan has ordered a second AW139 intermediate twin helicopter to further enhance its operational capabilities. The Yokohama City Fire Department received its first AW139 last year while the second aircraft is scheduled to enter service in 2015 and will replace an aging model. 

T-28 Went Down During An Air Show, Board Says Pilot's Health Was Questionable

The FAA bears some responsibility for an accident that occurred during an air show in Martinsburg, WV in 2011, according to the NTSB's probable cause report.

Also: F22 Pilot Reaches 1000 Hours, AVW: RA-2 Acro, Skiles Leaving EAA, CAF A-26 Needs YOUR Support, Special OSH A/C Parking

The night before AirVenture’s gates open on Monday morning, July 28, a brief, solemn ceremony will be held to honor the EAA Founder Paul H. Poberezny, who passed away last August at age 91. The approximately 30-minute ceremony will be standing room only and is open to all EAA members. We’ll be there... Sonex aircraft announce that SubSonex Personal Jet model JSX-2 achieved its first flight and completed a successful series of initial follow-on test flights on last week. Here’s some important information about th

Commercial Airplane Division Positioned For Growth, CEO Says

Boeing has announced a 200-seat version of the 737 MAX 8 at the Farnborough International Airshow.

Order Includes First Commitment For The Just-Announced A330neo

Los Angeles-based Air Lease Corporation (ALC) has announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for 25 A330-900neo aircraft, becoming the launch customer for the new Airbus widebody. ALC simultaneously announced a firm order for 60 A321neo aircraft. The contact was signed Monday at the Farnborough International Airshow.

Airline Has Only Been In Operation Since 2013

Bombardier Aerospace has announced that Zhejiang Loong Airlines Co., Ltd. has signed a Letter of Intent to acquire 20 CS100 airliners. The operator, based in Hangzhou, the capital city of Zhejiang province, China began domestic service in 2013.

SR JET Is The Launch Customer For The Modified Airplane

Piaggio Aero has delivered the first P.180 Avanti II  “Extended Range” to  SR Jet, part of the Beijing-based Sparkle Roll Investment Holdings Limited.

All 2014 Eclipse 500 PLUS Program Positions Have Been Filled

Eclipse Aerospace, Inc. (EAI) is proud to announce that all 2014 Eclipse 500 PLUS upgrade positions have been sold. In the four months since the program commenced (March 12, 2014), more than 60 Eclipse Jet owners have selected the Eclipse 500 PLUS upgrade for their aircraft.

The Rules For Sport Pilots Actually Require Them To Fly In Safer Weather Conditions Than A Private Pilot

If you line up 10 sport pilots, or higher-rated pilots operating under sport pilot privileges and ask, “What are the minimum weather conditions you may fly in?” odds are that most of them will answer, “Sport pilots are only allowed to fly in VFR (visual flight rule) conditions.” If that’s the answer we get, the next question should be; “Are you sure?”

Introducing Staff, Stringers, Videographers, And People Who Make It All Work

Anyone who's ever been to Oshkosh knows that there are hundreds of events and activities as well as tens of thousands of people that descend (some quite literally) on Wittman Regional Airport in mid-summer. While we have a very hard-working and dedicated staff, ANN could not provide you with the extensive information we do without the help of some equally ... some might say more ... dedicated volunteers who give a week of their time to make sure you have the best possible coverage of the show.

"The market for commercial airplanes is stronger than ever." Source: Boeing Commercial Airplanes president and CEO Ray Conner.

Flight paths recommended for use to bypass areas heavily traversed by large turbine-powered aircraft.

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