Recognized For The G650 Business Jet

At their Spring Awards Dinner, the National Aeronautic Association (NAA) announced that Gulfstream has been named as the recipient of the 2014 Robert J. Collier Trophy “For the development of the Gulfstream G650 Business Jet, which strengthened business aviation through significant technological advancements in aircraft performance, cabin comfort, and safety.”

Get Your Wacky Ideas In NOW!

ANN E-I-C Note: Folks... we gotta warn you... this may be our best April 1st Edition yet and based on all the nonsense we've had to endure in 2014-2015 (which we are duty-bound to lampoon), we certainly have good reason for that... so if you have any ideas of your own as to how to heighten the insanity, this is your LAST CHANCE. As always... NO ONE IS SAFE. We're going to have some fun with EVERYONE... the FAA, USA Today, Congress, TSA, EAA, AOPA, Sun 'n Fun, Dale Klapmeier, every UAV ever flown, every UAV-phobe in the known universe, every self-appointed aviation expert who can't spell aileron, the USAF, Cessna, Cirrus, NASA, you name it. I

Would Impose A Mandatory Nighttime Curfew, A Ban On Helicopters On Summer Weekends, And Other Restrictions

A group of industry associations has publicly expressed concern about the potential restrictions on helicopter and other flights proposed at the East Hampton (NY) airport. In comments submitted as part of a March 12 public hearing held by East Hampton officials, the associations asked those officials to consider that the proposed plans – if implemented – would significantly impact flights and commerce at KHTO.

Will Allow Companies To Participate In ACSF-Managed ASAP Program

The FAA Eastern Region last Friday signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that will allow companies in the eastern United States to participate in the Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) managed aviation safety action program (ASAP).

Celebrating 55 Years Of Successful Partnership With All-Boeing Carrier

Boeing and EL AL, the Israeli flag-carrier, celebrated a major milestone Thursday with the delivery of the airline's 50th airplane purchased from Boeing – a Next-Generation 737-900ER.

Upgraded Radar And Communication Equipment At The Core Of The E-2D

Five E-2D Advanced Hawkeyes assigned to Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 125 will make their maiden deployment as part of Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 1 aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71).

Videographer/Reporters Needed For Airborne Unlimited Program Expansion

Aero-News and Airborne are expanding--and innovating! And we're seeking additional on-air video journalist(s) to assist us with our Feature and Scheduled programming. These are autonomous `one man/woman band` positions where you must be as comfortable behind the camera as in front of it. You will be responsible for presenting aviation/aerospace related news stories on camera while often handling all audio, video and lighting as well as editing the final product. The ideal candidate will be an experienced videographer and editor, with prior on-air experience. Being knowledgeable of the Aviation Industry is highly recommended (and will need to be learned, regardless).

'Strong Odor Of Jet Fuel' Noted At Site Of PA-46 Accident Near Spokane, WA

The NTSB's preliminary report from an accident which occurred last month involving a Piper Matrix airplane noted that the plane was apparently misfueled prior to takeoff from Felts Field Airport (KSFF) in Spokane, WA.

Government Bans Future Sale Of The Aircraft

If you thought we had it bad with the FAA's stance on UAVs here in the U.S., consider this. The UAE government in Abu Dhabi has banned the future sale of small UAVs in that country until legislation and regulations can be issued by the relevant authorities there.

Subsurface Oceans On Enceladus Exhibit Traits Similar To Earth's Seas

NASA's Cassini spacecraft has provided scientists the first clear evidence that Saturn's moon Enceladus exhibits signs of present-day hydrothermal activity which may resemble that seen in the deep oceans on Earth. The implications of such activity on a world other than our planet open up unprecedented scientific possibilities.

“The imposition and structure of the proposed restrictions and investment plan will have a detrimental impact on HTO-based aviation businesses, resulting in reduced revenues, investment and job loss.” Source: Excerpt from a letter from several aviation advocacy groups to the city of East Hampton, NY.

A departure from any runway intersection except the end of the runway.

Advanced Pilot Seminars

Back by popular demand is Advanced Pilot Seminars' hands-on engine operating course held in Ada, Oklahoma.