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September 04, 2015

Airborne 09.04.15: FAA's Updated Model Guidance, WTC Base Jumper, Gordon Bennett

Also: WOW Conference, Hoover v FAA--Part II, National Safety Forum, Slovakian Bell 429, AAR Milestone, Record UAV Flight, Commercial UAV Operator's Balloon Ticket

The FAA has just published updated guidance on model aircraft operations that reflects current law governing hobby or recreational use of unmanned aircraft. Advisory Circular 91-57A replaces the previous guidance that was written in 1981 which did not reflect the rules Congress wrote into Section 336 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012. Among other things, the guidance stresses model aircraft operators must comply with all Temporary

Airborne 09.04.15: FAA's Updated Model Guidance, WTC Base Jumper, Gordon Bennett Race

Also: WOW Conference, Hoover v FAA--Part II, National Safety Forum, Slovakian Bell 429, AAR Milestone, Record UAV Flight, Commercial UAV Operator's Balloon Ticket

The FAA has just published updated guidance on model aircraft operations that reflects current law governing hobby or recreational use of unmanned aircraft. Advisory Circular 91-57A replaces the previous guidance that was written in 1981 which did not reflect the rules Congress wrote into Section 336 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012. Among other things, the guidance stresses model aircraft operators must comply with all Temporary Flight Restrictions. A judge in Manhattan has sentenced 28-year-old Marko Markovich to 300 hours of community service for BASE jumping from One World Trade Center, which was sti

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Klyde Morris 09.04.15

At Least It's Quicker Than The Old Magnifying Glass Method, Klyde

FMI: www.klydemorris.com

GAMA Commends FAA On Selection Of UAS Senior Execs

Bunce: 'FAA Could Not Have Picked Two Better Individuals'

GAMA is giving props to the FAA on its selection of two senior executives, Marke “Hoot” Gibson and Earl Lawrence, to lead the agency’s efforts to safely integrate Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) into the U.S. airspace system.

Parsing The Model Aircraft Advisory Circular

Attorney Jonathan Rupprecht Finds Several Issues With The FAA's New AC

On August 10, 2014 FAA accidentally canceled AC 91-57, which had been around for a little more than 34 years. On Wednesday, they issued its replacement ... AC 91-57A. The AC sets forth rules governing how model aircraft operators, including small UAVs, may fly their aircraft as hobbyists.

Mesa Airlines Exceeds $1 Million Paid In Employee Bonuses

Incentives Paid Monthly In Program Started In May, 2104

Mesa Airlines has exceeded $1 million paid in monthly incentive bonuses to employees since the inception of the incentive program in May 2014. The monthly bonus program rewards Mesa employees for outstanding operational performance and top customer service scores from passengers.

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Rockwell Collins Debuts Pro Line Fusion For Commercial Helicopters

Avionics On Display At The China Helicopter Exposition

Following integration into 20 aircraft ranging from business jets to military flight decks, Rockwell Collins will unveil Pro Line Fusion for commercial helicopters at the China Helicopter Exposition taking place Sept. 9-13. The company said in a news release that a brand new Pro Line Fusion demonstrator will debut in the Rockwell Collins exhibit where visitors can “fly” the rotary wing avionics solution.

Insitu Conducts Successful Fire Monitoring Demonstration

Unmanned Aircraft Tracks Hotspots In Olympic National Park

While more than 625,000 acres of wildfires burned throughout the Pacific Northwest, crew members of the Insitu Rapid Response team launched a ScanEagle unmanned aircraft into the hazy skies above the Paradise Fire in Washington's Olympic National Park. The event marked the beginning of an operational demonstration designed to show how unmanned aircraft technology can be a powerful force multiplier in the fight against wildfires.

Boeing, Emirates Celebrate Airline's 150th 777 Delivery

World's Largest 777 Operator Celebrates Milestone With Rare Triple Delivery

Emirates Airline has taken simultaneous delivery of three 777s – two 777-300ERs and one 777 Freighter – marking the entry of the 150th 777 into Emirates' fleet. The delivery marks the first time in 15 years that Boeing has delivered three 777s at one time to a single customer.

Whirly-Girls To Award Record Setting Number Of Scholarships In 2016

Additional Scholarships Made Possible By Bristow Group

The Whirly-Girls Scholarship Fund has announced an additional five scholarships to be awarded to women in the helicopter aviation industry. The additional scholarships available are due to the commitment of the Bristow Group to support advancing the careers of the international organization’s members.

Jet Edge Announces Arrival Of A Fourth Gulfstream 650

Company Now Has More Than 40 Airplanes In Its Fleet

Jet Edge has taken delivery of its fourth new Gulfstream 650. The Jet Edge fleet has now grown to more than 40 Gulfstream, Bombardier and Falcon aircraft based in California, New York, Florida, Colorado, Georgia, Nevada, Hong Kong and Tokyo.

Australian Pilot Busted With Nearly 100 Pounds Of Pot

Shipment May Have Been Going To South Australian Motorcycle Gangs

A 67-year-old pilot who is a member of the Gold Coast flying club in Queensland, Australia was arrested at Deniliquin Airport in New South Wales, Australia airport with 45 kilograms ... or just over 99 pounds ... of pot in his airplane.

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USAF Deploys The F-22 In Europe

Four Aircraft To Be Based At Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany Through Mid-September

Four F-22 Raptors, one C-17 Globemaster III, and approximately 60 Airmen arrived at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, to train with allied air forces and U.S. services through mid-September.

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Classic Aero-TV: Bob Hoover At AirVenture -- Getting a Little Help Along the Way

Aviation's Greatest Living Legend Talks About His Life In Aviation

ANN is pleased to offer you yet another snippet from the public conversations that took place with Bob Hoover at AirVenture 2011... where he was honored for a lifetime of aviation excellence. In this program, Bob continues his discussion about his life in aviation, in a segment entitled, 'Getting a Little Help Along the Way.' Ask any pilot who he (or she) thinks is the best he ever saw and depending on how long they've been in the business, the answers might surprise you... BUT, for anyone who had the grand opportunity to see much of the Golden A

Teamsters Pass On Vote On Republic Pilots' Contract

Carrier Could Face Bankruptcy As A Result Of The Move

Teamsters Local 357 will not take a vote on a contract proposal offered by Republic Airways Holdings, according to a statement released by the union.

AUVSI Congratulates FAA's Newly Appointed UAS Executives

Pair Will Help Guide Integration Of UAS Into The National Air Space

The industry seems to think the FAA made good choices for the executives at the top of its UAV integration team. Brian Wynne, president and CEO of the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), extended congratulations to Marke “Hoot” Gibson and Earl Lawrence on their appointments to positions at the FAA.

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Yuneec Adds GoPro Enabled Model To Typhoon Family

Aerial Imaging Solution For GoPro Enthusiasts

Yuneec has launched a new Typhoon model specifically targeted at GoPro users. The Typhoon G is the newest member of the Typhoon family designed to provide smooth and stable aerial footage for the crisp GoPro camera.

Boeing, Jet2.Com Finalize Order For 27 Next Generation 737-800s

Airplanes Valued At $2.6 Billion At List Prices

Boeing and UK Leisure Airline Jet2.com have finalized an order for 27 Next Generation 737-800s, valued at approximately $2.6 billion at current list prices. Jet2.com currently operates an all-Boeing fleet of nearly 60 aircraft; however, this is the organization's first direct Boeing order.

AeroSports Update: Cubs Vs Champs

In The Lee Bottom Flying Field Event Contest, Piper Cubs Win The First Round Of The Champs Vs Cubs Challenge

Lee Bottom Flying Field, an airport favored by grassroots aviators, will once again hold its fly-in in September. This time though there’s a special challenge. Within the usual event, will be a sub-event called CHAMPS VS CUBS.

Northerly Island Park Set To Open In Chicago

Site Of The Former Meigs Field Transformed Into Parkland

It had been the site of the 1933-34 World's Fair, and then became a thriving airport. When the runways were bulldozed, in violation of various promises and covenants in the middle of the night in 2003, several airplanes were left stranded on the island that at the time was primarily known as Meigs field.

Airborne 09.03.15: Falcon 9 Delayed, UAV 'Favor' Fined, Impounded In The UK

Also: Rob Holland's Gold, API: Innovative Aviation Content, Master Instructors, Wallops' New Launch Command Ctr, Webb Space Telescope, Satellite Broadband Network, Another FAA Fine

SpaceX will delay its next Falcon 9 launch as it continues to investigate a June 28th accident that resulted in the loss of a booster and a Dragon cargo vessel headed to International Space Station. It’s reported the announcement was made at a scientific forum being held in Pasadena. SpaceX president Gwynne Shotwell said that the company is “a couple of months away from the next flight.” This report comes und

Aero-News: Quote Of The Day (09.04.15)

"The nature area at Northerly Island features beautiful strolling paths, casual play areas and a spectacular view of the Chicago skyline. It is also home to some of the best fishing in Chicago." Source: Chicago Parks District website.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Term (09.04.15): Minimum Controllable Airspeed (MCA)

The speed below which your control surfaces do not generate sufficient lift to control the aircraft.

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (09.04.15)

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The Aviation History Online Museum offers extensive information about the history of dozens of aircraft, as well as engines, people, and even some flight theory.

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