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November 09, 2020

Airborne 11.09.20: PBY On The Mend, Airborne on Roku/FireTV!, Biden TFR

Also: Beringer Aero Takes Stand, Hill Helicopters, AMA Updates Testing Details, Crew 1 In Position

We're pleased to note that a story we did a few days appears to be heading towards a proper resolution. Miss Pick Up is the name of one of the world's only airworthy PBY Catalina flying boats and is currently operated by Plane Sailing based in Duxford, Cambridge. After hopes for a simple fix were dashed, they asked for help from aviators the world over. Their funding target was just short of 30,000 pounds, and they have exceeded that number handily... A recent update was filed as the failed starboard engine came off, this past week. Here’s some exciting news, Airborne Now Available on Roku and FireTV. Not only can you watch this show on tv, you can stream airborne unman

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FAI In Discussion With Adventure Air Race For New Air Race Series

The Absence of Red Bull Has Been Significant... Could This Replace Them?

Our friends at the FAI tell us they are in discussions with Hong Kong-based Adventure Air Race Co. Ltd. (WCAR), regarding the development of an air race series to replace the discontinued and long-lamented Red Bull Air Race (RBAR) championship. Adventure Air Race reportedly has the endorsement of Red Bull for this project, which will be called the World Championship Air Race. Adventure Air Race reached out to the FAI to discuss the provision of safety officers and other technical support for the WCAR. This support is being coordinated through and with the assistance of the FAI Aerobatics Commission (CIVA).

Attempt Will Bring Electron’s First Stage Back To Earth Under A Parachute System

Rocket Lab has confirmed that it will attempt to recover the first stage of its Electron rocket during its next mission, the ‘Return to Sender’ launch, scheduled for lift-off in mid-November. The test will see Rocket Lab attempt to bring Electron’s first stage back to Earth under a parachute system for a controlled water landing before collection by a recovery vessel. The mission will be the first time Rocket Lab has attempted to recover a stage after launch and is a major milestone in Rocket Lab’s pursuit to make Electron a reusable rocket to support an increased launch cadence for small satellite missions.

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Navy Aviator Of Nearly 30 Years Completes Carrier Quals On USS Gerald R. Ford

Capt. Cassidy “Dudley” Norman, a Navy aviator of nearly 30 years, recently completed carrier qualifications on USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), the sixth class of carrier he’s flown on. On Nov. 14, 1910, the U.S. Navy launched an airplane from a ship for the first time. Roughly two months later, on Jan. 18, 1911, Eugene B. Ely landed on USS Pennsylvania, the first successful landing on a stationary warship; it would be nearly another six years before someone landed a plane on a moving ship at sea. These milestones can be said to be the true start of Naval aviation, which has become the backbone of the Navy’s maritime superiority and invaluable to nati

Got The Time And Talent To Help Turning Wrenches For The CAF???

The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Dixie Wing is hosting a virtual open house and recruiting night for potential new members, especially aircraft mechanics, at 7 p.m. EST on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2020. Interested people will be given a one-hour Zoom meeting invitation where they will learn about the CAF Dixie Wing and its operations. “We have a collection of seven operating vintage aircraft that require continuous care and maintenance to keep them flying safely,’ said Wing Recruiting Chair Jim Dalton. “We rely 100 percent on volunteer support, and greatly appreciate the efforts of the talented and dedicated mechanics we have, but they carry a heavy load and can use addit

Classic Aero-TV: Bye Aerospace SunFlyer 4--Pushing The Electric Airplane Concept

From 2017: A Four-Place Electric Airplane Is On The Horizon…

A four-place all-electric airplane is the next innovation from Sun Flyer. The company announced plans for the airplane at AirVenture 2017 in July. Sun Flyer CEO, George Bye, told Aero-News editor Tom Patton at the show that, like Sun Flyer 2, Sun Flyer 4 will run completely on batteries. As a result, the four-seat airplane will have operating costs five times lower than costs associated with similar combustion-engine aircraft. With four hours of flying time, the versatile Sun Flyer 4 will appeal to both flight schools and pilot-owners.<

Clay Lacy Aviation Will Expand NE US Operations And Create 100 New Jobs In Connecticut

The Connecticut Airport Authority (CAA) has confirmed an expanded partnership with Clay Lacy Aviation involving a 30-year lease on 16 acres of land at Waterbury-Oxford Airport (KOXC) in Oxford, CT, which will expand Clay Lacy Aviation’s Northeast U.S. base of operations. Clay Lacy Aviation will invest $20M to build the new FBO, and maintenance, repair and overhaul facility, bringing 100 new jobs to Connecticut.

Also: OSIRIS-REx Stows Sample, Drone Pilot Program, KAI FA-50 Demo, Arcadia Named FL GA Airport of the Year

AirCar (V5) is the latest generation flying car that transforms from road vehicle into air vehicle in less than 3-minutes. The fifth generation flying car designed by Professor Stefan Klein completed two 1500 foot AGL pattrn flights at Piestany airport in Slovakia this week. The model safely achieved two full airport patterns, including two takeoffs and landings. The two-seat model weighs 1,100kg and can carry an additional load of 200kg per flight. Powered by a BMW 1.6L engine, the car-plane has

He Heard A Loud Noise In The Tail And The Helicopter Yawed Clockwise

On October 21, 2020, about 1612 eastern daylight time, a Bell 206B, N716VL, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Point Lookout, New York. The pilot sustained minor injuries. The helicopter was operated as a Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations part 91 personal flight. The pilot stated that earlier that day he departed from Republic Airport (FRG), Farmingdale, New York en route to Sterling Heliport (PS01), Croydon, Pennsylvania, for scheduled maintenance. While en route he elected to return due to adverse weather and remained on the ramp waiting for it to improve.

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Aero-News: Quote of the Day (11.09.20)

“I was anxious when I flew a jet aircraft out to the USS John F. Kennedy 25 years ago, but after my first landing, I was very happy because I had demonstrated the operational capability that sets apart naval aviation. As part of a powerful and respected U.S. Navy, I could safely launch and recover airplanes not only at airports on land, but also on aircraft carriers at sea that operate all over the world.” Source: From a reminiscence by Capt. Cassidy “Dudley” Norman, a Navy aviator of nearly 30 years, who recently completed carrier qualifications on USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), the sixth class of carrier he’s flown on.