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March 19, 2022

Australia Sees First Wheeled Bell 429

Automotive Sales Group BuysWheel-Geared Bell for Corporate Runabout

Australia's first Bell 429 has touched down at its new home with the Alto Group, making it the first of its kind in the country and the 3rd aircraft from the marque in their corporate hangar. Alto is an expansive automotive retailer that sells more than 12,000 vehicles every year throughout Australia, and their selection of the Bell 429 is the result of careful consideration of a variety of corporate helicopters. Being able to quickly and affordably ferry corporate personnel to far flung rural locations with minimal fuss was the goal for the aircraft, said managing director Anthony Altomonte. 

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Ottawa Releases Draft of Luxury Tax Proposal

Once Again, Politicians Believe "Private Planes" are Far More Luxe Than Reality

Last year, Canada included a proposal for a new tax on the sale of luxury autos and aircraft with a retail price over $100,000, and new watercraft over $250,000. The Canadian Owners and Pilots Association has spoken at length on the issue, attempting to explain to legislators the fact that $100,000, or $80,000 USD, doesn't quite buy an equivalent amount of luxury between the automotive and aeronautical world. The tax would be calculated at the lesser of 20% of the value above the price thresholds, or at 10% of the full value of the vehicle. Should Parliament approve the tax, it will go into effect on September 1, 2022. 

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Dassault Takes Photo-Op Through Death Valley

Falcon 8X Tackles Infamous Fighter Cruising Point - Star Wars Canyon

Dassault has released their newest promotion for the Falcon 8X trijet showing the preparation and flight through an infamous photo location in Death Valley, California. The production is an uncommon example of aircraft advertising done right, showing snippets of the photogenic Falcon cruising through Rainbow Canyon. The "Star Wars" canyon is a frequent haunt for photographers enjoying the rare opportunity to shoot aircraft sprinting below them, as they watch from atop the 1,000-foot high rim.

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Airborne 03.11.22: uAvionix Sold, Sport Air Racing League, Phillips 66 Aerostars

Also: JetBlue Gateways App's, Spaceport Camden, LAANC Applications, CAE Ends Russian Services

uAvionix has announced its impending acquisition by DC Capital Partners. The company will join the rest of the DC Partners portfolio, which will "propel uAvionix forward with the means to impact the broader aerospace and defense markets." The private equity investment firm retains more than $1 billion in total investments, with more than 60 acquisitions under its belt. That experience has allowed them to develop a strategic, systematic approach to shore up the efficiency of those companies that join the fold. DC Partners maintains that the inclusion of their s

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Robinson Caps Heli-Expo with Sales Report

Despite Production Difficulties Robinson Sold 450 Aircraft, Aims Higher for 2022

Robinson Helicopters has completed another successful exhibition at Heli-Expo 2022, capping off the show by announcing a strong 2021. In 2021, Robinson received more than 450 orders, the highest level seen since 2011. President Kurt Robinson noted a first for the company's sales trends which saw their larger, turbine-powered R66 outsell the traditionally popular R44 Raven II. While sales were healthy, especially considering the difficult circumstances seen by the industry only a year before, maintaining consistent production has not been easy amid a recovering economy.

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Airborne 03.11.22: uAvionix Sold, Sport Air Racing League, Phillips 66 Aerostars

Also: JetBlue Gateways App's, Spaceport Camden, LAANC Applications, CAE Ends Russian Services

uAvionix has announced its impending acquisition by DC Capital Partners. The company will join the rest of the DC Partners portfolio, which will "propel uAvionix forward with the means to impact the broader aerospace and defense markets." The private equity investment firm retains more than $1 billion in total investments, with more than 60 acquisitions under its belt. That experience has allowed them to develop a strategic, systematic approach to shore up the efficiency of those companies that join the fold. DC Partners maintains that the inclusion of their s

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2022 International Aerobatics Day Approaches

International Club Readies for Events, Activities, Promotions

International Aerobatics Day is June 25, and the International Aerobatic Club is hosting activities all around the world to celebrate. The 2022 celebration will build on the momentum built up by the club last year, when IAC members and chapters all around the world took center stage to share their passion for the exciting aeronautical niche. Last year, local IAC chapters opened a variety of activities, including open houses, community days, practice days, presentations, static displays and barbecues, as well as aerobatic competitions. 

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FAA Hot Spot Symbology Changes Inbound

Airport Charts to Receive Uniform Shapes to Consistently Distinguish Danger Areas 

The FAA has announced the upcoming standardization of hotspot graphology on airport charts, effective on May 19, 2022. The changes will consolidate a series of shapes and forms used to call attention to trouble-prone regions in the airport environment, allowing for a simpler, more consistent terminology to eliminate confusion throughout the aeronautical ecosystem. 

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Classic Aero-TV: Messaging In The Flight Levels-Airtext Cost-Effective Solutions

From 2017 (YouTube Version): Connectivity Provided Through Iridium Satellite Network…

Airtext solves the problem of staying connected electronically to business, friends, and family without the high cost of a traditional internet option. Airtext allows up to 16 passengers the ability to send and receive SMS messages anywhere in the world. On the ground or in the air. Using the iridium satellite network, AirText has designed a product that allows connectivity through your cell phone while on the airplane.

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Grupo Aeromexico Completes Chapter 11 Restructure

Airline Kickstarts Recovery with Growing Fleet, Added Routes, Boosting Capacity 

The embattled aviation company has completed its court-approved reshuffling, allowing it to continue providing its services and restart certain international routes going forward. Aeromexico continues as Mexico's flagship airline, and reassures passengers that it will soon return to its previous high-water mark. In the near future, it plans to invest more than $5 billion in fleet upgrades and quality of life improvements aimed at revamping the customer experience. Aeromexico will continue to honor miles programs, restart service on more than 30 legacy routes, and open 6 new ones in the imminent future. 

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Airborne-Flight Training 03.10.22: Enstrom Returns, EAA WomenVenture, Piedmont

Also: EAA-FAA Summit, Lilium-Netjets, Ok's Museum of Women Pilots, CommutAir Pilots

he recently defunct Enstrom Helicopter Corporation may soon rise from the dead, following the purchase of its remains by MidTex Aviation. Enstrom declared bankruptcy in January citing severe financial difficulties, allowing its assets to be sold off by a Michigan court. MidTex was able to purchase nearly everything from the company, including pre-owned aircraft, tooling, materials, drawings, intellectual property, and factory equipment. MidTex says they will reopen the factory for operation through a new subsidiary entity named Enstrom Aerospace. EAA WomenVenture has ann

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NTSB Prelim: Britten-Norman BN-2A-9

Instructor Pilot Confirmed This Was The First Flight With The Pilot

On February 15, 2022, about 0950 Atlantic standard time, a Britten-Norman BN-2A-9 airplane, N821RR, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident at Benjamin Rivera Noriega Airport (CPX), near Isla de Culebra, Puerto Rico. The pilot receiving instruction, flight instructor, and pilot-rated passenger were not injured. The airplane was operated by Air Flamenco conducted as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 instructional flight.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (03.19.22)

Aero Linx: The People’s Mosquito The People’s Mosquito has a simple vision: to not only return a de Havilland DH.98 Mosquito FB.VI to the skies above Britain, but, for the first time in more than 75 years, build this iconic aircraft in the UK. As a not-for-profit restoration project and registered charity, our aim is to inform and educate the public and future generations on the Mosquito and its place in history.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Term (03.19.22): Military Authority Assumes Responsibility...

Military Authority Assumes Responsibility For Separation Of Aircraft (MARSA) A condition whereby the military services involved assume responsibility for separation between participating military aircraft in the ATC system. It is used only for required IFR operations which are specified in letters of agreement or other appropriate FAA or military documents.

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Aero-News: Quote of the Day (03.19.22)

"We are pleased to see stronger sales, particularly with the R66, which has clearly proven itself as a market leader. Although overall production for 2021 was better than 2020, we fell short of our target. Our number one focus for 2022 is to put the pandemic behind us and to increase aircraft production and deliveries. I'm targeting 300-350 [helicopters sold] for 2022 but we'll see how it goes, as we are still dealing with residual effects from COVID..." Source: Robinson Helicopter's Kurt Robinson -- who sees a strong year ahead, despite the bumps in the road so far.

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