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The highly coveted FXB Fellowship is given to exceptional Aerospace Engineering PhD students to support their research on the analysis and design of flight vehicles. Meet recent graduate and FXB Fellow Behdad Davoudi.
FXB Fellow Davoudi’s PhD research could enhance autonomous operation of urban delivery drones
Michigan alumnus Wu set to lead Taiwan’s space R&D efforts
His top priority is to design and manufacture Taiwan’s own satellites and rockets.
Deltek’s Senior Director Shirin Mangold found her passion and her voice through Michigan Engineering’s Co-op program
The Engineering Cooperative Education Program introduced Mangold to life as a working engineer and inspired her to pursue a career in software engineering.
ECE alum and entrepreneur Fred Gibbons teaches engineers to make products that people need
From growing up in a small East Coast fishing village to becoming lifelong friends with Steve Jobs, Stanford Professor Fred Gibbons shares his journey as a first-generation college student and what inspired him to teach product management and design.
Former Chief Naval Architect of US Navy wins 2020 Alumni Medal
Distinguished Department of Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering alumnus, Robin White, is honored by the Michigan Engineering Alumni Board.
Equity advocate wins 2020 Outstanding Recent Alumni Award
Distinguished Department of Aerospace Engineering alumna is honored by the Michigan Engineering Alumni Board.
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The first tests after the rollout will simply involve the airliner carrying the X-34 mounted underneath. This is to allow the Federal Aviation Administration to approve the required modifications to the L-1011 airliner.
The larger X-33 will benefit from technology developed on the X-34
The next stage will be powered flights for the X-34. In these, the demonstrator will be carried aloft before igniting its rocket engine. Following the powered portion of flight, the unpiloted X-34 will land horizontally, initially on a dry lakebed and eventually on a runway.
There are 27 flights planned for the first year and these will aim to demonstrate the X-34's ability to fly again within 24 hours of its last mission and its ability to fly in bad weather.
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- Press Release
- Oct 5, 2022
NASA Honoring Michoud Employees for Heroic Hurricane Work
NASA is honoring 38 men and women who risked their lives during Hurricane Katrina to protect the agency’s Michoud Assembly Facility, where space shuttle external fuel tanks are manufactured east of New Orleans.
The event is at 2 p.m. EST, Thursday, Jan. 5. To attend, media must call NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, Huntsville, Ala., at: (256) 544-0034 by 4 p.m. EST, Jan. 3. Several of the honorees will be available for media interviews after the ceremony, and NASA TV’s Media Channel “Video File” will provide event b-roll.
While thousands evacuated the area before Katrina made landfall, this “ride-out” crew stayed behind. To recognize that dedication, NASA Administrator Michael Griffin will present the workers with the Exceptional Bravery Medal. The medal is awarded for demonstrating exemplary handling of an emergency that prevents loss of life and government property, while disregarding personal safety. The team ensured Michoud sustained only minor damage from high winds and massive flooding that devastated the surrounding community.
As a result of their heroic efforts, delay in external tank processing was kept to a minimum. The crew’s work was essential not only to NASA’s Space Shuttle Program, but also to the future of human space flight. Michoud’s unique manufacturing facilities figure prominently in America’s Vision for Space Exploration, since derivatives of the external tank are part of the design for the next generation spacecraft. For information about NASA TV, including digital downlink information, visit:
For information about NASA’s Space Shuttle Program, visit:
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Another laser strike on police helicopter in St. Louis area
Police in St. Louis County are investigating another laser strike on aircraft.
The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports that a green laser hit a police helicopter flying over the Webster Groves area Thursday night. Pilots could not find the source of the laser beam, and no arrests have been made.
Just last month, 26-year-old Justin Stouder of Hazelwood publicly apologized for pointing a green laser at another police helicopter in April 2010, temporarily blinding the pilots. He was never formally charged but spent a year on probation.
The Federal Aviation Administration reported more than 2,800 laser strikes nationwide in 2010.
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Yearlong spacemen embrace fresh, frigid air back on Earth
In a NASA interview before heading home to Houston, Kelly said it was amazing to feel the cold air when the hatch of his Soyuz capsule
Ah, there’s nothing like a blast of fresh, frigid air to welcome you back to the planet after nearly a year cooped up in space.
That’s the word from astronaut Scott Kelly, NASA’s space-endurance champ who returned to bitterly cold Kazakhstan on Wednesday, along with his roommate for the past year, Russian cosmonaut Mikhail Kornienko.
In a NASA interview before heading home to Houston, Kelly said it was “amazing” to feel the cold air when the hatch of his Soyuz capsule popped open after touchdown.
“I don’t mean to say it’s not fresh on the space station,” he said, “but there’s nothing like new cold air coming into the capsule.”
Both Kelly, 52, and Kornienko, 55, yearned for nature throughout their 340-day mission at the International Space Station, a dry run by NASA for eventual trips to Mars.
“Just like Scott, I wanted to see Earth and I wanted to smell that fresh air. This is an unforgettable feeling,” Kornienko said.
It was the longest an American ever lived in space, although nothing new for the Russians. The world record is 438 days, set back in the mid-1990s at the former Mir space station. Even before that, a pair of Soviet cosmonauts had racked up a full one-year spaceflight.
“Congratulations on your record,” former cosmonaut and Kazak space agency chief Talgat Musabayev said at a welcoming ceremony. He couldn’t resist: “Of course, it was already done 28 years ago.”
President Barack Obama joined the chorus of praise pouring in.
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November 16, 2023 – Huntsville, AL – Ternion Corporation has developed a flight simulator and a computer-generated forces (CGF ) simulation using its FLAMES Simulation Framework and the new FLAMES Unreal Engine Option that demonstrate features and capabilities that are not available in other flight simulators and CGFs.
“Because Unreal Engine is directly integrated into the FLAMES-based CGF, the Unreal Engine-based flight simulator and the CGF operate within identical synthetic environments. This allows a degree of visual and physical realism that is not otherwise possible, giving the pilot a more realistic flight experience while training,” said Brad Spearing, Ternion president and FLAMES product manager. “In addition, the open and flexible architecture of FLAMES and Unreal Engine allows such simulators to be developed and upgraded very quickly at a tiny fraction of the cost of developing most simulators. This will allow more warfighters to have access to the simulators they need to maintain their operational readiness.”
The tight coupling between the flight simulator and the CGF allows systems onboard the aircraft, such as sensors, trackers, weapon systems, and electronic warfare systems, to be simulated within the CGF using the highly advanced modeling environment provided by FLAMES. This allows processes that are difficult or impossible to simulate in other flight simulators, such as complex electronic warfare, to be simulated with ease, making the simulator a more accurate representation of a real aircraft.
Ternion’s new FLAMES Unreal Engine Option tightly integrates FLAMES, a constructive simulation framework, with Unreal Engine, an advanced real-time 3D creation tool, to create a powerful and flexible framework for the creation of serious games and 3D, entity-level constructive and virtual simulations. The development software for both FLAMES and Unreal Engine is available for free.
A working prototype of Ternion’s flight simulator and CGF simulation will be on display in Ternion’s Booth #2220 at the Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC), the world’s largest modeling, simulation, and training event, from November 27 to December 1, in Orlando, Florida. After the conference, Ternion will make the source code to the application-specific parts of the flight simulator and CGF simulation available for free upon request.
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4 Oct 2021
Solvay has announced the launch of CYCOM® EP2190, an epoxy-based system offering outstanding toughness in thick and thin structures combined with excellent in-plane performance in hot/wet and cold/dry environments. As the company’s new flagship product for aerospace primary structures, the material rivals incumbent solutions for wing and fuselage applications across most aviation market segments, including urban air mobility (UAM), private and commercial aerospace segments (sub and supersonic) to defense and rotorcraft.
16 Sep 2021
Solvay announced today the installation completion of its new thermoplastic composites (TPC) manufacturing facility at its Greenville, South Carolina site. At full production capacity, the new line will add more than 30 positions at the 27,000-square-foot facility.
23 Feb 2021
ELIX Polymers, a global leader in specialised styrenic-based thermoplastics, has put all of its Circular Economy activities under a new brand name, E-LOOP.
6 Oct 2020
ELIX Polymers is a leading producer specialised in thermoplastic materials, and since 2016, the year when it issued its first sustainability report, ELIX has been continuously strengthening its commitment to transparency and its defence of a growth model that is sustainable and environmentally friendly.
4 Sep 2020
Jiangsu Hansu launches high-performance UD composite tapes featuring SABIC’s ULTEM™ powder at China Composites Expo 2020
Jiangsu Hansu New Material Co., Ltd. introduced at China Composites Expo 2020, in booth #3511, its new family of high-performance, unidirectional (UD) composite tapes — H-poly-Stallone-CF7000_PEI — made with continuous carbon fiber and SABIC’s ULTEM™ 1000F3SP powder. Jiangsu Hansu, a leading thermoplastic composites manufacturer based in Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province, worked with SABIC to develop the new UD tapes for potential use in high-performance aerospace applications such as seat frames and luggage compartments. As a possible replacement for metal, these UD tapes provide opportunities to reduce weight, improve fuel efficiency and support sustainability—key goals for the aircraft industry. SABIC’s ULTEM™ powder, a special form of advanced polyetherimide (PEI), elevates the performance of tapes by supplying inherent flame retardance, long-term heat stability, outstanding strength and stiffness, and dimensional stability.
7 Oct 2019
Henkel, a global leading provider of high-impact solutions based on adhesives, sealants and functional coatings, has reached a strategic material supply agreement with Carbon Revolution, the world-leading Australian manufacturer of one-piece automotive carbon composite wheels. The collaboration includes dedicated manufacturing facilities established at Henkel’s existing plant near Melbourne.
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Okay boys, you're off the hook.Kyodo News reports that the Japan Defense Agency "plans to produce two prototype high-altitude, long-endurance unmanned reconnaissance aircraft by fiscal 2012 at a total cost of 22 billion yen ..."JDA sources told Kyodo that the Technical Research and Development Institute hopes to reduce Japan's dependence on imported UAVs:
The move is expected to stir debate over whether it is appropriate to pour large sums of taxpayer money into developing planes that would most likely be inferior to existing U.S. aircraft and that would require even further investment to be practical.[snip]The prototype that the institute plans to produce would be able to operate for more than 10 hours at an altitude of about 15,000 meters. It would have a wingspan of about 24 meters.By comparison, the U.S. Global Hawk, which costs 5.7 billion yen each, flies for more than 35 hours at about 20,000 meters. The U.S. Predator B, at 800 million, yen cruises for more than 30 hours at 15,000 meters.The announcement follows reports that Japan is considering buying US Global Hawk drones.The current Japanese surveillance UAV is called the Forward Flying Observation System (FFOS). The FFOS is essentially an unpiloted helicopter, manufactured by Fuji Heavy Industries -- the people who make the Subaru.-- posted by Jeffrey Lewis.
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The Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Mu seum on Manhattan’s West Side re mains in the running to become permanent home to one of three retired NASA space shuttles when the program is officially shuttered next year.
But this month’s elections lengthened the odds.
The House Science Committee oversees NASA — and its incoming chairman, Ralph Hall (R-Texas), has made no bones about where he’d like shuttles Discovery, Endeavour and Atlantis located: “East Texas, West Texas, Northeast Texas and even the 4th District of Texas, even the Panhandle, would make excellent homes for the orbiter fleet.”
That’s not welcome news to the 20 cultural institutions — including the Intrepid — that are trying to land one of the retired shuttles.
In addition to Texas, Florida is New York’s chief competitor, given its status as home to the Kennedy Space Center.
But, as New York’s Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand ensured in language inserted into NASA’s funding bill last year, the final location for a shuttle need only have some historical connection to the US space program, and Intrepid qualifies.
The aircraft carrier played a key role during the early days of manned space flights as she retrieved astronauts from capsules splashed down in the Pacific.
Parochial interests aside, NASA has said that it would like the shuttles to be on display where they can be seen by the greatest number of people.
If that doesn’t speak to New York and Intrepid, what does?
The Big Apple is, already, the greatest tourist magnet in the country — if not the world.
Intrepid herself attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors annually. Adding a space shuttle as an attraction could boost that number considerably.
Let’s hope NASA recognizes where it will get the most bang for its buck — right here in Manhattan.
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Sometimes an aircraft design is so right, so attuned to a special set of tasks that it flies on long after the production line shuts down. The Grumman Goose is that kind of plane, and the story of aviation in Alaska and western Canada would not be the same if this sturdy flying boat had never gotten off Grumman’s drawing board.
Rugged, roomy, powerful, and above all amphibian, the Goose can go anywhere. Its boat hull and retractable landing gear provide the ability to take off from and land on a runway or the water, so the Goose can get to places most aircraft can’t. Manufactured by Grumman Aeronautical Engineering Co., whose sturdy World War II combat aircraft earned the company its “Grumman Iron Works” reputation, the Goose is built like a battleship-or a tank. It can handle heavy loads, take a lot of punishment, and still operate economically. Its twin radial engines, mounted high on the wing to keep them relatively dry while maneuvering on the water, give it the kind of reliability that made naval aviators feel safe flying over the vast expanses of the Pacific Ocean.
The Goose was designed during the heyday of the flying boat in the late 1930s, when big, luxurious four-engined Boeing, Sikorsky, and Martin “Clippers” provided the well-heeled a glamorous means of travel to exotic locales. The more modestly scaled Goose-initially intended as a transport for wealthy Long Island businessmen-first flew in 1937. It soon caught the eye of the U.S. Navy, which eventually acquired two-thirds of its entire production. Originally designed to carry six passengers in luxury comparable to the big Clippers, the Goose became a Navy utility transport-a workhorse that could get people and equipment into and out of remote areas. From people and parts hauling to target towing to antisubmarine patrol with bombs and depth charges, the Goose did it all.
With the end of World War II, the big flying boats vanished from the world aviation scene. The biggest of them-Howard Hughes’ gigantic eight-engined “Spruce Goose”-flew just one mile before disappearing from public view in 1947. The Grumman Goose, on the other hand, has never fallen out of favor wherever people need transport to coastal and island locations. Forty of the 345 Gooses built by Grumman between 1937 and 1945 are still flying; some have even been converted from piston to turbine power. Thirty-four more are in museum collections, or being rebuilt or restored.
In this era of mass transit air travel, the Goose is an honest, old-fashioned aircraft that’s easy to love, and one that, after seventy years of service, still transports people and goods to places few modern aircraft can.
|Maximum Speed||201 mph||323 km/h|
|Cruise Speed||191 mph||307 km/h|
|Engine||Two Pratt & Whitney R-985-AN-1|
|Propeller||Hartzell three-blade constant speed|
|Maximum Range||695 nm||1,118 km|
|Service Ceiling||21,300 feet||6,492 meters|
|Fuel Capacity||200 gallons||757 liters|
|Empty Weight||5,425 pounds||2,460 kilograms|
|Maximum Gross Weight||12,500 pounds||5,670 kilograms|
|Length||30 feet, 3 inches||9.2 meters|
|Wingspan||48 feet||14.61 meters|
|Height||12 feet||3.66 meters|
Many factors affect flight planning and aircraft operation, including aircraft weight, weather, and runway surface. The recommended flight parameters listed below are intended to give approximations for flights at maximum takeoff or landing weight on a day with International Standard Atmosphere (ISA) conditions.
Important: These instructions are intended for use with Flight Simulator only and are no substitute for using the actual aircraft manual for real-world flight.
Note: As with all of the Flight Simulator aircraft, the V-speeds and checklists are located on the Kneeboard. To access the Kneeboard while flying, press SHIFT+F10, or on the Aircraft menu, click Kneeboard.
Note: All speeds provided in the Flight Notes are indicated airspeeds. If you’re using these speeds as reference, be sure that you select “Display Indicated Airspeed” in the Realism Settings dialog box. Speeds listed in the specifications table are shown as true airspeeds.
By default, this aircraft has full fuel and payload. Depending on atmospheric conditions, altitude, and other factors, you will not get the same performance at gross weight that you would with a lighter load.
Required runway length
Takeoff from hard runway: 1,000 feet (305 meters), no flaps
Landing on hard runway: 1,500 feet (457 meters), approach flaps fully extended to 60 degrees
Takeoff from water: Approximately a 15-second run
Landing on water: As appropriate
The length required for both takeoff and landing is a result of a number of factors such as aircraft weight, altitude, headwind, use of flaps, and ambient temperature. The figures here are conservative and assume:
Weight: 9,000 pounds (4,082 kilograms)
Altitude: Sea level
Wind: No headwind
Runway: Hard surface
Lower weights and temperatures result in better performance, as does having a headwind component. Higher altitudes and temperatures will degrade performance.
The engines are running by default when you begin a flight. If you shut the engines down, it is possible to initiate an auto-startup sequence by pressing CTRL+E on your keyboard. If you want to do the startup procedures manually, follow the checklist procedures on the Kneeboard.
- The throttle levers on the Goose control engine power, from idle to takeoff power. As you move the throttles forward engine power increases.
- The propeller levers are operated forward and aft for setting the required revolutions per minute (rpm) for various phases of flight.
On land, because the Goose is a taildragger, you may need to raise the seat (press SHIFT+ENTER). The normal power setting for taxiing is between 800-1,000 rpm (press F2 on the keyboard, or drag the power levers). You can lock the tailwheel during any long, straight portions of the taxi path to make directional control easier (press SHIFT+G).
For information about taxiing on water, see Flying Floatplanes in the Learning Center.
On the Goose, available flap settings are from 30-60 degrees. See the Kneeboard for the flap operating speeds.
Run through the Before Takeoff checklist found on the Kneeboard. With the aircraft aligned with the runway centerline, check that the propeller levers are full forward, and the tailwheel is locked. Directional control is maintained by use of the rudder pedals (twist the joystick, use rudder pedals, or press 0 (left) or ENTER (right) on the numeric keypad).
To reduce spray when taking off from the water, use the maximum takeoff manifold pressure of 36.5″ Hg. Hold the joystick back all the way until on the step. To learn more about flying amphibians, see Flying Floatplanes in the Learning Center.
- A takeoff from water with a full load and no wind will take about 15 seconds.
- Once airborne, raise the wing floats using the switch on the overhead panel (press SHIFT+6 to display the overhead panel).
- As soon as the aircraft is flying above 108 mph (93 knots), reduce power to 30″ Hg and 2,000 rpm.
Takeoff (hard surface)
- At approximately 40 mph (35 knots), the tail will come up (use the joystick or press the UP ARROW key to apply some forward pressure).
- At around 75 mph (65 knots), gently pull back on the controls to take off.
- As soon as the aircraft is showing a positive rate of climb on liftoff (both vertical speed and altitude are increasing), retract the landing gear (press G or drag the landing gear lever) and allow the speed to increase.
At 108 mph (93 knots), reduce power to 30″ Hg manifold pressure and 2,000 rpm. (Press F2, use the throttle control on your joystick, or drag the throttle levers to set the manifold pressure. Press CTRL+F2 or drag the propeller levers to set the rpm.) Maintain this speed while climbing to your cruising altitude.
Cruise altitude would normally be determined by winds, weather, and other factors. You might want to use these factors in your flight planning if you have weather systems along your route. Optimum altitude is the altitude that gives the best fuel economy for a given configuration and gross weight. A complete discussion about choosing altitudes is beyond the scope of this section.
Let’s say you’ve filed a flight plan for 5,000 feet (1,524 meters). Approaching your cruising altitude, begin leveling off at about 50 feet (15 meters) below your target altitude.
A typical cruise power setting in the Goose is 27″ Hg manifold pressure and 1,900 rpm, giving you an indicated airspeed of around 130 mph (113 knots) at 5,000 feet.
Remember that true airspeed is actually higher than indicated airspeed in thin, cold air. Experiment with power settings to find the setting that maintains the cruise speed and fuel consumption you want at the altitude that you choose.
A good descent profile includes knowing where to start down from cruise altitude and planning ahead for the approach. A good rule for determining when to start your descent is the 3-to-1 rule (three miles distance per thousand feet of altitude). Take your altitude in feet, drop the last three zeros, and multiply by 3.
For example, to descend from a cruise altitude of 5,000 feet (1,524 meters) to sea level:
5,000 minus the last three zeros is 5.
5 x 3=15
This means you should begin your descent 15 nautical miles from your destination, maintaining a speed of 130 mph (113 knots; it may not indicate this high until you descend into denser air) and a descent rate of 500 feet per minute. Add two extra miles for every 10 knots of tailwind.
In the Goose, adjust thrust during descent to maintain 130 mph (use the joystick throttle or press F2 to decrease thrust, or press F3 to increase thrust). The propeller lever should remain at 1,900 rpm.
As you near the approach phase of flight, bring the power back to 15″ and fly at 90 mph on downwind. When you intercept the glide slope or enter the downwind, set the flaps to 30 degrees (press F6 or click the flap lever).
- If you’re landing on the water, check that the landing gear is retracted.
- If you’re landing on a hard-surface runway, lower the landing gear (press G or click the landing gear lever). If the landing gear fails to lower automatically, press CTRL+G repeatedly to lower the gear manually.
Abeam the touchdown point, lower the flaps to 40 degrees. Turning base, go to full flaps.
Note: With full flaps, the approach angle is steep in this airplane. If you are new to the Goose, you may want to make the first few landings with flaps at 30 degrees. However, all water landings should be made with flaps set to 60 degrees.
Once committed to landing you should maintain 90 mph (78 knots).
Landing (water or hard surface)
The forward deck of the Grumman Goose is level when in a three-point attitude for landing. To learn more about three-point landings, see Flying Taildraggers in the Learning Center.
As you cross the threshold at around 50 feet (15 meters) AGL, maintain a slightly nose-low attitude with flaps down. Whether landing on the water or land, maintain this attitude to within a few feet of contact.
Raise the nose slightly to flare and slow the descent rate. Bring the power back to idle and hold some back pressure on the controls (hold the joystick aft or press the DOWN ARROW key). You should touch down at around 70-75 mph (65 knots).
On land, once the tail wheel is on the runway, apply the brakes (press the PERIOD key) to slow to taxi speed, exit the runway, and taxi to parking.
You can improve taxiing maneuverability in the water by lowering the landing gear. When approaching a beach with the intention of taxiing out of the water, it’s best to approach slowly and at an angle.
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S.S. White Technologies (Hall 4 Stand A4) has been selected to provide flexible rotary shafts for the Pratt & Whitney PW1000G engine’s nacelle. The shafts will transfer power on the variable area fan nozzle (VAFN) and synchronize actuators on the thrust reversers. The U.S. company has already provided two flexible rotary shafts for the thrust reverser rig, and previously supplied two flexible shafts for the VAFN test setup.
The PW1000G geared turbofan, which is to power the Bombardier CSeries, is the first to feature a VAFN. It is a variable duct that deploys at takeoff to increase the fan exit area. This protects the engine against possible fan resonance and flutter, according to nacelle manufacturer Goodrich. It also increases the bypass ratio, which helps to improve fuel efficiency.
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MOSCOW (Sputnik) — There has been no contact between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan recently, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Friday.
In January, the Turkish Foreign Ministry claimed a Russian Su-34 fighter jet had violated the country’s airspace. The Russian Defense Ministry has rejected the allegation, denying that any of its Air Force aircraft had violated Turkey’s airspace during operations in Syria. Putin was informed that Erdogan had expressed a desire to meet over the issue, according to Peskov.
"There has been no contact between the presidents of Russia and Turkey. I don’t know if any contact is being planned," Peskov told reporters.
Moscow said the Russian frontline bomber never crossed into Turkish territory and introduced a series of economic measures in response to its downing.
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Tropical Storm Alberto June 13, 2006Posted by jtintle in Earth, JAXA, NASA, People, Planets, Satellite, Space Agencies, Space Fotos, Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission (TRMM).
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Steve Lang (SSAI/NASA GSFC), Hal Pierce (SSAI/NASA GSFC), NASA, JAXA
Alberto began as a tropical depression on the morning of June 10, 2006, having formed from an area of low air pressure over the northwestern Caribbean Sea. This depression moved generally northwestward through the Yucatan Channel between western Cuba and the Yucatan Peninsula and into the south-central Gulf of Mexico. The system was rather poorly organized as a result of southwesterly wind shear. This shear pulled the weather system from the rounded shape of a typical tropical storm and gave Alberto an elongated center of circulation. Nonetheless, hurricane hunter aircraft and ships reported strong winds, and on that basis, the National Hurricane Center (NHC) classified the system as a tropical storm and gave it the name Alberto at 11:00 a.m. EDT on June 11.
This visualization shows data collected by the Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission satellite (TRMM) at 19:42 UTC (3:42 p.m. EDT) on June 11, 2006, soon after Alberto had become a tropical storm. It maps rain intensity as viewed by the TRMM satellite. Rain rates in the center swath are from the TRMM Precipitation Radar, and rain rates in the outer swath are from the TRMM Microwave Imager. The rain rates are overlaid on infrared data from the TRMM Visible Infrared Scanner. TRMM confirms that Alberto was poorly organized. The center of circulation is well to the southwest of the heavier rain areas (darker red and green areas). In fact, there is essentially no rain in the immediate vicinity of the center. This highly asymmetric structure results from wind shear. At the time of this image, Alberto was a weak tropical storm with maximum sustained winds of 70 kilometers per hour (45 miles per hour).
After these images were taken, however, the wind shear pushing the storm off center decreased, allowing Alberto to become better organized. On June 12, Alberto had become a strong tropical storm with maximum sustained winds of 110 km/hr (70 mph) according to the NHC, just below hurricane strength. The system was continuing to track to the northeast towards the coast of Florida, where a hurricane watch was in effect.
TRMM was launched in November 1997. From its low-earth orbit, TRMM has been providing valuable images and information on tropical weather systems using a combination of passive microwave and active radar sensors, including the first precipitation radar in space. TRMM is a joint mission between NASA and the Japanese space agency, JAXA.
Akari’s views of galaxy M81 May 25, 2006Posted by jtintle in AKARI, Deep Space, European Space Agency, JAXA, Satellite, Space Agencies, Space Fotos.
- These infrared images of the galaxy M81 were taken by the near- and mid-Infrared Camera (IRC) on board Akari. The observed wavelengths are 3, 4, 7, 11, 15, and 24 microns, respectively. M81 is a spiral galaxy located at a distance of about 12 million light years from us.The images at 3 and 4 microns show the distribution of stars in the inner part of the galaxy without any obscuration from intervening dust clouds. At 7 and 11 microns it is possible to see the radiation from organic materials in the interstellar gas of the galaxy. The distribution of the dust heated by young hot stars is exhibited in the images at 15 and 24 micron, showing that the star forming regions sit along the spiral arms of the galaxy.
AKARI images of reflection nebula IC4954 May 25, 2006Posted by jtintle in AKARI, Deep Space, JAXA, Space Fotos.
- These two images of the reflection nebula IC4954 were taken by the two instruments on board Akari – the Far-Infrared Surveyor (FIS) – on the left – and the near- and mid-Infrared Camera (IRC) – on the right. The observed wavelengths are 90 and 9 microns, respectively. The IC4954 region is situated at a distance of about 6000 light years from us and extends more than 10 light years across.In these first infrared images of this area it is possible to see individual stars that have recently been born. They are embedded in gas and dust and could not be seen in visible light. Is it also possible to see the gas clouds from which these stars are made.
Smooth Sections on Asteroid Itokawa December 28, 2005Posted by jtintle in APoD, Asteroid, Deep Space, Hayabusa, ISAS, Itokawa, JAXA, NASA, Space Fotos.
Explanation: Why are parts of this asteroid’s surface so smooth? No one is yet sure, but it may have to do with the dynamics of an asteroid that is a loose pile of rubble rather than a solid rock. The unusual asteroid is currently being visited by the Japanese spacecraft Hayabusa that is documenting its unusual structure and mysterious lack of craters. Last month, Hayabusa actually touched down on one of the smooth patches, dubbed the MUSES Sea, and collected soil samples that will eventually be returned to Earth for analysis. Unfortunately, the robot Hayabusa craft has been experiencing communications problems and so its departure for Earth has been delayed until 2007. Computer simulations show that 500-meter asteroid Itokawa may impact the Earth within the next few million years.
The Missing Craters of Asteroid Itokawa November 22, 2005Posted by jtintle in APoD, Asteroid, Hayabusa, ISAS, Itokawa, JAXA, NASA, Space Fotos.
Credit & Copyright: ISAS, JAXA Explanation: Where are the craters on asteroid Itokawa? No one knows. The Japanese robot probe Hayabusa recently approached the Earth-crossing asteroid and is returning pictures showing a surface unlike any other Solar System body yet photographed — a surface possibly devoid of craters. One possibility for the lack of common circular indentations is that asteroid Itokawa is a rubble pile — a bunch of rocks and ice chunks only loosely held together by a small amount of gravity. If so, craters might be filled in whenever the asteroid gets jiggled by a passing planet — Earth in this case. Alternatively, surface particles may become electrically charged by the Sun, levitate in the microgravity field, and move to fill in craters. Over the weekend, Hayabusa lowered itself to the surface of the strange asteroid in an effort to study the unusual body and collect surface samples that could be returned to Earth in 2007.
A Robot’s Shadow on Asteroid Itokawa November 17, 2005Posted by jtintle in APoD, Asteroid, Hayabusa, ISIS, Itokawa, JAXA, Space Fotos.
Explanation: What’s that unusual looking spot on asteroid Itokawa? It’s the shadow of the robot spacecraft Hayabusa that took the image. Japan‘s Hayabusa mission arrived at the asteroid in early September and has been imaging and maneuvering around the floating space mountain ever since. The above picture was taken earlier this month. Asteroid Itokawa spans about 300 meters. One scientific goal of the Hayabusa mission is to determine out how much ice, rock and trace elements reside on the asteroid’s surface, which should give indications about how asteroids and planets formed in the early Solar System. A can-sized robot MINERVA that was scheduled to hop around the asteroid’s surface has not, so far, functioned as hoped. Later this month, Hayabusa is scheduled to descend to asteroid Itokawa and collect surface samples in a return capsule. In December, Hayabusa will fire its rockets toward Earth and drop the return capsule down to Earth’s Australian outback in 2007 June.
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This digital unit G-Meter with a dual-dichroic display informs the pilot of acceleration experienced by the airframe as well as the range experienced during that flight. It has functions that include data storage, validation, and communications.
This all-digital instrument can be used as a total asset monitoring solution. Having the capability of addressing up to 32 nodes on a single communications bus allows this device to collect, store, and process data from devices throughout the aircraft. Duotech also offers a recorder converter that can measure and process discrete, continuous, and digital data around the aircraft.
Digital G-Meter Features:
- ±15 g Range
- RS-485 communications bus
- IrDA wireless communication
- 3 Axes Linear Acceleration
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- Night Vision Device (NVD) compatible (NVIS Green B, Class B)
- Expansion modules available
This device has been flight tested and military qualified through the following tests:
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Telemetry Cut, Incorrect Orbit Injection Mar Ariane 5 Launch
January 26, 2018
LYON, France—Arianespace suffered from two mishaps Jan. 25 in its first launch of the year, when the Ariane 5 rocket lost its telemetry link with the ground and placed both of its payload satellites into the wrong orbit.“A few seconds after ignition of the upper stage, the second tracking station...
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The leadership council for Mars 2020 science added two new members who represent the interests of scientists destined to handle and study the first samples from Red Planet.
PASADENA, Calif. (NASA/JPL-Caltech PR) — In the fall of 2019, the Mars 2020 rover team welcomed ten members to serve as Returned Sample Science Participating Scientists. Scheduled to launch in July 2020 as NASA’s next step in exploration of the Red Planet, the Mars 2020 mission will search for signs of past microbial life, characterizing the planet’s climate and geology, and will be the first planetary mission to collect and cache Martian rock core and dust samples. Subsequent missions, currently under consideration by NASA (in conjunction with the European Space Agency), would send spacecraft to Mars to collect these cached samples from the surface and return them to Earth for in-depth analysis.
Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin released a fact sheet about its programs when it opened its new Huntsville manufacturing facility on Monday. Below is an excerpt on the company’s advanced development programs and Blue Moon lunar lander.
BLUE ORIGIN FACT SHEET
Advanced Development Programs
Blue Origin is developing advanced technologies to enable space exploration and development, including a NASA Tipping Point contract to mature cryogenic liquid propulsion for integrated large-scale lunar lander applications and several years of progress on the Blue Moon Lunar Lander and its BE-7 lunar landing engine.
WASHINGTON (NASA PR) — NASA has selected 18 small research satellites from 11 states to fly as auxiliary payloads aboard rockets launching in 2021, 2022 and 2023. The selected CubeSats were proposed by educational institutions, nonprofit organizations and NASA centers in response to NASA’s CubeSat Launch Initiative (CSLI) call for proposals issued in August 2019.
Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin released a fact sheet about its programs when it opened its new Huntsville manufacturing facility on Monday. Below is an excerpt on the company’s New Glenn rocket and its BE-3, BE-4 and BE-7 engine development program.
BLUE ORIGIN FACT SHEET
Named after John Glenn, the first American astronaut to orbit Earth, New Glenn is a single configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of carrying people and payloads routinely to low Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable and built for 25 missions initially.
HOUSTON (NASA PR) — A variety of science investigations, along with supplies and equipment, launch to the International Space Station on the 20th SpaceX commercial resupply services mission. The Dragon cargo spacecraft is scheduled to leave Earth March 2 from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida. Its cargo includes research on particle foam manufacturing, water droplet formation, the human intestine and other cutting-edge investigations.
TAMPA, Fla. (Department of Justice PR) – Charles R. Resnick (69, Charlotte, NC, formerly from Florida) has pleaded guilty to one count of filing a false income tax return. He faces a maximum penalty of three years in federal prison. Resnick also agreed to make restitution to the Center for the Advancement of Science in Space (“CASIS”). A sentencing date has not yet been set.
According to the plea agreement, on October 15, 2013, Resnick filed a 2012 Individual Income Tax Return (IRS Form 1040), which he signed under penalty of perjury. On the return, Resnick attested that his total income for tax year 2012 was $225,947, when he knew that his income was substantially greater.
Resnick understated his total income by approximately $209,916 and failed to report approximately $158,000 in gross receipts that he had earned from consulting clients.
In addition, he improperly deducted business expenses in the approximate amount of $51,500, despite the facts that (1) he had been reimbursed for the expenses and (2) some of the deducted expenses were not ordinary and necessary business expenses.
For sentencing purposes, Resnick is responsible for the total tax loss for tax years 2010 through and including 2013. That amount will be determined at sentencing.
This case was investigated by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Office of Inspector General and the Internal Revenue Service-Criminal Investigation. It is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Rachelle DesVaux Bedke.
WASHINGTON (NASA PR) — Today the Hyper-Angular Rainbow Polarimeter (HARP) CubeSat made history by becoming the 100th CubeSat Launch Initiative (CSLI) selected mission deployed into space. This mission marks nearly 12 years of the CSLI providing CubeSat developers rideshare opportunities to space via Educational Launch of Nanosatellites (ELaNa) missions.
Senate and House committees held hearings on consecutive days last week about space situational awareness (SSA) and space traffic management (STM), i.e., the ability to accurately track objects in Earth orbit and to avoid dangerous collisions that could knock out satellites and even render entire orbits unusable.
The overall conclusion was that, although progress is being made, we’re not nearly as aware as we need to be as orbital debris poses an ever bigger problem and companies prepare to launch tens of thousands of new satellites.
“Near Earth space is geo-politically contested, it’s commercially contested and it’s in dire need of environmental protection because it is a finite resource,” said Moriba Jah, an associate professor of astronautics at the University of Texas.
DLR Göttingen has tested a payload platform for the International Space Station
The Bartolomeo platform was developed by Airbus
Commercial users will be able to conduct experiments in space more quickly and with increased cost effectiveness
Göttingen, Germany (DLR ) — The German Aerospace Center (Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt; DLR) has tested a new type of payload platform created by Airbus for the International Space Station (ISS). Researchers at DLR in Göttingen investigated the vibration behaviour of the component in order to rule out any potentially dangerous vibrations during launch or while in service.
HUNTSVILLE, Ala., February 17, 2020 (Blue Origin PR) —Today, Blue Origin opened its rocket engine production facility in Huntsville, AL. The world-class engine manufacturing facility in The Rocket City will conduct high rate production of the BE-4 and BE-3U engines. These engines will undergo testing at NASA Marshall Space Flight Center on the historic Test Stand 4670. BE-7, our lunar landing engine, is also currently in test at NASA Marshall.
“At the core of every successful launch vehicle program are the engines that power those vehicles to space. Early on in Blue Origin’s history, we made a crucial decision to invest in developing the next generation of reusable rocket engines. And now, it’s an exciting time for Blue, our partners and this country –we are on the path to deliver on our promise to end the reliance on Russian made engines – and it’s all happening right here, right now, in the great state of Alabama. We couldn’t be prouder to call this our home for engine production,” said Bob Smith, CEO of Blue Origin.
Blue will add more than 300 jobs to the local economy with an investment of over $200 million in the facility.
WALLOPS, Va. (NASA PR) — A Northrop Grumman Cygnus resupply spacecraft is on its way to the International Space Station with about 7,500 pounds of science investigations and cargo after launching at 3:21 p.m. EST Saturday from NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia.
The spacecraft launched on an Antares 230+ rocket from the Virginia Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport’s Pad 0A at Wallops and is scheduled to arrive at the space station at about 4:05 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18. Coverage of the spacecraft’s approach and arrival will begin at 2:30 a.m. on NASA Television and the agency’s website.
HAMPTON, Va. (NASA PR) — Almost a quarter of a million miles away from home, the Moon’s permanently shadowed regions are the closest extraterrestrial water source. These craters have remained dark for billions of years, but student-developed technologies can help shine light on all they have to offer.
On Feb. 11, NASA’s OSIRIS-REx spacecraft safely executed a 0.4-mile (620-m) flyover of the backup sample collection site Osprey as part of the mission’s Reconnaissance B phase activities.
Preliminary telemetry, however, indicates that the OSIRIS-REx Laser Altimeter (OLA) did not operate as expected during the 11-hour event. The OLA instrument was scheduled to provide ranging data to the spacecraft’s PolyCam imager, which would allow the camera to focus while imaging the area around the sample collection site. Consequently, the PolyCam images from the flyover are likely out of focus.
The other science instruments, including the MapCam imager, the OSIRIS-REx Thermal Emissions Spectrometer (OTES), and the OSIRIS-REx Visual and InfraRed Spectrometer (OVIRS), all performed nominally during the flyover. These instruments and the spacecraft continue in normal operations in orbit around asteroid Bennu.
The mission team is currently reviewing the available data from the flyover in order to fully assess the OLA instrument. The entire data set from the flyover, including the PolyCam images, will be completely downlinked from the spacecraft next week and will provide additional insight into any impact that the loss of the OLA data may have.
OLA has already completed all of its principal requirements for the OSIRIS-REx mission. OLA’s scans of Bennu’s surface were used to create the high-resolution 3D global maps of Bennu’s topography that were crucial for selecting the primary and backup sample collection sites last fall.
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A couple was kicked off a flight due to “bad body odour” and filed a federal complaint against American Airlines, claiming religious and racial discrimination.
Yehuda Yosef Adler and Jennie Adler described their “unbearable humiliation, embarrassment, and mental and emotional anguish” in the legal lawsuit they filed. As a result of their “bad body odour,” the family was informed they couldn’t board the aircraft, according to Yossi.
According to reports, passengers had complained that they smelt awful. The family was kicked off the aeroplane, according to Yossi, a 36-year-old business consultant, who believes they did not smell. Yossi further alleges this is because they are Jewish.
After they removed us, they abruptly shut the gate and announced, “Sorry sir, some people complained you had body odour and we’re not letting you back on.” The family claims that once they were removed from the aircraft, they were promised that their luggage would be given to them, but that didn’t happen and they were left with little more than the clothing on their backs.
Orthodox Jews the couple and their daughter were sitting when a gate attendant allegedly said to Yehuda Yosef Adler: “Sir, there’s an emergency and you must deplane,” according to the lawsuit.
American Airlines released the following statement: “Mr. Adler and his wife were removed from the flight after many customers complained about the odour of their bodies. In addition to receiving meal vouchers, they get a hotel reservation for the night. The legal action taken by the Adler family doesn’t appear to have progressed since 2020.
An A320 plane flew for 28 minutes with both pilots asleep
In a startling incident, an Airbus A320 operated by an Indonesian airline, Batik Air, flew for a harrowing 28 minutes with both pilots asleep at the controls.
The alarming event unfolded on Batik Air Flight 6723, carrying 153 passengers, en route to Soekarno–Hatta International Airport in Jakarta. The saga began when the first officer allowed the captain to take a nap, only to fatigue himself, attributing his drowsiness to caring for his one-month-old twins. As the pilots dozed off, the aircraft veered off-course, prompting concerns from air traffic control (ATC) who lost contact with the flight 90 minutes into its journey.
Despite the pilots being unresponsive for nearly half an hour, ATC managed to track the aircraft using radar as it covered a staggering 210 nautical miles, equivalent to the distance between New York and Washington, D.C. The captain eventually woke up, realizing the perilous situation and rousing his co-pilot.
After correcting the flight path, the captain attributed the radio silence to a “communication problem,” and the plane eventually touched down safely in Jakarta. However, the incident sparked widespread concern and investigation by Indonesia’s transport ministry.
A preliminary report revealed that the second-in-command had not rested adequately before the flight, shedding light on the potential dangers of pilot fatigue. While the identities of the pilots remained undisclosed, the incident underscored the critical importance of ensuring crew members are well-rested and fit for duty.
Despite the gravity of the situation, the swift actions of the awakened captain averted disaster, emphasizing the necessity for robust safety protocols and measures within the aviation industry.
Ex-Cathay Pacific A330-300 Destroyed by Fire during Long-Term Storage at Spain
In a dramatic turn of events, an ex-Cathay Pacific Airbus A330 met a fiery end at Ciudad Real Airport in Spain. The aircraft, with a distinguished service history spanning 28 years, was resting in long-term storage at the airport when disaster struck.
Reports emerged detailing the unfortunate incident, painting a picture of destruction and chaos. The once majestic A330, bearing the serial number MSN113, became engulfed in flames while undergoing dismantling procedures. What began as a routine process turned into a nightmare as a fire erupted in the aircraft’s tail section, quickly spreading to consume the entire fuselage.
Emergency responders, including the Civil Guard, medical teams, and law enforcement personnel, swiftly descended upon the scene to contain the inferno. Despite the intensity of the blaze, their coordinated efforts prevented any injuries among both the public and the brave individuals working to quell the flames.
By mid-afternoon, the Ciudad Real fire service declared victory over the fire, announcing its successful extinguishment. However, the aftermath left behind a trail of questions and concerns. Authorities launched an investigation into the cause of the blaze, with initial findings shrouded in mystery.
The head of the airport expressed astonishment at the unprecedented event, highlighting it as the first instance where airport infrastructure had to grapple with such a significant fire-related challenge. As the investigation unfolds, the aviation community awaits answers, hoping to shed light on the circumstances leading to the demise of the retired Airbus A330.
Air India’s last VVIP Boeing 747 now found a new home in USA
In a symbolic transition marking the end of a storied chapter in aviation history, Air India bid farewell to its last remaining Boeing 747-400 jumbo jetliners, once revered for ferrying dignitaries including prime ministers, presidents, and vice presidents.
The sale of these iconic aircraft to AerSale, a company based in the United States, signals the closure of a remarkable era for the airline.
The decision to part ways with the Boeing 747s was driven by practical considerations. Tata Group, the new custodian of airindia flights, deemed these majestic planes uneconomical to operate in today’s aviation landscape. As such, out of the four sold, two will be repurposed into freighters, while the remaining pair will be meticulously disassembled to harness their valuable parts.
The transaction, orchestrated by Mumbai-based Vman Aviation Services, underscores the strategic shift in Air India’s fleet management strategy under its new ownership. Tata Group’s decision to divest from the 747s reflects a commitment to optimizing operational efficiency and aligning with contemporary industry standards.
Skytech-AIC, a UK-based remarketing firm engaged by Tata Group, facilitated the sale of these iconic aircraft, marking the conclusion of their illustrious service with Air India. The airline’s last flight featuring the Boeing 747 took to the skies between Delhi and Mumbai in March 2021, encapsulating decades of distinguished service and indelible memories.
The allure of used aircraft parts continues to resonate across the aviation sector, offering operators a cost-effective alternative without compromising on quality or performance. The transfer of these aircraft to AerSale not only ensures their continued utility but also underscores the enduring legacy of Air India’s fleet.
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BS in technical field, such as engineering and computer science and 10 years with space or aeronautical systems engineering & integration programs and projects. 5 of which should include the following:
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Pride L-39 Ground School
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Pride Aircraft offers a
comprehensive, three-day ground school which meets all FAA
ground-training requirements for an Experimental Aircraft Authorization in
the Aero L-39 aircraft.
In 2004, this
new rating replaced the previously-issued Letter of Authorization (LOA). The
Pride Ground School was the first such course approved by the FAA, It
has received accolades from numerous aircraft owners and operators,
warbird organizations, insurance companies, and the FAA itself.
The Pride Ground School
is designed to prepare pilots for a safe and expeditious transition into
the L-39. It has trained pilots of widely-varied backgrounds
and experience levels.
Pride flight instructors are ex-military fighter pilots and former
Instructor Pilots (IPs). They are now flying as both professional
airline pilots and "warbird" Instructor Pilots. They have many
years of high-performance jet time and professional teaching experience.
The Pride facility is located in Rockford,
Illinois. It includes a large, bright classroom; aircraft engine and
systems cutaways and demonstration models; a full-size Cockpit-Procedure
Trainer (CPT) / Egress Trainer; a modern PowerPoint instructional
syllabus; personalized instructional tools; and a well-equipped pilot
lounge and break room. We also have a hangar full of actual L-39
aircraft for use in the hands-on section of the class.
The Ground School includes 24 hours of classroom instruction and 6 hours
of hands-on "field training," and covers the following subjects:
- L-39 History
- Fight Manual
Definitions and Overview
- Aircraft Manual
Protocols and Conventions
- Cockpit Orientation
Instrumentation, Controls and Indicators
- Engine Operation and
- Aircraft Systems
Operation and Limitations
- Normal Procedures and
- Emergency Procedures
and Immediate Action Items
- Oxygen and
- Ground Egress,
Bailout, Ejection and Parachute Operations
- Auxiliary Equipment
- Pilot Techniques and
- FARs, Pilot
Certification and Aircraft Licensing Requirements
- Flight Physiology and
- High Altitude
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- Pre-Flight Inspection
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- Systems Quizzes and
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Your reference materials, which are provided upon arrival, will include
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copies of all PowerPoint slides; color diagrams and cockpit photos,
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Contact us for current course cost. Our fee includes all course materials. As an added bonus,
graduates of our school may attend the class again, for free, anytime
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Lunch is provided each
The pilot requirements for an Experimental Aircraft Authorization are the
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Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Aircraft Structure Lift and Basic Aerodynamics
Weight is the combined load of the airplane itself, the crew, the fuel, and the cargo or baggage. Weight pulls the airplane downward because of the force of gravity. It opposes lift, and acts vertically downward through the airplane’s center of gravity (CG).
Lift opposes the downward force of weight, is produced by the dynamic effect of the air acting on the wing, and acts perpendicular to the flightpath through the wing’s center of lift.
Drag is a rearward, retarding force, and is caused by disruption of airflow by the wing, fuselage, and other protruding objects. Drag opposes thrust, and acts rearward parallel to the relative wind. Aircraft becomes unstable. [Figure 2-3] The CG is computed during initial design and construction, and is further affected by the installation of onboard equipment, aircraft loading, and other factors.
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Omega Releases New Moonwatch Straps
Prepare your watch for blast-off.
Luxury watchmaker Omega has a particular set of bragging rights: the company made the first watch to land on the moon. Lance Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin wore Omega Speedmaster watches during their historic Apollo 11 mission in 1969. This model has been on the market since 1957, but the astronauts didn’t wear the version we’re used to seeing. A metal band would have been cumbersome in space, and it wouldn’t have fit easily over their spacesuits. Adjustable velcro bands were the solution. In a nod to that history, these space-ready watch straps are available for purchase in black, white, or silver.
The straps are designed to pair with the iconic Speedmaster Moonwatch and feature the NASA “meatball” logo on the shorter end of a unique two-piece design. Omega collaborated with NASA on the straps, aiming to capture the optimism and excitement of the moon landing made possible by the famous space agency. The new Moonwatch straps make the perfect gift for any proud Speedmaster owner and space travel buff.
The Speedmaster itself, which recently received a Master Chronometer certification, is remarkably precise and beautifully designed, with prices starting around $5,000. The new Moonwatch straps aren’t quite so expensive; they will be available at boutiques for $190.
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Wed, Dec 12, 2012
Practice Intercept Flights Test Responses, Systems, Equipment
North American Aerospace Defense Command conducted exercise flights over Minnesota northwest of Duluth Tuesday, practicing intercept and identification procedures. The fighter jets were scheduled to fly near Sturgeon River in close proximity to military or military contracted aircraft taking on the role of an intercepted aircraft. The jets are often visible or audibly noticeable to the general public during such operations. Flights are generally scheduled in the early morning hours, but can be delayed by inclement weather.
In order to test responses, systems and equipment, NORAD continuously conducts exercises with a variety of scenarios, including airspace restriction violations, hijackings and responding to unknown aircraft. All NORAD exercises are carefully planned and closely controlled.
NORAD has conducted exercise flights of this nature throughout Canada and the U.S. since the start of Operation Noble Eagle, the command’s response to the terrorist attacks that occurred on Sept. 11, 2001.
NORAD is the bi-national Canadian and American command that provides maritime warning, aerospace warning and aerospace control for Canada and the United States. The command has three subordinate regional headquarters: the Alaskan NORAD Region at Elmendorf Air Force Base, Alaska; the Canadian NORAD Region at Canadian Forces Base Winnipeg, Manitoba; and the Continental NORAD Region at Tyndall Air Force Base, FL.
(File photo of NORAD F-16 "intercepting" a CAP aircraft during practice)
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Kepler-452b revolves around a sun much like our own.
This year marks the 150th anniversary of an autopsy report describing the first known case of a sexual development disorder.
One more organism has taken a giant leap and gone into space, the humble lichen (really more than one species, as we all know that lichens are composites of algae and fungi). The European Space agency removed the lichens from the comfort of their rock dwelling and blasted them off on a Soyuz rocket where they were subjected to the cold vacuum of space for just under 15 days. Their tough mineral coating seemingly protecting them from the whole spectrum of UV radiation and cosmic rays. The two
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SCIENCE IN THE NEWS DAILY
Two Colorado Companies Create Less-Costly Vehicle to Send into Stratosphere
from the Denver Post
COLORADO SPRINGS -- George Bye and Ron Oholendt are a couple of retired "flyboys" who share the same dream of getting an unmanned airship to the stratosphere.
The former Air Force entrepreneurs think that StarLight--a two-stage system with a planelike vehicle suspended below a massive gas-filled balloon--is the answer to a longtime challenge. There had to be a less-costly way to send instruments for surveillance and telecommunications into the upper atmosphere where they could operate for long periods.
"The problem was people took what worked in low altitude and tried it at high altitude, and that didn't work," said Oholendt, president of Global Near Space Services of Colorado Springs. Oholendt and Bye, chief executive of Bye Aerospace of Englewood, discarded a 70-year-old design for an airship that resembles a blimp. Instead, Oholendt's company turned to a "lighter-than-air" concept of a 300-foot-long, 290-foot-high and 90-foot-thick balloon.
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Lawyers acting for some of the families of those on board said earlier
that the fact the battery had not been replaced could be key in any
legal action against the airline.
Updated : March 18, 2015, 10:39 am
Two objects were spotted floating in the southern Indian Ocean off Australia that
officials said could be debris from the jetliner missing for 12 days
with 239 people on board.
Updated : March 30, 2014, 8:46 am
A US official said the Boeing 777-200 wasn't transmitting data to the satellite, but sending out a signal to establish contact. Boeing offers a satellite service that can receive a stream of data during flight on how the aircraft is functioning.
Updated : March 25, 2014, 6:10 pm
Malaysia Prime Minister Najib Razak says satellite analysis shows Malaysia Airlines plane's last position was West of Perth.
Updated : March 24, 2014, 11:57 pm
Authorities have said someone on board the plane first disabled one of
its communications systems - the Aircraft and Communications Addressing
and Reporting System, or ACARS - at 1:07 a.m.
Updated : March 24, 2014, 1:51 pm
The latest lead comes as the international search for Malaysian Airlines Flight MH370 entered its third week, with still no confirmed trace of
the Boeing 777 that vanished with 239 people on board.
Updated : March 24, 2014, 7:20 am
Sunday's search will be a visual search, Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) rescue spokesman Mike Barton said.
Updated : March 23, 2014, 1:31 pm
Investigators said a crew member, more likely the pilot or the co-pilot, or someone on board with detailed knowledge of flying could have flown the plane off-course.
Updated : March 23, 2014, 5:13 am
The investigators claim that the conversation began from a point when
the flight was already sabotaged and their reports state that the
conversation seemed "perfectly routine" but however two odd features
Updated : March 22, 2014, 8:27 pm
Malaysian minister says investigators are trying to retrieve the data and Captain Zaharie Ahmad Shah is innocent until proven guilty of any wrongdoing. Profile of passengers and crew on board missing Malaysia plane
Updated : March 20, 2014, 3:58 am
The officials have revealed a new timeline suggesting the final voice transmission from the cockpit of the missing plane may have occurred before any of its communications systems were disabled, adding more uncertainty about who aboard might have been to blame.
Updated : March 20, 2014, 3:56 am
Investigators are convinced that someone with deep knowledge of the
Boeing 777-200ER and commercial navigation diverted the jet, carrying 12 crew and 227 mainly Chinese passengers. Thai Air Force radar detects plane, shares data with Malaysia
Updated : March 18, 2014, 8:29 pm
Most of the 239 passengers on board MH370 are Chinese; families vented anger on Chinese representatives sent by the
airline to meet them on Tuesday.
Updated : March 18, 2014, 7:28 pm
The officials are looking at the possibility whether the plane -with 239 people on board including five Indians and one Indian-Canadian - had
taken advantage of the busy airways over the Bay of Bengal and avoided
suspicion of military radars.
Updated : March 17, 2014, 6:10 pm
Interpol knew about stolen passports that two passengers used to board
an ill-fated Malaysia Airlines flight bound for China, but no country
checked the police agency's vast database on stolen documents
beforehand. Anxious wait for kin of Indians on missing Malaysian plane?
Updated : March 10, 2014, 9:14 am
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NASA Knew Columbia Crew Could Die But Chose Not To Tell Them
(RAW STORY) A NASA flight director has revealed that personnel on the ground knew in 2003 that the Space Shuttle Columbia would not likely survive re-entry, but chose not to inform the vessel’s crew. According to an ABC News report from Thursday, when faced with the choice of letting the astronauts die trying to come home or leaving them to orbit until their air ran out, high-ranking NASA officials chose to let the Columbia crew die in ignorance of what was to befall them.
Wayne Hale, who became a Space Shuttle program manager in the years after the Columbia disaster, wrote on his blog Thursday about the meeting among ground personnel at Johnson Space Center as they grappled with the decision. Video of Columbia’s takeoff showed a briefcase-sized chunk of foam breaking off an engine and colliding with the shuttle’s wing, gouging a hole in the shield designed to protect the craft from the furious heat generated as it crossed from the vacuum of space into the atmosphere.
When it became clear that the orbiter was seriously damaged and likely wouldn’t survive re-entry, Flight Director Jon Harpold said to Hale and others at the meeting, “You know, there is nothing we can do about damage to the TPS (Thermal Protection System). If it has been damaged it’s probably better not to know. I think the crew would rather not know. Don’t you think it would be better for them to have a happy successful flight and die unexpectedly during entry than to stay on orbit, knowing that there was nothing to be done, until the air ran out?”
On Feb. 3, 2003, engineers and managers watched helplessly as the vehicle broke up into a trail of fireballs in the upper atmosphere, killing all 7 astronauts on board. The crew was made up of five men and two women, David Brown, Rick Husband, Laurel Clark, Kalpana Chawla, Michael Anderson, William McCool and Ilan Ramon.
The surviving children of the astronauts will take part in a commemorative ceremony to be held on the 10th anniversary of the accident on Friday.
UPDATE: [Ed. note: The original headline of the piece reflected more scientific certainty than was available at the time of the explosion and has been updated to better reflect the scientific uncertainty with which scientists and engineers struggled. The complete quote from Hale’s journal of the incident is as follows,
Jon Harpold was the Director of Mission Operations, my supreme boss as a Flight Director. He had spent his early career in shuttle entry analysis. He knew more about shuttle entry than anybody; the guidance, the navigation, the flight control, the thermal environments and how to control them. After one of the MMTs when possible damage to the orbiter was discussed, he gave me his opinion: “You know, there is nothing we can do about damage to the TPS. If it has been damaged it’s probably better not to know. I think the crew would rather not know. Don’t you think it would be better for them to have a happy successful flight and die unexpectedly during entry than to stay on orbit, knowing that there was nothing to be done, until the air ran out?”
I was hard pressed to disagree. That mindset was widespread. Astronauts agreed. So don’t blame an individual; looks for the organizational factors that lead to that kind of a mindset. Don’t let them in your organization.
After the accident, when we were reconstituting the Mission Management Team, my words to them were “We are never ever going to say that there is nothing we can do.” That is hindsight.
From Hale’s blog post and a 2003 interview with ABC by engineer Rodney Rocha, it appears that while some people thought the uncertainty of the damage could be put to rest before a decision about reentry needed to be made, the bureaucracy at NASA reportedly stifled the ability of engineers to make a concrete determination.]
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|Photographic Portfolio of 2014
Images and photographic notes of my successes for the year
|Each year I like to produce a collection of my best and favourite images. Most have been published in books and magazines and possibly in conjunction with features and as such were chosen by the editor in question. I hope you like this snapshot of my best work from 2014.
|338 Mira F-4E(AUP) Phantom II (01524)
One of my favourite images from an amazing photo shoot in Greece
(DSLR full-frame sensor + Canon EF 400mm f2.8 L IS Mk.II plus x1.4 extender at 1/1250 f.8 ISO 200 -2/3 stop exposure compensation).
Hellenic Air Force F-4E(AUP) Phantom Painting, by Fran Richley
A new friend of mine approached me last year wanting to paint one of my images. After some debate we decided on an image of an Hellenic Air Force F-4E(AUP) Phantom flown at low-level by an exceptional pilot I know. On completion a limited edition of 120 prints (signed by the pilot, myself and Fran the painter) have been produced, two of which we have sent to the pilot, one for him personally and one for 338 Squadron at Andravida.
If you like aviation art then please visit Fran Richley's website at Action-Art.
|Low level flying portfolio - Click here for more images and reports.
This is my real passion. Finding a steep sided valley and waiting for some fast jet action is very relaxing. You might only get one or two jets in a day, but who cares? The scenery is often stunning and when you are alone it gives you a good chance to unwind from the pressures of life. The anticipation of a jet flying up your valley is exciting. The thrill of capturing a jet with the ground as a backdrop is more than you can imagine.
|Air to air portfolio - Click here for more images and reports.
|Five images including back cover for European Air Forces Directory 2014/15 published by Ian Carroll / Mach III.
Swedish Air Force Saab JAS 39C Gripen (39233 '233' and 39230 '230').
Finnish Air Force (Ilmavoimat) Hawk T.51A (HW-355) Mach loop September 2013.
Hellenic Air Force T-2E Buckeye (160066) at Kalamata in November 2013.
Swedish Air Force North American (NA-265-60) Tp86 Sabreliner 40 (86-001) at RAF Northolt night photo shoot.
French Army Aviation EC665 Tigre (2031 'BHX') during exercise Marne 2013 in May 2013.
|Beyond the Horizon – The History of AEW&C Aircraft by Ian Shaw with Sérgio Santana My image was used in the section on the Boeing E-3 Sentry, it was presented with the caption: 'During the conflicts in the Balkans, Royal Air Force E-3Ds frequently teamed up with Panavia Tornado F.3 interceptors'.
|On base and exercises portfolio - I visited a number of bases in 2014, click here for more images and reports.
|My written article for Pacific Wings magazine; 'Flying the Fox One' (2,100 words and ten images).
|Air shows, Museums and Classic Aircraft portfolio - I covered just a few air shows in 2014, click here for more images and reports.
|FlyPast magazine March 2014, double page image of Canberra PR.9 (XH134 registered G-OMHD) for the article; 'Eye in the sky' on the PR.9 the best of the photo-recce Canberras.
FlyPast magazine April 2014, image for air show guide.
|Five images for DH Moth Club's program for the 2014 rally at Woburn Abbey see also Woburn 2014
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Nexam Chemical (Lund, Sweden) has introduced NEXIMID MHT-R, a new easy-to-process polyimide resin for use in high-temperature applications, with a Tg of more than 400°C. The resin is primarily intended for use in resin transfer molding (RTM) of high-temperature composite parts for the aerospace industry. Nexam says other applications, such as machine manufacturing industry and different transport sectors, will also benefit from this material where metal replacement of parts exposed for high temperatures are possible. NEXIMID MHT-R is based on Nexam Chemical’s crosslinkers NEXIMID 100 (PEPA) and the its NEXIMID 400 (EBPA) in combination with other high-temperature resistant monomers. Features of this polyimide include a high Tg from 330°C and up to 420°C via post-curing, and very low melt viscosity at processing temperatures.
Editor PickSeriforge: A new paradigm for composite preforms
Silicon Valley startup aims to produce complex 3D carbon fiber preforms with z-axis reinforcement at mass production scale using automated processing lines.
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Austrian company Schiebel, in collaboration with Thales, has tested the capabilities of its Camcopter S-100 uncrewed aerial system (UAS) to relay acoustic buoy surveillance.
The UAS was tested during Nato’s recent exercise Robotic Experimentation and Prototyping using Maritime Uncrewed Systems 2022 (REPMUS-22).
Led by the Portuguese Navy, REPMUS-22 was conducted in Portugal’s Troia Peninsula region.
REPMUS22 saw the participation of as many as 25 navies, around 20 research and development companies, two universities and eight other Nato entities.
The exercise involved both companies working under a pre-determined scenario that was chosen by Nato.
The UAS was required to safeguard a strategic port and monitor an enemy submarine from reaching it.
Under this scenario, the two companies deployed a Camcopter UAS, equipped with a relay box, a Wescam MX-8 electro-optical/infrared sensor and Thales’ BlueScan data relay sensor.
The relay system was primarily responsible for monitoring the data transmission process from sonobuoys and sending this data to the command cell deployed ashore.
This ensured the detection and classification of any potential enemy submarines.
The next step included the successful data processing on the land by using Thales’ Bluetracker sonobuoy processing system.
According to Thales, the other alternative for processing this data was by deploying a frigate cruising off the coast combined with an aerial vehicle such as a maritime patrol aircraft or a helicopter.
Deployment of an uncrewed aircraft allowed the participant naval forces to experience new challenges in a situation that involved limited human resources.
The test validated Camcopter S-100 UAS’ capabilities to be deployed as an anti-submarine warfare system.
During the same exercise, Airbus also tested a sub-scale prototype of its new ‘cargo copter’ UAS.
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Bengaluru: Aereo (formerly Aarav Unmanned Systems) has received its first set of disbursements from the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for drones and drone components.
MoCA has disbursed an amount of Rs 30 crore to 12 beneficiaries for the fiscal year FY 2022-2023, according to an official statement released on Thursday.
After receiving the incentive, Vipul Singh, Co-founder, CEO, Aereo, said, “The first PLI disbursement marks a milestone for indigenous drone technology in India. We are extremely thankful to the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) for the timely release of this amount.
The PLI incentive will enable Aereo to expand its operations across and beyond the nation, and also accelerate indigenous R&D in the country. Along with PLI we also look forward to a Design Linked Incentive (DLI) in the next year that will further strengthen the booming drone industry.”
The PLI scheme for drones and drone components was announced in September 2021. Following that, a total of 23 drone companies were provisionally shortlisted in July 2022 for the incentives under this scheme.
However, after due diligence by the government, only six drone manufacturers and as many drone component manufacturers received the first incentives from the aviation ministry in April 2023. Aereo is one of six drone manufacturers to receive the incentive.
Aereo was the first company to develop a DGCA-certified survey-grade PPK drone in India. It has mapped over 40,000 villages under the SVAMITVA scheme of GOI and close to 25,000 square kilometres in the state of Haryana under large scale mapping.
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Aircraft synthetic vision system is an aviation technology that provides the database of runways, terrains, airports, obstacles, and flight plan information to build a virtual environment that corresponds to the real world. It combines this database with the computing platform, position sensor, and display to provide a computer generated perspective view to the pilot. This system helps to enhance the situational awareness of the pilot by providing a lucid image of the external environment during night time or low visibility conditions.
The aircraft synthetic vision system gives the pilot a very intuitive and natural view of the terrain features ahead. Thus, aircraft synthetic vision systems have enhanced the operational capability of aircrafts by reducing the chances of accidents. It consists of a low cost synthetic flight bag portable system which implements moving map, synthetic vision, and route planning in a single hardware and software package. Synthetic vision technology helps to reduce accidents which are caused due to loss of control, CFIT, and runway incursion.
The major factor which is driving the growth of the aircraft synthetic vision system market is the rising Controlled Flight into Terrain (CFIT). CFIT is an event in which an aircraft which is under pilot control accidentally flows into the water, ground, mountain, or any obstacle. In such conditions, pilots are generally unaware of the danger before it is too late. CFIT has led to constant safety improvements in commercial aircrafts and general aviation sectors, thereby increasing the demand for aircraft synthetic vision systems.
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The major cause of CFIT accidents is the lack of awareness of the surrounding terrain, while working in poor visibility due to bad weather or at night. With current cockpits, pilots rely heavily on paper charts in order to understand their ongoing operations with the nearby threatening terrain. For this purpose, pilots locate their position on the charts with the help of radio navigation aids, thereby projecting their relative location on the chart. This adds to the workload of the pilot, especially during descent landing and climb to cruise altitudes. Research activities conducted by NASA under the Aviation Safety Program (AvSP) are paving the way for aircraft synthetic vision systems.
The major opportunity for the market lies in the incorporation of more advanced and innovative technology in existing aircraft synthetic vision systems. This would facilitate aircrafts to work in more demanding environment conditions having very low visibility. Moreover, global positioning system (GPS) is expected to provide an alternative source of approach for navigating these aircrafts in future. Growing demand for synthetic surveillance systems (SVS) and rotorcraft platforms, growing retrofit market, and improved safety standard are also some of the drivers for market growth.
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INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS FROM INDIA
Etihad to start direct flights between Kolkata and Abu Dhabi from Sunday
Etihad Airways will resume flight services between Kolkata and Abu Dhabi on Sunday, the airlines said. The flights, to be available every day, will be operated with an Airbus A320 aircraft, offering eight seats in business class and 150 in economy class, it said.
India's G20 presidency: Three-day meet on disaster management to be held in Gujarat from March 30
While the first meeting on 'Environment and Climate Sustainability' will take place between March 27 and 29 in Gandhinagar, this second meeting of 'Disaster Risk Reduction Working Group" will be held from March 30 till April 1, said Indian Administrative Service official Mona Khandhar, who is coordinating G20 events in Gujarat.
Now sync your air travel with Uber via email integration in India
Ride-hailing major Uber on Thursday introduced a new feature where riders in India can opt to sync their air travel plans with the platform via email integration.
Water falls to its own level
Over the past 50 years, policies have allowed what amounts to a free-for-all in groundwater development, and as the crisis has grown, it has been met with continued neglect, mismanagement and overall indifference. Estimates put India's groundwater use at roughly one-quarter of the global usage with total usage surpassing that of China and the US combined.
Cockroaches, broken seats! UN diplomat shares his Air India flight experience
"Air India 102 JFK to Delhi was my worst flight experience: broken seats, no entertainment/call buttons/reading lights, cockroaches," the UN diplomat shared in a Twitter post
Air India urination case: Woman victim moves SC for guidelines on unruly behaviour
The petitioner in the Air India urination case has moved the Supreme Court seeking a direction to the Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and airline companies to frame regulations to address incidents of passenger misconduct on board aircraft, and stressed on explicit zero-tolerance policy with respect to "unruly/disruptive behaviour".
IndiGo starts flights from Nashik"...This move connects India's golden triangle to a plethora of domestic and international locations through our 6E network. By enhancing accessibility to Nashik, famous for its rich history, we aim to promote commerce and tourism and boost economic growth in the region.
US says Russia not benefiting from +$60/bbl oil to IndiaSome cargoes of low sulphur, or sweet, crude oil bought by Indian refiners have risen above the $60 per barrel cap set by the Group of Seven rich countries, the European Union and Australia, due to rising demand, while most cargoes are below the cap.
Air India passengers stranded at Chicago airport; await clarity on flight to DelhiThe flights from Chicago and Vancouver were cancelled on Tuesday as the aircraft was grounded on account of technical issues. Both flights were to be operated with Boeing 777 aircraft, the sources said. Meanwhile, the sources also said that an aircraft has been grounded in Paris on Wednesday. The plane was to operate the flight from Paris to Delhi.
Prevent highly intoxicated travellers from boarding aircraft, install CCTV cameras: DCW to DGCAThe Delhi Commission for Women has issued guidelines to the aviation regulator, DGCA, on how to handle cases of sexual harassment and unruly passengers on flights. The guidelines recommend that airlines install CCTV cameras in airports and on flights, and that staff be sensitized about sexual harassment. The commission has also drafted recommendations to amend the DGCA guidelines on sexual harassment.
Pak engaging in hostile propaganda against India to divert attention from its domestic failures: MEA reportIt said India desires normal neighbourly relations with Pakistan and New Delhi's consistent position has been that issues, if any, should be resolved bilaterally and peacefully, in an atmosphere free of terror and violence. At the same time, it said the onus is on Pakistan to create such a conducive environment.
US national booked for smoking in bathroom, misbehaving with passengers on Air India flightThe 37-year-old Ramakant has been booked by Mumbai's Sahar Police Station for his causing inconvenience mid-flight on March 11.
Smoking incidents reported on IndiGo, Air India flightsThe passenger was handed over to the airport security who filed a complaint against her after landing at Bengaluru airport. She was arrested by the airport police and charged under Section 336 (act of rashly and negligently endangering human life or the personal safety of others) of the IPC.
Cochin airport increases summer flights to BangaloreThe Cochin International Airport Ltd. (CIAL) has announced 1,484 flights per week in its summer schedule from March 26 to October 28, an increase from 1,202 flights in winter last year. The schedule included 131 flights to Bengaluru per week, mostly operated by Indigo and Akasa Air.
Close to 1,500 flights from Kochi weekly during summer: CIALThe summer schedule of 1,484 flight services every week would also include 332 weekly departures to international destinations by 31 airlines of which 23 are foreign carriers, the Cochin International Airport Ltd (CIAL) said in a release.
Akasa Air to place order for fleet of aircraft in 'three digits': CEO Vinay DubeRegarding the international flight service, company co-founder and chief commercial officer Praveen Iyer said the routes are still under evaluation but it will be launched by the end of 2023. The company is also going to open a learning centre in Bengaluru which will be a big base.
Saudi Arabia-bound Air India Express flight makes emergency landing at ThiruvananthapuramAirport Authority of India officials termed it an "emergency landing" and not a crash landing. Initially, the authorities had decided that the aircraft would land at the Cochin international airport, but later changed it to Thiruvananthapuram.
Lucknow flights to be rescheduled from today for airport repair work for upgradationThe timings of eight flights would be rescheduled. Passengers would be informed via a message by the airlines. IndiGo has changed the timing of its Lucknow-Kolkata flight (6E 6469) from 6 pm to 5 pm. Similarly, the timing of the Lucknow-Bengaluru flight (6E 6354) has been changed from 10:55 pm to 7:50 pm
IndiGo offers flight tickets from Rs 2,093 for travel between March and OctoberIndiGo ticket sale update: The airline said said limited inventory is available under the offer so discounts will be provided subject to availability. India's domestic air passenger traffic has recovered strongly from pandemic lows. In January, 1.25 crore passengers took to the skies.
New Thiruvananthapuram-Mumbai daily flight service from Air Indiahis would be the airline's second daily service in this sector, a release issued by the Thiruvananthapuram International Airport Ltd (TIAL) said. The new flight, AI 657, would depart from Mumbai at 5.40 AM and reach Thiruvananthapuram at 7.55 AM, it said.
IndiGo is back with a bang, looking to start flights to many international destinations: CEO Pieter ElbersIndiGo, which has more than 300 planes in its fleet, currently operates to 76 domestic and 26 international destinations. Flights to two more domestic destinations -- Nashik and Dharamshala -- have also been announced.
SpiceJet begins flight services from Manohar International Airport in GoaBudget carrier SpiceJet on Friday launched its operations from newly-build Manohar International Airport at Mopa in Goa in a phased manner. Starting Friday, the airline is operating flight services to connect the new facility with Delhi, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad and Mumbai.
Air India Express flight makes emergency landing at Cochin airportThe CIAL also said that all 193 passengers and six crew members onboard IX 412 from Sharjah were safe.
Airport upgradation leads to no night flights at Lucknow airport for four months from February 23An airport spokesperson said, "During the four-month period, the airport will be undertaking various construction activities to upgrade the infrastructure on the airside which includes introduction of three new link taxiways, new ground lights for aircraft operations, runway end safety area made of sand and aircraft turn pad expansion."
15 per cent surge in passenger traffic at Jaipur airport in December, likely to rise in 2023Passenger traffic at Jaipur International Airport has witnessed a record growth of 15 per cent in December as compared to November last year. A total of 4,96,770 passengers travelled through Jaipur Airport in December, of which 4,53,884 were domestic and 36,597 were international travellers.
Nepal to send data recorder from crash to FranceJagannath Niraula, spokesperson for Nepal's Civil Aviation Authority said the cockpit voice recorder would be analyzed locally, but that the flight data recorder would be sent to France. The aircraft's manufacturer, ATR, is headquartered in Toulouse. The French air accident investigations agency confirmed it is taking part in the investigation, and its investigators are on site today.Load More
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AG and RH respond to a listener question about VFR flight plans. Sierra Lima sent in some audio feedback used on the show. Thank you, SL!
What happens when you file a VFR flight plan? Who sees it? How do you activate it? Why is it so important?
Mike Delta sent in audio about his recent flight in the cold tundra up North. What does "Radar Contact Lost" mean? How do we separate aircraft not under radar coverage?
AG tells a story of audio issues in the helicopter while using his night vision goggles.
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Our maintenance organization has been busy in recent months. Among other tasks, we have worked on the modernization and maintenance of two L 410 aircraft serving in The Army of the Czech Republic.
The first of these aircraft, designated as L 410 UVP-E20 with serial number 912710, left our runway on Friday, November 10. Manufactured in 1992, this aircraft underwent a program known as the Aging Program. A thorough inspection after 24 months included the installation of modern LED taxi and landing lights. The interior of this aircraft is in VIP configuration and features a light beige color scheme.
The second aircraft, with serial number 851525, underwent an extensive R2 overhaul and took off on November 30. Manufactured in 1985, it now sports a new matte camouflage paint and is equipped with upgraded navigation equipment. During maintenance, additional modifications and changes were made according to specific customer requirements. This included the mentioned R2 overhaul, P4, R2 defectoscopy, 48-month work, 1800 landings work, Aging Program, compensation, leveling, rudder balancing, measurement of all avionics, stamping, and evaluation of the crash recorder.
A significant feature of the L 410 FG is its specialization in terrain photogrammetry. The aircraft is equipped with the CCNS-5 system for flight control during mapping. Additionally, it features a camera system from Leica.
The maintenance of L 410 aircraft is a testament to the expertise and professionalism of our team in the field of aircraft maintenance. We take pride in contributing to the optimal condition and capabilities of the aircraft serving in the Czech Republic Army.
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When Boeing was founded 100 years ago, engineers were concerned about how to use wiring to brace wings. As aircraft became more complex, engineers turned their attention to solving numerous wire harness assembly challenges. Many of their innovative solutions have been chronicled in the pages of ASSEMBLY magazine.
Airbus is investing in automation to tackle huge backlogs for its commercial jetliners. Bernard Duprieu, head of manufacturing technologies research at the Airbus Centre of Competence, Industrial Strategy and System, tells ASSEMBLY about the company’s FuturAssy automation strategy.
When the first issue of ASSEMBLY rolled off the printing press in October 1958, the jet age was just beginning. Aerospace manufacturers were busy churning out bigger, faster, quicker and lighter products for a wide range of commercial and military applications.
Boeing and its heritage companies, such as Douglas Aircraft Co., McDonnell Aircraft Corp. and North American Aviation Inc., have produced hundreds of different types of airplanes, helicopters, missiles, rockets, satellites, spacecraft and other flying objects over the last 10 decades.
The world was a much different place when William Boeing started to build aeroplanes in a small boathouse along the shore of Seattle’s Lake Union in 1916. Flying machines were still a novelty. Most aviation records, such as altitude, distance and speed, were held by European aircraft manufacturers and pilots.
During the past 10 decades, Boeing and its heritage companies, such as Douglas Aircraft Co., McDonnell Aircraft Corp. and North American Aviation Inc., have designed and built a wide variety of aircraft. Boeing has evolved from seaplanes to space planes.
FINDLAY TOWNSHIP, PA—General Electric has opened a new operation here that will specialize in applying additive manufacturing technology to support the conglomerate’s various business units. The $39-million Center for Additive Technology Advancement will employ 50 engineers.
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December 19, 2011
U.S. Department of Transportation
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RE: Docket No. FAA-2011-0763; Notice No. 11-05
Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Pilot Loading of Navigation and Terrain Awareness Database Updates
The National Air Transportation Association (NATA), the voice of aviation business, is the public policy group representing the interests of aviation businesses before Congress, federal agencies and state governments. NATA’s 2,000 member companies own, operate, and service aircraft. These companies provide for the needs of the traveling public by offering services and products to aircraft operators and others such as fuel sales, aircraft maintenance, parts sales, storage, rental, airline servicing, flight training, Part 135 on-demand air charter, fractional aircraft program management and scheduled commuter operations in smaller aircraft. NATA members are a vital link in the aviation industry providing services to the general public, airlines, general aviation, and the military.
NATA applauds the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for initiating this rulemaking to permit pilots, under specified conditions, to update databases for navigation and terrain awareness equipment and supports the concepts contained in the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM). The FAA’s assertions that allowing pilots to perform these updates, in lieu of certificated mechanics or repair stations, will provide both operational and safety benefits. Part 135 on-demand operations frequently embark or disembark passengers at airports where the certificate holder does not have staff or facilities and where qualified maintenance services may not be reasonably available. Permitting database updates to be performed by properly trained pilots will reduce costs for operators and improve the safety of operations because flights will occur with the most current database information loaded.
Over the last few decades, technology advances have led us to the point where the regulations should be adapted to recognize the state of modern technology. In the past, database updates required special tools and, potentially, disassembly or removal of the system. Today, as noted by the FAA in the NPRM’s preamble, updating the databases is as simple as loading a memory card into a digital camera.
Therefore, in support of and to improve the proposed rules, NATA offers the following additional comments.
General Aviation and Part 135 Aircraft are Similarly Equipped
General aviation (i.e. Part 91) operators have had the ability for pilots to perform updates for several years without any known problems. Contrary to the FAA’s preamble statement that the navigational systems installed in general aviation (GA) aircraft are not similar to those installed on aircraft operated under Part 135 (see 76 FR 64861), the experience of our members is that the systems on GA and Part 135 on-demand aircraft are in fact largely the same.
Conditions and Limitations Imposed
Because pilots in the GA community have successfully completed these updates, NATA believes it is appropriate for Part 135 pilots to have this ability also. In recognition of the higher standards required of commercial operators, NATA believes that the proposed requirements for provision of specific written procedures and recordkeeping, in proposed § 43.3 (k) (2) and (4) respectively, are appropriate. Further, the restrictions proposed in § 43.3 (k) (1) and (5), specifically that updates that do not require disassembly of the unit and that the data uploads do not contain operating software revisions, are also appropriate at this time.
With regard to the requirements for the database medium, articulated at proposed § 43.3 (k)(3), NATA believes that it is the FAA’s intent that such medium be "in a field-loadable configuration that…[is] non-volatile…[and] non-corruptible upon loading…." However, the inclusion, in the regulatory text, of examples of current media types meeting the FAA’s intent may eventually be viewed as limiting as new media and data transfer technologies are developed. In order to allow this rule to retain the ability to apply to new technologies, NATA recommends that the FAA remove the examples from the proposed § 43.3 (k)(3) as indicated in the "Proposed Revision" section found later in these comments.
Location as a Defining Condition
In the changes proposed by FAA, the location of equipment is used as defining criteria for applicability of the rule. Under the language proposed by the FAA, pilots would only be allowed to perform updates on self-contained, front instrument panel-mounted and pedestal-mounted database systems. NATA believes this equipment location-based criteria is faulty as equipment location is not necessarily reflective of the ease with which updates are performed. Prohibiting a pilot from performing an update on a system where the update upload point is located in a pilot-accessible area other than the front panel or pedestal serves no safety purpose. NATA suggests that the FAA focus on the accessibility of the database upload point to the pilot as part of their normal duties rather than actual location of the database system.
NATA recommends striking "self-contained, front instrument panel-mounted and pedestal-mounted…" from the proposed 43.3(k)
Proposed Revisions (deletions
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§ 43.3 Persons authorized to perform maintenance, preventive maintenance, rebuilding, and alterations.
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(k) The holder of a pilot certificate issued under Part 61 of this chapter may perform updating of
self-contained, front-instrument panel-mounted and pedestal-mounted air traffic control(ATC) navigational system databases(excluding those of automatic flight control systems, transponders, and microwave frequency distance measuring equipment (DME), and any updates that affect system operating software) provided—
(1) No disassembly of the unit is required;
(2) The pilot has written procedures available to perform and evaluate the accomplishment of the task; and
(3) The database is contained in a field-loadable configuration
and imaged on a medium, such as a Compact Disc Read-Only Memory (CD–ROM),Synchronous Dynamic Random-Access Memory (SDRAM), or other that is nonvolatile memory that and contains database files that are non-corruptible upon loading, and where integrity of the load can be assured and verified by the pilot upon completing the loading sequences.
(4) Records of when such database uploads have occurred, the revision number of the software, and who performed the upload must be maintained.
(5) The data to be uploaded must not contain system operating software revisions.
Clarification on Applicability of §§ 91.1443 (b)(3) and 135.443(b)(3)
To date, the FAA has issued exemptions to several Part 135 on-demand operators that authorize pilots to perform navigational database updates. It has come to our attention that there may be some confusion as to whether these pilot-performed updates still require an airworthiness release executed by an authorized certificate mechanic or repairman as described in §§ 91.1443 (b)(3) and 135.443(b)(3).
As requiring such a signoff following an update and prior to flight would essentially negate the benefits intended by the FAA in those exemptions and this rulemaking, and in consideration of the fact that the proposed rule removes database updates from the "maintenance" category, NATA believes that the recordkeeping proposed by § 43.3 (k)(4) is sufficient and that §§ 91.1443 (b)(3) and 135.443(b)(3) as they apply to logbook entries do not apply in this instance. NATA requests that the FAA ensure this is clearly explained in the final rule to prevent any misunderstanding.
Economic Impact on Repair Stations
NATA is concerned that the NPRM’s preamble states that the rule, if adopted, could, "have a negative economic impact on certificated mechanics and repair stations that currently perform required updates for affected operations." (76 FR 64860) Shifting the classification of updates to navigational databases for air carrier aircraft from a function requiring authorized maintenance personnel to a pilot-performed function could indeed lead to air carriers no longer hiring authorized maintenance providers to perform navigational database updates. However, NATA fails to see the relevance to the analysis of this proposed rule change of that possibility. When the FAA proposes new regulations affecting air carrier aircraft that require actions by authorized maintenance personnel, the agency does not consider as a benefit the fact that certificated mechanics and repair stations will get more work. Therefore doing the opposite, considering, as a cost, the loss of business when the FAA deems a requirement is no longer applicable or necessary, should not occur either. Doing so would create a structural discouragement to modifying existing rules that have become out of date and no longer needed. For this reason, NATA believes that the FAA should not include this line of consideration in this rulemaking project.
As new aircraft and avionics technologies continue to be developed, the FAA will be challenged in many areas to ensure that its regulations do not become an outdated burden on aircraft operators. With this rulemaking, the FAA has acknowledged one of those situations and acted decisively to adapt to new, advanced technologies. NATA appreciates the opportunity to comment on this NPRM, and believes that the suggestions contained herein will enhance the agency’s objective of safely allowing the adoption and use of new technology.
Director, Regulatory Affairs
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This is here. You may have dreamed of drifting into the International Space Station (ISS) one day while observing the spectacular view of your home on Earth. However, the reality is that most of us will never go to the ISS because we lack the diverse set of skills needed to be an astronaut.
Yet, at a certain level, it can change everything. Recently, NASA announced that the agency would allow tourists to visit the ISS from 2020 onwards.
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However, don't start packing your bags yet. The prices for these tickets will give you thousands of dollars back. However, for this occasion in a lifetime, it may be worth it. Who knows, can be the perfect way to spend a honeymoon with your Moldovan lover who wants to travel.
– NASA (@ NASA) June 7, 2019
Touring the International Space Station
Not only will The ISS will have space for tourists, but NASA will also open it for businesses, but NASA will not be able to move to the station every few days. per year
The private astronauts on board will be allowed to travel to ISS within 30 days, but that is if you can afford it, NASA plans to keep all tourists willing to stay in space on the ISS $ 35,000 or about £ 27,500 per night.
Private commercial entities, not NASA, will be responsible for determining whether or not you can be part of the journey to ensure that private astronauts meet the space and flight medical and training requirements.
The companies involved so far? Elon Musk's SpaceX will use his Dragon capsule and Boeing builds a similar spacecraft called the Starliner. These companies will also upload you on your flight for the space, so expect the "taxi" fee to be much higher than your city Uber.
Interestingly, NASA is working hard on the full privatization of the ISS. This is an important historical moment, as NASA fought fiercely against the commercial use of the space station and banned astronauts from participating in profit research.
Would you like to board the ISS?
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REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala. – The annual Space and Missile Defense Symposium will be held virtually August 4.
An agenda can be download on the symposium website.
LTG Daniel Karbler, commanding general of U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command, and Thomas Webber, director of the USASMDC Technical Center, will speak to attendees.
LTG Karbler will provide an SMDC update on Tuesday, August 4 from 9:45-10:30 a.m. and Webber will participate in an acquisition panel from 2:30-3:45 p.m.
To register, visit the symposium website.
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Installation Requirements for Aircraft Engines
Once an engine model has successfully completed the type certification requirements of 14 CFR part 33, and an engine type certificate has been issued, the engine must meet the aircraft installation requirements of Subpart E of the applicable aircraft certification requirements (i.e. part 23, 25, 27, or 29). When certified, the engine type certificate will become part of the airplane type certificate data sheet (TCDS).
The FAA Aircraft Certification Office (ACO) responsible for the specific aircraft certification program in which the engine will be installed is responsible for the engine installation approval.
Installation requirements for various design aircraft
- Small airplanes, 14 CFR part 23, subpart E.
- Transport category airplanes, 14 CFR part 25, subpart E.
- Normal category rotorcraft, 14 CFR part 27, subpart E.
- Transport category rotorcraft, 14 CFR part 29, subpart E.
- For additional guidance on helicopter reciprocating engine installations, see page 4 of AC 33-2B, "Aircraft Engine Type Certification Handbook", (6/30/1993).
- For additional guidance on engine installations, see Section 9, Installation Consideration of Engines (page 18) of AC 33-2B, "Aircraft Engine Type Certification Handbook", (6/30/1993).
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Archer Aviation announced Thursday that the first Midnight eVTOL has gone through final assembly as it prepares to take flight this summer.
Archer completes final assembly for first Midnight eVTOL
California-based Archer Aviation aims to “unlock the skies” and reimagine air travel with its electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, Midnight.
After completing over 500 subscale flight tests through 2020, Archer attracted strategic partners in United Airlines (launch customer and operating partner), Stellantis (manufacturing and supply chain), and the United States Air Force for flight testing.
Archer is designing and developing the Midnight eVTOL aircraft for urban mobility. The aircraft is designed to fly up to 100 miles but is better optimized for short-distance commutes of around 20 miles, with 12 minutes of charging required in between.
The Midnight eVTOL is powered by six independent battery packs and is designed to carry a pilot plus four additional passengers (1,000 lbs payload).
Archer aims to transform inter-city travel with the Midnight, replacing hour-plus car rides in traffic with 10 to 20-minute electric air taxi flights.
With final assembly and initial testing now complete, Archer says its aircraft was shipped to its test facility in Salinas, California.
In addition, Archer can now perform critical “company testing” to accelerate and lower the risk of its certification program with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
CEO Adam Goldstein praised the milestone, saying:
Today we announced our exciting progress that the final assembly of our first Midnight aircraft is now complete and it is preparing for its flight test program.
Archer says its eVTOL is receiving attention from the US Department of Defense (DOD) due to its payload capabilities.
The company also formed a Government Services Advisory Board this week to support its planned expansion with the DOD to serve as a forum to discuss where the government can adapt eVTOL aircraft.
Archer is gearing up for its first flight in the Midnight aircraft this summer and will begin piloted test operations in early 2024. Check back for more on Archer, as the company is moving quickly to bring its Midnight aircraft to market.
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HAWKER 400 XPR FLIES
Following the announcement of the Hawker 400XPR package at the NBAA convention in October, Hawker Beechcraft Services (chalet A10) has acquired the first test aircraft and initiated design engineering on its $2.24 million upgrade for Hawker 400XP/Beechjet 400A aircraft. "Based on strong customer interest, we are speeding up the pace of the 400XPR development," says Christi Tannahill, Hawker Beechcraft vice-president, global customer support. The Hawker 400XPR, which is expected to receive certification in 2012, will offer improved range and airfield performance, while reducing noise and emissions by replacing its Pratt & Whitney JT15D-5 engines with Williams International FJ44-4A-32 turbofans. The upgrade also features the addition of Hawker composite winglets and an optional modernised flightdeck with Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 avionics.
London Executive Aviation has become the first executive air charter operator to add an Embraer Legacy 650 business jet to its air operator's certificate. The jet is on show here.
Dassault Falcon has appointed Bernard Delouÿe as customer service manager for Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Jordan and Syria. Delouÿe will be based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, where a significant part of the region's Falcon fleet is based. The appointment comes in the wake of the opening of a Dassault Falcon regional sales office in Dubai and the appointment of two authorised service centres, in Jeddah and Dubai.
Emirates-CAE Flight Training (stand C615) has announced two new customised pilot training programmes at its Dubai centre, with a Middle Eastern charter service and an African airline. The programmes include simulation-based pilot training for Airbus, Bombardier and Hawker Beechcraft aircraft. Executive Aircraft Services has signed a contract for pilot training on the Bombardier Global Express. ECFT installed a new CAE 7000 Series full-flight simulator for the Global Express in April, and EAS trains with ECFT on the Hawker 800 and CAE on the Bombardier Challenger 300. Senegal Airlines, the new national carrier of the West African nation, has meanwhile begun training pilots for its Airbus A320 fleet at ECFT. ECFT is jointly operated by the Emirates Group and CAE.
Source: Flight Daily News
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HTM Complete believes that if precision technology has driven the farming revolution of recent years then monitoring from the sky will drive the next. By using a drone, you can capture high quality, accurate images (even when there is cloud cover) of your fields, covering up to a hundred hectares in a single flight. Drone imagery is affordable and provides ultra-high resolution.
Aerial imagery can provide dimensionally accurate photomaps, 3D maps with accuracy equal to RTK GPS systems, and multispectral crop health maps. Accurate maps highlight exactly which areas of your crop need closer examination, meaning less time spent scouting. Analysis of aerial imagery allows you to build and execute a precision plan, so you get the best out of your crops.
We SPECIALISE in horticulture and mixed cropping. The ultra-high-resolution imagery available from unmanned aircraft complements the intense management practices in these farming systems.
At HTM Complete our experienced technicians process all imagery in-house to ensure quality. We specialise in agriculture and believe accurate results can only be achieved with first-hand knowledge of your farm.
We operate multi-rotor and fixed-wing aircraft carrying a range of sensors. We are also able to offer custom imaging solutions on request. Our operators are licensed* and insured and we pride ourselves on the professional knowledge and skill within our unmanned aircraft operation.
*Drone operations are conducted under CASA.UOC.0287 (AeroScan Pty Ltd)
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|Fair billing – realizing profits from each line maintenance job
|The World according to IT & Me!
|Case Study: Managing a Dynamic Engineering Environment in Indonesia
|Ananta Widjaja, Technical Director, Sriwijaya Air
|Fleet Utilization Optimization
|Dr. Nima Safaei, Senior Specialist – Risk and Reliability Analysis, Bombardier Aerospace
|Digital aircraft and engine lease returns
|Tim Scott, Vice President Technical Services, AVITAS
Fleet Utilization Optimization
Author: Dr. Nima Safaei, Senior Specialist – Risk and Reliability Analysis, Bombardier AerospaceSubscribe
Dr. Nima Safaei Senior Specialist – Risk and Reliability Analysis, Bombardier Aerospace tackles an analytical complexity; how to optimally make two interrelated decisions using one tool to improve fleet utilization.
Aircraft maintenance routing (AMR) is a challenging problem for airline operations to determine the route of individual aircraft in a sequence of revenue flight legs, so that each route will include sufficient opportunities for the required maintenance tasks to be performed. A maintenance opportunity occurs when an airplane spends a sufficiently long period at a maintenance site, whether or not any maintenance is actually performed.
In practice, AMR consists of two interrelated decisions, tail rotation (TR) and maintenance scheduling (MS), which are commonly made by two separate departments. The MS decision is to determine what maintenance should be done on which aircraft, and at which maintenance site. It also determines how to consolidate tasks as work packages and assigns them to available maintenance opportunities within the routing created by the TR decision. Airlines and aircraft operators usually use two different strategies to handle the aforementioned decisions. The first ignores the actual maintenance requirements and only considers cyclic (n-day) maintenance visits. The second schedules the maintenance tasks and plans the route of individual aircraft on a day-to-day basis, an opportunistic strategy.
Both strategies are in fact sequential approaches with a one-way interaction between the business units making TR and MS decisions separately. Such strategies cannot help the airlines to maximize their fleet utilization and to reduce operational costs; since those strategies are both favoring ‘feasibility’ over ‘optimization’. In other words, the inefficiency resulting from the lack of interaction between TR and MS decisions, along with unforeseen day-to-day events, do not allow airlines and operators to control their operations in an optimal manner. Instead, they have to just look for feasible scenarios. This shortfall results in several opportunity costs including:
- A low level of fleet utilization (staggered aircraft usage, non-revenue flights, too many maintenance visits, a lack of spare aircraft, etc.);
- A high level of fluctuation in the maintenance workload (exaggerated peaks and valleys);
- A high level of early maintenance and thereby the cost of extra maintenance activities due to lack of maintenance opportunity;
- A low level of maintenance task yield (percentage of the task interval satisfied);
- Insufficient operational buffers for aircraft swapping and resources availability for unforeseen events.
Chicken or egg dilemma
From an operational point of view, there is an inherent interrelationship between TR and MS decisions. The MS decision is a function of the aircraft’s usage dictated by the TR (especially for low-interval tasks and routine checks); while, the TR is restricted by the maintenance constraints dictated by the MS decision (especially for high-interval tasks and heavy checks). A straight solution to tackle this interrelationship is a sequential methodology which first projects the maintenance tasks due, using a baseline aircraft usage rate; secondly it schedules the tasks; and, finally, feeds them to the TR engine as maintenance constraints to create the routes. This one-way methodology does not guarantee that the created routes are always feasible for the projected maintenance demand; however, it does create a ‘chicken or egg’ dilemma: do we make MS decision first and then TR or vice versa?
Cyclic rosters are not efficient
As a common practice, one way to tackle the above dilemma is to create cyclic maintenance rosters; that is, each aircraft should undergo maintenance every n days. However, the variety of maintenance tasks, ages and utilization rates of individual aircraft means the maintenance workload of the fleet may completely differ from one period to another. This, together with the variety of resource requirements (time, labor, tools, spares…) for different tasks, will constrain the way we build cyclic maintenance rosters.
The ideal methodology to cope with the above dilemma would be to make both TR and MS decisions at the same time. To this end, we would need to create and track the route of each individual aircraft concurrently for different maintenance tasks using various flight attributes (e.g., flight hours, flight cycles, time–calendar, etc.), resulting in a very complicated mathematical problem.
Within Bombardier Aerospace we have tackled the above complexity by proposing a new decision model to integrate the TR and MS decisions using an interactive optimization mechanism. The decision process is prompted by an initial Maintenance Workload Due (MWD) projected assuming the Equalized Fleet Utilization (EFU) scenario. The EFU refers to the scenario in which all tail numbers have the same usage rate over the planning horizon. Then, the TR is solved to generate the aircraft routes, providing sufficient maintenance opportunities to satisfy MWD as much as possible. If there is still a maintenance misalignment meaning that the MWD cannot be fully covered by the TR’s solution, the MWD is re-generated using the most recent routing solution and the process iterates until no further reduction in maintenance misalignment is possible.
The MS decision is then solved to schedule the individual due tasks into the maintenance opportunities provided by the TR decision. In the case of a lack of feasible schedule, the model tries to minimize the overflow; a part of MWD which cannot be performed over the planning horizon due to maintenance misalignment. The overflow is moved back to the previous periods as premature maintenance. Otherwise, the TR will be solved again by penalizing the routing solution on-hand. The penalization avoids the TR model to generate the same routing solution as the previous one. The proposed model uses state-of-the-art analytical methodologies and powerful algorithms behind the scenes to run the decision process.
The implementation of the proposed methodology through Monte-Carlo simulation on three fleets and associated flight schedules related to various airlines reveals significant efficiency and positive financial impacts:
- The number of non-revenue flights reduced by about 50%.
- An increased yield of line maintenance checks by 15%; resulting in respectively 70 lesser routine checks per year. This is equivalent to 100 hours more annual uptime per tail number.
- The opportunity to insert potential revenue flight legs to the current schedule considering the current fleet; resulting in a 20% potential increase in the net revenue and 22% increase in the block time per tail number.
- The capability for swift re-planning in the presence of unexpected events.
- Automated data integration with a high visibility for management (aircraft routing, scheduled checks, unscheduled maintenance, delays, cancellations, diversions, non-revenue flights…)
- Capability for learning from historical observations to forecast the future for strategic-level decisions.
Monte Carlo method
Monte Carlo methods are a broad class of computational algorithms that rely on repeated random sampling to obtain numerical results. They are… most useful when it is difficult or impossible to use other mathematical methods. Monte Carlo methods are mainly used in three distinct problem classes: optimization, numerical integration, and generating draws from a probability distribution.
The above mentioned financial impacts are in addition to the time savings resulting from the reduction in manual planning, paper work, quality control, and entering/reviewing data. Obviously, a greater level of cost saving is achievable for the larger fleets.
The proposed model tries to minimize the overflow by ensuring that the right aircraft is in the right place at the right time to undergo maintenance with the least operational costs. This provides for greater fleet availability and less aircraft grounding over the long-term through the reduction of maintenance visits and the efficient usage of maintenance opportunities. During the course of heavy checks, the proposed methodology can be also used to stagger fleet utilization with the aim of covering the master flight schedule with the minimum delay and deviation. All of the above advantages reflect an optimized fleet utilization.
Dr. Nima Safaei
Nima Safaei received a Ph.D. degree in system and industrial engineering from Iran University of Science and Technology. He held a postdoctoral position at the Center for Maintenance Optimization and Reliability Engineering (C-MORE), University of Toronto. Nima is currently with Department of Maintenance Support and Planning, Bombardier Aerospace as a Senior Specialist. He applies the advanced optimization methods to solve the challenging problems in aviation industry and airline operations.
As a manufacturer of planes and trains, Bombardier has an extensive and diverse portfolio of mobility solutions. Everywhere people travel by land and in the air, a Bombardier product is ready to transport them. From business jets and commercial aircraft to high speed trains and public transit that’s smarter than ever. But it’s not just products and services; the most important success factor is 74,000 employees focused on making mobility more efficient, sustainable and inviting than ever before.
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Secret NASA Transmissions 2: We Are Not Alone
Do extraterrestrials exist, and has the government covered up evidence that would answer this question? Martin Stubbs tests expert opinions regarding mysterious events that were recorded by cameras onboard the space shuttle. In addition to interviews with scientists at the Canadian Space Association and others in the field of space exploration, Stubbs offers intriguing footage that TV station satellites have pirated from NASA transmissions.
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Published 1977 by Dept. of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, Systems Research and Development Service, for sale by the National Technical Information Service in Washington, Springfield, Va .
Written in EnglishRead online
|Statement||Alan J. Kopala, Charles M. Hall, Richard M. Carr.|
|Series||Report - Federal Aviation Administration, Systems Research and Development Service ; FAA-RD-76-203|
|Contributions||Hall, Charles M., Carr, Richard M., United States. Federal Aviation Administration. Systems Research and Development Service., Raytheon Company. Air Traffic Control Directorate.|
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Occasionally, an aircraft never leaves the airspace of a single control center, as is often the case with commuter. As the popularity of air travel grew, so did the need for better air traffic control along the nation's air routes and especially around airports.
Airlines first developed systems to control their own air traffic. However, a series of highly publicized accidents in the mids, including the crash of a DC-2 in which New Mexico Senator Bronson.
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Roswell, “The Genesis Story of U.S. UFOs”
“It was 58 years ago today that the Roswell incident occurred,” said Roger Launius, a National Air and Space Museum Space History curator who could also be considered NASM’s chief skeptic. (An earlier talk of his concerned people who refuse to believe the Apollo program landed men on the moon.) Hi…
"It was 58 years ago today that the Roswell incident occurred," said Roger Launius, a National Air and Space Museum Space History curator who could also be considered NASM's chief skeptic. (An earlier talk of his concerned people who refuse to believe the Apollo program landed men on the moon.) His "Ask an Expert" presentation for museum visitors, "Assessing the Legacy of the Roswell Incident," clearly defined fact versus fiction in the UFO craze that got its start at New Mexico's Roswell Army Air Field in July 1947—shortly after pilot Ken Arnold coined the term "flying saucer" to describe what he saw on a flight one June afternoon.
"Most Ask an Expert presentations focus on an artifact," said Launius. "Unfortunately, we have no artifacts from Roswell. Maybe in the future, we will ." Fellow snerker David DeVorkin had dusted off his tin foil hat, which he had worn at the "No Apollo" talk, and later lobbed a few softball questions at his Space History co-worker.
All the fuss and feathers arose from debris found by rancher Mac Brazel, who brought it to county sheriff George Wilcox, who notified Roswell Army Air Field, where, the story goes, a colonel okayed a press release that stated the base had captured a flying saucer. There is no documentation whatsoever on how this info was released to the local newspapers, and, as Launius put it, the stories from the major players, some of whom lived into the 1990s, "got better with time."
The next day, the Army debunked the entire tale, but the damage was done, and the UFO craze continues today, with Roswell and its UFO Museum a big tourist attraction.
What really happened? Project Mogul. Mogul, conceived by Columbia University's Maurice Ewing, involved a 600-foot-long chain of high-altitude Mylar balloons, microphones, sensors, and instrumentation designed to audibly detect Soviet A-bomb tests. Mogul Flight 4 was launched from Alamogordo on June 4, 1947, and is likely the source of the debris Brazel brought to Sheriff Wilcox. Although that doesn't make for nearly as much whoop-dee-do as alien autopsies, another Roswell legacy.
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The International Space Station has proven a hub for UFO sightings, thanks to the NASA live video feed broadcast continuously from the ISS back to the space agency's website, where anyone can access the view from 249 miles above Earth's surface — the altitude at which the space station orbits the Earth.
UFO researchers have taken full advantage of the NASA feed, spending hours, it seems, gazing at the footage in search of anomalies. And they find them — frequently.
The online UFO research group known as Secure Team 10 posted what they say is an amazing find last week — a rocket-shaped UFO that appears to be zooming past the space station at incredible "warp" speed.
"This craft is moving so fast it only appears in one single, solitary frame," said a Secure Team 10 member, narrating the video in which the "team" reveals its analysis of the strange anomaly.
The video is viewable on this page, above. Strangely, the NASA feed cuts out and switches to a gray screen as soon as the anomaly appears.
In previous videos of UFOs appearing at the space station, skeptics have explained the anomalies as imperfections in the NASA video feed.
"NASA's camera equipment is notoriously glitchy," The Washington Post wrote of an earlier such video.
"NASA has also admitted that its video setup is far from perfect. In fact, the HDEV experiment was started in an effort to find and develop better camera equipment for future missions," the rumor-debunking site Snopes wrote, commenting on the ongoing phenomenon of UFO sightings on the feed.
But the Secure Team 10 members say they considered the possibility that the super-fast anomaly in the above space station video — shot on June 8 of last year — was simply a bad pixel in the video, or dust on the lens. But when they zoomed in, those suspicions were dismissed. Instead, they say, they saw this UFO which appears to be a rocket of some kind, hurtling through space.
Using further video enhancement, the research group say it was able to identify some actual features of the object.
"What appeared to be a possible dust particle or meteor reveals itself to be a massive, cylinder-shaped craft," the narrator says.
Earlier this year, another UFO hunter keeping a sharp eye on the NASA video feed spotted a strange "flash" near the space station — a dot of light that appears then suddenly blinks out.
UFO hunters can access the NASA Space Station video feed for themselves at this link.
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51J-22-019 - STS-51J - Dark view of STS-51J CDR Bobko on Atlantis flight deck
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center. 2/17/1973-
The original finding aid described this as: Description: Dark view over the shoulder of STS-51J commander (CDR) Karol J. Bobko, wearing a helmet, at his station on the forward flight deck of Atlantis. Subject Terms: Space Shuttle Mission 51-J, Astronauts, Atlantis (Orbiter) Categories: Crew Activities Interior_Exterior: Interior Ground_Orbit: On-orbit Element: Shuttle Flight Deck Original: Film - 35MM CN Preservation File Format: TIFF.
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NEW YORK, June 1, 2010 -- Opening ceremonies of the World Science Festival kicked off today in front of a full-scale model of the James Webb Space Telescope in Battery Park. Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) is NASA's prime contractor for the design and development of the Webb Telescope.
"The Webb telescope will be NASA's flagship astrophysics observatory. When launched and operating, I expect the knowledge gained from Webb to expand the frontiers of science and re-write science textbooks for the next generation," noted NASA Deputy Administrator Lori Garver.
"New York City has often been at the forefront for design and engineering, its buildings, subways, parks and bridges setting the standards for much of the world," said Robert Burke, vice president of civil and military systems for Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems. "In this vein, the Webb telescope is unlike anything ever built. Its development and manufacturing pushes the boundaries of our engineering ability."
A featured attraction of the World Science Festival, an annual event that brings together great minds in science, business, government, and the arts, the Webb Telescope model will be on display from June 1-June 6. The public is invited to view the model, talk to experts about the world's largest space telescope and the discoveries it will make, participate in hands-on educational activities and build Webb telescope models with Lego® blocks.
More information about the Webb telescope at the World Science Festival is available at http://www.northropgrumman.com/jwst_2010/ and on Northrop Grumman's or Twitter page, http://twitter.com/northropgrumman .
The Webb telescope, designed to succeed the Hubble Space Telescope, will be NASA's premier space observatory. It will travel almost a million miles from Earth into deep space to look back some 13 billion years ago in time, capturing infrared images of every phase of our cosmic history – from the first luminous objects to the birth of stars, assembly of galaxies and formation of planetary systems.
The Webb telescope is currently being built by Northrop Grumman and its teammates under contract to NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Md. The Northrop Grumman team, including Ball Aerospace, ITT and ATK, has invented new design, manufacturing and optical technologies to construct the first deployable telescope ever to fly in space. It features an ultra-light weight 6.5-meter (21-feet) diameter primary mirror and a huge, five-layer sunshield to shield its infrared instruments from radiant heat.
Northrop Grumman Corporation is a leading global security company whose 120,000 employees provide innovative systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding and technical services to government and commercial customers worldwide.
CONTACT: Sally Koris Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems (310) 812-4721 Cell: (310) 567-5279 [email protected] Lynn Chandler NASA (301) 286-2806 Cell: (240) 832-0566 [email protected]
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Are you landing on a short runway? Does your runway have trees at the end of it? Then it's time for you to show off your short-field landing skills. Here's how you'll do it.
When you're dealing with a short runway, or a runway with an obstacle near the end if it, you need to adjust your approach and landing to keep your airplane on the pavement.
So what are the steps of a good short field landing? We'll break it down into four phases: approach to landing, clearing an obstacle, touchdown, and rollout.
To make a great short field landing, you need to be in complete control of your airspeed and decent rate, so that you can touch down where you want, prevent floating down the runway, and stop your plane before you run out of pavement. All of this starts with your approach.
The Airplane Flying Handbook recommends that you fly a slightly wider-than-normal traffic pattern, so that you have plenty of time to configure your aircraft and make sure you're stabilized on your approach. You don't necessarily need to do this, but it's not a bad idea. The more time you give yourself to get stabilized, the better your landing will (most likely) be.
There are a few more things to consider when flying your pattern as well: unless your POH suggests otherwise, you should fly final approach with full flaps, at 1.3 Vso. So for example, if you're flying a Cessna 172 with a Vso of 47 kts, 47 X 1.3 = 61 knots. As it turns out, the POH recommends a final approach speed of 61 knots for short field landings (Cessna 172S), so the math in this case works out perfectly.
Getting comfortable with flying a stabilized approach in this configuration can be one of the most challenging parts of a short field landing. That's because when you're configured for landing on your final approach, you're on the back side of the power curve. And that means you use power to adjust your altitude, and pitch to adjust your airspeed.
It can take a few tries to get this down, so a good way to practice is to fly a pattern all the way down to short final, go around, then try it again. After a few trips around the pattern, you'll feel like a pitch/power pro.
If you have an obstacle at the approach end of the runway, you'll want to fly a slightly steeper-than-normal approach as well. By coming in on final at a steeper angle, you'll give yourself more runway to work with, which is always a good thing.
But flying a steeper approach has its disadvantages. Since you're close to stall speed, and you have a high-than-normal descent rate, you really need to judge your roundout and flare. Flare too late, and you'll fly the airplane into the ground. Flare too early, and you can stall early and develop a large sink rate. Neither scenario is good, and the best way to avoid either one is to practice, and then practice some more.
You also want to focus on flying the most stabilized approach you can. Take a few trips around the pattern to get a feel for the control inputs you need to make a constant, stable approach. The more stable your approach path, the more likely you are to hit your landing point and make a good landing.
Next up is the moment when you put all your hard work together and impress your passengers: touchdown. As you clear any obstacles and you know you have the runway made, you want to slowly start reducing the throttle to idle.
Keep in mind this differs significantly based on the airplane you fly. If you're flying a lighter airplane with light wing loading, you'll want to start reducing the throttle as soon as you clear your obstacle. If you're flying a plane with higher wing loading, you'll want to keep the power in a little longer so you don't get too slow or come up short of your landing point.
But either way, your goal is to touch down at the minimum controllable airspeed, so you're at the power-off stall speed as you touch down. By touching down at stall speed, you have the lowest possible ground speed, and you're setting yourself up for the shortest possible ground roll.
Once you touchdown, you want to use maximum aerodynamic braking, as well as maximum wheel braking. By pulling back on the yoke on the ground, you increase your aerodynamic braking, and you keep more weight on your main gear. That in turn makes your brakes more effective, because you can apply more brake pressure without your wheels locking up. Keep pressure on the brakes until you know you're slow enough to make your taxi turnoff, then gently start to let up on the brakes.
Once you turn off the runway, take a moment to pat yourself on the back for a job well done on your short field landing.
Short field landings can take some practice for you to get comfortable with them. Here are some of the more common problems you'll want to be thinking about before you head on and start practicing them:
Now that you can nail a short field landing, the next question is: when are you heading out to the airport to practice? When do you, send us a picture; we'd love to see it.
Colin is a Boldmethod co-founder, pilot and graphic artist. He's been a flight instructor at the University of North Dakota, an airline pilot on the CRJ-200, and has directed development of numerous commercial and military training systems. You can reach him at [email protected].
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UPDATED 6 February, 2020 (10:39 am, +2 UTC)
A Boeing 737-800 operated by Pegasus Airlines, a Turkish low-cost airline, has skidded off the runway and broken into several parts after landing at Istanbul’s Sabiha Gokcen airport.
According to the Turkish Transportation Ministry, the aircraft was carrying a total of 183 people, 177 passengers and six crew members.
The latest information from the officials provides that three people were killed and 179 injured.
“The Pegasus Airlines flight PC2193, on a TC-IZK registered aircraft, flying from Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport today (5 February 2020), experienced a runway excursion after landing at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport”, the airline confirmed the accident in a statement on its website.
The pictures from the place show the aircraft fuselage being broken into three pieces. Reportedly, right upon landing the aircraft burst into flames, but it was quickly extinguished. The aircraft was landing in a heavy rain.
“Unfortunately, the Pegasus Airlines plane couldn’t hold on the runway due to poor weather conditions and skidded for around 50-60″, saidIstanbul Governor Ali Yerlikaya.
The investigation into the accident has been launched.
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Aerobatic display team, The Blades, are offering visitors to the Dubai Airshow a unique flying experience before and after the show.
The civilian display team – part of innovative aviation services company 2Excel Aviation and staffed by former Red Arrows pilots – recently landed in the United Arab Emirates for an extended visit until mid-December.
For the first time, the team will perform its display on all five days of the Dubai Airshow.
Operating under an Air Operators Certificate, The Blades will be offering flying experiences at the event.
Team leader and Blade 1, Andy Evans, said: “This is our first tour to the UAE and is an exciting development in our operational capability.
“Since the team launched in 2006, it has been an ambition to visit the country and display at one of the leading aerospace events in the world – Dubai Airshow.
“To perform our award-winning display and fly passengers in close formation over the beautiful skyline of Dubai will be a momentous occasion for us.’’
Anita Mehra, SVP communication and reputation at Dubai Airports, said: “We are delighted to welcome for the first time The Blades at this year’s Dubai Airshow, showcasing their adrenaline filled aerobatics throughout the week. To add to the excitement the team are also offering commercial flights to thrill-seeking individuals, a first in Dubai.”
Depending on a passenger’s ambitions, a flying experience with The Blades can include inverted flight, G-Force exposure, close-formation flying with another aircraft and exhilarating aerobatics.
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LOS ANGELES (CNS) - Capt. James. T. Kirk was the unflappable commander of the fictional Starship Enterprise in “Star Trek.'' But on Wednesday, actor William Shatner, who played the stoic Kirk on TV and in the movies, was absolutely over the moon after venturing into space for real.
“I'm overwhelmed. I had no idea,'' the 90-year-old Shatner said after returning safely to earth in West Texas following an 11-minute suborbital journey into weightlessness -- and the history books -- aboard Blue Origin's New Shepard rocket ship.
Shatner, one of four passengers aboard, became the oldest person to venture into space.
He called trip “the most profound experience'' he could imagine.
“I hope I can maintain what I feel now. I don't want to lose it,'' he said as the crew gathered outside the capsule upon landing.
“You look down, there's the blue down there and the black up there ... there is Mother Earth and comfort, and there is, is there death? I don't know, but is that death? Is that the way death is? ... It was so moving.
“This experience, it was something unbelievable.''
It was the second human spaceflight for Blue Origin, owned by Jeff Bezos, the Amazon founder who was himself aboard the company's maiden voyage in July.
Shatner was joined on Wednesday's flight by Audrey Powers, Blue Origin's vice president of mission and flight operations; Glen de Vries, vice chair for life sciences and health care at the French software company Dassault Systmes; and Chris Boshuizen, co-founder of the Earth-observation company Planet.
The flight lifted off at about 7:50 a.m. Pacific time from Blue Origin's Launch Site One and hit its apex at around 300,000 feet. The crew experienced about four minutes of weightlessness before floating back to Earth.
The spacecraft got off the ground following several liftoff delays that Shatner said made him “a little nervous.''
He also worried about the G forces, wondering “am I going to be able to survive it?''
And he also joked about his age, saying, “Good Lord, just getting up the bloody gantry. Oh, my God, what an experience.''
Blue Origin is planning one more crewed flight this year, with more flights planned for 2022.
“At Blue Origin, we are motivated by the dreamers that inspire us and the builders who turn those dreams into reality. Today's crew represented both dreamers and builders,'' Blue Origin CEO Bob Smith said.
“We had the honor of flying our very own Audrey Powers, vice president of New Shepard operations, who fulfilled a lifelong dream to go to space and has been an integral part of building New Shepard.
“Our two customers, Chris Boshuizen and Glen de Vries, have built their own successful ventures and have now realized their own dreams of space travel.
“And, as everyone knows, William Shatner has played an important role in describing and imagining the wonders of (the) universe and inspired many of us to pursue a career in the space industry.''
For his part, Shatner said, “Everybody in this world needs to do this.''
“To see the blue color whip by you, and now you're staring into blackness, that's the thing,'' the actor said.
“It would be so important for everybody to have that experience through one means or another.''
Copyright 2021, City News Service, Inc.
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Gaps Found In On Aircraft's Maintenance Records
The helicopter unit of the Columbus, OH, police department was grounded last Friday after gaps were found in the maintenance records of an aircraft that was slated for sale.
The gaps were found by an external review of the records following a lawsuit stemming from an emergency landing by helicopter that had been previously sold by the department to a Canadian individual. That aircraft was forced to make an emergency landing after just 30 hours of flight, and last September the city lost a federal lawsuit that resulted from the incident.
After losing the case, East West Helicopter Inc., based near Cincinnati, was retained to conduct the external audit of another aircraft being readied for sale, according to a report appearing in the Columbus Dispatch. The examination turned up "some gaps in those records as to scheduled maintenance," according to Police Sgt. Rich Weiner.
Now, East West is inspecting the individual aircraft, which will reportedly cost the city about $20,000. While the 21 officers assigned to the unit are still reporting for duty as scheduled, none of their aircraft are flying. The unit normally flies about 16 hours per day seven days a week. They respond to an average of 7,000 calls each year.
The budget for the unit last fiscal year was $3.1 million, but officers on the ground have called the unit "invaluable."
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The Space Operations and Launch Services Department is responsible for managing and executing space missions, including the launch, operation, and maintenance of ground systems. In addition, the department also develops and tests new space technologies, as well as provides support and services to other organizations involved in space activities. Our team is comprised of a diverse and experienced group of engineers, scientists, and technicians who are passionate about space technology, and dedicated to providing the highest quality products and services to our customers.
Once a spacecraft is in orbit, the department is responsible for managing its operations, including monitoring its health and status, conducting manoeuvres, and ensuring that it is meeting its mission objectives.
The department develops the ground systems and infrastructure necessary to support space missions, including the design and construction of ground stations, communications networks, and data processing systems
Zimbabwe joined the BIRDS ground network which consists of a collection of ground-based communication facilities, including ground stations, satellite control centres, and supporting infrastructure. This supports the downloading of data from the satellite when it passes BIRDS network countries and the data is shared for analysis
Our department conducts research and development of new technologies and systems that can be used to support future space missions.
The department monitor and track satellites using ground-based tracking stations equipped with specialized antennas and software so as to ensure effective and efficient communication with the satellite. This service has various applications, including scientific research and communication.
Our team plays a critical role in space operations and launch services. Our main mandate is to design, develop, and operate antennas that are capable of transmitting and receiving data from spacecraft and satellites.
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Total Air Fighters War is a new air fighting simulation game which comes with a display of exquisite fighters and air shooters, which you can use to show your extraordinary airplane driving skills try to win this air fighters war! Total Air Fighters War is not only the most popular air combat game, but also one of the top quality games on android these days! The Mountain, island, port and many other air war scenes are waiting for you to experience your skills! As a new generation of top air fighter games, all kinds of dazzling fighters and air shooter are of course essential!
In this game, you need to control airplanes and jets by taking part in different campaigns. It does not matter what kind of land you fly on, whether it is on the beach or the forest and mountains. You have to target all the enemies in continuous shootings so that you can destroy them one after the other and eliminate them.
You should choose from 16 top fighters, each with different attributes, armor, speed and energy. Choose the right fighter according to your needs. In addition to the first time, the higher the level of the aircraft can be equipped with a better weapon system. The general fighter can only be equipped with machine guns, but the advanced fighters can be equipped with shotguns, guided missiles, sniper mirrors, etc.
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Bryce Space and Technology,
Keywords: 3D printing, space, aerospace, rocket, spacecraft, satellite
Summary:Since its emergence during World War II, the space industry has been supported by traditional though highly precise forms of manufacturing, from conventional machining to casting and forging. Only in recent years has the industry evolved from one that produces high-cost, customized products to one that is geared to more rapid design and production of standardized products, with additive manufacturing (3D printing) becoming a factor in the production of spacecraft and launch vehicle assemblies, components, and parts. Various types of 3D printing processes are currently used in the space industry. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has been developing 3D printing processes and techniques for the manufacturing of liquid rocket engines, among other things. A recent example includes successful firing of an engine that features a nozzle built using the laser wire direct closeout process. The Electron orbital launch vehicle, built and launched by U.S.-based Rocket Lab since 2017, is powered by ten Rutherford liquid rocket engines, each manufactured using the electron-beam melting method. Over 100 of these engines have been manufactured and flown as of December 31, 2019, all having operated successfully. U.S.-based Relativity Space, which recently topped $186M in financing as it plans to offer launch services in 2020, builds its orbital launch vehicle, Terran-1, entirely using selective laser sintering process. Though SpaceX mainly uses conventional manufacturing processes to build its highly successful Falcon vehicles and Dragon spacecraft, the company uses direct metal laser sintering to produce parts for thrusters that maneuver the Crew Dragon spacecraft. There are many other examples, but the objective is the same: rapid production of high-quality, aerospace grade hardware at lower cost than conventional manufacturing methods. As the industry continues to evolve and 3D printing solutions for aerospace applications are refined, it is expected that this low-cost, high precision approach to developing hardware will inspire and support a robust start-up and investor community, as well as spur geographically dispersed innovation. Various 3D printing processes are also being explored for the manufacturing of facilities in space and on celestial bodies like the Moon, with the aim to scale up from spacecraft hardware to large habitats. These efforts are currently in the proposal and design stages, with completed projects likely several decades out. Though 3D printing has emerged as more than just a promising manufacturing technique in the space industry to an anticipated game changer as the global space industry grows and expands, several challenges remain. Among them are the development and adherence to inspection standards that apply to 3D-printed aerospace hardware, problems associated with 3D printing in the unique environment of microgravity, and the potential use and applicability of non-terrestrial resources as feedstock. This paper describes how the space industry uses 3D printing and how this capability may evolve in the years ahead. It will also highlight challenges that the industry will need to overcome as 3D printing evolves and its use in the space industry proliferates.
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Mastercraft Collection: L-1011 TWA..
Wingspan: 10.5 inches
Length: 12 inches
The Lockheed L-1011 was the third widebody passenger jet airliner that has reached the marketplace and came next after the Douglas DC-10 and the Boeing 747 “jumbo jet.” During the 1960s, American Airlines asked Lockheed and its competitor Douglas to come up with an aircraft that is smaller than the current 747 but still can fly to distant locales such as the Caribbean, London, and Latin America from company headquarters in New York, Dallas, and Fort Worth. Lockheed responded to the request with the TriStar. The Tristar 1011 had its maiden flight on November 16, 1970. It had been considered as a technological breakthrough of its day with its improved reliability, low noise emissions, and efficient operation.
This handcrafted model is painted in the same paint scheme as the original and is painstakingly built from Philippine mahogany by our skilled craftsmen. Perfect as a gift for any aviation enthusiast and history buff!
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Malaysia enforces lockdown compliance with drones
Malaysia will use both government-owned drones and drones borrowed from local industries under the direction of the armed forces and on-the-ground police to monitor compliance with the Movement Control Order. Because Malaysia doesn't have enough drones to cover the whole country, they will be focused on 12 hotspots where people resist compliance.
Writer: Sam Lewis, Opalyn Mok
Publication: Commercial Drone Professional, Malay Mail
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SEOUL, South Korea — South Korea’s arms procurement agency recently signed a contract to purchase 90 more Taurus long-range, air-launched, bunker-busting missiles, according to defense officials.
The Defence Acquisition Program Administration, or DAPA, however, had not issued a news release on the contract, an apparent move not to harm the warming atmosphere for dialogue with the nuclear-armed North.
Tension on the Korean Peninsula has eased in the wake of meetings between North Korea and South Korea, as well as ongoing negotiations about a summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
The contract for the missile system, made by German company Taurus Systems GmbH, was signed late February, said Kang Hwan-seok, spokesman for the DAPA.
The latest contract for the Taurus missile is the second of its kind since 2013, when the DAPA ordered 170 Taurus missiles to arm the fleet of F-15K fighter aircraft. Each missile costs about $1.8 million.
The missile is a core asset of South Korea’s “Kill Chain” pre-emptive strike systems against North Korea’s nuclear and missile programs upon imminent threat.
The precision-guided missile has a range of 500 kilometers and is said to be able to destroy North Korea’s major underground facilities, including Kim’s hideouts, with pinpoint accuracy.
Last September, the South Korean Air Force staged a live-fire drill of the Taurus for the first time following North Korea’s sixth nuclear test Sept 3. During the drill, the air-to-surface cruise missile fired from a F-15K flew some 400 kilometers before hitting a designated target in the coastal waters off Gunsan, 200 kilometers southwest of Seoul.
The South Korean Air Force is considering equipping its indigenous FA-50 light-attack aircraft with the Taurus 350K-2 missile, a shorter version of the Taurus 350K, as part of the FA-50 modernization efforts. The service operates 60 FA-50 jets.
The 350K-2 is known to weigh 300 kilograms less than the original version and have a hitting range of 300 kilometers.
In December, the service commissioned the six-month feasibility study of the FA-50 modernization plan to a Seoul-based defense institute. The modernization plan includes armament upgrades, air-refueling capability and engine improvements, according to Air Force officials.
Jeff Jeong was the South Korea correspondent for Defense News.
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With the new goal of NASA to get humans back on to the moon by 2024 with the Artemis program, we are back to a similar situation to when Apollo was getting ready to go to the moon in the 60’s. Basically, we needed to find somewhere to land and while you may be thinking well why can’t they just land anywhere or even next to Apollo 11 just to prove all the naysayers wrong there is a new requirement for Artemis.
This time around we’ll be looking for places that could support long term bases for years not just a couple of days and for that we have to know much more about the moon than for Apollo and this is why we needed the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter and during the mapping process it did some thing no previous orbiter had been able to do and that was to image the Apollo sites for the first time in five decades as well other much more recent arrivals on the moon.
Things have changed a lot since the mid 60’s and before Apollo 11 landed. Back then there were no reconnaissance satellites capable of imaging the moon in detail. In 1959 the Soviet Luna 3 mission had imaged the far side of the moon but the resolution was low, we could get better images of the earth facing side from here on earth but to land there we needed much higher resolution which was beyond any terrestrial telescopes.
So a sequence of Ranger probes would be launched by NASA to get close up high res images of the moon’s surface.
After a rocky start in 1961, the Ranger program got the name of the “shoot and hope” program because the first 6 probes failed in one way or another. Finally, with the block three missions from 1964 to 65, they got the results they needed. This was achieved by crashing the probe which was fitted with six different TV cameras onto the surface of the moon at the desired locations and relaying the TV pictures back live to earth as it happened.
Although it sounds a bit drastic it worked and in the final few seconds of each flight, they produced the highest resolution images yet taken of the moon and of the areas that would later become the landing sites for the Apollo missions.
Spool forward to the early 2005 and the renewed interest in returning to the moon with the constellation program which was meant to put men back on the moon in a more permanent fashion no later than 2020.
To do this they would need to find any deposits of water on the lunar surface for making not only drinking water but it can be split into hydrogen and oxygen which can make electricity with fuel cells which can make rocket fuel to carry missions on to Mars or beyond and also supply oxygen to breathe.
Back in the Apollo days, it was thought that the Moon was essentially dry with almost no water. But with the landing of the Soviet Luna 24 probe in 1976 which returned lunar samples back to earth, it was found that they contained 0.1% water by mass. This led to the thought that there might be a lot more water on the moon that we first thought with deposits of water ice in the permanently shadowed craters of the moons south pole.
So to map the moon in much greater detail than anything before the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter or LRO was conceived.
This would not only image the surface with its two cameras down to a 0.5 meter per pixel resolution but also had a range of other instruments onboard including a laser altimeter, radiation detector, RF frequency radar, neutron detector, surface temperature detector and an ultraviolet mapping system that would use light from the stars to help look for water deposits.
The LRO was launched on the 18th of June 2009 and entered the moon’s orbit 5 days later. Although its primary mission wasn’t to look for the remains of the Apollo program, with less than a month to the 40th anniversary of the Apollo 11 landing the principal investigator for the LRO camera Mark Robinson wondered if they could image the Apollo sites in time for the anniversary celebrations.
As the LRO had only been in orbit for a few weeks and the commissioning work for the instruments was still ongoing, it was going to be touch and go if there was going to be enough time. The LRO was still settling into its orbit from its arrival and at about 50km, twice the height it would normally be which would have an effect on the images.
With about a week until the anniversary, the command was given to image sites as the LRO passed overhead and revealed them for the first time since they landed. The images were better than expected and showed the remains not only of the descent stages but also the lunar rovers of Apollo 15, 16 and 17 as well as science experiments left behind and even the shadows of the US flags still standing. Most interestingly they revealed the footprints left by the astronauts as they walked or bunny hopped across the surface.
Now you may be wondering how you can see footprints from 50km away which are very much smaller than the descent stage. Well, the moon surface is very dusty but untouched and just like walking through fresh snow you leave a trail that is larger and more obvious than just footprints, the same applied to the rovers, they left a parallel set of tracks.
This was helped by the low sun angle which created long shadows, these could be seen to move as the LRO imaged the same areas throughout the lunar day, which is 29.5 earth days in duration, so 14.75 earth days of sunlight and 14.75 earth days of night.
This top-down view became of great interest because it could show for the first time exactly where the astronauts had been which could be correlated with the rocks they collected and the photos the took.
On the Apollo 14 mission, for example, the astronauts were due to go to a nearby crater called cone crater to collect rock samples from around the edge.
The journey was about 1.5 km by foot but after two and a half hours, some 30 minutes longer than expected they still couldn’t see the crater and the maps they had were not of a high enough resolution for them to know their exact location, so they collected the rock samples from where they were and returned back to the lander.
With the new LRO images, it could be seen that they were in fact within about 30 meters from the rim of the crater and missed out on the view across and down into it.
On the Apollo 12 mission, they had landed within walking distance of the Surveyor 3 probe which had landed in 1967 and again the top-down view showed the route they had taken to get there. On later missions with the Rovers, you can see where they went and on the longer journeys the large boulders and craters they filmed and photographed are all visible from the LRO.
The Lunar Orbiter Laser Altimeter or LOLA instrument could also see the surface as a contour map. This has a resolution of 9cm from 50km high and as such could also see the Apollo sites and others like the Soviet Lunakhod rover missions but there was a problem with some of the experiments left behind both by the US and Soviets.
The Laser Ranging Retroreflector was left at the site of Apollo 11,14 and 15 and a similar setup by the Soviet Luna rovers. These consists of a series of corner-cube reflectors which reflect light back from the same direction that it came.
These are the only experiments left by Apollo and Lunakhod missions that still work and are used to this day to measure the distance between the Earth and the moon. This is done by firing a laser from the earth to the reflector on the moon and measuring the time it takes to get there and back which is used to calculate the distance.
Firing from earth means that the width of the laser beam by the time it gets to the moon is 6.5 km across and extremely faint but the LRO’s laser is only 30km away under normal conditions and as such is much more powerful so it has to be turned off when flying over these sites or it might blind and damage the optical sensor.
However, in 2017 the altitude of the LRO was increased and along with the decreasing strength of the laser allowed these sites to finally be mapped and the data integrated into detailed contour maps.
The ability to vary the attitude of the LRO down to about 20km has allowed it get not only better images of Apollo-era sites but of much newer ones like the crash site of Indian moon lander Vikram and the Chinese Chang’e 4 lander and rover Yutu which landed on the far side of the moon in Jan 2019 and also the Israeli lunar lander Beresheet that almost made landed on the surface in April 2019.
But the primary reason for the lower altitude was to get closer to the permanently shadowed craters of the south pole like the Shakelton crater to look for water ice with its variety of instruments.
The LRO has also been a testbed for laser communications in deep space by sending high-speed data from to and from NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center to the LRO. By 2011 and after the initial exploration phase had ended the LRO had sent back over 192 terabytes of data, more than all the other planetary missions combined.
With the LROs continuous mapping of the moon, it has been able see things that would otherwise be missed.
There have been reports of bright flashes seen on the moon for hundreds of years. It’s been suspected that these were meteors hitting the surface but now they could compare temporal image pairs basically the before and after images of where the flash occurred.
One impact which occurred on the 18th March 2013 made a flash ten times brighter than anything seen before. The new LRO image of the same area after the flash showed a new crater 18 meters across.
It’s thought that the meteor was travelling at about 90,000 km/h and was about 30cm across with a mass of 40kg. The resultant explosion was equivalent to about 5 tons of TNT. Although the crater wasn’t that large the debris field extended up to 30km away, helped by the low gravity and lack of atmosphere.
As of March 2016 the LROC team using these before and after images had discovered over 47,000 new splotches on the moon.
The LRO has enough fuel for at least 5 more years if the funding is still available but hopefully with the Artemis program coming in 2024 there will be plenty more time to find new landing sites and image the moon to its fullest extent.
Robotic probes like the LRO have become the mainstay of space exploration, in fact if you think about it, its rather ironic that we need to send many different types of probes like the LRO to discover if a journey to places like the moon by man is indeed possible, which raises the question of, do we as humans need to go at all. Some people think we should be doing more cheaper robotic missions instead of looking at very expensive manned ones but that’s the subject for another video.
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(ORDO NEWS) — British Typhoon fighters on Saturday morning were lifted into the air from Lossiemouth airbase in Scotland to escort two Tu-142 aircraft of the Russian Aerospace Forces, flying over the waters of the North Sea “near the borders of United Kingdom airspace.” This is stated in a message released by the press service of the British Air Force.
The document argues that Russian warplanes can allegedly pose a threat to other aircraft in the British flight information area over the North Sea, as they rarely respond to requests from air traffic controllers.
“In order to curb these provocative activities and reduce the risks associated with flights of Russian military aircraft in busy areas of international airspace, Typhoons of the United Kingdom Air Force accompanied two Russian aircraft, carefully monitoring their movements,” it was reported. It also noted that the British Air Force was assisted by NATO allies, and fighters replenished the air supplies from the Voyager tanker aircraft, which took off from the British Brize Norton air base.
The Russian Embassy in the UK has repeatedly drawn attention to the fact that British politicians and the military in recent years have often cited an alleged Russian threat to justify an increase in the defense budget and an expansion of the British military presence in other regions. Russian diplomats also pointed out that the numerous sorties of the British Air Force fighters towards Russian planes are an unjustified waste of material and human resources, creating additional risks for civil aviation.
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Jin Xukai, chief designer of a Hong Kong medical device company, presents the functions of the new space toilet in Beijing on Thursday, June 26, 2008. [Photo: cnr.cn]
A Hong Kong medical device company donated a new type of space toilet that took the company three years to develop to the country's culture exchange association for space science and technology in Beijing on Thursday.
Xinhua News Agency reported that the donation came after the deputy commander-in-chief of China's Manned Space Program, Hu Shixiang, pointed out in Hong Kong once that space toilets often had problems collecting liquid and solid waste, causing inconvenience to astronauts.
According to the chief designer Jin Xukai, this new space toilet was launched after they had conducted 200 tests and experiments during its three-year long research and development period.
This new design will be much easier to use for astronauts. Just by pressing one button, wastes can be collected completely sealed to overcome leaking problems, which often occurred with the older space toilets.
Jin hopes that scientists can test the new toilet in space to perfect its functions in the future.
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BTR is located 5 miles north of downtown Baton Rouge. The airport is adjacent to US Interstate 110 and is accessible via Veterans Memorial Boulevard and Captain Ryan Drive.
The airport passenger terminal is located on the west side of the airfield. The area south of the airfield is primarily designated for general aviation use as well as the FAA Control Tower. The east side of the airfield consists of general aviation and the Transportation Security Administration offices. The north side of the airfield includes available land for development in the Aviation Business Park. The BTR Emergency/National Disaster Multiplex is also located on the north side of the airfield.
The airport occupies about 1,800 acres of land at an elevation of 70 feet or 21.3 meters above mean sea level.
The airport has two runways for air carrier operations and one for general aviation.
Runway 4L-22R, the primary air carrier runway, measures 7,500 feet in length by 150 feet (2,316 meters by 45.73) in width and is constructed of grooved concrete. Runway 4L is a non-precision runway. It is equipped with a High Intensity Runway Light (HIRL) system. Runway 22R is a precision runway equipped with a Medium-intensity Approach Lighting (MALSR) system with runway alignment indicator lights, HIRL, and a Special Authorization (SA) CAT II Instrument Landing System (ILS), which allows aircraft to land safely during lower visibility conditions due to inclement weather with a minimum decision altitude as low as 100 feet above ground level. Runway 4L-22R is served by Taxiways A, B, F, G, H, L, and Q.
Runway 13-31 is a crosswind runway measuring 7,004 by 150 feet (2,135 meters by 45.73 meters) in width and constructed of bituminous asphalt. Runway 13 is a precision runway equipped with MALSR and an HIRL system. Runway 31 is a non-precision runway equipped with a Medium-intensity Approach Lighting System (MALS) and an HIRL system. Runway 13-31 is served by Taxiways B, E, F, J, and K.
Runway 4R-22L is a General Aviation runway measuring 3,799 feet in length by 75 feet (1,158 meters by 22.87 meters) in width and constructed of bituminous asphalt. Runway 4R-22L is equipped with Medium-intensity Runway Lights (MIRL). Runway 4R-22L is served by Taxiways E, F, and G.
The airport runways can accommodate a variety of aircraft types and sizes, including a jumbo Boeing 747. Air Force One has landed at BTR on a number of occasions, using both Boeing 747 and Boeing 757 aircraft.
The airport has approximately 18 acres of apron available for aircraft parking at the passenger terminal.
The apron is currently configured to accommodate aircraft ranging from Boeing 757s to Regional Jets. Up to 16 aircraft parking positions are available at and around the terminal for aircraft remaining overnight (RON).
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REDONDO BEACH, Calif., Oct. 18, 2010 -- As the James Webb Space Telescope enters its next critical phase of development, NASA and Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) have forged an integrated, consolidated and "badgeless" Mission Systems Engineering team.
Led by the James Webb Space Telescope Project Office at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, the Webb Telescope Mission Systems Engineering Team is being structured to optimize access to Northrop Grumman's system engineering talent during the telescope's critical test and verification phase which follows the successful Mission Critical Design review held in April.
"Northrop Grumman's system engineering expertise will be integrated with NASA Goddard's mission-level system engineering decision-making so we can better manage and streamline the complex integration and test phase of the telescope," said Goddard Spaceflight Center Director Rob Strain.
Northrop Grumman is leading Webb's design and development effort for NASA and the company's support is integral to mission-level systems engineering decisions, Strain said. Northrop Grumman engineers will work side-by-side with NASA engineers in conducting trade assessments across all elements of the program including the launch vehicle, observatory, ground system and Integrated Science Instrument Module.
"We look forward to continuing our close relationship with NASA in this new streamlined organization," said Dave DiCarlo, vice president and general manager of Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems' Space Systems Division. "This evolution will enable the entire project to maximize efficiencies and reduce costs so we can meet our goal of launching the Webb telescope earliest with the least risk."
A single systems engineering organization creates greater efficiencies by streamlining communications and decision-making, consolidating expertise into one integrated team. NASA has worked successfully in integrated teams with contractor systems engineering talent on earlier observatories. The Webb Mission Systems Engineering is modeled after the successful Hubble Space Telescope Servicing Systems Engineering organization.
The James Webb Space Telescope is the world's next-generation space observatory and successor to the Hubble Space Telescope. The most powerful space telescope ever built, Webb will observe the most distant objects in the universe, provide images of the very first galaxies ever formed and study unexplored planets around distant stars. The Webb Telescope is a joint project of NASA, the European Space Agency and the Canadian Space Agency.
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Space Age Still Fresh On Kazakh Steppes
It is about the least imposing observation point to watch a space rocket launch that you could imagine - just a corrugated iron shack about 25 feet long by 10 feet deep. And the only refreshments available are bottles of water to stave off the shimmering heat of the burning summer Kazakh steppe.
But once the rocket engine ignites, you don't think about that, you don't think about anything. Seven kilometers, or 4.2 miles away, black powder gas has been pumped into a concrete-lined subterranean silo. The Dnepr booster, all 210 tons of it, is pushed by the gas out of its launching container with the protection tray beneath it still attached. Then the protection tray and the sealing rings are jettisoned.
Only when the huge rocket has been propelled into view above the launch silo does the first stage ignite, and there is no mistaking that. Beneath the pencil-thin black line that is the 100-foot high Dnepr rocket four miles away, a brilliant orange-red flare erupts, bright as the flames of an old Pittsburgh steel furnace, bright as the fires of hell itself.
Your eyes are held by continuing glare of the fiery exhaust eruption, even as the rocket rises. All is silent. And it is still silent as the smoke clouds billow and mushroom like a World War II 20,000-pound blockbuster bomb hitting its target. Except the energies here being released far exceed that. If something went wrong, if all the volatile fuels exploded on takeoff, the effect would be akin to a small tactical nuclear weapon exploding.
But no one is worried about that here. The famed Baikonur Cosmodrome now operated by Russia's Federal Space Agency doesn't stand on ceremony. There were no speeches, no welcoming parties, no parades or media extravaganzas. And the reliability rate so far of the new Dnepr booster is 97 percent.
Finally, close to half a minute after the first stage rocket engines is ignited, its roar hits the observation stand. Later, Russian and Kazakhstan officials politely and with obvious embarrassment apologize that it should have been louder.
I am sorry, says Nurgazev Ergazi Meirgalyevich, the special envoy of Kazakhstan President Nursultan Nazarbayev to the Baikonur Cosmodrome. Today's launch was not as impressive as a Proton or Soyuz. They are far more viewable, far more spectacular. The sound is stronger too.
He needn't have apologized. A Dnepr launch may be old news to the Russian and Kazakh engineers and space scientists who have made satellite launches and space station commutes from Baikonur safe and routine - the only space port or cosmodrome in the world of which that can yet be said. But to anyone else, they are spectacular experiences to last a lifetime.
The sound from Dnepr's engines roars back in and rattles the corrugated iron shed. It is not thunder, more like a thousand Main Battle Tanks revving up at the same time, or the way a Tyrannosaurus Rex must have sounded when it was clearing its throat.
By now Dnepr is rising fast and for all its 210-ton bulk it does not stand on stately ceremony like an old Saturn-V of the U.S. Apollo program in the 1960s.
Saturn V seemed to hover over the launch pad as if slowly making up its mind whether to head off to the Moon or just settle back on its cradle. But Dnepr takes off like a scalded cat. And as it shoots across the blazing high noon Kazakh sky, the observers dash out of the back of the still-rattling corrugated iron observation shed to keep track of it.
That isn't easy. Unlike so many U.S. space launches, Dnepr doesn't leave a vapor trail. It's just a dot by now streaking across the heavens and soon we are dependent on the clipped, simple no-nonsense Russian of the radio announcer at Mission Control Baikonur to tell us what is going on.
Within little more than a minute after launch, the first stage cuts off and separates, then the second stage ignites little more than two minutes from launch. Soon, that has shut down and separated too. The hard work and sweat of doing business in space takes months and years to prepare. Then it's over before you can blink.
Mission Control Baikonur keeps us informed.
186 seconds. Everything OK.
190 seconds. All is normal.
200 seconds. Engine stable.
210 seconds. Rocket is stable.
There's still tension in the observation platform, however. The Saudi Arabian, U.S. satellite company and European Space Agency engineers and executives present still don't know if their precious electronic cubes and footballs will go into orbit precisely where they're supposed to.
Within seven minutes after launch, Dneper is 240 miles down-range and still ascending at a speed of 15,000 miles per hour. In less than 11 minutes, it's so far down-range that Baikonur's own radio monitoring stations can no longer track it.
Finally, within 15 minutes of take-off, the Saudi delegation in their flowing robes and uncompromising black, formal suits are high-fiving it and shouting with delight. Mission Control Baikonur has confirmed the successful separation of all three of their sat-coms. Confirmation for the three U.S. ones and the two ESA satellites, one Italian and one French comes immediately afterwards.
It's a bittersweet moment for the U.S. space executives. Their three priceless pieces of hi-tech hardware are now safely in orbit and set to operate at high profit. But with the Space Shuttle grounded for the foreseeable future and huge clouds of uncertainty hanging over NASA's future programs, it took a Russian-Ukrainian rocket to put them there.
And there was none of the self-congratulatory boosterism or triumphalism that accompanies any major U.S. launch at Cape Canaveral. Baikonur takes this kind of thing in its stride.
A NASA executive asked us at a launch a while ago why nobody screamed and cheered here, when another manned cosmonaut launch went up, a young Russian engineer tells United Press International. Why should we, It's just another routine job for us.
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Moon To Mars: What's Beyond?
Moffet Field CA (SPX) Jun 21, 2004
On January 14, 2004, President George W. Bush announced a new vision for America's civil space program that calls for human and robotic missions to the Moon, Mars, and beyond:
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Print of acrylic on canvas; available in 16×20 and 9×12.
My friend also flew C-141s for the Airforce reserves based in Charleston S.C.. Both this and the C-130 were natural for me to paint. Both cargo planes were based near me when I lived in Germany as a kid in the sixties.
U.S. cargo planes have been involved in several humanitarian missions over the years.
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Balasore: DRDO-developed Enhanced Range Pinaka rockets’ user trials has been conducted at Balasore & Pokhran in past few weeks.
In success for Make in India in defence, manufacturers including Munitions India Ltd&Economic Explosives Ltd met user requirements at trials’ completion.
Trials of the Pinaka extended range rocket were carried out at Pokhran Firing Ranges in Rajasthan on Wednesday. Multiple successful test firings were carried out during the tests.
The Pinaka rocket has been developed by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), however, the rockets are produced by private sector firm. The Pinaka is an Artillery Missile System capable of striking into enemy territory up to a range of 75 kilometres with high precision.
In April 2022, the DRDO and Indian Army successfully flight-tested Pinaka Mk-I (Enhanced) Rocket System (EPRS) and Pinaka Area Denial Munition (ADM) rocket systems at Pokhran Firing Ranges.
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by Kit Bowen 26 May, 2020
Writer/director Doug Liman re-teams with star Tom Cruise on an action-adventure film to be shot in space, Deadline reports.
Cruise and Liman will be involving Elon Musk’s Space X and NASA on the project that will require them to travel to space. Yes, the actual outer space. Cruise has always been known to take risks for his action films, but filming in space is pretty ambitious, to say the least. Liman previously worked with Cruise on American Made and Edge of Tomorrow.
Meanwhile, Musk, who has been actively pursuing human space travel, is launching the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from the Kennedy Space Center on May 27 with two American astronauts. One small step…
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AIRBUS continued to pile up orders for its revamped A320neo passenger jet at the Paris Air Show yesterday, as Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived to promote his country’s aerospace industry.
Three airlines and a leasing company revealed plans to acquire 121 more of the Airbus A320neo (new engine option) aircraft, with wings built at the company’s Broughton plant.
On Monday the European manufacturer announced deals for 126 A320neos.
Indian budget carrier IndiGo could confirm today a $16 billion order for 180 A320s provisionally made in January, industry sources said.
Analysts added the healthy demand from buyers at the show this week has provided evidence of a solid upturn in the air transport industry, mainly powered by emerging markets in Asia. The rise in oil prices earlier this year has give them a new sense of urgency to acquire more fuel-efficient aircraft.
Yesterday, JetBlue Airways announced a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for the airline to purchase 40 A320neo aircraft. In addition, the MOU will allow JetBlue to convert 30 of its current orders for A320s to the larger A321 model with enhanced wing-tip devices called Sharklets.
The New York-based airline has long made the A320 Family the core of its fleet, starting with the delivery of its very first aircraft in 1999, an Airbus A320, one of 173 it had ordered before yesterday’s announcement.
Garuda Indonesia also signed an MOU for the purchase of 25 A320 aircraft. The MOU covers 15 standard A320s followed by 10 A320neo aircraft for operation by the carrier’s domestic low cost unit Citilink. Leasing company CIT of New York also signed an MoU with Airbus for 50 A320neo Family aircraft and TransAsia Airways of Taiwan ordered six A321neos.
Airbus chief operating officer John Leahy said it had 544 commitments for the new A320 aircraft.
“We have exceeded our expectations for the new aircraft and the week is not yet over. We had hoped to have received 500 orders for the A320neo and we are closer to 600,” he said.
Airbus is marketing the revamped version of its A320 but Boeing is holding back on deciding whether to upgrade or redesign its 737 passenger jet, the best-selling plane in aviation history.
Leahy believes Airbus has the upper hand with the A320neo, whose more efficient engines could save airlines 15% in fuel costs.
Boeing president Pat Shanahan conceded the Seattle-based manufacturer might lose some custom while it considers the future of its 737.
Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin arrived at the air show after meeting French President Nicolas Sarkozy. He toured the air show halls, which houses a sizeable contingent of Russian aerospace companies, and watched three Russian aircraft take part in the flying display including the Beriev water bomber.
Meanwhile, Airbus were fantasising about the future of flight with a whimsical airliner featuring clear panels in the roof. In opposition, Boeing revealed its latest plans for the 787 Dreamliner as senior officials from both firms skirted the issue airline chiefs want the answer to - when will a replacement for the 150-seat A320 and Boeing 737 be announced.
At Airbus equally as much attention is given to the A380 superjumbo. But only 20 are planned to be built this year. In comparison Airbus build 34 A320s a month.
Analyst Dominic Gates said: “Industry experts are focusing on the near-term strategic choice ahead in the crucial small-airliner segment, where Boeing estimates over the next 20 years airlines will buy more than 23,000 single-aisle aircraft. These short-haul jets, the workhorses of routes worldwide, represent aviation’s largest single market niche.
“Boeing and Airbus split the global market about 50-50 right now so the company can’t afford to have the A320neo tilt that balance significantly toward Airbus.”
Before the industry gathers again next year at Farnborough, Boeing and Airbus designers, should have something on the drawing board to show airlines what they are realistically considering rather than flights of fantasy.
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International civil aviation body advises Pakistan to suspend issuance of new pilot licenses
A Pakistani aviation ministry official told Reuters that the country has not issued any new licenses since July, in the wake of the scandal.
Oman could ban Pakistan International Airlines in light of pilot certification concerns
While expressing concern over the recent safety issue...
Pakistan aviation authority suspends licenses of 34 more PIA pilots
Pakistan's aviation authority has suspended the licenses of 34 more pilot...
Deadly crash and fake pilots expose Pakistan’s broken airline
Investigations into at least three major crashes in Pakistan in the past decade found the pilots were either at fault or didn’t follow guidelines. In a shocking revelation, Aviation Minister Ghulam Sarwar Khan said that 262 of over 850 pilots in Pakistan had fake qualifications and many didn’t even sit the exams themselves.
Europe bans entry of Pakistan International Airlines over dubious pilot license
Pakistan International Airlines spokesman Abdullah Hafeez said PIA has not been flying to Europe because of the pandemic. But the airline had hoped to resume its flights to Oslo, Copenhagen, Paris, Barcelona and Milan within the next two months.
Pakistan's closest ally in SE Asia ground Pak-origin pilots over fake licence scam
Pakistan has a total of 860 pilots, 107 of whom work for foreign airlines. Countries have started grounding Pakistan pilots. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency has also suspended Pakistan International Airlines entry into EU for six months.
262 pilots in Pakistan hold fake licenses: Aviation Minister
The decision comes at a time when an initial inquiry into a PIA plane crash was presented before the parliament by the country's aviation minister, who also highlighted irregularities at the national carrier.
Islamabad’s traditional allies in Gulf plan to suspend Pakistan origin pilots in their carriers
There are reports that Kuwait Airways, one of the oldest Airways in West Asia has grounded all its seven pilots of Pakistani origin. More than 30% of civilian pilots in Pakistan have fake licenses and are not qualified to fly, the country's aviation minister Ghulam Sarwar Khan announced last Wednesday.
Pak plane crash: Pilot ignored warning about plane height from air traffic control
According to a report from air traffic control, the flight left the Lahore airport at 1:05 pm (local time) and was scheduled to land at the Jinnah International Aiport in Karachi at 2:30 pm (local time).
International airlines initiate probe against Pakistani pilots, staff after reports of fake licence emerge: Report
Last week, cash-strapped Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) grounded 150 pilots with "dubious licenses" after the preliminary probe report of the Karachi plane crash on May 22 blamed the pilots and the air traffic control for the tragedy that killed 97 people.
2 Pakistan Army pilots killed in plane crash near Gujarat
The ISPR said that Major Umer, an instructor pilot, and Lieutenant Faizan, a student pilot, were killed during the crash, Dawn reported. On March 23, a PAF F-16 aircraft crashed near Shakarparian in Islamabad during rehearsals for the Pakistan Day Parade.
Crashed PIA plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report
The Airbus A-320 from Lahore to Karachi was 15 nautical miles from the Jinnah International Airport, flying at an altitude of 10,000 feet above the ground instead of 7,000 when the Air Traffic Control (ATC) issued its first warning to lower the plane's altitude, Geo News quoted an ATC report as saying.
Crashed PIA plane's pilot did not follow ATC instructions: Pakistan aviation authority
Flight PK-8303 from Lahore crashed at the Jinnah Garden area near Model Colony in Malir, minutes before its landing in Karachi's Jinnah International Airport.Eleven people on the ground were injured.
US bans PIA operations over dubious licences issue: Report
The decision has been taken after 262 Pakistani pilots were grounded, whose licences the Aviation Minister Ghulam Sarwar Khan had termed “dubious” in the National Assembly.
Pakistan Air Force aircraft crashes near Attock during routine training mission
The air force said that the incident took place during a routine training mission, however, no loss of life was reported, The Dawn reported. "The pilot ejected safely. No loss of life or property has been reported on the ground," the statement further said.
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No 6 Air Observer School
This list details the Air Observer Courses that were conducted at No 6 Air Observer School located near:
Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, Canada.
This List is incomplete and will be enhanced as my time permits and as requests are received.
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Popular game part of Winter Reading Program
The 96th Maintenance Squadron overwhelmed the 359th Training Squadron 10-5 July 18 in intramural softball league competition here.
Armament Directorate crushed Air Force Research Laboratory 14-4 in intramural softball here June 8.
The 592nd Special Operations Maintenance Squadron basketball team triumphed over the Air Force Research Laboratory team in the third week of intramural basketball league competition here, 41-32, Jan. 24.
Med Group wins in opening week intramural basketball
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FOR SALE: AIR 3 Navigation (7.2)
weight: 437 g
Price: 620 EUR / 620 USD / 540 GBP.
…plus shipping. Instrument is in fantastic condition: Excellent, Colors: Orange/black, Location: Boston – United States [ US ].
Other item info: Most wanted navigation for XC flying and competitions. Robust, durable.
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FedEx donates jet to aviation technology
Generous gift to upgrade COA program
College of Alameda's Aviation Maintenance Technology program got a lift March 12, when the Peralta Community College Board of Trustees approved a recommendation to accept the donation of a Boeing 727 from the FedEx Corporation.
"It is rare that this type of opportunity comes along, and it is essential to the upgrading of equipment as part of the Aviation Maintenance Technician program," said a report presented by College of Alameda President Jannett Jackson. "It will afford us the opportunity to equip our students with current equipment, which will enhance their future employability."
According to the report, the donation is the result of three years of negotiation between College of Alameda's Aviation Maintenance Department and FedEx, the brainchild of aviation faculty member Dan Gunther, who passed away last year. The plane was flown into Oakland International Airport on Feb. 20, and has begun a process of reconfiguration for the donation.
"FedEx makes sure the plane is inoperable, and will not be able to fly. But the systems will work," Jackson said. "Most of the systems we have now are dated more than you on the board."
The college's new airplane will be housed at their aviation facility located at 970 Harbor Bay Parkway in Alameda, in between the Oakland International Airport and the Chuck Corica Golf Complex.
The location has housed College of Alameda's aviation facility since 1973, when the Port of Oakland's Board of Commissioners signed a grant deed for just over an acre of land to the Peralta Community College District. The grant deed allows the college and the district use of the land in perpetuity as long as they maintain its use for aviation maintenance training.
"This donation will enhance the existing training program with a state of the art aircraft that is still flying and in the inventory of many commercial airlines and aviation businesses, unlike the older aircraft currently being used as training devices," the report said.
In order to store the plane, the college must make a few minor changes to the facility, including pouring concrete pads under the aircraft's front and rear landing gear and laying asphalt under the entire span of the plane.
It was also recommended that the current fence line of the adjacent aviation facility be extended to allow faculty and students easy access to the plane. The college and the district have been in talks with Interim Director of the Port of Oakland Deborah Ale Flint on a temporary storage solution until modifications to the property can be completed.
College of Alameda is one of only six colleges receiving an airplane; others include Sacramento City College, and City College of San Francisco, the only other public aviation maintenance technology program in the Bay Area.
The wingspan of a Boeing 727 stretches 108 feet, measures 153 feet in total length and has a maximum passenger capacity of 189. The plane weighs in at 191,000 pounds with a tail high of 34 feet. Three Pratt & Whitney JT8D turbofans produce a top cruising speed of 605 mph with a range of 2500 miles at 40,000 feet.
"If you think of the size of a football field, the wing span is about that wide, and the entire plane takes up about three-quarters of a football field," Jackson said.
According to Jackson, all of the program's graduates have already been placed in jobs at major airlines and Rolls Royce. "This will be a major boost to our already successful Aviation Maintenance Technology program," she said, "and will enhance our ability to offer aeronautics system training."
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2007 Piasecki H-21 tööhobune/Shawnee is an American helicopter, the fourth of a line of tandem rotor helicopters designed and built by Piasecki Helicopter (later Boeing Vertol). Commonly called “the flying banana”, it was a multi-mission helicopter, utilizing wheels, skis, or floats.
The H-21 was originally developed by Piasecki as an Arctic rescue helicopter. The H-21 had winterization features permitting operation at temperatures as low as −65 °F (−54 °C), and could be routinely maintained in severe cold weather environments.
Allikas: Piasecki HU-21 Wikis
The Piasecki HU-2 was a variant of the Piasecki HUP Retriever, a compact utility helicopter with twin overlapping tandem rotors. The HU-2 was designed for the US Navy to perform rescue and transport missions from ships and aircraft carriers. The HU-2 was powered by a single Continental R-975 radial engine and could carry up to four passengers or two stretchers. The HU-2 was also equipped with an autopilot and a winch that could lower a rescue sling through a door in the cabin. The HU-2 was one of the first helicopters to perform a loop, although this was unintentional. The HU-2 was produced from 1949 to 1954 and was later replaced by the Sikorsky H-34.
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Lockheed's Better FSS, Predicts AOPA
Interactive briefings over the Internet, e-mail and PDA NOTAM alerts and guaranteed service parameters are all part of the plan as Lockheed Martin takes over the Automated Flight Service Station system. The company won the outsourcing competition for the system last Tuesday and, two days later, met with AOPA executives. "After spending about 90 minutes getting an advance look at a 21st century flight service station and asking hard questions, all I can say is 'Wow!'" said AOPA President Phil Boyer. Lockheed Martin will cut the number of FSSs from 58 to 21 but will introduce the Web and wireless technology to improve service. During interactive online briefings, the FSS staffer and pilot will both be looking at the same charts and documents. If something changes while the flight is in the air, the briefer will be able to send an e-mail alert. One knock on the elimination of FSS facilities is that briefers won't always be familiar with the weather and topography of the regions they cover. Boyer said he was assured by Lockheed Martin that briefers will be trained for local conditions and pilots will talk to staff members who are familiar with their flight's route. Lockheed Martin takes over in October but all phone numbers and radio frequencies will remain the same.
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India has received the first of 15 Boeing CH-47F Chinook heavy-lift helicopters during a ceremony at the manufacturer's production facility in Philadelphia.
The event on 1 February marked the commencement of deliveries to the Indian Air Force (IAF) that are set to run through to 2023. With this first helicopter having been formally accepted in the US, the IAF's Chinooks are expected to be shipped to Mundra Port on India's west coast in March before being flown to their future operational base at Chandigarh in the far north of the country.
India signed its government-to-government deal with the US in September 2015, with the USD1.1 billion contract covering 15 Chinooks plus the option for a further seven.
Once operational, the Chinooks will replace the three Mil Mi-26 'Halo' heavy-lift helicopters that the IAF received from the then-Soviet Union in 1986. While the Mi-26 can lift heavier loads than the Chinook, the latter helicopter has more of a multirole capability and should boost the IAF's overall rotary-lift capabilities while enhancing its capacity to assist in domestic and regional humanitarian assistance and disaster relief missions.
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Analysis of Control Strategies for Aircraft Flight Upset Recovery
AIAA Guidance, Navigation, and Control Conference
This paper proposes a framework for studying the ability of a control strategy, consisting of a control law and a command law, to recover an aircraft from flight conditions that may extend beyond the normal flight envelope. This study was carried out (i) by evaluating time responses of particular flight upsets, (ii) by evaluating local stability over an equilibrium manifold that included stall, and (iii) by bounding the set in the state space from where the vehicle can be safely flown to
... ely flown to wings-level flight. These states comprise what will be called the safely recoverable flight envelope (SRFE), which is a set containing the aircraft states from where a control strategy can safely stabilize the aircraft. By safe recovery it is implied that the transient response stays between prescribed limits before converging to a steady horizontal flight. The calculation of the SRFE bounds yields the worst-case initial state corresponding to each control strategy. This information is used to compare alternative recovery strategies, determine their strengths and limitations, and identify the most effective strategy. In regard to the control law, the authors developed feedback feedforward laws based on the gain scheduling of multivariable controllers. In regard to the command law, which is the mechanism governing the exogenous signals driving the feedforward component of the controller, we developed laws with a feedback structure that combines local stability and transient response considerations. The upset recovery of the Generic Transport Model, a sub-scale twin-engine jet vehicle developed by NASA Langley Research Center, is used as a case study.
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06/05/2016: Australia’s first P-8A Poseidon aircraft has completed its maiden flight.
The aircraft flew a short distance from Renton Airfield to Boeing Field in Washington State USA, to where the P-8A’s sophisticated mission systems will be installed as part of project AIR 7000.
The $5.4 billion P-8A program will provide Australia’s future manned maritime patrol and response aircraft capability, replacing in part the AP-3C Orion aircraft.
The P-8A Poseidon is 39.5 metres long, has a maximum takeoff weight of 85,820kg and a wingspan of 37.6m. Powered by two jet engines, it has a top speed is 907km/h with a maximum range of 7,500km.
With a saving of US$260m compared to the initial budget, the P-8A Poseidon aircraft were acquired through a cooperative program with the United States Navy and contracted to Boeing Defence Space and Security.
A Royal Australian Air Force crew will fly the aircraft to Australia in late 2016 following post-production checks and acceptance.
Credit: Australian Ministry of Defense:5/24/16
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Vistara takes off with AMOS
20 Nov 2019
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- Indian full-service carrier Vistara selects AMOS as prime MRO Software Solution
- The AMOS footprint in India further increased
- As an end-to-end MRO solution AMOS will assist Vistara in achieving their growth plans
Custom-tailored, two-phase implementation
Swiss-AS is pleased to announce that Vistara, a joint venture of TATA and Singapore Airlines, has selected AMOS as their end-to-end MRO software solution for its entire fleet of Airbus and Boeing aircraft. The airline recently inaugurated its international operations and aims to expand into geographies across the world as it inducts new aircraft from Airbus as well as Boeing. The state-of-the-art AMOS software solution supports their ambitious growth plans.
Vistara’s newly phased-in Boeing B737-800NG aircraft will be directly managed in AMOS. This project has a very special, non-standard set-up in order to efficiently support the airline’s requirements. The implementation will be split into two main phases: Phase one will focus on the B737 fleet into AMOS with a planned go-live as early as autumn 2019. The next phase foresees the transfer of the complete fleet including Airbus and future Boeing 787 Dreamliner into AMOS.
In-house AMOS experience expediting the implementation process
Ronald Schaeuffele, CEO of Swiss-AS, says, ”Vistara is a strategic, high-profile customer for us and we are honored to welcome them to the AMOS Community. India is a very important market for Swiss-AS ever since the first Indian customer signed for AMOS in the nineties and now, with Vistara on board, we further increase our footprint in India.”
Vistara has succeeded in hiring engineering and maintenance staff who are already familiar with AMOS. This in-house AMOS know-how will help Vistara accelerate the implementation and reduce the time devoted to training and the general familiarization process regarding AMOS. In addition, Vistara has skilled in-house resources able to manage the data migration process. This will facilitate the data upload of the newly arrived B737-800NG aircraft into AMOS.
With the selection of AMOS, Vistara will use a future-proof M&E software that ensures operational efficiencies in all maintenance areas and allows the airline to launch its digital transformation process.
Ravinder Pal Singh, Chief Information & Innovation Officer, Vistara, says, ”We have always embraced and invested in meaningful technologies that enable our growth plan and enhance differentiation for Vistara. We’re committed to our approach of digitalization of processes and lead innovation in Indian aviation. Our investment in AMOS will help us gain insights into our fleet’s engineering health, enhance productivity of resources and aircraft with greater mobility and information on fingertips. Overall, it will also be a key platform for continuous innovation in maintenance and overhaul of aircraft and its supply-chain.”
Sisira Kanta Dash, Senior Vice President – Engineering, Vistara, said, “AMOS will integrate our maintenance processes and provide us with the required commercial and operational flexibility across the fleet. We want to create a futurist engineering division of Vistara and this is one of the key steps in that direction.”
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Secretive space plane mission delayed again.
The US Air Force has again delayed the launch of their X-37B ‘research vehicle’, stating “final approvals” as the reason to delay the launch which was originally scheduled for October 25 and later moved to November 27. Some reports suggest the Air Force is looking at December 11 for the launch.
The X-37B was originally launched in 2010, and the Air Force claims the vehicle is for both testing “reusable spacecraft technologies”, and conducting “experiments which can be returned to, and examined, on Earth”. There’s also speculation that the vehicle is used for secret reconnaissance, with the craft likely to be able to be moved over a given location much faster than a conventional satellite.
The last mission for the unmanned vehicle saw it spend 469 days in orbit, landing on June 16 this year.
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Pursuant to subsection 5.9(2) of the Aeronautics Act, and after taking into account that the exemption is in the public interest and is not likely to affect aviation safety, I hereby exempt all persons operating an aeroplane for flight training and pilot testing from the requirements set out in paragraph 425.23(1)(b) of the Flight Training Standard made pursuant to Section 405.23 of the Canadian Aviation Regulations, subject to the following condition.
Section 405.23 of the Canadian Aviation Regulations states that no person shall operate a training aircraft unless the aircraft meets the personnel licensing standards.
Paragraph 425.23(1)(b) of the Flight Training Standard states that an aircraft that is used for flight training shall in the case of an aeroplane, be equipped with a turn and slip indicator or a turn coordinator.
The purpose of this exemption is to permit persons operating an aeroplane for flight training and pilot testing on aeroplanes, which are not equipped with a turn and slip indicator or turn coordinator, but which have an alternate means of displaying (e.g. glass-cockpit primary flight display), the rate of turn and the indication of slip.
This exemption applies to all persons operating an aeroplane for flight training and pilot testing in accordance with Subpart IV of the Canadian Aviation Regulations.
This exemption is subject to the following condition:
- Persons shall not operate an aeroplane for pilot testing which is not equipped with a turn and slip indicator or turn coordinator on a flight test for the commercial pilot licence – aeroplane, during the assessment of limited panel skills (exercises 24B and 24C).
This exemption is in effect from November 1, 2008 until the earliest of the following:
- 11:59 EST on April 30, 2010;
- the date on which any condition set out in this exemption is breached; or
- the date on which this exemption is cancelled in writing by the Minister where he is of the opinion that it is no longer in the public interest or is likely to affect aviation safety.
Dated at Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, this 30th day of October, 2008, on behalf of the Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities.
Original signed by R. Bancroft for
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SpaceX had a big morning: It successfully launched its first government satellite and got its rocket to return safely to Earth to boot. The company sent up the spy satellite for the National Reconnaissance Office aboard a Falcon 9 rocket at 7:15am from NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, reports USA Today. Nine minutes later, the rocket returned to Cape Canaveral. Details of the spy satellite's mission are classified, reports Space.com, which adds that about the only thing known is that it will be in a low-Earth orbit.
The Orlando Sentinel sees Monday's launch as a milestone because SpaceX has previously focused on cargo missions to the International Space Station or commercial telecom satellites. The launch of a government payload, then, marks the start of a new era of competition between SpaceX and United Launch Alliance, which had cornered the market on government launches in recent years. (More SpaceX stories.)
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Book your RNO to PIH flights with Expedia and find last-minute Reno to Pocatello airfare. Expedia offers discount airfare on multiple airline carriers that fly direct and indirect routes between RNO and PIH, with new flight deals and promotions almost daily. When you book your next trip from Reno Tahoe Intl. to Pocatello Regional with Expedia, you can rest assured you’re getting great ticket prices and excellent service from one of the world’s most trusted travel providers.
Interesting Facts About Flights from Reno to Pocatello (RNO to PIH)
- The average aircraft occupancy on flights from Reno to Pocatello in 2009 was 54%.
- Skywest Air offers flights from Reno, NV to Pocatello, ID.
- There were 27 passengers that flew from Reno to Pocatello in 2009.
- The oldest aircraft servicing trips from Reno, NV to Pocatello, ID in 2009 was Skywest Air's CRJ-2/4 from Canadair which started flying in 1997.
- Skywest Air carried a total of 27 passengers from RNO to PIH in 2009.
- In 2009, there was just one airline company serving flights from Reno to Pocatello.
- Skywest Air operated flights from RNO to PIH using one type of aircraft in 2009.
- The largest aircraft servicing flights between Reno and Pocatello from Skywest Air is the CRJ-2/4 built by Canadair with 50 seats.
- The smallest aircraft servicing flights from RNO to PIH for Skywest Air is the CRJ-2/4 built by Canadair with 50 seats.
- 50 seats were available on flights from RNO to PIH in 2009. Of those seats, a total of 27 passengers flew on all flights from RNO to PIH that year.
- The newest aircraft servicing RNO to PIH in 2009 was Skywest Air's CRJ-2/4 from Canadair. The CRJ-2/4 started flying in 1997.
(Source: FAA & BTS 2009 Databases)
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Remember the AA A300 had a major upset over the Atlantic (en route from the US to the Caribbean) in severe turbulence in 1994? 47 injured? "Bermuda Triangle Strikes Again" headlines?
Same aircraft. Probably just coincidence, the aircraft would have been closely inspected and has had at least one D-check since, but it's an interesting addition to the mystery of what brought down AA587.
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The British Ministry of Defense (MoD) deployed Rafael Advanced Defense Systems’ DRONE DOME counter-Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (c-UAV) system to protect world leaders from unmanned aerial threats during the G7 Summit in Cornwall, England.
Rafael’s DRONE DOME c-UAV system provides all-weather, 360-degree rapid defense against hostile drones. Fully operational and globally deployed, DRONE DOME offers a modular, robust infrastructure comprised of electronic jammers and sensors and unique artificial intelligence algorithms to effectively secure threatened air space.
DRONE DOME’s advanced technology allows it to effectively address drone and UAV threats through detection, identification, and neutralization by identifying a threat, allocating the target to the laser, locking onto the target, tracking it, and carrying out a soft- or hard- kill with its unique laser technology.
DRONE DOME’s artificial intelligence capabilities and advanced laser and sensor systems provide a precise picture of incoming threats, allowing the system to detect and identify specific threat elements more accurately to engage and neutralize targets faster and more efficiently.
The system’s flexibility across military and civil applications offers advanced protection for manoeuvring forces, sensitive facilities, border protection, and civilian targets such as airports and other public facilities.
“Rafael today recognizes two new and key trends in the field of counter-UAVs, both of which DRONE DOME can successfully defend against,” said Meir Ben Shaya, Rafael EVP for Marketing and Business Development of Air Defence Systems.
“The first trend is the number of drones employed during an attack, and the operational need to have the ability counter multiple, simultaneous attacks; this is a significant, practical challenge that any successful system must be able to overcome.
“The second trend is the type of tool being employed. Previously, air defense systems were developed to seek out conventional aircraft, large UAVs, and missile, but today these defense systems must also tackle smaller, slower, low-flying threats which are becoming more and more autonomous.
“Today’s threats pose a significant challenge for SIGNT and radar systems which are predominantly built to seek larger, more conventional targets. These new threats require hard-kill solutions, which is precisely why Rafael developed its laser interception system now integrated into DRONE DOME.”
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The Hilltop Times posted a great Commentary by SMSgt Bill Fortenberry from Davis-Monthan AFB about the Air Force Enlisted Village and its impact on him. He volunteered at the Air Force Enlisted Village when he was stationed at Tyndall AFB in 2009. SMSgt Fortneberry reminds us that AFEV is one of the four Air Force affiliate charities that is supported by the Air Force Assistance Fund. You can read the story here: http://www.hilltoptimes.com/content/air-force-enlisted-village
Thank you, SMSgt Fortenberry!
The AFAF campaign begins on March 2, 2015 at Hill AFB and on March 23, 2015 at Davis-Monthan AFB.
We want to give a shout out to Vance Air Force Base for posting their kickoff event via Facebook and creating a news feed with AFAF information, http://1.usa.gov/1DevPt6. It’s a great way to share how bases support the annual AFAF tradition “Commitment to Caring” and meet their established goals!!
We would like to recognize Laughlin Air Force Base for their commitment to caring! Giving Aid: Col. Brian Hastings, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, fills out an Air Force Assistance Fund donation slip at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 5, 2015. The Air Force Assistance Fund is an annual campaign to help raise funds for four charities that support military members: the Air Force Aid Society, Air Force Enlisted Village, Air Force Village and the General and Mrs. Curtis E. LeMay Foundation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Maysonet) (Released)
Today, Monday, 9 Feb., Joint Base Charleston Air Force Base kicks off their annual AFAF campaign. Specific information for JB Charleston AFB, SC is available at their base website: http://1.usa.gov/1I2513J. We hope they’ll post pictures and information from their kickoff event too!
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We are all responsible for caring for the environment so our planet and its resources can be inherited by future generations, and when we run businesses, this responsibility becomes even greater.
Business aviation often unfairly comes under scrutiny for its environmental impact, despite statistics confirming that the industry creates just a fraction of the total environmental impact that the broader aviation sector is responsible for. In reality, business and general aviation is a hotbed for sustainability-related innovations and the creation of greener technologies. BizAv companies are exploring measures such as electric flights, hydrogen-powered aircraft, and the conscious adoption of more sustainable practices to reduce their carbon footprint.
Electric flights are one example. Several companies, including MagniX and Eviation, are developing electric aircraft that can carry passengers. MagniX’s Magni250 electric propulsion system has been tested on a Cessna Caravan aircraft, while Eviation is developing the Alice, a nine-passenger electric aircraft with a range of 650 miles, that will be fully electric-powered.
Alternative, green fuels
Hydrogen-powered aircraft is another measure. ZeroAvia is one of the leaders in this technology. Its hydrogen fuel cell system has been successfully tested on a six-seat Piper Malibu aircraft. The company plans to launch a 19-seat hydrogen-electric aircraft by 2024, with a range of 500 miles.
Sustainable practices are also becoming more prevalent in business aviation. Companies are adopting measures such as reducing their overall energy consumption, using sustainable fuels, and minimizing waste. For example, Embraer has implemented a closed-loop water system in its production facility, reducing its water consumption by 35%. The company is also working on developing aircraft with lower emissions.
Anyone familiar with UAS will know our incentives to inspire the use of SAF for global operations, something that is extremely important to me. I believe that by implementing sustainable measures business aviation is contributing to a cleaner and healthier future while also maintaining its economic viability.
For more Executive Insight, visit UAS Blog
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LONDON – Qatar Airways (QR) has this week announced its resumption of flights to South Africa, offering up to 19 flights per week. The services will resume today.
With a mix of Airbus A350 and Boeing 787 Dreamliners to be used, services to Cape Town (CPT), Durban (DUR), and Johannesburg (JNB) will be the destinations in question.
It is unclear what the individual frequencies for each flight will be, but offering 19 flights per week will offer an international boost to South Africa’s air market.
Al Baker Committed to Africa
Commenting on the launches was the Group Chief Executive His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker who expressed delight over South Africa. “We are delighted to resume flights to South Africa further expanding our network in the region.”
“We know many passengers across the world and in South Africa have been eagerly awaiting the resumption of scheduled international flights and we look forward to helping reunite them with their families and loved ones.”
“Qatar Airways has worked closely with the Government of South Africa throughout this crisis operating 28 special charter flights to help take over 11,500 South Africans and international travellers home.”
A Big Capacity Boost
With these new services, it now means that QR is servicing 63 weekly flights to 17 destinations across the African continent. The airline already operates 650 weekly flights to 90 destinations globally.
Qatar was also keen to note that during the pandemic, it never dropped below 30 destinations, due to cargo and repatriation operations at the start of lockdown.
The airline has also placed emphasis on the use of its 49 Airbus A350 and 30 Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft that have been able to operate sufficiently due to its efficiencies and low-cost base, meaning that routes can be changed far easier and cheaper.
The fate of the A380
Bizarrely, in the release from the airline, it discussed what plans it has for its Airbus A380 aircraft that are still in storage. In a statement, the airline said it is not commercially or environmentally justifiable to operate the aircraft.
“Due to COVID-19’s impact on travel demand, the airline has taken the decision to ground its fleet of Airbus A380 as it is not commercially or environmentally justifiable to operate such a large aircraft in the current market.”
“The airline’s fleet of 49 Airbus A350 and 30 Boeing 787 are the ideal choice for the most strategically important long-haul routes to Africa, the Americas, Europe and Asia-Pacific regions.”
More information on this will follow in an interview that will be released by Airways later this month.
Good News Either Way?
This is significantly good news for the airline, especially with the number of frequencies it will initially run with. Demand for South Africa appears to be very strong based on this data, and that going forward, it seems that QR will continue to have the right cards in its deck.
From operating consistently during the pandemic to slowly and gradually restarting operations successfully, it now has the chance to be successful once again, especially going into 2021.
Featured Image: Qatar Airways Airbus A350-1000. Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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Stranded Army expedition team evacuated from Pin Parbati pass.
New Delhi, Sep 14 (ANI): The Indian Air Force team on Sunday rescued and evacuated 19 members of the Army Mountaineering Expedition team from the Pin Parbati pass in Himachal Pradesh with the help of Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv.
According to a press release of the Indian Air Force, this is the first ever-recorded mission carried out by the ALH Dhruv helicopter at high altitudes.
The Army's mountaineering team that was on expedition to the Pin Parbati pass situated at a height of 14,600 feet from mean sea level (MSL), stranded in the treacherous glaciated terrain in the higher Himalayan hills due to incessant rains, heavy snowfall and bad weather.
The pilots of the Delhi based Western Air Command rescued the expedition team, which was stranded for the last five days.
An ALH Dhruv captained by Wg Cdr Nikhil Naidu with co-pilot Wg Cdr U.K.S. Bhaduria led the air rescue mission assisted by three cheetah copters of the Army Aviation Corps.
Though the degree of difficulty of the mission was very high, the experienced IAF pilots rescued the stranded team by means of conducting low hover pickups, press release stated.
A total of 12 personnel were rescued by a single Dhruv copter in three sorties and the Army's Cheetah helicopters rescued the rest seven personnel, the press release said. (ANI)
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Mark Hanna OFMC flying Messerschmitt Bf109 at Torp Norway 93
Late Mark Hanna(1959-1999)OFMC flying Hispano Buchon. Messerschmitt Bf109, in dogfight with Spitfire Mk.IX MH343(pilot unknown (tips?)), at Torp airfield Sandefjord Norway 1993. Arranged by SHF Scandinavian Historic Flight. Lots of real famos seldom planes. Greatest air show ever. The Spitfire pilot is Cliff Spinks, according to Anders Saether.
Sadly Mark Hanna was killed in an aircraft accident with the same aircraft at Sabadell Barcelona Spain 25 sept 1999.
You did a great show Mark Hanna....RIP
Roskilde Airshow 2013, Messerschmitt Me 109 G-4, the flight
The rare Messerschmitt Me 109 [Red 7] seen on the ground and in the air on
saturday the 17th of August at Roskilde Airshow 2013 in Denmark. All though
the pictures are far from perfect you can enjoy the fantastic sound from
that machine in the air. App. 95% of the total flight is recorded in this
video. In the show the next day it did make an emergency landing in a
cornfield near the airport. Luckily with no harm to the skilled pilot Klaus
Plasa, and only minor damage to the plane. The plane is own by EADS - a
huge european aerospace organisation and has home at Flugmuseum
Messerschmitt (Messerschmitt Stiftung) near München. There exist only very
few Me 109 mounted with the original Daimler-Benz DB-605 engine. The plane
itself is not quite original as it is licence build in Spain in 1950. The
plane have participated in the famous movie The Battle of Britain and has
crashed several times during its long life.
News May 2014:
The accident report from the belly landing have been published in May 2014
and reveal why the engine did stop in the air on that Sunday. The reason
was that this Me109 is not intended to do negative G flight, for example,
level flight upside down which the airplane did immediately before the
engine stopped. In the plane's Flight Manual, there was no restrictions
about that, and therefore the pilot could not know about that limitation.
Restriction markings regarding negative G fligh is now put into the Flight
Messerschmitt BF 109G-6 (Take off/Flight/Landing)
The amazing German Messerschmitt BF 109! BF 109G-6 model. Another excellent
addition to the BF-109 series. Turn up the speakers and listen to that
This aircraft is restored and owned by the Messerschmitt Foundation of
Manching, Germany. The video is a footage composition of three flights.
From the Aviation Film Arcrhives of Manfred Poznanski.
16 Sqn Wartime Pilots and Mark Hanna_Duxford_1996
On 19th September 1996, 16 Sqn wartime members held their first reunion at
Duxford. Mark Hanna was due to fly Spitfire PL965 (operated by 16 Sqn
during the second world war in 1945). Due to servicing schedules this was
not possible, so Mark flew MH434. Afterwards he spoke with some of 16
Sqn's pilots and groundcrew. Three of the pilots seen, flew PL965 in 1945
and each of them was awarded the DFC and one was also awarded the CdeG.
Another one of the pilots was shot down by a FW190 and the other pilot had
had to bale out of his PR Spitfire due to an engine fire over the
a mosquito at the fighter meet in 1996 unfortunately it crashed a few years
Messerschmitt Bf 109 G4 AWESOME SOUND !!!
Hear the beautyfull SOUND of the DB605 engine. The Messerschmitt Bf 109 G4
"Red 7" is performing a display over the HAHNWEIDE 2009 .
Die Rote 7 wird auf der Hahnweide 2009 von Klaus Plasa durch die Lüfte
gepeitscht, toller Sound und tolle Show !
A very Nice video of a BF109 G10 in flying condition
By M. Poznansky.
Messerschmitt ME109 Trailer 2
This is the second trailer from our DVD release "One Summer - two
Messerschitts" It shows a complete startup and flying sequence from ME109G
Filmed in 1996 sadly this aircraft is now stuck in a museum when it could
Duxford Focke Wulf 190 and Messerschmitt 109 WW2 Fighter
Focke-Wulf and Me 109 display
German ww2 Fighters
Flying Legends - 11th July 2009
Flying Legends - two words which instantly evoke the very best of classic
aircraft displaying at Duxford in one of the world's most celebrated air
shows. The Fighter Collection and the Imperial War Museum are proud to
present the 2009 event; another unmissable fusion of power, sounds and
This is footage of two ME109s with original Daimler Benz engines filmed in
1996. It is a trailer from a DVD release called "One Summer - Two
Messerschmitts" availabe at www.FlyingMachines.TV
Messerschmitt Bf-109E-3 Emil - Flying Heritage Collection
Here is a video of the Messerschmitt Bf-109 E-3 Emil that is owned and
operated by the Flying Heritage Collection at Paine Field in Everett,
Washington. This fly-day was June 6th, 2009 for the 65th anniversary of
D-Day. They flew their Fieseler Fi 156 C-2 Storch as well as their 109.
The museum has several airworthy WWII aircraft that have been restored to
amazing condition. This particular 109 has an authentic Daimler-Benz
Thank you all for your continued support of my videos and efforts here at
Paine Field in capturing these amazing aircraft. If you enjoy these
videos, click on the links in my profile page to show support and help me
show the best quality possible! Thanks again!
This is clip of Spitfire Mark 9 MH434 being flown by the late Mark Hanna at
Duxford in the UK. This is a clip from a DVD called "A Spitfires Story"
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