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Into Space 2 is the next sequel of the funny upgrade game. Get ready to launch your cool rocket into interplanetary space and manover it over obstructive objects as far as you can. Try to unlock new achievements, collect money to buy lots of upgrades and send your space shuttle even further. Much fun.
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Dealing With Debris
How can we solve the space debris problem? What will we learn from LOFAR? This edition of Naked Astronomy comes from the RAL Space Conference at the STFC’s Rutherford Appleton Laboratories. We’ll explore the crossover between space science and medicine, catch up with Curiosity and find out how a new satellite helps to test the latest tech.
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NASA SBIR 2010 Solicitation
FORM B - PROPOSAL SUMMARY
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SMALL BUSINESS CONCERN (Firm Name, Mail Address, City/State/Zip, Phone)
Applied Sciences Inc
141 W. Xenia Ave. PO Box 579
Cedarville, OH 45314 - 0579
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR/PROJECT MANAGER (Name, E-mail, Mail Address, City/State/Zip, Phone)
Patrick D. Lake
141 West Xenia Avenue
Cedarville, OH 45314 - 0579
(937) 766-2020 Extension :137
Estimated Technology Readiness Level (TRL) at beginning and end of contract:
TECHNICAL ABSTRACT (Limit 2000 characters, approximately 200 words)
This Small Business Innovation Research Phase I project seeks to develop self-healing composites using carbon nanofibers in conjunction with encapsulated resin/hardener. Polymer matrix composites offering multiple advantages of lightweight, high strength and stiffness, vibration damping, and corrosion resistance are becoming widely used in aerospace and commercial applications. A primary weakness of structural composites is damage from impact, where resulting microcracks can propagate to allow delamination and/or fiber breakage of the composite, resulting in loss of the excellent physical properties for which composites are selected. Incorporation of carbon nanofibers (CNF) into the polymer matrix, resulting in a significant increase of the composite interphase, has been shown to mitigate microcrack formation. CNF additives in the matrix have also demonstrated improvement in interlaminar mechanical properties, thermal and electrical conductivity, vibration damping, and fire retardancy. A separate promising tool for addressing damage from impact is the emerging class of self-healing materials, having the ability to heal microcracks and restore mechanical and corrosion-resistant properties of the composite. In the proposed effort, a combination of these tools will be investigated to determine the feasibility of incorporating self-healing, while concurrently producing multifunctional improvements in interlaminar shear strength, modulus, fracture toughness, transport properties, fire retardancy and vibration damping.
POTENTIAL NASA COMMERCIAL APPLICATIONS (Limit 1500 characters, approximately 150 words)
Self-healing nano-reinforced composites could be attractive for cryotanks due to carbon nanofibers ability to reinforce the matrix as well as mitigate micro-cracking combined with capability to repair damage from collisions with debris. In addition, self-healing multi-functional composites could be used for composite fan blades, fan casings or structural components in large-scale structures such as the Heavy Lift Vehicle or in in-space applications.
POTENTIAL NON-NASA COMMERCIAL APPLICATIONS (Limit 1500 characters, approximately 150 words)
Nano-scale self-healing reinforcements could increase the service life and boost physical properties of composites used for aerospace applications and in commercial markets for windmill blades, sports equipment, automotive, and aerospace structural composites. For example, a reduction in the need to replace windmill blades will result in a lowering of the cost of wind energy and will contribute to the solution of defining economical and renewable energy alternatives for the future.
TECHNOLOGY TAXONOMY MAPPING (NASA's technology taxonomy has been developed by the SBIR-STTR program to disseminate awareness of proposed and awarded R/R&D in the agency. It is a listing of over 100 technologies, sorted into broad categories, of interest to NASA.)
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Wr Bar Helicopters Receives AS350 Trainer
Female owned and operated, Wr Bar Helicopters of Seabrook, Texas received ELITE MH-350 Advanced Aviation Training Device (AATD) based on the AS350B
ELITE Simulation Solutions, December 05, 2016 - ORLANDO, Fl — Wr Bar Helicopters of Seabrook, Texas has received an FAA approved ELITE MH-350 single-engine turbine Helicopter Advanced Aviation Training Device (AATD) based on the AS350B.
Wr Bar Helicopters will provide training to pilots with a range of experience levels.
Female owned and operated, Wr Bar Helicopters plans to be a game-changing training provider in the local community.
Owner and Co-founder Jady Holland says, “We can teach pilots poten-tially life-saving techniques in a controlled and comfortable environment using the MH350 while minimizing their training costs. I am excited to use the ELITE AATD to usher in a new era of knowledgeable, professional pilots.”
The Houston area where Wr Bar Helicopters operates has one of the highest GA populations in the country with complicated airspaces and high-density traffic which greatly adds to the value of training on a simulator in addition to flight training.
“With the ever changing weather patterns here in the Gulf Coast area, staying current and profi-cient on IFR skills is essential, especially as a VFR pilot who could encounter inadvertent IMC. ELITE’s MH350 is a fantastic product for FAR 61.57(c) instrument experience as well as VFR training,” says Wr Bar Helicopter’s Chief Flight Instructor and Co-Founder Richard Holland.
About ELITE Simulation Solutions: For nearly 30 years, ELITE has been a pioneer and leading global provider of IFR training soft-ware, simulator hardware and aviation training devices.
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This is a Japanese-language book or magazine about aircraft and/or aircraft modeling. Some Japanese aircraft books, such as the Aero Detail series contain complete English text as well. See the product description below for details.
This issue features a nicely finished model of the United States Navy Carrier-Based Fighter Grumman F4F Wildcat (Pre-War Scheme) in 1/72 scale! The model measures about 11.5cm in length. This model is fully painted and requires only minimal assembly. A display stand is included.
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Boeing To Improve Apache Drive System in Saudi Arabia And UK | HIMARS Dispatched To Latvia | US Lets Taiwan Buy NASAMSSep 28, 2022 05:00 UTC
Boeing won a $191.8 million delivery order for the repair of multiple flight control surfaces used on the F/A-18E/F and E/A-18G aircrafts. The delivery order does not include an option period. Work will be performed in Jacksonville, Florida; various other locations within the continental US that cannot be determined at this time and St. Louis, Missouri, and work is expected to be completed by July 2025.
Mood Inc. won a $8.6 million deal for the spare of the Planetary Blade Fol used on the V-22 aircraft. The V-22 Osprey is a joint-service, medium-lift, multimission tilt-rotor aircraft developed by Boeing and Bell Helicopters. Boeing is responsible for the fuselage, landing gear, avionics, electrical and hydraulic systems, performance and flying qualities. All work will be performed in Torrance, California, and is expected to be completed by March 2026. Naval Supply Systems Command Weapon Systems Support, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is the contracting activity
Middle East & Africa
Boeing won a $16.4 million contract modification to Foreign Military Sales (Saudi Arabia and United Kingdom) for improved drive system-enhancement on the Apache attack helicopter, production line and for the Apache Longbow crew trainers. Work will take place in Arizona. Estimated completion date is August 30, 2024.
The Army is dispatching two High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems to Latvia for the country’s national combat readiness exercises, according to a statement from US Army Europe and Africa. Approximately a dozen personnel will be deployed with the rocket systems to the exercise, called Namejs 2022. US soldiers are practicing rapidly deploying long-range “precision fires capabilities in coordination with our allies and partners,” the statement said.
British engineering firm Supacat says it has completed the integration of chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) sensing technology into the country’s Fox armored vehicles. In a press release last week, the company revealed that the first batch of upgraded vehicles has already been delivered to the manufacturer, Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL).
The US government has agreed to let Taiwan buy the NASAMS air defense missile system, Up Media reports. The offer from the Americans were made during the annual Monterey Talks security meeting by both sides in Annapolis on June 20. According to the news report, the Taiwanese will be allowed to buy the latest variant of NASAMS which can fire the AIM-9X, AMRAAM, and AMRAAM-ER missiles.
WATCH: This is America’s M142 HIMARS
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Heat Resistant Copolyester-Carbonate Transparent Plastics,
AIR FORCE WRIGHT AERONAUTICAL LABS WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB OH
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Air Force service experience with state-of-the-art transparent plastics has demonstrated the need for improved materials. A project was started to evaluate research samples of copolyester-carbonate PEC plastics received from the Allied Corporation as a result of a research and development contract funded by the Materials Laboratory of the Air Force Wright Aeronautical Laboratories. Mechanical, physical and chemical properties of the PEC materials were evaluated in order to assess the potential to the material for use in aircraft transparencies. It was found that the PEC materials possess several advantages over the state-of-the-art polycarbonate plastics and that the materials showed promise for use in high performance transparencies.
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The world’s first-ever waterproof drone which can submerge in water like a submarine, float like a boat and fly in the air at over 69km per hour has been launched in the United States.
The Spry, featuring a 4K camera that can capture video at 30 frames per second and take pictures at 12 megapixels, will be commercially available by November, its creator SwellProUSA and Urban Drones said.
They said the waterproof remote control is also first-ever for a drone.
“We've only seen this in science fiction movies," Alex Rodriguez, Urban Drones' CEO, said in a statement.
"The Spry's ability to submerge under water and fly in the air makes it the most versatile drone ever created.”
He said drone enthusiasts will enjoy the Spry's advanced flight features like hold position, auto follow, object orbit and return to pilot's position.
Meanwhile, advanced users will enjoy the ability to fly the drone at speeds over 43km per hour while flipping and turning tight corners just like a racing drone.
The drone’s design and construction were wholly funded through a crowdsourcing campaign on Kickstarter within 45 minutes.
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Gizmodo reports construction on the first spaceport will begin tomorrow in Sierra County, New Mexico.
This newly-released image shows the sun rising over Spaceport America. It hasn't been built yet, but construction starts this Friday. It will be the beginning of the real future, the stuff dreams are made of.
Spaceport America will be the first spaceport in history, and it will host commercial operations by private space travel companies, like Virgin Galactic.
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How to find the cheapest flight from Chennai (MAA) to Buenos Aires (BUE)
All the information you need to plan the best MAA to BUE flight in 2022: compare Chennai to Buenos Aires flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Buenos Aires.
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The Earth Science Technology Program is designed to foster the creation and infusion of new technologies into Earth Science activities, to enable new science observations, or reduce the cost of current observations.
The Earth Science Technology Office (ESTO) runs the program and implementation is performed through open-competition solicitations (available at NSPIRES http://nspires.nasaprs.com/) in three distinct, but related, elements:
- Advanced Technology Initiatives (ATI) -- Concept studies and component and subsystem technologies serving as the building blocks for instruments, platforms, and information systems;
- Instrument Incubator Program (IIP) - Instrument technology investments include passive and active sensing techniques, such as radar systems, large lightweight antennas, and active optical sensors using lasers;
- Advanced Information Systems Technologies (AIST) - Technology developments include onboard processing, space communications, mission automation for self-tending spacecraft and instruments, and information synthesis to derive information from extremely large, complex data sets.
Remote sensing, computing, and communications technologies play a crucial role for the Science Focus Areas. Sustained technology developments are needed to provide future remote-sensing improvements and new capabilities that support advanced Earth-science research activities.
For more information about NASA’s Earth Science Technology program and activities, please visit The Earth Science Technology Office (ESTO) at: http://esto.nasa.gov/
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Lockheed Tristar - The Most Technologically Advanced Commercial Jet of Its Time
In April 1972, after six gruelling years of design and development, the then Lockheed California Company (now Lockheed Martin) delivered the most technologically advanced commercial jet of its era, the L-1011 TriStar, to its first client, Eastern Airlines.
To mark the moment, Lockheed decided to make an impressive statement about the capabilities of its new medium-to-long-range, wide-body trijet airliner. It did so in spectacular fashion. Overseen by two test pilots, a total of 115 crew members, VIPs, Lockheed employees, and selected reporters boarded a TriStar at Lockheed's Palmdale plant in California. The subsequent 4-hour, 13-minute flight to Washington Dulles Airport was achieved with virtually no input from the two pilots in the cockpit, the TriStar's Automatic Flight Control System being 'engaged from takeoff roll to landing'. It was, Lockheed proudly claimed, 'the first cross-country flight without the need for human hands on the controls'.
The L-1011 had faced daunting challenges on the way to its inaugural flight. Divergent needs from competing airlines led to design challenges. Financial difficulties ravaged its engine's manufacturer, Rolls-Royce, whilst a recession, fuelled by the world's first oil crisis, lessened the demand for commercial airliners.
Lockheed, though, battled through these challenges with the result that the TriStar, famed for its large, curved nose, low-set wings, and graceful swept tail, remained in production until 1984, by when 250 examples had been built. The toll on Lockheed, however, was too great and after the TriStar it withdrew from the commercial aircraft business.
In this revealing insight into the L-1011, the renowned aviation historian Graham M. Simons reveals the full story of this airliner's design, development and service over the decades since 1970.
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China launched two new satellites into space Saturday, state media reported, as it builds a homegrown satellite navigation system to rival the US's Global Positioning System.
When extreme weather comes our way, realtime information from space can help us to decide if closing a bridge is the right thing to do.
A pair of solar eruptions over the weekend have unleashed a severe geomagnetic storm that could disrupt power and communications on Earth, US officials said Tuesday.
The sixth Galileo satellite of Europe's navigation system has now entered its corrected target orbit, which will allow detailed testing to assess the performance of its navigation payload.
Europe in March will resume satellite launches for its troubled Galileo navigation system, hoping to boost by at least six the number of orbiters this year, Arianespace and the European Commission said Wednesday.
In the depths of night on August 5th 1914 the British Cable Ship Alert took the first significant action of World War I, severing the five German submarine cables that ran through the English Channel. This operation was a ...
The European Space Agency says a navigation satellite that ended up in the wrong orbit has completed a corrective maneuver.
Two satellites for Europe's rival to GPS were lifted into space on Friday to boost the Galileo constellation to six orbiters of a final 30, the European Space Agency (ESA) said.
Europe is set to launch two satellites Thursday for its Galileo navigation system, boosting the number in the Earth-orbiting constellation to six and bringing the network a step closer to becoming operational after a long ...
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The GPS satellites are not displayed in the GPS skyplot when using the NMEA protocol, despite receiving valid coordinates from the GPS receiver.
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Rolls-Royce has secured the contract to power the US military’s next-generation squadron of unmanned fighter drones.
In a key deal for the beleaguered British aerospace and defence group, Rolls’ engines have been selected by Boeing for the MQ-25 Stingray, an unmanned aircraft that the US Navy hopes will put it at the forefront of a new world of remotely controlled aerial combat vehicles.
The $55 million contract to develop four prototype power units for the Stingray will be handled by the Rolls unit based in Indianapolis in America’s Midwest. If successful, the new engine could be a money-spinner for Rolls as the MQ-25 programme eventually could be worth $20 billion. Rolls’ portion of the Boeing’s present drone programme could become worth at least $1 billion.
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Curiosity rover tires already have holes in them after so many years. See this in the latest photo
NASA has just shown a photo of Mars showing the tires of the Curiosity rover, sent to Mars approx. 9 years ago. As you can see in the photo above, one of the recent photos of the Curiosity rover, received by NASA, the rover tires have holes in them. These tires are very different from what they looked like 9 years ago when they were new and beautiful.
However, these small problems do not affect the rover's movement or exploration of Mars.
The photo above was taken by Curiosity on January 9, 2022 at 05:25:34.000Z and recently received by NASA. But it's not really Curiosity's latest photo, the rover sends dozens of photos to NASA every day. But in any case, it is probably one of the most recent images that shows Curiosity in January of this year.
Curiosity has a mission to explore everything possible on Mars, but most of it focuses on the geology of the planet, rock analysis and many other topics on Curiosity exploring Mars.
It has been there for about 9 years, reaching the surface at
6 August 2012, 05:17 UTC.
So far it has explore about 27 kilometers on the surface of Mars (approx. less than 17 miles).
Article by: Andacs Robert Eugen, on 21 January 2022, at 09:10 am Los Angeles time
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12011 is a porphyritic pigeonite basalt. Phenocrysts of olivine (1 mm) and pyroxene (up to 4 mm long) and microphenocrysts of chromite occur in a fine-grained, variolitic-textured groundmass of pyroxene, plagioclase, ilmenite, chromite, metallic iron and mesostasis. Olivine crystals are compositionally zoned. Pyroxene consists of pigeonite cores rimmed by augite. Some pigeonite phenocrysts are long and “hollow”.
The sample weighed 193 grams before analysis. It has not been dated.
Further details of this and other Apollo samples are here: http://curator.jsc.nasa.gov/lunar/
Apollo 12 returned 34 kilograms of samples, including 45 rocks, samples of lunar 'soil', and several core tubes that included material from as much as 40 centimetres below the lunar surface.
Apollo 12 rocks were almost all basalts, with only two breccias in the returned samples. The basalts at the Apollo 12 site formed 3.1 to 3.3 billion years ago, roughly 500 million years later than the Apollo 11 basalts. Overall, there is much less of the element titanium in the Apollo 12 samples than in the Apollo 11 samples, which explains the more reddish colour of this region. The differences in age and chemical composition between the Apollo 11 and Apollo 12 samples demonstrate that mare volcanism did not occur as a single, Moon-wide melting event.
Apollo 12 was launched on 14 November 1969.
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Will Power Carrier's Airbus A321neo Aircraft
TransAsia Airways has converted options for six A321neo aircraft with Pratt & Whitney PurePower PW1100G-JM engines into firm orders. Pratt & Whitney will now power TransAsia's order of 12 firm A321neo aircraft. The deal includes a 10-year PureSolution maintenance service agreement for 27 engines, including spare engines. Deliveries are scheduled to start in 2017.
"We are converting these options to firm orders to lock in the savings and value that TransAsia expects to get from the A321neo aircraft and PurePower engines," said Vincent Lin, Chairman of TransAsia Airways. "We are committed to lower operating costs through the use of products like the PurePower engine."
"Pratt & Whitney is very proud to serve TransAsia on the A321neo, and IAE continues to serve TransAsia on its current A321fleet," said Todd Kallman, Pratt & Whitney Commercial Engines president.
Each TransAsia Airways Airbus A321neo aircraft will be powered by two PurePower PW1100G-JM engines with benefits including double-digit reductions in fuel burn, environmental emissions, engine noise and operating costs when compared with today's engines. The PurePower engine uses an advanced gear system allowing the engine's fan to operate at a different speed than the low-pressure compressor and turbine. The combination of the gear system and an all-new advanced core delivers the fuel efficiency and environmental benefits.
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oa CSIR Science Scope - CSIR-designed flutter-flight test equipment to be used as SA jets prepare to carry new stores : detection and protection through our armed forces
The South African Air Force (SAAF) is in the process of upgrading its training and fighter jets. However, these aircraft will be required to carry new weapons and sensors as new threats and countermeasures evolve. The CSIR has set out to assist in meeting potential new challenges relating to flutter.
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Aircraft I've owned
October 11, 1987 first flight in a Schleicher ASW19b standard class 15m glider out of Orient Airfield, Magaliesberg, South Africa.
10 August 1993 first flight Grob 109-b Touring Motor Glider out of Grand Central Airport, Midrand, South Africa.
6 June 2008 first flight Aeromot Ximango AMT200S Touring Motorglider out of Alfred Bay Airport, Cape Province, South Africa.
September, 2022. My Pipistrel Sinus on a trailer being transported to Northam Airport. A year later, due to several bureaucratic hairballs, I still have not flown it. But I’m getting very close.
My flying career began when my sailing buddies started putting girls before boats and found myself with no one to go sailing with me. So I decided to try gliding. My intro flight was at the Magaliesberg Gliding Club on an autumn day. It was like sailing but in three dimensions! That was in 1984. I went solo after about a year and bought a share in an ASW-19, 15-metre standard-class sailplane. On my third soaring flight I almost killed myself when I got caught in a huge cumulonimbus storm cloud. It’s a long story, but with that much experience, someone or something else helped that day and I walked away without injury or aircraft damage. My instructor was very proud of his student.
In 1993 I moved from pure sailplanes to touring motor gliders, which are touring aircraft with gliding capability. I’ve been hooked ever since and have owned three including Grob 109b, Ximango 200S and Pipistrel Sinus 912. All but the Sinus are tail-wheel aircraft. My power flying ratings include tail-wheel, variable pitch propeller, constant speed propeller, retractable gear and geared propeller. Other aircraft I have flown regularly are the Cessna 152, 172, SambaXL, Citabria Kcab and Tacnam 2008.
My longest pure glide is 5 hours, 30 mins, longest cross country flight was Johannesburg to Maun via Francistown 1,100kms, and my longest direct cross country in non-powered flight is 320 kms.
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No, The Air Force Isn’t Really Bringing Back Enlisted Pilots
Enlisted airmen may be taking to the skies, and this time they’ll be in the pilot’s seat — for a little while, at least. The Air Force plans on launching an all-volunteer pilot training program on Feb. 15, 2018, that will include enlisted airmen as well as commissioned officers, Air Force Times reported Dec. 6.
But, don’t break out the bubbly just yet. In a November internal email, 2nd Air Force Commander Maj. Gen. Timothy Leahy announced that only 15 officers and five enlisted airmen would be selected for the six-month training program, titled the Pilot Training Next Initiative.
A copy of the email first surfaced publicly Dec. 6 on an unofficial Facebook page for current and former enlisted airmen.
“Enlisted volunteers will be pioneers in innovating Air Force aviator recruitment, selection, and training processes by demonstrating the potential of non-college graduates to succeed in a rigorous pilot training environment,” Leahy wrote.
The letter suggests that, far from a return to the days of “flying sergeants,” the training initiative is less about teaching enlisted airmen to fly and more about fielding new techniques to see how quickly service members can be taught a new career field. And what better place to start than something as complicated, and desperately needed, as aviation, considering the service has been grappling with a severe pilot shortage?
“We’re starting with pilot training because we have such a huge need for pilots,” Marilyn Holliday, a spokeswoman for Air Education and Training Command, told Task & Purpose. “This study is not looking at changing our pilot force, but rather it is exploring new ways to effectively and efficiently deliver training.”
In recent years, the service was hit with a “quiet crisis” as scores of pilots left the ranks, run down by a grueling optempo, lowered flight hours, and lured away by the prospects of better pay following a commercial airline hiring blitz. The protracted retention problem left the airpower-centric service 1,500 aviators short — roughly 1,000 of them fighter pilots — by April of this year, Business Insider reported in October.
Currently, only commissioned officers (the Air Force does not have warrant officers) are eligible to serve as pilots, which puts a four-year college-degree barrier in front of would-be sky jockeys. According to the email, Leahy and his staff have identified 250 possible candidates for the initiative. The deadline to apply online is Dec. 15, after which point eligible applicants will undergo a series of tests before the final personnel are selected.
The training plan is designed to provide information to the Air Education Training Command, “on the potential for enlisted members to train to fly modern combat aircraft,” the email notes, and will culminate with the airmen taking a solo flight in a T-6A, a single engine turboprop aircraft the service uses to train aviators.
A T-6A Texan II, typically used during the Air Force's Undergraduate Pilot Training program.U.S. Air Force photo
The experimental course takes about half the time as Undergraduate Pilot Training — a yearlong basic aviation course — however, graduates are expected to measure up to their peers who make it through the traditional program.
"The plan for this six-month program is to explore the technology available to produce a student, similarly-skilled to a UPT graduate," Holliday said. "Since the program is in its early stages, results will need to be reviewed. Although we’re excited about the potential of this program, at the end of six months, if the officer student is not prepared to move on to the next stage of training, we will determine the appropriate placement in traditional UPT."
After passing the course, the officers selected for the program will earn their pilot’s wings and go on to more specialized training. As for the rank-and-file airmen?
“On the enlisted side, they’re coming from basic training, and then going into this program, and then they would go back to their specialty they were chosen for during basic training,” Holliday said. “They’ll have flying hours to go toward civilian pilots’ licenses if they choose.”
As part of the initiative, the Air Force will stand up a training detachment in Austin, Texas, where instructors will use new tech like virtual reality and a heavy reliance on data and analytics professionals to train students.
“The intent is to have groups of students with different learning backgrounds to find out how different technologies can be effective for different types of learners,” Holliday told Task & Purpose. “Our focus is on how Airmen learn, not necessarily what they learn, exploring technology and how that technology can produce better and faster learning.”
The program is currently in its pilot stage, but if it proves viable, it could be used to spool up airmen on other military specialities, though what those could be is still unclear. “We use the word pioneer, and honestly that’s exactly what they are.” Holliday said.
It’s unclear at this point if the new training initiative might herald a return to the days of enlisted aviators — and what that could mean for the service, considering the pay differences and the dichotomy that could emerge between officer and enlisted aviators, divided by salary and position, doing the same job side-by-side.
The news comes a year after the service graduated its first enlisted drone pilots following a lengthy period of study amid plans to expand its fleet of enlisted drone operators, Air Force Times reports. However, when it comes to piloting armed unmanned vehicles, like the MQ-9 Reaper, the price of admission is still a bachelor’s degree — and that remains the case with aviators for now.
Human civilization is about fire. Creating fire is what separates us from the animals; extinguishing it without urinating on it, according to Sigmund Freud, marked the starting point for the most fundamental societies. It is also, at its core, a force of destruction — and, therefore, a weapon of war.
Army researchers have devised a method to produce ceramic body armor, lightweight but strong, from a 3D printer. Except that 3D printers are meant to print out knickknacks, not flak jackets — which meant that engineers had to hack into the printer to get the job done.
Hot on the heels of the Marine Corps's head-to-toe overhaul of infantry rifle squads, a handful of grunts at the Air Ground Combat Center at Twentynine Palms, California recently conducted field testing alongside a handful of autonomous robots engineered by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency's (DARPA) Squad X Experimentation program.
Eddie Gallagher was found not guilty on the most serious charges, but he could still leave the Navy as an E1
Navy SEAL Chief Eddie Gallagher dodged the most serious charges the Navy threw at him during his court martial, but his final sentence could be far worse than what the jury originally handed down.
If the convening authority approves the jury's sentence of four months' confinement and a reduction in rank from E7 to E6, Gallagher will be busted down to the rank of E1, according to Navy officials.
'I went to war for this country' — Mark Esper pushes back on Elizabeth Warren's accusation of working for his 'own financial interest'
An otherwise sleepy confirmation hearing for Defense Secretary nominee Mark Esper was jolted from its legislative stupor after Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) grilled the former Raytheon lobbyist on ethical issues regarding his involvement with his former employer.
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RESTON, Va., Nov. 3, 2005 (PRIMEZONE) -- Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) has received a delivery order to provide integrated security solutions to U.S. Marine Corps bases in Southwest Asia.
Under this three-year delivery order, Northrop Grumman's Mission Systems sector will survey sites, install systems and provide support services to help protect military personnel in the Marine Corps Central Command (MARCENT) area of responsibility, which includes Iraq, Djibouti and Kuwait. Northrop Grumman is teamed with Honeywell Technology Solutions Inc., based in Columbia, Md.
The delivery order, initially valued at nearly $8 million, was awarded by the U.S. Air Force Electronic Systems Center at Hanscom Air Force Base, Mass., under the $498 million Integrated Base Defense Security Systems contract awarded in August 2003. The contract, which is managed by the Force Protection Systems Squadron at the Electronic Systems Center, is a multiple-award acquisition vehicle for meeting installation-security requirements worldwide.
Key elements of the deployed systems include standoff and perimeter-detection technology, immediate visual assessment, command-and-control display equipment and the supporting power and communications infrastructures. These elements are enhanced through the integration of a wide array of detection and assessment technologies, including ground-surveillance radars, fiber-optic sensors, thermal imagers and command-and-control television cameras and an advanced open-systems command-and-control platform developed for the Air Force by Northrop Grumman called eTASS (Enhanced Tactical Automated Security System).
"This award, which expands on the successes of the Air Force's force-protection offerings, will significantly strengthen security for the Marines and provide the opportunity for joint capability in Southwest Asia," said Dan Verwiel, director of the integrated security systems business at the Mission Systems sector. "The Marine Corps will also now have the capability to expand its eTASS footprint throughout Southwest Asia and take full advantage of the continued development of the eTASS platform and the Army's Sense and Warn initiatives."
In September, the Air Force awarded Northrop Grumman Mission Systems a 21-month, $3.2 million contract to continue developing TASS, which includes upgrades to assessment, communication and command-and-control subsystems.
Northrop Grumman personnel have provided security services in Southwest Asia since 1997, installing systems at more than 40 sites to date.
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, based in Reston, Va., is a global integrator of complex, mission-enabling systems and services for defense, intelligence and civil government markets. The sector's technology leadership and expertise spans areas such as strategic systems, including ICBMs; missile defense; intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance; command and control; technical services; and training.
Contact: Janis Lamar Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (703) 345-7046 [email protected]
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As Wiltshire Air Ambulance celebrates its 30th birthday this Sunday, the charity has produced a short video looking back at its history.
Archive television footage, courtesy of ITV News and BBC Points West, is included in the video.
The three types of helicopter used by Wiltshire Air Ambulance – a Bolkow, an MD 902 and the current Bell 429 – all feature.
Also referenced are innovations, including being the first air ambulance to fly at night in the UK, carrying blood products on board and critical care skills training of its paramedics.
More recent milestones included in the video are the charity’s move to its state-of-the-art airbase at Semington, near Melksham, and securing its own Air Operator Certificate for the Bell 429 helicopter.
Wiltshire Air Ambulance’s history is unique in the air ambulance industry because when it began it shared a helicopter with Wiltshire Police.
The idea for a joint emergency services helicopter originated in 1988 when a temporary helicopter hired by Wiltshire Police to use for its summer solstice operation at Stonehenge was used to airlift a woman who was seriously injured in a road traffic collision on the A350 at Beanacre, near Melksham.
A full-time joint air ambulance and police helicopter began operating on 15 March 1990, based at Wiltshire Police headquarters in Devizes.
The joint helicopter partnership came to an end in December 2014 with the establishment of the National Police Air Service.
This resulted in a new era for Wiltshire Air Ambulance and on 9 January 2015, it became a stand-alone air ambulance, using a Bell 429 helicopter.
David Philpott, chief executive of Wiltshire Air Ambulance, said:
“The history of Wiltshire Air Ambulance is fascinating and we hope our supporters enjoy the video which looks back at how our service and charity developed.
“We were one of the earliest air ambulances in the UK and are proud to serve Wiltshire and surrounding counties. Our strapline is ‘funded by you, flying for you’ and throughout our 30 years, we have received tremendous support from the community which has enabled our crews to save countless lives.
“We rely on donations to provide our essential Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS) and with the help of our supporters we want to be here to serve the next generation of people.”
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Who: Southern University in Shreveport (SUSLA) Aerospace Technology Center
What: Space technology education event
When: Saturday, December 3, 2022, 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: SUSLA Aerospace Technology Center, 1520 Airport Drive, Shreveport, LA 71107
Shreveport, La. – If it’s in the air, Aviation Techs will put it there! Welcome to Southern University in Shreveport (SUSLA).
Prospective students explore and experience our aircraft and power plant maintenance programs
The educational event will be held on Saturday, December 3 at the SUSLA Space Technology Center in Shreveport.
Those interested can meet the SUSLA Aviation Maintenance team and learn about the training.
meet facility and industry representatives and learn how to launch a career in this exciting industry in just 24 months.
Oliver Wyman, a leading international management consulting firm, has put forward a forecast to show that this number is leaving
The maintenance technician workforce will outnumber those preparing to enter it for much of the next decade.
Timothy Banks, director of the SUSLA Aerospace Technology Center, said: “It’s a great career.
for life. If people are going to fly, the industry is going to need people with the training we’re teaching.” He continued,
“We have the only aviation maintenance program in Northwest Louisiana with 90% placement.”
This event is a great opportunity to meet companies that currently have vacancies. Representatives
PSA Airlines will participate to educate the public about the opportunities in the aerospace industry.
like their company.
Sixty-four percent of aerospace executives surveyed by Oliver Wyman in a Forbes article
Their companies said they would hire mechanics over the next three years to expand their workforce. Another twenty-three percent said they would hire only to maintain their numbers. 13 percent are planning their number
by laying off or laying off maintenance technicians. 72 percent of those surveyed
expect it to become more difficult to find qualified candidates.
Call 318-670-9590 to RSVP for the event. For more information, contact Timothy Banks at [email protected].
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PART 103 FAA Regulations
PART 103 ULTRALIGHT VEHICLES (regulations)
AC 103-6 - ULTRALIGHT VEHICLE OPERATIONS AIRPORTS, AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL, AND WEATHER
Let it be known that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is excited about the developing technology and enthusiasm coming from the increase in active sports flying vehicles. The FAA’s posture regarding the operations of an ultralight vehicle is to ensure that all participants adhere to all of the applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) for safe operating practices. FAR Part 103 was adopted in 1982 as the operating rules regulating the ultralight vehicles. Remember that the safety record of ultralight vehicles will be the foremost factor in determining the need for further regulations. If you operate an ultralight vehicle you are expected to know, understand, and comply with FAR 103 requirements before operating the vehicle.
Determining FAR PART 103 applicability versus aircraft certification the following is a guide.
1. The maximum empty weight of a powered ultralight vehicle is limited to less than 254 pounds with exclusions for parachutes and floats.
2. To be classified as an ultralight, an aircraft must have a power-off stall speed which does not exceed 24 knots calibrated speed.
3. An ultralight with provisions for more than ONE OCCUPANT must be operated as a certified aircraft, even when operated by only one person, unless the operator has an exemption. Exemptions have been issued to allow training in two-place ultralights without requiring the operator to comply with applicable pilot and aircraft certification regulations.
4. If any of the above restrictions are not met, then the aircraft must be certified and the pilot must hold a pilot license.
If the purpose of the flight was for hire, advertising, banner towing, agricultural spraying, patrolling a fence or any operation that is not sport or recreational usage, FAR PART 103 does not apply and the vehicle may be certified and operated under the applicable regulation. (Further explanations are included in AC-103-7.)
All exemptions must be applied for from your FAA office and must be in your possession.
A certified mechanic or repair station can determine the vehicle’s weight. An FAA certified mechanic may also make determinations and provide satisfactory evidence as to maximum fuel capacity and maximum level speed, provided that the maximum speeds were determined through the use of graphs provided in the appendices 1 and 2 of AC 103-7.
The FAA is very interested in promoting and monitoring your sport with the major emphasis on aviation safety. Remember safety first and the enjoyment will always be there for everyone.
Gary M. Pollak, FAA Operations Inspector Helena, Montana FSDO
PART 103 ULTRALIGHT VEHICLES (regulations)
AC 103-6 - ULTRALIGHT VEHICLE OPERATIONS AIRPORTS, AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL, AND WEATHER
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AC 103-6 - ULTRALIGHT VEHICLE OPERATIONS AIRPORTS, AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL, AND WEATHER
Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration
Initiated by: AAT-230
This advisory circular provides guidance for the operation of ultralight vehicles in the United States. Information includes airport and flight park operations, how to work with air traffic control, and the availability of weather services. Additional advisory circulars for the operation of ultralight vehicles may be found under series103.
a. The sport of hang gliding has advanced dramatically since the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) first issued Advisory Circular No. 60-10, "Recommended Safety Parameters for the Operation of Hang Gliders," on May 16, 1974. The purpose of that advisory circular was to provide guidance to the hang gliding community without the need for Federal regulation. The response to the guidelines of the advisory circular was excellent, and for the period immediately following its issuance many of its safety goals were maintained. But, as the sport advanced, the performance capabilities and popularity of these vehicles increased. Many unpowered gliders became capable of soaring to altitudes more than 10,000 feet above the launch point, and flight distances could exceed 100 miles. The addition of powerplants and controllable aerodynamic surfaces created vehicles which approximate the operational capabilities of fixed wing aircraft. And with the greatly increased number of these vehicles, the operation of ultralight vehicles became a significant factor in aviation safety.
b. On October 4, 1982, a new Federal Aviation Regulation, Part 103,became effective and provided for the safe integration of ultralight vehicle operations into the National Airspace System. In conjunction with Part 103, the ultralight community is being encouraged to adopt good operating practices. This advisory circular is intended to assist the ultralight operator in attaining that goal.
Comments and questions concerning information contained in this advisory circular should be directed to Federal Aviation Administration, Airspace and Air Traffic Rules Branch (AAT-230), 800Independence Avenue S.W., Washington, D.C. 20591.
3. EXPLANATION OF CONTENTS.
a. Chapter 1. Airports and Ultralight Flight Parks. Includes information about where to take off and land, the operation of a flight park, and environmental considerations.
b. Chapter 2. Air Traffic Control and Radio Communications. Describes airspace areas, operations at airports with and without control towers, and use of a two-way radio.
c. Chapter 3. Weather Information. Sources of weather information, and an introduction to micrometeorology.
d. Chapter 4. Accident Information and Other Sources. What to do if you witness or are involved in an accident. Also, where to go and what to do if you need additional information on the operation of your ultralight.
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CHAPTER 1. AIRPORTS AND ULTRALIGHT FLIGHT PARKS
10. WHERE TO TAKE OFF AND LAND.
One of the questions most frequently asked by the ultralight pilot is, "Where can I safely and legally take off and land my ultralight?" The following information is designed to assist the ultralight pilot in understanding the different types of operations, both on and off airport, and the recommended procedures for obtaining permission to operate ultralight vehicles.
a. Existing airports.
Currently, there are approximately 16,000 public use and private airports and seaplane bases in the United States. The vast majority of these facilities may be suitable and compatible for safe ultralight operations. Information on their location may be obtained from various sources, such as FAA publications (i.e., Airport / Facility Directory, aeronautical charts, etc.) which may be purchased at most local airports. Also, user organizations have comprehensive airport listings which usually include a description of the facility.
Items to Consider
(1) Some of these airports have their air traffic directly controlled by an air traffic control tower. Use of these airports requires prior permission of airport management and the local air traffic control authority (see FAR Part 103.17). Since the volume of aircraft operating at these airports is usually significantly higher, ultralight operators may find operations at these airports to be less desirable than operations at uncontrolled airports.
(2) There are many airports where air traffic is not controlled by an air traffic control tower and the traffic activity level is usually low. These airports are referred to as "uncontrolled airports." Use of these airports by ultralight vehicles may require prior permission of the airport operator. When seeking access to these airports, ultralight operators should remember that even though the airport may be tax supported, airport management has the responsibility for determining the compatibility of operating the various classes of aircraft on the airport. If an ultralight can be safely operated at the airport, then permission to operate the ultralight vehicle may be granted. Safety of aircraft operations on the airport is always the prime consideration.
b. Abandoned Airports.
Since 1970, approximately 3,000 airports have been abandoned because of a lack of activity, financial problems, or other related reasons. The majority of these airports are located in rural areas, privately owned, and possibly well suited for ultralight training and other activities. Many state aeronautical organizations have knowledge of recently abandoned facilities and should be able to assist you in finding these sites. It may be possible to obtain permission of the property owner to reactivate certain of these facilities for ultralight operations.
c. Open Space Operating Areas.
One of the prime advantages of ultralight operation is the vehicle's ability to operate in small areas. FAR Part 103 does not prohibit ultralight takeoff and landing from open areas, providing the operation does not over fly congested areas. Good judgment still dictates that an ultralight pilot obtain prior permission from the landowner and be familiar with the terrain and obstructions at any location where operations are intended. For the operation of hang gliders, special consideration should be given to the terrain surrounding the launch site. In many cases these terrain features will influence the ability of the unpowered craft to return to the launch site.
11. OPERATION OF A FLIGHT PARK.
Anyone wishing to establish a site for the operation of ultralight vehicles should be aware of the following Federal, state, and local regulatory requirements which may apply to these operations:
a. Federal Requirements.
Unless the site is to be used solely in VFR weather conditions for a period of less than 30 consecutive days with no more than 10operations per day during this period, notification of the intent to establish a flight park is required under the provisions of FAR Part157, Notification of Construction, Alteration, Activation, and Deactivation of Airports. FAA Form 7480-1, which is used to provide this notice (as well as guidance in its preparation) is available from any FAA regional Airports Division or Airports District / Field office. The FAA uses the information provided in the notice to advise on the effect of the establishment of the site on the use of navigable airspace by aircraft. Advisory Circular 70-2, Airspace Utilization Considerations in the Proposed Construction, Alteration, Activation and Deactivation of Airports, describes some of the factors which affect airspace utilization. Failure to provide the required notice violates Section 901 of the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 and carries a possible civil penalty.
b. State Requirements.
Many state aviation departments require approval and a license for the establishment of a site for aeronautical operations. The potential ultralight flight park developer should contact the state aviation authorities to determine state requirements.
c. Local Requirements.
Most communities have established zoning laws, building codes, fire regulations, and other legal requirements to provide for the safety and comfort of the citizenry. A thorough study of these requirements should be made to determine their effect on the establishment and operation of an ultralight flight park.
12. STANDARDS FOR THE FLIGHT PARK LAYOUT.
The FAA has no standards for the geometric design of an airport built to exclusively serve ultralight vehicles. However, several ultralight organizations provide information which may be useful for the establishment of an ultralight flight park as a separate entity. FAA Advisory Circular 150/5300-4B, Utility Airports - Air Access to National Transportation, intended for airports serving aircraft with approach speeds less than 121 knots, provides guidance which may also be helpful in developing an operational site for ultralight aircraft.
13. NOISE CONSIDERATIONS.
Perhaps the most limiting factor in the operation of ultralights is the noise emitted from the vehicle. Unless proper measures are taken in the design and operation of ultralights, public annoyance to the noise may result in restrictive local and state regulations. Acceptance by the public of recreational sport flying is significantly tied to the potential for annoyance from the vehicle's noise.
a. Significant progress has been made by ultralight manufacturers to quiet engine, exhaust, and propeller noises. As these systems continue to improve, so will the acceptance of the ultralight vehicle. However, these improvements are only half of the story. Ultralight operation in a manner sensitive to the possible annoyance of those on the ground is the other. It is probably the most important factor in gaining acceptance by the general public.
b. Airport owners / operators have been trying for years to establish operations compatible with the needs of adjacent communities. The acceptance of ultralight operations by a community will depend in a large part on its perception of how additional operations by ultralights will affect the airport's overall compatibility with its neighbors. Careful planning by ultralight operators in integrating their vehicles into the existing operation will go a long way in making acceptance a reality.
c. The FAA has begun ultralight noise testing. Preliminary results indicate that, in absolute noise levels, the ultralight is no louder at 1,000 feet AGL than some popular two seat single engine aircraft. The slower speed of the ultralight does result in longer periods of exposure to noise and is a significant factor in the annoyance perceived from such over flight. Another consideration is the lower altitude at which many ultralight operations take place. This causes an increase in the intensity of sound during flyover and is a significant factor in determining the annoyance caused by noise.
d. FAR Part 103 prohibits operations of ultralights over congested areas. Ultralight pilots should be aware that, while their vehicles may not be operating directly over congested areas, their vehicles' noise may carry to the residents of a nearby congested area.
14. FLIGHT PARK DATA.
Once the ultralight flight park is activated by the operator and the FAA is notified, an Airport Master Record (FAA Form 5010-2) is prepared by the FAA. This is a computerized record of data describing the flight park's facilities and services. Each year, a copy of this Airport Master Record is mailed to the flight park operator with a request to verify and update the data. The information collected by the FAA is available upon request to Government agencies, aviation organizations, aviation industries, and private individuals. Future informational needs for ultralight flight park directories, charting, etc., can be supplied from computerized data summaries derived from the Airport Master Record.
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CHAPTER 2. AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL AND RADIO COMMUNICATIONS
The rapid growth and popularity of ultralight vehicles and the increased number of operations require the highest degree of vigilance on the part of ultralight operators to see and avoid other ultralight vehicles and aircraft. Some of these operations involve authorization from air traffic control. The purpose of this chapter is to assist the ultralight operator in understanding the airspace, operations with air traffic control, and the use of radio communications.
21. AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL (ATC) AND AIRSPACE.
Even though ultralight vehicle operators are not required to demonstrate any aeronautical knowledge or experience requirements, failure to recognize and avoid certain airspace can be hazardous and may be in violation of the Federal Aviation Regulations. FAR 103.17states that no person may operate an ultralight vehicle within an Airport Traffic Area, Control Zone, Terminal Control Area or Positive Control Area unless that person has prior authorization from the air traffic control facility having jurisdiction over the airspace. The airspace areas requiring ATC authorization that you, as an ultralight operator, are most likely to come in contact with are the Airport Traffic Area, Control Zone and Terminal Control Area.
22. AIRSPACE AREAS.
a. What is an Airport Traffic Area (ATA)?
An Airport Traffic Area is airspace within a radius of 5 statute miles from the center of an airport, with an operating control tower, that extends upward from the surface to, but not including, an altitude 3,000 feet above the elevation of an airport. For the purpose of ultralight operations, flight within the ATA requires specific authorization from the air traffic control tower. Although most ATAs are not depicted on charts, any airport symbol on the sectional chart that is blue in color indicates the presence of an air traffic control tower. During the time that tower is in operation, an ATA exists (see item h., Airspace and the Chart).
b. What is a Control Zone? A
Control Zone may include one or more airports and is normally a circular area within a radius of 5 statute miles around an airport. The vertical limits of a control zone begin at the surface and extend upward to 14,500 feet mean sea level (MSL). Some control zones have rectangular extensions to include the arrival and departure paths for pilots operating primarily with reference to their aircraft instruments. The entire area of a control zone is considered controlled airspace, but not all airports have a control zone. Where a control zone exists, it is depicted on sectional charts by the use of dashed lines. For the purpose of ultralight operations flight within the control zone requires authorization from the air traffic facility controlling that area.
c. What is a Terminal Control Area (TCA)?
At the present time there are 23 Terminal Control Areas. TCAs are in place around many of the high density airports in the country. They extend upward from the surface in the center and usually have multiple rings of airspace which extend outward horizontally. Its appearance closely resembles an inverted wedding cake, with both lower and upper limits for each ring. The presence of a TCA is characterized on a sectional chart by blue outlines of the TCA limits around a major airport. All operations within the rings of a TCA require authorization from air traffic control (see item h., Airspace and the Chart).
d. What is Positive Control Area (PCA)?
Positive Control Area is the area which overlies the continental United States at 18,000 feet and above. All operations conducted in PCA are done so with the authority of air traffic control. Aircraft operating at these higher altitudes are required to carry additional radio equipment and their pilots must be rated for instrument flight. Although ultralights are not faced with specific equipment requirements for entry into PCA, ATC authorization is required. Requests for such flights will be thoroughly reviewed prior to any decision to authorize operations in PCA by an ultralight.
e. How Do I Get ATC Authorization?
Requests for authorization to operate an ultralight vehicle into one of the above named areas should be made by writing, telephoning, or visiting the air traffic control facility having jurisdiction over the airspace in which you wish to operate. Requests for such authorization via air traffic control radio communication frequencies will normally not be accepted, since it may interfere with the separation of aircraft.
f. What is Uncontrolled Airspace?
Uncontrolled airspace is the area in which air traffic control separation services are not provided. This area is usually below 1,200feet above ground level (AGL). When nearing airports with established instrument approaches, the ceiling of uncontrolled airspace usually lowers to 700 feet AGL, and, if a control zone exists, uncontrolled airspace remains outside of the control zone horizontal limits, thus putting the airport within controlled airspace. In some geographic areas, primarily west of the Mississippi River, uncontrolled airspace ceilings are above 1,200 feet AGL. This is an exception, rather than the rule. The ceiling of uncontrolled airspace may be determined by reference to Sectional Aeronautical Charts used for aviation (see item h., Airspace and the Chart).
g. What is Controlled Airspace?
Controlled airspace is the area in which air traffic control separation services are available for aircraft. The base of controlled airspace usually begins at 1,200 feet AGL and extends upward. When nearing airports with established instrument approaches the base of controlled airspace usually lowers to 700 feet AGL, and, if a control zone exists, the base of controlled airspace begins at the surface within the horizontal limits of the control zone. (See Item h., Airspace and the Chart)
h. Airspace and the Chart.
Sectional Aeronautical Charts, often called "sectionals", are published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and are revised on a semiannual basis. Sectionals depict information for the use of pilots who are operating with visual reference to the earth's surface. Each sectional has a legend printed on its end flap. Of particular interest to the ultralight operator, is the portion entitled "Airport Traffic Service and Airspace Information." This portion of the legend gives information which will enable you to locate the floor of controlled airspace, prohibited and restricted areas, TCAs, control zones, tower controlled airports, obstructions, and other useful information. Sectional charts may be purchased from local airport operators, user organizations, and directly from the NOAA, Washington, D.C. Assistance in learning how to use sectional charts should be readily available from any FAA certificated flight or ground instructor.
i. Special Military Activity.
(1) There are special routes, known as Military Training Routes (MTRs), which have been developed across the country for military training in "low level" combat tactics. Generally, MTRs are established below 10,000 feet MSL for operations at speeds in excess of 250 knots and will include operations by both fighter and cargo type aircraft. The routes at 1,500 feet AGL and below are developed primarily to be flown in visual flight weather conditions. The sectional charts depict regularly established MTRs as shaded gray lines with an associated VR or IR numbered identifier. Nonparticipating flights are not prohibited from flying within an MTR, but extra caution to see and avoid these operations is imperative in attaining the greatest practical level of safety. Ultralight pilots and flight park operators should contact the nearest Flight Service Station (FSS) to obtain information on the route usage in their vicinity. Information available includes times of scheduled activity, altitudes in use, and actual route width. Route width varies for each MTR and can extend several miles on either side of the line depicted on sectional charts.
(2) Also, throughout the year, the military conducts special operations which may be held on a one-time basis in a specific geographical location. Information pertaining to such operations is usually available through the FSS system. When requesting MTR and special activity information, ultralight operators should give the FSS their area of intended operation and permit the FSS specialist to identify the MTR routes and special activities which could be a factor. Information on FSSs may be found in paragraph 42(a).
23. TRAFFIC PATTERNS AND OPERATIONS IN THE VICINITY OF AN AIRPORT.
a. Since the speed and operating characteristics of an ultralight vehicle may be incompatible with many aircraft, it is essential that you stay alert by looking for and avoiding other traffic. Be especially aware of the possibility that a faster craft might overtake your ultralight. Ultralight operators should be especially vigilant for aircraft operating around an airport. Traffic pattern altitudes for propeller driven aircraft generally extend from 600 to 1500 feet above the ground and aircraft are often at these altitudes within 5miles of the airport. Also, because of the possible effects of wake turbulence, operations in close proximity to aircraft of greater speed and weight should be avoided.
b. Preparatory to landing at an uncontrolled airport, the pilot should be concerned with landing direction indications on the airport. Such indicators include wind socks, wind tees, tetrahedrons, traffic pattern indicators, and the direction of other fixed wing operations.
c. Wind socks operate freely and are subject to the forces of wind for direction. Wind tees may move freely or be aligned manually indicating the preferred landing direction. A tetrahedron is a large kite-shaped indicator sometimes located beside the runway and may move freely or be set manually. The small end of the tetrahedron points in the preferred direction of landing.
d. Many airports have standardized traffic patterns which rely on all turns in the pattern being made to the left. Traffic pattern indicators are used when there is a variation from the normal left traffic pattern. They are located either in a segmented circle with the wind sock or tetrahedron, or may be located near the end of the applicable runway. If the pilot will mentally enlarge the indicator for the runway to be used, the direction of turns will become readily apparent. Airports which have parallel runways may have both left and right traffic patterns operating at the same time.
e. Also, some airports may have a specific area designated for ultralight operations. Look for any indications that landings are to be made on other than the main runway and adjust your flight path so as to not conflict with operations to the main runway.
f. Regardless of wind indicators or traffic patterns, it is wise to scan the airport surface and the surrounding airspace for flights that may be operating in a different manner. The governing factor as to which runway is in use is the direction and strength of the wind. It is the responsibility of pilots to determine the safe landing direction for their craft. The indicators are there to assist you in operating safely, but they are not meant to be a substitute for careful vigilance and good judgment.
24. OPERATIONS AT AIRPORTS WITH A CONTROL TOWER.
If you are operating into or out of an airport with a control tower expect to be segregated from all non-ultralight aircraft in the traffic pattern, in the use of runways, and on the airport surface. Please take special notice of the word "segregate." FAA air traffic controllers have been advised to authorize ultralight operations only if they will not interfere with and can be kept relatively clear of normal aircraft operations. Certificated aircraft receive separation services. These will not be available to ultralight pilots. Rather, ultralight pilots will be expected to separate themselves from each other and also to remain clear of all normal aircraft operations. When requesting to operate at a tower controlled airport, or within the airport traffic area, expect the controllers to provide you instructions as to what areas to avoid. These instructions may include route and altitude information as well as a specified landing area. Specific times during which to operate may also be authorized. For operators equipped with two-way radios, see paragraph 25. It is important that ultralight operators understand the responsibility for avoiding a conflict with aircraft and other ultralights is theirs, and theirs alone.
25. USE OF A TWO-WAY RADIO.
The following information provides guidelines for the use of a two-way radio while operating an ultralight.
a. Communications with Air Traffic Control.
In all radio communications with air traffic control, ultralight operators should state the word "ultralight" followed by the call letters assigned by the F.C.C. on your radio license, i.e., "Ultralight 12593U." Use of the following radio communication practices will result in the controller having a better understanding of your request and enhance the safety of your flight.
(1) Determine the correct frequency from a Sectional Aeronautical Chart.
(2) Contact the air traffic control tower prior to entering the area for which you are requesting authorization.
(3) Speak slowly and distinctly. If you do not get an immediate reply, wait a few moments, then repeat your request. The controller may be busy and you may not be hearing all of the transmissions the controller is hearing.
(4) State the facility you are calling, your ultralight identification, altitude, and location relative to the airport. Example: "Sample Tower, Ultralight 12593U Six Miles Southwest at 1,000feet." If you are on the ground at the airport, give your position on the airport.
(5) Wait for the tower to respond before stating any further information.
(6) Once two-way communications are established, briefly state your request.
(7) Keep in mind at all times your responsibility to remain clear of all other aircraft and ultralights. Further, remember your responsibility to remain clear of any area for which an authorization is required, but has not been received.
(8) On occasion, air traffic control will deny authorization to operate in a specific area. This is not unique to ultralights. At times, certificated pilots in sophisticated aircraft are also denied access to certain areas. Factors affecting authorization are the nature of the requested operation, the effect on other operations that may already be taking place, controller workload, and equipment or facility limitations. The ultimate reason remains the same ... SAFETY.
b. Communications at Uncontrolled Airports.
(1) An uncontrolled airport is an airport without a control tower or where the control tower is not currently in operation. This does not mean that two-way communications are not used. Quite the contrary. A considerable amount of useful information is passed back and forth among pilots and the operators of airport advisory frequencies. Information such as runway in use, surface winds, other aircraft known to be in the area, and any unusual activities, such as parachuting, may be available.
(2) There are three primary ways for ultralight operators, who are radio equipped, to communicate their intentions and obtain airport/ traffic information when operating at a landing area that does not have an operating control tower: (i) by communicating with an FAA flight service station located on the airport; (ii) by communicating with a local airport advisory operator located at the airport; or (iii) by making self-announce broadcasts of intentions over a commonly used frequency for operations at that airport.
(3) The key to communicating at uncontrolled airports is selection of the correct Common Traffic Advisory Frequency (CTAF). Amore detailed explanation of CTAF and traffic advisory practices and good operating procedures can be found in FAA Advisory Circular 90-42Cand the Airman's Information Manual. Additionally, the Airport /Facility Directory provides information on which frequency to use at a particular airport.
c. Traffic Advisory Practices at Uncontrolled Airports.
In all radio communications, ultralight operators should state the word "ultralight" followed by the call letters assigned by the F.C.C. on your radio license, i.e., "Ultralight 12593U".
(1) Select the correct frequency, many of which can be found on Sectional Aeronautical Charts.
(2) Contact the airport advisory service prior to entering the area or departing the airport.
(3) Speak slowly and distinctly. If you do not get an immediate reply, wait a few moments and repeat your request. Please note that pilots announcing their departure are not normally acknowledged.
(4) State the facility or airport you are calling, your ultralight identification, your location relative to the airport, and your intended operation. Example: "Leesburg, Ultralight 12593U is 5Miles North, Landing."
(5) If you still do not get a reply, proceed cautiously toward the airport. If departing the airport, be careful to visually clear the area in all directions prior to entering the takeoff area. Remain on the proper radio frequency and listen for any aircraft which may be in the area.
(6) Once you have completed your landing or have exited the area, it is good practice to let other aviators know that you are no longer airborne in the vicinity of the airport. Example: "Leesburg, Ultralight 12593U is Clear of the Runway" or "Leesburg, Ultralight12593U is 2 Miles South, Leaving the Area".
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CHAPTER 3. WEATHER INFORMATION
The desire to leave the ground and explore the world from the air has inevitably tied you to weather and its effect upon you. No pilot, amateur or professionals can safely attempt a flight without considering the present and expected weather conditions. Weather is a factor in most aviation accidents. It cannot be emphasized too strongly that if you are to continue to operate safely, it is essential to know and understand the environment in which you are flying.
Individual pilot weather briefings from FAA flight service stations are provided to pilots on a "first come, first served" basis. The number of briefers available today is insufficient to meet user demands without the prospect of considerable delays. The FAA is taking steps to remedy this. An automated system currently under development is designed to accommodate direct user access and will be able to provide increased services. Until that system is operational, the present FAA flight service system may not be able to accommodate all the needs of ultralight fliers.
30. SOURCES OF WEATHER INFORMATION.
Many sources of weather data are available to aviators. The following sources will assist you in acquiring and evaluating as much weather data as possible.
a. National weather is broadcast weekdays in a live 15 minute television program called AM Weather. The program is carried by about250 public broadcast stations in the early morning. This program features meteorologists from the National Weather Service and the National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service (NESDIS). They use the latest guidance and data available to produce a thorough program. The program's surface and forecast maps, satellite imagery, radar maps, and upper air charts, along with the hazardous weather watches, are ideal for acquiring broad scale weather information. Consult your local television schedules to obtain time of broadcast in your area.
b. Many cable TV systems now include 24 hour weather channels. Some of the programs include aviation weather.
c. Transcribed Weather Broadcasts (TWEB) for aviation are made on numerous FAA VHF omnidirectional ranges (VOR), nondirectional radio beacons (NDBs), and at selected airports that provide automatic terminal information services (ATIS). These transcribed broadcasts are continuously updated during their hours of operation.
d. Broadcasts over radio beacons are made in the range of 200 - 400KHz and can be received on relatively inexpensive radio receivers. VOR and ATIS broadcasts are made on VHF aviation radio frequencies between108 - 136 MHz. There are many moderately priced radios available that will receive these frequencies.
e. The content of TWEB and ATIS broadcast in some cities can be received over the telephone. The telephone numbers to use can be found in the telephone directory under United States Government, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration. TWEB recordings will be listed under Flight Service Station and ATIS recordings will be listed under Air Traffic Control Tower.
f. On nondirectional radio beacons and selected VHF omnidirectionalranges (VORs), the broadcasts may include synopsis, adverse conditions, route forecasts, outlook, winds aloft forecasts, radar reports, surface weather report, etc.
g. Broadcasts on other VORs may include only surface weather reports, terminal (airport) forecast for the local airport, adverse conditions, etc.
h. ATIS broadcasts may include local ceiling, visibility, obstructions to vision, temperature, wind direction (magnetic) and speed, altimeter setting, etc. The information is applicable only to the airport located at the ATIS site, but it may be used in evaluating the trend of existing weather.
i. All the above facilities and their frequencies may be identified by studying sectional aeronautical charts that are sold at many airports. Much of the same information is found in the U.S. Government Flight Information Publication, Airport / Facility Directory. Comprehensive explanations of all these services are printed in the FAA Airman's Information Manual (AIM). The publication is available through the U.S. Government Printing office. Other excellent sources to find out frequencies and what is available, are pilots handbooks published by user organizations.
j. In most large metropolitan areas, the National Weather Service provides continuous broadcasts of local weather conditions on two frequencies that can be received by inexpensive radios available at many retail outlets.
k. Pilots Automatic Telephone Weather Answering Service (PATWAS) is available in most large metropolitan locations. This is a telephone recording of local and route weather information that can be obtained by dialing a telephone number found under the same heading in the phone book as listed above for TWEB.
l. If you live in the Washington, D.C., or Columbus, Ohio, areas, you should become familiar with the voice response system (VRS) installed at these locations. This is a computer based test system that provides weather data over the telephone. The user needs only to have a "TOUCHTONE" phone to access the system. Since this is a test system, the products available may vary. The latest information available and directions on using this system can be obtained by sending a stamped self-addressed envelope to:
Voice Response System DOT/FAA/FAATC ACT 110 Atlantic City, N.J. 08405
m. These many sources of weather data are only part of a safe weather operation. Other factors include a knowledge of how to interpret the weather data correctly, and when to exercise good judgment and not fly. There are many Government and civil sources that supply educational material on weather and user organizations are developing courses aimed at improving the ultralight operator's understanding of weather. One of the best efforts ultralight operator scan make in their own behalf is to find out about weather. Many members of the aviation community have learned that weather, above all other aspects of our environment, is irreverent of even the most experienced aviator.
While the list of available weather information is impressive, it may not provide the ultralight operator with the actual weather and wind conditions at the operating site. One of the most critical factors in conducting a safe takeoff and landing is accurate information of the wind conditions on the surface. There may be many indications of what the wind conditions are at the flying site. The information provided herein is designed to assist you in understanding and using those indicators.
a. Wind Direction.
One of the best indicators of wind direction near the surface is derived by the use of a windsock or wind streamers. The direction of the wind is clearly indicated, as is the velocity. Because ultralight vehicles are very susceptible to wind, we recommend that several windsocks or streamers be located around the landing site. Another means of learning the wind direction on the surface is from nearby ponds or lakes. The "glassy" or smooth water area along the shore indicates the direction from which the wind is blowing. The further out into the body of water the glassy area protrudes, the lower the wind velocity. Be careful when using this method that the shoreline is not subject to major obstructions such as high trees or a steep, high bank. Yet another indicator of wind direction and velocity is the natural vegetation such as tall grass, trees, and bushes. Caution should be used here too, for the trees themselves can cause the wind direction to change significantly, see item c., Turbulence and Wind Shear. Other indicators of surface wind are smoke and blowing dust. Learn to use them all and learn to cross check the information of one against the other. They are inexpensive resources that may save your life.
b. Wind Gradient and Gusts.
Wind gradient is change in the velocity of the wind with an increase / decrease in altitude. Normally, wind velocities will increase as the altitude increases. Conversely, because of the drag effects of the earth, winds may significantly decrease as you get closer to the ground. If the winds decrease at a faster rate than can be accounted for by pitch and thrust changes, the vehicle may enter a stall. For this reason, when descending or climbing in close proximity to the ground, a safe margin of extra airspeed is recommended. Also affecting the ultralight vehicle are wind gusts. The danger inherent in gusting wind conditions is amplified during the takeoff and landing phases of flight. A sudden gust of wind could lift the ultralight up quickly, only to abandon the pilot 20 feet above the ground. The result is often a stall. Another effect of gusting winds is the effect on the airframe of the vehicle. Strong gusts could easily and quickly exceed the design limits of the vehicle, especially if the pilot is performing a maneuver which is already putting some "load" on the airframe. The best advice for operating in gusting winds is to ask yourself: "Do I really need to be doing this?" If you absolutely, positively have to be there, fly gently and maintain extra airspeed during the takeoff and landing. Fly the vehicle right down to the ground with a minimum landing flare, and, after you've landed, ask yourself: "Do I really want to do that again?"
c. Turbulence and Wind Shear.
The most critical altitudes for microwind changes are between 30and 75 feet above ground level. This depends, in part, on the nearness of the surrounding obstructions such as large trees, buildings, and hills. The effect of these obstructions is often turbulence or a sudden change in wind direction and velocity often referred to as windshear. Turbulence can be especially dangerous in ultralights due to their light weight. Ground turbulence consists of vortices and eddies, vertical blasts of air, and rotors (dust devils). Turbulence is caused by winds moving across and around objects, and by thermal heating of the earth's surface. Wind shear can result in a sudden reduction in the relative wind over the vehicle's lifting surfaces. When this happens, the vehicle may very quickly enter a stall. At low altitude it may be nearly impossible to recover in the distance remaining to the ground. Because of the effects turbulence and wind shear have on the safety of ultralight operations, it may be wise not to fly ultralights in winds exceeding 15 mph. And even then, there will be some circumstances when 15 mph is too much. Also, keep in mind not only your own piloting skills, but the abilities of your craft to handle a crosswind during takeoff and landing. If you are in doubt, err on the side of safety and leave the enjoyment of flying for another time, perhaps another day.
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CHAPTER 4. ACCIDENT INFORMATION AND OTHER SOURCES
40. NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD (NTSB).
a. The NTSB is the official Government investigator for all transportation safety issues. Its purpose is to impartially analyze occurrences which may indicate a transportation safety problem and to recommend corrective action. The NTSB has decided to investigate all fatal powered ultralight vehicle accidents and other selected ultralight accidents and incidents which may involve significant safety issues. The Safety Board will also investigate ultralight vehicle accidents impinging on civil aircraft operations or on persons and property on the ground. The Safety Board will review accident data and the safety efforts of the aviation community in order to keep abreast of any emerging safety problems and will be available to provide technical assistance in remedying those problems.
IF YOU ARE WITNESS TO OR INVOLVED IN AN INCIDENT / ACCIDENTIN VOLVING THE OPERATION OF AN ULTRALIGHT VEHICLE, NTSB REQUESTS YOU DO THE FOLLOWING:
(1) Immediately attend to the medical and physical needs of the situation. Notify the local authorities if assistance is needed.
(2) Do not move or remove any debris associated with the occurrence.
(3) Write down as much as you can remember. This will be very helpful in accurately recalling the incident.
(4) Notify, or have the local authorities notify, the nearest NTSB Field office. This information can be found in the local phonebook under U.S. Government, National Transportation Safety Board, or call your local FAA office and request the NTSB telephone number.
(5) If you are able, take photographs of the site, and get the names and phone numbers of any witness.
b. NTSB requests that you be very helpful in reporting such incidents as this will give all of the owners / operators of ultralights a chance to benefit from the knowledge gained during the investigation. The Safety Board investigation is fact finding in nature and will not be used to substantiate any violation of Federal Aviation Regulations.
c. Additionally, the FAA supports the goals of private organizations and associations to provide technical and operational assistance to the ultralight industry in enhancing the reliability of the vehicles and the safety of the sport. The FAA encourages all participants in the sport of ultralight flying to report any incident, accident, structural or mechanical failure of an ultralight to the private organizations and associations actively representing the sport.
41. AIRPORTS DISTRICT OFFICE (ADO).
a. Airport district offices are located throughout the country and serve a specific geographical area. Their primary purpose is to assist the aviation community and state and local governments in the planning and development of landing facilities. Under FAR 103, ADOs would be your best source for information pertaining to the establishment of a flight park and the environmental considerations associated with operations.
b. For the phone number and location of the ADO serving your area, consult your local phone directory under Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, Airport District Office or Regional Airport District Office.
42. FAA AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL FACILITIES.
There are three major types of air traffic control facilities with which you may come in contact. The following information should assist you in determining which one to call.
a. Flight Service Station (FSS).
The Flight Service Station's primary function is to provide the pilot with preflight weather briefings and also Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) which have information as to the status of airports and facilities; the conduct of special activities (parachuting, airshows, military exercises, etc.); and the presence of known temporary structures such as a crane located near an airport. For the ultralight operator, FSSs can be a means of obtaining guidance on which FAA facility could best be of assistance. For the role FSSs play in providing weather information to ultralight pilots, see Chapter 3.
b. Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT).
There are many air traffic control towers located throughout the country. Each serves a particular airport and provides pilots with information on the movement of other aircraft in and around the airport. In some circumstances, ATCTs have an approach control associated with them which provides separation between aircraft over a wider geographic area. Under FAR 103, ATCTs would be your contact point for operations in an airport traffic area. In many instances, operations at nearby airports with control zones may also be coordinated through the nearest ATCT.
c. Air Route Traffic Control Center (ARTCC).
There are 20 ARTCCs located around the country. Each one covers a very large geographic area and provides radar separation services to aircraft through the use of remote radar and radio communication facilities. In some areas, the ARTCC functions as an approach control and has responsibility, under FAR 103, for providing authorization for ultralight operations in a control zone. Due to the size and vast area of coverage of ARTCCs, it is better to contact the FSS or ATCT nearest you for assistance in obtaining required authorizations.
For the phone numbers and locations of the FSS, ATCT, or ARTCC you wish to call, consult your local telephone directory under Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration. Each facility should be listed separately: Flight Service Station; (airport name) Air Traffic Control Tower; and Air Route Traffic Control Center.
43. GENERAL AVIATION DISTRICT OFFICE (GADO).
a. These offices are located throughout the country and are staffed by Flight Standards personnel. Their primary purpose is to serve the general public and aviation industry on all matters relating to the certification and operation of general aviation aircraft. These responsibilities include accident prevention programs, general surveillance of operational safety, and the enforcement of FAR. Under FAR 103, GADOs are your best source of information for items such as vehicle applicability, hazardous operations, and operations over congested areas. Should you desire, GADOs can also provide you guidance and assistance in certificating your ultralight as an aircraft.
b. For the location and phone number of your nearest GADO, consult your local telephone directory under Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, General Aviation District Office or Flight Standards District Office.
The Federal Government and the aviation industry have devoted considerable energies to producing informational and training publications which are invaluable to pilots. Listed below are some of the publications available from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.
Other sources of useful information can be obtained through the various organizations, manufacturers, and associations working within the aviation community.
a. Airman's Information Manual (AIM).
This manual contains the basic fundamentals required for safe flight in the U.S. National Airspace System. It includes chapters on navigation aids, airspace, air traffic control, flight safety, and good operating practices. it also includes a pilot / controller glossary. The AIM is issued every 112 days and the annual subscription price is $17.
b. Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge.
This handbook contains essential information used in training and guiding pilots. Subjects include the principals of flight, airplane performance, flight instruments, basic weather, navigation and charts, and excerpts from flight information publications. This handbook is one of the most complete sources of aeronautical information available. The current price is $10.
Listed below are some of the publications available from the FAA.
c. Flight Standards Safety Pamphlets.
These pamphlets are used in the General Aviation Accident Prevention Program and are produced primarily to be distributed at accident prevention seminars by GADO personnel. Titles available include: Density Altitude, Weight and Balance, Propeller Operation and Care, and Planning Your Takeoff. There are many other subjects available. Pamphlets may be obtained in reasonable number at no charge from the FAA Accident Prevention Specialist assigned to your local GADO.
d. FAA Advisory Circulars.
(1) The FAA issues advisory circulars to assist and inform thepublic on matters affecting aviation. Advisory circulars are issued ina numbered subject system corresponding to the subject areas of theFAR.
(2) For example, this advisory is numbered AC 103-6 because it deals with information pertaining to FAR 103 operations. There are more than 400 free advisory circulars available. Subjects which may be of interest to the ultralight operator include: AC 60-4A Pilot's Spatial Disorientation AC 90-23D Wake Turbulence AC 90-42C Traffic Advisory Practices at Uncontrolled Airports AC 90-48B Pilot's Role in Collision Avoidance AC 91-36B VFR Flight Near Noise Sensitive Areas
(3) For a complete listing of all available advisory circulars, send your request for the Advisory Circular Checklist, AC 00-2 to: U.S. Department of Transportation Subsequent Distribution Unit, M-442.32 Washington, D.C. 20590
Please enclose a self-addressed mailing label to expedite the processing of your request.
Additionally, the FAA publishes numerous other documents dealing with a variety of subjects. The Guide to Federal Aviation Administration Publications lists the information available from the FAA and also provides a list of civil aviation related publications issued by other Federal agencies. A free copy of this guide is available from the address listed in paragraph d.
e. Airport / Facility Directory (A/FD)
Issued every 8 weeks, the Airport / Facility Directory is a civil flight information publication which contains a directory of all airports, seaplane bases, and heliports open to the public. Available from the National Ocean Service, NOAA Distribution Branch, N/CG33,Riverdale, Maryland 20737, the directory includes information on communication frequencies, navigational facilities, and certain special notices such as curfews. Directories are sold on a single copy or subscription basis and cover a specific geographic area of the United States, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands.
/s/B. KEITH POTTS Acting Director, Air Traffic Service
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SpaceX says it expects to resume launches as soon as November, avoiding a lengthy delay after its Sept. 1 launch pad explosion grounded flights and destroyed a Falcon 9 rocket and a communications satellite.
Speaking at a satellite business conference in Paris, President and Chief Operating Officer Gwynne Shotwell said the Hawthorne-based company is anticipating "being down for about three months — and getting back to flight in the November time frame,'' Bloomberg reported.
SpaceX is still trying to determine the cause of the explosion. The rocket and its payload exploded while the vehicle was being fueled ahead of a standard pre-launch static fire test. SpaceX has said the "anomaly" occurred around the upper-stage oxygen tank.
The company has said it will be able to launch from its alternate launch pad at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida during the November time frame as well as Vandenberg Air Force Base in California.
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Fly a Fighter Plane
If military-inspired vacations interest you, then you'll be excited to hear there's a company that will let you fly a real fighter aircraft. It's called Air Combat USA, a civilian dogfighting school headquartered in Fullerton, Calif. This outfit puts young and old thrill-seekers behind the controls of an Italian-made Marchetti SF260 fighter plane with no experience required. Then, with the help of an instructor, participants will engage in a dogfight, firing simulated bullets that send a trail of smoke streaming from other aircraft when "hit." And the best part? Three digital cameras are mounted on your plane to capture every bank, dive and roll.
Founded in 1988, Air Combat USA tours across the United States offering training sessions at more than two-dozen cities. A basic program lasts two-and-a-half to three hours and includes five to six dogfights at a cost of about $1,400. And while putting a bunch of inexperienced pilots at the yoke of a high-performance aircraft doesn't sound like a good idea, it's actually pretty safe. All aircraft are maintained to strict Federal Aviation Regulations, and participants are required to observe safe minimum altitudes and distances between planes at all times.
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We have previously featured game-changing medical delivery service Zipline, as they have been taking on hard-to-navigate terrains in underdeveloped nations in order to deliver blood and other medical supplies in the most rapid way possible, via drone. At last count, Zipline was responsible for delivering 20% of Rwanda's national blood supply, and now the company is setting their sites on the American market, and it intends to take advantage of the fastest delivery drone known to man in doing so.
Pending FAA approval, testing of a wider array of drones in American airspace is expected to be given a green light in the next month or so. If and when that green light becomes reality, Zipline is expected to be ahead of most of its competitors, a fact that can be attributed to proven systems already employed and tested successfully in Africa and other nations.
This is the fastest autonomous vehicle providing logistics services in the world, and it's also going to be the fastest service, says Zipline CEO Keller Rinaudo. Today we deliver about 20 to 25 percent of the national blood supply of the country (in Rwanda) outside of the capital, says Rinaudo, the equivalent of 7,000 bags of blood, delivered over 4,000 flights.
Zipline's autonomous, fixed-wing drones are among the fastest in the world, and the company claims that their delivery drones outpace models of their competitors in terms of speed, topping out at 75-80 mph. They can fly approximately 99 miles per round-trip, carrying a payload of four pounds throughout. All of these measurables, combined with its ease of deployment and ability avoid car-traffic make it abundantly clear why such a service is invaluable in any country, including the United States.
Basing off of its prior experience and preparing for the days when drone flight will be less restricted, the California-based company has upgraded its facilities from what was once only a series of retrofitted cargo containers. Their improved systems mean that the time it takes to get a drone into the air once a delivery order is put in has been reduced from ten minutes to just one, an astonishingly low ground-to-air time that, considering the nature of this drone delivery service, could prove life saving in more than one case. Considering the great demand that comes with establishing a drone delivery service in the medical field, it's comforting that Zipline has such a head-start in testing and tweaking its product and logistics.
There are a lot of challenges, said Keenan Wyrobek, founder of Zipline. You have to be a great aerospace company. To fly in all weather, to do it over people, and to do that responsibly, you have to have a very reliable technology and operation.
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Evening Chaps, thought I'd take some time to answer some queries this evening!
Adamwilliams132 wrote:In the past they've parked a lot of civilian fly in aircraft on the grass.
Not in the last 3 years we haven't apart from a small number of VIP guests who fly in but they're tucked up at the far right of the display line infront of the VIP Enclosures.
Spotty_Jag wrote:Perhaps the Cosford team could tell us which end of the crowdline they will be parked at and which end will be clear so we can make our choices accordingly.
You may be surprised to hear that there's a lot a logistical and operational considerations when designing the flightline parking plan. I have a rough plan already on what we're expecting to attend but it will change many times before June. Interesting to see the range of comments on the use of the flightline, a marmite issue for sure! Some like the unique photo opportunities of aircraft crewing in etc and also possibilities for clean images of the aircraft parked, others would rather see the runway. I remember when, in 2015, we moved a number of aircraft to the southside (from memory it was the Apache pair, Lynx HMA8 & Chinook) there was significant feedback that visitors wanted them back on the flightline. A balancing act for sure, we will do our best to please everyone, but operational ease must remain a priority.
Timc wrote:Not that I've ever noticed or for that matter paid any attention to, but do The Swiss PC-7 team have any kind of support aircraft?
No dedicated support aircraft, but the Swiss Air Force often use their Beechcraft 1900, as they did to support the Hornet in 2015. No news received yet on what aircraft may(or may not) come to support the team but I do like Geoff's suggestion...
Tommy wrote:Probably not realistic, but I love that "discussions are ongoing" with Cyprus!
And even if they're unable to provide an aircraft for 2017, it's never too early for our overseas partners to get 2018 in their diary...
Orange5ive wrote:As there is no Vulcan anymore and I assume getting the one out the Cold War hangar is prohibitively expensive what are the chances of the Avro 707c coming out, I don't believe it's been on display for a while now.
Getting anything out of the Cold War Exhibition is an extremely difficult task, which involves removing a wall from the building. The Avro 707 came out to play last year, so we worked with our friends at the RAF Museum to get some different machines out into the sunlight for 2017. The British Aerospace EAP, Hurricane IIc & Harrier GR9 are all confirmed to be coming down to the airfield to join the static displays this June.
Peter Operations Manager
RAF Cosford Air Show
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Anyone following Sons Of Liberty Gun Works might be aware that they had recently made hits on a target two miles away. Well, they’ve since aimed a lot farther, using a 90-degree vertical hold-over. The Sons Of Liberty Gun Works crew posted a video on their Instagram account of a privately launched rocket containing two AR 15s, with the stated goal of putting the first American firearms in space. If the Sons Of Liberty rocket actually reached their goal, to my knowledge, it would be the first instance of American made firearms in space. I am unaware of any other attempts to send unmanned rifles into space.
As most firearm aficionados are aware, the Russian space program sent their cosmonauts with a firearm specially designed for them as TFB has reported on before. The Russian space guns had been in service since the early ’80s, which has left an almost four-decade gap of the American astronauts of being outgunned in space, or upon their return to Earth. Even though the chances of an intergalactic incident were nil, it’s hard for some of us to imagine American pioneers going anywhere unarmed, especially when going to a place dubbed “the final frontier.”
As for the Sons Of Liberty rocket launch itself, there’s currently scant information. There were no further reports on how big the rocket was, what kind of fuel or engines used, or how high the rocket got. I’m curious about how the rocket retrieval went as well and where it landed. There’s not much in the video to get a size reference on the rocket, but perhaps some of our readers can help take guesses as to the potential capability this rocket had. In the video, someone can be heard saying “it’s going transonic,” which leads me to believe that they had some instrumentation on board to measure speed and altitude with a real-time relay of information back to Earth.
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Until today the only firearms to reach space were the Russian made guns that flew with the cosmonauts. It's time we answer those Red bastards. There are 2 SOLGW M4s aboard the SARGE rocket. First American made guns to leave Earth. No shit. Godspeed SARGE. One small step for SOLGW. One giant Fuck You to the anti-gunners.
What do you think about the Sons Of Liberty Gun Works’ launch of firearms into space? Do you think they made it?
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GEC AVIONICS AND BELL HELICOPTER TEAM FOR THE BRITISH ARMY FUTURE ATTACK HELICOPTER, THE 'COBRA VENOM'
GEC AVIONICS AND BELL HELICOPTER TEAM FOR THE BRITISH ARMY FUTURE ATTACK HELICOPTER, THE 'COBRA VENOM' FORT WORTH, Texas, May 6 /PRNewswire/ -- GEC-Marconi is teaming with Bell Helicopter Textron of Fort Worth, Texas to offer the new "Cobra Venom" helicopter for the British Army's future attack helicopter requirement. GEC Avionics Limited, part of GEC-Marconi, will lead this project. GEC-Marconi and Bell made the announcement today at a joint press conference in London hosted by Brian Tucker, managing director of GEC Avionics and Peter Parsinen, senior vice president of Bell Helicopter. Brian Tucker commented, "We are delighted to be working once again so closely with Bell Helicopter on this very exciting program. The "Cobra Venom" brings together advanced technologies developed by two world leaders in their fields and provides the solution to current attack helicopter requirements. The new helicopter combines the unrivalled proven performance and reliability of the AH-1W SuperCobra airframe with the latest in integrated sensors, displays and control systems to offer day and night operational capability and dramatically improved weapon delivery accuracy, both air to air and air to ground." The "Cobra Venom" cockpit will incorporate helmet displays including night vision goggles, integrated with new sensors to give 24 hour, all-weather operation with accurate long range weapon delivery. Autonomous navigation systems, linked to a defensive aids system will allow safe and consistent low level operations while the incorporation of the latest control and display technologies will radically reduce crew workload even in the most demanding environments. Parsinen, stated: "I am convinced the stout reliability of the AH-1W paired with GEC's advanced technology will create a synergy that will provide the UK with a truly extraordinary attack helicopter." Technical Notes The Avionics The "Cobra Venom" cockpit will incorporate many new technologies designed to reduce pilot workload and improve performance. These include: color multi-function flat panel displays; integrated night vision helmets, including night vision capability and head trackers; plus a combined tactical situation and digital map display. The Airframe The SuperCobra is not only the most versatile but also the most operationally reliable attack helicopter in the world. Throughout Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm 50 AH-1W helicopters operated for an average of 30.1 hours per month with 92 percent full mission capability. During the ground war many SuperCobras flew upwards of 13 hours a day in sustained operations and were credited with outstanding g producer of rotary winged aircraft. Over the past 46 years Bell has built more than 32,000 helicopters. With its advanced technology design engineering and high quality manufacturing, Bell aircraft are acknowledged as the most reliable helicopters in the world, in use in over 100 nations and accumulating fleet time at the rate of 10 flight hours every minute of the day. GEC Avionics GEC Avionics is Europe's leading exporter of avionic systems and is the world leader in the design and production of systems such as pilots' head up displays, air data computers and fly-by-wire flight control systems. GEC Avionics has developed and supplied systems for many of the worlds current operational fixed and rotary wing aircraft including the Tornado, Sea King, Lynx, Jaguar, F-16, AMX, A-129 and Harrier. Future military aircraft which will carry GEC Avionics systems include the EH101 Merlin, the F-22 Advanced Tactical Fighter and the EFA. GEC Marconi GEC Avionics is one of over 25 companies in the GEC-Marconi group. GEC Avionics' sister companies in the group involved in helicopter avionic systems are: -- Marconi Defence Systems - A world leader and prime contractor in defensive aids and GPS navigation systems. -- GEC-Marconi Dynamics - major supplier and prime contractor for weapon systems, in particular air to ground missiles. -- GEC Sensors, a leading supplier of airborne IR imaging systems and communications. -- GEC-Marconi Electronic Systems Corporation, a leader in helicopter navigation systems. These companies already provide the majority of avionic systems on programs such as the Tornado and European Fighter Aircraft. -0- 5/6/92 /CONTACT: Bob Leder of Bell Helicopter Textron, 817-280-8415/ CO: GEC Avionics Limited; Bell Helicopter Textron ST: Texas IN: ARO SU:
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We capture these amazing aerial point clouds with proprietary multi camera clusters flying under our tethered surveillance aerostat balloon. (Unmanned)
DDIS developed this lighter than air platform to help crowd counters and first responders get an accurate sense of the size and extents of crowd. This information is shared with First Responders and emergency medical personnel to help them asess potential safety or security problems.
Transparent gridded tally sheets are superimposed on the entire landscape to break the count and projections into manageable cells. Density averages are estimated for the significant masses of people under shade trees or behind jumbotrons, portapottys and umbrellas. Scenic shots are available under www.ddis.smugmug.com
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Under Sunshine Coast Regional Council Local Law No. 1 (Administration) 2011, it is an offence to undertake a prescribed activity, of which the operation of a drone is defined, without a valid permit.
In additional to Sunshine Coast Council Local Laws there are also CASA regulations that govern the operation of drones both commercially and recreationally.
- Commercial unmanned flight - remotely piloted aircraft under 2kg
- Flying drones or model aircraft recreationally
- Flying drones / remotely piloted aircraft in Australia
For more information, The offence refers to Part 2: Section 6 and Schedule 2: Part 1 definition of undertaking regulated activities on Local Government controlled areas and roads of Sunshine Coast Council Local Law No. 1 (Administration) 2011.
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Albuquerque, NM (APRIL 19, 2018) – Millennium Engineering and Integration Company (Millennium) will complete development, integration, and launch processing of two Cubesat satellites, including flight software and ground support systems for Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Polar Scout and Air Force ORS-7 mission.
ORS-7/Polar Scout is a set of two satellites with a payload that can sense emergency beacons from boats, airplanes and other distress emitters. Polar Scout plans to demonstrate its ability to compliment or gap-fill those satellites monitoring the Arctic and other remote areas. Millennium brokered the launch via SpaceFlight Industries of Seattle, WA on a Falcon 9 Rideshare to be launched out of Vandenberg AFB early fall placing both units in a sun-synchronous orbit. Partnering with the USAF Space Command Rapid Capabilities Office (SpRCO), Rincon Research Corporation, Utah State’s Space Dynamics Laboratory, and Raytheon Missile Systems in Tucson, AZ, Millennium led the development and demonstrated a prototype rapid production line capable of scaling to larger quantities and larger satellites. These two units are the first operational satellites from this collaboration.
Millennium is the prime contractor on a responsive-space focused contract architected to provide responsive, integrated, and cost-effective space solutions to the U.S. Government.
Millennium delivers exceptional engineering services, flight safety software, and solutions to its government and commercial customers. With a singular focus on customer satisfaction, they have established themselves as one of the nation’s premiere multidisciplinary engineering services and solution providers serving the U.S. Government and commercial industries. With 20+ years of stellar performance, Millennium is known as a trusted technical and engineering advisor, systems engineering and integration (SE&I) contractor, and solutions provider for customers in the space, defense, cyber, intelligence, aviation, and healthcare markets.
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The first upgrade to Daher’s “Me & My TBM” application for owners and operators of TBM very fast turboprop aircraft was unveiled today at the EAA AirVenture Oshkosh fly-in.
This enhanced version has a redesigned main screen for better readability, larger touch areas for improved interface, and 3D visuals with a TBM silhouette whose movement more realistically reflects the aircraft’s orientation in flight.
Also new in the app’s V2 version is the My TBM Challenge, a friendly competition that enables pilots to compare their flight performance with others in the TBM community. The challenge is based on such parameters as the number of airports visited, distance flown, fuel efficiency during flight, and the pilot’s ability to meet optimum conditions during take-off and landing.
Introduced by Daher in April, the cloud-based “Me & My TBM” app is offered in versions for Android and iOS devices, leveraging data automatically collected using the Pratt & Whitney Canada FAST™ flight data retrieval and transfer solution.
Unique and valuable feedback is provided during every phase of a TBM’s flight, from key parameters of the engine and other systems to a full range of statistics accessible wherever the aircraft goes. Data management also is provided for updates to the CAMP maintenance tracking system.
The Me & My TBM application leverages Daher’s expertise in the field of big data to collect, process and analyze the more than four million datapoints generated each day by the TBM in-service fleet.
At the heart of digital transformation, Daher – a leader in Industry 4.0 – continually invests in the digital supply chain (automation, robotics, connected objects, predictive analytics, etc.) to offer innovative solutions to its customers, as well as in the development of proprietary tools bringing them productivity, real-time visibility and mobility.
“While the application originally was developed as a ‘nice to have’ feature for customers, the tremendous level of interest from TBM owners has encouraged us to provide more capabilities for the app,” commented Nicolas Chabbert, Senior Vice President of the Daher Airplane Business Unit.
All new TBM 910s and TBM 930s delivered by Daher since January 2018 are outfitted the FAST™ flight data retrieval and transfer solution, and therefore are compatible with the “Me & My TBM” app.
For earlier production TBM aircraft, Daher is including the Bad Elf “Wombat” accessory in the TBM catalog of options and upgrades. This portable SD Card reader can wirelessly transmit data for use by the “Me & My TBM” app. With it, the application could be used with more than 400 previously-produced TBMs by using a non-automated process.
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Robinson Helicopter Co. President To Help Guide The International Helicopter Safety Team
Helicopter safety organization The International Helicopter Safety Team (IHST) has added Robinson Helicopter Company President Kurt Robinson to its Executive Committee.
Kurt Robinson heads the Robinson Helicopter Company. The firm, which employs nearly 1,300 people, has its headquarters and factory in Southern California, plus a network of more than 400 service centers that provide world-wide service and support. Kurt Robinson has been with the company for more than 25 years and has been president since 2010. He is a commercial-rated helicopter pilot and he holds an MBA and a law degree from the University of San Diego.
The International Helicopter Safety Team (IHST) was formed to lead a government and industry cooperative effort to address factors that were affecting an unacceptable helicopter accident rate. The group’s mission is to reduce the international civil helicopter accident rate by 80 percent. The effort is co-chaired by the FAA and Helicopter Association International (HAI). Other major industry participants include AgustaWestland, the American Helicopter Society International, Bell Helicopter, The Boeing Co., Bristow Group, CHC Helicopter, Eurocopter, the Flight Safety Foundation, the Helicopter Association of Canada, Robinson Helicopter, Shell Aircraft, and Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation.
IHST members also establish international partnerships in countries with significant helicopter operations and work to encourage the overseas industries to carry out accident analysis and develop safety interventions. Worldwide partners now supporting the work of the IHST include government and industry participants from the United States, Canada, Brazil, Japan, Australia, India, Russia, and multiple countries in Europe and in the Middle East/North Africa region.
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The TDRS-L was vaulted into space by an Atlas 5 rocket that lifted off Thursday night from
"TDRS-L and the entire TDRS fleet provide a vital service to America's space program by supporting missions that range from Earth-observation to deep space discoveries," NASA Administrator
Seven first-generation of TDRS satellites were launched in 1983-1995, followed by three 2G spacecraft in 2000-2002.
"This launch ensures continuity of services for the many missions that rely on the system every day,"
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Aircraft interior cleaning also is known as aircraft detailing service is the act of performing a thorough cleaning, restoration, and finishing. Interior detailing involves a deep cleaning of the whole interior cabin including galley, toilet compartments, passenger cabins, and flight deck. The purpose of inside cabin cleaning is to avoid health risks, restore the interior beauty, remove the offensive ordor, and to avoid the spread of dirt and contaminations within the aircraft.
Our aircraft interior cleaning is a full package of service that includes labor, materials, and equipment. The company uses high-quality specialized equipment and cleaning solutions to meet the airlines and aviation industry cleaning regulatory standards.
Interior Cleaning includes the vacuuming of carpets and seats, spot cleaning of stains in carpeting, seats and headliner; also cleaning the cockpit displays and gauges, interior windows, wall panels, countertops, lavatory seat and deck, entranceway steps and handrails and emptying the trash. The lavatory and galley cabinets and drawers require cleaning as well.
The aircraft windows are normally made of glass or plastic and can be easily damaged during the cleaning process. It is therefore highly recommended that brushes and abrasive clothes shall not be used for such type of cleaning. The correct way of aircraft window cleaning is to use clean, soft, lint-free cloths that are specially designed and approved for aircraft or sensitive environment glass or transparent plastic cleaning. Along with the approved and recommend cleaning products, the aircraft window cleaning is carried out using the aircraft manufacturer’s procedures outlined especially for window cleaning.
Aircraft cockpit cleaning involves vacuuming, dusting and cleaning the aircraft instruments and display screens. All components of the aircraft cockpit are cleaned with attention to details but with care to avoid damaging the expensive components. Only clean, soft, lint-free cloths and dust brushes are used on aircraft instruments and displays. Only approved anti-static fluids are sprayed onto instruments and displays.
The aircraft headliners require spot cleaning. Areas are tested prior to cleaning to ensure the cleaning agent do not stain the headliner. Some headliners require dry cleaning agents only and will stain if a water-based product is used. We determine the special cleaning requirements for the headliner before the headliner is cleaned.
Interior Paneling and Siding
The interior panelling and siding varies with each aircraft but requires regular cleaning. Before cleaning areas are tested to determine if the panelling will stain. Silks/ delicates, fire blocked fabrics, and upholstery is cleaned using mild and recommended cleaning solutions.
Routine cleaning of the carpets is accomplished with a vacuum followed with spot cleaning. Semi-annually, the carpets are cleaned using a hot water extraction machine and a mild detergent pre-spray. The pre-spray shall is rinsed with a mild acid rinse approved for carpet cleaning. All soap residues are rinsed out with care not to wet the carpet backing. After cleaning, carpet blowers is installed to speed up the drying time. It is critical that the carpet backing does not get wet. If the carpet backing gets wet, corrosion may result on the aircraft floorboards. The aircraft carpet deep cleaning attempt to remove carpet stains such as coffee, grease and oils, and common food or drink spots.
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PORTO ALEGRE, Brazil, June 15 (UPI) -- The Brazilian subsidiary of Israel's Elbit Systems is to produce heads-up cockpit displays for F/A-18E/F being offered to the country's military.
Boeing, which gave the award for the low-profile displays, is offering the aircraft to Brazil in a bid for the F-X2 fighter competition contract.
"Boeing's selection of Elbit will bring AEL Sistemas more opportunities for high-technology work and help expand the knowledge and capabilities at AEL's Advanced Cockpit Technology Center of Excellence," said Susan Colegrove, regional director of International Strategic Partnerships for Boeing Defense, Space and Security.
"These activities broaden Boeing's engagement in Brazil in general and our industrial participation offer in the country's F-X2 competition in particular."
Elbit said Boeing last March chose Elbit to provide the Large Area Display system -- part of the advanced cockpit system Boeing will offer on its F/A-18E/F Super Hornets and F-15 fighters.
Elbit's LAD is an upgrade for F/A-18 and F-15 platforms.
"Today's announcement further demonstrates the breadth and depth of opportunities Boeing and its suppliers are creating with industry in Brazil," said Boeing Brazil President Donna Hrinak.
"Through industrial collaborations such as this, Boeing and its partners together are growing their businesses, innovating their products and expanding their capabilities."
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Lockheed Martin and Israeli company Rafael Advanced Defense Systems will offer their respective missiles to the U.S. Army for possible integration with the service branch’s Indirect Fires Protection Capability multi-mission launcher, Defense News reported Monday.
The Army seeks a second missile as part of the IFPC Increment 2 program, which aims to develop a weapon system that can counter rockets, artillery, mortars, cruise missiles and unmanned aircraft systems.
The second interceptor, dubbed Expanded Mission Area Missile, will add to the Raytheon-built AIM-9X Sidewinder missile that has been qualified for IFPC.
Frank St. John, vice president of Lockheed’s missiles and fire control business, told Defense News that the company is pursuing the EMAM program with its Mini Hit-to-Kill missile.
St. John added that Lockheed expects the Army to make an award for missile test and evaluation within two months.
Rafael plans to offer its Sky Hunter missile to the Army through the company’s U.S. partner, Raytheon.
Sky Hunter is the U.S. version of Rafael’s Tamir interceptors, which are used for the Israeli defense firm’s Iron Dome weapon system.
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Shuttle to kick off 3rd year of Space Station science
by Marshall Space Flight CenterMore articles in Shuttles
Space Shuttle Endeavour will deliver a 14-ton, backbone-like truss — assembled and tested at NASA's Marshall Center — to the International Space Station next week. Astronauts will perform three spacewalks to install, outfit and activate the new truss that will enhance the Station's future power and cooling systems. The STS-113 Shuttle mission also will bring up more laboratory experiments — kicking off the third year of science operations on the Station. The command post for Station science operations is NASA's Payload Operations Center at Marshall.
Photo: Backdropped against a blue and white Earth, this view of the Space Shuttle Atlantis was photographed by an Expedition Five crewmember onboard the International Space Station during rendezvous and docking operations in October. (NASA)
Next week, Space Shuttle Endeavour will deliver to the International Space Station (ISS) the third piece of the Station’s exterior truss backbone, and kick off the third year of science inside the orbiting laboratory by bringing up a new load of scientific experiments.
The 14-ton, girder-like, Port One, or P1 truss — assembled and tested at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Ala. — will enhance the Station’s future cooling and power systems. It will be attached to the left side of the Segment Zero, or S0 truss, during the fourth day of the STS-113 mission.
While the Endeavour is docked with the Station, astronauts will perform three spacewalks to outfit and activate the new truss. The Station’s other two truss structures — the S0 and Starboard One, or S1 — were installed earlier this year.
“This is the first port integrated truss segment to be delivered to the Station,” said Alex Pest, the Boeing Company manager who oversaw the completion of the P-1 truss when it was assembled and tested at the Marshall Center. “We tested the truss’ strength, as well as its electrical connections and fluid lines that will be important for future Station power and cooling.”
The STS-113 mission also kicks off the beginning of the third year of science aboard the orbiting research laboratory and marks the start of a new four-month crew rotation on the ISS. Expedition Six Commander Ken Bowersox and NASA ISS Science Officer Don Pettit and Flight Engineer Nikolai Budarin will conduct new scientific experiments and continue research started on the five prior expeditions.
Although the Station is in the process of being built and the lab is still being outfitted, research hours are adding up. More than 65 NASA-funded investigations have compiled more than 90,000 hours of science operations time on-orbit. The Station’s five Expedition crews have devoted more than 1,000 hours to research on the ISS.
To carry out Expedition Six’s 19 experiments, the crew will work closely with ground controllers in the science command post for ISS science operations — the Payload Operations Center at Marshall.
“We manage all the science operations on the Station and work with planners and scientists around the world to schedule research activities,” said Lamar Stacy, the payload operations director who leads the Expedition Six payload ops team at the Marshall Center. “To ensure successful operations, we work before each expedition, training the crew and preparing procedures for conducting research in orbit.”
Many of the Station experiments are managed by the Marshall Center. Fundamental experiments that explore how physical processes are affected by the microgravity, or low-gravity inside the Station, are managed by Marshall’s Microgravity Sciences and Applications Division. Industry-funded research conducted through NASA’s 15 Commercial Space Centers is managed by the Space Product Development Program at the Marshall Center.
The new investigations include two series of fluid physics experiments to be conducted inside the Microgravity Science Glovebox — a major research facility delivered to the Station in June. The glovebox features a sealed work area with windows and attached rubber gloves that allow crewmembers to work safely with experiments involving chemicals, fluids and burning or molten samples. It was built by the European Space Agency in cooperation with the Marshall Center.
A new life sciences experiment — Foot/Ground Reaction Forces During Space Flight — characterizes the load on the lower body and muscle activity in crewmembers while working on the Station.
The Protein Crystal Growth Single-locker Thermal Enclosure System (PCG-STES), which has flown on three prior Station research expeditions, will return to orbit with a new set of proteins and other biological substances. Scientists want to grow high-quality crystals of selected proteins in microgravity for later analyses on the ground to determine the proteins’ molecular structure. Research may contribute to advances in medicine, agriculture and other fields.
New samples will be delivered for the Zeolite Crystal Growth Furnace (ZCG) — an experiment sponsored by a commercial firm attempting to grow larger crystals in microgravity, with possible applications in chemical processes, electronic device manufacturing and other applications on Earth.
Endeavour will bring back plants, biological crystals, and microscopic capsules that are small enough to transport drugs to specific parts of the human body. Experiment equipment and samples will be returned to scientists around the world for in-depth analysis.
To launch the payloads and the new Expedition Six ISS crew safely into orbit, Marshall managers and engineers will support the STS-113 launch from both the Launch Control Center at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida, and Huntsville Operations Support Center at the Marshall Center.
The Space Shuttle Projects Office at Marshall manages the Shuttle’s propulsion system, including its three main engines, external fuel tank, twin solid rocket boosters and reusable solid rocket motors. Marshall serves as a key leader in NASA’s research and development of the propulsion systems that enable safe, reliable and lower-cost access to space and space exploration.
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Six global launch providers are drawing the same conclusion as they address a panel audience on a muggy spring afternoon in Washington, D.C.: Not all of their rockets will be servicing commercial customers over the next few years.
“I don’t think there’s actually room for all of us here,” says Gwynne Shotwell, president and COO of SpaceX, during a panel discussion at the 2019 SATELLITE show hosted by Via Satellite. “Although I think we’ll always remain on the panels, there will probably only be three folks getting to orbit regularly.”
Her fellow speakers on the panel — launch leaders from a mix of long-time service providers and more recent players — largely agree.
While the overall number of launches has grown worldwide, commercial opportunities are becoming more competitive as well as uneven, notes the analytical firm Jefferies Aerospace and Defense Group in a May 2019 report. In particular, 2018 saw only five orders for satellite launches to Geostationary Orbit (GEO) after peaking at 26 units in 2014.
Meanwhile, new entrants are filling the market at a rapid pace, ready to service upcoming orders to deploy new small satellite constellations into Low Earth Orbit (LEO). Companies including Rocket Lab, Relativity Space, Vector, Virgin Orbit, Firefly Aerospace, and more are developing cheap, flexible rocket systems and cultivating business plans that offer an edge in a crowded field of applicants.
As the demand for GEO satellite orders grows thin, there is not enough room for all of the prospective players to ultimately succeed in the emerging LEO market, says Carissa Christensen, founder and CEO of Bryce Space and Technology, an analytics and engineering company focusing on space, satellites, cyber, and Research and Development (R&D) based in Alexandria, Virginia.
That is normal for an industry full of new opportunities, she notes. “Multiple players pursue it, and typically you would expect that only some will succeed.”
The total number of launches worldwide and the number of commercial launches specifically is growing, according to a 2019 Bryce report. Meanwhile, government contracts continue to drive the launch service market, Christensen notes. “The most successful small launch providers will be those that are both competing effectively in the commercial market and have government customers that are providing them with additional significant demand,” she says.
New players are creating innovative business models to ensure they stand out in a crowd. Eric Salwan, director of business development for Firefly Aerospace, expects “a massive consolidation” of prospective small satellite providers, and a similar shrinking from the telecommunications constellations currently in development to those that are deployed.
Firefly, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Austin, is developing its Alpha vehicle to be capable of transporting 1,000 Kilograms (kg) into LEO, with initial launch scheduled for the end of 2019.
“We’re fortunate that we’re very close to launch,” Salwan says. “We feel that at our price point, … We are going to be able to go to market and successfully win the missions that we want to win.” Following Alpha’s first flight, Firefly plans to build a second, 4,000 kg LEO vehicle and an orbital transfer vehicle capable of in-space propulsion, he adds.
Relativity Space — an aerospace manufacturing company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Los Angeles — and its investors are betting that their patented 3-D printing system will allow them to eventually build a new launch vehicle in 60 days, vastly speeding up the time from contract signing to deployment. The goal is to 3-D print at least 95 percent of a launcher — to include the engine — by the end of 2020.
While additive manufacturing has become increasingly common to help speed up technology maturation, it is still being used largely in a “bottoms-up” manner, employed by companies in one specific department or as a research-and-development project, says Tim Ellis, company co-founder and CEO. “If you could build a whole product this way … it’s going to really unlock new capabilities that are unprecedented for speed and flexibility and the ability to launch and replenish constellations quickly,” he says. “I really see it much more holistically and disruptive across every single part of the process.”
The company’s first launch vehicle, dubbed Terran 1, will be capable of launching 1,250 kg into LEO, Ellis adds. First orbital launch is currently scheduled for 2020, with commercial launch services to begin in 2021.
While some providers acknowledge the projections for new constellations might be taken with a grain of salt, Mike French, Bryce’s senior vice president for commercial space, notes that the number of launch vehicles in development and that have already received funding “requires some belief that a fairly large segment of these proposed systems will come online and need a launch.” That being said, the new small launch environment remains “a bit of an unusual case,” he says.
“There are a lot of individual bets being made,” he adds. “When you step back and look at all of them, it can’t be true that all of them will service all of the slice.”
Ellis notes that the telesatellite companies planning new systems aim to service varied parts of the market, which should allow multiple constellations to survive. However, the explosion of new launch companies “is definitely a bit of a mirage,” he notes. “When you start to look at the different parameters, there’s actually a pretty wide gap between the half dozen or so companies that are really starting to solidify themselves as leaders” and other actors.
In an effort to distinguish itself thoroughly from other small sat launch providers, Rocket Lab U.S.A., a Huntington, California-based small launch company, is designing a new launch vehicle dubbed “Photon” to serve as a fully functional satellite bus, aiming to launch 170-kg payloads into LEO within four months from order to orbit.
The first operational Photon will be launched from the company’s Launch Complex-1 in New Zealand by the end of 2019, with future missions in active planning for 2020 with both commercial and government customers, says Peter Beck, Rocket Lab founder and CEO.
While considering the biggest barriers to providing more access to space, Beck notes that launch services come first, but the second is having a team of industry experts on hand to put a concept into orbit. With Photon, “all you need to do is come with your payload,” he says. “You don’t need to become spacecraft manufacturing experts; you just need to bring your sensor, or even your idea.”
While companies including SpaceX and Rocket Lab have already successfully launched multiple missions for both commercial and government customers, several providers — to include Firefly and Relativity Space — have two to three years to go before launching their first vehicles. Heavy launch providers including Blue Origin, Arianespace, and ULA also expect to launch their newest systems in the 2020-2021 timeframe.
French notes that current launch timelines may not be the most important indicator of long-term success.
“The more successful companies are those that are already signing letters of intent or making announcements of launch contracts, and hitting their technical milestones to ensure they continue to be funded,” he says.
At first glance, it may appear that small launchers can send new systems into LEO at a more cost-effective rate than large providers, but the latter can actually offer a cheaper ride, Christensen says. In total, small launches cost about $5 million to $10 per launch, as opposed to $50 million to $100, but “typically a small satellite is not buying the whole launch vehicle; they’re buying, metaphorically, a seat.”
“That’s a really important dynamic in the launch industry right now, is looking at the small satellites that are going to launch, [and] how many of them will choose to pay extra to have taxi service,” she adds.
The emergence of new start-up companies in the small launch market has not been missed by heavy-launch providers.
“This is one of the high peaks in venture capital coming into the space industry, and it continues to come in,” says Blue Origin CEO Bob Smith on the SATELLITE panel. “They’re not coming in with just silly ideas,” he adds. “New entrants will actually have an impact on this market.”
Christensen notes that for many years, it was conventional wisdom in the commercial launch community that new companies could not break through because the industry was “too conservative” and “risk-averse.” However, SpaceX has defied that adage in the last decade, in part by explicitly servicing multiple markets, she says. The Hawthorne, California-based company has also successfully worked to drive change in the way government customers make decisions about launch, and the way they engage with the launch service provider, while touting lower price points as a key strategy.
Shotwell says she doesn’t see SpaceX changing its business case dramatically, as the company has purpose-built each of its vehicles with diversity in mind from the start. However, she expects the company’s upcoming Starship heavy launcher to be a game-changer for the industry, particularly when it comes to reusability. “We have learned enough that we think we can bring the upper stage or the second stage back,” she says. “That would provide even further value to our existing customers, and will really change the way hopefully each of you think about space.”
Longtime GEO launch servicers are enhancing their technical capabilities in order to carry and deploy a diverse array of satellites more effectively, Christensen observes.
United Launch Alliance — a joint venture between Boeing and Lockheed Martin — is developing its next-generation Vulcan Centaur heavy launch vehicle, built primarily for the U.S. Air Force and national security missions and currently scheduled to launch in 2021, officials say. However, Jefferies analysts note that the Vulcan rocket may be more dependent on commercial business to remain viable than ULA’s previous systems were.
Meanwhile, Arianespace is betting its forthcoming Vega C rocket and Ariane 6 variants will allow the French company to take back commercial market share from SpaceX and other U.S. companies, who launched the majority of commercial missions in 2018 per Bryce Space and Technology.
The new vehicles are built for civil, commercial, and government missions and the company is pitching a 40 percent cost reduction, says Stéphane Israël, CEO of Arianespace and executive vice president of ArianeGroup. He has high hopes for Prometheus, the company’s new low-cost oxygen-methane engine, fit for reusability with flight tests expected in 2024, and set to be installed on Ariane-6 by 2025. “We think that [an] oxygen-methane engine is very promising,” he says at the SATELLITE show.
Blue Origin is looking to capitalize on new commercial and government opportunities with New Glenn, built with a reusable first stage to last for 25 missions and already on contract to launch Telesat’s new LEO satellite constellation while competing for future national security missions.
The rocket was purpose-built to service civil, commercial and defense markets with a 7-meter fairing that supports a variety of payload masses, says Bob Smith, Blue Origin CEO during the SATELLITE show.
“We are going to be having a very busy Florida in 2021, because it sounds like we’re all going to be launching there about the same time,” he notes.
While the near-term projections spell out a slow commercial business, Smith expresses optimism for how an increased demand for data will positively impact launch orders. “Every study shows us that the appetite for data is insatiable. … That trend is going to happen, it’s going to continue to multiply and there’s going to be a launch service impact to that. “You can question about how long that’s going to take to develop or how short it will take to develop but it will happen,” he says.
Small Launchers Focus on Securing Prime Real Estate
New small launch servicers are ensuring that they can meet future demand for proliferated LEO constellations by spreading out their launch pad access.
Rocket Lab U.S.A. has launched commercial and U.S. government small satellite payloads out of Launch Complex-1 on the Mahia Peninsula of New Zealand, whose remote location allows the company to operate in an orbital inclination range of sun-synchronous all the way to 39 degrees, says Peter Beck, founder and CEO.
Having a launch site built in New Zealand required a significant amount of bilateral diplomacy between the two countries, to include new space legislation, he notes. But it provides Rocket Lab with the same inclination sweep as Vandenberg Air Force Base in California and Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida on one site. “I don’t know any other countries other than New Zealand … that meet the criteria,” Beck says.
The company is building a second launch site at Wallops Island in Virginia, which will support 12 launches a year once it is operational, which Beck expects by the end of 2019. That site will allow the company to serve U.S. government customers that may not want to launch offshore, he notes.
Firefly Aerospace plans to launch its Alpha vehicle from Vandenberg AFB’s Space Launch Complex (SLC)-2 West site, says Eric Salwan, director of commercial business development. That will allow the aerospace company to service smallsat customers looking to launch to Sunsynchronous Orbit (SSO) once Alpha comes online by the end of this year, he adds.
Less than two years later, Firefly will activate SLC-20 at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, allowing the company to service most major small satellite inclinations, Salwan says.
Relativity Space is also looking at securing space on both coasts. Co-Founder and CEO Tim Ellis notes the company will launch its forthcoming Terran 1 rocket in 2020 from LC-16 at Cape Canaveral. The company is also in “active procurement” for a West Coast launch site, he adds.
Says Rocket Lab’s Beck: “The whole launch frequency and the launch site is not the sexy bit of the rocket; neither is the regulatory bit. But it actually is a bigger enabler than the rocket itself.” VS
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The latest airplane that has been added to PIA’s fleet, an Airbus a320, arrived at the Karachi airport on Thursday.
The Airbus A320 is one of the world’s favorite narrow-body short/medium-haul jet airplanes. By virtue of right-sized fuselage, it enhances comfort for passengers and at the same time enjoys the reputation of being a fuel-efficient aircraft. A320 aircraft mostly serve PIA’s domestic and regional routes.
The airplane departed from Istanbul and reached Karachi at 7am, according to officials of the national airline.
“The plane will be first painted after which PIA’s logo will be put up on it,” said an official. “The Airbus a320 has been bought on a dry lease of six years.”
A dry lease is a long-term arrangement under which an aircraft is provided without a crew, maintenance or insurance to an airline company. The payment is made on a monthly or yearly basis. PIA has taken this lease from aircraft-leasing company ALAFCO.
After the addition of this plane, PIA now has of 12 Airbus a320s. The airline’s total fleet consists of 33 airplanes.
The Airbus a320 will be added to the fleet in the first week of December after it is updated.
A similar plane will arrive in the city next month. Both planes were previously used by Saudi Airlines from August 2010 to 2018.
“The addition of new these airplanes will facilitate air operations,” said PIA official Abdullah Khan. “Travelers will also be provided with better services during flights.”
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The Messerschmitt Me 262 Schwalbe ("Swallow") was the world's first operational jet-powered fighter aircraft. Design work started before World War II began but engine problems prevented the aircraft from attaining operational status with the Luftwaffe until mid-1944. Compared with Allied fighters of its day, including the jet-powered Gloster Meteor, it was much faster and better armed. One of the most advanced aviation designs in operational use during World War II, the Me 262 was used in a variety of roles, including light bomber, reconnaissance and even experimental night fighter versions. Me 262 pilots claimed a total of 542 Allied kills (although higher claims are sometimes made) against the loss of about 100 Me 262s. The Allies countered its potential effectiveness in the air by relentlessly attacking the aircraft on the ground and while they were taking off or landing. Maintenance problems and a lack of fuel during the deteriorating late-war situation also reduced the effectiveness of the aircraft as a fighting force. In the end, the Me 262 had a negligible impact on the course of the war due to its late introduction and the small numbers that were deployed in operational service.
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About this Plan
Courier. Free flight cabin sport model, for 1/2A power..
Quote: "Trim, slim and realistic. This Half-A free flight ran be powered with a variety of small engines. Courier, by Christo Russo.
In response to many requests, this month's issue presents two models in plan form for powering with "under .099" engines. One is a control line stunter, Roger Dodger, and the second this ex-tremely clean 35 inch span endurance craft. The advent of the small A's is one of four major developments in model aviation since the early Thirties. In order, these were the introduction of the miniature gasoline engine, the development of control line models, the perfection of the glow plug for 'ignitionless' operation and, now, the tiny g.p. motors under .099 cubic inch displacement. The mini-motors have created an entirely new class of free flight models and have brought back to the activity many old-time competition devotees.
ONE of the temptations in designing a freeflight model for the smaller glo-plug engines is to make the ship extremely small; somehow the tiny engine suggests a tiny plane. Generally it is not such a good idea either, for better all-around flight performance usually comes with a larger model not so much handicapped by 'scale effect' or the dropping-off in efficiency with reduction in size. With nearly 200 square inches of wing area, our model is larger than most Cub .049-powered jobs, but with the hot, new Cub .074 installed, it has power to spare. Simple construction, a neat appearance and good sport flying performance were aims in planning this model.
Sketches indicate the extreme simplicity of the fuselage as-sembly. Select firm wood for parts throughout the model and use cement liberally. Note that the wire landing gear is sandwiched to the inclined fuselage former before actual assembly begins. When basic fuselage frame is complete, add the strips inside the window areas which stiffen the sheet edges. Fit paper patterns first, then cut thin celluloid to fit windshield and window openings, lapping edges slightly. Later dope Silkspan strips over the edges. The entire fuselage is covered with Silkspan, doped directly to the wood. Leave off the bottom sheeting beneath the nose until last; use the opening for access in mounting the fuel tank.
Build the stabilizer over a full-size plan. The trailing edge is formed of several balsa strips, cemented edge-to-edge. These strips are laid down, pinned at intervals and cemented one at a time. Note the rib construction of the stabilizer. The upper spar is added last, along with strips which build the thickness up to one-fourth inch. When dry, these top strips are rounded off to provide a lifting section. Sand all ribs and exposed surfaces to assure a first-rate covering job. Trailing edges are carefully tapered in section by carving and sanding. The stabilizer is covered and doped before the sheet balsa fin is cemented in position.
Wing construction, except for the trailing edge which is similar to that of the stabilizer, is of the straightforward kind. Select hard balsa for spars, leading edges and for the wing joiner. Cement all joints a second time before unpinning the wing halves from the work table. Take care in joining the wing panels to the center-section; each tip should be blocked up three inches for dihedral.
After sanding the completed wing frame, cover it with Silkspan, bottom surfaces first. Because of the compound curvature in the upper surfaces, it is best to cover two rib stations at a time with separate strips of paper. This avoids the wrinkles that otherwise might occur. Spray the wing with water and later apply a single generous coat of dope with a dash of castor oil added. The oil seems to help fill the pores and lends a certain amount of elasticity to the covering which otherwise is easy to tear because of its brittleness. The wing center-section, incidentally, is double-covered.
Wheels we used were solid rubber ones with aluminum hubs. Though a trifle heavy by contest model standards. they are ideal for this model; in fact their weight aids in getting proper balance. The wing hooks, with spurs to assure firm attachment, are thor-oughly cemented in place. Before add-ing color, give the fuselage one coat of clear dope. We chose not to paint the lifting surfaces of the original model, but this is optional with the builder; the small additional weight is no handicap.
Mount the engine upright or inverted as you prefer. Use wood screws and you do not have to worry about anchoring the nuts inside the fuselage. A simple cowl of bent sheet aluminum may be added if desired. One washer beneath the upper mounting lugs will give a shade of downthrust - a good idea for test flying. Fuel-proofer can be brushed over the fuselage and the center of the wing after all coloring and striping are complete.
Balance the model about one-third the chord from the leading edge. Later this point may be moved rearward...."
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The week in which Flight International went to press with its annual analysis of world airline accidents finished in style with a brilliantly handled big jet ditching from which everybody on board emerged alive if shaken.
If there had been casualties as a result of the US Airways' crew's attempt to force-land their stricken aircraft on water, no-one would have criticised them, because ditching - especially in big jets - is a high-risk exercise. But they performed above specification.
The primary theme to have emerged from our study is that, about three or four years ago, aviation safety stopped improving and there are only a few ways left to make it better: one of them is to invest more in training pilots. The crew that carried out that flawless ditching in the Hudson river are testimony to the fact that good training repays the investor handsomely.
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One of the reasons safety has stopped getting better is that a large part of world's commercial air transport industry is now so good at flying safely that it is difficult to improve.
Difficult, but not impossible, say safety analysts. They recommend the industry should go "beyond compliance" in every aspect of its operational and engineering quality management. They mean airlines should no longer aim merely to comply with aviation regulations, they should recognise regulations for what they have always been: the minimum standard for staying within the law. That is not the same thing as high standards.
The latest generation of aircraft is now so unlikely to provide their crews with safety-critical failures that, more than ever, the means for improving safety from good to exceptional is a matter of training people comprehensively and managing organisations well. An airline with a safety culture at the heart of its management ethos which also runs a good safety management system (SMS) will find that it not only has few safety mishaps, it also benefits from improved operational efficiencies and better employee morale. On the other hand, an airline that runs an SMS without a company safety ethos is rendering it ineffective. It is just doing the compliance thing: staying legal.
Going beyond compliance is what's expected now -and many do it. Meanwhile, as ever, there remains a rump of second- and third-tier airlines in certain parts of the world whose ethos is merely to stay legal. They are almost always the ones that have today's accidents.
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Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) successfully flight-tested Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet (SFDR) technology.
What is Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet (SFDR)?
- Developed by: Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO)
- Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet is a missile propulsion system.
- The system is based on the concept of the Ramjet Engine principle. It utilizes a solid fuelled air-breathing ramjet engine.
Significance of SFDR Technology:
- The successful demonstration of the technology will enable DRDO to develop long-range air to air missiles. So far such technology is available only with a handful of countries in the world.
- The technology can also achieve longer ranges as they do not require oxidizers as they take oxygen from the atmosphere.
What is Ramjet?
- A ramjet is a form of air-breathing jet engine that takes up oxygen from the atmosphere during flight. Thus, it doesn’t require an oxidizer as part of the solid motor.
- However, ramjet-powered vehicles require an assisted take-off like a rocket. It assists to accelerate it to a speed where it begins to produce thrust.
- Further, ramjets work efficiently at supersonic speeds around Mach 3 (three times the speed of sound) and can operate up to speeds of Mach 6. But the ramjet efficiency starts to drop when the vehicle reaches hypersonic speeds.
- The scramjet engine is an improvement over the ramjet engine. It efficiently operates at hypersonic speeds and allows supersonic combustion. Thus, it is known as Supersonic Combustion Ramjet or Scramjet.
Dual Mode Ramjet:
- A dual-mode ramjet (DMRJ) is a type of jet engine where a ramjet transforms into a scramjet over Mach 4-8 range. It means it can efficiently operate both in subsonic and supersonic combustor modes.
Source: The Hindu
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FREE PREVIEW: All About Space issue 63
Stargazing Live is back! Brian and Dara highlight the targets you really shouldn’t miss in issue 63 of All About Space, out now
The latest issue of All About Space is now available from My Favourite Magazines, Great Digital Mags as well as all good supermarkets and newsagents. Read on for a taster of what’s in store for you in issue 63.
Shedding light on phantom energy and the dark side of the universe
Understanding the undetectable cosmos could well lead to significant changes in some highly-cherished theories that govern space-time.
Is this the best spacesuit yet?
With the launch of its new capsule, Boeing is also launching a new spacesuit. All About Space finds out if its stylish design is a cut above the rest.
The Solar System’s ocean worlds
Pack your swimming trunks – our solar neighbourhood is much wetter than you think.
Brian & Dara reveal your ultimate stargazing guide
With Stargazing Live back on our screens, the hosts highlight the targets you can’t miss.
Keep up to date with the latest space news in All About Space – available every month for just £4.99. Alternatively you can subscribe here for a fraction of the price!
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© Crown copyright. IWM (RAF-T 2758)
A member of the Women's Royal Air Force at a plotting board at an RAF station, circa 1960.
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TAMIYA 60775 1/72 Warbird Collection No.75 Vought F4U-1A Corsair
Featuring an elegant inverted gull wing design and powered by a massive 2000hp engine, the rugged Corsair served on the front lines with distinction during both World War II and the Korean Conflict. Following the initial production F4U-1 variant, the F4U-1A made its debut in the summer of 1943. Taking lessons learned from the battlefield, improvements such as a bubble canopy and ability to carry heavy ordinance loads were incorporated to provide the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps with a formidable fighter.
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All White Boeing 767-300 with GE engines template
Two side profile illustrations of an all white Boeing 767-300 featuring General Electric engines with and without the landing gears over a blank white background.
Note: the PSD file contains two separate window and door configurations that were available on the 767-300 (3 main doors with 1 over wing emergency exit, and 2 main doors with 2 over wing emergency exits).
Get These Templates With Liveries!
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This week on the InterDrone Podcast we sat down with Skip Fredericks, Drone Cinematographer, and Instructor, and Founder of Hollywood Drones. We spoke about the FAA slowly moving toward the certification of drones through the Part 21 framework, states which are taking drone laws and UAS regulation into their own hands by passing legislation, and new AI technology allowing drones to fly into known areas, without a human pilot.
Subscribe to the weekly InterDrone newsletter and received commercial drone industry news delivered to your inbox: https://interdrone.com/newsletters/
InterDrone YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI9vrdvTKNOAtCyjHyYY7-A
Articles From The Recording:
- FAA Moving Slowly On Drone Certification – https://www.avweb.com/aviation-news/faa-moving-slowly-on-drone-certification/
- STATES TAKE DRONE LAWS INTO THEIR OWN HANDS WITH LOCAL LEGISLATION (SEPARATE FROM FEDERAL LAWS) – http://thedronegirl.com/2020/09/21/state-drone-laws/
- Autonomous Industrial Drones Now Fly Anywhere By Themselves, Even Underground – https://www.forbes.com/sites/johnkoetsier/2020/09/19/autonomous-industrial-drones-now-fly-anywhere-by-themselves-even-underground/#65ffb4226867
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For the first time in history, the internal structure of Mars as well as the characteristics of the planet’s core, mantle and crust were revealed. This achievement is due to the work of the InSight probe launched by the US space agency NASA in May 2018.
The instrument placed a seismometer (an instrument that detects ground motion) on the surface of the Red Planet to measure seismic activity – or “Martemotos”, as Martian seismometers were dubbed.
The waves produced by earthquakes vary in speed and size as they pass through different materials within a planet. Seismograph data on more than thirty aftershocks of Mars allowed the planet’s interior into focus.
The center of Mars, the geological layer at the center of the planet, is 3,660 kilometers in diameter, which is larger than previously thought. This suggests that the core, which is composed mostly of iron and nickel, is less dense than previously known, with lighter elements such as sulfur, oxygen, carbon and hydrogen representing an unexpectedly large proportion of the composition.
“The real significance of these discoveries is that, for the first time, we actually have measurements of the dimensions of the fundamental blocks of Mars,” said Bruce Bannert, a planetary geophysicist at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, the mission’s principal investigator. of insight.
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The smallest helicopter GEN H-4 helicopter, whose main rotor length reaches almost 4 meters, was created by the Japanese company Gen Corporation. The mass of the aircraft is 70 kg. The helicopter is equipped with four light engines. The creators of the car claim that the helicopter, which is delivered on request in disassembled form, can be assembled under the instructions themselves for 30-40 hours.
The cost of such an aircraft is $35000.Photogallery Total | 6 photos
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Aircraft manufacturing company, Airbus, says Africa needs about 970 new passenger aircraft between now and 2032 to be able to catchup with growth in the aviation sector on the continent.
The estimated cost is about US$126billion, according to the latest Airbus Global Market Forecast.
The aircraft needed includes 729 single aisle aircraft, such as the A320 Family, 213 twin aisles such as the A350 XWB and A330 Families, and 28 very large aircraft such as the A380, the report said.
Economic growth, growing middle classes, affordability, ease of travel, urbanisation, tourism, and migration are some of the key factors which contribute to attracting increasing connectivity between people and regions and how often they travel.
Airbus forecasts that Africa will achieve average annual passenger growth rates of 5.7 per cent within the 20 year-period.
This figure is well above the world average of 4.7 per cent and far outstrips more developed markets such as North America and Western Europe.
“International and domestic passenger traffic growth for South Africa is projected to grow at a rate of 5.4 per cent over the next 20 years,” said Mr Andrew Gordon, Director of Strategic Marketing and Analysis at Airbus.
“South Africa is helping drive the development of aviation on the African continent with a requirement of over 300 passenger aircraft to serve the South African market by 2032. Johannesburg will reinforce its position as one of the world’s aviation mega-cities, a focal point for traffic coming into the region and then connecting these passengers to the rest of Africa.”
With these positive developments in the region, the Airbus Global Market Forecast predicts that the African aircraft fleet (100 seats) is set to more than double from around 600 aircraft to almost 1,550 by 2032.
Airbus continues to be the preferred choice for new airlines in the region, with 13 airlines selecting Airbus aircraft for their operations since 2011.
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Louis Chenevert is the former chief executive officer of United Technologies Corporation (UTC). He accomplished a great deal while leading this company and has left a legacy that will be difficult for anyone else to top. He kept his focus on the long-term success of the company by investing in the people that work for the company as well as the technology that they use and create.
After graduating from college in Canada he joined General Motors as a production manager. He stayed with GM for 14 years before exiting in order to join Pratt & Whitney Canada as an executive. He was soon promoted to Pratt & Whitney where he was the president. Both of these companies are subsidiaries of UTC, to which he was promoted in March 2006. He was UTC’s president, chief operating officer, and director for two years at which time he was named the new chief executive officer.
While Louis Chenevert was leading Pratt & Whitney, he was responsible for a new engine design that changed the aerospace industry. It is a geared turbofan engine that not only saves airplanes precious amounts of fuel to operate, and halves emissions, but it also makes takeoffs and landing much quieter than the conventional engines that came before it. It was in large part his vision pushing this engine to a reality that landed him as the top executive at United Technologies Corporation.
Unlike his peers, Louis Chenevert wanted to keep manufacturing jobs in America instead of shipping them to places like China. While he was the CEO of UTC he had Pratt & Whitney build manufacturing plants in six states, for instance. He knew that by supporting the United States economy he would also benefit his own company in addition to American workers, including those who supply parts to UTC and its subsidiaries.
After Louis Chenevert closed a drawn-out deal to buy Goodrich, the biggest acquisition in the history of the aerospace industry, he put UTC in the position of being able to produce every single part of an airplane except the aeronautics. His efforts led to UTC being the leading supplier of airplane parts on the globe.
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February 1, 2004
Patrick J. Timmerman
I awoke that cold and blustery February morning anticipating my upcoming flight in an airplane in which I had just been checked out. Only a few months earlier I had earned my private pilot certificate in a Piper Warrior. Until this point, all of my flying had been done in that make and model of aircraft. I decided it would be fun to fly something else, so when a Cessna 172 became available at the flight school I jumped at the chance to get checked out in it.
This flight would be my second hop in the Cessna, so I was still getting familiar with the layout of the cockpit and the handling characteristics of the airplane. I made a quick phone call to the airport before leaving the house and found that the winds were blowing at a brisk 17 knots. With only 70 hours in my logbook, this should have been a red flag to me, since my crosswind landing skills at this point were only marginal. However, I had been looking forward to this flight for a couple of weeks, so I discounted the winds and headed for Marshfield Municipal Airport.
When I arrived at the airport I was a little surprised to see how much snow there was near the edges of the runway and taxiway. I guess I should not have been, though, since we had endured a winter with more than the average snowfall. In fact, just a few days earlier we had received several inches of fresh powder. As I stepped out of my car and walked toward the FBO I heard a little voice in my head trying to convince me that this was a day I should leave to more experienced pilots. However, I was determined to fly, so I pressed on with my plans.
Inside the FBO, I contacted flight service for a standard briefing. Everything sounded great except for the gusty winds and possible moderate turbulence. Again, that little voice kept saying to me that this was not the best day for me to be flying and that I should probably wait and go another day. Perhaps, I thought, I should check to see if an instructor was available for some crosswind landing practice. I walked to the front desk to inquire about the availability of an instructor. All of the flight school's pilots were busy. Just at that moment, the owner of the flight school walked by and I casually mentioned to him my concern about the winds. He, being a much more experienced pilot than I, said they were not bad and I should have no problem with them. Well, not bad to him and not bad to me were two different things. I should have realized that, but I was determined to launch and his encouragement was all it took for me to keep my plans on track.
Trying to ignore that persistent little voice in my head, I walked out the back of the FBO toward the Cessna for the preflight. The winds were definitely brisk, and throughout the preflight I had a sinking feeling I should call off the flight. Why didn't I just stop and head back to the FBO? I think part of the reason was that I didn't want to look like a wimp. After all, I was a certificated private pilot. Surely, I could handle it. Taxiing from the ramp to the runway I took a good look at how close the snow banks were to the edge of the runway and concluded that today was not a day when one could let the plane drift much off the centerline during landing.
The wings of the 172 dipped left and right as I went through the checklist during the runup. After completing the runup, I took one last look around the cockpit to try to familiarize myself again with the layout.
Everything was fine until the airplane leapt into the air. The second the wheels left terra firma I knew I should have stayed home that day. The air was so turbulent I nearly smacked my head on the ceiling, even though I had my lap belt and shoulder harness fastened. Once I was at a safe altitude, I tried to gather my wits and come up with a plan of action. I decided to climb to a higher altitude in search of calmer air so I could think through the situation and become a little more familiar with the airplane.
Unfortunately for me, I couldn't find smoother air. No matter where I flew, the turbulent air bumped and jostled the little 172 over and over again. In a mild panic, I turned the airplane toward the airport and tried to remember all the correct speeds.
I turned downwind and tried to fly as close to the pattern altitude as I could. Everything seemed to be happening so fast. When I was abeam the numbers I reached between the seats to lower the flaps. Then I remembered the flap switch was somewhere on the panel. I reached for the switch and just as I grabbed it the plane lurched up and the flaps went to 40 degrees. The nose shot up and I struggled to keep the plane under control. I immediately retracted them to 10 degrees; however, the turbulence made the task difficult. I had a roaring tailwind on base and if I had been planning ahead a little better I would have anticipated the turn to final a lot sooner than I did. By the time I rolled out, I was lined up perfectly for the grocery store parking lot instead of my intended landing spot, Runway 23. I should have immediately decided to go around and try the approach again.
I wanted to get back on the ground so bad I didn't do what I had been trained to do. So, instead, I struggled to get the airplane back on the extended centerline. By the time I had done that I was over the threshold, very fast and very high. Of course during all of the excitement, I had neglected to lower the flaps beyond 10 degrees. As I bounced in the air over the runway, I dumped the flaps and pushed the nose over. My crosswind correction was, well, not very correct, and the airplane drifted perilously close to the snowdrifts on the edge of the runway. I forced it on the ground well above the normal touchdown speed. Skipping and bumping, the airplane slowed until a gust of wind lifted the wings and I was back in the air once more. Again, the airplane drifted closer to the edge of the runway. Running through my head was a picture of the airplane striking the snow bank and flipping over.
I was able to gain control of the airplane after the second touchdown. I was really grateful all of this happened at the end of the runway that was blocked by hangars — I don't think anyone saw what happened. This experience early in my flying career taught me a valuable lesson about listening to your inner voice. If you are not comfortable with something before a flight, examine the reasons why. Most of the time there is justification for the uneasiness. Know your abilities and know when to say no.
Patrick J. Timmerman, AOPA 1168926, is a commercial pilot and flight instructor with almost 600 hours. He now instructs in the Chesapeake, Virginia, area.
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Jason Blair is an active single- and multiengine instructor and an FAA designated pilot examiner with more than 6,000 hours total time, 3,000 hours of instruction given, and 3,000 hours in aircraft as a DPE. As examiner, he has issued more than 2,000 pilot certificates. He has worked for and continues to work with multiple aviation associations focusing on pilot training and testing. His experience as a pilot and instructor spans nearly 20 years and includes more than 100 makes and models of aircraft flown. Jason Blair has published works in many aviation publications with a focus on training and safety.
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Richard L. Grant
Vice President and Space Station Freedom Program Manager, Boeing Aerospace & Electronics, Huntsville, Alabama
- BS, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering, 1961
Richard Grant combines engineering technical and managerial skills with an appreciation of long-range planning and responsiveness to national goals. During his 30 years with the Boeing Company, he has been an engineer and engineering manager of a range of disciplines. He directed analysis and mechanical and light testing of Minuteman missiles and underground systems; was vice president of Boeing Helicopters for the V-22 Osprey Program, an innovative program combining engineering aspects of fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters; and directed Boeing’s efforts in nuclear reactor safety and commercial programs, which included managing a program on gaseous centrifuge uranium enrichment to develop and manufacture an advanced gas centrifuge. He is currently vice president and program manager for the pressurized modules of Space Station Freedom. Throughout his career, he has been a leader in the national engineering community through the Atomic Industrial Forum, Governor’s Task Force on Job Skills Planning, and American Defense Preparedness Association and in the local community through industrial development boards, boards of various banks and hospitals, Chamber of Commerce, Rotary Club, Junior Achievement, and Scouting. He has provided briefings and testimony on technical issues to the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives. In 1987, he received the Distinguished Alumnus Award from the Department of Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering, UIUC.
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After a few moments of nervousness, NASA's OSIRIS-REx mission control confirmed the encounters between space surgeons with the Asteroids Bennu, also known as the "asteroid of death." As it is rich in carbon, this heavy body can contain chemical pioneers in the ocean of life and the planet, which is why research on its surface is very important.
"We came to the finish line," a Cerisian telecommunications engine announced through the NASA transmission under the control of the Lockheed Martin Space mission. This is an important step in OSIRIS-REx's mission. Its purpose is to study a nearby Earth object and move the sample hooks to the Earth in 2023.
Mark Fisher, chief engineer of the OSIRIS-REx mission at Lockeed Martin Space in Colorado, said that the maneuver with the "flight accuracy regime will continue for the next year and a half" will take place in Bennu to get a map and know all about what we can know and Osirix-Rex to determine and return the best place to find an asteroid sample ".
Over the next few months, the boat will take a length of about five kilometers across the north pole, the equator and south pole. The main scientific objectives of this bill are to calculate the mass of Bennu, improve the rotational pattern of the asteroid model and create a global resolution resolution of 75 centimeters.
The purpose of the mission is to compile a rigid skin sample come back with him to the Earth. However, before doing all this, the ships He will allocate almost two years mapping the environment.
By July 2020, the surface of the ship will be briefly touched Bennu At least 60 grams (equivalent to about 30 sugar packs) to collect soil and rocks.
The spacecraft encloses the sample into the capsule and travels to the Earth, This capsule is dropped in the Western desert of Utah in 2023They will be waiting for the scientists to choose.
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Washington, Apr 22 (PTI) Boeing is planning to fly two Super Hornet fighter jets to Goa this summer for operational demonstrations before its potential buyer the Indian Navy, according to a senior company executive.
Making a strong sales pitch for F/A-18 Super Hornet, vice president of Boeing’s India Business Development Alain Garcia said the aircraft has been specifically designed from its inception for carrier operations, can operate from the Indian Navy aircraft carriers and will meet or exceed the STOBAR performance requirements of the Indian Navy.
“This has been proven by our successful ski-jump tests conducted in 2020 and extensive simulation studies. Additionally, we will also prove that further with operational demonstrations in India in May and June,” Garcia told PTI in an interview.
As New Delhi plans to strengthen its defence capabilities, Boeing has been in talks with its defence customers in India about F/A-18 Super Hornet, P-8I, F-15EX, KC-46 tanker for aerial refuelling and ISR capabilities, he said.
“I really believe the F/A-18 Super Hornet Block III will be a transformative capability for the Indian Navy, the way the P-8I has been…and also the impact that it will have on the aerospace industry,” he argued.
The senior Boeing executive, who is headed to India for his new assignment in the next few weeks, argued that with the Super Hornet, the Indian Navy will get a proven, multi-role and carrier-compatible fighter while benefiting from the investments, upgrades and knowledge that comes from the US Navy’s extensive naval aviation ecosystem.
The US Navy operates more than 800 Super Hornets and EA-18 Growlers, the electronic attack version of the F/A-18. “With the latest Block III configuration, the Super Hornet is suited to protect India’s maritime interests, and we anticipate the Super Hornet and P-8I will open up opportunities for greater interoperability between the two navies for a secure Indo-Pacific,” he said.
According to Garcia, with a rapid technology insertion plan, the Super Hornet Block III will outpace threats for decades to come.
“The Block III Super Hornet comes with advanced networking and open architecture design that allow it to work jointly with the Indian Navy’s P-8I and other US-origin assets and rapidly accept new technology to stay ahead of emerging threats,” he said.
“And lastly, the Super Hornet has an affordable acquisition cost and also costs less per flight hour to operate than any other tactical aircraft in the US forces inventory, including single engine fighters. This is possible because the fighter is designed for ease of maintainability and offers impressive durability,” he argued.
On the P-8I, Garcia said there is clearly a need for long-range maritime surveillance and anti-submarine warfare (ASW) requirements in the Indian Ocean Region. The P-8Is have demonstrated an excellent record in supporting the Navy’s missions and have surpassed 35,000 flight hours since induction in 2013, he said.
“The P-8I programme has resulted in significant industrial benefits and jobs for companies in India that are now part of the Boeing supply chain which are manufacturing complex parts and components for BDS products, including the P-8,” he said.
“In addition to supporting the P-8I with sustainment and training, we are also planning a 60,000 sq. ft. Training Support and Data Handling Centre set up at INS Rajali, Arakkonam, with a secondary centre at Naval Institute of Aeronautical Technology (NIAT), Kochi. The secondary centre was recently handed over to the Indian Navy,” he added.
Maria Laine, vice president of Boeing’s International Business Development, said that India is one of Boeing’s enduring partners where “we have made strategic investments and will continue to do so in the future”. The company has 3,500 employees in India and more than 7,000 people working with its supply chain partners.
“We are proud to support the many missions of the Indian armed forces that operate multiple Boeing aircraft…,” she said.
“We’ve made the latest investment outside of India in Boeing’s India Engineering and Technology Center at USD 200 million and have a wholly-owned engineering and technology campus with future avionics manufacturing and assembly capability that is coming up in Bengaluru,” Laine told PTI.
“In support of Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India, Boeing sources over USD 1 billion from India and Boeing’s Indian supply chain partners are exporting products made in India for the global aerospace market,” he said in response to a question.
“Over 275 Indian suppliers deliver components, parts and complex assemblies for Boeing’s commercial and defence aircraft, including the F/A-18, F-15, P-8, Apache, Chinook, C-17 and T-7,” she said.
Tata Boeing Aerospace Limited (TBAL), the joint venture between Boeing and Tata Advanced Systems, has been producing aero-structures for Boeing’s AH-64 Apache helicopter and recently delivered its 140th AH-64 Apache fuselage from its 14,000 square metres state-of-the-art facility in Hyderabad.
TBAL is also manufacturing 737 Vertical Fin structures, a complex structural part, on a new production line will utilize cutting-edge robotics and automation, said the Boeing official.
“On the defence side, we are delivering services that ensure high availability of our customers’ fleets at competitive costs. We work with the Indian Air Force and the Indian Navy to provide operational capability and readiness for Boeing aircraft,” Laine said.
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AeroEdge Co., Ltd. (Ashikaga City, Tochigi, President and CEO: Jun Morinishi) announced today it has concluded in September 2019, a contract with National Institute for Materials Science (*)(Tsukuba City, Ibaraki, President: Kazuhito Hashimoto, referred as NIMS) to research and develop sophisticated titanium aluminum (TiAl) alloys for jet engines.
TiAl alloy is an expected lightweight material for the industries including aerospace, automotive and energy. It has already been applied to turbine blades in civil jet engines and this trend is expected to continue. AeroEdge invests its resources in the project to develop the low cost and high performance TiAl alloy with NIMS to respond to the market demand.
AeroEdge was founded in 2016 in in Ashikaga, Tochigi Prefecture, to focus on mass production of aircraft engine parts in accordance with the long-term agreement with a French aerospace giant, Safran Aircraft Engines, which manufactures the next generation aircraft engine, ”LEAP.”
We’re striving to respond to any need of manufacturing solution and any change of business environment in order to keep our technical and competitive edges.
AeroEdge is trying to maximize autonomy and creativity working with enthusiasm toward innovative achievements that have never been done before. Our mission statement “Create one from zero” is the basics to create new value in the world and contribute to happiness of the people.
*National Institute for Materials Science(NIMS)
AeroEdge Co., Ltd. Administration Div.
Phone:+81 284 22 3125
- AeroEdge appeared in the NIKKEI Asia (Date:2020/10/23)
- Face shields made by AeroEdge donated to the city of Ashikaga.
- AeroEdge to Raise New Capital -Reinforcing partnership with DMG MORI-
- AeroEdge appeared in the Nihon Butsuryu Shinbun (Date: 2020/3/10)
- AeroEdge appeared in the Nikkan Kogyo Shimbun (Date: 2020/2/21)
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A look at the life of the astronaut, Neil Armstrong, and the legendary space mission that led him to become the first man to walk on the Moon on July 20, 1969.
- Genre: History, Drama
- Studio: DreamWorks Pictures, Universal Pictures, Amblin Entertainment, Temple Hill Entertainment, Phantasma Films
- Keyword: moon, based on novel or book, nasa, obsession, sacrifice, space travel, space mission, wife, biography, engineer, moon landing, based on true story, space, cancer, astronaut, historical event, death of daughter, compromise, test pilot, 1960s, apollo program
- Cast: Ryan Gosling, Claire Foy, Jason Clarke, Kyle Chandler, Corey Stoll, Patrick Fugit
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2020 was undoubtedly an unusual year, throwing its own set of twists and turns. Amid a pandemic, civil rights movements, and a presidential election, humanity still managed to explore the world we live in – or rather, what lies beyond. Despite the raging pandemic, the aerospace community managed to further space exploration, and establish our knowledge of the vast universe we live in.
Perhaps the most famous of these expeditions was that of SpaceX, in which they launched their Dragon spacecraft atop a Falcon 9 rocket. This milestone proved to be a light for the country when we were a mere 3 months into the pandemic.
Under the leadership of Elon Musk, the spacecraft took flight from the Kennedy Space Center back in May of 2020. NASA astronauts Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley were the two men selected to partake on this historical journey. While the pandemic prevented accumulation of spectators, millions of Americans watched it live on television. However, in adherence to safety measures, both astronauts were required to quarantine prior to the launch. Eventually, the launch was delayed by a week due to harsh winds.
Amid this expedition, the company managed to acquire the title of first private company to send humans to the International Space Station (ISS). This day also marked the first time the USA sent humans into orbit since 2011. Once they reached the ISS, the Dragon crew met up with members of the Expedition 63 crew. On August 2, the capsule splashed down into the Gulf of Mexico, marking a successful end to the mission.
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has also continued to develop plans for their Artemis programme, intended to send more men, as well as the first women, to the moon by 2024. Given that astronauts are stereotypically men, sending a woman to the moon would be a step towards defying society’s gender stereotypes.
The Artemis 1 spacecraft is a pivotal step on the journey to the moon, aiming to travel 280,00 miles from Earth uncrewed. Although the initial launch was supposed to occur in the later half of 2020, it was pushed out to November 2021. Crewed missions will follow, eventually building up to the moon mission.
Amid the Artemis programme, NASA hopes to launch a satellite into the moon’s orbit, and establish a permanent, habitable base on the lunar south pole. Both could be used to aid astronauts on future missions. The Artemis programme will be a stepping stone towards NASA’s long awaited Mars mission, as it will allow them to test new technologies that may be beneficial for this prestigious goal.
The universe has always been one of humanity’s greatest wonders, and seeking to discover what lies beyond the bounds of our planet has intrigued and motivated many over the years. Obviously, the pandemic slowed progress. Yet the industry persevered, and ignited a small flame of hope amid our darkest years.
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Watch How to Hijack an Airplane in Just Two Seconds
According to the Huffington Post:
The video at the end of this post shows one passenger attacking the flight attendant manning the beverage cart, while another passenger rushes the cockpit and shut the door behind him. Infiltrating the cockpit takes less than two seconds.
Under current protocol, flight attendants on many planes are stationed behind a beverage cart blocking the pathway to the cockpit whenever the cockpit door is open. Safety advocates want the government to mandate that airlines install a secondary barrier to prevent the cockpit from being vulnerable when the door is open, as United Airlines did voluntarily until recently, when it began removing the barriers from newer planes.
Ellen Saracini, the widow of Victor Saracini who piloted United Airlines Flight 175 on 9/11, has been one a chief advocate for the second barrier. The video has been making the halls of Congress to show lawmakers just how easy it would be for terrorists to hijack a plane. Saracini said the video was shot on a real airplane and the unidentified participants in it are real airplane employees.
Sarachi explained to the Huffington Post, "that while the Sept. 11 attackers needed five people to take over an aircraft -- two to get into the cockpit, the others to protect the cockpit from being breached -- terrorists wouldn't need anyone to protect the cockpit today because the doors are reinforced."
[H/T The Economist]
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JIUQUAN SATELLITE LAUNCH CENTER (China), October 17. /TASS/. China has launched the Shenzhou-11 spacecraft with two astronauts on board, the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center’s command center reported.
The spacecraft has entered the calculated orbit. Its communications systems are functioning in a normal mode, the center said.
The Long March-2F carrier rocket blasted off at 07:30 a.m. local time from a launch site at the Jiuquan SLC in China’s northwest.
The key aim of the flight is to hold a number of scientific and applied experiments in space.
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‘ISRO should release all videos pertaining to Chandrayaan-2’
Chennai, Nov 21 (IANS) The Indian space agency should release all the videos related to the Chandrayaan-2 mission, including that of the moon lander 1,471 kg Vikram separating from the Orbiter, said an official.
Given the complete silence over the nearly 1,500 kg lander's whereabouts, the ISRO official raised pertinent question: where is Vikram on the moon? when an airplane crashlands it leaves a trail — where is the Vikram trail?
He said the images recorded by the onboard camera should be released while wondering the fate of Vikram that crashlanded on the moon's surface on September 7, as there seems to be complete absence of its trail.
The central government on Wednesday said Vikram had hard landed on the moon.
The Indian space agency had said a national level committee comprising of academicians and ISRO experts are analyzing the cause of communication loss with lander.
The ISRO has been saying for a long time that communication link with Vikram was lost while keeping silent on the lander's fate.
In an answer to a question in Lok Sabha on Wednesday, the government said Vikram had hard landed within 500 metre of the designated landing site on the lunar surface.
In a written reply to a question in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday the Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Development of North-Eastern Region (DoNER), MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Jitendra Singh said: “The Lander aVikram' was separated, as planned, from the Orbiter on 2nd September 2019. After two successful de-orbiting maneuvers, powered descent of the Lander was initiated on 7th September 2019 to achieve soft landing on the moon surface.”
“The first phase of descent was performed nominally from an altitude of 30 km to 7.4 km above the moon surface. The velocity was reduced from 1683 m/s (metres per second) to 146 m/s.
“During the second phase of descent, the reduction in velocity was more than the designed value. Due to this deviation, the initial conditions at the start of the fine braking phase were beyond the designed parameters. As a result, Vikram hard landed within 500 m of the designated landing site,” Singh said.
“But where is Vikram on the moon? An object weighing 1,471 kg and travelling at a speed of 146 m/s or about 530 km per hour would leave a devastating trail when it hits a surface and its parts strewn all over,” the official preferring anonymity told IANS.
According to him, there would have been a huge disturbance on the dusty moon surface.
“An airplane when crash lands would travel several metres on its own due to its momentum. Similarly, Vikram too must have moved on its own when it crash landed on the moon,” the official said.
He said the US space agency's lunar orbiter too, was not able to locate Vikram or its landing site.
Meanwhile, it is not known whether the expert committee comprising of academicians and ISRO experts that has been set up to analyse the cause of communication loss with lander has submitted its report or not.
The composition of the committee is not public.
The approved cost of Chandrayaan-2 project is Rs 603 crore (excluding launch cost). The Chandrayaan-2 was launched on-board the Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle-Mark III (GSLV MK III M1). The cost of GSLV MK III M1 vehicle is Rs. 367 crore.
The Chandrayaan-2 spacecraft comprised three segments — the Orbiter (weighing 2,379 kg, eight payloads), Vikram (1,471 kg, four payloads) and Pragyan (27 kg, two payloads).
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New Mexico boy, 9, preps for solo balloon flight
NM boy, 9, preps for solo flight in balloon
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Bobby Bradley is ready. He has been training for about five years and learned from some of the most experienced and decorated pilots in the sport of ballooning.
But he’ll be making his own mark on the sport when he lifts off from a desolate patch of New Mexico desert in about seven weeks: At 9 years old, Bobby will become the youngest trained pilot to fly solo in an ultra-light hot air balloon.
“I’ve been flying since I was 4, so I’ve had a lot of time to train and I’ve always wanted to solo,” Bobby said in an Associated Press interview.
For some, the feat may conjure up the dramatic televised images from 2009, when a runaway silver balloon flew uncontrollably over Colorado amid fears that a little boy was inside. That boy was actually hiding in the family’s garage; his parents were later accused of staging a hoax.
Bobby is the real deal. He’s the son of well-known balloonists Troy and Tami Bradley of Albuquerque.
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After many delays around the issue of flight security and countless question marks, it finally happened this morning (Sunday). The first-ever commercial flight of an Israeli airline from Ben Gurion Aiport to Sharm el-Sheikh took off at 10:15 – Sun D’Or flight 5193.
To mark the historic takeoff, a ceremony was held this morning in the presence of the incoming CEO of El Al, Dina Ben-Tal Ganensia, and Gal Gershon, CEO of Sun D’Or, part of the El Al Group. After the ceremonial ribbon cutting, the first passengers were greeted on this festive occasion.
Gershon, CEO of Sun D’Or: “I welcome the opening of the new route and the operation of direct flights to Sharm el-Sheikh. This is big news, as Sharm is one of the most sought-after holiday destinations for this coming summer – one that combines a sun-and-tan family vacation with extreme sports, scuba diving, and other water sports, all at affordable prices and only an hour’s flight away from Tel Aviv.
“This is the first of several attractive and surprising holiday destinations to be marketed for the upcoming summer season. In addition to flights, we will soon also launch other tourism products and holiday packages from Sun D’Or that will be marketed on the EL AL website and with travel agents.”
Later today, at 14:00, the first Arkia flight will also take off for Sharm, and Israir will join this exodus back into Egypt at 17:15. All flights are full.
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If you are in a college, school, office, exam hall, and hospital, etc. Where you can build a bluetooth and wifi jammer to prevent the noise and any disturbance due to phone, wifi and bluetooth.This gsm jammer is so tiny you can fit into pocket and carry it anywhere. It can be powered through your power bank or 3.7v LiPo battery. You can select which WiFi network you want to jam and attack on it. But be sure this is just for educational purposes; do not use this for the wrong purposes.
The weaponization of space includes placing weapons in outer space or on heavenly bodies as well as creating weapons that will transit outer space or simply travel from Earth to attack or destroy targets in space. Examples include the placing of orbital or suborbital satellites with the intention of attacking enemy satellites, using ground-based direct ascent missiles to attack space assets, jamming signals sent from enemy satellites, using lasers to incapacitate enemy satellites, plasma attacks, orbital ballistic missiles, and satellite attacks on Earth targets. These can be further classified into direct-energy and kinetic-energy weapons.
One way to stop these disrupting ringing is to install a device in such places which will inhibit the use of mobiles, i.e., make them obsolete. Such a device is known as cell phone jammer or “gps jammer“, which is basically some kind of electronic countermeasure device.
The above-mentioned health risks prove that cell phone radiations are injurious to health. Therefore, use cellphone jammers to minimize the bad effects of a cellphone. Usually, children are in the developing stage of their lives. Therefore, exposing to a cellphone in the initial stage can greatly affect their mental as well as physical health. Hence, it is advised to use mobile network jammer. These jammers will protect children from harmful rays and help them to grow in a healthy way.
Weapons capable of jamming or destroying U.S. military and commercial satellites will reach initial operational capability in the next few years, according to a new intelligence report. ABMS seeks to harvest the latest ISR-oriented technologies from current and emerging systems as a way to take a very large step forward – and connect satellites, drones, ground sensors and manned surveillance aircraft seamlessly in real time across a fast-changing, dispersed combat area of operations. ABMS is described by Air Force officials as more of a “system” than platform-specific application. This technical approach is of great significance amid anticipated future threat scenarios wherein electronic attacks, cyber intrusions and GPS “jamming” weapons are both emerging and proliferating.
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Company Overview of Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc.
Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. provides technical and operational solutions to Department of Defense, Department of Energy, Department of Homeland Security, and non-profit and commercial customers in the United States and internationally. The company manufactures and supports hardware products, such as ground support equipment, including compact aircraft support carts/servicing carts; hyperbaric chambers/diver life support systems; electronic racks, including computer rack assemblies and ILARTS junction box assemblies; rugged flat panel displays for noise, shock, vibration, EMI/EMC, and interface power needs; and industrial electrical/shipboard products, such as adjustable speed drives, ele...
9242 Lightwave Avenue
San Diego, CA 92123
Founded in 1998
Key Executives for Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc.
Founder, Chief Executive Officer and President
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Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. Key Developments
Epsilon Systems Solutions Inc. Wins $29 Million Federal Contract
Jun 18 15
Epsilon Systems Solutions Inc., Portsmouth, Virginia, was awarded a share of an indefinite-delivery federal contract set aside for small business valued at up to $29 million by the U.S. Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division, Lakehurst, New Jersey, for installation and alteration services for common aviation support equipment and aircraft launch and recovery equipment on board air capable ships and shore sites. The place of performance will be in Santa Rita, Guam; Atsugi, Japan; Beaufort, South Carolina; Manama, Bahrain; Point Mugu, California; China Lake, California; Fallon, Nevada; Sigonella, Italy; Meridian, Mississippi; New Orleans, Louisiana; Whiting Field, Florida; Panama City, Florida; Yuma, Arizona; North Island, California; Jacksonville, Florida; and Mayport, Florida.
Epsilon Systems Solutions Inc. Wins $1.31 Million Federal Contract
May 5 15
Naval Sea Systems Command (Department of the Navy), South West Regional Maintenance Center, has awarded a $1.31 million federal contract to Epsilon Systems Solutions Inc. on April 16 for 'Amphibious Construction Batallion (ACB-1) Crafts; Continuous Maintenance Availability'.
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Well, you and I probably can't buy this product, but it demonstrates how critical "rogue" drones are becoming, and the steps required to stop them from doing evil.
Dedrone—which already has its anti-drone systems placed with military forces worldwide—announced the DedroneDefender, a handheld drone-defense device developed to assist civilian, state, and local law enforcement in urban cities. Utilizing narrow-band “comb” jamming to ensure as little interference with other devices as possible, the DedroneDefender severs the connection between the drone and its pilot.
Although the loss of connection typically affects drones differently—for example, some will simply land, while others may attempt to navigate back to their launch points—Dedrone claims that once the DedroneDefender severs communication between pilot and drone, it deploys a safety mode designed to minimize risk to the drone and others.
“DroneDefender is a valuable resource for extreme hostile environments, as proven by our federal and military customers,” said Aaditya Devarakonda, Dedrone CEO. “DedroneDefender extends that security to law enforcement, and is a vital tool in a layered-defense approach. It is easy to implement and use for drone mitigation—especially when combined with the threat prioritization provided by DedroneTracker. Our solution library is continuously updated to ensure we are able to mitigate even the newest manufactured and DIY drones.”
At 22-inches long and weighing just 7.5 lbs, the DedroneDefender offers portable and easy-to-use protection against malicious drones. But forget about neutralizing your annoying neighbor's "peekaboo" drone. At present, U.S. law prohibits the disabling of aircraft, and drones fall under that provision as much as a Southwest Airlines jet. Even local police can't knock a drone out of the sky. Unless you're Homeland Security or the Department of Defense responding to an alleged terrorist threat—and even those agencies need authorization to act—you can't mess with a drone.
And even if you could, the price of the DedroneDefender is a bit more expensive than the typical drone deal at Target or BestBuy. You'd be dropping tens of thousands of dollars on the defensive device. But the existence of the DedroneDefender—and other systems like it—does speak to a potential future where such protections are vital, viable, and needed.
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People Near Here; 206; Airman Kathy Hoffman: Boomer and the Crew Dogs
Why come along and meet a woman whose Air Force career has taken her sky high where she makes the refueling of military aircraft look like a ballet in the stratosphere. Next on PEOPLE near here. Hello
and welcome to another edition of people near here. Today we're at the entrance to the former Plattsburgh Air Force Base in the far northern Adirondacks of New York State. For the entire Cold War from Sputnik the glass knows this airbase was home to the men women and machines which defended the security of the free world. One of the missions assigned here since 1956 was the three hundred and eighty Air Refueling Wing. Their job to fly strato tankers anywhere they were needed then execute the delicate
operation of offloading Kunz of fuel to other military aircraft. The 111 here. Now not long ago videographer Paul Frederick and I got to tag along on several missions with one particular strato tanker crew and we became fascinated with the airman Cathy Hofmann whose job it was to fly the boom and execute the tricky transfer of jet fuel from her aircraft to another. So come along as we do some high flying with one of the most interesting and unending occupations in the United States Air Force with airman Kathy Hoffman and her crew known in military parlance as Boomer and the crew dogs. The dawn of the nuclear age
signaled the end of the hot war and the beginning of the Cold War. What military strategists had believed for centuries now became the key to keeping the peace. The ability to get into a position quickly meant everything in the prevention or outcome of any future hostilities jet aircraft quickly became the backbone of this strategy. But keeping him in the air and on target would present a daunting challenge having to find a friendly air base land and refuel before continuing the mission. Could eat up precious time and resources so the United States Air Force and Boeing aircraft developed a delivery system that was in fact a flying gas station in one thousand fifty seven. When civilian America was still getting its very first taste of jet travel aboard the Boeing 707 commercial aircraft the first KC 135 strato tanker equipped with a flying boom for fuel transfer was delivered to the Air Force. By
1965 seven hundred thirty two tankers had been built and delivered today about six hundred thirty of them are still in service for over 30 years spanning the turbulent world politic from Sputnik the Glasnost the KC 135 has been airborne passing the gas and countless missions around the world. Arguably the world might be a much different possibly even more dangerous place without the strato tanker and their crews. Isn't it strange then that most people don't even know they exist
in the tour who was growing up. I had a friend and him tell me stories. Thanks I just remembered tears coming. These these these men and women are just so courageous. Pride for them. This is something that I want to thank me. One of the towns the
one Kathy Hoffman is the youngest and the only enlisted personnel on our tanker crew. Born in Kansas City that raised both there and in northern California. She enlisted in the Air Force in 1989 after a semester at junior college. Kathy is single and lives on base and one of the coed dorms Senior Airman Kathy Hoffman is the boom operator for banner on board the KC 135. While the rest of our flying crew and all other strato tanker cockpit crews are officers the bombers are traditionally enlisted personnel before one is Plattsburgh via the possibly departure that is filed by only having maintain one there with 1000 expected by level 2 6 0 1 0 minutes after the pilot. We're
taking up at 7 on 2 landing at 10:40 dropping dropping off our passengers and then scheduled to go back up in the pattern at 11:10 landing at 12:40 local. If we do have a crash landing mainly after takeoff. All faces flaps have to gear down once a lot of tiles cut off after touchdown and not the flaps down to 15 increments past 30 degrees or commit ourselves to land. I'll go ahead and be looking around for a suitable landing site. If we're out over the lake of course we'll leave the care up and then I'll cut off the throttles after a touchdown when you press your plans best possible you know the alarm bell I'll go and give a break. Brace for impact call the cops session prior to us crash landing and lock your Highness's down and prepare yourself. The briefing continues with each crew member contributing specific information about the next day's mission which in this case will be the midair refueling of an Air Force KC 10. The KC 10 you might say is the military version
of a jumbo jet. Before the crew departs the briefing each one of them knows exactly what will be required of them as individuals and as a team during the coming mission. All questions are asked and all are answered in absolute detail. You're not going to get the mission accomplished. It's the little thing relies on a certain certain person on the crew of the plane. You can't get the Mission Accomplished of the pilot and the ground. You can't get the mission accomplished if the map can't find out where you're supposed to be and where the receiver relies on Muda to actually complete the mission given them their offload so each person needs to do their job and each person is relying on the other person do their jobs to work so subtle it. Thank
you for human or day. So
the old the old thing with one thing. You
look at the statistics. I wonder when that many accidents in comparison to what would be believed in the fact that we are just a huge gas station up in the air. It's it's real safe place safe. If any person at any time was what's going on they have their billing limit. I believe that a problem can arise from having officers on one of the first part of the course that I have been with respect to my knowledge of my job and I don't think that they only think of me as most of the crew but I tend to be a lot more forceful with my opinions and making sure that I don't go unheard. And my crew but I have now
one micro in the past have called me the sheriff because I have a tendency. Very assertive and strong and I think that's part of being a woman that I need to show them but I don't. One son station airman Hoffman leaves the other crew members in the cockpit and watch to work with the other crew member certainly setting up the stage. Their exact position and once they're with him it is my job to bring them and have visual contact with my crew members in the front. After I get him in within 50 feet of our visual lighting to come in at once they're within
10 feet I'm actually make a contact with their plane and my crew members start getting killed. Oh and FYI a huge. A hit. Thank
ye the day Alex was the AG. Thank you. With rendezvous and fuel transfer complete the crew turns the strato tanker toward
home in an hour. They are on final approach and have been cleared to land on a calm day landings at Plattsburg can be almost routine. In fact the runway one of the longest and widest in the country has been considered as an alternate landing site for at least one space shuttle mission. Maintenance of the strato tankers is serious business. It is also a point of considerable pride in the huge hangars at Plattsburg the aircraft receive the kind of attention that has kept them flying for the past three decades. Every rivet bolt capacitor boom wheel and toggle switch is inspected for wear and tear. Then repaired or replaced
the skin of each aircraft is meticulously studied for even the slightest damage and then amended if necessary the engines are removed and in some cases completely rebuilt to manufacture and Air Force specifications. See even the JP for the fuel which keeps the strata thank yous and their receivers going is constantly monitored and tested under the most rigorous of guidelines. It has been this way for over 30 years and according to the Air Force will continue to be so for the next 30 years as well. The thing that impresses me but you would think of as I ever heard of until 2030. I think
songs are evidence of the strato tankers durability is proven by their crews every day. Take the war in the Gulf for example. While the media concentrated on the more dramatic results of the air and ground war the tankers were there quietly doing their job and so was airman huff. I was 5 months for desert. Starting my for over 25 combat support missions I hope fighters are born after the war started. The stress was outrageous. Fly late at night sorra early in the morning early that same next line to be bombed by scribes for constantly hour with their alarms going off and
it was really hard to get any kind of sleep so that made the stress a lot harder to take. I believe that my role is still as important today as it was during the Cold War. During the war itself and the fact that the military always prepared for anything although what we do right now is training missions and that something needs to be done so that we are always ready to go. Wow. As we performed this
flight like all others in this program is a practiced mission. Today it will be F-16 over the mountains of New Hampshire. But the next mission could be for real and take our crew and their KC 135 anywhere. And there may be curious listeners who hear the tanker rumbling overhead far above the clouds. And if the listeners are curious enough then someday they might fly this very same airplane as Boomer and the crew with. The eve
of a threat to our democratic way of life. I believe that there's not a threat any longer. I want a former life threats that are Weiner and his time for him. I'm filled with pride. To me it's it's freedom. But.
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Hobbytech Toys Online Shop, Perth’s #1 Hobby Shop. Your one stop shop for Die Cast Models, Gundam Models. Plastic Models. Model Paints, Building Tools . Aerobatic maneuvers are flight paths putting aircraft in unusual attitudes, in air shows, dogfights Most aerobatic figures are composites of these basic maneuvers with rolls superimposed. A loop is when the pilot pulls the plane up into the. Air Age Publishing Helicopter Aerobatic Basics Book – A Flight Guide for RC Pilots. It’s not easy to fly a helicopter so this is the perfect tool to not only get you in.
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Half roll from erect to inverted followed by positive pitch to give a half loop.
Helicopter Aerobatic Basics Multi Colored
The aerobatkc is performed when the aeroplane decelerates through 20 – 30kts more or less, depending on the aeroplane flown of airspeed. This imbalance in lift causes the high speed roll.
The aircraft falls backwards, tail first, until the nose drops through the horizon to a vertical down position. Erect spin; Inverted spin; Flat spin.
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He then uses the rudder to rotate the aircraft around its yaw axis until it has turned deg and is pointing straight down, facing the direction he came from. Half basids outside loop starting from upright, straight and erect level flight. Reading the diagrams, a figure begins at the small solid circle and ends at the short vertical line.
The small arrow indicates a rolling maneuver. The pilot will be inverted upside down at the top of the loop. Rotation is induced by a rapid pitch input followed by rapid yaw input, thus stalling one wing further than the other. The aircraft gains speed, and he continues back exactly the way he came.
Nearly all aircraft are capable of performing aerobatics maneuvers of some kind, although it may not be legal or safe to do so in certain aircraft. Loop can be above or below the straight and level entry altitude, from erect or inverted attitude.
This figure is sometimes called a stall turn which is a misnomer because the aircraft never actually stalls. The pilot pushes the stick forward and draws a half circle in the sky from the top down.
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There should be no pause between the end of the looping section and the start of the roll to erect flight. Snap Roll ; Flick roll ; Flick. A Hammerhead also known as a stall turn is performed by pulling the aircraft up until it’s pointing straight up much like the beginning of a loopbut he continues to fly straight up until his airspeed has dropped to a certain critical point.
A loop can also be performed by going inverted and making the same maneuver but diving towards the ground. Aerobatics can be performed by a single aircraft or in formation with several others. A loop is when the pilot pulls the plane up into the vertical, continues around until he is heading back in the same direction, like making a degree turn, except it is in the vertical plane instead of the horizontal. Converts altitude to airspeed, and reverses direction.
Two components must exist to spin an aircraft: Most aerobatic figures are composites of these basic maneuvers with rolls superimposed. Low, positive g maneuver can be performed in all aircraft. September Learn how and when to remove this template message. Fly the aircraft so that the fuselage is perpendicular to the ground along the helifopter Zero lift axis.
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New Delhi, October 8
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to redefine itself and is undergoing a transformational change that will continue to scale up combat capability, says Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria, while addressing the Air Force Day parade at Hindon.
“The emerging security scenario mandates a greater need to have a strong Air Force to fight across domains. Our vision for this decade is to continue to comprehensively scale up our combat capability and be a force to reckon with across the entire sphere of influence,” the IAF Chief said.
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Robinson delivered R66 Turbine serial number 1000 to Robinson dealer Les Gillespie of Gardner Aviation (Peachtree City, GA).
FAA-certified in October 2010, the first production R66 was delivered the following month. Since then, the R66 has proven itself on a daily basis. Powered by the Rolls Royce RR300 turbine engine, the R66 recently surpassed 1.2 million flight hours without a single reported in-flight engine failure. This accomplishment demonstrates a level of reliability that exceeds EASA’s stringent requirements for single-engine helicopters. The R66 has also risen to the challenges of flying to the North Pole and circumnavigating the globe multiple times.
“Delivering serial number 1000 demonstrates the R66 is the top performer and leader in its class,” said Robinson president, Kurt Robinson.
Today’s R66 is offered with many options including a cargo hook, lithium-ion battery, fuel flow system, auxiliary fuel tanks, impact resistance windshields, state-of-the-art touchscreen avionics, and a SAS/autopilot. The aircraft is also available in police, news, and float configurations.
When asked about the R66, dealer Les Gillespie said, “Because the R66 can be configured to meet the needs of any pilot or helicopter flight department, it quickly became our number-one selling helicopter.” The aircraft’s new owner, Donovan Valentine of Monarch Helicopters (Nashville, Tennessee) previously owned an R44 and decided to upgrade to an R66 to better serve his tour company.
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STRAPOLETE Campaign (2009)
STRAPOLETE (an acronym derived from the three french words for Stratosphere, Polar and Summer) was a stratospheric balloon launch campaign carried out between August and September 2009 from Esrange launch base, near Kiruna, Sweden. It was funded by French agencies ANR, CNES and IPEV, as a contribution to the International Polar Year.
The objective of the campaign was to perform measurements of the main characteristics of the summertime arctic stratosphere which remained largely unexplored as the vast majority of the balloon launch campaigns in the past were focused on the study of the polar vortex associated with the winter ozone loss processes.
The campaign was under management of the balloon group of the French Space Agency (CNES) and counted with the participation of several european research institutions.
The instruments deployed during the campaign included UV-visible and infrared instruments, remote and in situ sensing embarked spectrometers which provided detailed information on vertical distributions of more than fifteen chemical tracers and reactive species from the upper troposphere to the middle stratosphere. Also a number of in situ optical aerosol counters, a UV-visible remote spectrometer for the aerosol extinction and a photopolarimeter provided information on the nature and size distribution of the stratospheric aerosols.
A total of eight flights were performed using balloons that ranged from 35 000 m3 to 400 000 m3 of volume transporting scientific payloads from 90 kg to 500 kg. Also during the campaign CNES performed two technological flights to test new balloon systems.
List of the balloons launched during the STRAPOLETE campaign
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|ESRANGE||8/2/2009||4 h||ELHYSA + STAC||20 km SW of Kiruna, Sweden|
|ESRANGE||8/7/2009||5 h||SPIRALE (Spectroscopie Infra-Rouge par Absorption de Laser Embarqué) + STAC||In the Sjaunja Nature Reserve, 40 km SW of Kiruna, Sweden|
|ESRANGE||8/14/2009||~ 8 h||LPMA-IASI/SWIR (Limb Profile Monitor of the Atmosphere) + STAC||Near the north border of ESRANGE, Sweden|
|ESRANGE||8/18/2009||7 h||µRADIBAL (RADIomètre BALlon)||A few miles E of Sonkamuotka, Finland|
|ESRANGE||8/24/2009||5 h||SPIRALE (Spectroscopie Infra-Rouge par Absorption de Laser Embarqué) + STAC||27 km SSE from Kiruna, Sweden|
|ESRANGE||8/25/2009||7 h 30 m||SALOMON-N2 (Spectroscopie d'Absorption Lunaire pour l'Observation des Minoritaires Ozone et NOx - Nacelle 2)||Near Nedre Soppero, 57 km NE from Kiruna, Sweden|
|ESRANGE||8/26/2009||4 h||ELHYSA + STAC||8 km N of Knoksu, Sweden|
|ESRANGE||9/6/2009||---||TECHNOLOGICAL FLIGHT||Near Nedre Soppero, 57 km NE from Kiruna, Sweden|
|ESRANGE||9/7/2009||16 h||LPMA (Limb Profile Monitor of the Atmosphere) + DOAS + STAC||10 km al Norwest of Seitajarvi, Finland|
|ESRANGE||9/12/2009||---||TECHNOLOGICAL FLIGHT||120 km ESE from Kiruna, Sweden|
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Jul 28, 2019
Dr Shane, Dr Ailie and Dr Ray bring you the week’s hottest science, including a review of the Apollo 11 movie, climate changes over history being localised, soft magnets, taking a bath to fall asleep faster, and what goes on at climate conferences.
The team interview Dr Stephen Gensemer, Senior Research Scientist, Optical Systems with the CSIRO, about Satellite Optical Systems for Earth Observation Science, and CSIRO’s other space initiatives including the use of cubesats.
They then chat with Dr Harald Janovjak and Dr Andrew Laslett from the CSIRO about their research into how cells behave in microgravity, which may also have implications for terrestrial treatments.
Remember, “Science is everywhere”, including:
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The Air Charter Service Aircraft Guide app provides detailed information on a wide variety of aircraft including helicopters, private jets, airliners and cargo aircraft.
Air Charter Service is a global leader in providing private aircraft charter solutions, and has used its unrivalled knowledge and expertise to produce the information within this app.
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airberlin technik, the aviation technology service provider within the airberlin group, is to start using tablet computers during aircraft maintenance operations in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
In this way documentation reports can be produced at the same time as maintenance is being carried out on the aircraft.
Until now technicians had to transfer the reports to the computer system in the central office after their maintenance work was completed.
Tablets now document the maintenance in real time and thus guarantee a more efficient maintenance process as part of ongoing flight operations.
airberlin technik is currently equipping the first two maintenance stations in Munich and Berlin-Tegel with tablets.
In addition, tablets give technicians the advantage of being able to consult manuals quickly and directly access warehouse stock on the job.
Until now documentation forms and bulky manuals had to be carried with them to the aircraft and warehouse stock had to be accessed in the central office.
“Using tablets makes our maintenance procedures even more efficient.
“They also facilitate the technicians’ work on the aircraft by providing easy access to all the necessary information and documentation systems.
“By digitalising the process, tablets also make a significant contribution to saving resources,” explained Marco Ciomperlik, chief executive, airberlin technik.
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- DSNA, ENAV, Thales and Leonardo confirm their commitment to Coflight, the new generation Flight Data Processing System (FDPS) designed to meet Single European Sky objectives and SESAR
- They will reinforce the Coflight alliance to jointly promote Coflight by negotiating a long-term maintenance and support services contract
- This six year-contract will cover all activities necessary for corrective and evolutionary maintenance such as studies, design, software development and associated services
ROME, 23-Jun-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — The French and Italian major Air Navigation Service providers respectively DSNA (Direction de Services de la Navigation Aérienne) and ENAV (Italian air navigation service provider), alongside industrial partners Leonardoand Thales, confirm their commitment to Coflight, the new generation Flight Data Processing System.
The parties decided to reinforce their cooperation to promote Coflight on the European scene by the establishment of a long-term support and maintenance services contract. This six year-contract will cover all activities necessary for corrective and evolutionary maintenance such as studies, design, software development and associated services.
This represents a significant step to their further technical and commercial collaboration to jointly promote on the European scene innovative schemes for steering Coflight evolution and sharing cost with other Air Navigation Service Providers.
Coflight is designed to meet the Single European Sky and SESAR (Single European Sky ATM Research) programme objectives. In order to improve flight cost efficiency, optimise the airspace usage and reduce the environmental impact of aviation, a technological breakthrough is required in the domain of Flight Data Processing systems (FDP), the heart of any Air Traffic Management System.
Coflight provides advanced functions like 4D trajectory predictions, interoperability with other systems and datalink capabilities, supporting current and future operational concepts. It offers an open architecture and standardised middleware to guarantee the long-term upgradability and scalability of the product and take into account future services coming from SESAR.
SOURCE: Leonardo – Società per azioni
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Thu, Jul 05, 2012
United Space Alliance To Continue to Provide Planning, Preparation, Training
NASA has awarded a contract extension to United Space Alliance of Houston to provide mission and flight crew operations support for the International Space Station and future human space exploration.
The $17.4 million extension of the Integrated Mission Operations Contract covers ground-based human spaceflight operations capability development and execution. This contract includes support for mission planning and preparation, crew and flight controller training, and real-time mission execution.
The initial period of extension runs from Oct. 1, 2012 through Sept. 30, 2013. There is a $17.8 million option to extend the contract for another year effective from Oct. 1, 2013, through Sept. 30, 2014. The total potential value of the cost-plus-award-fee contract would be $35 million, if the option is exercised. This contract extends the original contract, which was in effect from November 2008 through September 2012.
United Space Alliance claims extensive experience in all aspects of the field. Headquartered in Houston, USA has employees working in Texas and Florida. The company is currently applying its broad range of capabilities to NASA’s International Space Station program as well as to space operations customers in the commercial space industry sectors.
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NASA and America Makes jointly launched a $2.25 million competition to design a 3D-printed home for astronauts on Mars at last week’s Bay Area Maker Faire. The hope is that 3D printing and the incorporation of spacecraft waste and materials from the alien world can in turn help address affordable housing on Earth.
As the site for the 3D Printed Habitat Challenge explains:
If we can solve for the need to ship materials, we can develop solutions for a variety of scenarios, including those for humanitarian and disaster relief efforts on earth, wherever affordable housing is needed and access to conventional building materials is limited.
NASA has a list of instances in which research for space travel also transformed life on the home planet, including early spacecraft structural analysis that was later expanded to cars and roller coasters, and research into water purification for the International Space Station that was implemented for clean drinking water on Earth. So, while throwing such big bucks at a crowdsourced project might seem frivolous, there is a potential that the results could accelerate the development of technology applicable to our daily lives, especially considering the extreme design challenges of Mars and the incentive to experiment with unconventional building materials like planetary dust.
The competition is part of NASA’s Centennial Challenges project, which was started in 2005 and offers monetary awards for public ideas, bringing nongovernmental sources into the organization’s technology development. From a cynical perspective, it’s a great way to get a lot of ideas without a lot of money; from a more positive one, it’s also a way to diversify the ideas that are being considered for our future space travel, whether that means better astronaut gloves or lunar landers.
3D printing in particular has a great potential for enabling human travel to Mars, as it would majorly reduce cargo and costs (it currently requires $10,000 to get each payload into orbit). It may also have a huge impact on rocket design: this April NASA revealed a 3D-printed copper rocket engine component, and back in November the International Space Station created its first 3D-printed part.
Registration started last week for the first phase of the 3D Printed Habitat Challenge, focused on architectural concepts. Other phases will concentrate on fabrication technologies for both recyclables from space travel and “indigenous” Mars materials, as well as creating an actual full-scale model here on Earth, likely at one of our planetary analogues that simulates Martian conditions. The top 30 designs from the first phase will go on to be judged at the Maker Faire in New York this September 26–27. There, in the presence of early rockets like the Gemini Titan II and the Mercury-Atlas D at the New York Hall of Science, crowdsourced innovation may influence the next stage of space exploration.
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Vanessa Albury, whose eco-friendly ceramic sculptures help revive filter-feeder populations, is raising funds to complete her first film about the project.
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KARACHI: With an aim to promote tourism in the country, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has decided to upgrade the Skardu airport in Gilgit-Baltistan to handle international flights.
According to sources, the aviation regulator has called for the airport to be readied for international flight operations by June-July this year. Located at an altitude of over 7,000 feet, the Skardu airport is listed among the world’s highest altitude airports.
CAA has issued directives for the expansion of the airport, besides laying out preparations for all-weather flight operations, sources said, adding that the airport’s runway will be equipped with the modern CAT-I system to facilitate local/int’l flights in adverse weather conditions.
The Skardu airport’s main runway is 12,000-feet long, while the second runway is 8,500-feet long.
It may be noted that a CAA team had earlier conducted a survey to determine whether international flights can land at the airport. As a test flight, a Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) Airbus-320 performed a safe landing at the airport.
Earlier this week, PIA had announced that it would operate weekly flights from Lahore to Skardu and Gilgit from next month.
“Initially, PIA will start two flights a week from Lahore to Gilgit and Skardu. More flights can be added keeping the number of passengers in view,” PIA Spokesman Abdullah Hafeez had said.
On a query about the earlier announced Karachi-Skardu flights, the spokesperson said that flight cancellations due to uncertain weather conditions were hindering flight operations on the said route.
“When a Karachi flight for Skardu is cancelled after arriving in Islamabad, the passengers get stuck in the capital. PIA faces losses in taking them back to Karachi,” he maintained. “But in case a Lahore-Skardu flight gets cancelled even before landing in the mountainous region, the national flag carrier can manage the situation by flying back to Lahore.”
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Boeing says Southeast Asia’s commercial airplane fleet will nearly quadruple to more than 4,000 jets by 2042, becoming one of the global leaders in air traffic and fleet growth.
As low-cost carriers (LCCs) become the dominant business model and expand networks across the vast region, Southeast Asia will be the world’s fastest-growing single-aisle airplane market through the 20-year forecast period.
These projections are included in Boeing’s 2023 Commercial Market Outlook (CMO), the company’s annual long-term forecast of demand for commercial airplanes and related services.
“As the Southeast Asia market reopens, air traffic will grow substantially,” said Dave Schulte, Boeing Commercial Marketing managing director for Asia-Pacific.
“Expanded connectivity, tourism and low fares will continue to stoke new and increased travel, especially among a growing middle class across the region. The role of LCCs will continue to rise to fill that demand for air travel.”
LCCs in Southeast Asia will add more than 2,000 new single aisle jets over the next 20 years, nearly two-thirds of overall projected 3,390 single-aisle deliveries in the region. LCCs will transport 56% of passenger traffic in 2042, compared to 22% in 2012.
The 2023 Southeast Asia CMO also includes these projections by 2042:
- 83% of deliveries to the region will support fleet growth, while 17% will replace older airplanes with more fuel-efficient models
- The widebody fleet will see a three-fold increase, with demand for nearly 800 airplanes including passenger jets such as Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner, 777X and freighter models
- Fleet growth will drive demand for $310 billion in aviation services including maintenance, repair, training and spare parts
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Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, said that the sky was no limit to the space aspirations of the UAE. “Reaching the moon is an exceptional milestone in the country’s ambitious journey, and its people’s aspirations are out of bounds,” Sheikh Mohammed wrote on Twitter.
Dubai and Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed, Deputy Prime Minister, Finance Minister and other officials were present at the event.
We look forward to leaving an Arab footprint on the surface of the Rashid Moon.” Thanks to Team @MBRSpacecentre for introducing Rashid Rover and raising the UAE flag in space. “The Lunar Survey Indicates the historical start for the project.
The sky is burning across the launch at Cape Canaveral, Florida, when the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket was thrown with 163 tonnes, the Rashid Rover was delivered in space in space. Months are expected to last.
The rocket exploded in the United Arab Emirates at 11.39 am from the 40-foot launchers, a base-operated launch complex operated by the US space force. The rocket split from the rocket 35 minutes after the landlord lift-off of Ispay, then began its separate journey to the moon.
SpaceX’s reusable Falcon 9 booster company’s drone landed safely, eight minutes after the lander delivered the space into space. Last year, the United Arab Emirates announced a five-year study of the main asteroid belt, an asteroid landing and Venus Fly. The destination release date is fixed to 2028.
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Rolls-Royce And Virgin Galactic Collaborate to Build Mach 3 Commercial Airliner
Supersonic jets, especially commercial ones, have had a brief yet riveting history. The first-ever supersonic passenger airliner to be built was the British-French turbojet Concorde. A collaborative project between Aérospatiale (later renamed Airbus) & British Aircraft Corporation the jet could travel at the speed of Mach 2.04 i.e 2180Km/h - over twice the speed of sound (Mach 1 being the actual speed of sound at 1234.8Km/h).
To further put this into perspective, this speed is almost 1.5 times faster than an accelerating bullet - the speed of an average handgun round was recorded at 1316Km/h!
The airliner was operational for a successful 27 years from 1976 to 2003 and was one of the only two supersonic aircrafts to ever run commercially, the other being a Soviet-build Tupolev Tu-144 that operated in the late 1970s.
Fast-forwarding to 2020, new developments are underway in the supersonic airliner arena.
Billionaire Richard Branson’s Virgin Galactic has entered into a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with luxury automobile and engine makers, Rolls-Royce to design and develop new engine propulsion technology for a supersonic speed commercial aircraft.
Aiming to be the fastest commercial flight ever, the aircraft will also focus on customer experience, environmental sustainability and noise reduction (which were some of the reasons that led to the downfall of the original Concorde in 2003).
This aircraft, upon completion, will boast a speed of upto Mach 3, which is significantly higher than previous supersonic airliners. With a capacity of about 9 to 19 people, it can soar altitudes above 60,000 feet along with being able to incorporate custom cabin layouts to address customer needs, including Business & First Class seating arrangements.
The aircraft design also paves way for the use of best-in-class sustainable aviation fuel, encouraging it’s adoption in the rest of the aviation community.
The aircraft seems to operate take-off & landing like any other passenger aircraft, and is expecting to be integrated into existing airport infrastructures around the globe.
Virgin Galactic is working closely with international regulatory communities to ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards with the mission to broaden and transform global travel technologies, with a focus on customer experience.
Still in the works, we are yet to discover the fiscals and maintenance behind the idea. Stay tuned to this space to for all future details!
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Addressing that risk early is the National Air Transportation Association (NATA), which has updated its Safety 1st General Aviation Misfueling Prevention Program, a free, online training resource for pilots, line service professionals, and others involved in aircraft refueling.
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Bethesda Softworks have released a new trailer for their upcoming shooter, Prey. The video provides us with some insight into the dark history behind the TranStar Corporation and the space station they created, now branded ‘Talos I’.
The story of Morgan Yu and assassination survivor, President Kennedy is presented in a far more lighthearted way than the gameplay imagery manner but this doesn’t make the situation any less dire. When has occupying an abandoned space station ever turned out well?
[quote]In the alternate future of Prey, President Kennedy survives the assassination, which sets off a turn of events leading to the central conflict. After recovering from the attempt on his life, Kennedy threw his nation further into the space race by taking control of a U.S./Russian joint program and transforming a Russian satellite into a fully functional R&D facility meant to study non-terrestrials. This facility later became Talos I, a highly advanced space station owned by the TranStar Corporation.
After awakening on Talos I, Morgan finds the station overrun by a previously contained non-terrestrial entity called Typhon, which the scientists had been studying and using to improve the scope of human abilities. Aided by strange alien-based powers, Morgan must survive the incursion, uncover the mysteries surrounding the Typhon and save humanity from the impending danger aboard the station.[/quote]
Prey is set to launch in 2017 on the PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC.
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This Apollo Block I Command Module flew on the suborbital AS-202 mission on August 25, 1966. This was the third flight of the Saturn IB and the second Command Module heat shield test. The objectives of the mission were to verify structural integrity, launch loads, stage separation, Saturn IB subsystems, the Apollo spacecraft separations, emergency detection system, the Command Module heatshield for high velocity re-entry from low earth orbit, and mission support facilities. The heatshield tested was thinner and lighter weight than those tested earlier. The mission lasted 1 hour 33 minutes and ended successfully with splashdown in the Pacific Ocean. The command module was later drop-tested to test the durability of instruments without the presence of the protective heatshield. A major crack can be seen as a result of that dry-land drop test.
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A female pilot who was pulled unconscious from her burning aircraft after the small plane crashed near Hawthorne airport Monday afternoon later died, according to police.
The crash was reported shortly after noon in the 3600 block of 120th Street, just south of the 105 Freeway, according to Capt. Keith Mora of the Los Angeles County Fire Department.
A crew working on a private well project nearby saw the plane coming toward where their truck was parked.
“My partner just started yelling, ‘There’s a plane coming, a plane coming,'” said witness Byron Mayes. “It looked like the plane just veered up, lost control and hit a couple feet away from the truck, a couple feet away from us.”
Three workers rushed to the wreckage, finding the pilot unconscious, with her legs burning. Fire spread to their work truck and up hoses they were using, Mayes said.
“Our first thought was getting her out, making sure she was OK,” he said.
Responding firefighters were able to halt the flames, and paramedics performed “life-saving measures” and took the pilot to Harbor-UCLA Medical Center.
The unidentified pilot did not survive the crash, the Hawthorne Police Department posted on its Facebook page.
The small aircraft — a light-sport, weight-shift-control plane — was departing Hawthorne Municipal Airport when it crashed, a spokesman for the Federal Aviation Administration said.
The Airborne XT-912 had only the one person on board, the FAA spokesman said.
Aerial video showed the wreckage was significant and the plane was in pieces.
Meanwhile, a police vehicle crashed near 119th Street and Prairie Avenue, a few blocks west of the plane crash. The black-and-white police SUV appeared to have collided with another SUV.
The officer was responding to the report of the plane down when he was involved in a crash, a Hawthorne Police Department official said.
KTLA’s Jennifer Thang contributed to this article.
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