Cirrus Aircraft has introduced a “sensor-capable” special mission aircraft based on its Generation 5 SR22/SR22T aircraft. Cirrus’ special mission platform Cirrus Perception™ will be available in mid-2015. With Cirrus Perception, Cirrus will create a unique new class of prospective owners and operators for SR22/SR22T aircraft. Cirrus Perception also introduces a new style of reconfigurable special […]
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AOPA ISSUES CALL FOR AIRPORTS TO HOST 2015 REGIONAL FLY-INS
Following on the success of its 2014 regional fly-ins, the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) Wednesday issued a “Request for Airport Proposal” for its series of regional fly-ins for 2015. Fly-ins offer AOPA members and the public a chance to gather at a local airport on a Saturday to socialize with fellow pilots and […]
GAMA Welcomes Jonathan Archer as Director of Engineering & Airworthiness
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) announced that Jonathan Archer, a 24-year aviation industry veteran, has joined the association as Director of Engineering & Airworthiness. Archer most recently provided key support for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Joint Planning and Development Office (JPDO) as an Associate with Booz Allen Hamilton. His work included […]
Bell Helicopter Delivers First Two of Six Bell 407GXs to the Pennsylvania State Police
Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. company, announced the delivery of the first two of six Bell 407GX helicopters to the Pennsylvania State Police. They will be used for airborne law enforcement patrol and will serve citizens throughout the Commonwealth. “We operate six aviation patrol units across the state and provide aerial support to all federal, […]
FAA Releases Statement on Texas Equusearch UAS Court Decision
The court’s decision in favor of the FAA regarding the Texas Equusearch matter has no bearing on the FAA’s authority to regulate UAS. The FAA remains legally responsible for the safety of the national airspace system. This authority is designed to protect users of the airspace as well as people and property on the ground. […]
NASA Transfers NextGen Software Tech to FAA
NextGen software technology that will allow air traffic controllers to maximize the benefits of Performance Based Navigation (PBN) procedures on the approach to the runway was transferred to the FAA from NASA last week in an official ceremony at FAA headquarters. Coupled with the precision of PBN, the technology, called Terminal Sequence and Spacing, provides […]
California Highway Patrol Awards Competitive Bid to Mahindra Aerospace
Following a competitive process across available platforms, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) awarded Mahindra Aerospace the bid for the purchase of its Airvan 8. “With its proven performance in the areas of reconnaissance, surveillance, fire fighting and emergency evacuation,” stated Arvind Mehra, Executive Director and Global CEO of Mahindra Aerospace, “the Airvan 8 is the […]
Sonex Personal Jet Achieves First Flight
Sonex Aircraft announce that SubSonex Personal Jet model JSX-2 achieved first flight on Thursday, July 10th, completing a successful series of initial flight tests through the remainder of the week. “Its flight characteristics can be summed up in two words,” remarks JSX-2 test pilot Bob Carlton, “fast & smooth. She handles great and climbs well.” […]
Georgia State Patrol Expands Bell Helicopter Fleet at ALEA 2014
Bell Helicopter has announced a signed purchase agreement with Georgia State Patrol for a Bell 429 at the Airborne Law Enforcement Association (ALEA) exposition last week in Phoenix, Ariz. The signing ceremony took place in front of the aircraft on display at Bell Helicopter’s booth. “We are excited to add this great aircraft to our […]
FORD SOARS INTO 15TH CONSECUTIVE YEAR AT 2014 EAA AIRVENTURE OSHKOSH
Returning for its 15th consecutive year as exclusive automotive sponsor for the world’s greatest aviation celebration, Ford Motor Company will bring exciting attractions and fan favorites to the 2014 Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) AirVenture Oshkosh. The popular Ford Hangar will feature state-of-the-art interactive attractions, the latest advances in automobile technology and the entire lineup of […]
