Aero-Tips! We've been reviewing the FAA's list of the Top 10 causes of pilot-error accidents. Second on their list is failure to attain or maintain flying speed, and yesterday we concentrated on speeds for takeoff and initial climb. Today we'll look at another component of airspeed control: landing speed.
Aero-News: Quote of the Day "We have invested a lot in ground facilities, so we have to stick with the order for now." Source: Emirates president Tim Clark in reference to the carrier's $13 billion order from Airbus. Emirates, with 45 jets on order, is by far the largest customer for Airbus' A380 superjumbo. Recent announced delays with the program confirm deliveries will now be two years behind
Aero-Terms! Transport Canada Civil Aviation develops and administers policies, regulations and services for the best transportation system for Canada and Canadians.
Sonex Aircraft, LLC tells ANN that they have completed the sale of Sonex Plans Serial Number 1,000, marking a significant milestone for the young kit aircraft company. Rick Cavett of Ridgeland, Mississippi recently purchased a Sonex Complete Airframe Kit and was issued Plans number 1,000.
"I look forward to working with the new leadership team in 2007. We have a challenging year ahead with the FAA reauthorization pending and we'll use all the resources at our disposal to accomplish our goals." Source: Fredrick "Rick" Piccolo, President and CEO of the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, who was elected to serve as Chairman of the 2007 ACI-NA Board of Directors, during the
New Members Elected to Board of Directors The Airports Council International-North America (ACI-NA) has announced the election of its 2007 officers and new members to its Board of Directors at the General Membership Business meeting during the ACI-NA 15th Annual Conference and Exhibition last week in Reno.
Recent sales to Airlift Northwest, Cook Children's Medical Center/Teddy Bear Transport, and Life Lion underscore how Sky Connect products "enhance the safety and effectiveness of emergency medical missions while delivering reliable, affordable performance," according to Wiley Loughran, the company's senior vice president of sales and marketing.
ISS Status Report #43, 3 p.m. CDT - Friday, Oct. 6, 2006 Expedition 14 completed its first full week solo on the International Space Station performing standard early mission checks and drills plus some equipment troubleshooting.
For First Time in Its History, NBAA Convention Sells Out in Advance The exhibit floor has completely sold out for the first time in Convention history, with close to 1,150 Exhibitors registered and 5,233 10-foot by 10-foot booth spaces sold, an almost 9 percent increase in booth spaces compared to the 2005 show.
Little Bombs Make Big Impact In Iraq Aero-News has learned the US Air Force dropped the first Guided Bomb Unit 39/B small diameter bombs (SDB) to be used in combat October 5.
