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https://paffalcons.com/civil-aviation/pia-boeing-777-flight-pk248-avoiding-bad-weather-permitted-to-enter-indian-airspace/ | 2023-12-11T12:09:30 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679511159.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20231211112008-20231211142008-00510.warc.gz | 0.906779 | 196 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__9863411 | en | Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) Boeing 777-200ER aircraft Reg: AP-BHX Flight PK248 from Dammam aborted landing during final approach to Lahore Airport Runway 36R from an altitude of 875 feet at 8:05 PM (Pakistan time) due to bad weather/rain/thunderstorm in & around Lahore.
To avoid bad weather, PIA Boeing 777 was permitted to enter Indian air space. The aircraft stayed in Indian air space for about 10 minutes. It entered Indian air space at 8:11 PM (Pakistan time) and reentered Pakistan air space around 8:22 PM (Pakistan time). The aircraft landed safely at Multan Airport at 8:57 PM (Pakistan time).
Later, the aircraft left Multan at 11:26 PM and arrived in Lahore at 12:03 AM. Flight PK248 from Dammam was scheduled to arrive in Lahore at 8:05 PM on May 4. | aerospace |
http://www.lightspeedaviationfoundation.org/content.cfm/News/Lightspeed-Aviation-Foundation-Announces-Grant-Recipients-of-the-2015-Pilots-Choice-Awards,23 | 2018-05-27T07:29:31 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-22/segments/1526794868132.80/warc/CC-MAIN-20180527072151-20180527092151-00601.warc.gz | 0.923433 | 730 | CC-MAIN-2018-22 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-22__0__84202877 | en | Palm Springs, CA – October 16, 2015 — The Lightspeed Aviation Foundation has announced the five aviation charities as chosen through online voting to receive grants of $2,000—$10,000. The live announcement was made today at the FLYING Aviation Expo sponsored by Scheyden, in Palm Springs, California.
The top 5 Lightspeed Aviation Foundation Pilots Choice Award recipients in descending number of votes received for 2015 are:
#1 - Pilots N Paws – Awarded a cash grant of $10,000 and Number 1 vote recipient
Pilots N Paws brings pilots and plane owners together to share the gift of flight to assist with the transportation of rescue, shelter or foster animals. The Pilots Choice grant will be used to host flyway events and fund booth space at various pilot functions to increase awareness of Pilots N Paws.
#2 - The Ninety-Nines – Awarded a cash grant of $8000
The Ninety-Nines advances women in aviation through education, scholarships, and mutual support; while sharing an international passion for flight. The Pilots Choice grant will be used to continue to expand our outreach activities at aviation events and market an award of the 4th Annual Karen Johnson Solo Scholarship in 2016.
#3 – Civil Air Patrol – Awarded a cash grant of $6000
Civil Air Patrol is volunteer citizens serving communities through emergency services, aerospace education and an on-going cadet program. The Pilots Choice grant will help enable an extra 3,000 youth the opportunity to participate in the national program.
#4 - New Tribes Mission Aviation – Awarded a cash grant of $4000
New Tribes Mission is pilots and technicians providing direct, efficient and safe missionary aviation support in remote areas around the world. The Pilots Choice grant will be applied toward the purchase of a Robinson R-66 turbine helicopter that would dramatically improve NTM Aviation’s ability to respond to natural disaster and provide essential emergency medical services in remote areas.
#5 – JAARS – Awarded a cash grant of $2000
JAARS provides aviation support, transportation and information services to speed the task of Bible translation around the world including new programs added in 2014 in Australia and Tanzania. The Pilots Choice grant will be used toward aviation pre-field flight training for new pilots.
Seven honorees each received an award commemorating their recognition as a Lightspeed Aviation Foundation finalist and will receive a Lightspeed headset. They are in alphabetical order:
- Angel Flight West
- Experience Aviation
- Miracle Flights for Kids
- Mission Aviation Fellowship
- Missionary Flights International
- Patient AirLift Services
- Pilots Jet Team Foundation
“Awarding these aviation charities provides the opportunity to advance their individual cause and together expand awareness and appreciation for aviation," says Allan Schrader, President of Lightspeed Aviation. “Since its inception, the Pilots Choice voting and awards have introduced us all to dozens of worthy charities and amazing people that are making a significant impact around the world."
The Lightspeed Aviation Foundation was established in 2010 out of the commitment and passion of the Lightspeed Aviation Corporation to serve the aviation community. Since introducing its first product at EAA AirVenture in 1996, Lightspeed Aviation has established a reputation for leading product innovation in aviation headsets with a number of "first to market" advances in comfort, quiet, clarity, and pilot-centric functionality. This has earned Lightspeed a loyal customer following among professional, commercial, and private pilots.
Phone (503) 887-1743 | aerospace |
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First in a series of reference guides for modellers and enthusiasts. Includes aircraft history with variants and sub-types; in-depth walkarounds of airframe and cockpit; colour schemes and markings. 2 colour 3-views. 15 colour profiles. 260 colour & 1 b/w photos. 64 pages. A4 softback (with hoops for a 4-ring binder)
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https://www.vistajet.cn/en/vista-global-brings-fastest-in-flight-connectivity-to-private-aviation/ | 2024-03-01T18:41:31 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947475422.71/warc/CC-MAIN-20240301161412-20240301191412-00169.warc.gz | 0.904833 | 531 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__60943529 | en | Vista Global, the group simplifying private aviation, announces a revolutionary technology partnership with Collins Aerospace Systems that will provide private aviation customers with the fastest broadband speeds available. This is a further demonstration of Vista Global bringing the latest and most innovative technology to market and driving radical technological change across the private aviation industry.
The ground-breaking agreement will see LuxStream connectivity services fitted across Vista Global’s fleet of 116 owned aircraft, including both the VistaJet and XO brands, offering customers with unrivaled digital connectivity. LuxStream will be integrated first across the 36 Global business jets operating under the VistaJet brand.
“LuxStream marks Vista Global’s latest move to disrupt and drive forward the aviation industry. The service will completely revolutionize what it means to stay connected with the outside world during a flight, providing our customers with a level of broadband speed that matches the connectivity they expect on land. LuxStream’s unrivalled speed puts the power of connection in our Members’ hands, ensuring a seamless and smooth continuation of their business and family life whilst in the air, staying one step ahead of today’s world.”
Thomas Flohr, Founder and Chairman of Vista Global
The LuxStream system will offer future and existing VistaJet and XO Members unparalleled digital connectivity services whilst in-flight and allow them and their guests:
Vista Global has had a long and trusted relationship with Collins Aerospace, a unit of United Technology Corporation, a leader in airborne connectivity solutions, and Vista Global Members will benefit from the full experience that Collins brings with their renowned service and support network. The LuxStream network is operated by SES, the world’s leading satellite operator with over 70 satellites in two different orbits, Geostationary Orbit (GEO) and Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) with a proven-track record of investment in pioneering satellites and related technology.
This is the latest milestone in a busy 12 months for Vista Global, in which the Group has achieved a number of industry defining milestones including the launch of XO, the global private aviation marketplace; following the major acquisitions of JetSmarter, an industry-disrupting technology platform, and XOJET, the leading On Demand business aviation company in the US.
The Vista AF Corse launch party marks the start of the countdown to the 2024 FIA world endurance championship
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Soar into the Year of the Dragon with VistaJet | aerospace |
https://www.jobsrmine.com/quality-inspector-high-wycombe-buckinghamshire/66876181 | 2020-01-20T20:58:13 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-05/segments/1579250599789.45/warc/CC-MAIN-20200120195035-20200120224035-00534.warc.gz | 0.915703 | 430 | CC-MAIN-2020-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-05__0__22739642 | en | Syntech Recruitment Ltd
salary: 32000.00 British Pound . GBP Annual
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom
Job type: fulltime
Job industry: Engineering
Quality Inspector - Aerospace Engineering
Mon Fri (40 hours per week)
Globally respected Aerospace interiors business
We currently have a super opportunity for an experienced quality Inspector to join a leading Aerospace engineering solutions business near High Wycombe
As the company Quality Inspector, you will be expected to work as part of a small dedicated team, reporting directly to our Quality Manager.
You will be carrying out the day to day inspection duties on our busy shop floor including.
First off dimensional checks
Final Inspection checks
Completion of FAIR's.
This role is key to ensuring that all our products are thoroughly inspected and conform to engineering drawings and have been manufactured in accordance with approved design data.
Carry out day to day inspection duties on our busy production shop-floor under AS9100 Rev D / EASA Part 21-G quality systems.
Carry out inspection of various plastic / engineering components or assemblies.
Carry out first off, in process and final inspection dimensional checks.
Completion of FAIR's.
Inspection of incoming components and materials as part of our Good's inwards process.
Candidate requirements: -
You will have previous experience and hold certification for inspection duties under an AS9100 REV D quality system.
Be able to read and interpret engineering drawings.
Be able to carry out dimensional checks using various types of "hand" measuring equipment.
Previous experience of CMM measuring equipment would be beneficial, but on the job, training can be given if required.
Be able to produce FAIR's and certification packs to support customer requirements / deliveries
You will be confident at decision making and have the ability to use a common sense approach in regards to product requirements.
Experience working in an aerospace environment would be highly beneficial
Syntech Recruitment Limited act as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment & Employment Business for temp / contract hires. | aerospace |
https://stage.sensefly.com/2016/11/09/first-sensefly-ebee-imported-indian-market/ | 2021-03-02T20:43:33 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-10/segments/1614178364764.57/warc/CC-MAIN-20210302190916-20210302220916-00117.warc.gz | 0.934652 | 647 | CC-MAIN-2021-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-10__0__192721245 | en | First senseFly eBee imported into Indian market
senseFly customer SAKURA-GSR has become the first company to import a senseFly eBee mapping drone into India.
senseFly customer SAKURA-GSR has become the first company to import a senseFly eBee mapping drone into India, having received all the required pre-approvals necessary to bring the UAV into the country. These approvals have been gained despite there currently being no specific drone regulations in place in India.
“We are delighted to have been able to bring an eBee into the Indian market, as this tool will help us to offer timely and accurate geospatial products to a wider range of clients,” said Dr. B.Babu Madhavan, the Director of SAKURA-GSR. “We have obviously done a lot of work with these various departments and commissions to prove the professionalism and safety of the eBee and these organisations have been convinced that this data collection tool does not pose a threat to people or to property.”
SAKURA-GSR plans to use its eBee for a range of surveying and wider geospatial projects – spanning rural and social development, infrastructure, natural resource management and more – for which additional project-level authorisation will be required each time.
Sakura-GSR recently completed its first eBee demonstration project in India’s Anantapur District, the team showing farmers and the District Commissioner how the technology can be used to monitor crop health and drought for insurance purposes.
This Indian news follows hot on the heels of the eBee receiving mapping drone being verified as ‘harmless’ by the Italian Civil Aviation Authority (story), enabling commercial eBee owners in that country to operate much more easily—including flying over urban areas.
Efficiency is in Season: senseFly Launches eBee Ag Fixed-Wing Mapping Drone for Agriculture
senseFly, the global leader in fixed-wing mapping drones, today announces the launch of eBee Ag, the latest addition to the eBee X series of drone solutions. User-friendly and affordable, eBee Ag helps farmers, agronomists and service providers efficiently capture aerial data and plant health insights for faster agronomic decision-making...
eBee Geo Joins senseFly Line of Professional Fixed-Wing Mapping Drones
senseFly, the global leader in fixed-wing mapping drones, today announces the expansion of its flagship eBee X drone solution with the launch of eBee Geo. The eBee Geo represents the first extension into a new eBee X series of fixed-wing drones and is positioned as a cost-effective option for...
DP&L Partners With senseFly and Sinclair College to Build Drone Program and Bolster Enterprise Utilities Management
Ohio-based energy provider, Dayton Power & Light (DP&L), in partnership with Sinclair College’s National UAS Training and Certification Center, is employing a fleet of senseFly eBee X fixed-wing mapping drones to improve its large-scale data collection and mapping capacity. Over a 9-month period, unmanned aerial systems (UAS) will be... | aerospace |
https://indiatechdesk.com/chandrayaan-3-inspires-surge-in-indian-space-sector-as-satsure-secures-15-million-investment/ | 2023-10-05T01:47:26 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511717.69/warc/CC-MAIN-20231005012006-20231005042006-00142.warc.gz | 0.885677 | 770 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__296876817 | en | In a testament to the burgeoning growth of the Indian space sector following the successful landing of Chandrayaan 3, satellite Earth observation data and analytics provider SatSure has secured a significant $15 million investment in a Series A funding round.
Spearheaded by Baring Private Equity Partners (BPEP) and Promus Ventures, this infusion of funds marks a crucial step in SatSure’s mission to revolutionize decision intelligence through satellite imagery and artificial intelligence (AI).
SatSure, a startup harnessing advanced satellite imagery and AI technology, plans to launch a fleet of four high-resolution optical and multispectral satellites by the fourth quarter of 2025.
With this substantial financial support, the company can expand its outreach and invest in low-earth orbit satellite assets. The investment signifies a deep alignment with India’s national space program, as emphasized by CEO and Founder Prateep Basu, a former ISRO scientist.
Diverse Applications and Industry Impact
Since its inception in 2017, SatSure has been at the forefront of merging satellite data with cutting-edge AI algorithms to provide invaluable insights across various sectors.
From agriculture and banking to critical infrastructure, the company’s technology has driven operational efficiency, informed policy decisions, and bolstered profitability. SatSure’s proactive approach has been evident in disaster management efforts, such as during the Kerala floods.
Divya Sharma, Vice President of ML and Data Analytics at SatSure, highlighted the company’s ability to anticipate trends and provide timely insights through satellite data. The firm’s collaboration with state governments showcases its commitment to taking initiative in critical situations.
Strategic Allocation of Funding and Global Expansion
Most of the newly secured funding will be dedicated to accelerating product innovation. This move underscores SatSure’s dedication to refining its solutions and making them accessible on a global scale. The company’s expansion plans across the Americas and Asia-Pacific regions further solidify its commitment to broadening its reach.
The Series A funding round validates SatSure’s innovative business model and underscores its future growth potential. Omidyar Network India and xto10X are the latest investors to join the lineup, alongside existing supporters Force Ventures, Luckbox Ventures, and IndigoEdge Advisors.
Chandrayaan 3’s Influence on the Space Sector
The timing of this investment aligns with the recent achievement of Chandrayaan 3, which further highlights the increasing interest and momentum within India’s space sector.
As the nation’s space research organization, ISRO continues to make strides in space exploration, satellite-focused companies like SatSure are reaping the benefits of heightened attention and investor confidence.
In the global space tech landscape context, SatSure’s success mirrors the positive trajectory of other startups in the industry, including Agnikul Cosmos, Skyroot Aerospace, Pixxel, and more. The funding surge in this sector signifies a broader trend of innovation and investment in spacetech endeavors.
As Chandrayaan 3 continues to captivate the world’s attention, India’s private space sector is capitalizing on its successes, and companies like SatSure are poised to reshape industries with cutting-edge technology.
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- Wiom Raises $17 Million in Series A Round to Democratize Affordable Internet Access in India
- Rephrase.ai bags $10.6 million in Series A funding led by Red Ventures | aerospace |
http://nhpr.org/term/nasa | 2014-12-29T06:17:50 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-52/segments/1419447561952.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20141224185921-00092-ip-10-231-17-201.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.926975 | 1,435 | CC-MAIN-2014-52 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2014-52__0__23364837 | en | China’s lunar rover, Jade Rabbit, landed on the moon to study the satellite’s terrain, geology, and lava flows. What else might it find? Dirty laundry, golf balls, bags of human waste, and an American flag. There are loads of items left on the moon by NASA’s Apollo missions -- still perfectly preserved because the moon lacks a destructive atmosphere. With a handful of countries announcing plans for future lunar missions, a number of scientists are arguing that moon trash is an archeological treasure that should be preserved and studied by future generations. But with no laws or lunar governing body to protect, say, the first footprint on the moon, some worry that America’s lunar heritage could be destroyed by a new generation of explorers rushing to reach the moon.
A montage of new ideas, picked fresh from the Word of Mouth vault:
Abolishing tips: usually, the debate around gratuity revolves around whether to leave 15 or 20 %.... Head of the Sustainable Restaurant Project at the University of Guelph , Bruce McAdams, is in favor of getting rid of tips altogether.
Balloon Brigade: the career aptitude test video game. A new startup designs mobile games that could help match fresh grads with job opportunities.
The science behind the buzz: journalist and science writer Joseph Stromberg explains caffeine addiction.
And now for a project that sounds more like something from a Pixar movie than the next big thing in space exploration…the High Altitude Lensing Observatory, or HALO, could be the Hubble telescope’s successor in deep space imaging – but instead of orbiting earth from space, scientists are hoping to hang this giant telescope from a great…big…balloon.
One of the scientists working on the project is Dr. Richard Massey, an astronomer at The Royal Observatory in Edinburgh, Scotland.
NASA’s Don Pettit has been back from his last mission aboard the International Space Station for over a year, but his blog “Letters to Earth” remains one of the most fascinating and profound windows into the creative and emotional life of an astronaut. While in space he penned and published poetry, An Astronaut’s Guide to Space Etiquette, and the series, “Diary of a Space Zucchini”, which detailed life on the ISS from the unusual perspective of a se
Astronauts Mark and Scott Kelly are the only siblings who have both traveled in space. The fact that they are identical twins makes them unique test subjects for a new scientific experiment being conducted by NASA to study the effects of long term space travel on the human body.
Jacob Aron is a technology reporter for New Scientist and creator of the website, “Just a Theory.” He wrote about the Kelly brothers “Twin Mission” in the latest issue of New Scientist magazine.
As we learned from Joe Hanson, space weather can be an amazing thing. As receiving real-time space weather forecasts is becoming more of a reality, it would be good to familiarize yourself with some of the weather events you can expect to see. We’ve compiled a list to test your space weather knowledge. All of these events sound fantastic and have been the fodder for many a Sci-Fi plot, but do you know which one of these 4 space weather events isn’t real?
It’s summer storm season, and before heading out of the house it’s not a bad idea to take a quick glance at your local Doppler Radar to avoid getting caught in a downpour. The breadth and scope of weather forecasting has advanced rapidly in the past few decades – now, the United Kingdom’s National Weather Service is partnering with NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to begin providing forecasts of space weather in near real-time. We wanted to get a better idea of what a space forecast might sound like, so we called Joe Hanson - host and writer of the PBS digital studio’s It’s Okay To Be Smart.
Florida’s Aerospace Economic Development Agency is making plans to build a new commercial spaceport not far from the Kennedy Space Center – home of NASA’s now retired shuttle program. There’s just one problem: the land is already occupied. To learn more, producer Taylor Quimby caught up with Tampa Bay Times reporter Craig Pittman – who wrote about Space Florida’s proposal to build on top of an 18th century sugar factory and archaeological site called the Elliott Plantation.
Sequestration cuts to the NASA budget will likely result in hundreds of millions of dollars lost to the Russian government. Joining us to discuss this "self-defeating cash transfusion to Moscow" is John Matson. John is an associate editor who writes about space, physics and mathematics for Scientific American.
Two years ago, a press conference was held at NASA headquarters, where it was declared that an alien life form had been discovered in Earth’s backyard. It wasn’t green and it didn’t say “take me to your leader”. But still, this tiny microbe dubbed “arsenic-life” caused quite a ruckus in the scientific community. Dan Vergano is a science correspondent for USA Today and he joins us to discuss his investigation into the study.
From the imagination of Ray Bradbury to the front pages of our newspapers, the prospect of traversing vast reaches of space and seeing Mars firsthand has long inhabited and excited the idealistic public consciousness. However, our recent talk with psychiatrist Mathias Basner revealed that the odyssey comes with a number of physiological costs. Here are some of the most prominent known bodily effects of long-term space travel:
If you think it’s difficult to get enough sleep in an age of 24 hours news cycles and the allure of Facebook surfing, consider how hard it must be without the sun…or gravity. The first of many studies on the Mars500 Project have been released, and it documented the sleeping habits of five men isolated on earth for 520 days.
The success of the Mars Rover Curiosity has re-invigorated public interest in a manned mission to mars. Millions viewed the “seven minutes of terror” video following the one-ton Curiosity’s suspenseful drop 13,000 miles an hour to zero as it landed on the surface of Mars. Long before the mission took off, scientists were grappling with other terrifying and seemingly mundane logistics of sending humans to mars.
Thanks to the popularity of the Mars rover, Curiosity, NASA is back in the public eye for something other than budget cuts or program terminations. The excitement and pride felt by many Americans over the rover’s successful landing, has NASA exploring ways to capitalize and build on this wave of public interest. Susan Waldman, a Washington Post business columnist, and co-founder of ZilYen, branding and marketing communication, gives her thoughts on NASA’s branding strategies. | aerospace |
https://www.veteranstodayarchives.com/2015/11/17/russian-heavy-bombers-to-hit-isis/ | 2022-08-08T01:31:34 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882570741.21/warc/CC-MAIN-20220808001418-20220808031418-00442.warc.gz | 0.949641 | 1,632 | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-33__0__11609997 | en | Russia involves strategic missile carriers in operation against Islamic State in Syria
… from TASS, Moscow
– First published … November 17, 2015 –
Russia has involved strategic and long-range aircraft in strikes against the Islamic State (IS) terrorist organization in Syria, Russian Defense Minister Sergey Shoigu reported to President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday.
“Today, in a period from 05:00 a.m. to 05:30 a.m. Moscow time, twelve Tu-22 bombers hit Islamic State targets in Raqqah; in a period from 09:00 a.m. to 09:40 a.m. Tu-160 and Tu-95MS strategic bombers fired 34 air-launched cruise missiles at terrorist targets in the provinces of Aleppo and Idlib. A total of 127 sorties against 206 terrorist targets were scheduled for Tuesday, of which 82 sorties have already been flown and 140 targets have been hit. The operation is underway,” he said.
“As part of the air operation, a massive air strike is being delivered at ISIL [former Islamic State name] facilities in Syria,” …”The number of sorties has been doubled, which makes it possible to deliver powerful precise strikes at ISIL facilities in Syria,” Shoigu said.
Earlier, Putin gave instructions to intensify strikes delivered by Russian aircraft in Syria after Federal Security Service (FSB) chief Alexander Bortnikov reported that the crash of Russia’s A321 airliner above the Sinai Peninsula on October 31 was caused by a terrorist act carried out with the help of a homemade explosive device.
The crash killed 224 people, which became the largest air crash in the history of domestic aviation. Following the tragedy, Russia suspended flights to Egypt.
Twenty five long-range planes to be involved in strikes against Islamic State
Russia’s Chief of General Staff Valery Gerasimov told Vladimir Putin that Russia will use long-range planes in addition to bombers and fighter jets to deliver strikes on Islamic State targets in Syria.
“To fulfil your orders to intensify strikes against targets of the Islamic State and other extremist organizations, the General Staff has worked out a plan of further air operation. Along with the intensification of sorties from the Hmeymim airbase in Syria, the plan provides to involve an extra of 25 long-range planes, eight Sukhoi-34 bombers, four Sukhoi-27SM fighter jets,” he said.
The Russian aviation grouping at the moment comprises more than 50 aircraft and helicopters, including the Sukhoi Su-34 and Su-24M bombers, Su-25 attack aircraft, Su-30SM fighters and Mil Mi-8 and Mi-24 helicopters.
Anatoly Zhikharev, the long-range aviation commander, said Russia’s squadron of Tupolev-22M3 strategic bombers is currently dealing a massive strike against Islamic State positions in Syria.
“A reinforced squadron of long-range bombers Tupolev-22M3 from the Mozdok airdrome over twenty four hours deals two massive strikes against the Islamic State in eastern Syria’s Deir ez-Zor and Raqqah provinces. One attack was carried out last night, and another is in progress at the moment,” he said.
Russia’s long-range planes have been attacking IS targets starting from Tuesday, November 17.
“In order to cope with the set tasks all types of air attack complexes are being used: strategic missile carrying bombers Tupolev-160 and Tupolev-95S and long-range bombers Tupolev-22M3. The crews of strategic bombers are performing their tasks in strict accordance with the plan for dealing the first massive air strike,” Zhikharev said.
The Tupolev-160 and Tyupolev-95MS planes have already returned to base upon completion of their combat missions. “The planes are undergoing maintenance and preparations for more sorties. Objective monitoring data are being analyzed,” he added.
Russia’s Aerospace Forces delivered over 4,000 strikes in Syria since start of operation
Russia’s Aerospace Forces grouping has delivered over 4,000 missile and bomb strikes against terrorist facilities since the start of its operation in Syria, Chief of the Russian General Staff Valery Gerasimov said on Tuesday.
“During the combat operations, 562 control points, 64 terrorist training camps, 64 arms and ammunition production facilities and other objectives have been destroyed,” the chief of the Russian General Staff said.
The Russian military started an operation against militants of the Islamic State and Jabhat al-Nusra terrorist groups (outlawed in Russia) in Syria on September 30 at the request of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.
Besides, overnight to October 7, the Caspian Flotilla ships delivered a massive strike on the IS objectives in Syria, using Kalibr NK shipborne cruise missiles.
“We are conducting a mass airstrike campaign against Islamic State targets in Syria. We have now doubled the number of sorties, which is allowing us to conduct operations throughout the length and breadth of the country,” Defense Minister Sergey Shoigu said during a Security Council meeting in Moscow chaired by the Russian president.
Shoigu said that Russia’s Tu-95, Tu-22 and Tu-160 strategic bombers have been brought into the operation, while the Air Force command added that the strike group has been bolstered with 37 new planes, including Su-34 bombers and Su-27 fighter jets.
The head of the General Staff reported that the new phase of the anti-ISIS campaign will involve 25 long-range bombers flying out of airfields in Russia.
“By conducting military missions in Syria, you are protecting Russia and her citizens,” Putin told his military chiefs. “Our air campaign in Syria must not only be continued, it must be boosted, in such a way that the criminals are made aware that retribution is inevitable.”
The Russian president has issued orders for Russia’s Moskva cruiser, covering the Russian base in Latakia from the Mediterranean Sea, to work together with a French naval group led by flagship Charles De Gaulle, a 26 fighter-jet aircraft carrier, which is departing for Syria this week.
“The French naval group, led by the air carrier, will soon reach your area of operations. We need to establish direct contact with it, and treat it as an ally,” the Russian president said. “We need to develop of a joint action plan for both sea and air operations.”
The Kremlin said that the parameters for a joint mission had been agreed upon by Putin and French President Francois Hollande, following a personal phone call.
“The two leaders focused their attention on bilateral and multilateral cooperation in combating terrorism,” a Kremlin statement said. “This includes closer ties and joint operations between the military command and intelligence services of Russia and France in Syria.”
Vladimir Putin and Francois Hollande are to meet in Moscow on November 26.
The chief of Russia’s General Staff, Valery Gerasimov, reported that Russian forces have made nearly 2,300 sorties in 48 days since their deployment at the behest of Syrian President Bashar Assad. Gerasimov said that 26 cruise missiles had been launched from Russia’s Caspian Fleet, and ten space satellites had been involved in mapping target sites, including several that had been repurposed from civilian use.
“The work of Russia’s air force has enabled Syrian government forces to go on the offensive along the entire front in the regions of Aleppo, Latakia, Idlib, Homs and Damascus, freeing significant territories from terrorist control,” said Gerasimov, mentioning that in the province of Aleppo alone, 40 settlements have recently been liberated. | aerospace |
https://www.gtaall.com/gta-san-andreas/planes/51612-airbus-a330-200-eva-air-hello-kitty.html | 2017-10-21T03:29:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-43/segments/1508187824543.20/warc/CC-MAIN-20171021024136-20171021044136-00296.warc.gz | 0.65645 | 161 | CC-MAIN-2017-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-43__0__58448637 | en | Great mod passenger aircraft Airbus A330-200 in the livery of one of the largest air carriers of the Republic of China (Taiwan) - EVA Air. The aircraft is painted in a special livery - Hello Kitty.
Download mod Airbus A330-200 EVA Air Hello Kitty" Livery for GTA San Andreas, please follow the links below. In the game modes, the default is to replace the AT-400.
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https://rxscience.org/12-astonishing-facts-about-elon-musks-spacex/3/ | 2020-11-27T01:07:23 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-50/segments/1606141189030.27/warc/CC-MAIN-20201126230216-20201127020216-00167.warc.gz | 0.929479 | 136 | CC-MAIN-2020-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-50__0__94319621 | en | 7. A massive one
The SpaceX has some massive spacecraft that can withstand a large amount of weight in them.
The Dragon Capsule, one of the amazing spacecraft can withstand 13,228 pounds while standing in space. On the other hand, the Falcon Heavy rocket can carry 119,000 pounds including luggage, crew or the fuel.
8. Breaking down barriers
On March 2017, SpaceX made their first successful and sustainable launch of a reusable orbit class rocket.
9. Not just about rockets
For the pursuit of advancement, the SpaceX has not only invested in creating brand new spacecraft, but they are also busy in creating specialized spacesuits with the collaboration of NASA. | aerospace |
https://rutherfordsource.com/video-man-allegedly-points-laser-at-helicopter/ | 2023-12-02T02:43:19 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100309.57/warc/CC-MAIN-20231202010506-20231202040506-00849.warc.gz | 0.937871 | 170 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__304243324 | en | A man is behind bars after police say he directed a laser toward a MNPD helicopter.
It happened to the MNPD helicopter crew as they were observing dangerous street racing activity on Saturday night in a corporate parking lot in South Nashville.
Directing a laser toward toward any flying aircraft is dangerous and can impair the vision of pilots. It happened again to an MNPD helicopter crew Sat night as they came upon dangerous street racing activity in a corporate parking lot in South Nashville. pic.twitter.com/jFWTDHtHcZ
— Metro Nashville PD (@MNPDNashville) May 30, 2023
Jacob Derryberry, 21, is jailed in lieu of a $55,000 bond on 2 felony counts of aggravated assault on the MNPD flight crew and 1 count of contributing to the delinquency of minors. | aerospace |
https://news.theregistrysf.com/maxar-technologies-sells-palo-alto-asset-for-70mm/ | 2022-10-02T15:47:38 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-40/segments/1664030337338.11/warc/CC-MAIN-20221002150039-20221002180039-00118.warc.gz | 0.913784 | 580 | CC-MAIN-2022-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-40__0__20253510 | en | WESTMINSTER, CO, Dec. 6, 2018 – Maxar Technologies (NYSE:MAXR) (TSX:MAXR), a global technology innovator powering the new space economy, today announced it has completed the sale of its Building 1 in Palo Alto, California (located at 3850 Fabian Way), which sits on roughly 4.5 acres, for $70 million. After the sale, the company retains roughly 24 acres of office, R&D and manufacturing facilities in Palo Alto.
Approximately 400 satellite design and production engineers currently work in Building 1, located across the street from the main SSL campus in Palo Alto. These employees will be relocated to nearby Building 21. Customer workspaces are also being relocated to Building 21, and no production or customer work is expected to be impacted as a result of this move.
“With the sale of Building 1, we have reduced the SSL footprint in Palo Alto for improved efficiency and have freed up capital,” said Biggs Porter, Chief Financial Officer of Maxar Technologies. “The net proceeds from this transaction will be used to pay down Maxar debt.”
SSL, based in Palo Alto, California, is a leading provider of advanced spacecraft systems, with broad expertise to support commercial and government satellite operators and innovative space missions. The company designs and manufactures spacecraft for services such as direct-to-home television, video content distribution, broadband internet, mobile communications, in-orbit servicing, space exploration, and Earth observation. As a Silicon Valley innovator for 60 years, SSL’s advanced product line includes state-of-the-art small satellites, and sophisticated robotics and autonomous solutions for remote operations. SSL is a Maxar Technologies company (NYSE: MAXR) (TSX: MAXR). For more information, visit www.sslmda.com.
About Maxar Technologies
As a global leader of advanced space technology solutions, Maxar Technologies (formerly MacDonald, Dettwiler and Associates) is at the nexus of the new space economy, developing and sustaining the infrastructure and delivering the information, services, systems that unlock the promise of space for commercial and government markets. As a trusted partner, Maxar Technologies provides vertically integrated capabilities and expertise including satellites, Earth imagery, robotics, geospatial data and analytics to help customers anticipate and address their most complex mission-critical challenges with confidence. With more than 6,500 employees in over 30 global locations, the Maxar Technologies portfolio of commercial space brands includes MDA, SSL, DigitalGlobe and Radiant Solutions. Every day, billions of people rely on Maxar to communicate, share information and data, and deliver insights that Build a Better World. Maxar trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange and New York Stock Exchange as MAXR. For more information, visit www.maxar.com. | aerospace |
http://mythreecents.com/showReview.cgi?id=109036 | 2014-03-10T20:26:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-10/segments/1394011005264/warc/CC-MAIN-20140305091645-00058-ip-10-183-142-35.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.970872 | 136 | CC-MAIN-2014-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2014-10__0__91143150 | en | Korean Air Complaint - Smoking On Board Has Destroyed Me
ASIA -- Its been a few years scince but travelling at least twice a year from Asia to Los Angeles in flights 90% with incredibly stupid smokers has caused me horrible emphesyma. I used Korean Air because of cheape fares. I hated the arrogant unsmiliing staff and food. I flew at least 35 return flights. One especially the pilot was going to make an emergency landing to Alaska. The Korean passengers refused to head his anouncments to cease smoking!! Even their ashtrays were smoking. I'm checking to see if I can get a class action suit going. | aerospace |
https://eminetra.com/stowaways-survive-the-flight-from-guatemala-to-miami-hidden-in-the-landing-gear-of-the-plane-miami/856249/ | 2022-01-23T21:10:17 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320304309.59/warc/CC-MAIN-20220123202547-20220123232547-00040.warc.gz | 0.960755 | 582 | CC-MAIN-2022-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-05__0__8017632 | en | A storage hidden in the landing gear compartment of an American Airlines jet survived a flight from his home country. Guatemala He went to Miami, where he was handed over to the US Immigration Bureau and taken to a hospital for evaluation.
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection confirmed the case in a statement first quoted by Miami-based television station WTVJ. Posted video I shot a man at Miami International Airport shortly after the plane landed on Saturday.
The video resulting from Instagram’s social media page Only in Dade is vague but unscathed, sitting in the tarmac next to the plane in blue jeans, T-shirts, jackets and boots, as ground crew tend to. He showed a storage location that looked like he asked if he wanted water.
“U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) staff Miami The international airport has arrested a 26-year-old man who tried to evade detection in the landing gear compartment of an aircraft arriving from Guatemala on Saturday morning, “a CBP statement said.
“Individuals were evaluated by emergency medical services and taken to the hospital for medical evaluation,” the agency added. “This case is under investigation.”
American Airlines issued a statement that flight 1182 from Guatemala City to Miami arrived after 10 am local time and “meeted law enforcement agencies due to security issues.”
The airline did not provide further details other than saying it was supporting the investigation. Flights from Guatemala to Miami usually take about two and a half hours.
Guatemala accounts for the majority of the approximately 1.7 million immigrants arrested or expelled by US border guards over the past year, many of whom Central Americans have fled gangsters and exacerbated poverty.
Immigration lawyer Angel Leal told WTVJ that Guatemalan smugglers would be detained by CBP while facing a swift removal order.
The incident is reminiscent of August footage, with a desperate Afghan Hanging on the outside of a U.S. military freighter During a chaotic evacuation from Kabul after the Taliban troops took control of Afghanistan. Another video showed what the plane looked like it had fallen off when it took off from Kabul.
The Federal Aviation Administration refused to comment on Saturday’s case.
According to FAA, 129 people have attempted stowaways to wheelwells or other areas of commercial aircraft around the world since 1947. Authorities say 100 of them died from injuries or exposures.
A 16-year-old boy who escaped from home in one such incident in April 2014 Survived 5 hours in Wheelwell Of a jet airliner when it flew from California to Hawaii.
Stowaways survive the flight from Guatemala to Miami hidden in the landing gear of the plane | Miami
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http://blog.flightstory.net/256/a380-world-tour-continues-with-major-airports-in-asia-and-the-us/ | 2024-02-20T23:32:21 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473347.0/warc/CC-MAIN-20240220211055-20240221001055-00612.warc.gz | 0.92028 | 623 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__152252938 | en | Airbus’ A380 will embark for a series of demonstration tours starting on 30th August. Key airports in South-East-Asia and the U.S. will be visited.
The Asia-A380-tour will be conducted with flight-test-aircraft MSN 007, powered by four Rolls Royce Trend 900 engines. The world’s largest and most innovative passenger jet flying today is equipped with a full passenger cabin, which can comfortably carry 520 passengers in an extra quiet and relaxing three-class cabin-environment.
Airbus A380 World Tour Schedule
The International Airports to be visited are:
- Thailand, Bangkok / Chiang Mai — August 31 – September 2
- Vietnam, Hanoi — September 2-3
- China, Hongkong (Asian Aerospace) — September 3-5
- Korea, Seoul — September 5-7
The US-tour will take the A380 flight-test-aircraft MSN 009, powered by four Engine Alliance GP7200 engines, to the United States. The visits are part of the ongoing route proving process for this aircraft/engine-combination. The aircraft, which has no passenger-cabin, is on static display at the following airports:
- Connecticut, Bradley International Airport (BDL) — October 2-3
- Kentucky, Cincinnati/N. Kentucky Airport (CVG) — October 3-4
- California, San Francisco International Airport (SFO) — October 4-5
Updated destinations and dates at: Airbus A380 continues route proving tours
Both demonstration tours are part of the extensive campaign to prepare the A380 for a smooth entry into service. Operating under typical airline conditions, both aircraft will undergo airport compatibility checks, ground handling and maintenance procedures to confirm its readiness to enter service. The A380 has already visited more than 45 airports and by 2011, more than 70 airports will be ready for A380 operations.
Total orders and commitments for the A380 are 173 by 14 customers. The first customer A380 will be delivered to Singapore Airlines in October. Subsequent aircraft, for delivery to Singapore Airlines, Emirates Airlines and Qantas, are also well on track.
The A380 will provide more comfort in every class and more open space for relaxation than any other aircraft. Passengers will enjoy a new way of flying while benefiting from the quietest cabin in the sky. The aircrafts‘ efficiency and advanced technologies will result in outstanding economics and higher operational flexibility as seat-mile costs are 20 percent lower and range 15 percent greater compared to today’s existing large aircrafts.
Being cleaner, greener, quieter and smarter, the A380 is already setting new standards for transport and the environment. Per passenger, the A380 is as fuel efficient as a small economical family car. Requiring shorter runways for take off and landing, the A380 also provides vital extra passenger capacity without increasing the number of flights. So the aircraft is an ideal solution to today’s congested airports. | aerospace |
https://businesscloud.co.uk/news/royal-mail-to-become-first-uk-carrier-to-use-drones/ | 2022-08-10T23:08:32 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571222.74/warc/CC-MAIN-20220810222056-20220811012056-00451.warc.gz | 0.928113 | 416 | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-33__0__40381802 | en | Royal Mail has become the first UK parcel carrier to use drones (specifically unmanned aerial vehicles) to transport parcels to its recipients.
It has joined forces with a consortium of established UK drone companies including DronePrep, Skyports and fast-growing tech firm what3words to arrange an initial drone delivery to a remote lighthouse on the Isle of Mull this month.
Next year the consortium will undertake a consultation with islanders on the use of drones to deliver to rural communities on the Isle of Mull – the second-largest island of the Inner Hebrides.
It will focus on engaging with the community to explore the viability of using drones in the area, where Skyports is already using its drones to help NHS Scotland with the response to COVID-19.
To enable this for the trial, Royal Mail is asking recipients to provide the what3words address, a 3 metre by 3 metre square, that corresponds to the precise landing point for delivery of Royal Mail parcels via the drone from the Royal Mail van.
Tom Nunn, local postman for Isle of Mull, welcomed the new tech, saying some of the houses on the Isle of Mull include a thirty-minute walk to the front door.
“I am very pleased to be involved in this fantastic trial. It is an exciting opportunity to test out new ways of working to support us posties that deliver in some of the most remote areas of the UK,” he said.
Nick Landon, Chief Commercial Officer at Royal Mail, added: “We’ve seen a huge increase in parcel volumes this year and this is just one of the ways we are looking at to support our frontline delivery staff and deliver fast, convenient and green services for all of our customers.”
Gareth Whatmore, CEO of DronePrep & Consortia Lead, said: “We are both delighted and proud to lead on this innovative collaborative project and for the DronePrep platform to help in determining future UAV flight and delivery opportunity for Royal Mail and the local community.” | aerospace |
https://astrobotic-technology-inc.synchr-recruit.com/job/679980/propulsion-engineer | 2024-02-25T02:36:43 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474573.20/warc/CC-MAIN-20240225003942-20240225033942-00417.warc.gz | 0.884049 | 841 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__47465854 | en | Astrobotic Technology, Inc. is a space robotics company that seeks to make space accessible to the world. The company’s suite of lunar landers delivers payloads to the Moon for companies, governments, universities, non-profits, and individuals. The company is also developing advanced space robotics capabilities such as terrain relative navigation, mobile robotics for lunar surface operations, and reliable computing systems for mission-critical applications. Originally spun out of Carnegie Mellon University in 2007, Astrobotic is pioneering affordable planetary access that promises to spark a new era of exploration, science, tourism, resource utilization, and mining. Astrobotic’s headquarters is in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with a second location in Mojave, California.
Astrobotic wants you to be a critical contributor to the design, test, and integration of the propulsion systems for Astrobotic's lunar lander product lines. You will be responsible for working directly on the design and analysis of the propulsion systems, from initial component sizing to system layout and modeling through to supporting mission operations. You will regularly report to the Propulsion Lead on progress.
- Design spacecraft feed systems
- Performance modeling using a combination of analytical tools and methods
- Size components (engines, tanks, valves, tubing, etc.) to meet mission requirements
- Risk assessment and mitigation planning
- Perform component and system trade studies through analysis, testing and integration
- Develop propulsion test plans, conduct the testing, and post-process the results
- Provide real time mission operations support
- Write and present technical reports
- Coordinate between technical partners, suppliers, and other subsystems to assess design progress, schedule, and risks
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
- 2+ years of relevant experience in spacecraft propulsion system or component development
- Experience designing and analyzing high-pressure fluid and/or pneumatic systems
- Proven capability to develop conceptual designs, perform trade studies, and down select to a design baseline
- Proficient in CAD (SolidWorks preferred) and lifecycle management tools
- Adaptable to a startup environment, able to self-start with minimal guidance
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with changing needs and requirements
Desired Skills & Qualifications:
- M.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
- 5+ years of relevant experience in spacecraft propulsion system or component development
- Experience with hypergolic liquid bipropellant engine systems
- Experience with transient flow analysis (Easy5 preferred)
- Knowledge of propellant mixing, temperature control and combustion chemistry
- Understanding of pressure vessel specifications and requirements
- Knowledge of Range Safety and Ground Safety requirements
- Experience with Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD, ANSYS Fluent preferred)
- Knowledge of scripting languages, such as Fortran or Matlab
The base salary range represents the low and high end of the anticipated salary range for this position. The actual base salary offered for this position will depend on numerous factors including individual performance, business objectives, and the candidates professional experience. Base salary is just one component of Astrobotic’s competitive total rewards strategy.
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Astrobotic Technology, Inc. does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to email@example.com. | aerospace |
http://dayviews.com/dennislward/521786815/ | 2021-09-16T14:53:48 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-39/segments/1631780053657.29/warc/CC-MAIN-20210916145123-20210916175123-00335.warc.gz | 0.897675 | 173 | CC-MAIN-2021-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-39__0__181532356 | en | Wednesday 14 December 2016 photo 1/2
The global Positioning procedure's constellation of orbiting satellites is managed with the aid of the us Air drive 50th space Wing. The unit is the host wing at Schriever Air force Base, located in east Colorado Springs, Colorado. They are responsible for monitoring and keeping the command and control, warning, navigational, and communications satellites for Air force space Command as well as the global Positioning method satellites. Full Operational capacity was declared by means of NAVSTAR in April 1995 (NAVSTAR is an acronym for NAVigation satellite Timing and Ranging, and is the legit U.S. Government name given to the GPS satellite approach).
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https://legend.aero/careers-ap-aircraft-mechanic/ | 2023-09-26T00:17:46 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510100.47/warc/CC-MAIN-20230925215547-20230926005547-00209.warc.gz | 0.904363 | 454 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__29375133 | en | A&P Aircraft Mechanic
with “Preferred experience” on Light sport, Cubs, J3, PA-11, PA-18, Super Cub, Restoration Specialist
Aircraft Mechanic is responsible for assembly of new production aircraft and maintenance functions. Mechanic must understand and have passion on working on tube and fabric aircraft. Other job requirements include GA maintenance on piston aircraft, aircraft restoration work, sheet metal fabrication, fabrication of parts. sheet metal, engine repair and trouble shooting.
Legend Aircraft team is looking for positive minded and self motivated team players.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
- Aircraft maintenance, assembly, preventive maintenance, alterations on Light General Aviation piston aircraft, engines and parts.
- Must have basic tools for aircraft.
- Perform and complete jobs, tasks and work with other A&Ps and non certified mechanics.
- Follow all applicable specifications to accomplish a specific task.
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
- Perform work within estimated hours.
- Follow all safety procedures and specifications in accordance with applicable company, FAA, and customer standards of quality.
- Execute all required paperwork in connection with assigned normal duties.
- Use and operate ground support equipment, as applicable and if qualified, in a safe manner.
- Work with little or no supervision and accomplish assignments with little or no rework.
- Assist other employees in the performance of their job assignments through coaching, counseling, and guidance.
- Interface effectively with members of management, other departments, and co-workers.
- Compensation based upon skill level and certifications.
- Plus is having a passion for tube and fabric aircraft with well-rounded maintenance background in piston aircraft.
- MINIMUM: High School diploma or equivalent.
- Must provide own tools as indicated on company tool list.
- Language (read, write, speak, and understand English).
- Two (2) or more years experience on GA aircraft or Commercial aircraft or two (2) or more years proven performance within company.
- PREFERRED but Not Necessary: – FAA Airframe and Powerplant or FAA Airframe certificate. – IA certificate is a plus. | aerospace |
https://dirkdeklein.net/2018/02/20/who-needs-the-moon-anyway-when-the-us-wanted-to-nuke-the-moon/ | 2023-03-30T01:50:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296949093.14/warc/CC-MAIN-20230330004340-20230330034340-00635.warc.gz | 0.970877 | 387 | CC-MAIN-2023-14 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__132395163 | en | Project A119 was the designated name by the US Air Force to detonate a nuclear bomb on the moon.
The project was called “A Study of Lunar Research Flights” aka ” Project A119 and was developed by the U.S. Air Force in the late 1950s.
The aim was to intimidate the Soviet Union, who at that time were winning the space race, by seeing the nuclear flash from Earth.
The explosion would of course be best on the dark side of the moon for the best possible effect.
One of the leaders of the project, physicist Leonard Reiffel, figured hitting the moon with an intercontinental ballistic missile would have been relatively easy to accomplish, including hitting the target with an accuracy of approximately two miles. The accuracy would have been particularly important as the Air Force wanted the resulting explosion to be clearly visible from Earth.
The Soviet Union had successfully launched the Sputnik 1 on October 4th 1957, and the US was in need of some morale boost.
Project A119 was cancelled though in 1959, for fears that a failed explosion on the moon might have might have adverse effects on Earth.
Thankfully the used a different approach by sending the first man to moon , a decade later,
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https://orbit-cs.com/ground-stations | 2024-04-14T18:42:44 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816893.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20240414161724-20240414191724-00488.warc.gz | 0.897013 | 332 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__117444022 | en | search and rescue, reconnaissance, surveying, and
surveillance is commonplace, yet each installation is unique.
Different organizations have different requirements – scale,
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Orbit’s ground station solutions for tracking LEO and MEO satellites deliver the high performance and accuracy needed for optimal satellite communication. We support multiple frequency ranges with a number of antenna sizes | aerospace |
https://www.samuseum.sa.gov.au/visit/her-story-online/pamela-melroy | 2023-12-11T14:45:14 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679515260.97/warc/CC-MAIN-20231211143258-20231211173258-00185.warc.gz | 0.984478 | 1,233 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__162363865 | en | Pam Melroy is a retired United States Air Force officer, NASA Astronaut, and Space Shuttle Commander.
Pam went on three Space Shuttle missions: STS-92 Discovery in 2000; STS-112 Atlantis in 2002; and STS -120 in 2007, as Mission Commander. They were all assembly missions to help build the International Space Station. Pam is one of only two women to have commanded the Space Shuttle.
Her father was a US Air Force officer and computer scientist. Little girls in the '60s were generally not encouraged to play with toy airplanes, but Pam was always interested in flying. She wished she could fly up into the clouds. She would line her dolls up, hold them by the head and fly them around. She’d pretend they were magic and had dreams that they could fly.
Pam and her father
Pam remembers being interested in space from a young age: when she was eight, the whole family gathered to watch the first moon landing on TV and shortly after Pam told her parents she wanted to be an astronaut. She knows of a lot of young girls that were told, “Sorry. Girls can't be astronauts”, but her parents said, “Okay. Yeah, you can go be an astronaut.” She feels the most important thing her parents always told her was that she could be anything she wanted. She watched all six moon landings over the next three years, and throughout all her schooling she was telling everyone that she was going to be an astronaut. “It was the second thing you learned about me after my name - I'm Pam Melroy, and I'm going to be an astronaut.” People would sign her high school yearbooks with “see you in space”.
This is Pam’s NASA helmet that she used when flying in the T-38. This aircraft is a supersonic jet trainer used for pilot astronauts to maintain proficiency as pilots, and also for mission specialist (scientist) astronauts to get experience working as a crewmember.
When Pam was young, astronauts were always test pilots first: a scientist or engineer experimenting with airplanes. Knowing this, Pam first went to university and earned a bachelor’s degree in physics and astronomy, followed by a master's in earth and planetary sciences. After this, she was accepted into the pilot program. She loved flying so it was a good fit for her. Astronauts also need good interpersonal skills and enjoy being physical and active. Pam is short and said “hauling myself up into an airplane was always a gymnastic feat.” Nowadays having a job in the space industry doesn't necessarily mean being an astronaut, as there are so many other jobs that play a part.
This is Pam’s military flight jacket, with her Air Force Major rank insignia. This was her rank while flying as a test pilot
On the jacket is also her Graduate USAF Test Pilot School patch and C-17 patch. Pam was a test pilot on the initial developmental test team for the C-17 and wore this jacket when flying the first ever C-17 air show performance.
Pam experienced the effects of gender bias, particularly early in her career. Being one of the only women in a group could be very challenging. However, wanting to be an astronaut is a big goal, so she focused on not letting any of the nonsense get in the way. “I had a reason to put up with it and to figure out how to manage it.” She found humour and friendliness important. She built relationships, demonstrated capability, and wasn't afraid to get her hands dirty. “You just put your head down and do it because you really want it. Then all of a sudden, you're not a ‘woman pilot’; you're just Pam, and you're part of the team.” She admits she’s also pretty stubborn saying. “I think the world has changed somewhat, but not completely to a place where you don't have to be super stubborn or have some grand reason to put up with inappropriate behaviour.
Pam graduating as a US Air Force test pilot in 1991
When Pam left the astronaut office she knew that she only wanted to work on big ideas. Her choices since have been driven by that. She came to live and work part of the year in Adelaide after a call from an old friend. He said, “I think we're going to start a space agency in Australia. Would you like to come help us?” Getting a new space industry launched is a very big idea, and Pam says it’s been an exciting project. “A career in the space industry has never been more exciting than now.”
I really love strategic, complex problems like, "How are we going to change the world?" Well, you don't change the world just by changing one thing. You have to look at it as a full system and say, "How are we going to do that?"
We don't have the words to really describe the whole experience in space. It's like no other.
“These badges are from Pam’s 3 missions with NASA. She has logged 924 hours in space, which adds up to over 38 days. Her missions were:
STS-92 Discovery in 2000 as pilot, STS-112 Atlantis in 2002 as pilot, and STS-120 Discovery in 2007 as Mission Commander. STS stands for “Space Transportation System” which is the official designation of the Space Shuttle.”
You need to just pick something you really love, and then go off and become good at it, and demonstrate your expertise.
This Anne McCaffrey book has been in space on Space Shuttle mission STS-92. As you'll see from the video above, Pam loves reading and always took books to space with her. The book had to be patched up with duct tape on orbit.
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https://balleralert.com/profiles/blogs/delta-unveils-new-seat-prototype-for-wheelchair-users/ | 2023-09-28T02:21:18 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510334.9/warc/CC-MAIN-20230927235044-20230928025044-00617.warc.gz | 0.94786 | 465 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__153632586 | en | Delta Air Lines has introduced a new seat design that will make it easier for wheelchair users to travel.
The first-of-its-kind kind airplane seat debuted at the annual Aircraft Interiors Expo in Germany. The new design would allow travelers who use a powered wheelchair to remain in their own wheelchairs during the entire flight while still having access to a headrest, tray table, and cocktail table, Delta’s website stated.
Delta Flight Products (DFP) partnered with UK-based consortium Air4All to build a seat that not only converts a standard passenger seat to an accommodation for wheelchair restraint but it will also facilitate a more seamless boarding and disembarking experience for PRM.
“DFP [Delta Flight Products] delivers highly engineered products and services to fill service gaps, solve operational challenges, and transform the experience of customers and crewmembers,” Rick Salanitri, the president of Delta Flight Products, said in a statement.
“Air4All is collaborating with DFP and our strong production and manufacturing capabilities to explore new ways to deliver equal access to comfort, safety, and dignity for all customers. This patented design offers new possibilities for customers with disabilities to enjoy a travel experience they truly deserve.”
“An innovation like this in air travel provides those with reduced mobility a safe and comfortable way for them to travel and remain in their own power wheelchair,” said Chris Wood, Founder of Flying Disabled. “It has taken truly a collaborative effort to develop this seat and we believe this product provides an optimal solution for all parties.”
The next step is for the innovative seat design to get certified and forego rounds of testing, Travel + Leisure reported.
Delta already offers designated aisle wheelchairs and wheelchair assistants to assist travelers in wheelchairs getting to and from their seats. Most of Delta’s aircraft have an onboard wheelchair “specially designed to fit within the aisle of the aircraft and for use to and from the lavatory,” but it may not fit inside the bathrooms.
Delta Flight Products (DFP) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Delta Air Lines, which is committed to and has long engaged in a variety of initiatives to increase air travel accessibility while continuously innovating and evolving in this space. | aerospace |
https://sentryparentalcontrols.com/japan-received-rq-4b-surveillance-drone-with-eiss-from-raytheon/ | 2022-09-27T21:14:48 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-40/segments/1664030335058.80/warc/CC-MAIN-20220927194248-20220927224248-00253.warc.gz | 0.919388 | 784 | CC-MAIN-2022-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-40__0__147244059 | en | Japan received RQ-4B surveillance drone with EISS from Raytheon
WASHINGTON – The first Northrop Grumman RQ-4B Global Hawk was delivered to Japan on Saturday, BulgarianMilitary.com learned, citing FlugRevue. The unmanned military drone for surveillance and reconnaissance arrived at Misawa Air Base after a flight from California, USA.
Japan has purchased three RQ-4B Global Hawks “to gather intelligence in relatively remote areas of Japan and to provide continuous aerial surveillance in high-tension situations.” The Global Hawks must “to make a significant contribution to the operational reinforcement of the self-defense forces and to Japanese-American interoperability”, the Japanese Ministry of Defense said in a statement.
Japan’s first RQ-4B made its maiden flight on April 15, 2021 from Palmdale, California. The Japanese command’s second drone was also built and made its first flight in June of the same year.
The idea for Japan to acquire the RQ-4B Global Hawk arose in 2013 after North Korea conducted its third nuclear test. A government-level contract was signed in October 2017, and Northrop Grumman was awarded the contract the following year. The US Air Force Life Cycle Management Center is responsible for procurement on behalf of the US government. The acquisition cost of the three unmanned military reconnaissance aircraft is $1.2 billion.
RQ-4B World Falcon
Northrop Grumman RQ-4 Global Hawk is a high altitude remotely piloted surveillance aircraft. It is in service with the United States, South Korea and Japan, and five units have been sold to NATO for special intelligence operations. In the United States, in addition to the US Air Force, the RQ-4 Global Hawk is also used by NASA.
The RQ-4 Global Hawk is 14.5 meters long, over 4 meters high and, at full wingspan, is 39.9 meters wide. It is powered by a Rolls-Royce F137-RR-100 turbofan engine, which provides it with a 7,600 lbf [34 kN] dive.
Its autonomy is 22,780 km and can stay in the air for more than 32 hours. It can reach a top speed of 628 km/h, while its cruising speed is 570 km/h.
The RQ-4 Global Hawk features Raytheon Technologies Intelligence & Space’s enhanced integrated sensor suite [EISS]. This package enables the RQ-4 Global Hawk to scan and map large geographic areas with high image resolution.
To provide Global Hawk with its broad sensing, night vision, and radar detection capabilities, EISS combines cloud-penetrating synthetic aperture radar [SAR] antenna with a mobile target indicator on the ground [GMTI]high resolution electro-optics [EO] digital camera and infrared [IR] sensor. A common signal processor, acting as an airborne supercomputer, ensures that all elements work together.
Complementing Raytheon Intelligence & Space’s powerful sensors, multi-INT upgrades are available to complement the aircraft’s already superior electronics. These include communications, signals and electronic intelligence capabilities [COMINT, SIGINT, ELINT] which increase the mission adaptability of the aircraft.
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https://www.ntd.tv/inspiring/top-hot/teen-pilot-makes-emergency-crash-landing-wheel-falls-off-midflight.html | 2019-02-17T17:24:37 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-09/segments/1550247482186.20/warc/CC-MAIN-20190217152248-20190217174248-00326.warc.gz | 0.971804 | 576 | CC-MAIN-2019-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-09__0__54009176 | en | It’s hard to say how we might react in an airplane emergency—imagine learning that the wheel fell off your airplane while in mid-flight!
That’s exactly what happened to Maggie Taraska from Gloucester, Massachusetts when her plane took off from Beverly Airport. The thing is, Maggie is 17 years old, and she was also the pilot, flying solo.
It was supposed to be her first flight across the country … until something went very wrong.
17 year old solo student pilot Maggie Taraska successfully landed a PA-28-161 Warrior at Beverly Airport yesterday after losing a wheel on departure.
With the reassuring assistance of the Tower and instructor she walked away from the aircraft unhurt. pic.twitter.com/nfhBFfRmdj
— Flight Alerts (@FlightAlerts777) September 10, 2018
“I heard something, and I kind of just felt something was wrong instinctively,” Maggie explained. She soon got a radio call from air traffic control telling her that her right main wheel had just fallen off her airplane.
The teen quickly came to grips with a terrifying reality, “I realized I’m all alone. There’s no one that can take over for me, I have to do it myself.”
That’s when Maggie’s last 3 years of training took over, though a very real fear could be heard in her voice over the radio. “Can I circle back to land?” she asked pleadingly.
“Affirmative,” replied the air traffic controller, who tried to ease her fears.
Maggie later recounted, “You have to go back to the basics, and you just have to remember what you’re doing and how you are going to do it.”
Then she seemed to regain her confidence and maneuvered her Piper PA28 preparing to perform a controlled crash landing. Upon seeing emergency lights flashing near the landing area down below, though, she began to think not everyone though it was going to end well.
Yet, despite having only 60 hours of flight under her belt, Maggie performed a textbook crash landing, with the precision of an experienced pilot. She hit a few signs, but the aircraft didn’t flip, thankfully, as she has expected it to. And Maggie came out with just a few scratches, but was all but unharmed.
From the ordeal, Maggie took away an important lesson, something we should all learn from, “Bad things happen all the time, and it can’t deter you from doing what you want to do or doing what you love.”
Five days later, Maggie took off again. She said, “everything is going to go fine.” | aerospace |
https://www.najox.com/category/plane | 2023-12-06T05:15:57 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100583.13/warc/CC-MAIN-20231206031946-20231206061946-00618.warc.gz | 0.967125 | 457 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__283626773 | en | Planes accompany humankind for not such a long time: only since 1903 when the first-ever plane was designed and built (by the Wright brothers). So, on December 17, 2023, there is the 120th anniversary of a plane. However, humanity always wanted to fly. Enthusiasts have designed artificial wings and attached them to their hands (but not every such attempt was successful and a person stayed alive). Other people, who could not do such, watched the birds in the sky and dreamt they could soar the same.
Things have changed and today, it is a routine to get to a plane to take a flight. And it is nearly a routine to fly like a bird — take a paratrike or a paragliding carrier, a small two-person helicopter, or wear a suit of an air jumper and fly literally. Or buy a flight with one of the jetpacks behind your back — these are still costly but as science will progress, the prices will be dropping. Alternatively, there is an option to take a flight on a carrying quadrocopter, which is also rare but increasingly possible. (We even believe that quadrocopters seem to will be having a bigger market share than jetpacks when it will get to individual flights without a pilot).
As you can see, there are many ways to skip walking and start flying. Much more than people had in the 1900s. And that’s why we have gathered so many plane online games in this catalog you’re on: there are over 160 as of the moment & the number is gradually increasing.
In the segment of plane games to play for free, not only a plane is your company! There are jetpacks, cars, flying vehicles, super speedy action heroes like Sonic, war robots, spaceships, rockets, bombs, bubbles, paper planes, flying saucers, helicopters, birds, planets, asteroids, sky gliders, kites, and other flying and hovering objects.
Although it is nearly always about the speed of flying and your reaction to overcome the level’s obstacles, the gamers of plane online free games will meet here jigsaws, paint-up games, riddles, runners, and even zombie hunters. | aerospace |
https://buzzsight.co/quizzes/details/id/13402/lang/en/type/longanswer?month=202306 | 2023-09-26T19:25:03 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510219.5/warc/CC-MAIN-20230926175325-20230926205325-00466.warc.gz | 0.718609 | 306 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__62474415 | en | Reach For The Stars: Test Your Astronomy Knowledge!
Via The Conversation
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Which planet is the largest in the solar system?
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What is the name of the star that our solar system is orbiting?
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What is the Milky Way?
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What is the name of the brightest star in the night sky?
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Which constellation is the most recognizable in the night sky?
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What is the name of the asteroid belt that lies between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter?
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What is the name of the first person to walk on the moon?
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What is the name of the space telescope that was launched in 1990?
Hubble Space Telescope
James Webb Space Telescope
Chandra X-ray Observatory
Spitzer Space Telescope | aerospace |
http://www.odp.org/Regional/North_America/United_States/Government/Military/Navy/Installations/Naval_Air_Stations | 2022-06-29T07:42:50 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-27/segments/1656103624904.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20220629054527-20220629084527-00698.warc.gz | 0.900033 | 103 | CC-MAIN-2022-27 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-27__0__116909468 | en | Sites related to U.S. Naval Air Stations and their tenants. Also included are sites related to Naval Support Activity installations, Air Bases, Air Facilities, Out-Lying Fields, and Air Landing Facilities .
Summaries for most U.S. naval facilities.
Thanks to DMOZ, which built a great web directory for nearly two decades and freely shared it with the web. About us | aerospace |
http://www.king5.com/story/local/2015/05/22/13259134/ | 2015-06-03T22:32:36 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-22/segments/1433195036984.20/warc/CC-MAIN-20150601214356-00067-ip-10-180-206-219.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.981274 | 706 | CC-MAIN-2015-22 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2015-22__0__146203295 | en | NAMPA, Idaho -- It was a trip down memory lane Tuesday for one Idaho World War II veteran at the Nampa Municipal Airport.
Ninety-three-year-old Chet Bowers served as a bomber plane pilot for the 100th Bombing Group, of the Mighty 8th Army Air Force out of England.
Bowers now calls Idaho home. The last time he set foot on a B-17 was on June 6,1944, also known as D-Day.
We were supporting the troops, he said of the mission.
Thousands of aircraft supported the invasion into Normandy that year, and during the mission thousands were killed and wounded.
Although Bowers' career as a pilot ended decades ago, his memories of that era flew again Tuesday.
Well it's kind of a tribute to the old geezers still left walking around, Bowers laughed while explaining Tuesday s event. And uh, there are getting to be very few of us around.
The Experimental Aircraft Association is offering rides and tours of the Aluminum Overcast B-17 bomber.
On Tuesday, Bowers was an honored flight guest along with his 12-year-old grandson Pete for the 15-minute flight over the valley.
Oh, I just kind of felt that feeling of warmth and kindred with the damn thing, said Bowers of the B-17.
He was able to ride in the cockpit of the plane.
I was able to look around and see the bulk heads, and the structure of the fuselage, and watch the wing flaps and see everything work from right there. A bird's perfect view, said Bowers.
At the end of his D-Day mission, Bowers had completed his duty and was released from combat flying. He walked away from the B-17 and that was the last time he saw one.
(It's) like friendship with an old old friend, he said. It brought back many memories I haven't thought of for years and year and years.
All eyes were on Bowers when the flight was over and the B-17 was safely back on the runway at the Nampa Airport.
What a ride, what a ride. God fantastic, choked me up, he said as he exited the plane.
His mind filled with images of years gone by, but this time he was sharing those moments with a different generation.
His grandson Pete looked at his grandfather and couldn t help but be proud.
Do you think he's a hero? asked KTVB.
Oh yeah, big hero, replied Pete.
According to Bowers, there aren t very many of the historic B-17s left to admire or even fly in.
Eleven or twelve, he said. They better take care of them. It s a gorgeous old bird.
However, there are also only a handful of World War II pilots, like Bowers, left in the world to admire as well.
In my old age, we are a disappearing breed. It sure brought back some memories that touched my heart, he said.
Ground tours of the historic Aluminum Overcast B-17 Bomber plane are available again May 29th.
Admission is free to veterans, $10 for individuals and $20 for families. Advanced pricing for a flight in the B-17 is available on a first come first serve basis.
You can get more information by calling 800-359-6217. | aerospace |
https://www.spacegeneration.org/en/home/1973-sf-flag-april-2017.html | 2018-01-17T07:25:25 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-05/segments/1516084886830.8/warc/CC-MAIN-20180117063030-20180117083030-00490.warc.gz | 0.95299 | 207 | CC-MAIN-2018-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-05__0__155245619 | en | 5 May 2017
On Wednesday, 5 April 2017, during the opening of the third day of the 33rd Space Symposium in Colorado Springs, SGAC had the honor of presenting the Space Foundation with an SGAC flag flown in space to commemorate their long term support of our organization. This flag was one of 25 SGAC flags flows on the Orion EFT-1 mission in 2014, thanks to the support of Lockheed Martin.
SGAC has formed a strong and long term partnership with the Space Foundation, holding the annual Space Generation Fusion Forum in conjunction with the Space Symposium for the past 6 years. In addition, Space Foundation has supported many of the SGAC activities during the past few years.
To celebrate this long term collaboration, and recognize the dedication of the Space Foundation in mentoring the next generation of space sector leaders, SGAC presented Space Foundation with one of our flags flown in space.
SGAC wishes to thank Space Foundation for their continued support, and looks forward to many more years of collaboration to come! | aerospace |
https://nano-tsunami.com/the-tornado-gr4-flown-in-iraq-afghanistan-and-syria-is-on-permanent-display-in-perth/ | 2022-07-05T07:31:23 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-27/segments/1656104514861.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20220705053147-20220705083147-00184.warc.gz | 0.972761 | 796 | CC-MAIN-2022-27 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-27__0__264390080 | en | Perth Aviation Heritage Museum is celebrating the arrival of a Tornado GR4 to its collection of historic aircraft after a long campaign.
Royal Australian Air Force Association (RAAFA) WA chief Ian Craig said the organization had started applying to get the plane, which the public will be able to view from next month at the Bull Creek Museum, UK United three years ago.
“We launched this campaign in June 2019, so it’s been exactly three years,” Mr Craig told Christine Layton on ABC Radio Perth.
“It’s the only Tornado in the world, the GR4, [on display] outside the UK.
Wing Commander Erica Ferguson, head of Royal Air Force (RAF) heritage and histories, said choosing the RAAFA museum from the 63 applications she received for the decommissioned aircraft was an easy decision.
“When I saw how great the stories already told at Bull Creek were and how incredibly knowledgeable and dedicated the volunteers and staff were, the choice was pretty easy to make,” she said.
“My job is to ensure that the important stories of the men and women of the Royal Air Force can be told to a wide audience, and what wider audience could we have than here in Western Australia?
Indispensable for preserving military history
Wing Commander Ferguson began his career as an air traffic controller, largely controlling the tornadoes that were the backbone of RAF operations for over 30 years.
“It’s a versatile combat aircraft. We had fighter variants, bomber variants and photo reconnaissance aircraft,” she said.
“This one [brought to Perth] was one of the ground attack aircraft.
“Most recently, in 2019, just before this aircraft was taken out of service, it was taking part in operations over Syria against ISIS.”
Not all decommissioned military aircraft go to museums, but Wing Commander Ferguson said it was considered essential that some did.
“It’s important because it’s a tool to tell the important stories of those who have flown and operated the aircraft over time.”
Airborne treasure arrives by sea
Although a high-powered machine, the Tornado was not flown to Perth from the UK, but dismantled and shipped.
“To fly here would have been a huge cost and logistical issue with refueling and staging at different locations. It was much more efficient to bring it in by boat,” the wing commander said. Ferguson.
“It took about six weeks on the ship, we all became shipwatchers.
“Then I brought in a team of six technicians from the Royal Air Force who put it back together. It’s a complicated plane because it has pivoting wings, wings that can move backwards to increase speed.”
Tornado brings the collection into a new era
Mr Craig said the arrival of the Tornado had generated enormous excitement within the community, particularly among veterans.
“We have a whole Tornado community in Australia, so many exchange pilots who have actually flown our planes. There are a lot of technicians who have worked on them in the UK,” he said.
He said it also brought the collection into a new era of thinking about more recent wars and conflicts.
“We have one of 17 Lancasters left in the world, we have a Spitfire, we have a Dakota, we have a Catalina,” he said.
“Our collection is world renowned and it’s here in little old Perth at Bull Creek, it’s just amazing that we have this collection here.
“What the Tornado really means is that we are now entering a new era of more modern aircraft.
The public’s first chance to see the tornado will be during a community opening weekend on July 2-3. | aerospace |
https://ancraaircraft.com/interior-cargo-fittings/anchor-plates-track/clear-anodized-medium-duty-aircraft-track/ | 2023-09-21T22:26:53 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506045.12/warc/CC-MAIN-20230921210007-20230922000007-00083.warc.gz | 0.958351 | 138 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__186609573 | en | Ancra Aircraft’s Anodized Medium-Duty Aircraft Track can be used for securing seats as well as various types of loads, working to keep everything completely immobile throughout travel. They are built with the strength needed to keep a solid and long-lasting grip over cargo and such.
Lightweight and easily installable, the Aircraft Track is engineered from aluminum alloy extrusion and is comprised of a series of anchor points, each designed to work together with the tie down assembly or the net to prevent cargo, seats, etc. from falling over, bumping into each other, or moving in general. They’re a permanent solution to your securement problems. | aerospace |
https://www.pakistankakhudahafiz.com/air-chief-marshal-sohail-aman-awarded-the-highest-military-award-of-us/ | 2022-08-15T13:58:07 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572174.8/warc/CC-MAIN-20220815115129-20220815145129-00675.warc.gz | 0.969048 | 323 | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-33__0__71448250 | en | Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Sohail Aman, was awarded the United States Legion of Merit — the highest military award of US armed forces awarded to any foreign military high official — on Monday.
The military award was presented by Commander US Air Forces Central Command, Lieutenant General Jeffrey L Harrigian, on behalf of Chief of Staff US Air Force General David L Goldfein — who witnessed the ceremony through a video link to the Air Headquarters.
According to a Pakistan Air Force (PAF) press release, the award has been conferred on Air Chief Aman “in recognition of his leadership, sagacity, vision, demonstration of superb resolve and unwavering dedication to the global war on terrorism.”
The award is also an acknowledgment of his personal efforts, which greatly enhanced mutual cooperation and relations between the two air forces, the PAF press release said.
During the ceremony, the US Air Force chief of staff lauded the PAF air chief’s strong commitment in the fight against terrorism and tireless advocacy for the advancement of PAF capabilities.
According to the US air chief, Chief Aman’s advocacy has greatly contributed in bringing peace and stability to the region.
Chief Goldfein was of the opinion that that Chief Aman’s personal initiative proved critical to the successful conduct of the war against terrorism around the world.
Later, Lt Gen Harrigian called on the Chief Aman in his office to discuss matters of mutual interest.
During the meeting, the air chief reiterated his resolve to further enhance mutual cooperation between the two air forces. | aerospace |
https://www.knmi.nl/kennis-en-datacentrum/publicatie/ozone-monitoring-instrument-in-flight-performance-and-calibration | 2023-10-01T01:14:26 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510734.55/warc/CC-MAIN-20231001005750-20231001035750-00739.warc.gz | 0.770899 | 181 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__7933611 | en | The Ozone Monitoring Instrument (OMI) was launched on 15 July 2004 on NASA’s EOS AURA satellite. The OMI instrument is an ultraviolet-visible imaging spectrograph that uses two-dimensional CCD detectors to register both the spectrum and the swath perpendicular to the flight direction with a 115 degrees wide swath, which enables global daily ground coverage with high spatial resolution. This paper presents a number of in-flight radiometric and spectral instrument performance and calibration results.
MR Dobber, R Dirksen, PF Levelt, GHJ van den Oord, R Voors, Q Kleipool, G Jaross, M Kowalewski. Ozone Monitoring Instrument in-flight performance and calibration
Conference: Optical Systems Design 2005, Organisation: SPIE, Place: Jena, Germany, Year: 2005, First page: 0, Last page: 0 | aerospace |
http://radio-weblogs.com/0115950/2003/08/15.html | 2013-05-20T19:52:02 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-20/segments/1368699201808/warc/CC-MAIN-20130516101321-00060-ip-10-60-113-184.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.898269 | 188 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-20__0__177833317 | en | Another entry from the "No Shit!" Department
Canadians can't drive, Afghans say
There is a new hazard on Kabul's already dangerously chaotic roads; the Canadian army and its massive armoured vehicles have been getting into accidents at a rate that is alarming the otherwise fearless drivers of the Afghan capital.
WASHINGTON — An 11-pound airplane crossed the Atlantic last weekend and flew into history. It carried no passengers and no cargo — except for the 20-year-old dream of a retired engineer from Silver Spring, Md.
The model airplane's flight started Saturday night at Cape Spear, Newfoundland, a few miles from where Amelia Earhart launched her historic flight in 1932, becoming the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic. Thirty-eight hours, 23 minutes after the model — dubbed Spirit of Butts Farm — took off, it touched down in Ireland, completing a quest that consumed Maynard Hill for at least two decades. | aerospace |
https://redditchstandard.co.uk/news/laser-attack-police-helicopter-redditch/ | 2020-01-25T09:19:51 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-05/segments/1579251671078.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20200125071430-20200125100430-00217.warc.gz | 0.973466 | 285 | CC-MAIN-2020-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-05__0__30250452 | en | A MAN has been arrested in connection with a laser strike on a police helicopter which occurred while officers were searching for a vulnerable missing person in Redditch.
The aircraft was flying over Batchley when it was targeted with a laser beam yesterday (Sunday) at about 3am and the National Police Air Service took to Twitter today to pinpoint the address of the ‘laser-lout’.
Concerns are growing among the Government, civil Aviation Authority and police services after more than 1,800 similar incidents have taken place over the last year.
Ollie Dismore, director of operations for the National Police Air Service said: “The impact on a pilot is at the very least distracting, but can be serious enough to cause temporary ‘flash’ blindness and in some cases , lasting eye damage.
“What may seem harmless fun to the culprit could potentially have devastating consequences for the crew and passengers in the aircraft as well as innocent members of public on the ground. In serious cases, using a laser pointer in this way can carry a prison sentence.
“We are working with colleagues from across the UK aviation sector in order to manage this risk and to reduce the number of flight crews that become victims of these attacks. We are currently conducting a laser eyewear protection trial which we hope will better support us to protect our staff against this threat in future.” | aerospace |
https://www.stevensaerospace.com/airframes/piaggio-authorized-service-center/ | 2020-10-27T00:48:42 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-45/segments/1603107892710.59/warc/CC-MAIN-20201026234045-20201027024045-00182.warc.gz | 0.927721 | 270 | CC-MAIN-2020-45 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-45__0__192347174 | en | Italian-based Piaggio Aerospace continues to build upon a 100-year legacy as engineers of some of the most innovative, elegant and distinctive high-performance turboprops in the business-class segment. As a Piaggio Authorized Service Center (ASC), Stevens Aerospace continues to provide the highest caliber of service to the Piaggio P180 Avanti series of airframes, including the flagship Avanti EVO.
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American Airlines Group Inc said it was aware that the resumption of service for its 737 MAX aircraft may be further delayed and said it was working with all customers impacted by any flight cancellations. Earlier on Monday, FAA spokesman Greg Martin said that “time is needed for additional work by Boeing as the result of an ongoing review of the 737 MAX Flight Control System to ensure that Boeing has identified and appropriately addressed all pertinent issues.” button cufflinks. Acting FAA Administrator Dan Elwell said last week the agency would not unground the planes until its analysis “of the facts and technical data indicate that it is appropriate.”..
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https://dronerules.eu/lv/recreational/eu_regulations_stakeholders | 2023-12-02T09:46:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100381.14/warc/CC-MAIN-20231202073445-20231202103445-00013.warc.gz | 0.922258 | 1,385 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__113410100 | en | EU Regulations Stakeholders
The European Parliament and the Council
The European Parliament and the Council of the European Union are the main co-decision-making bodies of the European Union. Under the ordinary legislative procedure, they are responsible for the negotiation and adoption of new EU laws based on proposals from the European Commission. Since 2015, both Institutions are actively working on the adoption of the first ever EU-wide rules for civil drones. More information about the ongoing reform is available on the website of the Parliament (here) and the Council (here).
The European Commission
The EC is the executive body of the European Union (EU). It has four main roles including the submission of legislative proposals to Parliament and the Council. Following the principle of subsidiarity, the EC estimated that an action was necessary at European level to regulate the drone industry more efficiently. A European Commission Strategy was consequently published in 2014 and later endorsed by the aviation community in the Riga Declaration. Today, EC services driving the ongoing reform are Directorate General Mobility and Transport (website) and Directorate General Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship and SMEs (website). The EC is also supported in its mission by EASA and other EU technical bodies.
The European Aviation Safety Agency
EASA is an executive agency of the EC with regulatory and executive tasks in the field of civil aviation (e.g. safety inspections, certification, etc.). EASA also provides expert advice to the EC in the field of civil drones and drafts the future European drone regulatory framework. More information about the current EASA proposal for the “open” and “specific” category is available on the EASA website (here).
National Aviation Authority
The European aviation safety system is based on the sharing of tasks and responsibilities between the EU and its Member States. In this system, National Aviation Authorities (NAAs) are responsible for the implementation of EU legislation and safety oversight at a national level. After the adoption of the EU reform on drone rules, NAAs will be responsible for the enforcement and safety oversight in the “Certified” and “open” category. They will be in their new tasks by EASA (e.g. by pooling and sharing resources) and the national qualified entities. A list of NAAs per country is available on our website (here).
National Qualified Entity (NQE)
EASA and the National Aviation Authorities are allowed to delegate certain tasks to organisations which possess the necessary skills and technical experience. In the future, a National Qualified Entity (NQE) will assist the Member States in the implementation of the European drone regulations in the “specific” category (e.g. by delivering authorisation to operators after careful assessment of the necessary documents). As stated in the European legislation, a NQE always remain under the control and responsibility of a NAA.
National Market Surveillance Authorities
EU Member States must ensure the proposer surveillance of their markets to guarantee that mass-market products are compliant with EU harmonisation requirements. In the future, National Market Surveillance Authorities will be responsible for the enforcement of EU rules in the “Open” category. By verifying that mass-produced drones placed on the market are labeled with the “CE marking” and sold with a Safety Information Notice. More information is available on the website of Directorate General Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship and SMEs (here).
The SESAR Joint Undertaking
SESAR JU is responsible for the technological & operational aspects of the Single European Sky (SES) initiative to meet future capacity and air safety needs. Founded in 2007 by the EU & EUROCONTROL to coordinate all relevant research & development efforts, its mission is to develop a modernised air traffic management system for Europe. SESAR JU actively works on the development of innovative solutions to allow the safe integration of drones in the airspace. It recently received a mandate from the EC to initiate preparatory work on the concept of “U-Space” to enable the use of fully automated drones in the low-level airspace. SESAR JU also co-finances U-Space demonstration projects across Europe. More information is available on the SESAR JU website (here).
EUROCONTROL is an intergovernmental organisation based in Brussels responsible for the coordination and planning of Air Traffic Control (ATC) for all Europe. EUROCONTROL also supports its Member States and the European Commission to provide safe and efficient Air Traffic Management (ATM) services. EUROCONTROL assists the aviation community for the development of new technologies to integrate drones in the airspace. It also organises RPAS training courses in Luxembourg and online webinars. More information is available on the EUROCONTROL website (here).
Joint Authorities for Rulemaking on Unmanned Systems
JARUS is a group of experts from international National Aviation Authorities (NAAs) and regional aviation safety organisations. Its purpose is to recommend a single set of technical, safety and operational requirements for the certification and safe integration of UAS into airspace. JARUS also provides guidance material to NAA to avoid duplicate efforts including a risk assessment template that will be mandatory for the “specific” category in the future EU regulations. More information is available on the JARUS website (here).
The European Agency for Small and Medium Enterprises
EASME was created in 2013 by the European Commission several EU programmes on its behalf. EASME currently finances the DroneRules project in order to inform (potential) SMEs and entrepreneurs about the rules applicable to drones in the field of safety, insurance, privacy, and data protection. EASME also manages part of the H2020 research and innovation programme and the SME Instrument. More information is available on the website of EASME (here).
In recent years, the need for traffic management focused on unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) emerged in many parts of the world. This UAS traffic management system (UTM) would ensure safe operation of a large number of drones at low-altitude (especially in urban areas). As traditional air traffic management (ATM) ensures the safety of aircraft operations at high altitude, so does UTM at a lower altitude. The Commission mandated the SESAR JU to lead the development of a UTM concept for Europe, called U-Space. A blueprint was released in June 2017 with a preliminary vision for the U-space. It consists of a set of services enabling complex drone operations in all types of operational environments
Source: European Commission
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https://cmi.ga.gov.au/node/610 | 2021-08-03T11:10:38 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-31/segments/1627046154457.66/warc/CC-MAIN-20210803092648-20210803122648-00030.warc.gz | 0.951326 | 473 | CC-MAIN-2021-31 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-31__0__3309375 | en | Earth observation satellites only view a small portion of the world at any one time. Typically the ones used by Digital Earth Australia (DEA) only observe a small strip, north-south across the landscape, and over several days the whole landscape is finally observed in full. For example the Landsat satellites take 16 days to create a full coverage, and then only if the surface of the earth is not obscured by clouds. Hence there can be difficulties in capturing imagery over persistently cloudy locations such as Tasmania and northern Australia during the monsoonal months, and areas may not be observed at all for extended periods. Where the satellite data is being analysed as a time series, these long periods can cause important changes to be missed entirely, or parts of a cyclic environment to be misinterpreted (such as vegetation phenology and cropping cycles).
An additional limitation of the Landsat series is the availability of data due to the ageing of each satellite. Landsat 5 was operational for over 25 years, but for much of the later years, data were only acquired when sunlight directly illuminated its solar panels. This limited its operation across Australia, with coverage being seasonally dependent, and contracting north to a minimum in winter. In its last years the winter coverage usually only covered the northern coasts of Australia. Landsat 5 ceased regular operations over Australia in 2011, leaving just Landsat 7 until Landsat 8 was launched in 2013. Landsat 7 began service in 1999 as a replacement for Landsat 5. Initially Landsat 5 was switched off, but when Landsat 7 suffered a serious problem in 2003 due to the failure of its scan-line corrector (termed SLC-Off) Landsat 5 resumed service. The SLC-Off failure of Landsat 7 results in striping across every image from mid 2003 onwards, apparent in subsequent derived products. Landsat 8 has operated well since launch in 2013, with improved sensitivity, noise characteristics and data correction in comparison to the earlier sensors.
The result of the availability of the satellites is that the most consistent data availability occurs when two satellites are in operation (most of the 2003 to present period). The least data availability is in 2011 – 2012 when only Landsat 7 was available with data containing the SLC-Off striping issue. The overall data availability for the Landsat satellites is shown in Table 1. | aerospace |
https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/science-environment/947934-alarming-nasa-detects-2020-fk-fs-dp4-ff1-asteroids-approaching-earth-this-weekend | 2020-06-06T19:14:37 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-24/segments/1590348519531.94/warc/CC-MAIN-20200606190934-20200606220934-00144.warc.gz | 0.951135 | 615 | CC-MAIN-2020-24 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-24__0__110662256 | en | Alarming: NASA detects 2020 FK, FS, DP4, FF1 asteroids approaching Earth this weekendDevdiscourse News Desk | Sydney | Updated: 20-03-2020 18:50 IST | Created: 20-03-2020 18:50 IST
According to the sources, NASA has found 4 asteroids that are likely to hit the planet Earth this weekend. IBT noted that the biggest asteroid in the group is around as big as Italy's Leaning Tower of Pisa.
The first asteroid, which is likely to hit Earth this weekend, has been identified as 2020 FK by NASA's Center for Near-Earth Object Studies (CNEOS). The diameter of this asteroid is around 43 feet that makes it smallest in the group. If sources are to be believed, this asteroid is currently travelling at a velocity of more than 23,000 miles per hour.
Another asteroid named by CNEOS is 2020 FS. This asteroid is trailing behind 2020 FK. The 2020 FS asteroid is currently flying at a velocity of around 9,600 miles per hour. According to the space researchers, the direction of its flow in the space is towards Earth. This asteroid measures around 56 feet wide.
According to IBT, both 2020 FS and 2020 FK asteroids will approach the Earth's vicinity on Saturday, March 21, 2020. While 2020FS is likely to approach Earth at 11:29 am EDT, 2020 FK may visit the planet's vicinity on the same day at 12:05 am EDT. During the approach, 2020 FK and 2020 FS asteroids will approach the Earth from a distance of around 0.00909 astronomical units (or about 845,000 miles away) and around 0.02096 astronomical units (about 1.9 million miles) respectively.
Here's not the end. Sunday, March 22 is likely to witness the approaching of another two asteroids – 2020 DP4 and 2020 FF1. The 2020 DP4 asteroid having a diameter of 180 feet is currently moving across the solar system at a speed of 18,000 miles per hour and 2020 FF1 (49 feet wide) is moving towards the planet at a speed of around 29,000 miles per hour.
Just for having an overview, the similar incident took place on February 15, 2013 when the Chelyabinsk meteor entered Earth's atmosphere over Russia with a speed of 42,900 miles per hour. It quickly became a brilliant superbolide meteor over the southern Ural region. The light from the meteor was brighter than the Sun. It was observed over a wide area of the region and in neighbouring republics. Some eyewitnesses also felt intense heat from the fireball.
The object exploded in an air burst over Chelyabinsk Oblast in Russia due to its high speed and shallow angle of atmospheric entry at a height of about 97,000 ft. The explosion generated a bright flash, producing a hot cloud of dust and gas that penetrated to 26.2 km and many surviving small fragmentary meteorites, as well as a large shock wave. | aerospace |
https://thehipflexorcure.com/file-ready/say-again-please-guide-to-radio-communications | 2018-10-21T03:18:45 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-43/segments/1539583513686.3/warc/CC-MAIN-20181021031444-20181021052944-00188.warc.gz | 0.896662 | 161 | CC-MAIN-2018-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-43__0__225046200 | en | Asa sap 5 say again please guide to radio communications teaches pilots radio etiquette rules for radio what to expect to hear what to say when to . Say again please guide to radio communications bob gardner on amazoncom free shipping on qualifying offers talking on an aviation radio and understanding . Say again please has 121 ratings and 8 reviews aj said as a student pilot i can attest to how overwhelming it can be to communicate over the radio i. Read a free sample or buy say again please by bob gardner say again please guide to radio communications fifth edition bob gardner. Talking on an aviation radio and understanding air traffic control instructions can be one of the most intimidating aspects of flight training
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https://inflightaviation.com/hangar-leasing/ | 2024-02-29T05:56:09 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474784.33/warc/CC-MAIN-20240229035411-20240229065411-00596.warc.gz | 0.955583 | 163 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__123816164 | en | Full-service heated hangar storage at Inflight Aviation brings an unmatched level of convenience and protection for your aircraft. It is the equivalent of providing a safe home for your precious possession, a safeguard against the unpredictable elements of nature and a service that offers a hassle-free aviation experience. Storing your aircraft in a full-service hangar means that your plane is readily available at a moment’s notice. You don’t have to worry about the cumbersome process of pulling your aircraft out. The aircraft is ready to take to the skies as soon as you are. This can save valuable time, particularly for business travelers or flight enthusiasts who value every second of their day. It is a premium choice for those who seek to preserve the integrity of their aircraft while enjoying the freedom of flight with zero hassles. | aerospace |
https://www.searchfolder.net/EN/Society/Future/Projects/28136.htm | 2020-10-30T20:06:00 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-45/segments/1603107911229.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20201030182757-20201030212757-00414.warc.gz | 0.855116 | 330 | CC-MAIN-2020-45 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-45__0__104366072 | en | Air Force 2025
History, unclassified reports, quotes, and contact information for Air Force 2025, the 1994 Air Force long-range scenario planning project.
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Project to use self replicating robotics launched onto the moon to harness solar energy. | aerospace |
https://www.whitestaraviation.com/2020/01/09/hello-world/ | 2024-02-23T17:36:18 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474440.42/warc/CC-MAIN-20240223153350-20240223183350-00396.warc.gz | 0.935811 | 483 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__133652076 | en | Sky’s the limit for new aviation school
A new flying school – that is equipped with cutting-edge technology and a team of experienced instructors – has taken off in Armidale.
White Star Aviation, a flight training academy, has been operating the new school from the Armidale Regional Airport and will provide top-quality flight training to aspiring local pilots.
“The school’s mission is to empower individuals with the practical skills and knowledge required to embark on successful careers in the aviation industry,” said Jack Boss, White Star Aviation.
“Whether students aspire to become professional airline pilots, charter operators, or pursue other exciting aviation opportunities, White Star Aviation aims to equip them with the necessary skills and confidence to excel in their chosen fields.
“The flight school’s location in Armidale, NSW, offers an ideal training environment. With its diverse terrain, weather and surrounding airspace, students will have the opportunity to develop their skills in a variety of challenging flight conditions, preparing them for real-world scenarios they may encounter in their future careers.
“White Star Aviation prides itself on maintaining the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and innovation. The instructors at WSA possess extensive flight experience and are eager to train aspiring pilots by passing on their experiences along the way.
”Courses offered at White Star Aviation include private pilot training, commercial pilot training, instrument rating, and multi-engine rating. White Star Aviation, alongside Aviation Australia, also offers an immediate career pathway with the Torres Strait Air – pilot cadet program.
White Star offers a Diploma of Aviation program, and students can access VET student loans through Aviation Australia’s study now, pay later options. No other flight school in our region offers this funded specialised training.
“In addition to flight training, White Star Aviation aims to foster a vibrant aviation community in Armidale,” said Mr Boss. The school will actively collaborate with local organisations, aviation enthusiasts, and industry professionals to promote knowledge sharing and networking opportunities.
“White Star Aviation will endeavour to contribute to the growth and development of the aviation sector in the region and to become a member of Armidale’s welcoming wider community.”
This article was published on the Armidale Regional Council Website. View the full article by clicking here. | aerospace |
https://pubs.er.usgs.gov/publication/70013552 | 2018-04-24T23:07:13 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-17/segments/1524125947421.74/warc/CC-MAIN-20180424221730-20180425001730-00616.warc.gz | 0.922868 | 182 | CC-MAIN-2018-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-17__0__82240344 | en | Tests were performed to investigate the geometric characteristics of Landsat 4 images. The first set of tests was designed to determine the extent of image distortion caused by the physical process of writing the Landsat 4 images on film. The second was designed to characterize the geometric accuracies inherent in the digital images themselves. Test materials consisted of film images of test targets generated by the Laser Beam Recorders at Sioux Falls, the Optronics* Photowrite film writer at Goddard Space Flight Center, and digital image files of a strip 600 lines deep across the full width of band 5 of the Washington, D. C. Thematic Mapper scene. The tests were made by least-squares adjustment of an array of measured image points to a corresponding array of control points.
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TESTS OF LOW-FREQUENCY GEOMETRIC DISTORTIONS IN LANDSAT 4 IMAGES. | aerospace |
http://millsmanufacturing.com/products/airborne-troop-parachutes | 2017-06-27T12:14:35 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-26/segments/1498128321410.90/warc/CC-MAIN-20170627115753-20170627135753-00545.warc.gz | 0.799667 | 234 | CC-MAIN-2017-26 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-26__0__181782932 | en | With only a few modifications, the US Government has used the T-10 as a troop personnel parachute since the early 1950s. We manufacture all models of the T-10 and MC1 series parachute assemblies and reserve systems.
When packed for service, the complete assembly weighs approximately 29 pounds. The canopy has a nominal diameter of 35 feet and a projected or inflated diameter of 24.5 feet.
The parachutes listed below are used by airborne forces throughout the world. We can also manufacture custom military parachutes as requested.
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The Chief of the Air Staff holds almost absolute power over the Royal Wellmoorean Air Force.
The CAS is aided by the Air Force Board and the Chief of the Air Staff's Warrant Officer. | aerospace |
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Michael’s involvement with Aviation for Humanity will play a crucial role in our Haiti Air Ambulance project. Look for a guest post from him soon! | aerospace |
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BEIJING - China aims to recover the first stage of the Long March-8 carrier rocket, which is still under development and is expected to make its maiden flight around 2021, according to a Chinese rocket expert.
It was part of China"s endeavors to develop reusable space vehicles, Long Lehao, chief designer of carrier rockets at the China Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology, told a space conference in Harbin, capital of Northeast China"s Heilongjiang province.
The Long March-8 rocket will have two stages and two boosters: the first stage and boosters are expected to be retrieved through vertical landing, said Long, who is also an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering.
If successful, the new rocket would provide commercial launch services to customers around the globe, Long said.
"China"s aerospace industry is making efforts to develop low-cost vehicles that can enter space rapidly to support future large-scale space exploration and promote a commercial space industry," Long said.
Bao Weimin, director of the Science and Technology Commission of the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation and an academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, said China"s reusable carrier vehicle will use technologies different from those of U.S. commercial space firm SpaceX.
"As the current Long March 2, 3, 4 series rockets are fueled by toxic propellants, they cannot be recycled. But we are developing technologies to precisely control the fall of the rocket remains to ensure safety," Long said.
That effort is important as residents in possible landing areas have to be evacuated at every launch. As China"s aerospace activities become more frequent, with 36 launches planned this year, precise control of falling rocket remains could save a lot of trouble.
Long also introduced the development roadmap for China"s space transportation system.
Around 2025, reusable suborbital carriers will be successfully developed and suborbital space travel will be realized. Around 2030, rockets with two reusable stages will be developed. Around 2035, carrier rockets will be completely reusable which could realize the dream of space travel for ordinary people.
A future generation of carrier rockets will be put into use around 2040 and hybrid-power reusable carriers will be developed. Space vehicles will be more diverse, intelligent, reliable, low-cost, efficient and convenient.
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https://militaryliving.com/missing-cargo-plane-possibly-found/ | 2019-08-19T12:30:04 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-35/segments/1566027314732.59/warc/CC-MAIN-20190819114330-20190819140330-00438.warc.gz | 0.979672 | 124 | CC-MAIN-2019-35 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-35__0__71989440 | en | A missing cargo plane stolen by a U.S. airman in the 1960s may have been found according to British divers from the survey company Deeper Dorset. The fate of the stolen U.S. Air Force C-130 Hercules has been a mystery for nearly five decades.
Missing since May 23, 1969, the story was that a U.S. Air Force assistant crew chief stationed at RAF Mildenhall was believed to have impersonated an officer and took off from the flight line. Not long after takeoff, the plane disappeared from radar.
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https://golfaero.com/guaranteed-cfi-program | 2021-10-22T10:54:07 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-43/segments/1634323585504.90/warc/CC-MAIN-20211022084005-20211022114005-00485.warc.gz | 0.945382 | 274 | CC-MAIN-2021-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-43__0__21071122 | en | The Guaranteed CFI-CFII Program is a specially tailored Part 61 program designed for students and private pilots who want to pursue a career in aviation.
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A little over a week ago, I attended the “We Made History” event at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Center. The event was to celebrate the Space Shuttle Workforce’s accomplishments over the last 30 years. The turnout was fantastic with over 8,000 former [Read More]
July 21st, 2011, just 42 years and one day after the first landing on the Moon, I sat and watched America’s Human Space Flight Program come to an end after more than 50 years. As the final “Wheels Stop” was announced by the Commander, I watched in tears [Read More]
The Space Show interview and parts of the CBS interview are now online. You can download The Space Show interview here or you can download it from iTunes. You can view parts of the CBS 60 minutes interview here. The entire 60 Minutes interview will be broadcast later this [Read More]
Last Thursday I received a email invite from Brevard Workforce, asking me to participate in a Townhall meeting hosted by CBS news anchor Scott Pelley for the show 60 Minutes. On Saturday I drove over to Brevard County and had the most surreal day I’ve had for a long [Read More]
That’s My Girl!!!
On February 24th, 2011, OV-103 Space Shuttle Discovery launched for the last time into space. Discovery was the first Space Shuttle I had the privilege to work on and she has always been my favorite. I have watched many launches since Columbia’s first launch, and [Read More]
The Space Show Interview Is Now Online
Last night I appeared on The Space Show hosted by Dr. David Livingston. The interview went so well that it went a half hour over the scheduled time. There were many good calls and email questions from all over the world and Kennedy Space Center. I wanted to thank the [Read More]
Monday evening I turned on NASA TV and watched Discovery (OV-103) do her very last rollout to Launch Complex 39 A. As I was watching the rollout, I called some friends still working at Kennedy Space Center to chat. It was for them, as it was for me, very bittersweet. [Read More]
On September 18th, the RV-103 Lecture Series appeared for the open house at the Dresser-Rand Challenger Learning Center in Olean NY. Earlier, retired astronaut Commander Pamela Melroy had appeared and spoke to the audience about what life was like as an astronaut. Later [Read More]
The RV-103 lecture series visited the elementary schools in Olean NY this week. The 5th grade curriculum for NY schools has the students learning about space related topics starting that year and talk about an enthusiastic groups of kids! The kids got to hear a [Read More]
Rocketman Featured in Smithsonian Air & Space Magazine
The October/November issue of the Smithsonian Air & Space Magazine has done an article called “Throttle Down” by Tom Harpole. The article is written about the end of the Space Shuttle Program and the economic devastation it will cause to Brevard County [Read More]
Start of Discovery’s Final Voyage
Today, Space Shuttle Discovery (OV-103) rolled over to the Vehicle Assembly Building to be stacked and mated in preparation for being rolled out to Launch Complex 39A. This will be Discovery’s 39th and last mission. Though Discovery launched on her first mission August [Read More]
Join the Misadventures!
RV-103 is proud to announce the RV-103 Lecture Series. The RV-103 Lecture Series is designed to present to civic groups, schools 5th grade and up, and scout troops what it is like to be involved and work in Human Space Flight, specifically the Space Shuttle Program. The [Read More]
05-26-10 Space Shuttle Atlantis Comes Home for the Last Time?
Space Shuttle Atlantis arrived home for the last time today. After a picture perfect mission to the ISS, Atlantis safely arrived at the KSC Shuttle Landing Facility and was put to bed in OPF 1. Well done OPF 1 and the United Space Alliance TPS crew! Ken Ham, the [Read More]
Time Lapse Video of Shuttle Discovery
This was done by the Air and Space Museum during Discovery’s last mission prep and launch. This is my ship and my former co-workers. I think this is the fastest I’ve ever seen them move. Well done OPF 3, TPS, and United Space Alliance. Enjoy! [Read More]
05-14-10 Space Shuttle Atlantis launches on Her Last Mission?
Space Shuttle Atlantis launched on her last mission after 25 years of service. The launch was flawless and the Atlantis mission to the ISS is to deliver science experiments and a new Russian laboratory. Try to make some time to visit the NASA channel and watch this [Read More]
That’s My Girl!!! Fly Baby Fly!!!
Early Easter Morning Shuttle Discovery (OV-103) lit up the pre-dawn sky from Launch Complex 39A. She was the first ship I got to work on when I was employed by United Space Alliance and is what RV-103 is named after. From the NASAwebsite: Discovery Lifts off An exhaust [Read More]
Endeavour landed safely at Kennedy Space Center at 10:20 pm EST. The crew installed the last major piece of the International Space Station. Only 4 more shuttle launches until Obama kills our Human Space Flight Program. Well done to the crew, the contractors, and my friends [Read More]
This picture was taken by my friend Larry Tanner. He was on the outside staircase at the Launch Control Center way past his bedtime to get this shot. The LCC is only 3 1/2 miles from the Pad. [Read More]
Endeavour Launch Rescheduled
According to NASA: “Managers officially have scheduled space shuttle Endeavour’s next launch attempt for Monday, Feb. 8 at 4:14 a.m. EST. [Read More]
Blast From the Past
Yeah that’s me when I was Rocketboy. I’m the one in the center with the Mickey Mouse ears. That was in 1973 when my now deceased grandparents took me and my two older cousins to Kennedy Space Center. I was nine years old at the time. At that time you [Read More]
Welcome to RV-103 Discovery!
The commander and crew of Discovery welcome you to the Missions of RV-103! Gypsy is a professional of 20+ years and a very tolerant and patient woman when it comes to me. Our fearful leader, Commander Merlin, is our cat and she is neither patient nor tolerant. Sometimes I [Read More] | aerospace |
http://www.jordoncooper.com/2014/10/overwhelmedbusinessoctober-2014the-human-factor/ | 2017-01-19T10:44:30 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560280587.1/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095120-00088-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.967572 | 350 | CC-MAIN-2017-04 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-04__0__14451058 | en | Airline pilots were once the heroes of the skies. Today, in the quest for safety, airplanes are meant to largely fly themselves. Which is why the 2009 crash of Air France Flight 447, which killed 228 people, remains so perplexing and significant. William Langewiesche explores how a series of small errors turned a state-of-the-art cockpit into a death trap.
On the last day of May in 2009, as night enveloped the airport in Rio de Janeiro, the 216 passengers waiting to board a flight to Paris could not have suspected that they would never see daylight again, or that many would sit strapped to their seats for another two years before being found dead in the darkness, 13,000 feet below the surface of the Atlantic Ocean. But that is what happened. Air France Flight 447 carried a crew of nine flight attendants and three pilots—their numbers augmented because of duty-time limitations on a 5,700-mile trip that was expected to last nearly 11 hours. These were highly trained people, flying an immaculate wide-bodied Airbus A330 for one of the premier airlines of the world, an iconic company of which all of France is proud. Even today—with the flight recorders recovered from the sea floor, French technical reports in hand, and exhaustive inquests under way in French courts—it remains almost unimaginable that the airplane crashed. A small glitch took Flight 447 down, a brief loss of airspeed indications—the merest blip of an information problem during steady straight-and-level flight. It seems absurd, but the pilots were overwhelmed.
Amazing long read of what went wrong on that fatal flight. | aerospace |
https://www.repcalgaryhomes.ca/the-hangar-flight-museum.php | 2021-03-01T01:51:03 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-10/segments/1614178361808.18/warc/CC-MAIN-20210228235852-20210301025852-00457.warc.gz | 0.957654 | 125 | CC-MAIN-2021-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-10__0__93915959 | en | Local Calgary Real Estate Listings Located Near The Hangar Flight Museum
Formerly the Aero Space Museum of Calgary, a busy and growing museum that deepens the understanding and appreciation of the evolution of flight. It exhibits rare and significant in the history of the city's military and civilian aircraft with amazing stories about the airplanes and helicopters, with their creators who designed and flew them to delight any visitors. They also offer hangars and meeting rooms as an event venue, host curriculum related school programs and summer camps for people who aspires to be a member of the aviation buffs.
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http://www.geekyedge.com/5-inventions-that-made-aviation-the-safest-transport-ever/ | 2024-04-24T05:48:30 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296819067.85/warc/CC-MAIN-20240424045636-20240424075636-00422.warc.gz | 0.96459 | 803 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__169553495 | en | This article will discuss just a few inventions responsible for making aviation the safest transport option that you can possibly take. Gone are the days where bad weather permits a plane from flying, or where a plane is uncertain of its coordinates. With modern day technology and the use of state of the art programs, flying is now as safe and easy as pie.
Let us take a look at some of the inventions that makes flying safe:
Onboard units, or integrated electronics are complex electronic systems that help maintain the leves of altitude, vertical speed and speed within aviation. The integrated electronics have features such as auto-pilot as well as real-time feedback on the state of the engines. These systems are also the reason why bad weather landings are much more manageable. Without these onboard electronic systems flying would most definitely not have been as safe as it is today.
Air Traffic Control
Air Traffic Control or ATC is one of the most important factors when it comes to the safety of aviation. Cutting edge technology is the reason why this stressful job can be pulled off so flawlessly, but contrary to popular belief, the main decisions are being made by the air traffic control officers. No decisions are being made solely through technology, but because of its advancements, more accurate decisions can be made. Air Traffic Control is responsible for the calculation of the route and managing air traffic. Technology has helped this process through the display format of the information. Through technology improvement the best route and timing can now be calculated because of the improved flight data systems. The Electronic Flight Data program enables the controllers to communicate more freely regarding changes with the flight.
The skies are not just a limit anymore, but it’s slowly but surely becoming the common ground. Because of its high levels of safety, air travel is becoming more and more common and preferred by travelers as well as privileged individuals. Air traffic is also on the rise because of the advanced technology being used. In the past controllers had to focus much more on the planning and management of air traffic, and the planes made use of radion monitors to mark their positions. These days the airplanes are tracked and communicated with via satellite based datalink communications.
The Automatic Dependent Surveillance systems is also actively in place and planes can communicate their positions with air traffic control as well as other surrounding aircrafts. Advanced Technology enables planes to easily travel 12 000 km without having to refuel and instead of having a limit of 160 passengers in the past the Boeing 777 can accommodate over 300 passengers.
Did you know that if anything should go wrong with the pilots in time for landing, the plane will be able to land itself? Most airports have an Instrument Landing System (ILS) installed which allows the plane to land without any human control or interference. This system is very advanced and will most likely be the difference between life and death should the plane have to land in bad weather or in an emergency situation. The Instrument Landing System is a very complex system that has lightening fast reactions through sensors throughout the plane. In the past landing a plane safely without the pilot and his skills would seem impossible, but modern day technology seems to have covered any and every safety risk one can think of.
Fire and Smoke Resistant Materials
When it comes to the safety of flying it is not just about how alert the pilot is, or cutting edge technology for emergency landings, but safety lies in the interior design and product design of the craft as well. Just as the structure and layout of the plane requires a certain amount of space between individuals and easy access to the emergency exits, the materials that your seat is made of also plays a role. Fire and smoke resistant materials within the plane are another reason why flying in the 21st century is one of the safest means of travel. In case of any emergency the materials should be designed in such a way that it won’t pose an even more dangerous thread than your current emergency’s circumstances. | aerospace |
http://p40warhawk.com/P-40sToday/JimDelaney/Replica/Replica.htm | 2022-10-05T09:06:21 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-40/segments/1664030337595.1/warc/CC-MAIN-20221005073953-20221005103953-00777.warc.gz | 0.936509 | 588 | CC-MAIN-2022-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-40__0__124368645 | en | full size P-40 replica
by Jim Delaney
Jack Landree and a couple dedicated
friends are building a full size replica P-40 near Millington,
Tenn. It's based on a steel tube structure to which fiberglass
fuselage halves are attached. The wing will be all aluminum
as will the tail surfaces except where the fabric covered. The
wheels, brakes, and struts are adapted from an older existing
aircraft that used the same size parts.
Several engine options are being
explored in addition to the Allison and Rolls Royce Merlin.
It was discovered that the aircraft could be flown on as little
as 350 HP if kept light so an automotive conversion is being
pursued as well.
To date, the molds have been
made for the fuselage halves and are now ready to have parts
pulled from them. An engineering co. was brought in to help
with design work and engine or engine parts are being built
that can be used with the automotive conversion.
Early in the project, Jack expressed
a desire to someday make the P-40 available in kit form that
the average workingman could afford.
The landing gear
prototypes have been built as has the tail. The engine conversion
is done and ready for assembly. We are currently working on
a direct port fuel injection system for the 27 liter V-12 tank
engine we have converted to turn a Hamilton Standard 23E-50
propeller from a DC-3.
My Facebook page
on the P-40
The engine conversion
for the Meteor tank engine will require casting a new intake
as they are a structural part of the engine. The Meteor intake
is very restrictive and cuts hp down to 650 BHP at 2,500 rpm.
It is capable of far more with direct port fuel injection @
We also have molds
made from an original P-51D Mustang and can make statics and
parts for those as well. Here are some pics of side cowlings
I have done for hangar art, and a P-51 built from my molds.
We make full length fuselage sides for both the P-51D and P-40E-N
in both silver gelcoat or fully painted in the markings of choice
for the buyer.
Both of our molds
for the P-40 and P-51 were made from veteran aircraft which
still wore their wartime skin at the time.
A couple pics of
a P-51 built from our molds.
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https://lli.ae/docs/mars-polar-lander-found-4bc99b | 2022-10-04T22:45:29 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-40/segments/1664030337529.69/warc/CC-MAIN-20221004215917-20221005005917-00004.warc.gz | 0.898951 | 1,072 | CC-MAIN-2022-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-40__0__291468069 | en | Chlorate-rich Soil May Help Us Find Liquid Water on Mars. By the mid-19th century, astronomers knew that Mars had certain other similarities to Earth, for example that the length of a day on Mars was almost the same as a day on Earth. See no ads on this site, see our videos early, special bonus material, and much more. "We trained a whole generation of engineers and scientists in Mars exploration.". http://science.nasa.gov/headlines/y2005/11jul_lroc.htm. Does the sample contain evidence of cellular morphology and colonies? "The 'c'in 'cPROTO' is for planetary motion compensation. As of May 2019, the Trace Gas Orbiter showed that the concentration of methane is under detectable level (< 0.05 ppbv).. Despite the problems, in an initial analysis, NIMA researchers reviewed and assessed features seen in several images that they believe could be indicative of the lander and its protective aeroshell. Mission declared a loss. It's worth noting that they almost certainly found Viking 2 as well! In another study, twenty-six strains of bacteria were chosen based on their recovery from spacecraft assembly facilities, and only Serratia liquefaciens strain ATCC 27592 exhibited growth at 7 mbar, 0 °C, and CO2-enriched anoxic atmospheres. Thus, measurements of nitrate over the range of 0.1% to 5% are required to address the question of its occurrence and distribution. Surface conditions and the presence of water on Mars make it arguably the most hospitable of the planets in the Solar System, other than Earth. Scientists speculate that the lack of magnetic shielding helped the solar wind blow away much of Mars' atmosphere over the course of several billion years. , The Mars Science Laboratory mission is a NASA project that launched on November 26, 2011, the Curiosity rover, a nuclear-powered robotic vehicle, bearing instruments designed to assess past and present habitability conditions on Mars. ", Scientific assessments on the microbial habitability of Mars, "Exobiology on Mars" redirects here. Pictures like this suggested that Mars is too dry for any kind of life. Attempts were also made to image candidate British-built Beagle 2 landing locations. 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But now we have the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter and its powerful HiRISE Camera. Other PROTO and cPROTO efforts imaged the locales of the Viking and Mars Pathfinder landing sites. | aerospace |
https://rocketcenterfoundation.org/pathfinder-a-special-inspiration/ | 2022-01-26T17:32:31 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320304959.80/warc/CC-MAIN-20220126162115-20220126192115-00458.warc.gz | 0.968135 | 1,299 | CC-MAIN-2022-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-05__0__107130622 | en | Jan 19, 2021 | Ed Stewart
Pathfinder – A Special Inspiration
Since 1988, the Pathfinder shuttle stack has been part of Huntsville’s “spaceline.” The shuttle stack was the first major addition to the Center’s outdoor exhibition since the museum opened in 1970. Pathfinder was a big, visible commitment to the Center’s mission: To showcase the contributions of NASA’s George C. Marshall Space Flight Center and to give the public a chance to see not only the history of the space program, but the current and future technology of America’s civilian space agency. Pathfinder was also a great reflection of what Space Camp trainees were learning during their time in the program.
As iconic as Pathfinder is to the Center and to Huntsville, many often overlook or misunderstand its importance to NASA’s Space Shuttle program. In my 19 years at the Center, I overheard guests describe it as everything from, “It’s just a model,” to “It’s the first shuttle ever flown.” Pathfinder was not meant to fly in space. But each of the stack’s major elements played an important role in the success of NASA’s Space Shuttle program.
The large orange External Tank is the grandfather of them all. It was the first ever made and was instrumental in qualifying the tanks for flight. It fueled the tests at the Stennis Space Center in Mississippi, proving the Space Shuttle Main Engines were flight capable. Most External Tanks were filled with oxygen and hydrogen a handful of times or less. This tank was filled and drained hundreds of times.
The white Solid Rocket Boosters are a pair of experimental, fiber-wound composite boosters designed for launching shuttles from Vandenberg Air Force Base. Extremely lightweight compared to the original design, they would allow shuttles to gain a much-needed performance boost to fly into a polar orbit. Those missions were never flown, as that booster program was cancelled after the 1986 Challenger tragedy. This booster design, however, contributed to flight safety. The segment joint design was adapted for use in the improved return-to-flight booster design. Finally, parts of the top end of the boosters were taken from the stack by NASA for flight use in 1999 and were replaced with fiberglass replicas.
Next are the three RS-25 engines on the back of the Orbiter. Known as Space Shuttle Main Engines, or SSMEs, these examples are only nozzles and not full engines with turbopumps, computers, etc. But they do pose an interesting mystery! Two of the engine nozzles lack identifying marks. The third, in the bottom right corner of the three-engine triangle, has marks identifying it as “SN-2006.” If our research pans out, this means the nozzle flew on the first five Space Shuttle missions. As for the two unidentified nozzles, we hope to conduct a more in-depth inspection in the near future to help identify them.
Finally, the most iconic part of the stack: The Orbiter. It was built as a facilities checkout mock-up and was not assigned a name at the time. It also looked a little different than it does now. Built out of wood, steel and iron, it was simpler, faceted and looked like something from an early 1980s video game. Of all the components in Shuttle Park, it may have had the most interesting life. The Orbiter was designed to be the same length, width, height, and weight as the flight-capable vehicles. It even had an adjustable center of gravity that could mimic that of the real Orbiters during various stages of flight. It was built at Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, and as part of its duties was loaded into the Apollo-era Dynamic Test Stand. It also travelled to Kennedy Space Center in Florida where it was put into the lifting equipment in the Vehicle Assembly Building, and tested in the specialized crane that loaded the Orbiters onto and off the Shuttle Carrier Aircraft. It was even used in training the crews that emptied leftover maneuvering fuel from the Orbiters after landing. Once it had proved that the flight Orbiters could be handled by all the necessary equipment, passed through all the necessary doors, and travel down all the required roads without damage, the mockup was retired from program use.
But that’s not the end of the story! In 1983, the Orbiter was modified to make it look more like a flight vehicle by adding plywood and fiberglass elements on top of the original mockup. This was also when it was given the name Pathfinder, in honor of its role in the program. Sponsored by the America-Japan Society, it was on public view in Tokyo, Japan in 1983 and 1984. In addition to being modified to look like the real Orbiters, it was also changed to accommodate disassembly, packing, and shipping. After retiring from its overseas tour, plans began for incorporating it into a display it at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center. It was destined to become part of the world’s only launch configuration (full stack) shuttle display. In May of 1988 Pathfinder was placed on top of the External Tank in Shuttle Park.
For over 30 years, Pathfinder has endured winds, rain, and sun while helping teach the public about the Space Shuttle program. Unfortunately, the elements have taken their toll on the plywood and fiberglass shells on the Orbiter. It wasn’t really built for long-term outdoor display. As a result, the Center has made the difficult decision to begin in-depth inspections and repair of Pathfinder. As the project moves forward, old and failing materials will be removed and more of the original test article will be visible again for the first time in at least 32 years. As the project moves forward it may look messy, but it’s all part of necessary steps to make sure that Pathfinder will continue to inspire generations to come!
Ed Stewart is a former curator of the U.S. Space & Rocket Center. Today, he is a special projects consultant to the Center.
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QuoteThese invasion stripes differed from those applied for D-Day in Europe partly because white was to avoided. Japanese fighters based in Japan featured white fuselage and wing bands signifying their homeland defence role. Instead, colourful stripes were chosen that would be visually striking on both darkly painted naval and aluminium finished air force aircraft. Several schemes had been tested on a USAAF Thunderbolt and a USN Hellcat and the best on both was an orange-yellow-orange arrangement.
QuoteI don't want to sound like I'm trying to discredit anyone elses opinion but the stripes would have covered 1000's of aircraft, probably within 24 hours and thus would have to be done in a color that was readily available to every unit at quantity. Black and white.
Quote from: joncarrfarrelly on April 04, 2011, 10:11:02 PMID would be easy by the time an invasion actually occurred, if it's flyin' it's ours.
Quote from: madcatter on April 05, 2011, 11:57:39 AMI can't remember where I read it but the reports by the occupation forces about the number of attack aircraft Japan had in reserve for the invasion are staggering. Jets and rockets would presumably have been included by the time of the actual invasion.-N8
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http://wallstcheatsheet.com/stocks/investigation-underway-but-boeings-787s-remain-in-the-air.html/?ref=YF | 2014-11-25T23:11:23 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-49/segments/1416931004246.54/warc/CC-MAIN-20141125155644-00108-ip-10-235-23-156.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.940124 | 156 | CC-MAIN-2014-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2014-49__0__6982722 | en | Investigation Underway But Boeing’s 787s Remain in the Air
Even after flames engulfed an empty Boeing (NYSE:BA) 787 Dreamliner parked at London’s Heathrow Airport on Friday, doing serious harm to the plane, airlines around the world continue to fly the jets.
But the incident has reignited uncertainty for Boeing and the 13 airlines currently operating the Dreamliner — including Ethiopian Airlines, whose jet caught fire — because the plane has been plagued by a string of problems. Now, an investigation has been launched.
Since two battery meltdowns forced regulators in the United States and Japan to ground the Dreamliner fleet in January for three-and-a-half months, Boeing has fought to rebuild trust in the wide-body plane. | aerospace |
https://topyaps.com/india-developing-stealth-combat-drones-project-ghatak/ | 2021-06-23T20:19:16 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-25/segments/1623488540235.72/warc/CC-MAIN-20210623195636-20210623225636-00212.warc.gz | 0.942918 | 520 | CC-MAIN-2021-25 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-25__0__61478791 | en | India is set to launch an ambitious project to develop its own stealth combat drones or UCAVs (Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicles).
The UCAVs represent a more advanced and deadlier offshoot of UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles).
Reports suggest that the Modi government is close to approve a Rs 2,650 crore ‘Project Ghatak’ to develop the futuristic “Indian Unmanned Strike Air Vehicle”, which has already been cleared by the defence ministry.
The project is currently awaiting the expert analysis from a finance ministry committee, and once cleared, it will be placed before the cabinet committee on security for the final nod.
These “Made in India” UCAVs will be able to fire missiles and precision-guided munitions at enemy targets and then returning to home bases to re-arm for further missions.
Project Ghatak follows the successful completion of AURA (Autonomous Unmanned Research Aircraft) programme, which in 2009 was was tasked to carry out research into the future Indian UCAVs.
India’s new combat drone will be powered by the indigenous Kaveri derivative engine (dry variant) without the after burner. It will have a ‘flying-wing’ design just like the US’ B-2 Spirit, a stealth bomber.
It must be noted that the Kaveri engine was not able to provide the higher thrust required to power Tejas throughout its flight envelope. This led India to go for American GE engines to power its LCA Tejas.
At the moment, Indian Armed Forces have the Harop UCAVs purchased from Israel. These Israeli UCAVs are different given that they are basically a Kamikaze type of aircraft, designed to self-destuct as it attacks its target.
Through these UCAVs, India will be looking to counter Pakistan’s success with Burraq UAVs. Burraq successfully carried out it first strike in North Waziristan area of Pakistan killing three suspected terrorists.
UCAVs are considered to be game-changers in modern day warfare. They are low-cost, have more range, greater broad-band stealth, and are able to knock down the enemy’s metaphorical front door in future wars.
The ‘Predator’ and ‘Reaper’ drones which are controlled from the US through satellites, for instance, have been extensively used to fire ‘Hellfire’ missiles against Taliban targets in the Af-Pak region. | aerospace |
https://lhymas.wordpress.com/2010/09/10/asteroids/ | 2019-02-19T03:07:14 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-09/segments/1550247489304.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20190219020906-20190219042906-00596.warc.gz | 0.978085 | 386 | CC-MAIN-2019-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-09__0__235985039 | en | Just spotted this on http://news.uk.msn.com/odd-news/features/articles.aspx?cp-documentid=154628674.
Its about how two asteroids passed within our orbit last wednesday. I think its the first time i have actually noticed something like this on msn and apparently its the first time NASA has seen two pass within 24 hours. Awesome.
Nasa has revealed that two asteroids passed within the moon and our planet’s orbit on Wednesday.
Both objects were identified at the weekend by the Nasa-funded Catalina Sky Survey near Tucson in the US state of Arizona.
The first asteroid, dubbed 2010 RX30, was about 65 feet in diameter and flew past at a distance of 154,000 miles at 9.51am.
The second, called 2010 RF12, was roughly two-thirds the size of its companion and was estimated to pass within 49,088 miles of Earth a few hours later.
Neither posed a risk to the planet, but scientists said it was rare to witness two such objects coming so close to Earth within such a short space of time.
“This is the first time we’ve seen (two) combined within a 24-hour period but that’s probably because we don’t know everything that is out there,” said Lindley Johnson, executive of the Near-Earth Object programme at Nasa’s headquarters in Washington, according to the Daily Telegraph.
In July, Nasa experts gave details of an asteroid measuring more than 600 yards in diameter that has a one-in-a-thousand chance of colliding with Earth in 2182.
Such a collision would create more damage than that of the atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima.
This was taken from the link at the top. I would have wrote something myself but i have to get to work. | aerospace |
https://globalvoices.pages.wm.edu/2008/05/09/red-moon-rising-is-available-on-google-video/ | 2023-06-07T04:52:21 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224653608.76/warc/CC-MAIN-20230607042751-20230607072751-00402.warc.gz | 0.928143 | 81 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__47187404 | en | Russian Studies students made this film in spring 2008. It is a mockumentary about a successful Soviet mission to the Moon in 1967. When the spacecraft’s radio failed, the crew was unable to communicate with ground control and accidentally landed in Kansas. Entirely in Russian with English subtitles 🙂
At the end do not forget https://college-homework-help.org about the conclusion. | aerospace |
https://www.justwatch.com/ie/movie/apollo-13 | 2023-01-29T23:00:36 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764499768.15/warc/CC-MAIN-20230129211612-20230130001612-00702.warc.gz | 0.800633 | 160 | CC-MAIN-2023-06 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__137501283 | en | Videos: Trailers, Teasers, Featurettes
The true story of technical troubles that scuttle the Apollo 13 lunar mission in 1970, risking the lives of astronaut Jim Lovell and his crew, with the failed journey turning into a thrilling saga of heroism. Drifting more than 200,000 miles from Earth, the astronauts work furiously with the ground crew to avert tragedy.
Apollo 13 - watch online: streaming, buy or rent
You can buy "Apollo 13" on Apple iTunes, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, Rakuten TV, Microsoft Store as download or rent it on Rakuten TV, Microsoft Store, Apple iTunes, Google Play Movies online. | aerospace |
https://robertpaulreyes.com/space-cadet-donald-trump-orders-creation-of-space-command/ | 2020-06-07T09:09:36 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-24/segments/1590348526471.98/warc/CC-MAIN-20200607075929-20200607105929-00442.warc.gz | 0.936664 | 363 | CC-MAIN-2020-24 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-24__0__5481110 | en | “President Donald Trump ordered the creation of Space Command on Tuesday, a move the administration is labeling a precursor to creating a US Space Force.
`I direct the establishment, consistent with United States law, of United States Space Command as a functional Unified Combatant Command,` Trump said in an executive memorandum to Secretary of Defense James Mattis. `I also direct the Secretary of Defense to recommend officers for my nomination and Senate confirmation as Commander and Deputy Commander of the new United States Space Command.`”
Cadet Bone Spurs aka Stable Genius aka Commander-in-chief Donald Trump directed Secretary of Defense James Mattis to establish a Space Command.
Before joining the administration General “Mad Dog” Mattis would have scoffed at the notion of a Space Force, but the neutered lap dog will proclaim that it`s the greatest invention since the Boy Scouts.
Mattis will provide Trump with nominations for the commander and deputy commander of Space Command, we will soon find out which military leaders he hates the most.
Vice President Mike Pence, speaking at Cape Canaveral Tuesday, praised the creation of the new sixth branch of the armed forces, the US Space Force. Pence is such a lackey of the president, that I wouldn`t be surprised if he volunteers to be a space cadet. Pence`s undying loyalty is to Jesus, Mother and Trump, not necessarily in that order.
Nobody in Trump`s administration, especially Mattis and Pence, has the courage to tell the Emperor that he`s not wearing any clothes, naturally nobody will tell him that his Space Force is Looney Tunes.
I might volunteer to be a space cadet if I can do basic training on Mars, where I will be far away from the moron in the White House. | aerospace |
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🎮【Perfect Gift for Kids】The gesture sensing flying ball with automatic sensors can satisfy kids' fantasy of space adventure, which is a great present for birthday, Christmas, Easter, Halloween, and Children's Day. | aerospace |
https://www.infodocket.com/2013/05/29/gale-releases-digital-archives-of-air-space-and-smithsonian-magazines/ | 2023-01-27T23:37:17 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764499468.22/warc/CC-MAIN-20230127231443-20230128021443-00660.warc.gz | 0.897583 | 394 | CC-MAIN-2023-06 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__6786656 | en | Gale Releases Digital Archive of Air & Space and Smithsonian Magazines
The new archive will include the complete back files of both magazines.
Air & Space and Smithsonian Magazine Archive presents decades of in-depth coverage and unique insights into innovation, history, science, technology, space exploration, aviation, the arts and culture. It marks the first time the exemplary content of both magazines is available in one searchable digital archive.
Smithsonian Magazine (1970-present) covers fascinating topics such as Titanoboa – the largest snake ever to live on Earth, how the mind makes memories, the assassination attempt on Teddy Roosevelt, secrets of Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello estate and insights into Black Holes.
Air & Space Magazine (1986-present) encompasses every era of aviation and space exploration with stories that range from the Wright Brothers to the design of NASA’s next lunar lander, as well as other topics including a look inside the International Space Station, biofuels in aviation, navigating in space and the next generation of stealth aircraft.
See Also: Gale Cengage/Smithsonian Institution Partnership News & a Spectacular Database Available Now, Direct from the Smithsonian
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Gary Price (email@example.com) is a librarian, writer, consultant, and frequent conference speaker based in the Washington D.C. metro area. He earned his MLIS degree from Wayne State University in Detroit. Price has won several awards including the SLA Innovations in Technology Award and Alumnus of the Year from the Wayne St. University Library and Information Science Program. From 2006-2009 he was Director of Online Information Services at Ask.com. Gary is also the co-founder of infoDJ an innovation research consultancy supporting corporate product and business model teams with just-in-time fact and insight finding. | aerospace |
https://fly-aaft.com/testimonials/bryan-anderson-2016/ | 2024-04-18T10:31:26 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817206.28/warc/CC-MAIN-20240418093630-20240418123630-00799.warc.gz | 0.970894 | 270 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__149903267 | en | Bryan Anderson – President – Towmate, LLC
I would like to take this opportunity to thank Steve Shaner at American Air Flight Training for the great experience I had while in recurrent training at the American Air Flight Training Center at PDK airport. I have several thousand hours of time in a PA 46-310 Malibu, dating back to 1989 through today. This year, I decided to call American Air Flight Training for my recurrent training. I wanted new pair of eyes to challenge me and to help me become a safer pilot and this was my experience:
- Steve was flexible, so we could schedule for the weekend.
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After the ground and flight testing, I felt competent to fly instrument approaches again. We knocked off all the rust and that was a life saver. Although I have thousands of hours in the air in all types of weather conditions, I do not claim to know it all nor do I claim to be the best. At the end of the day, I just want to arrive safely with my family, without stress and ready to go right back into the air. Steve is a great instructor and now a friend. I would highly recommend American Air Flight Training, Inc. for any person’s flight training needs.
— Bryan Anderson – 2016 | aerospace |
https://github.com/iitbmartian | 2018-10-17T02:24:06 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-43/segments/1539583510932.57/warc/CC-MAIN-20181017002502-20181017024002-00329.warc.gz | 0.822912 | 136 | CC-MAIN-2018-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-43__0__203734576 | en | Grow your team on GitHub
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The repository for Rover Mobility codes for Mars Rover Project, IIT-Bombay
Simulation code for the IITB Mars Rover
Codes written for control systems and IK toolchain involved for robotic arm operation of the rover
GUI for controlling various subsystems of the Mars Rover Project, IIT-Bombay.
The repository for the code running over Base Station for Mars Rover Project, IIT-Bombay
Repository of codes written for Bio Sensor Integration | aerospace |
https://ncac.mcaa.gov.mn/en/news/postCategory/55 | 2024-02-21T22:46:26 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473558.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20240221202132-20240221232132-00894.warc.gz | 0.916865 | 931 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__37695849 | en | ATSD provides air traffic and flight information service according to international and local standards and regulations, such as Civil Aviation Regulation-172 certified by “Civil Aviation Authority of Mongolia, as well as providing tactical flight planning service in the airspace of Mongolia for 24 hours. Our mission is to provide safe and efficient air traffic services that meet customers’ demand.
Air traffic management provides flight information and consulting services to aircraft operating in Class A airspace between 6,150 and 14,600 meters in the airspace of Mongolia.
Buyant-Ukhaa International Airport provides air traffic control services for international and domestic aircraft taking off and landing at altitudes of more than 2,100 meters to 6,150 meters and within a radius of 100 km.
From the air traffic control building of the tower, we provide aerodrome management, ground traffic management, flight information, and ATIS information services at Buyant-Ukhaa International Airport.
Informing the relevant authorities about the search and rescue operations and providing them with the necessary assistance and support.
The main purpose is to provide the flight crew with the necessary flight information in the 'G' class airspace from the Artsat-Tuul workplaces and domestic airports.
A flight permit will be issued on behalf of the Civil Aviation Authority. Receiving flight requests and related documents from foreign and domestic air carriers for transit, landing and take-off of Mongolian airspace, long-term, preliminary, operational planning and routine coordination in accordance with air traffic planning and permitting procedures.
To issue permits for non-scheduled and special duty flights during non-working hours, to conduct operational planning, to conduct flight planning and performance studies, to provide relevant organizations, departments and units with information on flight planning and planning changes during working and non-working hours. It is responsible for recording and monitoring international and domestic flight performance.
The technological documents required for the effective organization of air traffic flow planning and safety shall be in accordance with the Civil Aviation Law of Mongolia, the Civil Aviation Code and other relevant laws and regulations, and the standards and requirements of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) develop in accordance with flight planning and performance studies; to ensure the normal operation of the software and electronic devices used in the activities of the office, to ensure the integrity and security of the database, and to develop them based on modern technology.
The Flight Planning and Licensing Service will receive flight requests and related documents from domestic and foreign air carriers, issue long-term, preliminary and operational air traffic planning and issue flight permits on behalf of the Civil Aviation Authority in accordance with air traffic planning permitting procedures.
“Civil Aviation Rules 171” - certified, provides reliable communication, navigation, real observation and reliable power supply services to civil aviation organizations, companies, air carriers and aircraft in flight.
It provides uninterrupted and reliable power supply to all traffic-related communications, navigation, real-time observation equipment and other users.
We aims to enhance air safety through providing surveillance service for ATC based on several surveillance and ATC automation systems such as 7 MSSR Mode S Radars, 9 ADS-B's and Aircon 2100 system.
Communications section provides ground-ground, and air-ground communications services, and their safety and reliability to the parties involved in Air Traffic Control Services with 55 engineers and technicians.
It provides radio navigation services to transit aircraft in Mongolia, Chinggis Khaan International Airport aircraft, and domestic airports.
It is a service for developing and amending visual flight and instrument flight schemes, measuring and documenting the operation of communications and navigation equipment used in civil aviation services during test flights, and ensuring the service life and certification.
The Flight Procedures Development Office was established in accordance with the Order No. A / 161 of the Director General of the Civil Aviation Authority dated May 10, 2010 and is certified in accordance with Part 173.
By acceding to the Chicago Convention on International Civil Aviation in 1989, Mongolia is committed to international civil aviation organizations to provide aviation data / aviation information services on its territory.
To ensure the flow of aeronautical data and aeronautical information necessary for the safety, regularity and efficiency of international air navigation and to be one of the leaders in aeronautical information services environment in Asia-Pacific.
Aeronautical Information Services Division of Civil Aviation Authority of Mongolia is the sole provider of aeronautical information services within the entire territory of Mongolia in accordance with the Civil Aviation Rule 175.
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http://durango.travel/activities/durango-hot-air-balloon-rides.htm | 2017-04-30T16:36:59 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917125719.13/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031205-00167-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.816247 | 166 | CC-MAIN-2017-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__323798543 | en | Hot Air Ballooning in Durango, Colorado
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Fly in a hot air balloon for the vacation experience of a lifetime with FAA licensed, accident free commercial pilots. | aerospace |
https://sacd.larc.nasa.gov/spacesuperhighway/ | 2024-02-25T13:06:54 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474595.59/warc/CC-MAIN-20240225103506-20240225133506-00396.warc.gz | 0.884772 | 1,323 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__115729571 | en | The Space Superhighway
A commercial-first space infrastructure
The Space Superhighway is a commercial-first space infrastructure that contains three primary components: regional hubs, a sustainable transportation network, and Earth-to-orbit logistics.
Civil, commercial, and national security space sectors could use this common infrastructure to support missions such as satellite servicing, Earth science, and space domain awareness, among others. It uses a commercial-first, “infrastructure-as-a-service” approach, which contains industry-owned and operated assets with government anchor tenants for commercial services, enabling extended mission lifetime, on-orbit repair, maneuver without regret, and debris mitigation and removal.
The Space Superhighway is the space infrastructure needed for the 21st century.
Our Experience and Capabilities
The Systems Analysis and Concepts Directorate (SACD) is located at the NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, VA and supports the future of aeronautics, exploration, space operations, and science.
As part of SACD, the Space Mission Analysis Branch (SMAB) serves as a premiere space concepts and systems analysis organization, enabling well-informed decision-making throughout NASA with integrated analysis and assessments of complex space systems, architectures, and portfolios based on benefit, cost, and risk. Through support of a broad set of agency customers, SMAB provides holistic insights within and across organizations that advance NASA’s human exploration and robotic scientific missions.
•We’ve analyzed concepts such as cis-lunar logistics and debris remediation
•We’ve established methods and tools for comparing space-logistics architectures
Our capabilities include:
•Trade space analysis
•Vehicle modeling and sizing
Learn more about our branch and meet our team by visiting our website.
Components of the Space Superhighway
- Establish strategic footholds in space
- Provide utilities to hosted payloads
- Provide refueling and services to the transportation network
- Serve as a regional logistics depot
Sustainable Transportation Network
- Provides rapid and responsive mobility
- Transports logistics between regional hubs
- Supports responsible disposal and debris mitigation
- Fosters a competitive commercial launch industry
- Provides routine, low-cost access to space
The Space Superhighway: Space Infrastructure for the 21st Century
Deborah Tomek, Dr. Dale Arney, John Mulvaney, Christina Williams, Jill McGuire, Brian Roberts, Jeramie Broadway, Karl Stolleis, Josh Davis, Greg Richardson, Christopher Stockdale
Conference Paper, The International Astronautical Congress 2022
This paper introduces a concept for space infrastructure developed with input from multiple U.S. government agencies called the Space Superhighway, which could support civil, commercial, and national security space activities. The Space Superhighway is a commercial-first space infrastructure that contains three primary components: regional hubs, a sustainable transportation network, and Earth-to-orbit logistics. Civil, commercial, and national security space sectors could use this common infrastructure to support missions such as satellite servicing, Earth science, and space domain awareness, among others. It utilizes a commercial-first, “infrastructure-as-a-service” approach which contains industry-owned and operated assets with government anchor tenants for commercial services, enabling extended mission lifetime, on-orbit repair, maneuver without regret, and debris mitigation and removal.
The Space Superhighway: Systems Analysis of an In-Space Logistics Network
Paul Friz and Daniel Tiffin
Conference Paper, AIAA 2022-4203
Session: Infrastructure and LEO Topics I
Published Online: 15 Oct 2022
The number of assets in cislunar space is anticipated to dramatically increase in the coming decades. Many of these newer spacecraft are designed to take advantage of capabilities currently in development, like In-Space Servicing Assembly and Manufacturing (ISAM).
NASA intends to develop and maintain a human-lunar presence that will then serve as a steppingstone for human missions to Mars. With continued growth in space operations, the combined demand for payload and propellant delivery in cislunar space could exceed 1,000 t annually within the next decade. In order to meet this projected demand, there is national interest in developing an ISAM-enabled logistics network, commonly referred to as the “Space Superhighway.”
This study explored several architecture and vehicle-level trade studies in order to better understand what in-space logistics networks may be feasible.
Daniel Tiffin, email@example.com
Dr. Paul Friz, firstname.lastname@example.org
The Space Superhighway: A Cost Analysis of an In-Space Logistics Resupply Network
Paul D. Friz, Daniel J. Tiffin and Edward Rosenthal
Conference Paper, AIAA 2022-4254
Session: Transport and Logistics
Published Online: 15 Oct 2022
In the next several years, the number of spacecraft in cislunar space will increase significantly. Commercial launch service providers have significantly reduced the cost of access to space and reduced the barrier to entry for private companies to build and operate their own satellites. Many of these newer satellites are designed to take advantage of future In-space Servicing, Assembly, and Manufacturing (ISAM) capabilities.
NASA intends to develop and maintain a sustained human presence in cislunar space and on the surface of the Moon, which will then serve as a steppingstone for human missions to Mars. The combined demand for propellant resupply and payload delivery in cislunar space for NASA’s Moon to Mars campaign in addition to commercial ventures will likely exceed 1,000 t in the upcoming decades.
This work presents a concept for an in-space logistics network to fulfill that demand. The network consists of commercial launch vehicles, propellant tankers, orbital depots, and in-space electric propulsion tugs. This work specifically analyzes the cost of developing, producing, and operating such a network at varying levels of customer demand.
- Immortal Spaceship
- Robotic Assembly of Modular Space Exploration Systems (RAMSES)
- Lunar Safe Haven
- Propellant Resupply Cost Analysis
- Tall Lunar Towers: Power and Communication Infrastructure
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https://www.bbm.org.uk/airmen/WilsonW.htm | 2024-02-29T09:49:10 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474795.48/warc/CC-MAIN-20240229071243-20240229101243-00822.warc.gz | 0.985488 | 264 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__135964364 | en | The Airmen's Stories - Sgt. W Wilson
William Wilson joined the RAF in February 1939 as a Boy Entrant. He later remustered as an Airman u/t WOp/AG. After completing his training he joined 235 Squadron at Bircham Newton on 13th July 1940. He flew his first operational sortie on that day, a convoy escort.
On 11th August Wilson was a member of the crew of a Blenheim, one of three from 235, returning after escorting a reconnaissance Blenheim to the French coast. On the return flight they were attacked by two Me109's. One fighter was shot down and the other driven off by concentrated fire from the Blenheim gunners.
In another action on 18th August Wilson was involved in shooting down a Ju87. For these two actions, he was awarded the DFM (gazetted 22nd October 1940).
On 19th November 1940 Wilson's flight went to RAF Aldergrove where it combined with a flight from 236 Squadron to reform 272 Squadron on the 21st.
Wilson flew his first sortie with 272 on 23rd November.
His subsequent service is currently undocumented but as he does not appear in the CWGC casualty list it may be assumed that he survived the war. | aerospace |
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Tokyo, May 18, 2012 - NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) announced today its role as a primary contractor of "SHIZUKU" (GCOM-W1), the water cycle observation satellite under the direction of the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA).
SHIZUKU launched from the Tanegashima Space Center on May 18. Now in orbit, the satellite has successfully deployed its solar arrays and a large-scale rotating antenna (Advanced Microwave Scanning Radiometer 2: AMSR2, *1).
In addition to NEC's development of satellite systems, including core bus systems (*2), the company also supported the development of ground systems (including satellite control systems and mission operation systems for data processing), assisted in launch site operations and confirmed post-launch satellite conditions. Over the next three months, NEC will continue checking satellite functions and supporting the distribution of observation data.
SHIZUKU is the first satellite to begin operating under the Global Change Observation Mission (GCOM), which is carrying out long term global observations of environmental changes from space. GCOM's primary goal is to better understand the state of the Earth's water cycle and climate change. The Mission consists of two series of satellites. SHIZUKU is a member of the GCOM-W series, which observes water cycles. The second series, GCOM-C, observes climate change.
SHIZUKU is equipped with a microwave scanning radiometer that utilizes a large-scale rotating antenna to make global observations on precipitation, water vapor, wind speeds over the ocean and sea surface temperatures, all of which is expected to advance the understanding of climate change and weather prediction.
Going forward, NEC aims to capitalize on its state-of-the-art space technologies in order to drive the advancement of an information society that is friendly to people and the earth.
*2) Satellite Bus Systems
Systems that provide fundamental satellite functions, including communications equipment, solar arrays, telemetry command, orbit control, electricity control, thermal control, etc. | aerospace |
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Whether you are contemplating your own flight to space, or simply looking for a hard to find experience, this is a great opportunity to learn about the Russian manned spaceflight program by watching the preparations for launch first-hand.
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https://vast.gov.vn/web/vietnam-academy-of-science-and-technology/tin-chi-tiet/-/chi-tiet/workshop-introduces-vietnam-datacube-satellite-data-sharing-system-9237-871.html | 2024-04-13T22:40:30 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816853.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413211215-20240414001215-00763.warc.gz | 0.90154 | 1,328 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__132059662 | en | Workshop introduces Vietnam DataCube Satellite Data Sharing System
The seminar was attended by representatives from the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Ministry of Science and Technology, the Academy of Science and Technology, Mekong River Commission, universities and a large number of experts coming from space aviation agencies around the world, such as Australia, the United States, France and Japan.
At the conference
The Committee on Earth Observation Satellites (CEOS) is a founding partner of the DataCube Initiative, in order to find a valuable data architecture solution for global users and enhance the role of earth observation satellite data. The goal of DataCube is to provide open and free exploration tools, and to promote the development of the community, and maintain applications in both width and depth.
As an official member of CEOS since 2013, Vietnam has received support from space agencies around the world to develop Vietnam DataCube. Specifically, the Vietnam DataCube system is formed and developed based on the international integration and cooperation between Vietnam (Vietnam Space Center under the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology) and main partners which are Australia (CSIRO - Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation), the United States (USGS - the U.S. Geological Survey, IMSG Company), Japan (JAXA - The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency), and France (CNES - France National Space Research Center).
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phan Van Kiem, Vice President of the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology, speaks at the seminar
Opening the workshop, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phan Van Kiem, Vice President of the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology, said that as an official member of the Committee on Earth Observation Satellites since 2013, VAST, and in particular the Vietnam National Space Center, has been actively involved in CEOS activities and initiatives. Specifically, VAST will host the CEOS Chair and hold a plenary session of CEOS in 2019. To contribute to the CEOS common initiative to make satellite data easier to access for users, meeting the specific needs of application through the DataCube satellite data sharing system, Vietnam has received the support of space agencies in the world to develop Vietnam Data Cube.
VAST is committed to provide Vietnam"s suitable satellite data through the Vietnam Space Center project in order to expand its service network not only to Vietnam but also to the Mekong sub-region and Southeast Asia. The workshop was hoped to be an opportunity for countries to share information, experience and knowledge in research and application of satellite data technology in order to effectively exploit Vietnam Data Cube system for sustainable socio-economic development and communities’ practical benefits.
Illustrated image of Vietnam Data Cube system
The Vietnam Data Cube has been developed to provide users with Vietnam earth observation satellite data, an imagery satellite database and free exploitation tools which are capable of reducing the length of time and professional knowledge needed to use satellite data; analyzing effective period of time to support the application of a change of forest coverage and land use status; using multiple sets of satellite data; supporting customers and Vietnamese users. At the same time, Vietnam Data Cube looks to improve the capacity of users in the application of earth observation satellite data in Vietnam, thus contributing to global priority programs, such as programs in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN-SDG) and the Paris and Sendai agreements.
Currently, earth observation satellite data has been used not only in research but also in reality, serving sustainable development targets. Applications of satellite data hold great potential in addressing important environmental, economic and social issues at the local, regional and global levels. In fact, new generations of earth observation satellites are providing increasingly large amount of data on a global scale, and therefore, for many applications, the challenge is no longer in the lack of data but how to connect data, applications, and users.
Many satellite data are not tapped, despite modern analytical and computing facilities. The challenges of data management and analysis, due to the huge increase in open and free satellite data volumes, can be overcome by new computers, technologies and data structures such as “DataCube”. New computing devices, technologies and data structures, such as the DataCube, can help manage and analyze data, confronting challenges arising from the massive free and open data volumes.
A solution like DataCube can completely help providers streamline the distribution and management of data, while reducing technical barriers for users, also reducing the cost compared with traditional methods, helping users maximize the potential of satellite data.
Thanks to the support of IMSG (United States), a modern server system capable of storing up to 200 TB has been established at the Vietnam Space Center. Together with it, the DataCube software system is provided by CSIRO (Australia). In the first stage, Vietnam DataCube gathers LandSat satellite data (United States), Sentinel (European Union), ALOS (Japan) for the whole territory and develops applications for Vietnam for managing forests, rice and water surface.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pham Anh Tuan, General Director of the Vietnam National Space Center, addresses at the seminar
Speaking at the seminar, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pham Anh Tuan, General Director of the Vietnam National Space Center, expressed his belief that through a free satellite image database and open source tools, the Vietnam Data Cube system would contribute to creating more applications, serving the sustainable socio-economic development not only in Vietnam but also in other countries in the region. Additionally, Vietnam wants to continue to receive imagery satellite data from CEOS members and the cooperation of organizations in the region to expand the Vietnam Data Cube system into the Mekong Data Cube system for other countries in the Mekong Subregion, for developing applications serving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Illustrated image for Vietnam DataCube in monitoring forests
During the workshop, experts delivered presentations introducing DataCube and specific applications in countries around the world; Vietnam DataCube serving the forest, rice and water monitoring; the need to use satellite remote sensing data for the Mekong Basin, as well as the need to use satellite remote sensing data at the Forest Inventory and Planning Institute (FIPI).
International Vietnamese delegates’ reports confirm that the Vietnam DataCube system will not only be a trusted address sharing free and open satellite data for Vietnamese users, but also a useful tool with powerful analysis capabilities, which makes it easier to implement satellite imaging applications in Vietnam.
Translated by Phuong Huyen
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The Billings Logan International Airport Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) Division will be conducting "live" fire training at the Airport's training facility located in the northwest corner of the Airport complex. Flames may be visible in this area during the training, but should not be of concern. The training will occur on Thursday, September 26, 2019, beginning at 7:00 pm and will continue to approximately 10:00 pm.
The Airport works under an "operation certificate" issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) that in part, requires all assigned airport firefighters to participate in exercises in controlling and extinguishing live fires that simulate those that may occur in an aircraft accident. These drills are required at least once per year and emphasize certain aviation firefighting tactics. In this training instance, firefighters will be utilizing onboard firefighting appliances (turrets) to control the fires from the cab of the fire trucks. | aerospace |
https://www.parkwayshenton.com.sg/find-a-doctor/profile/wong-sheau-hwa | 2023-12-03T01:53:28 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100476.94/warc/CC-MAIN-20231202235258-20231203025258-00442.warc.gz | 0.958532 | 506 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__50528050 | en | Dr Wong Sheau Hwa is a psychiatrist at Mount Elizabeth Hospital, Singapore.
His subspecialties are in sleep and stress disorders.
He is a visiting consultant in psychiatry at Singapore General Hospital and at the SingHealth Duke-National University of Singapore (NUS) Sleep Centre. Prior to private practice, Dr Wong was a senior consultant in psychiatry and aviation medicine at the SAF.
He has headed the psychological care centre at the SAF Military Medicine Institute, where he was awarded the National Day Award’s Commendation Medal for his work. He has worked at the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) as the deputy chairman of the civil aviation medical board, where he worked with the aviation community on mental wellness promotion, peer support programme development, fatigue management and sleep health for pilots and air traffic controllers. He also oversaw the development and implementation of operational fatigue management programmes for the aircrew at SAF.
He graduated from the National University Singapore (NUS) and completed his post-graduate training in aviation medicine with the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF), Royal Airforce and King’s College London. He earned his master's degree from NUS. He received the SAF post-graduate studies award to further his training in sleep medicine as a visiting scholar at Stanford University School of Medicine’s department of psychiatry and behavioural medicine, Palo Alto Veterans Administration Hospital, and the Zeitzer Circadian Research Laboratory.
He is a fellow of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore, a founding member in its chapter of sleep medicine physicians, and member in its section of neuropsychiatry. He is also a fellow of the Aerospace Medicine Association and an academician with the International Academy of Aviation and Space Medicine (IAASM).
Dr Wong serves as a lecturer (mental health) on the post-graduate certificate course in aviation medicine for medical examiners and assessors, jointly conducted by the Singapore Aviation Academy and the IAASM.
He is also a member and medical assessor of the civil aviation medical board, CAAS; member of the sub-specialty training committee and examinations committee, aviation medicine sub-specialty training programme, Joint Committee for Specialist Training (Singapore); and gazetted inspector of accidents, Transport Safety Investigation Bureau, Ministry of Transport.
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https://creativeg.gr/glossary/galileo/ | 2023-09-24T17:45:33 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506658.2/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924155422-20230924185422-00551.warc.gz | 0.951792 | 158 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__220444169 | en | A planned Global Positioning Satellite System (GPSS) of 30 low-earth orbit satellites backed by the European Union and the European Space Agency and originally due for commercial operation in 2008. Galileo was delayed by funding problems, because private enterprise had showed little interest. The European Parliament agreed with the Council of Europe in November 2007 to finance the deployment entirely from European Union funds, and after a validation phase due for completion in 2010, the service is now scheduled to go into operation in 2013. Galileo will complement the U.S. Government’s GPS system, which ran into problems with development delays for replacement satellites. The Russian Global Navigation Satellite System (GLONASS) has been guaranteed funding through 2009 and is being expanded to provide worldwide coverage with the launch of additional satellites during 2009. | aerospace |
https://kogibiography.com/2021/11/09/european-space-agency-launches-new-mission-to-measure-climate-change-in-unprecedented-detail/ | 2022-10-03T18:43:39 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-40/segments/1664030337428.0/warc/CC-MAIN-20221003164901-20221003194901-00700.warc.gz | 0.90128 | 675 | CC-MAIN-2022-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-40__0__10621326 | en | The European Space Agency (ESA) has new plans to study the Earth’s energy balance, in an effort to better understand and combat climate change. The Earth’s energy balance is the point between the energy coming in from the Sun and the energy coming out of the Earth. As we emit more greenhouse gases, our planet’s atmosphere traps more heat, causing global warming.
The project is called TRUTHS (Traceable Radiometry Supporting Terrestrial and Helical Studies), and it is currently in the planning stages by the European Space Agency and its countries and will measure the amount of heat being trapped in Earth’s atmosphere.
The small satellite mission plan was presented at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow, Scotland by the British Space Agency (UKSA). Envisioned by the UK’s National Physical Laboratory (NPL), it will enable a space-based climate monitoring system that will “set the standard for detecting changes in the Earth’s climate system”.
“The mission will play a vital role in improving how we monitor climate change using satellite data and supporting critical climate actions negotiated by global nations at COP26,” said Beth Greenaway, head of Earth and Climate Monitoring at the British Space Agency.
In addition to creating a new standard, the mission will create a Climate and Calibration Observatory that will reduce some of the uncertainty in Earth observation data, creating a kind of space calibration laboratory. The criterion is important because the more heat the Earth retains, the warmer it gets, so perhaps it would be good for scientists to know this point. TRUTHS will build additional confidence in climate studies by providing an element of the Space Climate Observation System that is unequivocally linked to international standards. It will also enable researchers to better calibrate existing climate satellites.
“The fact is an important mission because it will provide the gold standard for calibration for Earth observation from space – a kind of ‘standards laboratory in space’,” said Justin Byrne, head of Earth and Science Observation at Airbus Defense and Space UK. “With TRUTHS we also have the opportunity to develop important areas of industrial capacity across the UK space sector.”
Two main instruments can be used on board the satellite: the cryogenic solar absolute radiometer and the Hyperspectral Imaging Spectroradiometer. These two pieces of equipment will measure incoming solar radiation and reflection to help detect changes in Earth’s climate more quickly as well as create an ultra-accurate reference system that uses standardized measurements and other climate models.
Nigel Fox, Truth Mission UK said: “TRUTHS is responding to calls from the world’s satellite and climate community for robust, high-accuracy SI tracking (SI is an internationally recognized reference system that supports the comparability of chemical measurements across a wide range of industries and sectors) “. Scientist at NPL. “A recent publication by the Commission on Earth Observation Satellites highlights the urgent need to improve the accuracy of observations from space, to help ensure that our actions have the desired impact.”
If everything goes as planned, the satellite could be launched in 2029.
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https://goadnews.com/us-and-china-squabble-to-intercept-military-planes-over-south-china-sea/ | 2023-03-31T15:35:15 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296949644.27/warc/CC-MAIN-20230331144941-20230331174941-00537.warc.gz | 0.945471 | 895 | CC-MAIN-2023-14 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__66540658 | en | US and China squabble to intercept military planes over South China Sea
The US and Chinese armies have released conflicting accounts of what both sides said was a dangerous and unprofessional aerial encounter over the South China Sea, in the latest example of information space competition.
The Hawaii-based U.S. Indo-Pacific Command released footage last Thursday showing a Chinese Navy J-11 fighter jet intercepting a U.S. Air Force RC-135 reconnaissance aircraft, which was “lawfully conducting routine operations on December 21 in international airspace.
“The [People’s Liberation Army Navy] pilot performed a dangerous maneuver while flying ahead of and within 20 feet of the RC-135’s nose, forcing the RC-135 to perform evasive maneuvers to avoid a collision,” the statement said. The accompanying video showed the two planes approaching together before moving further away.
China’s response came on Saturday. In a Department of Defense statement attributed to the PLA’s Southern Theater Command, he said the United States had “deliberately misled the public opinion”.
The US Air Force RC-135 “conducted intentional close reconnaissance in the vicinity of China’s southern coast and the Xisha Islands,” he said, using the Chinese term for the disputed Paracel Islands, which are controlled by Beijing but also claimed by Vietnam. .
The PLA Navy J-11 was dispatched to intercept the US aircraft, the statement said. “During the process, disregarding the Chinese pilot’s repeated warnings, the US aircraft abruptly changed its flight attitude and forced the Chinese aircraft to the left.”
Chinese video of the incident showed the two planes closing in on each other before diverging again. Neither clip seemed to conclusively support either Washington’s or Beijing’s version of events, although much more nimble fast jets are generally expected to be more cautious in such cases.
In 2022, the United States and its allies began painting a picture of a Chinese military that was extremely bold in asserting Beijing’s territorial claims, to the point of risking crashes.
In February, a Chinese warship aimed a high-powered laser at an Australian reconnaissance aircraft as it sailed off northern Australia, Canberra said. In May, one of China’s J-16 fighters intercepted an Australian military aircraft over the South China Sea and released radar-blocking metal flakes that entered its engine.
Separately, Ottawa accused Chinese military jets of harassing Canadian planes in the East China Sea, where they had been deployed to enforce UN sanctions against North Korea.
In each case, Beijing defended the behavior of its forces as professional and safe. China’s Foreign Ministry said its pilots had “shown maximum restraint” in light of what it called constant reconnaissance off China’s coast.
In recent months, potentially dangerous air and sea encounters, which could spark an accidental conflict amid rising tensions, have been discussed in private meetings between Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and his Chinese counterpart. The Biden administration has also spent two years reestablishing crisis communication hotlines with Beijing.
Both sides will be keen to avoid a repeat of the Hainan Island incident in 2001, when a US Navy EP-3 surveillance plane collided with a Chinese J-8 plane, resulting in the loss of Chinese pilot Wang Wei, who was known for “cowboy maneuvers.”
The interception of US aircraft by potential adversaries – and vice versa – has remained common practice since the Cold War, and serious incidents like the one off Hainan two decades ago are exceedingly rare.
For policymakers, however, disclosing details of otherwise classified military operations serves public affairs and public diplomacy, signaling to domestic and foreign audiences the principles behind each mission as well as the associated risks. As Ukraine’s proactive intelligence disclosures have shown, winning the narrative war is essential to garnering international support.
As the United States and China compete in multiple domains, control of the information space becomes increasingly important. In the hotly contested South China Sea, for example, Washington continues to assert freedom of navigation and overflight, while Beijing seeks to end the US military presence in the region.
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https://www.eco-aviation.org/what-is-more-electric-aircraft-safran-s-a-illustrates-in-this-video/ | 2022-05-21T11:38:52 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662539101.40/warc/CC-MAIN-20220521112022-20220521142022-00286.warc.gz | 0.942975 | 194 | CC-MAIN-2022-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__61650785 | en | Safran is gearing up for the aircraft energy revolution, in which traditional hydraulic and pneumatic systems are replaced by electrically-driven systems. “More electric” aircraft will lower the total cost of ownership, enhance propulsion efficiency and reduce environmental impact. Safran is investing heavily to develop cost-effective technologies for these aircraft. By “electric aircraft”, we mean that the traditional hydraulic fluids and compressed air used to drive many aircraft systems will be replaced by electrically-driven systems, for a significant reduction in weight and therefore fuel consumption. We are carrying out a number of studies on electrical systems, while developing the required electrical, electronic and mechanical components, and looking at new ways to assemble, protect and monitor these components throughout their operating life.
Local airports and their communities will soon enjoy quiet, zero-emissions and lower cost air transportation. A green renaissance in aviation is coming now!
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https://ijet.aero/charter/private-jets-of-world-leaders-and-royals/ | 2022-06-24T21:56:39 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-27/segments/1656103033816.0/warc/CC-MAIN-20220624213908-20220625003908-00446.warc.gz | 0.92476 | 1,659 | CC-MAIN-2022-27 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-27__0__51845091 | en | The leaders of the world travel in their own royal private jets with many aircraft having special features. From Putin’s presidential jets to Trump Force One, from Xi Jinping’s private plane to Angela Merkel private jet, we all want to know more about the world leaders private jets. You too can fly like the world leaders in royal private jets, by renting a private jet.
How much is Trump’s private jet worth to Queen Elizabeth’s private jet and type, let’s take a look at the top 5 private jets of world leaders and public figures.
Vladimir Putin- Russian Presidential Aircraft
If you look for Vladimir Putin jet or Putin business jet you’ll not just find one but a fleet of aircraft. And this fleet even has a name- Russian presidential aircraft.
The Russian presidential aircraft fleet is used by Putin and other Russian official. This fleet is said to be the world’s largest with around 68 aircraft and 64 helicopters. The crowning jewel of this fleet is Ilyushin Il-96, also known as Putin’s flying fortress.
Special features of Vladimir Putin jet-
The aircraft has its own fully equipped conference room, a luxurious suite, a mini-gym, dining area, VIP lounges, and room for emergency medical care. Designed by Ivan Glazunov, Ilyushin Il-96 is a flying five-star hotel.
There is said to be a special coating on the aircraft that makes it less visible to RCS, a system for jamming radars.
An interesting thing to note is that there are four of these aircraft in the Russian presidential aircraft fleet. This helps with security as when news of Putin’s travel is made public, non-one knows which aircraft he will use until it takes off.
Estimated Value of IL-96-300PU-
390 million dollars approximately
Donald J. Trump private jet
While Air Force One is an Air transports of USA president. Trump Force One is used for Donald J. Trump private jet within Air Force One. Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland is home to the fleet. The fleet has three main aircraft model. Trump Force One includes two identical Boeing 747-200B, its military name being VC- 25A. And a Boeing C-32, used for small airports which cannot be used by Donald Trump’s Boeing 757.
Special features of Donald J. Trump private jet-
Donald Trump’s Boeing 757 is a military version of the aircraft and is known as VC- 25A. Boeing 747-200B was the world’s largest double decker plane.
Donald Trump’s Boeing 757 has its own bedroom, dining room, bathroom, shower, gallery, a medical emergency area, and even a guest room. The aircraft is said to have 24k gold fitting in some rooms. It also has a special area for reporters. In addition to this it has a glass cockpit, a Rolls-Royce RB211 turbofans, and can seat 76 passengers, in addition to room for 26 crew. Its special turbofans make it one of the fastest aircraft in the world.
Estimated Value of Donald Trump’s Boeing 757-
Approximately 100 million dollars.
Queen Elizabeth’s Private jet or Air Transport of the British Royal Family
No. 32 (The Royal) Squadron of the Royal Air Force manages the air transport of the British royal family.
It operates VIP aircraft and Queen Elizabeth’s Private jet from RAF Northolt in London. The Queen can only fly on a private jet while the rest of the family often uses commercial airlines, whenever possible. The VIP Terminals at airports, the secret gateway to luxurious Private suites at airports, are used for the airport travel of the Royal family, when they are using commercial airlines.
The fleet of Queen Elizabeth’s Private jet and for the British royal family includes-
- Aircraft of the Royal Squadron
This includes an AgustaWestland AW109 helicopter and four British Aerospace 146 airlines.
- Royal Air Force Airbus Voyager A332-
This is used by the royal family, Britain Prime Minister and other high-ranking government officials. The Voyager was redesigned with a capacity of 158 passengers.
- The Queen’s Helicopter Flight (TQHF)
A Sikorsky S-76C++, the helicopter has a speed of 178 mph and has a 30 minutes fuel reserve is the Queen’s personal helicopter.
Air transport of the British royal family
It is interesting to note that the Royal family also leases aircrafts to travel long distances. These included Boeing 747s or Boeing 777s from Virgin Atlantic and British Airways. Good news for you is that you can fly like the royal family too by renting or jet. All you have to do is contact iJET Charter, the charter experts will help you select the best jet for your next trip at the best rates in the market.
Fleet of the Royal Squadron costs around 100 million dollars.
Angela Merkel Private Jet
Angela Merkel VIP aircraft Konrad Adenauer is famous worldwide. Konrad Adenauer, named after the first postwar German Chancellor, is an aircraft used by German Chancellor Angela Merkel and others before her for official travel. In addition to this there are other Angela Merkel VIP aircraft, managed by the German army. These include-
- A Eurocopter AS532/ Airbus Helicopters H215M-
A twin engine, medium sized helicopter used by military of countries like Brazil Chile, France, Spain, Turkey, Switzerland, and Albania.
- 2 Airbus A340
- Airbus A319-133X CJ
- An Airbus A321-200
- 3 Bombardier Global 5000
- 3 Bombardier Global 6000
- 3 Airbus A350-900
The current Konrad Adenauer or Angela Merkel private jet is an Airbus A340, used previously by Lufthansa.
Special features of Angela Merkel VIP aircraft-
An Airbus A340 can usually seat up to 335 passengers. The one used as Angela Merkel private jet was re-configured into a VIP aircraft. The seats were removed to make space for living rooms, bedrooms, and safety units. The current Konrad Adenauer can accommodate up to 143 people. It also has its own anti-missile system.
Estimated Value of Angela Merkel private jet Konrad Adenauer-
300 million dollars
Xi Jinping’s private plane
There is Xi Jinping’s private plane, in fact when you look for Xi Jinping Boeing, you will realize that the Chinese leader does not own any private plane unlike his counterparts but uses aircraft from Air China Airlines. The aircraft used by Xi Jinping include two Boeing 747-400’s.
Special features of Xi Jinping Air China plane-
Since there are no personal Xi Jinping’s private plane, Air China’s Boeing 747-400, a passenger airline, is modified when the Chinese leader has to use it, making it Xi Jinping Boeing. After a thorough examination by the security team, the interior of the aircraft is modified. Seats are taken out to make a living room, a bedroom, and an office. Due to security reasons, there aren’t images of the interior of Xi Jinping Boeing to be found online.
Estimated Value of Xi Jinping Boeing-
250 million dollars.
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https://www.tourismpei.com/getting-to-pei/fly-to-pei | 2021-07-25T06:36:59 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-31/segments/1627046151638.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20210725045638-20210725075638-00644.warc.gz | 0.914366 | 87 | CC-MAIN-2021-31 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-31__0__271285700 | en | Flying to Prince Edward Island
The Charlottetown Airport (YYG) is conveniently located in central Prince Edward Island.
Temporarily, airlines have changed flight schedules to PEI based on market conditions due to COVID-19.
Presently, Air Canada offers flights to Charlottetown from Montreal.
For more information about flying to PEI, visit the Charlottetown Airport’s website. | aerospace |
http://www.aci.aero/About-ACI/Priorities/Safety/Initiatives | 2014-07-25T06:46:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-23/segments/1405997893907.95/warc/CC-MAIN-20140722025813-00084-ip-10-33-131-23.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.942756 | 406 | CC-MAIN-2014-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2014-23__0__20652810 | en | ACI is constantly active in the field of standards and procedures for safe airport operations. We work with members under the remit of the ACI World Safety and Technical Standing Committee and ACI regional offices, to ensure that current safety issues are discussed within ACI. ACI views are then presented to ICAO as part of ACI’s advocacy role.
This dedication to safe operations is seen across the whole aviation sector. As regards to airports, the safety culture takes on many forms, including adoption of standard operating procedures, introduction of new methods and technologies and generally ensuring that safety is paramount throughout airport operations. The process of operating safely includes a broad range of factors, all of which ACI is actively involved in:
Safety Management System (SMS)
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) requires that all aerodromes have a Safety Management System (SMS) in place within their organizations. View the various sections of a typical SMS and find out more on implementing an SMS at an aerodrome. click here
Working with ICAO
ACI is a member of the ICAO Aerodromes Panel which has five working groups: the Aerodrome Operations and Services Working Group, the Rescue and Fire-Fighting Working Group, the Aerodrome Design Working Group, the Visual Aids Working group and the Heliport Design Working Group. ACI contributes in depth to the Panel's work to maintain and improve the Standards and Recommended Practices contained in Annex 14 (Aerodromes), as well as the related ICAO Manuals. ACI is involved in other ICAO Panels whenever they deal with issues affecting airports and airport operators. ACI has contributed significantly to the ICAO Manual on Certification of Aerodromes, the Safety Management Manual and the Global Aviation Safety Roadmap.
ACI also works with IATA, the Flight Safety Foundation and other organizations such as CANSO and IFALPA on specific subject areas such as | aerospace |
http://nasaosbp.blogspot.com/2014/03/nasa-industry-forum-and-nasa-small.html | 2019-03-21T08:55:45 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-13/segments/1552912202506.45/warc/CC-MAIN-20190321072128-20190321094128-00285.warc.gz | 0.888664 | 507 | CC-MAIN-2019-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-13__0__28115343 | en | This has been an exciting week at the NASA Office of Small Business Programs. In December, I told you post about our newly formed NASA Industry Forum (NIF). The inaugural meeting was held on March 18 and 19 here in Washington, D.C. Despite snow and weather related challenges, the new members of the NIF managed to not only make it to the meeting, but also provide much need appreciated perspective and insight into the nuances of each of the centers. I’d also like to extend my gratitude to all of the NASA representatives who provided insight into how the Agency is meeting its mission with our small business contractors.
|NASA OSBP Associate Administrator Glenn A. Delgado|
addresses the NIF
We recently announced the winners of our Agency-Level NASA Small Business Industry Awards (SBIA) and were lucky enough to have them attend the NIF to receive their award. These businesses went above and beyond in the small business contracting arena and deserved these accolades:
|From Left to Right: NASA OSBP Associate Administrator Glenn A. Delgado, Healtheon; Inc. President Mr. Jasmeet Walia; and NASA Associate Deputy Administrator Richard Keegan|
Agency-Level Small Business Prime Contractor of the Year
COMPANY: HEALTHEON, INC.
WEB SITE: www.healtheon.biz
CENTER: Stennis Space Center
|From Left to Right: NASA OSBP Associate Administrator Glenn A. Delgado; Houston Precision Fasterners' Adrian Allison, Mark J. Hahn, Jr., Paul Griese; and NASA Associate Deputy Administrator Richard Keegan|
Agency-Level Small Business Subcontractor of the Year
COMPANY: HOUSTON PRECISION FASTENERS
WEB SITE: www.houstonprecisionfasteners.com
CENTER: Johnson Space Center
|From Left to Right: NASA OSBP Associate Administrator Glenn A. Delgado; Honeywell Technology Solutions, Inc. Director, Sustaining Engineering and Assurance Philip Montag; and NASA Associate Deputy Administrator Richard Keegan|
Agency-Level Large Business Prime Contractor of the Year
COMPANY: HONEYWELL TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS, INC.
WEB SITE: www.honeywell.com
CENTER: Glenn Research Center
Thank you again to all those who attended and, once again, congratulations to our SBIA winners. | aerospace |
https://madeinalabama.bigdev.co/2015/06/archangel-systems/ | 2023-12-04T08:48:29 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100527.35/warc/CC-MAIN-20231204083733-20231204113733-00082.warc.gz | 0.956667 | 1,134 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__277099974 | en | AUBURN, Alabama – For Michael Greene, an electrical engineer with experience working on aerospace projects, it all started with failed mechanical gyros on a cross country flight in his private plane. Determined to create something more reliable, Greene started Archangel Systems in Auburn more than two decades ago.
Fast forward to 2015, and Archangel now designs, develops and manufactures certified sensor systems for use in both fixed-wing aircraft and rotorcraft. Its air data, attitude and heading reference systems – known as ADAHRS and AHRS – combine MEMS sensors and sophisticated algorithms to achieve high-level performance at reduced cost and size.
The Alabama company has built an international clientele with a focus on Europe. Scandinavian Avionics just received EASA STC approval for a King Air 200 installation with the Archangel ADAHRS. The U.K.’s Royal Air Force has completed its Project Julius Chinook upgrades with Archangel ADAHRS onboard. Marenco Swisshelicopters has selected Archangel AHRS for its SKYe 09, Switzerland’s first domestically designed helicopter. In addition, a supersonic variant is being used in fighter upgrade projects around the globe.
“We have a lot of foreign customers. If you look at a map of military and civil aviation, we fly on every continent except Africa and Antarctica,” said Michael, who serves as Archangel’s Chairman.
Kitty Greene, Archangel’s president and Michael’s wife, says Archangel is heavily involved in product-driven research and development, winning 18 research awards during the last 13 years. Both the AHRS and ADAHRS were developed from these R&D outcomes, she added.
Greg Canfield, secretary of the Alabama Department of Commerce, said the company is representative of technology-focused small businesses in Alabama’s aerospace sector that have carved out a niche for themselves in the global marketplace.
“Archangel Systems has a long history of innovative research and development, allowing the company to produce mission-critical flight hardware and software that have applications in many kinds of aircraft,” Secretary Canfield said. “In addition, Archangel has a global focus, with a substantial portion of its sales coming from clients around the world, reflecting the international flavor of the aerospace business.”
Today, Archangel is targeting more business in Europe. For example, the company recently secured additional airworthiness certification from the European Aviation Safety Agency for its flagship ADAHRS. Additionally, both the AHRS and ADAHRS are fully exportable, a significant cost savings for the European customer.
“Our strategy in Europe is simple – make it easy for those companies to rely on Archangel,” said Bill Dillard, Archangel’s director of emerging technology.
A BUSINESS TAKES OFF
The company got its formal start in 1992. Michael, then an electrical engineering professor at Auburn University who had worked with NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, developed an electronic flight instrument system that collected air speed, engine data and other information. At the time, such systems were just beginning to appear in the aircraft operated by commercial carriers.
“We were trying to do a low-cost version that general aviation could manage,” Michael said.
The display product debuted in 1995 and was marketed for five years, primarily to the experimental market the Greenes found at the EAA AirVenture OshKosh and Sun ‘N Fun airshows. Eventually, they decided to target general aviation with FAA-certified products.
According to the Greenes, that display was the first multi-function, large-format, flat touch-screen display, a combination way ahead of the trend. But, at that time, the marketplace was enamored with only small format displays. With the Archangel display 20 years ahead of its time, the company shifted toward AHRS and ADAHRS sensors.
With that strategy shift, Archangel was able to apply its ingenuity to a more immediate avionics submarket. Erickson Aviation was its first ADAHRS customer and still uses Archangel’s ADAHRS in the massive S-64 Skycrane. The growing acceptance of dual-use avionics by global defense agencies has also benefited the company. For example, the Australian Defence Force recently used Archangel’s ADAHRS in a B-206 Kiowa project.
The Greenes know that Archangel’s location in the center of the growing Southeastern aerospace cluster is a benefit. Strong relations with nearby Auburn University provide a pipeline of quality engineers. Auburn is also close to customers and colleagues such as Elbit Systems, which has an electronics facility in Talladega, Alabama; Boeing, which has been in Alabama for more than half a century, and Airbus Military in Mobile, recently selected as the global support center for the C212 airplane.
“We’re in that aviation corridor, and it certainly has helped us that the industry has a big presence in Alabama,” Michael said. “For example, Boeing continues to look at us for those reasons. There is a lot of aviation activity here and it just keeps growing.”
Plus, the support team at the Alabama Department of Commerce has given Archangel assistance over many years, according to Dillard. “The Alabama Department of Commerce continues to be very important to Archangel’s international strategy,” he said. “Their foreign trade missions, travel support and mentoring on exporting have benefited Archangel greatly, and we appreciate that.” | aerospace |
http://www.eightplanetsfacts.com/planeten/saturn.php | 2017-03-24T17:46:29 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-13/segments/1490218188550.58/warc/CC-MAIN-20170322212948-00241-ip-10-233-31-227.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.664282 | 1,323 | CC-MAIN-2017-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-13__0__143493856 | en | Perihel: 1,353,572,956 km, 9.04807635 AE
Aphel: 1,513,325,783 km, 10.11595804 AE
Große Halbachse: 1,433,449,370 km, 9.58201720 AE
Siderische Umlaufzeit: 10,832.327 Tage, 29.657296 Jahre
Synodische Umlaufzeit: 378.09 Tage
Mittlere Orbitalgeschwindigkeit: 9.69 km/s
Mittlere Anomalie: 320.346750°
Neigung der Bahnebene: 2.485 240°
Argument des Knotens: 113.642811°
Argument des Perihels: 336.013862°
Satelliten/Monde: 60 (Mimas, Enceladus, Tethys, Dione, Rhea, Titan, Hyperion, Iapetus, Erriapus, Phoebe, Janus, Epimetheus, Helene, Telesto, Calypso, Kiviuq, Atlas, Prometheus, Pandora, Pan, Ymir, Paaliaq, Tarvos, Ijiraq, Suttungr, Mundilfari, Albiorix, Skathi, Siarnaq, Thrymr, Narvi, Methone, Pallene, Polydeuces, Daphnis, Aegir, Bebhionn, Bergelmir, Bestla, Farbauti, Fenrir, Fornjot, Hati, Hyrokkin, Kari, Loge, Skoll, Surtur, S/2004 S7, S/2004 S12, S/2004 S13, S/2004 S17, S/2006 S1, S/2006 S3, Greip, Jarnsaxa, Tarqeq, S/2007 S2, S/2007 S3, Anthe)
Äquatorradius: 60,268 km (9.4492 x Erde)
Abplattung: 0.09796 ± 0.00018
Oberfläche: 4.27×1010 km2 (83.703 x Erde)
Volumen: 8.2713×1014 km3 (763.59 x Erde)
Masse: 5.6846×1026 kg (95.152 x Erde)
Mittlere Dichte: 0.687 g/cm3
Fallbeschleunigung: 8.96 m/s2
Fluchtgeschwindigkeit: 35.5 km/s
Sidereal rotation period: 0.439 – 0.449 day Earth days, 10 h 32 – 47 min) Earth hours
Neigung der Rotationsachse: 26.73°
Geometrische Albedo: 0.47
Mittlere Oberflächentemperaturen: 95 K, -178 °C, -288 °F
Scheinbare Helligkeit: +1.2 to -0.24
Winkeldurchmesser: 14.5" — 20.1"
Zusammensetzung: 96.3% Molecular Hydrogen (H2)
0.4% Methane (CH4)
125 ppm Ammonia (NH3)
110 ppm Hydrogen Deuteride (HD)
7ppm Ethane (C2H6)
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https://www.anandmarket.in/u-s-to-prioritize-prosecution-of-unruly-air-passengers/ | 2021-11-29T08:13:48 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-49/segments/1637964358702.43/warc/CC-MAIN-20211129074202-20211129104202-00404.warc.gz | 0.936126 | 313 | CC-MAIN-2021-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-49__0__191239458 | en | Attorney General Merrick B. Garland told the prosecutor on Wednesday that millions of travelers traveled across the United States for Thanksgiving, the most touristy vacation in the United States, and federal crimes on commercial aircraft. Instructed to prioritize prosecution.
As travel in the United States approaches pre-pandemic levels, the federal government has stepped up the prosecution of crimes on flights, especially by passengers who refuse to comply with the Covid protocol. In some cases, passengers assaulted or threatened flight attendants.
Federal law prohibits assaults, intimidation, threats of violence, and other criminal acts that may occur during flight that interfere with workers in flight.
Reports submitted by flight attendants to the Aviation Safety Reporting System database may describe a chaotic, hingeless workplace where passengers regularly abuse airline employees.
“Passengers who assault, intimidate, or intimidate flight attendants or flight attendants not only harm these employees, but also hinder the performance of important missions that help ensure a safe flight.” Mr Garland said in a statement Wednesday.
According to the Federal Aviation Administration, there have been 5,338 unruly passenger reports over the past year, and 3,856 were mask-related cases.
Historically, the FAA has handled these cases with civil penalties, warning notices, and counseling. However, under the current Zero Tolerance Policy for unruly passengers enacted in January, the FAA has chosen to impose civil penalties on unmanageable passengers. Passengers can be fined up to $ 37,000 for each breach and can be cited for multiple breaches at once. | aerospace |
https://www.aviationtanzania.com/2018/07/ | 2020-09-28T05:37:50 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-40/segments/1600401585213.82/warc/CC-MAIN-20200928041630-20200928071630-00404.warc.gz | 0.974092 | 155 | CC-MAIN-2020-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-40__0__204622712 | en | The airline says the programme is also aimed at developing needed skills for its technical unit through field attachment, volunteering and apprenticeship.
In the first intake of the programme, the company has recruited 22 candidates who will undergo on the job training at the engineering and maintenance department.
Precision Air managing director Sauda Rajab said finding needed skills in the aviation industry in Tanzania is one of the biggest challenges, which the firm, as one of the industry players, cannot sit back and complain.
“That is the reason we had to come up with the programme to help find solutions for the benefit of the industry. We are proud of our contribution in developing needed skills in the aviation industry in Tanzania. Our aim is to develop as many licenced engineers as possibl… | aerospace |
http://canadianva.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=3891&view=print | 2020-11-25T01:30:57 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-50/segments/1606141180636.17/warc/CC-MAIN-20201125012933-20201125042933-00539.warc.gz | 0.749424 | 213 | CC-MAIN-2020-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-50__0__195067592 | en | |Canadian Virtual Airlines
|Finding flight numbers
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|Author:||BrentP [ Thu Jan 09, 2020 7:21 pm ]|
|Post subject:||Finding flight numbers|
I'm returning to CVA after 15 years in New Zealand and am having trouble finding flight numbers / flight schedule. Any suggestions about how to do this?
|Author:||CVA9214 [ Fri Jan 10, 2020 2:14 am ]|
|Post subject:||Re: Finding flight numbers|
Hi Brent I checked and all is well with your account, on the CVA web site here http://canadianva.com/phpvms/index.php/ " login" and then you can select a flight in the top right hand under "Book a flight". Bid on this and fire up CVACARS to log and file flight.
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https://navdelta.com/ | 2020-07-03T09:54:09 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-29/segments/1593655881984.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20200703091148-20200703121148-00231.warc.gz | 0.930095 | 184 | CC-MAIN-2020-29 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-29__0__159713707 | en | We are aware that aircraft operators’ requirements vary significantly from one airport to another and are dependent on the aircraft or fleet. NavDelta is ready to offer flight procedure solutions matching every individual case to maximise operational efficiency and flexibility.
Well-thought-out flight procedure design in conjunction with the analysis of aircraft performance parameters and external constraints can provide environmental and efficiency advantages. NavDelta’s solutions will demonstrate potential to reduce the aeronautical impact on the area surrounding the airport with regard to noise and emission and are qualified to enhance efficiency of flight operations.
NavDelta has long-standing experience in the assessment of surfaces protecting the aerodrome environment and ensuring safe flight operations. In case of non-compliance with the applicable regulations, NavDelta provides our clients with an aeronautical study to thoroughly examine the circumstances and to identify alternative means to ensure required level of safety as well as regularity of aircraft operations. | aerospace |
https://azure-prod-cm.hubinternational.com/products/business-insurance/aviation-insurance/ | 2023-09-23T11:38:39 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506480.7/warc/CC-MAIN-20230923094750-20230923124750-00727.warc.gz | 0.943675 | 192 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__25485702 | en | Private air travel enables executives to make more productive use of their valuable time. But owning and operating comes with a long checklist of unique risks. It starts with a significant investment in an aircraft that must be protected and extends to potential liability for mishaps on the ground and in the air.
Start with proper and well-documented aviation insurance for the aircraft your company owns, operates and relies on to take you to new heights.
Coverage that’s right for your business
Our aircraft insurance specialists have the knowledge and expertise to help you navigate the risks of ownership with an aviation program that’s right for your business. Coverage may include:
Aviation general liability
Aviation products liability
Aviation workers' compensation
In addition, we offer many valuable services that can make owning, operating and protecting your aviation investment easier, such as:
Contract review and analysis for risk and/or liability implications | aerospace |
http://modelwarehouse.biz/MIG-29A-Fulcrum_p_1881.html | 2023-12-07T00:14:55 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100626.1/warc/CC-MAIN-20231206230347-20231207020347-00335.warc.gz | 0.96203 | 318 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__81248052 | en | With over 1,000 MIG-29 Fulcrums produced between 1977 and 1992, it must be recognized that the MIG-29 is one of the three or four most important fighter aircraft in the air today.
The MIG-29 was designed in the early '70s to equal or surpass the performance of any known western block fighter. With its extreme agility, the MIG-29 is Certainly an equal to the F-16 and probably its superior in many aspects such as twin-engine reliability and ease of maintenance. Five mechanics can remove and replace and test an engine in one hour or less! The MIG-29 was designed for easy field maintenance with a minimum of skilled labor.
Powered by the RD-33 turbofan engines, a fully loaded Fulcrum can take off on one engine and subsequently air-start the second engine after lifting off. Armed with air-to-air AA-10, AA-11 or AA-8 missiles, the Fulcrum is more than equal in air-to-air combat. For the ground attack role, the MIG-29 can carry the UB-32-57 rocket pods or the larger unguided S-8K rockets. Additionally, each MIG carries an internal 30mm cannon and 150 rounds of ammunition. The GSh-301 cannon is known for its very fine accuracy.
Flown by all former Soviet-bloc nations and many customer-client countries, the MIG-29A will be one of the most important fighters well into the 21st century. | aerospace |
https://kentconservatives.org.uk/councillors/alan-marsh/ | 2018-12-17T11:08:36 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-51/segments/1544376828501.85/warc/CC-MAIN-20181217091227-20181217113227-00400.warc.gz | 0.983384 | 172 | CC-MAIN-2018-51 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-51__0__239240222 | en | Herne Village & Sturry
Alan Marsh was elected to the County Council in May 2005 as the Conservative Member for Herne and Sturry.
He is an Aviation Consultant with over 38 years experience in the aviation industry. He has worked as both a training and test pilot, and a consultant, and has flown with several airlines including British Midland and BEA based in Berlin as well Invicta Airlines which was the most successful Kent based airline. The nature of his flying varied from cargo and humanitarian flights to carrying military personnel as well as passengers. It is the peace keeping military flying that prompted Alan to be involved with the annual Remembrance arrangements at Herne and Broomfield.
Alan has recently been leading a select committee of cross party councillors on bus services in Kent.
Alan is married to Maxine and they leave in Whitstable. | aerospace |
https://wikireplied.com/what-is-towing-of-an-aircraft-a-comprehensive-guide/ | 2023-11-29T01:24:48 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100047.66/warc/CC-MAIN-20231129010302-20231129040302-00191.warc.gz | 0.94763 | 650 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__120022375 | en | Towing of an aircraft is a crucial process in the aviation industry. It involves moving an aircraft from one location to another on the ground, typically when it is not in operation or needs to be repositioned. This comprehensive guide will provide you with all the essential information about aircraft towing, including its purpose, methods, and safety considerations.
What is Towing of an Aircraft?
Aircraft towing refers to the act of moving an aircraft using specialized equipment. It is necessary for various reasons, such as maintenance, storage, or when an aircraft needs to be relocated within an airport or hangar. Towing ensures that aircraft can be efficiently maneuvered without the need for engine power or taxiing.
Methods of Aircraft Towing
There are different methods used for towing aircraft, depending on the size and type of the aircraft, as well as the available towing equipment. Some common methods include:
1. Towbar Towing: This method involves attaching a towbar to the aircraft’s nose landing gear or tow points, which is then connected to a tow vehicle. The tow vehicle, often a specialized tug, provides the necessary power to move the aircraft.
2. Towbarless Towing: In this method, the aircraft is lifted using specialized equipment, such as a towbarless tug or a tow tractor. The tug clamps onto the aircraft’s landing gear or fuselage, allowing for efficient and safe towing without the need for a towbar.
3. Wing Walker Towing: This method is typically used for smaller aircraft. It involves manually pushing or pulling the aircraft by hand, with the assistance of wing walkers who ensure the aircraft remains balanced and stable during the towing process.
Towing an aircraft requires careful attention to safety procedures to prevent accidents or damage. Here are some important safety considerations:
1. Proper Training: Only trained and authorized personnel should be involved in aircraft towing operations. They should have a thorough understanding of the aircraft’s towing limitations, procedures, and safety protocols.
2. Communication: Clear communication between the tow vehicle operator and the aircraft crew is essential. Hand signals or radio communication should be used to ensure smooth coordination during the towing process.
3. Weight and Balance: It is crucial to consider the weight and balance of the aircraft during towing. Improper weight distribution can lead to instability and potential damage to the aircraft.
4. Obstacle Awareness: The towing route should be free from obstacles such as other aircraft, equipment, or structures. Adequate clearance should be maintained to avoid any collisions or accidents.
5. Weather Conditions: Towing operations should be conducted with caution in adverse weather conditions, such as strong winds or slippery surfaces. These conditions can affect the stability and control of the aircraft during towing.
Aircraft towing is an essential aspect of the aviation industry, enabling efficient movement and repositioning of aircraft on the ground. Understanding the methods and safety considerations involved in aircraft towing is crucial for ensuring smooth and secure operations. By following proper procedures and adhering to safety protocols, aircraft towing can be carried out effectively, minimizing the risk of accidents or damage. | aerospace |
http://tourstotajikistan.com/en/news/new-airflights-in-dushanbe-international-airport.html | 2019-04-23T23:55:52 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-18/segments/1555578616424.69/warc/CC-MAIN-20190423234808-20190424020808-00142.warc.gz | 0.954008 | 226 | CC-MAIN-2019-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-18__0__186986395 | en | New airflights in "Dushanbe International Airport"
"Dushanbe International Airport" confirmed summer flight shedule from March 30 to June 30. DIA press-service was reported that two new routes such as "Air Arabia" (UAE) and "Ukraine International Airlines" were included in schedule flight.
Please note that "Air Arabia" is one of the largest airlines of the United Arab Emirates. This airline will operate flights in the direction Sharjah- Dushanbe- Sharjah. Airline “Ukraine International Airlines” is the first state and the largest airline in Ukraine.
In addition, the flights from Dushanbe to Moscow will be operated four times daily and 28 flights a week. Airlines of these flights are "Tajik Air", "Somon Air" and "Air-ute.” It is reported that from April 14, the airline "Tajik Air" is going to start flights on the route Dushanbe-Guangzhou (China). It is planned that this flight will be operated once a week (on Mondays). | aerospace |
http://9websites.com/airforce/ctstory.htm | 2019-05-22T16:53:03 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-22/segments/1558232256887.36/warc/CC-MAIN-20190522163302-20190522185302-00085.warc.gz | 0.982249 | 1,144 | CC-MAIN-2019-22 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-22__0__113790011 | en | |Rivet Clamp Aircraft||Rivet Yard Aircraft|
|* Destroyed in 1967|
Each user had four aircraft assigned. Combat Talon missions were divided into three organizations, each providing coverage to different geographical areas: Combat Spear covered the Pacific theater, operating from several different bases ; Combat Arrow covered the European and West Asian theater, operating from a home base in Germany ; and Combat Knife covered Central and South America, and Africa, operating from Pope Air Force Base, NC, then later Hurlburt Field, FL. The Rivet Clamp aircraft were sometimes swapped from one Combat Talon user to another, if necessary, to satisfy logistical requirements. Four of the original sixteen aircraft have been lost and two aircraft were added as replacements to the fleet, resulting in fourteen aircraft still operating (as of January 2001):
In November 1967, aircraft 64-0563 was destroyed on the ground by fire that was started during a mortar attack at Nha Trang Air Base, South Vietnam.
In December 1967, aircraft 64-0547 crashed near Hanoi, North Vietnam, during the performance of a combat mission.
Aircraft 64-0571 and 64-0572 were incorporated in 1968 as replacements for 563 and 547. These two aircraft were modified to be functional equivalents to the Rivet Clamp configuration, except for the Fulton Recovery (Skyhook) system. These two aircraft still have the standard nose.
In February 1972, 64-0558 was destroyed in a mid-air collision off the North Carolina coast during an ECM training exercise at night. Previously, this aircraft had been severely damaged during a nighttime TF (Terrain Following) training mission in January 1969, when it flew into trees on the top of a mountain near Blowing Rock, NC. The crew regained control of the aircraft, and managed to safely land at the Hickory, NC commercial airport. The aircraft required extensive depot repair, but was repaired, modified to the Mod 70 configuration, and returned to service.
December 31, 1973, the HEAVY CHAIN missions were discontinued. The four Rivet Yard aircraft were returned to depot to be de-modified, to be capable of accomplishing the Combat Talon mission but without the extra security measures required to support the previous Top Secret configuration. The configuration designation was changed from "Rivet Yard" to "Rivet Yank", and the aircraft were made available for Combat Talon missions in 1974. . 564 and 565 had originally been Skyhook configured, but the user had directed the Fulton noses be removed in 1968; so all four Rivet Yank aircraft were standard nose configured. While the Rivet Yard aircraft were operational, they had received special attention for routine field and depot maintenance, and were usually the first to take advantage of available upgrades. These four were among the first C-130s to get the Allison T56-15 engines, replacing the old -7s; therefore, they had a better climb capability than the Rivet Clamp aircraft. The Rivet Clamps waited several more years for the normal procurement cycle to provision their engine upgrades. The Combat Spear (Pacific) user took all four Rivet Yank aircraft as replacements for their Rivet Clamps. The four departing Rivet Clamps were assigned to Combat Knife (Hurlburt), temporarily creating a surplus. Hurlburt was able to justify two of the additional aircraft to support student flights, since training was becoming more formalized. Two aircraft, however, were unsupportable at Hurlburt, and were turned in to the Item Manager (AFLC/AZ). Aircraft 571 and 572 were partially de-modified (primarily by removing classified ECM systems) and were put out on loan. 571 was assigned to Kirtland AFB, NM, where it was used as a special test aircraft. 572 was used as a utility aircraft by ASD at Wright Patterson. These two were temporarily modified and designated as "Rivet Swap" aircraft.
In the mid-1970s, the Special Ops aircraft type (designator) was changed by the Air Force from C-130E(I) to MC-130E, except for the two Rivet Swaps, which were changed to NC-130E. The four aircraft assigned to Combat Arrow (Germany) had been modified in the latter 70s to add special ECM systems tailored for the European Theater of operation. This modification was referred to as the ECM Update. At this point there were four different system configurations (primarily ECM systems) among the 15 remaining Combat Talon I airplanes:
|MC-130E(C) (Clamp)||MC-130E(E) (ECM Update)||MC-130E(Y) (Yank)||NC-130E(S) (Swap)|
In 1981, aircraft 564 crashed into the South China Sea just west of the Philippine island of Luzon. One aircraft from Hurlburt (Combat Knife) was loaned to Clark Air Base (Combat Spear) to temporarily fill in. Aircraft 572 was re-modified to the Rivet Clamp configuration and was sent to Hurlburt. 571 was brought back from Kirtland and modified from the Rivet Swap configuration to a Rivet Yank configuration (there were differences in ECM systems), and was then permanently assigned to Combat Spear in the Pacific.
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