Anthony On Aviation: February 2011

Sunday, February 27, 2011

Russia launches navigation system satellite |

http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/02/26/us-russia-satellite-launch-idUSTRE71P0R920110226?feedType=RSS&feedName=technologyNews&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+reuters%2FtechnologyNews+%28News+%2F+US+%2F+Technology%29&utm_content=Google+Reader

Pilot feared dead after vintage jet crashes into icy stretch of Hudson River near Albany | Mail Online

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1361021/Pilot-feared-dead-vintage-jet-crashes-icy-stretch-Hudson-River-near-Albany.html

Saturday, February 26, 2011

Fwd: Seventeenth Annual Seaplane Seminar - FAASafety.gov

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You have asked us to notify you when a seminar is scheduled that meets your criteria. The following seminar may be of interest to you: "Seventeenth Annual Seaplane Seminar" Topic: Seaplane Safety Seminar On Saturday, March 12, 2011 at 9:00 AM Location: FAA Production Studios at the FAA NRC 4425 Sun 'n Fun Drive Lakeland, FL 33811 Select Number: NR0037113 Description: Join Jim McManus, President of the Seaplane Pilots Association and special guest as they conduct an indepth review of Seaplane Safety. Studio audience will receive free access to Gleim Seaplane add-on rating course. To view further details and registration information for this seminar, click here. The sponsor for this seminar is: FAASTeam NRC & FAA Production Studios The following credit(s) are available for the WINGS/AMT Programs: Basic Knowledge 3 1.00 Click here to view the WINGS help page
Over 136,600 pilots earned WINGS credits last year. Will you, this year?

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Friday, February 25, 2011

Thursday, February 24, 2011

No place left to hide drugs with new X-ray technology for airports | News.com.au

http://www.news.com.au/travel/news/no-place-left-to-hide-drugs-with-x-ray-technology/story-e6frfq80-1226011075259

New Cloud Cameras

http://www.aero-news.net/index.cfm?contentBlockId=23061b88-d43e-4f36-9fb9-03a5edff72e0

TSA Harasses 9-yo Boy and Other Train Passengers After Their Trip

http://gizmodo.com/#!5768805/tsa-harasses-9+yo-boy-and-other-train-passengers-after-their-trip

R.I.P. Hervey Stockman, First Pilot to Fly a Spy Plane Over Soviet Territory

http://gizmodo.com/#!5768853/rip-hervey-stockman-first-pilot-to-fly-a-spy-plane-over-soviet-territory

Two Libyan Pilots Eject After Refusing to Bomb Civilians

http://gizmodo.com/#!5768340/two-libyan-pilots-eject-after-refusing-to-bomb-civilians

Undercover TSA Agent Sneaks Gun Through Airport's Full-Body Scanners Five Times

http://gizmodo.com/#!5768502/undercover-tsa-agent-sneaks-gun-through-airports-full+body-scanners-five-times

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

TSA Screeners Steal $160K |

http://www.theonion.com/articles/tsa-screeners-steal-160k,19250/

Airport funds could be cut | Hattiesburg American

http://www.hattiesburgamerican.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2011102220327

South Florida pilots, boaters adjust to shift in magnetic north

http://www.palmbeachpost.com/news/south-florida-pilots-boaters-adjust-to-shift-in-1270799.html

FAA Told: Photo IDs Don't Fly

http://www.avweb.com/avwebflash/news/FAATold_PhotoIDsDontFly_204156-1.html?CMP=OTC-RSS

American To Recall 200 Flight Attendants

http://www.aero-news.net/index.cfm?contentBlockId=91091513-f084-4c88-a836-2fa5ebf01e07

Aero-News Network: The Aviation and Aerospace World's Daily/Real-Time News and Information Service

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Monday, February 21, 2011

Alabama Airports - Flight Schools in Alabama and Aircraft Rentals - News

http://www.alabamaaviator.com/news.asp?record_no=20912

Alabama Airports - Flight Schools in Alabama and Aircraft Rentals - News

http://www.alabamaaviator.com/news.asp?record_no=20900

Alabama Airports - Flight Schools in Alabama and Aircraft Rentals - News

http://www.alabamaaviator.com/news.asp?record_no=20898

Aviation Safety Network > News > News item

http://aviation-safety.net/news/newsitem.php?id=2361

FBO of the Week: Bay Minette Aviation (1R8, Outside Mobile, Alabama)

http://www.avweb.com/avwebflash/fbo/FBOOfTheWeek_BayMinetteAviation_1R8_Alabama_204152-1.html?CMP=OTC-RSS

YouTube - U Fly It: The Sport Storch

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n7tw30h9EjQ&feature=player_embedded

Saturday, February 19, 2011

Rest Rules Could Create Pilot Shortage?

http://www.avweb.com/avwebflash/news/rest_rules_pilot_shortage_american_FAA_ntsb_fatigue_204144-1.html?CMP=OTC-RSS

Fwd: FAASTeam CFI Workshop Module #2 - FAASafety.gov

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You have asked us to notify you when a seminar is scheduled that meets your criteria. The following seminar may be of interest to you: "FAASTeam CFI Workshop Module #2" Topic: CFI Workshop Module #2 topics: Technically Advanced Aircraft and GPS Navigation On Saturday, March 5, 2011 at 10:00 AM Location: Birmingham Airport - Atlantic Aviation West 4243 East Lake Boulevard Birmingham, AL 35217 Select Number: SO0936942 Description: As part of Saturday's Alabama Aviation Education Forum, this CFI education event will be the interactive Workshop Module # 2, the second in a series of 8 modules. This Module will cover information about Technically Advanced Aircraft and GPS Navigation. To view further details and registration information for this seminar, click here. The sponsor for this seminar is: Alabama FAASTeam The following credit(s) are available for the WINGS/AMT Programs: Advanced Knowledge 2 1.00 Master Knowledge 2 1.00 Click here to view the WINGS help page
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Friday, February 18, 2011

Unmanned Aircraft Amendment Added to Bill. |

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Thursday, February 17, 2011

Alabama Aircraft Industries Inc. files Chapter 11 | Birmingham Business Journal

http://www.bizjournals.com/birmingham/news/2011/02/16/alabama-aircraft-files-chapter-11.html

YouTube - AeroVironment's Nano Hummingbird

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=96WePgcg37I&feature=player_embedded#at=36

The Cloud Collector's Handbook : Some of you might find this book interesting.

http://www.amazon.com/Cloud-Collectors-Handbook-Gavin-Pretor-Pinney/dp/0811875423%3FSubscriptionId%3D0BZQ5SJTYZCHFG60RT02%26tag%3Dnosearch-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3D0811875423?utm_source=Any+New+Books%3F&utm_campaign=8292f7b987-science&utm_medium=email

Good Day at the Patch Blue Angels

http://www.neptunuslex.com/2010/12/10/good-day-at-the-patch/

Top 10 Low Pass Flyby's Of All Time: just watch don't do

http://biertijd.com/mediaplayer/?itemid=19448*

The gripe sheet from UPS Pilots: around a long time

After every flight, UPS pilots fill out a form, called a 'gripe sheet,' which tells mechanics about problems with the aircraft. The mechanics correct the problems, document their repairs on the form, and then pilots review the gripe sheets before the next flight.

Never let it be said that ground crews lack a sense of humor. Here are some actual maintenance complaints submitted by UPS pilots (marked with a P) and the solutions recorded (marked with an S) by maintenance engineers.

By the way, UPS is the only major airline that has never, ever had an accident.

P: Left inside main tire almost needs replacement.

S: Almost replaced left inside main tire.
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P: Test flight OK, except auto-land very rough.
S: Auto-land not installed on this aircraft.

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P: Something loose in cockpit.

S: Something tightened in cockpit.
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P: Dead bugs on windshield.
S: Live bugs on back-order.

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P: Autopilot in altitude-hold mode produces a 200-feet-per-minute descent.

S: Cannot reproduce problem on ground.
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P: Evidence of leak on right main landing gear.
S: Evidence removed.

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P: DME (Distance Measuring Equipment) volume unbelievably loud.

S: DME volume set to more believable level.
*

P: Friction locks cause throttle levers to stick.
S: That's what friction locks are for.

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P: IFF ( Identification Friend or Foe) inoperative in OFF mode.

S: IFF is always inoperative in OFF mode.
*

P: Suspected crack in windshield.
S: Suspect you're right.

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P: Number 3 engine missing.

S: Engine found on right wing after brief search.
*

P: Aircraft handles funny. (I love this one!)
S: Aircraft warned to straighten up, fly right and be serious.

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P: Target radar hums.

S: Reprogrammed target radar with lyrics.
*

P: Mouse in cockpit.
S: Cat installed.

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And the best one for last

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P: Noise coming from under instrument panel. Sounds like a midget pounding on something with a hammer.

S: Took hammer away from the midget.

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Wednesday, February 16, 2011

A Close Up View of the Navy's New Stealth Combat Airplane

http://gizmodo.com/#!5761922/a-close-up-view-of-the-navys-new-stealth-combat-airplane

Garmin Says GPS at Risk

http://www.avweb.com/podcast/podcast/AudioPodcast_JessicaMyers_Garmin_4GBroadbandGPSInterference_204131-1.html?kw=RelatedStory

Will 4G Jam Your GPS?

http://www.avweb.com/podcast/podcast/AudioPodcast_JeffCarlisle_LightSquared_4GWireless_GPSInterference_204073-1.html?kw=RelatedStory

B-17 veteran back in air aboard a WWII-era bomber

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/02/15/AR2011021500718.html

Garmin Says 4G System A Threat To GPS

http://www.avweb.com/avwebbiz/news/Garmin_Says_4G_Threatens_GPS_204124-1.html?CMP=OTC-RSS

BBC News - Helicopter cowboys of Australia's Outback

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-pacific-12408888

Monday, February 14, 2011

Europe set for landmark launch with robot freighter

http://www.physorg.com/news/2011-02-europe-landmark-robot-freighter.html

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Sunday, February 13, 2011

Small plane loses power, lands on Ga. highway -

http://www.wtoc.com/Global/story.asp?S=14021189

New Russian helicopter can land on top of Mount Everest | Video |

http://en.rian.ru/video/20110210/162539714.html

TSB releases last communications of pilot - Local - News - The Telegram

http://www.thetelegram.com/News/Local/2011-02-12/article-2221062/TSB-releases-last-communications-of-pilot/1

FAA bill stalls again over fight for flights - State & Federal Government

http://www.theolympian.com/2011/02/12/1541089/faa-bill-stalls-again-over-fight.html

House Aims To Cut FAA Funding

http://www.avweb.com/avwebflash/news/House_Cut_FAA_Funding_204107-1.html?CMP=OTC-RSS

LIVE WEBINAR: Keeping the Dirty Side Down - Avoiding Surprises While Maneuvering! - FAASafety.gov

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You have asked us to notify you when a seminar is scheduled that meets your criteria. The following seminar may be of interest to you: "LIVE WEBINAR: Keeping the Dirty Side Down - Avoiding Surprises While Maneuvering!" Topic: Avoiding Maneuvering Flight Accidents On Monday, February 28, 2011 at 8:00 PM Location: ON YOUR OWN COMPUTER! Bright Spot, Inc. Hilton, NY 14468 Select Number: EA2336953 Description: This live, on-line seminar is intended to help general aviation pilots avoid maneuvering flight accidents. Note: 8:00 PM Eastern Time Feb. 28, 2011. Please adjust for your local time zone if necessary. Pertinent aerodynamic concepts will be reviewed and their practical application will be stressed. See the "Additional Event Info" for details on how to participate in this exciting free* webinar!* To view further details and registration information for this seminar, click here. The sponsor for this seminar is: The FAA Safety Team The following credit(s) are available for the WINGS/AMT Programs: Basic Knowledge 3 1.00 Click here to view the WINGS help page
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