Flight Attendants Union Coalition Endorses President Obama For Re-Election

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U.S. police chiefs, Congress issue stark warning over survillance drones

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Era Aviation plane makes emergency landing in Homer

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Fwd: Flying for a Lifetime - 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: "Flying for a Lifetime" Topic: Flying for a Lifetime On Thursday, October 4, 2012 at 7:00 PM Location: University of Alabama in Huntsville 1410 Ben Graves Drive Chan Auditorium Huntsville, AL 35899 Select Number: NR0346012 Description: A bit of trivia: Every cell in the human body is replaced at least once every ten years. You are, quite literally, not the same person you were a decade ago. You're also (less literally) not the same pilot. Experience, physical stamina, risk tolerance, mental acuity: They all shift over the years, in obvious and not-so-obvious ways. Question is, how do you adjust? Our latest seminar delves into the forces that shape us as pilots, and explores different ways to maintain the same high level of safety over a lifetime of flying. To view further details and registration information for this seminar, click here. The sponsor for this seminar is: AOPAIA The FAA Safety Team (FAASTeam) is committed to providing equal access to this meeting/event for all participants. If you need alternative formats or services because of a disability, please communicate your request as soon as possible with the person in the "Contact Information" area of the meeting/event notice. Note that two weeks is usually required to arrange services. The following credit(s) are available for the WINGS/AMT Programs: Basic Knowledge 3 - 1 Credit Click here to view the WINGS help page
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New airport system facilitates smoother take-offs and landings

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/09/120919124852.htm?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sciencedaily+%28ScienceDaily%3A+Latest+Science+News%29

Not Within A Thousand Years

http://www.wright-brothers.org/History_Wing/Wright_Story/Inventing_the_Airplane/Not_Within_A_Thousand_Years/Not_Within_A_Thousand_Years.htm

New Chinese Fighter Photos "Leaked"

http://www.avweb.com/avwebflash/news/Chinese_Fighter_Photos_Leaked_207370-1.html?CMP=OTC-RSS

American Airlines goes big, hands out Samsung Galaxy Note’s to Flight Attendants |

http://androidspin.com/2012/09/19/american-airlines-goes-big-hands-out-samsung-galaxy-notes-to-flight-attendants/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+androidspin%2Ffeed+%28AndroidSPIN+%7C+Your+No.1+source+for+Android+news.%29

Three Space Shuttle flight decks (photos) -

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Video: The Last Flying B-24 Bomber (Collings Foundation)

http://www.avweb.com/avwebflash/exclusivevids/ExclusiveVideo_CollingsFoundationB24LiberatorBomber_Witchcraft_207366-1.html

Pregnant BASE Jumper Fatally Injured During What Was To Be Her Last Jump |

http://www.aero-news.net/index.cfm?do=main.textpost&id=b77236bf-9569-4964-84bb-d54caea83da1

Flightradar24.com - Live flight tracker!

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UPDATE: Reports indicate no survivors from small plane crash near Smith Lake (WITH PHOTOS, VIDEO)

http://www.cullmantimes.com/local/x72188645/Small-plane-crashes-near-Smith-Lake

"Girls Fly Too" Program Expands, Military Options Explored. |

http://www.youralaskalink.com/news/aviation/Girls-Fly-Too-Program-Expands-169876146.html

One dead in east Alabama plane crash - WAFF-TV: News, Weather and Sports for Huntsville, AL

http://www.waff.com/story/19552172/first-reponders-in-search-of-downwed-plane

Southwest Airlines The Making of Florida One - YouTube

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Wind-power blimp takes to the air (video)

http://news.cnet.com/8301-11386_3-57417675-76/wind-power-blimp-takes-to-the-air-video/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=title

"The day the Navy learned it could fly from ships"

 

 

I believe that anyone who is and was Navy will particularly enjoy this. WH. The day the Navy learned it could fly from ships One hundred years is a very long time. Yet in the hierarchy of modern marvels, the ability to recover and launch aircraft from the deck of a moving ship stands out as one of our signature accomplishments. Which just goes to show you: Some tricks never grow old. Naval aviation was invented one hundred years ago, on January 18, 1911, when a 24- year-old barnstormer pilot named Eugene B. Ely completed the world's first successful landing on a ship. It happened in San Francisco Bay, aboard the cruiser USS Pennsylvania, which had a temporary 133-foot wooden landing strip built above her afterdeck and gun turret as part of the experiment. Ely accomplished his feat just eight years after the Wright Brothers made their first flight at Kitty Hawk . His aircraft was rudimentary: a Curtiss Model D "Pusher" biplane, equipped with a 60 hp V-8 engine that gave the aircraft a 50 mph airspeed. To get a sense of how simple it was, behold a contemporary replica of Ely's 1911 Curtiss Pusher that was built to celebrate this 100th anniversary: But back then, innovation was afoot. Ely's Curtis Pusher had been fitted with a clever new invention called a tailhook. The idea was to quickly halt the aircraft after landing by using the tailhook to catch one or two of 22 rope lines. Each propped up a foot above the deck and weighted by 50-pound sandbags tied to each end -- Strung three feet apart along the Pennsylvania's temporary flight deck. Mark J. Denger of the California Center for Military History has written a tidy biography of Eugene Ely which narrates the historic day: On the morning of January 18, 1911, Eugene Ely, in a Curtiss pusher biplane specially equipped with arresting hooks on its axle, took off from Selfridge Field (Tanforan Racetrack, in San Bruno , Calif. ) and headed for the San Francisco Bay. After about 10 minutes flying North toward Goat Island (now Yerba Buena), Eugene spotted his target through the gray haze - the PENNSYLVANIA . Ely's plane was first sighted one-half mile from the PENNSYLVANIA's bridge at an altitude of 1,500 feet, cruising at a speed of approximately 60 mph. Now ten miles out from Tanforan, he circled the several vessels of the Pacific Fleet at anchor in San Francisco Bay . The aeroplane dipped to 400 feet as it passed directly over the MARYLAND and, still dropping, flew over the WEST VIRGINIA 's bow at an height of only 100 feet. With a crosswind of almost 15 knots, he flew past the cruiser and then banked some 500 yards from the PENNSYLVANIA's starboard quarter to set up his landing approach. Ely now headed straight for the ship, cutting his engine when he was only 75 feet from the fantail, and allowed the wind to glide the aircraft onto the landing deck. At a speed of 40 mph Ely landed on the center line of the Pennsylvania's deck at 11:01 a.m. The forward momentum of his plane was quickly retarded by the ropes stretched between the large movable sand that had been placed along the entire length of the runway. As the plane landed, the hooks on the undercarriage caught the ropes exactly as planned, which brought the plane to a complete stop. Once on board the PENNSYLVANIA, sheer pandemonium broke loose as Ely was greeted with a bombardment of Cheers, boat horns and whistles, both aboard the PENNSYLVANIA and from the surrounding vessels. Ely was immediately greeted by his wife, Mabel, who greeted him with an enthusiastic "I knew you could do it," and then by Captain Pond, Commanding Officer of the PENNSYLVANIA. Then it was time for interviews and a few photographs for the reporters. Everything had gone exactly as planned. Pond called it "the most important landing of a bird since the dove flew back to Noah's ark." Pond would later report, "Nothing damaged, and not a bolt or brace startled, and Ely the coolest man on board." (NOTE: Safety first! Check out Ely's inner-tube life preserver!) After completing several interviews, Ely was escorted to the Captain's cabin where he and his wife were the honored guests at an officers lunch. While they dined, the landing platform was cleared and the plane turned around in preparation for takeoff. Then the Ely's, Pond and the others posed for photographs. 57 minutes later, he made a perfect take-off from the platform, returning to Selfridge Field at the Tanforan racetrack where another tremendous ovation awaited him. Both the landing and takeoff were witnessed by several distinguished members of both U.S. Army and Navy, as well as state military officials.. Ely had successfully demonstrated the possibility of the aircraft carrier. Indeed. The US Navy's first aircraft carrier, the USS Langley, was commissioned in 1922, eleven years later. But Ely didn't live to witness the milestone; he died just a few months after his historic flight, on October 11, 1911, when he was thrown from his aircraft during a crash at an air show. But 100 years ago, he merged the power of naval warships and aviation in ways that remain cutting-edge, even today.

 

GPS data gets boost from new EU service |

http://news.cnet.com/8301-1035_3-57481165-94/gps-data-gets-boost-from-new-eu-service/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=title

FAA Investigates Plane Door That Fell Out of the Sky - YouTube

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fq7vVkYDXGs

Drone, Last Seen Flying Over Washington, D.C., Has Gone Missing

http://gizmodo.com/5943191/drone-last-seen-flying-over-washington-dc-has-gone-missing

Obama Finally Talks Drone War, But It's Almost Impossible to Believe Him |

http://www.wired.com/dangerroom/2012/09/obama-drone/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+wired%2Findex+%28Wired%3A+Top+Stories%29

Fwd: TSA and FAA Issue BOLO for Possible GA Aircraft Threat

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TSA and FAA Issue BOLO Advisory for Possible GA Aircraft Threat September 13,2012 JTTF notified Region 2 of a potential threat of an individual wanting to crash GA aircraft (Piper) into his girlfriend''s house or another building. The subject is Michael L. Sills, DOB 1/29/49. Aircraft type: Piper with tail # N2453U.  Local PD searched aircraft hangar at the Apopka Airport in Florida and found the subject''s vehicle containing blood and vehicle exhaust hooked up for suicide attempt. The subject was not at the scene and aircraft was gone. The aircraft has a range of approximately 500 miles and from witness accounts departed Apopka Airport at approximately 2130 hrs on September 11. It appears the subject may have landed at another airport or may have already crashed the aircraft.  Please provide the above BOLO information to all General Aviation Airports and Fixed Based Operators. FAA has been notified and is also sending BOLO through FAA channels. If anyone locates aircraft or subject; contact JTTF FAM Cheyenne Sykes at 407 702-8677. 800.788.3210 Voice ~ 800.682.1969 Fax ~ 703.842.5317 Intl. Voice/Fax www.NATACS.aero ~ info@natacs.aero

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‘Obama Sux’ – President Gets Eye-Opening Greeting At Airport

http://freedomoutpost.com/2012/09/obama-sux-president-gets-eye-opening-greeting-at-airport/

NAFI: States Try To Regulate Flight Training

http://www.avweb.com/avwebflash/news/nafi_regulation_state_flight_training_student_pilot_207338-1.html

Problems dogging new high-tech air traffic system

http://phys.org/news/2012-09-problems-dogging-high-tech-air-traffic.html

Let there be color! Enchroma creates special sunglasses to help the color blind |

http://www.extremetech.com/extreme/135953-let-there-be-color-enchroma-designs-special-sunglasses-to-help-the-color-blind?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+ziffdavis%2Fextremetech+%28Extremetech%29

Two Planes Survive a Scary Mid-Air Collision - YouTube

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Fwd: Annual Columbus AFB FLY-IN or DRIVE-IN - FAASafety.gov

	FAA Safety Team | Safer Skies Through Education
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: "Annual Columbus AFB FLY-IN or DRIVE-IN" Topic: Safety briefings by the USAF and the FAA Safety Team, Tours of RAPCON, Simulator Rides, Static Displays. On Saturday, October 13, 2012 at 8:00 AM Location: Columbus Air Force Base, 14th Flying Training Wing 555 Seventh Street Columbus, MS 39710 Select Number: SW3146290 Description: Safety briefings by the USAF and the FAASTeam, Tours of RAPCON, Simulator Rides, Static Displays. To view further details and registration information for this seminar, click here. The sponsor for this seminar is: FAASTeam The FAA Safety Team (FAASTeam) is committed to providing equal access to this meeting/event for all participants. If you need alternative formats or services because of a disability, please communicate your request as soon as possible with the person in the "Contact Information" area of the meeting/event notice. Note that two weeks is usually required to arrange services. The following credit(s) are available for the WINGS/AMT Programs: Basic Knowledge 1 - 1 Credit Advanced Knowledge 1 - 1 Credit Master Knowledge 1 - 1 Credit Click here to view the WINGS help page
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Group: FAA bosses urged workers to vote Democrat |

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Fwd: "Single Pilot Jet Proficiency Checks FAR 61.58" - FAASafety.gov

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Single Pilot Jet Proficiency Checks FAR 61.58 Notice Number: NOTC4129 Beginning October 31, 2012, a proficiency check will be required annually for a PIC of any turbojet certified for single pilot operation. The rule, which was changed last year, gave pilots of these aircraft 1 year to obtain the necessary check before it becomes mandatory on 10/31/2012. The rule language is below: § 61.58  Pilot-in-command proficiency check: Operation of an aircraft that requires more than one pilot flight crewmember or is turbojet-powered (a) Except as otherwise provided in this section, to serve as pilot in command of an aircraft that is type certificated for more than one required pilot flight crewmember or is turbojet-powered, a person must—  (1) Within the preceding 12 calendar months, complete a pilot-in-command proficiency check in an aircraft that is type certificated for more than one required pilot flight crewmember or is turbojet-powered; and  (2) Within the preceding 24 calendar months, complete a pilot-in-command proficiency check in the particular type of aircraft in which that person will serve as pilot in command, that is type certificated for more than one required pilot flight crewmember or is turbojet-powered. (j) A pilot-in-command of a turbojet powered aircraft that is type certificated for one pilot does not have to comply with the pilot-in-command proficiency check requirements in paragraphs (a)(1) and (a)(2) of this section until October 31, 2012. This notice is being sent to you because you selected "FAR Part 91/135 Turbojet Operators" in your preferences on FAASafety.gov. If you wish to adjust your selections, log into https://www.faasafety.gov/Users/pub/preferences.aspx where you can update your preferences.
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Fwd: "Updated AIM Information" - FAASafety.gov

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Updated AIM Information Notice Number: NOTC4145 Recently a pilot informed us of changes to the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) concerning the use of lights and transponder while moving on the surface of an airport. This pilot learned from a Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE). Although it is your individual responsibility to stay aware of procedures in the AIM, we thought you would want to know about this particular safety initiative! The AIM, which is available at http://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/atpubs/aim/Index.htm, is updated in February and July of each year, and included in the last February change was an updated description of the "Operation Lights On" pilot safety program. In section 4-3-23, Use of Aircraft Lights, paragraphs (c), (e), (f) and (g) describe the use of lights while on an airport. We invite you to go to the AIM and read each of these paragraphs. For example, paragraph (e) states, Prior to commencing taxi, it is recommended to turn on navigation, position, anti­-collision, and logo lights (if equipped). To signal intent to other pilots, consider turning on the taxi light when the aircraft is moving or intending to move on the ground, and turning it off when stopped or yielding to other ground traffic. Strobe lights should not be illuminated during taxi if they will adversely affect the vision of other pilots or ground personnel. Furthermore, the use of your transponder while taxiing is recommended in paragraph 4-1-20. It says, in part, Civil and military transponders should be turned to the "on" or normal altitude reporting position prior to moving on the airport surface to ensure the aircraft is visible to ATC surveillance systems. We encourage you to keep abreast of the periodic changes to the AIM, and they make it easy by providing a change summary page for each change. We appreciate these items being brought to our attention so that we could share them with you. This notice is being sent to you because you selected "General Information" in your preferences on FAASafety.gov. If you wish to adjust your selections, log into https://www.faasafety.gov/Users/pub/preferences.aspx where you can update your preferences.
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Two FAA Managers Allegedly Urged Workers To Vote For Democrats |

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New NASA Space Technology App Educates Users At Hypersonic Speeds |

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SkyGeek.com military headset adapter

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Helicopter video

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New Zealand Pilots Oppose Fee Hikes

http://www.avweb.com/avwebflash/news/New_Zealand_Pilots_Oppose_Fees_207288-1.html

The Vintage Aviator |

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FAA releases recordings from wayward flight |

http://www.kval.com/news/national/76237197.html?tab=video

Fwd: FAASTeam Pilot & CFI Workshop #8

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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 Pilot & CFI Workshop #8" Topic: This Pilot and CFI Workshop will cover Pilot Deviations including Runway Incursions. On Monday, September 10, 2012 at 6:00 PM Location: Aim High Simulations, Eckford Aviation LLC 219 Key Dr Madison, MS 39110 Select Number: SW3146174 Description: This is CFI Workshop module #8 in the series of eight modules.  In this module, Pilot Deviations including Runway Incursions will be discussed. To view further details and registration information for this seminar, click here. The sponsor for this seminar is: National FAASTeam / Jackson FSDO The following credit(s) are available for the WINGS/AMT Programs: Basic Knowledge 3 - 1 Credit Advanced Knowledge 1 - 1 Credit Master Knowledge 1 - 1 Credit Click here to view the WINGS help page
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The World's Shortest Scheduled Airline Flight is Just 2 Minutes Long -

http://www.neatorama.com/2012/09/01/The-Worlds-Shortest-Scheduled-Airline-Flight-is-Just-2-Minutes-Long/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Neatorama+%28Neatorama%29