Human-Powered Helicopter Attempts Prize-Winning Flight Today

http://www.wired.com/autopia/2013/02/gamera-ii-sikorsky-prize/

Helicopter rescue of DEER from frozen lake too dangerous to walk on - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G_zXePyB2oQ&feature=youtu.be

Pilot Loses Flying Privileges In Plea Agreement

http://www.aero-news.net/index.cfm?do=main.textpost&id=78b6c698-04fc-4566-85da-7f8ac78318d7

"Aircraft Laser Illumination" part 1 of 2, FAA & Air Force video - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kYAgnrfeUpk

Gov Bentley Calls for Support of Alabama Commercial Aviation Business Improvement Act

http://www.alabamaaviator.com/news.asp?record_no=25178

Helicopter Pilot Saves Kid's RC Plane - CAUTION USES F*** WORD ALOT> YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O5ElGt6iAYw&feature=youtube_gdata_player

Aerial photography ban proposed for all but government

http://agbeat.com/business-news/aerial-photography-ban-proposed-for-all-but-government/

FAA Planning for $600 Million in 2013 Spending Cuts

http://www.alabamaaviator.com/news.asp?record_no=25146

Magellan GPS watches arrive in Europe

http://www.coolest-gadgets.com/20130222/magellan-gps-watches-arrive-europe/

Video: Throwing and catching an inverted pendulum – with quadrocopters

I have been watching this technology for about a year now. We are in trouble.

http://robohub.org/video-throwing-and-catching-an-inverted-pendulum-with-quadrocopters/

White House Calls Potential Loss Of Aviation Jobs A 'Difficult Choice'

http://www.aero-news.net/index.cfm?do=main.textpost&id=66ddc8af-527c-44a9-86e9-404cd3d74577

Drones Large and Small Coming to US |

http://www.livescience.com/27288-drone-diversity-creatures.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Livesciencecom+%28LiveScience.com+Science+Headline+Feed%29

Italian Jet Company Converts Passenger Plane Into the World's Most Stylish UAV

http://gizmodo.com/5985484/italian-jet-company-converts-passenger-plane-into-the-worlds-most-stylish-uav

Report: Spy Blimp Axed

http://www.avweb.com/avwebflash/news/Report_SpyBlimpAxed_208200-1.html

Phoenix-Fly - The Need 4 Speed - Mountain Trails

https://player.vimeo.com/video/56534375

Can Police Be Trusted With Drones?

http://www.motherjones.com/mojo/2013/02/meet-california-sheriff-who-wants-use-drones

Garmin Introduces All-Digital Altimeter

http://www.aviationtoday.com/rw/commercial/ems/Garmin-Introduces-All-Digital-Altimeter_78504.html

Off-Airport Landing Video Captures Attention

http://www.avweb.com/avwebflash/news/Off_Airport_Landing_Video_208182-1.html

App-Makers Appeal To President, FAA

http://www.avweb.com/avwebflash/news/app_maker_letter_president_faa_cost_recovery_digital_data_208178-1.html

USAF Thunderbirds To Headline Wings Over North Georgia Air Show |

http://www.aero-news.net/index.cfm?do=main.textpost&id=b59ff1df-c282-43b7-a19b-3dde44eca0e2

Fort Payne Students Win Aviation Competition

http://www.alabamaaviator.com/news.asp?record_no=25117

NASA - Spot The Station

http://spotthestation.nasa.gov/index.cfm

Scientists have developed a new system that increase GPS accuracy by up to 90%

http://gizmodo.com/5984255/this-invention-will-make-your-gps-not-to-suck-in-cities

Dare to Dip and Dive With This Duo of Damn Durable Drones

http://gizmodo.com/5983583/dare-to-dip-and-dive-with-this-duo-of-damn-durable-drones

PING Data Display

http://www.nssl.noaa.gov/projects/ping/display/

Oklahoma Ham Helps Develop New Winter Weather App for NOAA

http://www.arrl.org/news/view/oklahoma-ham-helps-develop-new-winter-weather-app-for-noaa

CFM Partners with Premier Group Bringing Flight Options to BHM

http://www.alabamaaviator.com/news.asp?record_no=25109

Drones Proliferate

http://www.avweb.com/blogs/insider/AVwebInsider_DronesProliferate_208164-1.html

New technologies deployed to counter the threat of GPS jamming

http://phys.org/news/2013-02-technologies-deployed-counter-threat-gps.html

UK explores TV transmitter option to track aircraft

http://phys.org/news/2013-02-uk-explores-tv-transmitter-option.html

FAA’s US drone authorization map highlights battle between feds and sky pirates |Video

http://www.extremetech.com/extreme/148028-faas-us-drone-authorization-map-highlights-battle-between-feds-and-sky-pirates?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+ziffdavis%2Fextremetech+%28Extremetech%29

Iran Is Mass Producing Knock-Offs of the US Drone It "Downed"

http://feeds.gawker.com/~r/gizmodo/full/~3/sl1PoJMON1c/iran-is-mass-producing-knock+offs-of-the-scan-eagle-it-downed

Drones used in this country for man-hunt for ex-soldier who shot police chief's daughter and killed policeman. And they said they would not be used here.

http://www.express.co.uk/news/world/376732/Man-hunt-for-ex-soldier-who-shot-police-chief-s-daughter-and-killed-policeman

Fwd: "FAAST Blast to all CFIs" - FAASafety.gov

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	FAA Safety Team | Safer Skies Through Education
FAAST Blast to all CFIs Notice Number: NOTC4551 In accordance with FAA Notice N8900.204, which was effective 01/11/2013, we wish to inform you of your responsibility to identify any applicant for a certificate or rating who does not demonstrate the English language skill standards in accordance with 14 CFR regulations and FAA policy. You should report appropriate information about the airman to the nearest FSDO. The FSDO ASI will then take action in accordance with Order 8900.1, Volume 5, Chapter 2, Section 5. Discussion. Title 14 CFR parts 61, 63, and 65 address English language skills currently required for airman certification. Part 61 requires that pilots must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. The responsibility for ensuring applicants meet the English language eligibility requirements is shared by CFIs and GIs, part 141 and non-part 141 aviation pilot training schools, part 142 training centers, TCEs, DPEs, ASIs, and AMEs. Consequences of Failing to Meet the English Language Proficiency Requirements. Unless otherwise authorized by the Administrator, no person may exercise the privileges of an airman certificate issued under part 61, 63, or 65 unless that person meets the English language proficiency requirements of those parts. If a person holding an airman certificate issued under these parts does not meet the English language proficiency requirements, the Administrator will take action to suspend, revoke, or reissue that person's airman certificate; this action is permitted under Title 49 of the United States Code (49 U.S.C.) § 44709. The complete Notice can be found at http://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/orders_notices and is available on FAASafety.gov at https://www.faasafety.gov/files/notices/2013/Jan/N_8900_204.pdf This notice is being sent to you because you selected "Changes to FAASafety.gov" 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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Google to Begin Work on Their Own Private Airport in San Jose –

http://www.droid-life.com/2013/02/08/google-to-begin-work-on-their-own-private-airport-in-san-jose/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+DroidLife+%28Droid+Life%29

The end of aircraft icing?

http://blog.aopa.org/blog/?p=4619

2012 FAA List of Drone License Applicants |

https://www.eff.org/document/2012-faa-list-drone-applicants

Unmanned Copter and Its Rocket Launcher Arsenal

http://gizmodo.com/5982324/beware-this-unmanned-copter-and-its-rocket-launcher-arsenal

Advanced optics for personal and professional use. Oxy-Amp Oxy-Iso Hemo-Iso.

Check out the two video links under Watch.

http://o2amp.com/

Glasses Solve Color Blindness Problem.

http://o2amp.com/

Army Divisions Will Get 9 Gray Eagles For Training, But Deploy With 12 |

http://www.aero-news.net/index.cfm?do=main.textpost&id=159a34e0-6b13-4d49-bb19-bf8e3533ad8f

Blimps To Hover In DC Airspace

http://www.avweb.com/avwebflash/news/BlimpsToHoverInDCAirspace_208128-1.html

Piper AD Affects 34,000 Aircraft

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Date: Wed, Feb 6, 2013 at 3:48 PM
Subject: "FAAST Blast" - FAASafety.gov

	FAA Safety Team | Safer Skies Through Education
FAAST Blast Notice Number: NOTC4567 FAAST Blast — Week of Feb 04 – Feb 10, 2013 Biweekly FAA Safety Briefing News Update Piper AD Affects 34,000 Aircraft             A new Airworthiness Directive (AD) was issued by the FAA to correct an unsafe condition on select models of Piper PA-28, PA-32, PA-34, and PA-44 aircraft. The AD, prompted by reports of control cable assembly failures that could result in loss of pitch control, requires inspections of the stabilator control system and replacement of parts as necessary. The AD goes into effect on March 11, 2013, and affects more than 34,000 aircraft of U.S. registry. For more details on the inspection procedures required with this AD, go to http://go.usa.gov/4yMz, or click the AD link from http://www.faa.gov.    FAA Issues SAIB for Piper Super Cub             On February 6, 2013, the FAA issued a Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) alerting owners and operators of Piper PA-18 (L-21) airplanes of cracking discovered in the weld joint of the aft fuselage tail post. If undetected, the cracking could become significant and result in a potential safety of flight hazard such as loss of control of the lower rudder hinge or tail wheel. The FAA recommends the affected Piper airplane models that have accumulated 1,000 hours total time in service (TIS) be inspected using a fluorescent penetrant and/or x-ray within the next 100 hours TIS in the fuselage tail post area, and then be repeated every 1,000 hours TIS. These inspections are particularly important if the aircraft is subject to operation in severe turbulence, towing, or on rough terrain. The SAIB also provides guidance on recommended inspections for various Piper airplane models with similar tail post configurations. For more information as well as a detailed x-ray view of a damaged area, go to http://go.usa.gov/4VjF.   From FDA to FAA             The need for careful evaluation of a drug's effects is the reason for the FAA's general policy of waiting a year after a drug receives FDA approval before it will be considered for use by airmen. A drug that successfully and effectively treats a particular condition on the ground may not be safe or suitable for use in the flying environment. Learn more about how the FAA evaluates drugs for aeromedical use in the Jan/Feb 2013 issue of FAA Safety Briefing at http://1.usa.gov/FAA_ASB.   Produced by the FAA Safety Briefing editors, http://www.faa.gov/news/safety_briefing/ Address questions or comments to: SafetyBriefing@faa.gov. Follow us on Twitter @FAASafetyBrief or http://www.twitter.com/SafetyBrief 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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Iran Shows Decoded Video from Captured American Drone

http://gizmodo.com/5982251/iran-shows-decoded-video-from-captured-american-drone

The Teeny, Tiny Crazyflie Nano Quadcopter Is Available For Pre-Order

http://techcrunch.com/2013/02/06/the-teeny-tiny-crazyflie-nano-quadcopter-is-available-for-pre-order/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Techcrunch+%28TechCrunch%29

Pilot's View: Airbus A380 approach and landing at San Francisco. [VIDEO] 14 min.

http://www.wimp.com/approachlanding/

Drone Boosters Say Farmers, Not Cops, Are the Biggest U.S. Robot Market |

http://www.wired.com/dangerroom/2013/02/drone-farm/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+wired%2Findex+%28Wired%3A+Top+Stories%29

Tiny Drones Fly For Reconnaissance

http://news.discovery.com/tech/robotics/tiny-drones-fly-for-reconnaissance-120205.htm#mkcpgn=rssnws1

Mini-Drones Alert Soldiers to Battlefield Dangers |

http://www.livescience.com/26849-mini-drones-black-hornet.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Livesciencecom+%28LiveScience.com+Science+Headline+Feed%29

Blimp-Like Craft Hauls Tons of Cargo Anywhere

http://news.discovery.com/autos/military-vehicles/blimp-like-craft-hauls-tons-cargo-anywhere-130201.htm#mkcpgn=rssnws1

Who's Flying the Plane?

http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Neatorama/~3/jssV_92acKo/

Blimps to bolster Washington's air shield in test

http://www.topix.com/us/faa/2013/02/blimps-to-bolster-washingtons-air-shield-in-test?fromrss=1

Fwd: Positive Aircraft Control and Following the Rules - FAASafety.gov

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	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: "Positive Aircraft Control and Following the Rules" Topic: Loss of Control and Failure to Follow Procedures On Saturday, February 9, 2013 at 10:00 AM Location: Moontown Airport, 3M5 200 Airport Drive Brownsboro, AL 35741 Select Number: SO0948442 Description: We'll discuss contributing factors and focus on associated issues related to aircraft loss of control. Additionally, we'll look into FAA rules, discuss their origin, and assess instances where failure-to-follow got airmen into trouble.    To view further details and registration information for this seminar, click here. The sponsor for this seminar is: Alabama 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 Flight 2 - 1 Credit Click here to view the WINGS help page
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