'Jetman' Yves Rossy Shows Us How to Fly His Carbon Fiber Jet Wing

http://www.wired.com/autopia/2013/07/how-to-fly-like-jetman/

Fwd: "Runway Status Lights Are Coming to an Airport Near You" - FAASafety.gov

	FAA Safety Team | Safer Skies Through Education
Runway Status Lights Are Coming to an Airport Near You Notice Number: NOTC4887 What Are Runway Status Lights? Runway Status Lights (RWSL) are a series of red in-pavement lights that warn pilots of high-speed aircraft or vehicles on runways. They operate independently of Air Traffic Control. Runway Status Lights have two states: ON (lights are illuminated red) and OFF (lights are off) and are switched automatically based on information from the airport surface surveillance systems. RWSL will improve airport safety by indicating when it is unsafe to enter, cross, or takeoff from a runway.   The RWSL system has two types of lights. Runway Entrance Lights (RELs) are installed at taxiways and Takeoff Hold Lights (THLs) on runways.   Runway Entrance Lights Runway Entrance Lights (RELs) are a series of red in-pavement lights spaced evenly along the taxiway centerline from the taxiway hold line to the runway edge. One REL is placed before the hold line and one REL is placed near the runway centerline. RELs are directed toward the runway hold line and are oriented to be visible only to pilots entering or crossing the runway from that location. RELs that are ON (illuminated red) indicate that the runway ahead is not safe to enter or cross. Pilots should remain clear of a runway when RELs along their taxi route are illuminated. Lights that are off convey no meaning.   The system is not, at any time, intended to convey approval or clearance to proceed into a runway. Pilots remain obligated to comply with all ATC clearances, except when compliance would require crossing illuminated red RELs. In such a case, the crews should hold short of the runway for RELs, contact ATC, and await further instructions.    Takeoff Hold Lights The Takeoff Hold Light (THLs) system is composed of red in-pavement fixtures in a double row on either side of the runway centerline lighting. Fixtures are focused toward the arrival end of the runway at the "Line Up and Wait" point and extend in front of the holding aircraft beginning 375' beyond the runway threshold and extending for 1,500'. Illuminated red lights provide a signal, to an aircraft in position for takeoff or rolling, that it is unsafe to takeoff because the runway is occupied or about to be occupied by another aircraft or ground vehicle. THLs that are ON (illuminatedred) indicate that the runway ahead is not safe to takeoff. Pilots should refuse takeoff clearance if THLs are illuminated. Red THLs mean do not takeoff.Whenever a pilot observes the red lights of the THLs, the pilot will stop or remain stopped. The pilot will contact ATC for resolution if any clearance is in conflict with the lights. Lights that are off convey no meaning. The system is not, at any time, intended to convey approval or clearance to takeoff. Pilots must still receive an ATC clearance to takeoff.     RWSL are in operation at MCO and IAD. The system will be operational at PHX and IAH in 2013.   Pilots are encouraged to learn more about RWSL at: http://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/technology/rwsl/.     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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Kentucky Exposition Center to host international Helicopter Association show -

http://www.bizjournals.com/louisville/news/2013/07/26/helicopter-trade-show---billed-as.html

First Open Source Airplane Could Cost Just $15,000

http://www.wired.com/autopia/2013/07/open-source-airplane-design/

Redbird Skyport Hosts Its Next Flight-Training Experiment: The Redhawk

http://www.aero-news.net/index.cfm?do=main.textpost&id=66c647e2-ab7e-48e4-8cc0-414257406fac

Wings Over North Georgia To Feature Several Aerobatic Performers

http://www.aero-news.net/index.cfm?do=main.textpost&id=650e12c4-4eb0-4495-a37b-ccce49d5269a

Did you know that the Saturn V's fuel economy was 7 inches per gallon?

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FAA certifies first 2 drones for domestic flight

http://www.khou.com/news/business/217180081.html

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Pentagon readying anti-missile blimps for D.C.

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Pentagon readying anti-missile blimps for D.C.

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Asiana Flight 214 Pilot's Names Released -dr YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C76T9_fThH0&feature=player_embedded

Fwd: "New ADS-B Surface Services Are Available Now" - FAASafety.gov

	FAA Safety Team | Safer Skies Through Education
New ADS-B Surface Services Are Available Now Notice Number: NOTC4864 Attention Pilots New ADS-B Surface Services Are Available Now    Pilots who use the surface airspace listed below can now receive free traffic and weather information in the cockpit. To receive these services, aircraft must be equipped with an Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast (ADS-B) transmitter/receiver or transceiver and a cockpit display of traffic information (CDTI).   Service Volume Name Airport ID Baltimore-Washington BWI Bradley BDL General Mitchell MKE George Bush Intercontinental IAH Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta ATL The new services include:   Flight Information Service - Broadcast (FIS-B), which provides pilots and flight crews with a cockpit display of aviation weather and aeronautical information via Universal Access Transceiver (UAT) equipment on 978 MHz.  Note:  FIS-B is not compatible with 1090ES avionics. The following FIS-B weather products are for advisory use only.  o    Aviation Routine Weather Reports (METARs). o    Special Aviation Reports (SPECIs). o    Terminal Area Forecasts (TAFs) and their amendments. o    NEXRAD (regional and CONUS) precipitation maps. o    Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) Distant and Flight Data Center. o    Airmen's Meteorological Conditions (AIRMET). o    Significant Meteorological Conditions (SIGMET) and Convective SIGMET. o    Status of Special Use Airspace (SUA). o    Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs). o    Winds and Temperatures Aloft. o    Pilot Reports (PIREPS). o    TIS-B service status. Traffic Information Service - Broadcast (TIS-B), which enhances a pilot's visual acquisition of other traffic on 978 UAT and 1090 MHz Extended Squitter (1090 ES). TIS-B is an advisory only service.  Pilots must continue to exercise vigilance to "see and avoid" other aircraft in accordance with Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations Section 91.113b. The following table lists which type of data link is required to receive TIS-B and FIS-B services:  If the aircraft is equipped with the following data link… Then the pilot can receive the following services… 978 MHz Universal Access Transceiver (UAT) TIS-B and FIS-B 1090 MHz Extended Squitter (1090 ES) TIS-B The FAA encourages users of TIS-B and FIS-B to report any irregularities observed while using the services. Reports should contain the following information: 1.     Time of observation. 2.     Location. 3.     Type and identity of the aircraft. 4.     Description of the condition observed. 5.     Type of avionics system and software version used.   You can report issues by contacting the nearest Air Traffic Control (ATC) facility, Flight Service Station (FSS) facility, or by submitting FAA Form 8740-5, Safety Improvement Report, available from FSSs, Flight Standards District Offices, or general aviation fixed-based operators. When the service is not available, as result of a service volume network being out of service, the service condition will be NOTAMed as NOT AVBL.   EXAMPLE -    !PHL PHL SVC TRAFFIC INFORMATION SERVICE BROADCAST NOT AVBL   Additional information about ADS-B services can be found in the Aeronautical Information Manual at the following link:  http://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/ATpubs/AIM/Index.htm    For more information about the FAA's ADS-B program, visit www.faa.gov/nextgen/adsb.    Questions?      Contact the FAA Flight Standards ADS-B Office at 9-AWA-AVS-ADS-Programs-AFS@faa.gov. Contact the FAA Aircraft Certification ADS-B Office at 9-AWA-AVS-ADS-Programs-AIR@faa.gov.   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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Old Aircraft Parts Turned into Luxurious Furniture

http://www.neatorama.com/2013/07/22/Old-Aircraft-Parts-Turned-into-Luxurious-Furniture/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Neatorama+%28Neatorama%29

Girl who survived Asiana plane crash killed by SFO firetruck

http://www.marinij.com/business/ci_23696814/girl-who-survived-asiana-plane-killed-by-fire

Colorado Town Declares Open Season On Federal Drones

http://personalliberty.com/2013/07/19/colorado-town-declares-open-season-on-federal-drones/

TSA screening about to get a lot worse

http://boingboing.net/2013/07/19/tsa-screening-about-to-get-a.html

FAA warns public against shooting guns at drones

http://www.newstalkradiowhio.com/ap/ap/political/faa-warns-public-against-shooting-guns-at-drones/pwNWd/

FAA Adopts Final Policy Statement On Residential TTF Access

http://www.aero-news.net/index.cfm?do=main.textpost&id=a16e930b-decc-4681-807e-90dea4842728

GPS System Improved As New Satellite Enters Service

GPS System Improved As New Satellite Enters Service
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GPS IIF Delivers Better Position, Navigation And Timing Data The Global Positioning System, which millions of people including many pilots use every day for precise navigation and timing, recently became more accurate and reliable as the fourth Boeing GPS IIF satellite began operating in the U.S. Air Force network.

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And the Blue Ribbon Goes to Cullman FBO

And the Blue Ribbon Goes to Cullman FBO
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AVweb's  Blue Ribbon of the week goes to the FBO at (Folsom Field/KCMD) in Vinemont, Alabama last week. AVweb reader Christopher Leonard brought Cullman to the attention of the good folks at AvWeb: This is a great airport! Ben Harrison, the assistant airport manager, was out in front to greet us when we arrived. That doesn't happen very often elsewhere.

In addition, I had an experience where they really shined in terms of customer service: I inadvertently left my iPad in a rental car there and called the next morning when I realized it was missing. The person I spoke with at the front desk immediately went and tracked it down, and then Ben took it over to the UPS Store for me, got me in touch with the person at the store while he waited so I could arrange shipping back to me, and then stayed to ensure that everything was all set with the package before leaving. This is fantastic service!

Congratulations to Bob Burns, Ben Harrison and staff at the Cullman FBO for their recognition.  Note the identifier is changed to KCMD for  Cullman Regional Airport , home to Wallace State Flight Technology Department, Sky Dive Alabama and the Prop Restaurant. -Staff Report

 

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A Drone Fell From the Sky and Exploded Next to a Florida Highway

http://gizmodo.com/a-drone-fell-from-the-sky-and-exploded-next-to-a-florid-813083795

Small Airplane Revitalization Act Clears The House

http://www.aero-news.net/index.cfm?do=main.textpost&id=b8b755fc-68d8-4214-8159-b116cc1251d0

LaserGrade Demo Start

http://demo.lasergrade.com/

Hartselle Seeks Airport Improvement Funds

http://www.alabamaaviator.com/news.asp?record_no=25717

Restoration of famed WWII bomber Memphis Belle flies high m

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NTSB Apologizes For Epic Asiana 214 info Blunder

http://www.aero-news.net/index.cfm?do=main.textpost&id=cfd69424-1089-4e81-965c-9f94b1d27325

Goodyear bids goodbye to blimps, says hello to zeppelins |

http://news.cnet.com/8301-13576_3-57593561-315/goodyear-bids-goodbye-to-blimps-says-hello-to-zeppelins/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=title

Human-powered helicopter finally takes Sikorsky Prize

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Philadelphia Dry Cleaner Using Quadcopter For Laundry Delivery

http://www.aero-news.net/index.cfm?do=main.textpost&id=4e568315-def8-40e7-b39b-259facd40eec

New video streaming technology for mobile phones

http://phys.org/news/2013-07-video-streaming-technology-mobile.html

Fwd: "New Issue of FAA Safety Briefing Avialable" - FAASafety.gov

	FAA Safety Team | Safer Skies Through Education
New Issue of FAA Safety Briefing Avialable Notice Number: NOTC4852 The July/August 2013 issue of FAA Safety Briefing focuses on airman preparedness. Articles explore procedures, techniques, and equipment that can help you stay ahead of the aviation safety curve and prepare for the unexpected.   Among the feature articles in this issue include: ·      "What Would MacGyver Do?"  - a look into aviation survival equipment (p. 10) ·      "Defensive Flying"  - being prepared for the unexpected (p. 14) ·      and "Beyond the Checklist" - little things that can make a big difference when it comes to safety (p. 17)   Other features cover the ins and outs of emergency locator transmitters (p. 19) as well as this year's National General Aviation Award Winners (p. 24). Those attending AirVenture this year will also find a schedule of FAA Safety forums on page 6.   The issue's Checklist department (p. 17) covers NTSB's list of Safety Alerts for general aviation and Angle of Attack introduces the GAJSC's new Safety Enhancement outreach program.  Vertically Speaking (p. 30) covers bird strike risk reduction, while Nuts, Bolts, and Electrons (p. 27) looks at the benefits of cleanliness and organization in the hangar.   The link to the online edition is: http://www.faa.gov/news/safety_briefing/. Also, be sure to follow us on Twitter @FAASafetyBrief or https://twitter.com/FAASafetyBrief FAA Safety Briefing is the safety policy voice for the non-commercial general aviation community.  The magazine's objective is to improve safety by: ·     making the community aware of FAA resources ·     helping readers understand safety and regulatory issues, and ·           encouraging continued training Produced by the editors, FAA Safety Briefing, http://www.faa.gov/news/safety_briefing/ Address questions or comments to: SafetyBriefing@faa.gov. Follow us on Twitter @FAASafetyBrief or https://twitter.com/FAASafetyBrief. This notice is being sent to you because you selected "FAA Newsletters" 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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GPS System Improved As New Satellite Enters Service

http://www.aero-news.net/index.cfm?do=main.textpost&id=6980bdea-d279-4e27-a315-3fea077bc7c6

Huntsville International Airport Reopens West Runway

http://www.alabamaaviator.com/news.asp?record_no=25686

Fwd: Meeting starts at 7:00pm CDT Using GPS Systems and ADS-B (EVENT UPDATE) - FAASafety.gov

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A scheduled seminar meeting your notification preferences has had some changes. Below is a brief description of the modified seminar: "Meeting starts at 7:00pm CDT Using GPS Systems and ADS-B" Topic: GPS, ADS-B and popular Electronic Flight Bags EFB i.e. I-Pads and the like, understanding ADS-B requirements and its limitations On Thursday, July 11, 2013 at 7:00 PM Location: Shelby County Services Building 1123 County Services Drive, Pelham, AL Pelham, AL 35124 Description: This two hour seminar will provide a good overview of GPS, ADS-B and associated systems. Mr. Michel Kussatz of Garmin will be our presenter and will open the floor for Q & A.  It will be a great time to ask the expert. To view further details and registration information for this seminar, click here. 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. Thank you for using http://FAASafety.gov.
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Video: Safe Flight's Angle of Attack Indicators

http://www.avweb.com/avwebflash/exclusivevids/ExclusiveVideo_SafeFlight_AngleOfAttackIndicators_220023-1.html?CMP=OTC-RSS

X-ray Video of Bats Flying -

http://www.neatorama.com/2013/07/06/X-ray-Video-of-Bats-Flying/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Neatorama+%28Neatorama%29

John King Weighs In On Airman Certification Standards |

http://www.aero-news.net/index.cfm?do=main.textpost&id=03821de7-6434-4ad2-8e6b-dc03991b10c6

Government Manual Explains How To Survive A Plane Crash 'Like MacGyver' -

http://www.sfgate.com/technology/businessinsider/article/Government-Manual-Explains-How-To-Survive-A-Plane-4643135.php

Meanwhile in Egypt of the Day: Protesters Target Helicopters with Laser Pointers -

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New video techniques are revealing secrets of flight that could produce better robots —

http://gigaom.com/2013/07/03/new-video-techniques-are-revealing-secrets-of-flight-that-could-produce-better-robots/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+OmMalik+%28GigaOM%3A+Tech%29

Post 9/11 GI Bill Covers Pilot Training Through Wallace State Flight Program - Wallace State News

http://news.wallacestate.edu/post-911-gi-bill-covers-pilot-training-through-wallace-state-flight-program/

American Tax Dollars Used To Buy Russian Helicopters For Afghans… Who Aren’t Trained To Fly Them :

http://personalliberty.com/2013/07/01/american-tax-dollars-used-to-buy-russian-helicopters-for-afghans-who-arent-trained-to-fly-them/

FBO of the Week: Cullman Regional Airport (K3A1)

http://www.avweb.com/avwebflash/fbo/FBOOfTheWeek_CullmanRegionalAirport_FolsomField_K3A1_208928-1.html