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July 8, 2010 Volume
11, Number 28
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PILOT'S BILL OF RIGHTS
INTRODUCED IN U.S. SENATE
A bipartisan group of 23 lawmakers have signed as co-sponsors to
"Pilot's Bill of Rights" legislation introduced Wednesday in
the U.S. Senate. The measure, if passed, would provide pilots with
expanded due process rights in case of FAA enforcement actions, as well
as clarify NOTAM and medical certification procedures for general
aviation. EAA and AOPA helped compile the legal issues and enforcement
procedure background that led to the text in the bill, and also helped
seek co-sponsors of this important protection of pilot's rights. Read
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ARLINGTON
FLY-IN IN FULL SWING
 Weather
is looking favorable for the 43rd annual Arlington Fly-In, which is
under way and runs through Sunday, July 10, at the Arlington Municipal
Airport in Washington. The event features a full schedule of workshops
and forums, more than 150 exhibitors, and an air show each afternoon.
There are also food vendors and gift shops located throughout the
grounds. Some of this year's attractions include the B-25 Mitchell
bomber from the Arizona Wing of the Commemorative Air Force, Maid in
the Shade, replacing the wing's B-17 Sentimental Journey that was
unable to appear due to engine trouble. Read
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IPAD TAKES AVIATION BY STORM
 Pilots
have been users of all sorts of personal electronic devices (PED)
but I have never seen a new piece of electronics catch fire with
pilots like the Apple iPad. The bright, colorful tablet is
showing up in flight decks from light-sport aircraft to the
biggest business jets.
The iPad is, of course, a smash
hit with almost everyone, but the pilot community is not always
on the cutting edge of electronic gadgetry. After all, our
demographic is, well, pretty old, and old guys in general are
not the people constantly texting, gaming, and otherwise
fiddling with some sort of electronic device. But the iPad is
appealing across the spectrum of pilots like no other PED.
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FIRST
DREAMLINER CUSTOMER JOINS FINAL TESTING
 The
long-anticipated delivery of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner is one step
closer as the new aircraft made its maiden trans-Pacific flight from
Seattle to Tokyo on July 4. After three years of delays, All Nippon
Airways is the first of more than 50 customers to receive the
new-generation Dreamliner. The Boeing 787 was originally planned to
enter service in May 2008, but after repeated delays the Dreamliner is
ready for service and is scheduled to make a one-day appearance at EAA
AirVenture 2011 on Friday, July 29. Read
more and watch the video
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WEI CHEN BECOMES FIRST
PERSON TO FLY A SINGLE-ENGINE AIRCRAFT ACROSS CHINA
 Wei
Chen, an entrepreneur in Memphis, Tennessee, is attempting to become the
first Chinese National to fly around the world and has arrived in his
hometown of Changsha in southeast China. Chen first stopped in Hong Kong
over the weekend and then crossed to the mainland Wednesday, which marks
the first time an around-the-world flight has used Chinese airspace. Read
more and follow his flight
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LAWSUIT
SEEKS TO BLOCK LEADED AVGAS BAN IN CALIFORNIA
In response to a notice of an intended lawsuit to ban leaded avgas in
California, a coalition of FBOs and fuel distributors there have sued
the Center for Environmental Health (CEH) and the state's Attorney
General, aiming for an injunction against the attempt at an outright
ban. The coalition is asking for a U.S. judge to issue an injunction to
stop Prop 65 enforcement actions from proceeding. Prop 65 is the
California Safe Drinking Water & Toxic Enforcement Act. Read
more
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STELLAR MOVIE
AND PRESENTER LINEUP AT EAA FLY-IN THEATER
George Lucas, Harrison Ford, Robert Hays among celebrity
presenters
 An
AirVenture tradition continues nightly from Sunday, July 24, to
Saturday, July 30, as AirVenture attendees can kick back, relax on
their lawn chair or blanket, and watch a full-length movie
outdoors on a five-story-high projection screen. The films will be
introduced by some of the biggest names in Hollywood, including
George Lucas, Harrison Ford, and Robert Hays. The EAA Fly-In
Theater, presented by Ford Motor Company and supported by Hamilton
Watches, gets under way nightly (weather permitting) at 8:30*…and
the popcorn is free! Read
more and view the schedule
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HOMEBUILTS AREA
POISED FOR RECORD YEAR
 Features
and activities surrounding the Homebuilt area at EAA AirVenture
2011 is shaping up to be memorable, as a record number of
homebuilt aircraft - including 100 Burt Rutan designs and 50
Zenith designs - are expected to attend. As part of this year's
Tribute to Burt Rutan, this year's "I Flew My Homebuilt to
AirVenture" patch features his first design, the VariViggen.
Also, this year features the "Zeniths to Oshkosh"
grassroots gathering of Zenith Aircraft builders organized to
honor designer Chris Heintz. Read
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FINAL
AIRVENTURE WEEKEND OVERFLOWS WITH SPECTACULAR ATTRACTIONS
Premier features, air shows, and concerts highlight Friday
through Sunday
 From
sunrise to well past sundown, airplanes, fireworks, and
entertainment will make for a spectacular finale during the
closing three days of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2011: the first
public showcase of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, Warbirds Spectacular
air show, and Gary Sinise's Lt. Dan Band concert on Friday, July
29; an action-packed Super Saturday with the Warbirds Spectacular
air show, Aaron Tippin in concert, Night Air Show, and fireworks
... and that's just the beginning. Read
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LOTS HAPPENING DOWN
ON THE ULTRALIGHT FARM
Quicksilver celebration among
the many activities
 The
Ultralight Area at EAA AirVenture, famously dubbed "The
Farm," will feature a number of new highlights and
attractions at AirVenture 2011. The area, located at the south end
of the flightline, has always been one of AirVenture's best kept
secrets, according to Timm Bogenhagen, senior technical aviation
specialist at EAA who is based at the Ultralight area during
AirVenture. Read
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AN EVENING WITH
VOYAGER CELEBRATES 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF EPIC FLIGHT
 This
year marks the 25th anniversary of arguably the most incredible
flight ever - the Voyager flight, in which the Voyager aircraft
flew around the world nonstop without refueling. EAA will help
celebrate this achievement with a special "Evening With
Voyager" on Friday, July 29, in the AirVenture Museum area
dedicated to the flight, to be held near the mock-up of Burt
Rutan's Model 76 Voyager fuselage. Read
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AIRVENTURE SETUP
CONTINUES
 AirVenture
is less than three weeks away and a strong sense of familiarity is
starting to emerge on the grounds. Exhibit tents are up, scooters
are fueled, and some EAAers have already set up base at Camp
Scholler. Here is a new look at the growing progress around the
grounds. We will be featuring more sneak peeks at the setup
progress as the days until AirVenture dwindle. View
the gallery
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NAVAL AVIATION
CENTENNIAL AND MORE IN WARBIRD AREA
 The
Warbird area at AirVenture is always among the most visited on the
grounds, as it is one of the largest annual gatherings of warbirds
in the world. But this year will be even more special; the largest
collection of flying naval aircraft from all eras ever assembled
in one location is expected for the week-long Centennial of Naval
Aviation celebration. And overall there are expected to be about
350 warbird-type aircraft on display, according to Bill Fischer,
executive director of EAA Warbirds of America. Read
more
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SIGN UP FOR
AIRVENTURE TEXT ALERTS
New for 2011, AirVenture attendees can
stay up-to-date on daily highlights, including aircraft arrivals
and air show lineups, as well as potential severe weather or
vehicle traffic updates by subscribing to receive text messaging
alerts on your mobile device.
EAA staff will provide timely
updates in case of severe weather, as well as what necessary
procedures to follow.
- Text OSHALERT to 84444 to
automatically sign up for any necessary Weather & Vehicle
Traffic alerts.
- Text OSHFUN to 84444 to
automatically sign up for notable Features &
Attractions.
You can cancel at any time by
texting STOP to 84444. Standard messaging rates apply per your
cellphone provider.
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REGISTER NOW
FOR WORLD SYMPOSIUM ON ELECTRIC AIRCRAFT
Hear from aviation visionaries and discuss the future of electric
flight at the second annual World Symposium on Electric Aircraft,
sponsored by GE Aviation, that will be held Friday, July 29, and
Saturday, July 30, during EAA AirVenture 2011. Open and free to
AirVenture attendees, the two-day event will feature several
influential industry leaders discussing electric propulsion
aircraft in an open forum, offering what they envision is the
future for this rapidly growing flight segment that is attracting
the attention of scientists, engineers, manufacturers, and
investors. Read
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JEFF SKILES TO
SPEAK AT TEACHERS' DAY
 Jeff
Skiles, first officer on US Airways "Miracle on the
Hudson" Flight 1549, will speak at Teachers' Day on Tuesday,
July 26, during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. Skiles, co-chair of EAA's
Young Eagles program, will address several hundred K-12 teachers
from across the country who come to learn ways to use aviation to
motivate students to learn science, technology, engineering, and
math (STEM). Read
more
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SOLD! GATHERING
AUCTION OFFERS ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME OPPORTUNITIES AND ITEMS
 Bid
and compete in our Gathering of Eagles online auction to support
educational programs such as Young Eagles. The opportunity to get
fantastic items and help raise funds to educate and inspire young
aviation enthusiasts will be a treasured win-win experience. The
auction will only be accessible for a limited time so act fast and
bid on new, exciting opportunities. Some of the auction items
include a tandem parachute jump to kick off AirVenture 2011, a
flight of a lifetime with Sean Tucker, AirVenture performers tent
passes, the ultimate NASCAR experience in Miami, and much more.
For more information and to bid on these exclusive items, click
here.
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AIRVENTURE
GROUNDS, CAMP SCHOLLER MAPS NOW AVAILABLE
 Take
a look at the grounds and Camp Scholler maps and see the locations
of the various forums, workshops, featured aircraft areas, and all
the amenities at AirVenture. Maps are available in both
high-resolution JPG and PDF formats. View
and download maps here.
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NFLIGHTCAM AND
SPORTY'S ANNOUNCE IN-FLIGHT VIDEO CONTEST
Sporty's Pilot Shop and Nflightcam are
teaming up to offer AirVenture 2011 attendees a unique in-flight
video contest. Record your journey to Oshkosh with your Nflightcam
or other in-flight video recorder, then upload to one of the
prescribed social media channels. Two winning videos - one made
with an Nflightcam and one made with a different brand of cockpit
video recorder - will be announced on Saturday, July 30, at 1 p.m.
in Forum Pavilion 6. The Nflightcam winner gets a new Nflightcam+
and the non-Nflight brand will get a new Nflightcam 1080p. Click
here for more details.
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TIME
IS RUNNING OUT: ENROLL BEFORE JULY 10 FOR EAA'S WOMEN SOAR YOU
SOAR 2011
 Spots
are filling up fast! Young women in grades 9-12 can enroll now
in EAA's Women Soar You Soar 2011. This unique program will be
held July 28-31, 2011 - expanded to four days! The program
introduces more than 90 young women to more than 20 outstanding
women, from engineers to fighter pilots, working in a variety of
aviation and aerospace fields. Women Soar included activities
such as flight simulation, workshops, career exploration, and
mentor sessions - with an overall mission to engage, inspire,
and educate young women to pursue their dreams in aviation and
beyond. The enrollment deadline is July 10, 2011 or until all
spaces are filled. Click
here to find out more about Women Soar You Soar 2011 or call
800-236-1025.
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EXPERIENCE
AIRVENTURE IN A NEW WAY AT THE AVIATORS CLUB
 Experience
AirVenture in a new, "cooler" way in 2011. The EAA
Aviators Club presented by Shell Aviation is a place to unwind,
replenish, and watch the air shows from the best seats around.
Open Monday, July 25, through Saturday, July 30, the
air-conditioned oasis is the perfect place for individuals,
families, or large groups to meet and share their AirVenture
stories. Daily and weekly passes are available to purchase. Read
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VINTAGE AIRCRAFT
ASSOCIATION CELEBRATES AIR MAIL HISTORY
Site improvements enhance guest
experiences
 This
year marks the 100th year since the first piece of mail was sent
by way of airplane in the United States, and EAA's Vintage
Aircraft Association has a lot of celebration planned for the
Vintage area of AirVenture 2011, located just south of
ConocoPhillips Plaza on the flightline. Read
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GOLF AND AVIATION
JOIN FORCES JULY 27 AT OSHKOSH TO SUPPORT EAA YOUNG EAGLES
 The
Young Eagles Celebrity Golf Classic, held at the historic Oshkosh
Country Club on Wednesday, July 27, is a unique opportunity to
bring together golf and aviation enthusiasts in support of EAA
Young Eagles - the most dynamic aviation youth program in the
world. Since the program teed off in 1992, Young Eagles has
inspired 1.6 million young people to explore the world of flight.
You'll be inspired too, when you tee up with celebrities like
baseball legend Ken Griffey Jr., Pro Football Hall of Famer
Thurman Thomas, aerobatic legend Sean Tucker, and many others. Register
today online or call 800-236-1025 for more information.
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JULY/AUGUST
FAA SAFETY BRIEFING STRESSES PROFESSIONALISM
 The
newly released issue of FAA Safety Briefing focuses on improving
mentoring and professionalism in GA by highlighting the importance of
attitudes, skills, and knowledge that pilots need. The FAA publication
profiles some of GA's top mentors and professionals (the 2011 National
General Aviation Awards winners), and highlights educational
opportunities that will be available at AirVenture this month. It also
discusses topics like professionalism in maintenance and enhancing
aviation safety. Click
here to learn more and to download the July/August issue.
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AVIDYNE
DFC90 ADVANCED AUTOPILOT AVAILABLE SOON FOR PIPERS
 Avidyne's
DFC90 advanced digital electronic autopilot will soon be available for
Piper PA-46 Matrix and Mirage airplanes that have Avidyne Integra flat
glass avionics systems. The DFC90 is a direct replacement for the S-Tec
autopilot installed in those airplanes. The DFC90 autopilot computer and
control unit fits directly into the mounting tray of the existing S-Tec
system. The servos that actually move the flight control surfaces remain
unchanged so there is comparatively little installation expense or
downtime. Read
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USAF
ACADEMY BUYS CIRRUS SR-20S, DESIGNATES T-53A
 The
U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado, is buying 25
Cirrus SR20 airplanes to use in its Powered Flight Program that
introduces cadets to flying. The SR20 on Air Force duty will be called
the T-53A. The Air Force is already taking delivery of the T-53As and
expects to have the full fleet at its Academy Airfield base by 2012. The
deal is worth approximately $6.1 million. Read
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WEATHER
LIKELY TO DELAY FINAL SHUTTLE LAUNCH
 The
countdown for the Space Shuttle program's final launch began Monday
afternoon, but the Space Shuttle Weather Office gives Atlantis
only a 30 percent chance of favorable weather when it's scheduled to
launch at 11:26 a.m. EDT Friday. STS-135 is a 12-day mission to the
International Space Station to bring supplies and spare parts for the
space station. Astronauts are Commander Chris Ferguson, Pilot Doug
Hurley, and Mission Specialists Sandy Magnus and Rex Walheim. The
shuttle is expected to return to KSC on July 20, perhaps the most
significant date in NASA's history. Read
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FAA
TO EXTEND DEADLINE FOR PAPERWORK TO REMAIN IN BARR PROGRAM
After being notified that general aviation operator groups plan to
challenge changes to the Block Aircraft Registration Request (BARR)
program, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Friday, July 1,
2011, agreed to extend from July 5, 2011 to July 14, 2011 the deadline
for owner/operators to submit paperwork to remain in the program
"for the convenience of the Court." For the moment, the
implementation date for the Department of Transportation's (DOT's)
planned changes remains August 2, 2011. Read
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WHERE
IN THE WORLD IS ROD?
 This
weekend Rod Hightower travels to the Tarkio Fly-In in Missouri for some
aviation fun and an aviation-themed town hall meeting hosted by Missouri
Congressman Sam Graves. Hightower and other industry leaders will
discuss a variety of topics including: Helicopter safety, Avgas, the
BARR program, the ongoing LightSquared 4G-GPS interference issue, and
creating the next generation aviator. Joining Rod on the panel are: Ed
DiCampli, HAI, Pete Bunce, GAMA, Ed Bolen, NBAA, and Craig Fuller, AOPA.
Rod will fly to Tarkio in his T-6 and also encourages you to fly in to
the next Grass Roots
Pilot Tour stop near you.
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TSA NAMES KERWIN WILSON
ACTING GA GENERAL MANAGER
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has appointed Kerwin
Wilson as acting general manager for GA, succeeding Brian Delauter, who
resigned this past May. Wilson, current assistant general manager in the
Office of Transportation Sector Network Management's (TSNM) General
Aviation Office, will serve until recruitment efforts are completed for
a permanent general manager. Read
more
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SIGN
UP FOR EAA'S ULTIMATE MILITARY TRAINER FLIGHT CAMP
Weekend experience includes flights in Consolidated PT-3 and North
American T-6
 Fantasy
will come to life for aviation enthusiasts during EAA's Ultimate
Military Trainer Fantasy Flight Camp, which will be held September 9-11
at the EAA Aviation Center in Oshkosh. During EAA Fantasy Flight Camps,
aviation experts lead a detailed study of specialty subjects and allow
adult aviation enthusiasts the opportunity to discover more about and
fly aboard unique airplanes in the EAA collection. Read
more
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 Last
week we asked which of the two Chinese homebuilts we'd reported on
was most likely to fly successfully. You seemed a little skeptical of
both designs, but the one we dubbed the "anonymous flying
motorbike" was the clear winner, with 78 percent of the votes.
THIS WEEK'S QUESTION is a little
tougher, we think. A large number of Rutan-designed aircraft are coming
to AirVenture this month to honor Burt in a special tribute. His
aircraft are often described as "unique," but two of them that
are slated to appear truly are: the Boomerang and the Catbird. We're
really looking forward to seeing both of them; how about you?
Which do you most look forward to
seeing? Vote
now!
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WEBINARS: EMERGENCY
MANEUVER TRAINING - BETTER CRISIS CONTROL
Join IAC member and Master CFI Rich Stowell
as he explains the differences between spirals, stalls, and spins, as
well as how to avoid wake turbulence. Learn the
keys to maximizing the probability of surviving a forced landing and
coping with control failures, as well as the critical sequence of events
needed to recover from various unusual attitudes.
All webinars begin at 7 p.m. CDT unless
otherwise noted. To find
out more about upcoming EAA Webinars and to register, visit the webinars
page.
EAA gratefully acknowledges the
support of Aircraft Spruce and Specialty Co. for their generous
sponsorship of our webinar programs.
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FLYING FORTRESS HEADS TO
THE GREAT PLAINS
 EAA's
B-17 Aluminum Overcast landed at Davenport Municipal Airport in
Iowa today and will offer ground and flight tours through Sunday, July
10. The tour stop is hosted by EAA Chapter 75. Then it's on to Lincoln,
Nebraska, July 12-13, hosted by EAA Chapter 569. For a full tour
schedule and booking information, click
here.
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TRI-MOTOR
LANDS IN INDIANA, THEN IT'S BACK TO OSH
 EAA's
1929 Ford Tri-Motor traveled from Michigan to Elkhart, Indiana, this
week for its final pre-Oshkosh tour stop. EAA Chapter 132 serves as host
as the "Tin Goose" provides flights and ground tours from July
8-10. For more information on booking and tour stops, click
here.
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DEAL
OF THE WEEK: RESERVE YOUR COPY OF THE OFFICIAL EAA AIRVENTURE 2011
DVD AND RECEIVE FREE SHIPPING
 Pre-order
your AirVenture 2011 DVD today and get free shipping (domestic orders
only). International shipping is $3 for the first DVD and $1 for each
additional DVD purchased. Offer good through July 31, 2011. Click
here to find out how you can save on shipping when you order your
AirVenture 2011 DVD.
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EAA MERCHANDISE: FLIGHT LINE RADIOS ONLY $15 - ORDER NOW FOR
AIRVENTURE AND SHIPPING IS ON US
 Flight
Line Radio is a service that allows visitors at AirVenture to listen to
air show announcers, the tower, and EAA Radio anywhere on the grounds,
including the campground and the museum. Flight Line Radios can be used
at other air shows and at future AirVenture events. Order by July 15 for
only $15 and you'll receive your radio in time for EAA AirVenture
Oshkosh 2011, plus receive free shipping. Offer excludes international
orders. Limited quantities available - get yours today! And remember,
when you shop at the EAA online store, you support EAA programs that
help grow participation in aviation. Order
online or call us toll-free at 800-564-6322.
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EAA Sport Aviation
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If you have suggestions or
submissions for EAA’s weekly AeroInnovations column, please send them to
AeroInnovations editor Bob Waldron.
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MyCopter: European Union’s Urban Personal Aircraft |
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The European Union is putting serious money, €4.2 million, into the early development stage of an urban personal aircraft concept design called myCopter. This two-seater is expected to have typical flights of less than 100 kilometers and would initially be flown below 2,000 feet with highly automated flight and navigation controls. |
Underneath, Not Overhead for Carry-ons |
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The new Sky Lane seating system eliminates overhead carry-on luggage bins by providing under-seat storage. This means no more waiting for passengers struggling to lift heavy wheelies and quicker passenger loading. |
See Unique Airship Innovations at Oshkosh |
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The Zeppelin NT airship has a unique framework of aluminum, carbon fiber, and Kevlar. Combining this special rigid framework with the advanced propulsion and navigation systems results in full control of the aircraft even at zero airspeed. These systems also let the Zeppelin NT stop, hover, land, and climb vertically. Make sure you see this innovation at AirVenture 2011! You won’t have any trouble finding it because it’s the largest flying airship in the world. |
Fuel-Electric Hybrid Flying Car With Springtail Tech |
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The world’s first fuel-electric hybrid flying car concept aircraft plans to use propulsion technology, which was developed for the Springtail Exoskeleton Flying Vehicle. This ducted-fan VTOL aircraft will incorporate the latest advanced materials, which are both lightweight and ultra strong. Expected uses are medical transport and search and rescue. |
Smartcar Diesel for Fuel-Efficient Aircraft |
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The Greenelis PXLD is an interesting mix of low-tech (wood) and high-tech (carbon fiber) materials. An entry in the Green Flight Challenge competition, the PXLD is powered by a Mercedes Smart Car turbocharged diesel engine and has a design efficiency of 260-plus passenger miles per gallon. |
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HINTS FOR HOMEBUILDERS: DIE
GRINDER BASICS
 The
die grinder is a handy tool for removing metal - as long as you know how
to get the most out of it. Jack Dueck demonstrates how to use one. Jack
is a Technical Counselor, a Sportair Workshop Instructor, and Chairman
of the EAA Canadian Council. Watch
the video
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TIMELESS VOICES OF AVIATION: GEORGE
KELLY
 George
Kelly enlisted in the Army Air Force in the fall of 1942, but wasn’t
called to duty until March 1943. After completing his Army basic
training in Texas, George was shipped to Scott Field, Illinois for Radio
School where he was trained as a radio operator. From there he was
assigned to a B-29 crew and shipped to Chakulia, India where the crew
joined the 25th Bomb Squadron of the 40th Bomb Group in mid 1944. They
flew a few combat missions from India before flying to West Field on
Tinian in order to strike the Japanese home islands. George had a few
harrowing experiences, including an emergency landing on Iwo Jima after
a Japanese fighter attack and nearly getting lost over the ocean when
the crew had an inexperienced navigator on board during one mission. Watch
the video
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Where
Are You Flying This Weekend?
There are 137
fly-ins and events over
the next two weekends in the EAA
Events Calendar. Find one near you or add your event! |
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Q
& A: A
pilot friend of mine never upgraded his old paper
certificate to the new plastic pilot certificate. At
this date is he still able to upgrade?
Answer: Yes,
you may still obtain a plastic replacement private
pilot certificate from the FAA, either online or by
mail. This also works for other FAA-issued paper
certificates, such as A&P, CFI, etc.
Simply click
here to get started.
Have a question?
To ask a question regarding government issues,
e-mail EAA Government Relations.
For questions about registration, airmen, aircraft
and medical certification, safety records,
performance, or any other matter, e-mail EAA
Member Services. |
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EAA
Desktop Calendar
July
2011
Boeing’s new
787 Dreamliner is scheduled to make a landmark visit
to AirVenture 2011 on Friday, July 29, including the
first-ever
public cabin tours. (Photo credit: Boeing)
Download
this wallpaper image from the EAA
website, where you can choose among several different
resolutions to suit
your screen - including three wide-screen
sizes ... or select an image from the archive.
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CTLS
HAND CONTROLS HELP ABLE FLIGHT STUDENTS
In conjunction with Able Flight and Purdue University’s Department of Aviation Technology, Flight Design and its Colorado dealer Park Aviation supplied a CTLS with an installed Flight Design hand control system to allow students to earn their sport pilot certificate. Hand controls in the CTLS will allow two students who do not use wheelchairs to train full time in the plane. The controls involved installing a hand-control rudder level and shortened throttle lever as well as moving a new hand brake control to the joystick. For more information on Flight Design, click here. For more information on the Able Flight program, click here.
CAV AEROSPACE RECEIVES TKS REPAIR STATION APPROVAL
CAV Aerospace received FAA certification as a Part 145 repair station for the proprietary TKS ice protection system. Its facility at the Salina Airport in Salina, Kansas, is now approved to repair TKS ice protection components. With this ability, the company says it can now reduce aircraft owner downtime, lower costs, and provide more responsive service to more than 6,000 customers who fly with the TKS ice protection system. The CAV Aerospace repair station can be contacted via telephone at 1-888-865-5511 or by e-mail.
THE COMPLETE PRIVATE PILOT FROM ASA
ASA now offers new editions of The Complete Private Pilot textbook and syllabus. The textbook covers everything involved with becoming a private, sport, or recreational pilot, as well as preparing students for the FAA knowledge exam and checkride. The Complete Private Pilot syllabus offers a ground and flight training curriculum, meeting all experience and knowledge requirements for both Part 61 and 141 programs. For more information, click here.
SEAPLANE PILOTS APPOINT EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
The board of directors of the Seaplane Pilots Association announced the appointment of Steve McCaughey as executive director effective July 15, 2011. Steve has a diverse back in aviation and a passion for seaplane flying. His aviation experience includes flight school and air operations management, aircraft management services, and tenure in the U.S. Air Force with the special operations command. The Seaplane Pilots Association, founded in 1972, is a worldwide organization of more than 9,000 seaplane pilots, owners, and enthusiasts. Its missions are to represent and advocate for the interests of seaplane enthusiasts on the federal, state, and local levels. For more information, click here.
FUEL ADDITIVE PREVENTS LEAD BUILDUP 100LL
ENGINES
California Power Systems announced it now stocks Decalin RunUp, a fuel additive designed to prevent lead buildup in engines running 100LL avgas. Decalin RunUp scavenges lead in aviation fuel after combustion to prevent lead oxide buildup on valves, but still allows the lead to perform the anti-knock function prior to combustion. The company says that the additive is used by the military running Rotax engines in predator drones with favorable results. For more information, contact California Power Systems at 1-800-AIRWOLF, or click here.
HS 800 DIGITAL HEADPHONES NOW AT AIRCRAFT SPRUCE
Aircraft Spruce now carries the new HS 800 Digital aviation headset. The headset’s digital adaptive noise reduction (DANR) system provides effective active ambient noise attenuation. Other features of the HS 800’s include a wide frequency response of 5-30,000 Hz, leather ear pads will with viscoelastic foam, and an adjustable padded headband. The connecting cable provides an audio box to adjust the volume of the headphone and to connect a mobile phone, CD, or MP3 player, and if a signal from the intercom occurs, the volume of the connected device can be reduced automatically. For more information on the HS 800 Digital headphones, click here.
RID YOUR IPAD OF FINGERPRINTS
Sporty’s Pilot Shop now offers an iPad cleaning cloth for pilots who use this popular device in the air. The iPad cloth is perfectly sized to fit an iPad and comes with printed aviation material such as VFR altitudes, flight plan format, airspace information, and more. The cloth measures 7-1/8 inch by 9-1/2 inch and is available for $6.95. To purchase, click here and search for item 6517A.
PELICAN ROLLS OUT ITS FIRST REMOTE AREA LIGHTING SYSTEM
Pelican Products Inc. unveiled its 9435 Remote Area Lighting Systems (RALS) today as its first safety-approved LED area lighting system. The Pelican 9435 is a compact, 17.6-pound, portable lighting system that features a swiveling telescope mast (extends to nearly 3 feet), a 360-degree articulated light array, and a wide-area handle for easy-gloved grip and transport. The LEDs and dual power mode radiate 1,500 lumens in high and 750 in low. For more information including price, click here.
CLEAR GAS OFFERS ETHANOL-FREE AUTOFUEL IN CALIFORNIA
A significant number of the current GA piston fleet can operate on
lead-free autogas, including light-sport aircraft, but it is
increasingly difficult to secure a steady, ethanol-free supply. A
company in California, Clear Gas, is aiming to change that. Clear Gas
LLC, formed in May by a group of California pilots, announced this week
that it now offers deliveries of lead-free, ethanol-free autogas to
airports,as well as marinas, racetracks, and other off-road applications
in California in amounts as little as 500 gallons. To learn more about
Clear Gas, click here. |
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