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Q Hollister, CA: Antique Aircraft Display & Fly-In, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Frazier Lake Airpark, (408) 835-1694, frazierlake.com. Q Hollister, CA: Antique Aircraft Display & Open House, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Hollister Municipal Airport, (408) 804-3591, markstar@garlic.com. Q Palm Springs, CA: Annual Gala with Master of Ceremonies Joe Mantegna, 5:30 p.m., black tie, $25/person, plus sponsorships. Contact Heather, (760) 482-1832 or Heather@PalmSpringsAirMuseum.org. Q Buckeye, AZ: Buckeye Air Fair, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Buckeye Municipal Airport, (623) 349-6000, buckeyeaz.gov. Q Riverside, CA: Aircraft Display Day Fly-In, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Flabob Airport, (951) 683-2309, flabob.org. Q San Diego, CA: Historic Aircraft Display, noon to 2 p.m., MontgomeryGibbs Field, (619) 301-2530. Q Georgetown, TX: Car & Vintage Plane Show, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Georgetown Municipal Airport, eventbrite.com. Q Laredo, TX: Stars & Stripes Air Show Spectacular, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Laredo Int’l. Airport, (956) 722-0589, wbcaairshow.com. Q Hollister, CA: Antique Aircraft Display & Fly-In, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Frazier Lake Airpark, (408) 835-1694, frazierlake.com. Q Oakland, CA: Open Cockpit Day, Oakland Aviation Museum, (510) 638-7100, oaklandaviationmuseum.org. Q Dallas, TX: HAI Heli-Expo, 703-683-4646, heliexpo.com. Q El Centro, CA: NAF El Centro Air Show. Details to come. Q Yuma, AZ: MCAS Yuma Air Show. CANCELED Q Hollister, CA: Antique Aircraft Display & Open House, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Hollister Municipal Airport, (408) 804-3591, markstar@garlic.com. Q Burnet, TX: Bluebonnet Air Show, gates 9 a.m., Burnet Municipal Airport, (512) 756-2226, bluebonnetairshow.com. Q Gainesville, FL: Gator Fly-In & Armed Services Appreciation Day, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Gainesville Regional Airport, (352) 335-4681. Q Riverside, CA: Aircraft Display Day Fly-In, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Flabob Airport, (951) 683-2309, flabob.org. Q Petaluma, CA: Petaluma Display Days, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Petaluma Municipal Airport, (707) 778-4404. Q Belle Chasse, LA: NAS JRB New Orleans Air Show, neworleansairshow.com. Q Phoenix, AZ: Luke Days Air & Space Expo, Luke AFB, (623) 8566011, luke.af.mil. Q San Diego, CA: Historic Aircraft Display, noon to 2 p.m., MontgomeryGibbs Field, (619) 301-2530. Q Tampa, FL: Tampa Bay AirFest, MacDill AFB, (813) 828-2217, tampabayairfest.com. Q Columbus, MS: Wings Over Columbus AFB. Details TBA

Q Hollister, CA: Antique Aircraft Display & Fly-In, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Frazier Lake Airpark, (408) 835-1694, frazierlake.com. Q Kingsville, TX: Wings over South Texas, NAS Kingsville, wingsoversouthtexas.com. Q Sumter, SC: Thunder over the Midlands, Shaw AFB, (803) 895-4897, shawairexpo.com. Q Lakeland, FL: Sun ’n Fun Int’l. Fly-In & Expo, Lakeland Linder Regional Airport, (863) 644-2431, flysnf.org. Q Charleston, SC: Air & Space Expo, JB Charleston, jbcharleston.com. Q Hollister, CA: Antique Aircraft Display & Open House, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Hollister Municipal Airport, (408) 804-3591, markstar@garlic.com. Q Vacaville, CA: 80th Anniversary Doolittle Raid Gala, 5 p.m., Rowland Freedom Center, (707) 449-3402, rowlandfreedomcenter.org. Q Riverside, CA: Aircraft Display Day Fly-In, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Flabob Airport, (951) 683-2309, flabob.org. Q Petaluma, CA: Petaluma Display Days, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Petaluma Municipal Airport, (707) 778-4404. Q San Diego, CA: Historic Aircraft Display, noon to 2 p.m., MontgomeryGibbs Field, (619) 301-2530. Q Louisville, KY: Thunder over Louisville, the banks of the Ohio, thunderoverlouisvilleorg. Q San Antonio, TX: Air Show & Open House, JB San Antonio/Randolf AFB, jbsa.mil. Q Vidalia, GA: Vidalia Onion Festival Air Show, Vidalia Regional Airport, (912) 538-8687, vidaliaonionfestival.com. Q Half Moon Bay, CA: Pacific Coast Dream Machines, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Half Moon Bay Airport, (650) 726-2328, dreammachines.miramarevents.com. Q Goldsboro, NC: Wings over Wayne. CANCELED

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viation fans are especially fond of stories associated with their passion… flying. Wonderful aviation museums abound, with tales of adventure, heroism, courage, tenacity of famous individuals whose names have become synonymous with aviation. Clyde Cessna, Walter and Olive Beech, William Piper, Bill Lear, Alan and Malcom Lockheed, William Boeing, Donald Douglas, and so many others that not only created great companies and aircraft, but also contributed to building our country. But there is also a sad truth associated with all of these names. While each of these pioneers once held their enterprise as a privately owned, family business, they have all morphed (or been acquired) into large international conglomerates, often owned by the shareholders of mammoth, multinational corporations with leadership that often knows nothing about, and perhaps cares even less about the history of the name they represent; Even the historic value of a company that was once family owned, along with its name, can be subject to marketing chicanery. The design and manufacturing of

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Above: The new Tecnam P2010 TDI features blended traditional and composite construction, an advanced technology engine, superior performance and great looks, an Italian recipe for value and fun. (Courtesy Tecnam) Right: Giovani Pascale and friend Raffaele Coppola flying a Pascale glider in a 1942 model competition, drawing interest from aeronautical engineers – great engineering training for the Pascale brothers. (Courtesy Tecnam) aircraft may be just a small part of such a megalithic conglomerate’s portfolio of products and services, subject to the whim of stock value and dividends. Yes, sad, but does one have to settle for a product that, at any time, may fall victim to an accounting report or squabble with

an offshore financial institution? The rhetorical answer is no! There is still an aircraft manufacturer totally committed to general aviation, light corporate and regional airline aircraft that is family owned and operated with a history that is nothing short of remarkable. That compa-

ny is Tecnam. Located in the town of Capua, Italy, Tecnam has been building aircraft since 1948, with a history that reaches back to the mid 1930s. For those of you who are not international travelers, Capua is located in the beautiful countryside of Sothern Italy, just north of Naples. Tecnam, you say… sounds familiar… Ccntinued on Page 6

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ON THE COVER FEATURED STORY

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WINGS OVER NORTH GEORGIA AIRSHOW

TECNAM, THE LEGACY CONTINUES

FEATURES A WHO’S-WHO OF PERFORMERS

By Ed Downs Story on Page 4

By Mike Heilman Story and Photos begin on Page 47 Cover Image Courtesy of Tecnam

NEWS First Look at 2022 Aviation Events from AOPA ......................................8 CBD Can Be Risky for Pilots… Know Before You Fly ..........................11 NTSB to FAA: Require CO Detectors in GA Aircraft ............................12 FAA and 5G: Where Things Stand............................................................13 Remembering Inspirational Performer Jacqueline Warda ..................14 National Aviation Hall of Fame Receives Grant ....................................16 NATA’s Michael France Announces Departure......................................18 Bye Aerospace eFlyer 800 Program Advances ....................................25 Improved Pilot-Training Program Yields Promising Results ..............26 IADA: GA/BizAv Market to Stay Hot for Next Six Months ....................27 Embry-Riddle Presidential Fellow Studies How Pilots Think..............28 Pipistrel Introduces New Aircraft:The Explorer ....................................34 Remembering Tuskegee Brig. Gen. Charles McGee ............................38 Gearing Up for Sun’ n Fun with Mayor’s Breakfast ..............................40 Rolls Royce “Spirit of Innovation,” an All-Electric Record Breaker....43 Mojave Air & Space Port to Include Rutan Name..................................44

Editorial: Get the Word Out: Let’s All Spread the Gospel of GA By Mark Baker, AOPA ......................................................8

What Pilots Like From the Places They Rent Aircraft By Larry E. Nazimek ......................................................19

Reinventing the Albatross: Exclusive Interview with Dan Webster By Matt Odenbrett ........................................................20

Taming the Boom: NASA’s X-59 Making a Thump By Doreen Zudell with Jimi Russell ..................................22

Designing the Airport of the Future By Luis Vidal ................................................................22

Eagle II Fires First Missile During Live-Fire Event By Samuel King, Jr., USAF ............................................24

COLUMNS Flying With Faber: New Hotel Discoveries By Stuart J. Faber ........................................................29 Homebuilder’s Workshop: More Tools By Ed Wischmeyer ......................................................32 SafeLandings: Altitude Deviations and Misperceptions 37 Spirit of Flight: Inspire 2 Inspire: Inspired by Zara Rutherford By Denise DeGregoire ................................................39 Goodies & Gadgets: Aircraft Spruce For Safety and Fun ......................................................................46

DEPARTMENTS Calendar of Events ..........................................................3 Classifieds ......................................................................48 Index of Advertisers ......................................................50

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The P48 Astoria, Pascale brother’s first airplane to be certified and sold. Numbers on the side support the successful racing of this little plane, building a reputation for performance and value. (Courtesy Tecanm) Continued from Page 4 don’t they build airplanes that comply with U.S. S-LSA standards for sport pilots? Yes, that is correct, but they do a lot more than just that. Take a look at the following statement recently put out by Tecnam: “According to the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA), Tecnam is one of the top three piston manufacturers in the world. We have subsidiary companies in the U.S., Australia and China and a network of dealers and service centers covering almost worldwide. We produce around 200 aircraft per year, from two-seat sport aircraft to 11-seat regional airliners, in categories encompassing Light Sport, General Aviation, and Special Mission. We love to produce aircraft, with 98 percent of the aircraft components manufactured in our modern plant located in Capua. The only things we don’t make are the engines, avionics, and tires! We make all the rest! We are also one of the few manufacturers that can produce aircraft in metal or composite, but we love to mix the two technologies, taking the best of both.” Now, that is what folks in the old days called a “brag.” Do they live up to it? Recent correspondence with Tecnam officials has enabled this writer to visit with several of Tecnam’s team, both by phone and on Zoom. Phone calls with David Copeland, North America Sales Director for Tecnam U.S., resulted in the publication of a news announcement in our January issue regarding an expansion of the Tecnam distributor organization in the U.S. This release may be viewed at https://www.tecnam.com/category/tecna m-in-the-news/. David can be reached at d.copeland@tecnam.com.

This is serious expansion of Tecnam’s presence in the U.S. With nine aircraft in the Tecnam product line, those looking for advanced technology combined with performance and pure “pizazz,” need look no further. A visit to www.tecnam.com is certainly a trip worth taking. But it was a Zoom meeting with Stefano Mavilio, Marketing & Communication, Tecnam Aircraft, that truly opened the eyes of this writer to just how Tecnam differs from the “run of the mill” aviation conglomerate. Stefano is the author of a book, (The Sky Is The Limit: An Aviation Legacy. The Story Of Tecnam And The Pascale Brothers), which tells the story of Tecnam and its two founders, Giovanni Pascale and Luigi Pascale. It is a story that would have found itself comfortable in rural Kansas, a story of kids captivated by model airplanes, dreaming of building their own airplane, starting with a glider, much like two other brothers, Orville and Wilber! Their story begins in 1935, when 10year-old Luigi and 11-year-old Giovanni Pascale decided to have a paper airplane competition. Already bitten by the “airplane bug,” these two kids folded paper into airplanes and launched them from a second story of their home. The brothers were well-educated, coming from a family of lawyers who valued knowledge and encouraged the brothers’ first flight experiences. It was during this time frame that the brothers encountered an aviation magazine that led them to model airplanes. The “hook” had been set, and building airplanes, be they real or models, became a driving passion. Readers should keep in mind that model airplanes of that era were not the pre-fab plastic kits of Continued on Page 7

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Cover Story: Tecnam Continued from Page 6 today, or like popular “ready-to-fly” RC models. They were “stick and paper” with construction identical to real, large aircraft. These models were not toys but teaching tools. Model gliders led to rubber-band powered models and finally larger planes powered with small gas engines. The brothers successfully competed in a number of model airplane contests, further heightening their enthusiasm. In the late 1930s, lacking timidity and with plenty of confidence, the Pascale bothers decided it was time to design and build a piloted glider, taking over the basement of an abandoned church to pull off the task of creating their first “homebuilt.” But history had other plans for the Pascale family. Italy’s entry into WWII did not immediately shut down the model flying and work on the glider designed by Giovanni and Luigi. But everything changed with the invasion of Italy in September 1943. While the provisional Italian government almost immediately

By 1957, it was time for the Pascale brothers to move out of the hangar they had been using and create a real airplane company. That company was Partenavia. (Courtesy Tecnam) signed an armistice to end further bloodshed, the expected withdrawal of the German military did not occur. Italy became a battle ground between Allied and German forces, with the populace being caught in the middle. Bloodshed and destruction continued, including the Pascale’s family home and the church that

held the brothers’ first glider. The Pascale family joined millions of other Italians in experiencing the horrors of war, with experiences that could squelch dreams for a future. But the Pascale brothers were not quitters, and as the war came to an end, they began scrounging war “trash” in terms of materials and inoperative engines,

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7 planning their next design. Working in a tattered garage, the brothers designed and built the P48 Astore (P=Pascale 48-year of design, a naming method still in use), which was completed in 1948. Although thoroughly load tested and ready to go airborne, the Astore did not fly until 1951. You see, the Pascale brothers were not pilots, but soon began training. They had a hard time finding someone willing to take their creation aloft for the first flight! The P48 Astore was a very attractive little plane, not dissimilar from the Aeronca Chief, side-by-side, powered by a 65 hp Continental salvaged from the war. Certified by Italian authorities in 1952, the Astore gained great interest with flight schools and in the sport racing community. The Astore was followed by the low-wing P52 Tigrotto and then the single-seat P53 Aeroscooter. But it was the P55 Tornado that really got the interest of the Italian aviation community Continued on Page 9

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s I continue to fly about this great country, meeting our members and swapping aviation tales, I’m reminded how incredibly fortunate I am to share this amazing passion with hundreds of thousands of fellow aviators. You won’t be able to find a better group of men and women than those. Never have we enjoyed our passion for flight as much as we do today. Whether it’s for a sightseeing trip, conveniently getting to an important business meeting, flying medical supplies and personnel, or just exercising our flying muscles, we’re all taking full advantage of this freedom not seen anywhere else in the world. However, it seems that everywhere you look, there are those who want to rob us of this freedom. Airports are under threat from uninformed politicians; laws are being enacted across the nation that are designed to be roadblocks in the sky; and airport neighbors are not being, well, very neighborly. As in most instances – in aviation and in society – criticism arises from ignorance. Most people don’t understand the benefits that GA brings a community, whether they

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fly or never go near the airport. To the naysayers, your arguments fall flat. There are better uses for the airport. False. General aviation is about local economic impact. We need to recall that GA is a $247 billion industry that supports more than 1.2 million jobs across the United States. Local airports are economic engines for their communities, as well as providing vital emergency and rescue operations. Imagine what fighting wildfires in the West or delivering muchneeded supplies to remote locations in the aftermath of a hurricane would be without GA. I’d rather not. GA airports are the on and off ramps to the nation’s larger air transportation system, giving small communities fast and easy access to major airports located near metropolitan areas. As is often said, a mile of highway takes you a mile, but a mile of runway can take you anywhere. There’s little benefit to the community. False. I know first-hand that businesses, whether deciding where to establish a headquarters or open a new store, consider efficient and easy transportation as a major factor. They need to get to meetings, see suppliers and partners, and visit clients. It’s not very cost-effective to drive two hours to an airport with airline

THE WHO, WHAT, WHERE,

First Look At 2022 Aviation Events:

By Niki Britton AOPA

Editor’s note: Please check event websites for specific details and the possibility of date changes, postponements or cancelations. It’s shaping up to be a great year for aviation events in 2022 with in-person events back in full swing, at least as of January. Redbird Migration 2022 will take place Feb. 8 and 9 at the Aerospace Center for Excellence in Lakeland, Florida, and will feature presentations from flight training industry leaders. Registration is now open. The National Gay Pilots Association Industry Expo will be held Feb. 10 and 11 in Palm Springs, California, and will feature a lineup of guest-speakers and educational seminars for general aviation, business, and commercial pilots. The Soaring Society of America’s 19th anniversary convention, originally scheduled to take place in Reno, Nevada,

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service, find and pay for parking, wait in lines for who-knows-how-long, and deal with other hassles. Flying is just for the wealthy. False. We never said flying is cheap, but many avenues for people to become pilots, stay safely in the air, and even own an aircraft are much more approachable than what may commonly be assumed. Many of the pilots taking off from our local airports are your friends, colleagues, and neighbors. Pilots can also share costs by joining one of more than 800 flying clubs around the country. Pilots are not good neighbors. False. Just look at the incredible number of hours we aviators donate to flying sick patients to hospitals, taking youngsters aloft for their first airplane ride, and even moving pets to new homes across state lines. We know that our strength lies in what we give back to the community. Shame on the critics for not knowing the facts before they bellow, but we can also do a better job at educating our neighbors and critics about the wonderful benefits general aviation and our airports bring to the daily lives of our local communities. When I’m out around the country, I’m often asked by aviators: What can I do to help general aviation? How can I help pro-

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Feb. 24 through 26, has been postponed until November or even into early 2023. SSA will be automatically processing refunds for those who have already registered. The society promises to have over 50 speakers and presentations about soaring and more than 40 exhibitors. The 38th Northwest Aviation Conference & Tradeshow will be held Feb. 26 and 27 at the Washington State Fair Events Center in Puyallup, Washington. The event will have more than 75 hours of safety seminars with an annual attendance of over 10,000. A host of event offerings from the National Business Aviation Association will be taking place in 2022 worldwide • Miami-Opa locka Regional Forum – Feb. 2, Opa-locka, Florida • Leadership Conference – Feb. 7 through 9, Fort Worth, Texas • International Operators Conference – March 14 through 16, Los Angeles • Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference – April 5 through 7, San Diego • Maintenance Conference – May 3 through 5, San Antonio

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tect our airport and our passion? There’s a lot one person can do. I’ve seen it. Talk to people beyond your circle of aviators. I know we’re never shy to talk about flying, but our aviation community gets it. Talk to those who don’t. Write a note to a local politician about what flying and the airport mean to the community. Make a presentation at your local business or civic group. Even write a letter to the editor. People can’t appreciate what they don’t know. Take someone flying. You never know which kid you take for her first ride will grow up to become the next astronaut, airline pilot, or member of your local flying club. Our community is about strength in numbers – let’s keep growing. Become an ASN volunteer. Have a passion for keeping your local airport alive and well? Join AOPA’s Airport Support Network. Our ASN volunteers are our eyes and ears to local issues and challenges. Find out more and let us know you’re interested at aopa.org/asn. There is a lot one person can do in the face of many who can’t appreciate what we provide. If knowledge is power, education is our weapon.

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• European Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition – May 23 through 25, Geneva, Switzerland • Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition – Oct. 18 through 20, Orlando, Florida The 2022 HAI Heli-Expo, taking place March 7 through 10 (Exhibits open March 8-10) in Dallas promises “endless networking and hundreds of education courses with 14,000 industry professionals and 600-plus exhibitors.” The 2022 International Women in Aviation Conference will take place March 17 through 19 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville. The 65th annual Aircraft Electronics Association International Convention & Trade Show is set for March 28 through 31 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans. The event is touted as the largest gathering of GA avionics manufacturers, distributors, and government-certified repair stations in the world. The Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo returns April 5 through 10 in Lakeland, Florida, for five full days of airshows, over

Attendees frame Jeff Boerboon in a jetassisted Yak-110 as he performs near the brown arch during the EAA AirVenture afternoon airshow. (David Tulis)

500 aviation-focused exhibitors, educational seminars, static military aircraft and demonstration flights, and more. Aero Friedrichshafen is scheduled for April 27 through 30 in Friedrichshafen, Germany. Electric flight, sustainable fuels, digital systems to support pilots, and many other innovations will be the focus of the 2022 event. The 2022 Great Alaska Aviation Gathering will return to the Alaska State Fairgrounds and the Palmer Airport May Continued on Page 14

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Continued from Page 7 through participation in prestigious air races. Demand for Pascale airplanes grew. It was time for the Pascale brothers to move out of the hangar they had been using and create a real airplane company. That company was Partenavia. The 1960s saw Partenavia expand with more advanced designs, continuing to be popular with flight schools and showing excellent performance at popular air races. The Pascale brothers had now gained significant engineering experience that was coupled with imagination and ingenuity. While designed in the late 50s the P-57 Fachiro, was introduced to the market in early 1960, the first fourplace design. The Pascale brothers were moving quickly from recreational singleseat and two-place airplanes to fully capable aircraft with performance equivalent to a Modern Cessna 172. Existing designs were updated, experimentation with composite construction began and Partenavia gained significant credibility by displaying their new designs at the Paris Airshow. Luigi, now an accomplished airman, piloted Paris Airshow demonstration flights. The 1970s saw continued expansion of the Partenavia line of aircraft. Most importantly was the introduction of the P68, a high-wing, fixed-gear, twin-engine airplane. Over the next decade, the P68 and variants, plus a continued upgrading of Partenavia’s current GA airplanes, promoted financial success and the opening of a new plant. Regrettably, this short article can not detail all that occurred during the exciting 70s, but let it stand that the Pascale brothers were steadfastly at the helm as their company grew, opening new opportunities in European and American markets.

The 1980s proved to be a difficult time for the Pascale brothers. The oil crisis, international instability and local terrorism had hit the Italian economy hard. The Italian government thought of Partenavia as a good company to purchase, thus becoming what may be called a “nationalized” venture, under the control of bureaucrats. Despite the success of the P68 and its variants, hard decisions were made and Partenavia was acquired by the Government and managed poorly. The core management team (meaning the Pascale brothers, family, and key employees) exited the company. While most might have simply “called it a day” and retired to herding goats, this team cranked up a new company, Tecnam. Now in their 70s and “two seconds away from quitting,” the brothers had to ponder their future. But given the reputation and determination of the Pascale family, Tecnam had no difficulty in securing contracts with aerospace giants like Boeing, ATR, and others to produce component parts. That is when Paolo, the son of Luigi Pascale, stepped in. Clearly, the Pascale family has a genetic issue with aviation! The 1990s saw a terrific uptake in what we yanks refer to as the “ultralight” movement. While limited to single-place FAR-103 “vehicles” in the U.S., Italy and Europe in general allowed a two-place “ultralight.” With Paolo’s persistence, Tecnam created the neat little two-place P92 Echo, which met European ultra-light standards. Yep, the Pascale family was off and running, and soon after the Echo hit the market (over 2,600 sold), Tecnam was successful in regaining the rights to the twin-engine P68. The turn of the century saw the litContinued on Page 10

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family at the helm (at the stick?), having the same enthusiasm and passion as did the 10- and 11-year-old Pascale brothers flying paper planes from a balcony. To be sure, this history as presented by this writer covers maybe five percent of the full adventure. But perhaps it will peak your interest and appreciation that aviation at the personal level is not a thing of the past. Bottom line, ask yourself the question, “would you prefer to own and fly an airplane that is only known to exist through a corporate profit loss report, or an airplane that is created with passion, commitment, courage and engineering excellence?” Besides which, from this writer’s personal experience… They really fly great!

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BD (Cannabidiol) products have become increasingly popular in media, but for pilots, the risks these products pose far outweigh their possible benefits. CBD is the second most prevalent active ingredient in cannabis (marijuana). Derived from the hemp plant, CBD has been touted for its wellness benefits, without the psychoactive response of THC, the main active ingredient in cannabis. CBD product production is currently unregulated, and its use in food products is not approved by the FDA. That said, CBD can be found in many personal hygiene, wellness, and consumable products around the country. At this time, the FDA has only approved one CBD product: a prescription drug used to treat seizures associated with two forms of epilepsy. CBD is considered a non-psychoactive compound but can legally have trace amounts of THC, up to 0.3 percent. That’s not enough to cause a psychoac-

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tive response but is enough to show up on drug tests, which can’t currently differentiate between THC and CDB. Regardless of state laws, THC is still a Schedule 1 illicit substance in the eyes of the federal government and with that, the FAA has a zero-tolerance policy. And because drug tests can’t tell the difference between THC and CBD, pilots who are suspected of using THC, accidentally through CBD or otherwise, can be subject to certificate revocation while a positive drug test following an accident could even jeopardize insurance coverage. The FAA’s application for a medical certificate requires pilots to report “any and all positive drug tests whether administered at the federal, state, or local level, or by a private employer.” With the recent uptick in CBD popularity and the risks its consumption can cause to aviators, pilots everywhere have taken to social media to post images of accidental CBD exposures or near-exposures. Pilots found CBD in everything from shampoo to water and cocktails. For pilots, avoidance is recommended when it comes to any CBD products. It’s helpful to become aware of other

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Cracked engine exhaust muffler through which carbon monoxide escaped and entered the cabin of a Mooney M20C airplane resulting in the Feb. 2, 2017, crash in Ellendale, Minnesota (CEN17LA101). (FAA photo) Right: Cracked engine exhaust muffler through which carbon monoxide escaped and entered the cabin of an Aeronca 7AC airplane resulting in the March 20, 2016, crash in Ellsworth, Nebraska (CEN16FA130). (NTSB photo)

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he arrival of 5G C-band wireless on Jan. 19 prompted some international airline flight cancellations and delays. General aviation operators that have radar altimeters also faced disruption, with no clear path to resolution yet in sight. The FAA moved quickly to expand the list of aircraft-altimeter combinations approved for unrestricted operation in areas where the new 5G C-band transmitters prompted hundreds of notices to air missions that restricted the use of certain procedures at dozens of airports around the country. A voluntary delay in powering up selected airport-adjacent transmitters announced by AT&T and Verizon, while welcomed by advocates including AOPA and the National Business Aviation Association, did not bring significant

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The FAA issued new approvals Thursday, Jan. 20 that allow an estimated 78 percent of the U.S. commercial fleet to perform low-visibility landings at airports where wireless companies deployed 5G C-band. This now includes some regional jets. Airplane models with one of the 13 cleared altimeters include all Boeing 717, 737, 747, 757, 767, 777, 787, MD-10/-11; all Airbus A300, A310, A319, A320, A330, A340, A350 and A380 models; and some Embraer 170 and 190 regional jets. The FAA is working diligently to determine which altimeters are reliable and accurate where 5G is deployed in the United States. We anticipate some altimeters will be too susceptible to 5G interference. To preserve safety, aircraft with those altimeters will be prohibited from

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Continued from Page 8 6 through 8. The event boasts an annual attendance of over 25,000 aviation enthusiasts and professionals. The Valdez Fly-in and Airshow has announced plans to host its annual event May 13 through 15 at Valdez Pioneer Field in Alaska. Check the website for updates as they become available. The Ninety-Nines International Conference and Career Expo returns to in-person meetings this year in Charleston, South Carolina, July 6 through 10 at the Francis Marion Hotel. The Professional Asian Pilots Association will be holding its first-ever Aerospace Expo on July 16, at the LINQ Hotel in Las Vegas. The 69th EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, the world’s largest fly-in event, is set for July 25 through 31 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. This year the Experimental Aircraft Association will be celebrating the 75th anniversary of the U.S. Air Force. The Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals is holding its 46th annual aerospace conference Aug. 10 through 12 in Phoenix. The three-day event is expected to attract thousands of aerospace and aviation professionals from diverse backgrounds. The STIHL National Championship

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The National Aviation Hall of Fame (NAHF) on Jan. 11 announced that the renovation of their Heritage Hall and Education Center (HHEC) will be supported by a generous grant provided by The Berry Family Foundation. NAHF President and CEO, Amy Spowart, said, “The support from the Berry Family will have a substantial impact on our work to help visitors of the HHEC learn about the inspirational lives of our Enshrinees and discover a passion for aviation and aerospace. We welcome over a quarter of a million visitors annually and improving the space encourages increased visitation and makes each interaction more memorable. We are beyond grateful to John Berry and The Foundation for this support.” The grant provided by The Berry Family Foundation will be combined with a $250,000 grant from the State of Ohio for the re-design of the centerpiece of the HHEC, our 1,300 square-foot, immersive, flexible, multi-purpose theatre in which Discovering Flight with the National Aviation Hall of Fame program will be highlighted. Within the reimagined theater, the NAHF plans to host an assortment of programs and special events that honor and

share our nation’s aviation history. Theater-style seating will allow the space to be opened for projection mappings on the floor and walls. During the day, visitors will have access to short educational presentations that are designed with our content partners PBS Learning Media and interact with state-of-the-art digital programming. For evening special events, the NAHF plans to host family-oriented aviation movie nights, Enshrinee meet-andgreets, and scholarly lectures from aviation historians, authors, and experts. The core beliefs of The Berry Family Foundation are focused on free enterprise, entrepreneurialism, supporting educational programs for youth, and fostering healthy communities. Vivian O’Connell, Director of Foundation Relations for The Berry Family Foundation, said, “We seek to support education programs that instill knowledge and confidence in the next generation, and the mission-driven work that the NAHF is striving for amplifying those values that we seek to encourage in students.” Construction of the space is taking place now and will be complete in late Spring 2022. Learn more at the National Aviation Hall of Fame webiste, www.nationalaviation.org.

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Continued from Page 14 the success of those who looked up to her as a role model, mentor, and friend. Her legacy will live on in the lives of those she touched.” Shelton also said that she had talked to Warda just days before she died. Shelton was scheduled to fly to the performer’s home in McKinney, Texas this weekend, but “God had other plans.” Warda, who learned to fly at 32, launched her solo aerobatic career in a Pitts Special. After surviving a catastrophic engine failure and forced landing that destroyed her Pitts, she purchased and began performing in an Extra 300 – the airplane that she would eventually retire in just months before her death. Throughout her time as a performer, Warda logged over 3,000 hours of flight time and flew in over 1,000 airshows. Ladies Love Taildraggers Vice President Kelly Poetzman Jeffries was shocked to hear the news of her friend’s

death. Jeffries said that she was “so thankful that [Warda] finished her airshow season on her own terms… I hope that her airplane gets to continue on somewhere.” Jeffries met Warda at the International Council of Air Shows convention in 2017 and soon “felt like I had known her my whole life.” Jeffries added, “She was so approachable. Airshow performers are supposed to interact with the crowd, but Jacquie was different. Mentoring was a big thing for her.” Since news of Warda’s death broke in the early afternoon on Jan. 26, her friends and fellow performers have taken to Warda’s Facebook page, as well as several aviation Facebook groups, to remember their friend. Funeral arrangements are still pending (as of In Flight USA’s deadline on Jan. 31), but announcements will be shared to Warda’s Facebook page, www.facebook.com /jacqueline.warda.

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Airline Delays Mark 5G C-Band Deployment

Continued from Page 13 low-visibility landings regardless of local 5G activity, they do not apply to aircraft (even those using the same radar altimeter) used for business aviation operations. While the FAA granted an exemption sought by Helicopter Association International (HAI) that allows helicopter air ambulance operations to proceed in areas where 5G C-band signals are now present (including areas far from airports), that exemption requires certain mitigations (such as the use of ground personnel or night vision goggles) and does not apply to some of the same heli-

copters flown for missions such as executive transportation. AOPA continues to work with a coalition of aviation stakeholders formed to promote a commonsense approach to 5G C-band implementation, a coalition that began advocating long before the Federal Communications Commission approved the use of wireless base stations operated in a frequency range that has been shown to interfere with radar altimeters, sensitive instruments used to accurately measure height from obstacles, or the ground. The C-band frequencies were auctioned to wireless carriers in December 2020,

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Continued from Page 13 with previously cleared altimeters to perform low-visibility landings. The FAA early Wednesday cleared another three altimeters. Even with these approvals, flights at some airports may still be affected. The FAA also continues to work with manufacturers to understand how radar altimeter data is used in other flight control systems. Passengers should check with their airlines for latest flight schedules. Airplane models with one of the five cleared altimeters include some Boeing 717, 737, 747, 757, 767, 777, MD-10/-11 and Airbus A300, A310, A319, A320, A330, A340, A350 and A380 models. For additional 5G information, including the airport list, please visit www.faa.gov/5g.

FAA 5G Statement issued on Jan.18, 2022

“We recognize the economic importance of expanding 5G, and we appreciate the wireless companies working with us to protect the flying public and the country’s supply chain. The complex U.S. airspace leads the world in safety because of our high standards for aviation, and we will maintain this commitment as wireless companies deploy 5G.” – U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg

FAA 5G Statement issued on Jan.17, 2022

With safety as its core mission, the FAA will continue to ensure that the traveling public is safe as wireless companies deploy 5G. The FAA continues to work with the aviation industry and wireless companies to try to limit 5G-related flight delays and cancellations.

FAA 5G Statement issued on

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Today, the FAA cleared an estimated 45 percent of the U.S. commercial fleet to perform low-visibility landings at many of the airports where 5G C-band will be deployed on Jan. 19. The agency approved two radio altimeter models that are installed in a wide variety of Boeing and Airbus planes. This combination of aircraft and altimeter approval opens up runways at as many as 48 of the 88 airports most directly affected by 5G C-band interference. As of Jan. 5, none of the 88 airports would have been available for landing during low-visibility conditions. The wireless companies agreed to create buffer zones for six months around airports where transmitters are in close proximity. They also agreed to delay deployment until Jan. 19 while the FAA reviewed new data detailing the location and power of wireless transmitters in all 46 U.S. markets where this service will be deployed. Even with these new approvals, flights at some airports may still be affected. The FAA also continues to work with manufacturers to understand how radar altimeter data is used in other flight control systems. Passengers should check with their airlines if weather is forecast at a destination where 5G interference is possible. The airplane models approved include some Boeing 737, 747, 757, 767, MD-10/-11 and Airbus A310, A319, A320, A321, A330 and A350 models. FAA expects to issue more approvals in the coming days.

FAA 5G Statement issued on Jan.14, 2022

The Federal Aviation Administration will require operators of Boeing 787s to take additional precautions when landing on wet or snowy runways at airports

notably after the aviation coalition documented evidence that the devices could interfere with radar altimeters. Now that the 5G C-band transmitters are (mostly) active, it will likely take time to approve business aircraft, and small GA aircraft if equipped, for unrestricted operation in a 5G environment. Some of the less powerful (and less expensive) models of radar altimeter used on smaller aircraft may never be cleared for unrestricted use in a 5G Cband environment. It remains to be seen how that will be resolved. “The FCC could have performed

this rollout in a safer manner with much less negative impact on aviation operations had they listened to the concerns raised by industry and the FAA from the beginning. We want to make sure that any future changes that impact the aviation system are performed in an effective manner and not just rolled out without fully considering and addressing identified risk and ensuring a safe system,” said AOPA Vice President of Regulatory Affairs Murray Huling. “We appreciate the FAA’s methodical approach in addressing this issue and its prioritization of safety.”

where 5G C-band service is deployed. During the two-week delay in deploying new 5G service, safety experts determined that 5G interference with the aircraft’s radio altimeter could prevent engine and braking systems from transitioning to landing mode, which could prevent an aircraft from stopping on the runway. The Airworthiness Notification requires crews to be aware of this risk and to adopt specific safety procedures when landing on these runways. The directive affects 137 aircraft in the United States and 1,010 worldwide.

aviation community where the proposed buffer zones would help reduce the risk of disruption. Traffic volume, the number of low-visibility days and geographic location factored into the selection. Many airports are not currently affected by the new 5G deployment, even though they are not on this list. These include airports not in the 46 markets where the new service will be deployed and airports that do not currently have the ability to allow low-visibility landings. The wireless companies agreed to turn off transmitters and make other adjustments near these airports for six months to minimize potential 5G interference with sensitive aircraft instruments used in low-visibility landings. The FAA continues to work with the aerospace manufacturers and wireless companies to make sure 5G is safely deployed and to limit the risk of flight disruptions at all airports.

FAA 5G Statement issued on Jan.13, 2022

The FAA is working to determine which radar altimeters will be reliable and accurate with 5G C-Band deployed in the United States. Since the agreement with the wireless companies was reached, the agency has made progress to safely reduce the risk of delays and cancellations as wireless companies share more data and manufacturer altimeter testing results arrive. The FAA expects to provide updates soon about the estimated percentage of commercial aircraft equipped with altimeters that can operate reliably and accurately in the 5G C-Band environment. Aircraft with untested altimeters or that need retrofitting or replacement will be unable to perform low-visibility landings where 5G is deployed, as outlined in Notices to Air Missions (NOTAMs) published at 0000 EST Thursday, Jan.13, 2022.

FAA 5G Statement issued on Jan.7, 2022

The Federal Aviation Administration released the list of 50 airports that will have buffer zones when wireless companies turn on new 5G C-band service on Jan.19. The agency sought input from the

FAA 5G Statement issued on Jan.3, 2022

Safety is the core of our mission and this guides all of our decisions. The FAA thanks AT&T and Verizon for agreeing to a voluntary delay and for their proposed mitigations. We look forward to using the additional time and space to reduce flight disruptions associated with this 5G deployment. Background • The wireless companies have offered to implement a set of mitigations comparable to measures used in some European operating environments. While U.S. standards and operating environments are unique, we believe this could substantially reduce the disruptions to air operations. • These additional mitigations will be in place for six months around 50 airports identified as those with the greatest impact to the U.S. aviation sector. Continued on Page 18

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In Flight USA Celebrating 38 Years

The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) on Jan. 21 recognized Michael France’s long-time achievements and thanks him for 13 years of service to the association, first as Director of Regulatory Affairs and later as Managing Director of Safety & Training. France recently announced plans to leave NATA on Jan. 28, 2022. “We can’t thank Mike enough for his hard work and dedication over the past 13

years as an advocate for our members and champion for continuous improvement of our Safety 1st program – focusing the safety learning paradigm on employee learning and development. Mike’s work has built a solid foundation for the association to continue to grow and expand our industry-standard training and education programs,” stated NATA President and CEO Timothy Obitts. As Director of Regulatory Affairs,

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his editorial is not to put down any FBO, aero club, or company that gives instruction and rents planes. It is intended solely for those companies to see things from the standpoint of their customers and potential customers. If you have been flying for a while, it’s very possible that you have flown with several different FBOs, aero clubs, or companies that provide instruction and rent planes. After all, companies come and go, and you may have moved to a different city where you had to find another place from which to fly. The place where you choose to do business will depend on certain factors. Among them would be their fleet and costs. If you really like a certain plane, like a Cessna 172, for example, you would want a place with several available. You don’t want to be stuck when you want to fly, but no airplanes are available. You certainly want to fly planes that are well maintained. You might think twice about flying a plane whose door is being held shut with a bungee cord or whose engine shudders every time you pull on the carb heat. Every place will require a checkout with one of their instructors. Some will allow you to fly the plane in which you are checked out, plus those in which you have been previously checked out elsewhere. If you have previously been checked out in Cessna Skyhawks and Piper Warriors, you may want to get your checkout in something else, like a Grumman Tiger. This will mean that there are more planes available for you to rent. Your currency requirements will be those spelled out in the FARS. After all, if the requirements weren’t good enough, they wouldn’t be the requirements. Other places, however, will only allow you to fly the planes in which you have been checked out. They may also require you to fly each of those planes within a cer-

Michael France

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tain period, such as 60 or 90 days, or get another flight in that plane with an instructor. They may also require you to take an annual check ride (Call it an “AFR” instead of a “BFR.) in each of those planes. Unless you plan on doing a lot of flying, in these situations, you may want to confine your flying to a single model. The place to whom you give your business will be the place where you take your instruction and biennial flight reviews. Are the instructors the type that want to nitpick and make you feel like you can’t fly (and rile you up to the point where you can’t), or are they the type that want you to be safe, showing where you can improve and things to make you a better pilot? When it comes to BFRs, are their orals an hour, covering some, but not all items of pilot knowledge, as per the FARs, or do they spend hours, covering every item on a long list? Do they spend time teaching you things that you really don’t need to learn and will never use? Finally, would you recommend the business to a friend who hasn’t flown for a long time or someone who is just starting out? You may know of someone whose business has made it difficult to continue flying, but depending on what’s available, he may or may not choose to get back in the air. Some places are impersonal where you might as well be dealing with a computer instead of a person. Others, however, are very friendly. They may hold get-togethers or meetings, where the pilots can get to know each other. If you want to practice flying instruments, they will try to find someone for you, while the impersonal place won’t. Perhaps they look at safety pilots as taking business away from their CFIs. Depending on where you fly, you may be limited to what’s available, but if you have options, hopefully you will choose the one that fits your needs the best. What it all boils down to is whether flying is about fun and adventure or check rides and requirements. ing ahead when it comes to setting and then raising the bar for aviation businesses. His creativity, enthusiasm, and energy are unmatched. We are pleased he will continue to support the industry and serve as a cheerleader for the association in his future endeavors. On behalf of NATA’s leadership and staff, we wish him all the best,” added Obitts. Learn more about NATA at www.nata.aero.

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I recently saw a press release on the internet from Amphibious Aerospace Industries of Darwin Australia, where they announced their intention to manufacture a new turboprop version of the legendary Albatross flying boat. The Albatross was built by Grumman from 1947 to 1961 for the United States Air Force, Navy, and Coast Guard to replace the aging Catalina flying boats as an open ocean search and rescue airplane. This airplane has always had a huge popular following among aviation enthusiasts (myself included), so I took it upon myself to reach out to the CEO of AAI, Dan Webster (DW), to help him introduce their company and vision to the US flying enthusiasts.

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President of Odenbrett Pilot Services n Flight USA: Your company recently announced you are going to certify a new version of the Albatross, which you have labeled the G-111T Dan Webster: The founder of AAI Khoa Hoang purchased the type certificates for the Grumman-built HU16 and G-111 Albatross about ten years ago. Our plan is to develop a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) to the G-111 which we will build in Darwin Australia. We are going to take the existing G111 design (which itself was modified from the military HU-16 design) and upgrade it to be powered by a pair of Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-67F turboprop engines. We will also upgrade the avionics and safety systems to meet current certification requirements. We will be certifying the new aircraft through CASA, which is the Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority and then we will work to have the certification also accepted by the US FAA. IFUSA: Why build Albatross instead of a new design? DW: Primarily due to the time and the cost involved in creating a new design. A clean sheet design for a transport category amphibian would take nearly decade to develop and certify and cost approximately a billion dollars. By re-envisioning an existing design that’s already proven we can do this at a much lower entry point, a greater return to investors and a lower cost per unit to our customers. By doing an STC we can modify existing proven aircraft. We will then do a production certificate which will allow us to build new aircraft. Now this is not a trivial activity by any extent, but it is an easier path than a brand new design and start. We intend to certify the new G-111T Albatross and begin delivering refurbished aircraft to customers within three years from now. Once the factory is certified we foresee new production aircraft will start being delivered within five years. IFUSA: What kind of advantage

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does the Albatross have over current seaplanes in service? DW: We believe this is an exceptional aircraft. First off, the Albatross is a Flying Boat. The original HU-16 model

very difficult environments. It is a formidable design. Second, the G-111 was certified by FAA to seat up to 28 passengers. It is the largest FAA certified seaplane available today. Thanks to its size, the

Albatross was designed by Grumman for blue water operations by the United States Navy and Air Force, filling the role of Search And Rescue (SAR) operations. It has a wonderful pedigree, operating in

cost per seat kilometer and revenue per seat kilometer is very attrac¬tive to commercial operators. It can also take off and land in the open ocean in waves of up to four feet in height. No other seaplane is

even close to matching this kind of performance. There are no seaplanes in production today that have as great a payload as the Albatross. IFUSA: Is the Albatross expensive to maintain? DW: No, we don’t think so. We are maintaining core aspects of what makes the Albatross the great aircraft it is. It is a very simple structure to maintain, compared to a composite structure airplane. Having Pratt & Whitney PT-6 engines which are used worldwide will make it easier for engineers who are already knowledgeable and experienced with maintaining them. This will reduce the maintenance costs considerably over the old Wright radial engine powered Albatross aircraft. IFUSA: What is the proposed base purchase price? DW: We have discussed our pricing structure with many operators and come up with a price where our customers will make money. The ability for an operator to be profitable is at the core our business plan. IFUSA: Where will pilots need to go to acquire a type rating for the G-111T Albatross? DW: Initially we will have a training school in Darwin, however as our business grows, like all major aircraft manufacturers, we will establish links with MRO and training organizations globally. Type rating courses will be part of our sales package for each aircraft. IFUSA: In your press release you mentioned that the Northern Territory government was investing $10 million Australian in AAI. Is this to cover the start-up costs of the factory? DW: The financial support package from the Northern Territory government will make them an equity shareholder in the company. The funds will be used to support the STC and production certification processes. IFUSA: Who are the stakeholders in AAI? DW: Currently company shareholders consists of the founders and the Continued on Page 21

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Brand New Grumman Albatross Seaplane G-111T Continued from Page 20 Northern Territory Government. The company holds no external debt and the project thus far has been fully funded by the shareholders. The next stage is to bring an investor onboard, for which we are currently addressing the market. We have an infrastructure partner, the Airport Development Group, who are contributing around $50 million Australian to build the manufacturing and training complex in Darwin where the new Albatross will be built. Our subsidiary 5 Rings Aerospace is providing the basis upon which we will develop our engineering team. We also in the process of developing our supply chain with companies like Heat Treatment Australia, Nupress and Elbit Systems of Australia. IFUSA: So you are still looking for equity investors? DW: That’s right. We are in the process of a capital raise for an equity position in the company. IFUSA: What is your projected break-even point for the project? DW: Given that the company has no external debt and the strategies we have deployed means that we have great set of circumstances for a profitable business to grow. IFUSA: Do you have any partnerships with Maintenance Repair Organizations, or MRO’s? DW: We have been approached by many MRO, Training Schools and op¬erators and will make a decision once we better understand the market circumstances and technical capabilities in each region. We have teamed up with Pratt and Whitney for engines. We are in the process of teaming up with another international aerospace company - whom I am not ready to name just yet - to assist us with supply chain development and configuration management. It is just a bit too early to name any MRO’s. IFUSA: What is your projected

Author’s note: I started a discussion on a professional pilot forum about the Albatross. Half of the respondentssaid it’ll never come to fruition, while the other half want one as soon as they win the lottery so they can convert it into a sea-air-land Recreational Vehicle. I definitely fall into the latter category.

market? DW: Our market research projects a worldwide need for at least 500 Albatross aircraft in the commercial airline and charter business alone. Our primary markets are where riverine, seaside and island communities have experienced huge growth in their population without a corresponding growth in infrastructure. Many of these communities do not have open spaces necessary to build a commercial airport which can serve the travel needs of the residents. They literally have no room to build runways. Operators in Southeast Asia are doing some remarkable operations with floatplanes, but these floatplanes are limited to calm waters in sheltered bays and la¬goons. It is very difficult to get the scale and payload needed to make a commercially sensible operation using current floatplanes. The G-111T will be capable of extending the operating environment by a substantial amount over what is currently in use, and with 28 seats you start to get to the level of operating capability where you can provide some serious capacity. Other markets include government organizations which need a Search And Rescue aircraft capable of landing and taking off in the open ocean. We also foresee demand from high net worth individuals who have homes in remote island locations which do not have a nearby airport. IFUSA: Have you selected an Avionics Package for the Albatross? DW: Not yet. We are currently reviewing 3 or 4 avionics packages that

have been proposed by several manufacturers. It is probable that we will have a variety of avionics packages for customers to choose, depending on the mission needs. We will likely have one avionics package for commercial operators, a second for Search And Rescue and Special Missions operations, and a third for private operators. IFUSA: Do you have a preliminary performance specifications you could share with our readers? DW: Yes, I will be happy to provide you with a copy for your readers.

Matthew Odenbrett is a 12,000 hour ATP and CFII with Gulfstream IV and Citation type ratings. During his 22 year career, Matthew has served as Chief Pilot, Check Airman, and Flight Department Manager for various companies. Matthew currently serves as Captain on a Gulfstream IV for a charter company, and is a Contract Captain on both the GIV and Pilatus PC-12.

G111T-TURBO ALBATROSS

The Amphibian Aerospace Industries G-111T Turbo Albatross builds on the heritage of the Albatross aircraft to make an already formidable aircraft, truly unmatched. Incorporating twin turboprop P&WC PT6A-67F engines,

modern avionics suite and performance optimisation, the G-111T enters a class of amphibian aircraft all of its own. GENERAL Crew

Metric 2

Passengers

Endurance

12 hrs

Sea-State Range

Max Operating Alt. WEIGHTS Empty Weight

Imperial

Waves to 1.37m (4.5 ft)

4,587 km 6,550 m

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2,850 mi

21,500 ft

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8,000 kg

19,500 lbs

MTOW (Water)

14,500 kg

32,000 lbs

Fuel Cap. (External)

2,270 L

MTOW (Land)

Fuel Cap. (Wings)

15,200 kg 2,360 L

33,500 lbs 625 USG 600 USG

TAKE OFF & LANDING DISTANCES ·Á» ÅŮ ƺ Ƒ ·Äºƻ

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579 m

1,900 ft

412 m

1,350 ft

·Á» ÅŮ ƺ Ƒ ·Ê»Èƻ 716 m Landing (ISA, Land)

Imperial

Landing (ISA, Water) 665 m

2,350 ft 2,180 ft

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POWERPLANT

Metric

Propulsion

Imperial

2 Turboprop Engines

Engine Model

PWC PT6A-67F

Rate of Climb

547 m/min

Engine Power

1063 kW

AIRSPEEDS Max Cruise Speed

Metric

390 Km/h

VFE (Flaps Extended) 195 Km/h VLE (Gear Extended) 270 Km/h VSO (Stall Speed

145 Km/h

DIMENSIONS

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Wing Area

96.2 m2

Length

19.0 m

Wing Span Height

29.5 m 7.9 m

1425 HP

1790 ft/min

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215 Kts

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80 Kts

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25 ft 10 in

Cabin Height (Max.)

1.9 m

6 ft 4 in

Cabin Length

8.0 m

26 ft 1 in

Cabin Width

2.3 m

7 ft 5 in

G-111T TURBO ALBATROSS AAI reserves the right to incorporate design changes whenever such design change is necessary to improve the product or to meet the requirements of government regulatory agencies.

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HOW WILL THE “AIRPORT

By Luis Vidal

President and Founding Partner, Luis Vidal + Architects

s the world gradually begins to adapt to the “new normal” caused by the coronavirus pandemic, new standards are being set in terms of necessary elements to include when designing high-traffic community centers like airports. The overall design and construction process is being updated to improve operational efficiency and flexibility while keeping health, safety and passenger freedom top-of-mind concerns. Some important ways airport design will alter moving forward include:

New Technology and Protocol

Airports will transition to incorporate new government-sponsored technology systems that screen passengers for illnesses like temperature gauges, along with ample space to adhere to social distancing guidelines that remain in-place. In addition to health innovations, updates to existing thermal imaging applications include new machines that are quiet and less visible. Ongoing digitization requires architects to include new security and recreational features in virtu-

By Doreen Zudell with Jimi Russell

NASA Glenn Research Center ASA hopes the ban on commercial supersonic flight over land can be lifted by replacing the loud sonic boom with a softer sonic “thump.” A sonic boom happens when the shock waves from an object traveling through the air faster than the speed of sound merge together before they reach the ground. Sonic booms generate enormous amounts of sound energy, about 110 decibels, like the sound of an explosion or a thunderclap. Through the unique design of the X59 Quiet SuperSonic Technology (QueSST) airplane, NASA aims to reduce the sonic boom to make it much quieter. Engineers with the agency’s Commercial Supersonic Technology (CST) project recently used a small-scale model of the X-59 in NASA Glenn’s 8by 6-foot Supersonic Wind Tunnel to visualize the agency’s boom-reducing

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FUTURE” BE DESIGNED?

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ally any design project. A critical component for airport architects and engineers is to develop features that give passengers the freedom of choice while still insuring cleanliness and adaptability.

Sustainability

Post-COVID travel requires highgrade air quality, which incorporates both advancements in technology and architecture that allows for optimal air flow and enough room for travelers to maintain comfortable distances between one another. Access to outdoor space is an increasingly sought-after amenity in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic and becoming a vital component for passenger comfort and well-being. Another aspect of sustainability includes future construction projects reusing waste. For example, Pittsburgh International Airport’s new Terminal Modernization project includes recycling or reusing at least three-quarters of construction waste, including concrete from current airfield ramps that will be reused for new roads. The Pittsburgh International Airport project includes another design advancement focused on sustainability: it’s the first airport to be

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independently powered by a microgrid, featuring thousands of solar panels and five natural gas generators fueled by onsite wells capable of creating over 20 megawatts of electricity.

Community Reflection

A big part of future developments and updates to existing structures is an emphasis on reflecting the regional community and economic development, like creating jobs and including elements that honor the area’s culture. Staying with the Pittsburgh International Airport example, the design incorporates details that emulate natural elements and regional characterizes, like an undulating roof to match Pittsburgh’s rolling hills landscape. As social norms continue to change, airport architecture must be flexible and forward-thinking to adapt and stay up-todate with the current social climate.

Conclusion

Humans have always been compelled to explore, and it’s an architect’s job to design airports that facilitate and enhance each passenger’s personal journey. The world will integrate design adaptions and technologies that will

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technology and validate its boom-predicting capabilities. “This is the team’s opportunity to get data at the low sound levels produced in the tunnel,” said Clayton Meyers, deputy project manager of the CST project. “It all comes down to our ability to measure the thump.” The model – measuring about a foot and a half in length – was subjected to weeks of testing in the tunnel, producing shock waves that were captured by special cameras mounted outside the test section and by a unique sensor array inside. The unique schlieren images from the cameras provide engineers with a visualization of the shock waves and their positions as air passes around the model. The sensor provides detailed measurement of the strength of the shocks. Results from the tests are encouraging, as the shock waves produced by the model were a match, in both position and strength, to those from earlier computer models for quieter supersonic flight. Schlieren imagery and pressure measurement are both critical to NASA’s

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allow the continuation of traveling without compromising passenger safety.

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ability to compare wind tunnel data with computer modeling. These capabilities improve the team’s capacity to understand and predict actual sonic thumps during future X-59 flights. NASA has also developed schlieren imaging capabilities for flight that will also be used during upcoming flight campaigns. “With the X-59, we want to demonstrate that we can reduce the annoying sonic booms to something much quieter, referred to as ‘sonic thumps,’” said John Wolter, lead researcher on the X-59 sonic boom wind tunnel test. “The goal is to provide noise and community response data to regulators, which could result in new rules for overland supersonic flight. The test proved that we don’t just have quieter aircraft design, but that we also have the accurate tools needed to predict the noise of future aircraft.” The model will travel to Tokyo in March for additional wind tunnel verification testing with the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency and Boeing. NASA and Lockheed Martin are currently finalizing the build of the X-59

The X-59 small-scale model is seen in NASA Glenn’s 8- by- 6-foot Supersonic Wind Tunnel. The model was inverted with the shock wave sensor array mounted on the tunnel’s ceiling during the testing. (NASA Glenn) at the Skunkworks facility in California. In late 2022, NASA and Lockheed Martin will begin initial flight tests to prove airworthiness. Following flight testing, NASA will then verify that the aircraft’s quiet supersonic technology performs in flight as designed before transitioning to the community overflight phase. Learn more at nasa.org.

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EAGLE II FIRES FIRST MISSILE DURING LIVE-FIRE EVENT In Flight USA Celebrating 38 Years

By Samuel King Jr., USAF

lying over the Gulf of Mexico, the Air Force’s newest fighter, the F15EX Eagle II, based at Tyndall Air force Base in Florida, successfully fired an AIM-120D missile Jan. 25. The 40th Flight Test Squadron aircrew and aircraft fired the weapon pursuing a BQM-167aerial target drone as part of the 53rd Wing’s Combat Archer, an airto-air weapons system evaluation program, or WSEP. During the flight, the F-15EX detected the drone using onboard sensors, acquired a weapons-quality track and launched the missile at the target. After tracking the missile’s release and flight toward the BQM-167, the shot was determined a WSEP success, at which point the missile flight was terminated. The successful release marked the first weapon fired from the aircraft and another major milestone following more than six months of integrated developmental and operational flight testing for the shot. “This was an end-to-end verification of the entire weapons system, which will pave the way for more complex missile shots in the future,” said Colton Myers, F-15EX test project manager with the Operational Flight Program Combined Test Force. Not only was this the first F-15EX live fire, it was also the first missile shot for experimental test pilot Maj. Benjamin Naumann. A large part of Combat Archer is providing firsthand, live-fire experience. Many pilots perform their first live fire at WSEP. “I am humbled to have the opportunity to fire the first weapon, but the bigger success is the verification of the F-15EX capability to live-fire a missile,” Naumann said. “This shot is another important step towards fielding the aircraft to combat units.” Along with weather, extra safety precautions and aircraft settings, test aircrew also have to account for and fly at specific test parameters when firing to ensure the appropriate data is collected for analysis. “Ultimately we’re a part of an iterative development process, validating expected results and providing feedback to the team on successes or things to improve,” Naumann said. “We act as the liaison to bring combat capabilities to the warfighter.”

Maj. Benjamin Naumann and Maj. Mark Smith, 40th Flight Test Squadron pilots, fly the F-15EX Eagle II preparing to fire an AIM-120D missile during a Weapons System Evaluation Program mission near Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla., Jan. 25, 2022. This was the first live fire performed from the Air Force’s newest aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. John Raven)

The F-15EX Eagle II fires an AIM-120D missile during a Weapons System Evaluation Program mission near Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla., Jan. 25, 2022. This was the first live fire performed from the Air Force’s newest aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. John Raven)

The 40th Flight Test Squadron’s F-15EX Eagle II takes off for a Weapons System Evaluation Program mission at Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla., Jan. 25, 2022 The aircrew aboard fired an AIM-120 missile during the sortie marking the first live firing from the Air Force’s newest fighter aircraft. The fighter fired the missile at a BQM-167 aerial target over the Gulf of Mexico. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Lindsey Heflin) The missile shot is one of many milestones for the F-15EX test team at Eglin Air Force Base. Only two months after arrival, the F-15EX deployed to Northern Edge in Alaska. The aircraft

was pushed to its limits in the multiservice exercise and a significant amount of data was collected on the aircraft’s internal performance and how it performed with and against other aircraft.

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“The fact that both aircraft were able to turn around from a streamlined acceptance period and immediately deploy to a major exercise is a testament to the maturity of this platform, as well as the expertise of the combined test team as a whole,” Myers said. Following the deployment, the F15EX underwent developmental flight and ground testing to include survivability testing in various electromagnetic environments. This series of tests lead to the discovery of and resolution of issues identified in the F-15EX’s Suite 9 software system, leading to a more mature and stable product, according to Myers. “For a new platform, we’ve made an incredible amount of progress in a short period of time,” Myers said. “I don’t know of any other platform that has undergone such a rapid test program and it’s been incredible to be a part of the team that’s bringing this to reality.” After the developmental testing, it was time for some operational testing in October. The aircraft deployed to Nellis AFB, Nevada for another exercise focused on the air-to-air dominance mantle it will inherit from the F-15C. This exercise proved that while the platform still needs more development, it is completely capable of fulfilling its expected air dominance role, according to Myers. Myers said the advancement of the program and the F-15EXs successes over the past 10 months are due to the integrated testing efforts by the 96th Test Wing and 53rd WG. “The combined DT/OT (developmental testing and operational testing) strategy has been critical to our test success, allowing us to break the mold of ‘traditional’ testing, while ultimately resulting in an overall better product for the warfighter, and in a shorter timeline than if we adopted the traditional approach,” Myers said. The 83rd Fighter Weapons Squadron is responsible for the air-to-air WSEP, a monthly event Tyndall AFB. “The squadron was thrilled to help orchestrate and support this historic shot with our sister organization from Eglin,” said Maj. Andrew Smith, F-15C WSEP program manager. “The F-15EX represents the next era of air-to-air capabilities and the opportunity to execute a first shot utilizing that platform was monumental.” Learn more about the F-15EX and Air Force operations at af.mil.

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BYE AEROSPACE EFLYER 800 PROGRAM ADVANCES www.inflightusa.com

Production Backlog, Reaches 135 Purchase Deposits and Option Agreements

Bye Aerospace, developer of the eFlyer 800, announced on Jan. 24 that production backlog has increased to 135 purchase deposit and option total agreements for the all-electric twin-motor eFlyer 800 targeted for the regional airline market. Across all eFlyer models in development, Bye Aerospace is now approaching an unprecedented 900 units total in its backlog including 732 paid purchase deposits and 162 paid, timelimited purchase option deposits. “The response has been enthusiastically positive since we announced the eFlyer 800 in April of last year,” said George E. Bye, CEO of Bye Aerospace. “We are particularly grateful to our launch customers, Jet It and JetClub, for their endorsement of this ground-breaking program. In addition, Safran continues to be a supportive partner as we continue to assess the most efficient electric powertrain using Safran’s dual ENGINeUS electric motors and GENeUSGRID electric distribution and network protection system.” Bye Aerospace launched the program in response to growing demands for all-electric regional business airplanes with five-fold reduced operating costs compared to legacy turboprops, high speed and altitude, plus increased capacity and utility. The eight-seat eFlyer 800 also has a best-in-class 65-inch-wide cabin for business transportation. A higher density 12-seat configuration is being studied for commuter operators, while an increase in motor rating to balance air-

Bye Aerospace’s eFlyer 800 production-backlog has increased to 135 purchase deposit and option total agreements for the all-electric twin-motor aircraft targeted for the regional airline market. (Courtesy Bye Aerospace)

craft and payload weight increases is also being considered. Vishal Hiremath, Co-founder of Jet It and CEO of JetClub, echoed his support for the eFlyer 800. “We are very serious about this aircraft and are looking forward to putting it into our operations around the world including Europe and Asia,” he said. “It’s a very good looking and well-designed plane, and George Bye is a very experienced and accomplished aviation engineer. We are confident of the solid engineering behind it and eagerly waiting for entry into service.” “Jet It and JetClub have made firm commitments to Bye Aerospace for a fleet of aircraft large enough to support the needs of the local travelers in every geographic region we operate currently

and in the future,” said Glenn Gonzales, Co-founder of Jet It and JetClub. “This initial commitment for the sleek, ergonomically and wildly efficient eFlyer 800 is just the beginning of our relationship.” Bye Aerospace is working closely with Safran to determine the most efficient electric powertrain for the eFlyer 800. Hervé Blanc, Executive Vice President & General Manager Power with Safran Electrical & Power added: “After two years of testing in Safran lab, we have validated all the key features and demonstrated the unrivalled performance of our ENGINeUS 500. This electric motor can deliver 750 kW maximum take-off power, which is the perfect fit for the eFlyer 800. Our GENeUSGRID system will further support the eFlyer 800

architecture design with dissimilar distribution components that ensure a full protection against all potential dysfunctional behaviors of a high voltage electrical propulsion system.” All of Bye Aerospace’s current and future families of aircraft feature engineering, research and electric aircraft solutions, and are designed to specifically address compelling market needs. Benefits include five-fold lower operating costs, no CO2 emissions and decreased noise. The company estimates eFlyer will eventually eliminate the release of millions of metric tons of CO2 each year as its deliveries begin and the general aviation fleet is replaced. Bye Aerospace is in the process of obtaining FAA Part-23 certification for the eFlyer 2 for the professional flight training mission and the four-seat eFlyer 4 for air taxi, cargo and advanced training uses. The company currently has nearly 900 airplanes in its production backlog over its three models of eFlyer aircraft. Bye Aerospace has developed and is in the process of FAA certifying a family of zero-emission, electric aircraft that are one-fifth the operating cost and safer than traditional airplanes. As a pioneer in electric aviation, Bye Aerospace has established itself as a leader with a production backlog of almost 900 aircraft. Based in Denver, Colo., Bye Aerospace was founded by George E. Bye, who is Chairman and CEO. Learn more about Bye Aerospace at https://byeaerospace.com.

U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT NAMES EMBRY-RIDDLE NO. 1 FOR ONLINE BACHELOR’S PROGRAMS AND ONLINE BACHELOR'S PROGRAMS FOR VETERANS Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s online bachelor’s programs ranked No. 1 in the nation, tied with the University of Florida, by U.S. News & World Report, based on metrics such as student engagement, faculty credentials and training, expert opinion and student services/technology. The university has ranked either No. 1 or No. 2 in this category every year since 2016. Additionally, for the seventh consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report ranked Embry-Riddle’s online bachelor’s programs for military veterans the best in the United States, out of 101 colleges and universities analyzed. U.S. News & World Report also requires that institutions accept GI Bill tuition waivers and

U.S. News & World Report last month named Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s online bachelor’s programs No. 1 in the nation. (Courtesy ERAU)

Yellow Ribbon funding in order to be considered in this ranking category. “Embry-Riddle’s top rankings for online bachelor’s programs reflect our commitment to making quality education accessible around the world and at any point in a person’s career,” said EmbryRiddle President P. Barry Butler, Ph.D. “As a pioneer of distance learning, we have built an online community that engages and serves students, with many courses taught by working aerospace professionals. It is a particular point of pride that Embry-Riddle has helped so many veterans make a transition to wellpaid jobs that contribute to our economy and security.” Continued on Page 26

IMPROVED PILOT-TRAINING PROGRAM YIELDS PROMISING RESULTS In Flight USA Celebrating 38 Years

A group of 58 flight students at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University were able to reduce the time it took them to complete a first solo flight by more than 30 percent, thanks to a first-of-its-kind general aviation flight training program. While results remain preliminary, reports from instructor pilots have been positive, said Dr. Ken Byrnes, chair of the Flight Department at Embry-Riddle’s Daytona Beach, Florida, campus. “Students who go through our new training program are better prepared when they step into an airplane,” Byrnes reported. “They also have lower anxiety and greater confidence due to their experience and understanding of what to expect in the aircraft.” The PILOT, or Pre-flight Immersion Laboratory for Operations Training program, an evidence-based approach that can save flight students time and money, was launched by Embry-Riddle in fall 2021. Embry-Riddle Flight Training Manager Nicole Hester agreed that the program is paying off. “We have had students who finished and soloed in times that we have never seen before,” Hester said. “We’re also getting feedback from our instructor pilots that students in the new program can immediately control the airplane and understand radio communications very well.” As Embry-Riddle has been faced with heavy demand for its highly regarded Aeronautical Science degree program, “The idea was to increase capacity by increasing efficiency,” said Dr. Alan Stolzer, dean of the school’s College of Aviation at Daytona Beach. “We also wanted to enhance student learning, improve aviation safety and help industry address a critical shortage of qualified pilots.”

Innovative VR Tools

Under the program, incoming flight

students spend their first four weeks learning preflight, checklist and flight procedures in unique virtual reality (VR) environments developed by Embry-Riddle and its industry partners. Students then continue to work with their flight instructor, completing oral and simulator activities. “We believe that this is the first use of these VR technologies for general aviation training,” Byrnes said. Using Embry-Riddle’s customized VR platforms, students practice tasks ranging from aircraft checklists and preflight inspection, to takeoffs and landings, flight maneuvers and radio communications with Air Traffic Control (ATC). Students learn the basics of flight maneuvers through a VR flight trainer from True Course Simulations. The VR software helps students leverage what they learned during simulator and oral activities by focusing on a three-step learning process – read, watch and do. First, the student will read a short pre-flight briefing that gives them the essence of the material they need to know before each “mission,” or flight lesson. As a second step, the student will watch a video with the maneuver or task being performed. In this way, they get a visual on the objective, along with supplemental information on the maneuver or task itself. Third, students put all of their knowledge together in a high-resolution, interactive simulation. The simulation allows them to fly, applying everything they’ve learned until they gain mastery. Another technology called CAART (Commercial Aviation Augmented Reality Toolkit), developed with Cole Engineering Solutions of Orlando, Florida, lets students learn checklists as well as the aircraft walk-around process and sit in a virtual Cessna 172 training aircraft on a simulated Embry-Riddle flight ramp. “We can make about 50 things go

wrong with the aircraft as the student completes the virtual pre-flight inspection,” said Robert L. Thomas, assistant professor of Aeronautical Science. “That is an extremely useful learning experience because in the real world, our aircraft are serviced with a goal to prevent any problems.” Students are also able to practice and learn checklists in a more immersive environment before they move on to the real aircraft.

Mastering Aviation English

Embry-Riddle’s PILOT program also features a virtual Air Traffic Control (ATC) lab. There, students ride along with a 360-degree video of a real flight with a virtual instructor. The instructor introduces students to a variety of flight scenarios in complex environments such as a busy arrival to Daytona Beach International Airport. Throughout the video flight, the instructor explains what’s being said over the radio and how that corresponds to actions the student must take. On real-world flights, explained ATC course designer and Aviation English Coordinator Andrew Schneider, instructors have little time to stop and review what’s happening via radio communications, step-by-step. In the Embry-Riddle simulation, students can listen without distraction to radio communications between the instructor and ATC, learning phraseology and developing listening fluency. Students can then practice talking on the radio in another VR trainer. The Pilot Phraseology Trainer (PPT) helps students practice radio calls at their own pace, focusing on repetitive listening and speaking accuracy with simulated ATC. In the final stage of radio training, students enter a VR flight so that they can test their skills in a simulated environment for realistic ATC training (SERA

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The PILOT, or Pre-flight Immersion Laboratory for Operations Training program, an evidence-based approach, launched by Embry-Riddle in fall 2021, allowed a group of 58 flight students the opportunity to reduce the time it took them to complete a first solo flight by more than 30 percent. (Courtesy ERAU) technology, developed by ATSi). As they speak with ATC, the SERA system uses artificial intelligence software to react to what the student pilot is saying as their flight progresses, correcting them when they make mistakes. For example, Schneider said, “The student pilot will hear and see that there is a Delta flight leaving the ramp. They must communicate in the midst of other pilots communicating, and the AI environment is reacting in real time to what the student says.” After four weeks of virtual training, Byrnes said, “Students go to the airplane and fly every day, whereas traditionally they wouldn’t fly that often. We’ve given them all the information they need, all the tools and practice, to start applying new skills in an actual airplane environment before they ever get there.” Embry-Riddle educates 33,500 students at its residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida and Prescott, Arizona, at approximately 125 Worldwide Campus locations and through online degree programs. In 2021, U.S. News & World Report named Embry-Riddle Worldwide the nation’s No. 1 provider of online bachelor’s degree programs. To learn more, visit Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University at erau.edu.

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Continued from Page 25 Embry-Riddle’s Worldwide Campus, which administers the university’s virtual-learning programs in addition to offering in-classroom courses, ensures the academic success of its students by continually working to find new ways of engaging with distance learners and offering the resources they need to excel. Some of these services include virtual reality and extended reality applications, faculty coaching, a working Student Government Association, an internal social networking community (eUnion) and a recently launched program to boost English proficiency of air traffic con-

trollers in Brazil. Leveraging cuttingedge technologies remains a key component to ensuring the university’s mission of creating virtual environments that encourage student engagement. That initiative was recently strengthened with the launch of the campus’s new Academic Innovation Division. “Year over year, we push ourselves to discover new ways to deliver robust, industry-relevant coursework throughout all of our programs,” said Dr. John R. Watret, Worldwide Campus chancellor. “We take a holistic approach to education, ensuring that all of our staff and faculty make the student experience a pri-

mary goal. We understand that our graduates make a significant impact on society on a global scale, and the care and preparation we provide when they are students is paramount to their success in the industry.” Additionally, the Worldwide Campus College of Business was recognized in the top 20, out of 228 schools, for Best Online Bachelor’s Programs – Business. The college’s Department of Engineering and Technology was recognized as having the 23rd-best (tied) Online Master’s in Engineering Program for Veterans, and the 37th-best (tied) Online Master’s in Engineering Program.

For more than 50 years, EmbryRiddle has offered world-class educational opportunities in multiple modalities to include online and in-person courses. Degree programs are offered at nearly 125 locations around the world, including many military installations. Online degree programs feature multiple start dates and courses generally run for nine weeks. Bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs are available to the Worldwide Campus’s 23,000 students. For more information, visit the Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University website, www.erau.edu.

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IADA: MARKET TO STAY HOT FOR NEXT SIX MONTHS WHILE PRICES REMAIN HIGH AND INVENTORY LOW www.inflightusa.com

Members of the International Aircraft Dealers Association (IADA) anticipate the market for used private airplanes will remain red hot for the first six months of 2022, while inventory of available aircraft stays low. IADA’s Fourth Quarter 2021 Market Report includes a summary of questionnaires about their market perceptions sent to nearly 900 IADA members, including dealers, their brokers, and members who provide products and services related to aircraft transactions. IADA is the leading organization for aviation professionals who specialize in aircraft transactions and whose opinions bring an informed perspective on the state of the used bizjet marketplace. Its dealers buy and sell more aircraft by dollar volume than the world’s unaffiliated dealers combined, averaging over 700 transactions and $6 billion in annual revenue.

IADA Fourth Quarter 2021 Market Report Issued

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By any measure, 2021 was an incredibly unprecedented year, roughly doubling average aircraft transactions. Private airplane dealers accredited by IADA closed a remarkable 20 percent more deals in 2021 than the year before: 1,372 recorded aircraft transactions, compared to 1,135 deals in 2020. This was despite a shriveled aircraft inventory, with many airplanes never making it to market before being snatched up by buyers willing to pay top dollar.” Today’s market is incredibly unique and while aircraft transact quickly, that’s a result of factors which have not created an entirely positive environment for the resale space,” said Johnny Foster, president and CEO of IADA accredited dealer OGARAJETS. “We enjoyed a solid year, maybe our best, however, the market created an environment that was not nearly as positive for our buying clients. Values and prices are completely disconnected, supply is almost nil, and due diligence is limited by shop capacity and demand,” he added. The fourth quarter 2021 responses from IADA members predict the first six

Kyle Wagman, director of aircraft transactions and consulting for Leading

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America, summed up the feelings of many pre-owned brokers: “Buying activity is excellent. Inventory levels are serious concern. The OEMs need to begin delivering new aircraft at higher volume in order to displace more aircraft into the marketplace.” To register to download the report go to https://aircraftexchange.com/mar ket-report.

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months of the coming year will continue to bring an increase in demand for all sectors of the used aircraft sales market, including turboprop, light, medium and large, and ultra large jets, while supply shortfalls are projected to continue driving prices higher. “Values have increased an average of 10 percent a month for the past three months. The rate of change feels unsustainable. However, absent an increase in supply or a dramatic drop in demand, appreciation will likely continue into 2022,” said IADA Chairman Emeritus Paul Kirby, who is also the executive vice president of QS Partners, another accredited dealer. “In my aircraft appraisals business, for below $10 million fair market value aircraft, I am adding 20 percent to account for the lack of supply, and extreme demand,” said Jeremy Cox of JetValues-Jeremy, LLC. “Above $20 million I’m adding 10 percent, with all points in-between pro-rated. The used aircraft marketplace, since Q3 2020, has developed into a bull market, with minimal days on market and in most cases, premium pricing above asking price is occurring.”

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Edge Aviation Services, said, “I think we all have eager and ready buyers ready to strike with offers but with limited supply of pre-owned aircraft, values have gone to crazy numbers. Who would have thought that an aircraft purchased new from an OEM less than three years ago can be sold in today’s market at a premium compared to what the owner paid for it?” The IADA Market Report is an informative and reliable view of the state of the aviation industry. It covers IADA accredited dealers’ perceptions about the market taken from the survey of IADA members, and actual sales data reported monthly by IADA dealers, even when inventory is difficult to locate and might never appear on the market. But it does not include pre-owned aircraft transactions conducted solely by IADA’s OEM members. The perspectives and projections from IADA members for the IADA Market Report are informed by the monthly activity reports submitted by IADA accredited dealers through AircraftExchange. In addition to sales data from AircraftExchange listings, the IADA Market Report includes data from all IADA accredited dealer activities and transactions, reported in total. Todd Spangler, sales director of IADA accredited dealer Jetcraft, covering Florida and Central and South

IADA is a professional trade association formed more than 30 years ago, promoting the growth and public understanding of the aircraft resale industry. IADA now offers the world’s only accreditation program for dealer organizations and the only certification program for individual brokers. The process delivers lofty standards of ethical business practices and transparency regarding aircraft transactions, leading to a more efficient and reliable marketplace. For more information, go to www.iada.aero.

About AircraftExchange.com

IADA’s online marketplace, AircraftExchange.com, is the industry’s premier source of exclusive aircraft for sale or lease by IADA accredited dealers. IADA’s robust listing verification process ensures that unlike other online advertising venues, there are no duplicates, no phantom listings and no aircraft advertised that are not truly available for sale. The AircraftExchange search portal enables organizations to create a confidential dashboard of business jets for sale, filtered based on their features and amenities, aircraft class, age, and price. Users can browse through data-rich listings for some of the most popular aircraft manufacturers, including Embraer, Cessna, Bombardier, and Gulfstream jets. For more info about AircraftExchange go to www.Aircraft Exchange.com.

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HOW DO PILOTS THINK? NEW PRESIDENTIAL RESEARCH FELLOW SEEKS ANSWERS In Flight USA Celebrating 38 Years

Dr. Barbara Holder, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s most recent Presidential Fellow, studies how pilots think in order to develop aviation systems and procedures that are as safe, efficient and easy-to-understand as possible. Holder’s mission at Embry-Riddle is to create a university-wide research center focused on flight operations informed by real-world cognition and human factors. To further elevate Embry-Riddle research initiatives – a plan set forth by Embry-Riddle President P. Barry Butler, Ph.D. – the university has so far hired two Presidential Research Fellows – Holder, an associate professor in Embry-Riddle’s College of Aviation, School of Graduate Studies, and Dr. Kenji Yoshigoe, a professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science.

Human-Machine Interactions

Holder has devoted her career to understanding the complex relationships between people and technology. In particular, she has studied how commercial airline pilots worldwide make sense of the technologies they use to operate modern jets. Her research leverages a technique called cognitive ethnography to capture the thought processes behind flying. Such insights are critically important for designing next-generation training programs and flight decks as well as the various roles of people within the aviation system. Holder systematically observes pilots in their natural habitat. Over the years, she has joined U.S. Navy officers as they trained to fly sub-hunter helicopters. She has completed extensive field studies of global air transport flight operations, observing commercial airline

Dr. Barbara Holder was recently named Embry-Riddle’s newest Presidential Fellow. (Embry-Riddle/David Massey) pilots from the jump-seat to identify how they use, understand and interact with the technologies on the flight deck. That information helped Holder guide the design of several 787 flight deck systems. It also helped her redesign the Boeing Quick Reference Handbook – the manual pilots use to respond to emergency and non-normal events – for all then-in-production Boeing airplanes. “My work focuses less on the technology and more on how people think when they interact with it,” Holder noted. Embry-Riddle’s Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost Lon Moeller commended Holder’s highly collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to her work. “Dr. Holder is an internationally recognized expert in aviation safety and applied human factors with an emphasis on enhancing cognitive work,” he said. “I look forward to watching her progress as she works to advance Embry-Riddle research in aviation human factors for flight.” Holder’s college dean, Dr. Alan Stolzer, said: “I’m delighted to welcome Dr. Holder to the College of Aviation.

Her expertise in real-world cognition to improve safety and system performance is a perfect fit for us as we continue to develop a top-tier research program in that area.”

A Pilot and a Scholar

Holder has served as the principal investigator on multiple projects looking at issues such as cognitive skills degradation, smart human-machine collaboration and much more. While pursuing her Ph.D. in Cognitive Science from the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), Holder worked with the famous anthropologist and navigator Dr. Ed Hutchins, author of Cognition in the Wild. A pilot herself, Holder and her husband own an aerobatic airplane and live in the Spruce Creek fly-in neighborhood near Embry-Riddle’s Daytona Beach, Florida, campus. Holder developed a love of aviation because of her grandfather, who was a World War II aircraft mechanic. Listening to his stories may have been Holder’s first brush with ethnography – a way to study cultures by

collecting individual stories. Later, after her first flight-training session, Holder became hooked on aviation. “Flying was so much fun, but I noticed that the displays were terrible from a human factors perspective,” she recalled, laughing. “I realized that was what I should study in graduate school.” Holder put herself through school with jobs and scholarships. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Social Ecology at the University of California - Irvine, after which she spent five years at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Lab before completing graduate school at the University of California San Diego. “Money was tight for me growing up,” she said. “I’ve always known that education can provide a path to financial security.” Before joining Embry-Riddle in November 2021, Holder had worked since 2015 as a fellow in Advanced Technology at Honeywell Aerospace, where she studied human-machine issues across a wide range of aircraft. Earlier, she spent 15 years with The Boeing Company. There, she was an associate technical fellow and lead scientist of the Flight Deck Concept Center. Holder was a post-doctoral research fellow at NASA Ames Research Center where she investigated how pilots come to understand the auto-flight system of the Airbus A320 while flying the line. Holder is chair of the Human Factors Subcommittee to the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Research, Engineering and Development Advisory Committee. She is also a member of the FAA’s Air Carrier Training Aviation Rulemaking Committee’s Flight Path Management Working Group. She is a fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society. She has nine patents and multiple scholarly publications.

EAA “PILOT YOUR OWN ADVENTURE” CONTEST OPENS

The opportunity for an EAA AirVenture Oshkosh once-in-a-lifetime camping experience is the grand prize as EAA’s Pilot Your Own Adventure contest, supported by Flight Outfitters, is now open for pilots and aircraft owners. In 2022, the contest welcomes those to submit original, true-life stories behind the aircraft they have owned or currently own. “Those of us who fly know that every airplane has its own story and soul,” said Jim Busha, EAA’s vice president of publications, marketing, and

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membership. “Maybe it’s the story of its operational history, the people that it connected, or the passengers it flew. It doesn’t matter if there were thousands – or even tens of thousands – of the type built, or if it’s rare or even unique, every airframe has tales to tell. And if we love the way you tell your aircraft’s story, you might just win the AirVenture camping experience of a lifetime.” Aviators can enter by writing 500 to 1,000 words about that aircraft. The entry Continued on Page 30

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Flying With Faber NEW HOTEL DISCOVERIES

’m yearning to resume my travel schedule. Of course, I can take some trips in my airplane. But I’m anxious to visit some of my favorites of the world and take in a few countries that I’ve yet to check off my list. Of course, these destinations are beyond the reach of my ship. But every time I watch the news and observe the horror of disruptive and recalcitrant passengers, some of whom have prompted airline captains to return to their point of departure, I’ve decided to remain safe and hopefully free from an infection which might have been hurled at me by some angry passenger. Instead, I fly around my kitchen and prepare a series of dinners with recipes from my own cookbook, Cookbook For People Who Hate Lawyers. Fortunately, my recipes never disappoint me. For now, I am resigned to traveling remotely. In that endeavor, I have discovered a host of new hotels, restaurants and destinations. I want to share these discoveries with my readers in hopes that we can all safely visit these places very soon.

Aerial Photo of the new Conrad Tulum Riveiera Maya. (Courtesy Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya) Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya, Carretera Cancun Tulum 307, Tulkal Chemuyil, Tulum Quintana Roo, Mexico, 77774 With the opening of the highly anticipated oceanfront Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya, Hilton Hotels has announced its debut into the Mexican Caribbean. Located eight miles north of Tulum in a secluded bay surrounded by a tropical forest and pristine Caribbean waters, the 349-room resort offers guests a transformative getaway. “We are thrilled to make Hilton’s debut in Tulum – one of Mexico’s premier destinations – with this fabulous luxury hotel,” said Danny Hughes, executive vice president and president, Americas, Hilton. “The Caribbean and Latin America has long been a priority market for Hilton with Mexico leading the way – it’s our fifth largest presence globally by number of hotels with Tulum as a central part of our growth strategy.”

Stuart J. Faber and Aunt Bea Lobby.

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Bold Design

In the heart of the world’s most exquisite natural wonders, from jungles and beaches to hidden cenotes and colorful flora and fauna, Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya is designed to endow guests with a deep connection to Tulum’s distinctive surroundings. The entrance is adorned with ornate wooden doors, engraved by local artisans. The lobby is enhanced with an immersive art installation, a nod to ancient Mayan architecture and Tulum’s surroundings. Immense windows bring spectacular ocean views into the lobby. The nature-inspired theme endures throughout the hotel’s thoughtfully designed guest rooms. With a tasteful infusion of organic elements of stone, wood and metal, floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic ocean views, guest rooms are designed with subtle tones and elegant furnishings. Each has its own private balcony and relaxation tub or plunge pool. Guests seeking additional space can luxuriate in a suite with a spa-inspired master bathroom complete with a soaking tub and rainfall shower, then saunter into a spacious living room with an adjacent dining area.

Exquisite Dining

Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya’s diverse food and beverage options include five restaurants as well as six bars and lounges. Autor, the resort’s most sophisticated dining room, is where guests experience a personalized culinary journey fashioned by Chef Jersaí Miranda. Maratea serves distinct cuisine inspired by the Mediterranean Basin from southern Spain to North Africa, Greece and Turkey. Ukai, dedicated to the traditional Japanese fishing method and committed to sustainable fishing, is brought to life as a contemporary sushi counter.

Guestroom.

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Kengai is a teppanyaki restaurant that merges classic Japanese and Southeast Asian techniques with local ingredients and styles. Chaak Bar, named after the Mayan rain god and inspired by the cenotes where the Mayans would connect with him, offers guests a place to recharge and seek shelter. Cafetal, an upscale café and market serving locally sourced coffee and all-day goodies, is inspired by the traditional Tianguis, an economic and social gathering center in Mexican culture.

A Place To Enhance Your Health and Well-Being

Nestled within lush mangroves, Conrad Spa Tulum is an ideal setting for a wellness refuge where guests can avail themselves of a wide range of services inspired by the legends of the Mayan gods and traditional Mexican herbalism. Spa offerings include an extensive menu of body rituals, along with a sensory Water Ritual including an outdoor pool and thermal facilities. The Mayan Manteada is an ancient massage technique in which shawls are tied around the waist to relax and realign the body. For guests seeking an enlightened sense of well-being and tranquility, the spa has an in-house Shaman to perform ancient rituals of the purifying gratitude and sacred cenote ceremonies.

Sustainable Beauty and Wildlife

From an environmental education curriculum to multiple rescue and relocation programs for its mangroves, wildlife and coastal forest conservation is a primary goal of the resort. Emphasis is placed on meticulous preservation and sustainability through its sea turtle protection program as well as an innovative waste management system and water quality monitoring projects. The sea turtle protection program reduces the impact

of the hotel’s activities during the turtle’s nesting season and guarantees the conservation of these protected species.

Meetings, Big and Small

With its 55,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space, Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya offers the destination’s first and largest separate event center. The convention center’s modern, yet elegant décor has a backdrop of soaring windows giving way to breathtaking views. The 9,000-square-foot outdoor terrace is ideal for al fresco dining. Additional event spaces include a Main Ballroom, Junior Ballroom and three meeting rooms that can accommodate up to 2,500 people.

A Great Hotel Collection

Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya is the latest addition to Hilton’s portfolio of luxury hotels in premier global destinations. I’ve been a huge fan of the Conrad brand since they opened their flagship hotel in Hong Kong more than 25 years ago. Additional Conrads are on the way in Los Angeles, Nashville, Sardinia and Rabat, Morocco. Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya offers guests the comfort of Hilton CleanStay and participates in Hilton Honors, the award-winning guest loyalty program for Hilton’s 18 distinct hotel brands. Members who book directly have access to instant benefits, including a flexible payment slider that allows the selection of nearly any combination of points and money to book a stay. Additional benefits include exclusive member discounts, free standard Wi-Fi, and access to the Hilton Honors mobile app. For more information and reservations, visit Hilton.com/conrad-tulum and follow the hotel on Instagram at @ConradTulumRivieraMaya or on Facebook at Facebook.com/Conrad TulumRivieraMaya. Continued on Page 30

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local herbs. Fu Bar, an exclusive sky pool terrace and bar, specializes in gin-focused cocktails and tempting local bites.

Wellness Experiences

Pool Villa. (Courtesy Regent Phu Quoc) Regent Phu Quoc Hotel, Bãi Trường, xã Dương Tơ Phu Quoc Island, Kiên Giang 92509, Vietnam, Phone: +84 297 3880 000, phuquoc.regenthotels.com I’m very excited about a new Regent hotel which is about to open in Vietnam. Once again, my thoughts hark back to Hong Kong where the Regent Hotel was among my favorites worldwide. In the spring of 2022, IHG Hotels & Resorts will launch the first resort in Southeast Asia from its upper-luxury brand, Regent Hotels & Resorts. Situated off the southwest coast of Vietnam, alongside a UNESCO-designated World Biosphere Reserve, the hotel is located just 15 minutes from Phu Quoc International Airport. Juan Losada, General Manager, Regent Phu Quoc, says, “Founded more than 50 years ago, Regent Hotels & Resorts changed the face of modern luxury with bold firsts, such as pioneering the private villa with pool concept which have since become luxury hotel standards. With the opening of Regent Phu Quoc, a truly visionary resort has been conceived which

Beach Villa. (Courtesy Regent Phu Quoc)

Main Pool. (Courtesy Regent Phu Quoc)

marries the calming, the imaginative and the extravagant. We look forward to setting new luxury benchmarks through exceptional Vietnamese hospitality and guest experiences which feel simultaneously luxurious and effortless.”

orful touches that embrace the tropical surroundings. Guests will be greeted by a modern interpretation of Vietnamese roofs, and a variation of the local traditional wooden truss structural system, known as the Bovi. This theme has been developed into subtle patterns found on screens, carpets and accessories. Another local style known as Gian Nha, comprises small pockets and courtyards within a traditional Vietnamese house.

An All-Villa and Suite Resort

Guests will be able to select from a spectacular collection of 176 suites and 126 villas. The villas at Regent Phu Quoc will have private infinity pools and panoramic views of the pearlescent ocean and sky. The resort will offer multiple accommodation options from one-bedroom suites to expansive seven-bedroom ultra-villas. Included are beach pool villas with direct access to the pristine white beach, sky pool villas situated high in the Sky Wing with breathtaking ocean views and lagoon pool villas which overlook the striking vista of the resort’s lagoons.

Vietnamese Heritage Meets Minimalist Modernity

The resort’s architecture reflects the traditional Vietnamese culture. Its design maximizes access to the environment with floor-to-ceiling ocean-view glass windows and inside spaces featuring col-

A Multi-Sensorial Culinary Experience

Among the six world-class restaurant and bar options are Oku, an enchanting Franco-Japanese Salon de Boeuf serving the finest beef cuts and sushi at the Omakase counter. Rice Market is an all-day restaurant that transports diners on a culinary journey through Southern Vietnam and north towards the border of China. Ocean Club is a Mediterraneaninspired beachfront venue that features rum cocktails and a live in-house DJ. Lobby Lounge, a relaxing parlor, offers all-day fare and beverage specialties that correspond with the time of day. Bar Jade is a speakeasy for fine artisanal spirits and custom cocktails mixed with fresh

EAA “Pilot Your Own Adventure” Contest Continued from Page 28 submission must be non-fiction, based on real facts, real events, and real people, and also adhere to the contest requirements as outlined in the official contest rules (eaa.org). Entries must be accompanied by two to eight photos with captions of up to 30 words each. “The excitement of last year’s inau-

gural Pilot Your Own Adventure contest, which culminated in a trip to Oshkosh, created tremendous enthusiasm to do it again in 2022,” said Mark Glassmeyer, Flight Outfitters president. “The memories of every aviation adventure includes that special aircraft that becomes an indelible part of the unforgettable experience. That’s what we’re eager to hear

about in this year’s contest.” The contest officially opened on Jan. 14, 2022, and closes on March 14, 2022. Entries can be submitted either online or via the mail. Along with the camping experience at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2022 in a fully branded Flight Outfitters camper, the grand prize winner will receive a bounty of Flight Outfitters

The Spa at Regent Phu Quoc will offer an upscale level of contemporary and traditional treatments. The Health Club houses a fitness center, meditation studio and rooftop yoga pavilions to recharge and rejuvenate. Guests will experience a highly personalized wellness itinerary guided by the resident Holistic Wellness Coach. The resort’s holistic wellness programs include Acoustic/Vibrational Therapy complemented by the Welnamis System and Psammo Hot Sand Therapy on an exclusive quartz bed. Visit the Pedi:Mani:Cure concept salon inspired by renowned podiatrist Bastien Gonzalez.

Phu Quoc Island and Regent Phu Quoc Experiences

There will be many exciting things to see and do around the hotel. Nearly half of Phu Quoc island is a National Park. The northern part of the island is covered with 121 square miles of lush tropical forest which has been designated as a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. The southern part of the island is popular for its pristine white sand beaches. Regent Phu Quoc has developed a range of immersive island destination experiences

clothing and gear. Second through fifth prizes will also be awarded. Full details, rules, and entry information are available at EAA.org/FlightOutfitters (www.eaa.or g/airventure/eaa-airventure-news-andmultimedia/pilot-your-own-adventure) or go to eaa.org.

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o the wife says to the husband, “Don’t you think you have enough tools?” The husband replied, “Why? Do you know where there are some for sale?” Which brings us to the subject of wiring your homebuilt. My guesstimate is that 50 percent of homebuilts need to be rewired, but what takes the cake is a Beech something or other where the owner paid for a new paint job and a new interior but did the wiring himself. He twisted wires together and wrapped them with electrical tape. Don’t know if he won a Darwin award or not, but it wasn’t for lack of trying. Suppose you’re thinking about wiring the avionics, the all-singing, alldancing, all-glass digital avionics like I’ve got in the RV-9A, doing it yourself. What do you need? The patience of Job, the sleuthing abilities of Sherlock Holmes to decipher manuals and wiring diagrams, the hand-eye coordination of a Swiss watchmaker, free time as if serving a life sentence, and the sanity of the Mad Hatter. And you need tools! Not real tools like wrenches and pliers, but all that funny, dainty stuff that seem to be preferred by people who actually get the avionics to work… Here’s a quote from a certain aircraft supply company website, “If you are in need of a variety of tools, our Panel Technician Tool Kit is a great option. The kit includes wire cutters, wire strippers, a terminal crimper, a molex crimper, a dsub crimper, 3 insertion/removal tools, a wire

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the cholesterol. (One friend went on a diet but said he wasn’t getting enough to eat, so he went on two diets…) The good news is that I’m reducing my gross weight, to use both the aeronautical and colloquial meanings of the word. And if I’m going to spend any of my very limited sugar budget on a dessert, it better be really good…

When I was a young pilot, I loved to hear stories from the old hands about flying technique and different airplanes. The old hands are gone now, and when I look

around for the old hands, it’s me and my contemporaries. How did that happen? Some friends have had the wisdom to stop flying due to age, something that I’m watching closely in my own flying. Another phenomenon of old age is that you start losing friends. One very close friend passed a few years back. Two flying friends my age, maybe younger, are losing their battles with cancer. Good men, all… In my engineering career, it has been my privilege to work with many people who were respected and admired for both technical prowess and their humanity. One of those was Jim Veitengruber at Boeing, a giant of modern jet cockpit design. There is not room here for a proper eulogy, but an anecdote is appropriate. When I was at Boeing, every year at the Christmas party, the retirees outnumbered current employees in Flight Crew Operations Integration by about two to one. When the email announcement of Jim’s passing was sent, there were so many former employees on the list that the announcement had to be sent in two batches. Even though I left that group at Boeing 18 years ago, I still have fond remembrances. The signed going-away picture they gave me is above my desk as I write this. On that picture, Jim, my boss two levels up, referred to me as a “peer.” RIP, Jim.

With optimized descents, aircraft descend from cruising altitude to the runway in a smooth, continuous path with the engines set at near idle, according to the FAA. (Courtesy FAA) average 2 million gallons of fuel is saved by 2050,” U.S. Transportation Secretary and 40 million pounds of emissions Pete Buttigieg said. For each group of descents used at reduced annually. That is equivalent to an airport, the FAA estimates that an eliminating the fuel and CO2 emissions

of 1,300 Boeing 737 flights from Atlanta to Dallas. “When we multiply the impact by thousands of flights, we gain real fuel savings and real environmental benefits,” FAA Administrator Steve Dickson said. In 2021, the FAA implemented OPDs for Dallas-Ft. Worth International Airport, Ft. Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas, Lakehurst Maxfield Field in New Jersey, Love Field in Dallas, Miami International Airport, North Las Vegas Airport, Orlando International Airport, Port Columbus International Airport, Portland International Jetport, and Continued on Page 34

spoon, a wire striping aide, and 3/32 hex driver (total value $322.25). Our technicians use every one of these tools and it’s a great option to save some money ($72.75)! Get your kit today!” To be truthful, I’m a satisfied customer of the above-referenced company, but not likely to be a repeat customer. There’s no room on the panel for anything more, there’s nothing more that I need, and to quote their corporate slogan, “We’re not happy till you’re broke.” They’re happy.

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For years, my annual physicals have shown my blood workup numbers to be at the top of the acceptable range, occasionally down in the middle of the range. But the numbers most recently, after COVID (and it was not a severe case, thanks to the vaccine) well… This time… where did those numbers come from? A web article from UCSD (San Diego) gives some clues. COVID can elevate blood sugar, and the term is stress hyperglycemia (not hypoglycemia). It especially affects men. Cholesterol? Yup, COVID is a likely contributor to my recently increased numbers there, too. The doc told me to do something about it or she would. As age has set in (how did that happen?), my daily caloric needs have dropped. Now I’m back on a self-inflicted, semi-draconian diet. Sugar is severely limited, and one of my two meals per day is now a salad to address

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GA airports have enemies, and not just developers or airliners. Sometimes it’s bizjets. At Scottsdale, Ariz., a fractional ownership company wants to build hangars. Already, a number of GA Thangars have been razed, and the final solution is to tear down another 70 hangars, displacing all those pilots. This is, of course, a flagrant violation of airport grant assurances, discriminating against single engine piston aircraft, even if both are, in the very broadest sense of the word, “general aviation.” The same is threatened at my own airport. A win at Scottsdale will be a win for all of GA, and the pilots there have opened their wallets for legal representation. We should all support them, and be glad that AOPA is on the job, too.

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FAA IMPLEMENTS MORE EFFICIENT DESCENT PROCEDURES TO REDUCE FUEL BURN, EMISSIONS

Descent procedures that the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) put in place across the country in the 2021 will save millions of gallons of fuel and reduce CO2 and other emissions by hundreds of thousands of tons, the organization announced on Jan. 13. The 42 new Optimized Profile Descents (OPDs) allow planes to glide down safely from cruising altitudes into airspace for some of the nation’s largest airports instead of the fuel-consuming stair-step procedure. “These new efficient descent procedures both save fuel and dramatically reduce emissions, moving us closer to our goal of net-zero aviation emissions

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It has been said that the only voluntary act in aviation is the decision to take-off. Every action after take-off involves the skillful management of risk, the enjoyment of flight and a continuous stream of decisions that result in a safe landing. In 1974, NASA created the Aviation Safety Reporting System (ASRS) to allow aviation professionals to share experiences in a frank, non-punitive manner. The ASRS structure allows pilots and other aviation professionals to file an anonymous report of an incident, error or occurrence that the contributor feels might be of value to others. These reports are gathered, analyzed and data based by NASA experts and made available to all interested parties as a tool for creating pro-active aviation safety programs. Additionally, NASA distributes an electronic publication, CALLBACK, which contains selected, de-identified, reports on a free subscription basis. In Flight USA is proud to reprint selected reports, exerted from CALLBACK, for our readers to read, study, occasionally laugh at, and always learn from. Visit http://asrs.arc.nasa.gov/ to learn how you can participate in the ASRS program.

ALTITUDE DEVIATIONS

o you remember when you were mastering the mystery of altitude, or are you, perhaps, wrestling with it now? The concept can feel a bit foreign to us without nature’s wings. Nonetheless, controlling an aircraft’s altitude correctly and precisely is critical to flight safety. Vertical separation from other aircraft and terrain depends on it. Moreover, the science of altimetry is tricky and subject to confusion and misunderstanding. Add Human Factors into the mix, and accurate, error free altitude control can be a difficult challenge. Even the seasoned aviator can fail the task. ASRS consistently receives altitude deviation incident reports. Catalysts for an altitude deviation could range from a minor distraction to a major system failure. System failures that corrupt altitude information intended for use by the pilot are potential culprits, as are automation and other systems that affect the movement of the aircraft’s flight control surfaces. Frequently, Human Factors play the significant role in the sequence of an altitude deviation incident. Mistakes occur in automation management, instrument interpretation, altimeter settings, communication with controllers and crewmembers, and in situations that call for nearly superhuman skills to combat Human Factors issues. This month, Callback presents reports in which altitude deviations are triggered by mistakes or misperceptions shaped by Human Factors issues as opposed to deviations stemming from equipment or system failures.

Instructor’s Investigation

This flight instructor astutely analyzes an altitude deviation and hints of prominent Human Factors involvement. • I was acting as a flight instructor.… My student is a Certified Flight Instructor candidate.… We began with an ILS approach at ZZZ1 with my student flying the aircraft and me handling ATC communications to reduce his workload in the hard IMC conditions. We crossed a cold

front while receiving vectors for the ILS approach [to ZZZ1].… We completed the ILS approach without incident and proceeded to the [ZZZ2] VOR for the VOR-A approach into ZZZ, planning to complete a low approach only. We experienced severe turbulence, which forced the autopilot to disconnect, and I took the controls of the aircraft and requested deviations to the north as necessary to track clear of the progressing cold front. Once we got into smoother air, I gave my student the flight controls, and we proceeded direct ZZZ2 [VOR] for a procedure turn. Our plan was to complete the VOR-A approach and then receive radar vectors for the RNAV 01 at ZZZ. My student had proclaimed that he wanted to avoid going back through the cold front while getting vectored for the RNAV 01 approach and suggested we circle to land at ZZZ and cancel the IFR flight plan. When my student suggested this, we had passed the final approach fix inbound and began a descent to the Minimum Descent Altitude (MDA) and were switched over to advisory frequency. I switched frequencies back to Approach to tell them our intentions to try and circle to land. When I told ATC of our intentions, they replied in the affirmative and added, “Aircraft X, low altitude alert, check altitude immediately, altitude indicates 1,800.” I replied to the altitude checks and requested an altimeter setting. ATC replied with an altimeter setting of 29.58, and we had a setting of 29.67 set in. I figured this was why they gave us the low altitude alert but then quickly realized that the [stepdown] altitude for the segment of the approach we were on was 2,020 feet, and we were at 1,720 feet with the new altimeter setting. I informed my student to return to 2,020 feet, and we continued…the approach without issue and proceeded with the missed approach and vectors to the RNAV 01 at ZZZ. During the missed approach, I was surprised at myself that I did not catch that the student had descended below the MDA.… During the lead up to the approach, the encounter with the severe turbulence had shaken both me and my

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student. We also had a back seat passenger who was an instrument student and had never been in IMC before. I was concerned with the safety of my student and the back seat student. I…began thinking about the circle to land approach and how we would request vectors for the RNAV approach if we were unable to circle to land in order to stay away from the front line. I had determined from the weather when we departed ZZZ that circling for the runway at ZZZ would have been nearly impossible with the current ceilings. I told my student this and informed him we would need to execute the RNAV approach in order to make it back into the airport. The workload at the moment was very high and the effects of the turbulence certainly could have impaired multitasking skills for both my student and me. When we began the descent on the approach, we left 3,000 feet for 2,020 feet, which is the minimum altitude until a [stepdown] fix, beyond which…the Minimum Descent Altitude [is] 1,760 feet. My student did not reset the altitude select when we ran our final approach fix check, and the altitude select remained at 3,000 feet. Additionally, when I recognized we were below the published MDA, I should have instructed my student to execute the missed approach.… If this event were to occur again, I would…instruct my student to execute the missed approach rather than working to reclaim the MDA.

An Inch from Disaster

A CRJ200 Captain chronicles events that led to an altitude deviation, an unstable approach, and unrecognized Controlled Flight Toward Terrain (CFTT). • While at cruise, we both listened to ATIS and discussed the extremely low altimeter at CWA of 29.32. I then got landing data for Runways 35 and 8. I briefed the ILS to Runway 8. We checked in with Minneapolis Center, who told us to expect Runway 35, which we accepted. While descending for a crossing restriction…at 14,000 feet, I [briefed] Runway 35. There was a slight rush due to the change, but it

was completely manageable. Descending through FL180, I dialed in the incorrect altimeter of 30.32, even though I had written down 29.32…and dialed 29.32 into the Standby Altimeter. I then called for, and we ran, the Descent Checklist. While running the descent check, neither I nor the First Officer (FO) Pilot Monitoring (PM) caught the altimeter error on my side. I believe I said, “29.32, crosschecked.” We were then cleared direct RELCO to cross RELCO at or above 3,000 feet and cleared for the ILS Runway 35. I dialed in 3,000 feet and configured to be at 3,000 feet about 5 miles outside RELCO to allow for deceleration prior to RELCO. Approximately 5 miles outside RELCO, just slowing to 200 knots, zero flaps, and gear up at a 1,000 FPM descent, I believe the PM FO said, “You have the wrong altimeter. We need to climb back up.” I immediately saw the error, clicked off the autopilot, and climbed up to 3,000 feet. I then dialed in the correct altimeter. I directed the FO to tell Tower what we were doing. I elected to continue the approach since we crossed RELCO at 3,000 feet. The rest of the approach and landing was hand flown and uneventful. Upon post flight debrief, the PM FO said he momentarily saw his Radio Altimeter (RA) display less than 1,000 feet AGL. The math says this is most likely correct. I did not see this on my side, as I was busy. This means we were unstable…and should have done a go-around and missed approach.… We may have descended to 800 feet to 900 feet…above airport elevation. The terrain around RELCO appears to be the same as the airfield elevation. We did not receive a GPWS, which I believe was due to our speed, descent rate, and absence of towers and terrain in the area. I should pay more attention to every aspect of my flight duties. I have been a Captain for nearly 20 years and have never had a training issue, ATC issue, or any event resembling this.

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TUSKEGEE AIRMAN, AIR FORCE LEGEND PASSES AWAY In Flight USA Celebrating 38 Years

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rig. Gen. Charles E. McGee, a Tuskegee Airman and Air Force legend, passed away at his residence in Bethesda, Md., Jan. 16, 2022. He was 102 years old. McGee was an airpower champion, noted for his combat successes and impact on the cultural shift within the military. “As a Tuskegee Airman and combat aviator with 409 missions across three decades, his years in uniform were nothing shy of heroic, and his example of integrity, service, and excellence endures,” said Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. “His legacy is foundational to our service, and a daily inspiration for me personally, and to so many other Airmen.” McGee’s aviation career began on Oct. 26, 1942, after he enlisted in the U.S. Army as a pilot. He would fly 108 combat missions throughout Europe during World War II. During this time, he and other Tuskegee Airmen distinguished themselves through their combat profi-

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Continued from Page 37 deviation, this AA-5 pilot zeroed in on the cause and alluded to a policy for prevention. • I was practicing a partial panel approach and used my backup steam gauges instead of the primary glass display. It has been a while since I used my backup instruments. I misread the altimeter by 1,000 feet and got lower than intended. My safety pilot did not call out the issue until I dropped to around 500 feet. I’ve only switched to a glass display two years ago. The lesson I learned here

The Explorer

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ciency and competence. With over 6,800 flying hours, McGee’s career spanned 30 years and three different wars: World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. His decorations for outstanding service included the Distinguished Flying Cross, Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, Air Medal and the Presidential Unit Citation. In 2007, the Tuskegee Airmen were presented the Congressional Gold Medal by former president George W. Bush, and

in 2011, McGee was enshrined in the National Aviation Hall of Fame. Later in 2019, the Tuskegee Airmen were further recognized in naming the T-7A training aircraft, the “Red Hawk,” in honor of the airplane flown during World War II. For his efforts during and after his military service, McGee was promoted to the rank of brigadier general at the age of 100. The Tuskegee Airman dedicated his time to bettering the lives of all Airmen. Often sporting his red Tuskegee Airmen

is that remaining competent on older backup instruments is a skill that needs to be exercised regularly. This large transport flight crew received an ATC low altitude alert while on approach. The Captain recounts the actions taken and identifies the mistake and its probable causes, which together suggest a valuable mitigation technique. • We were leveling at 2,700 [feet]

MSL and cleared for the ILS Runway 27 at Eastern Iowa Airport (CID). ATC issued a low altitude alert, and while our altimeter indicated that we were 300 feet above the cleared altitude, we executed an immediate go-around and commenced a climb to the ATC issued altitude of 3,000 [feet] MSL. Upon level off, we realized that the altimeters had been incorrectly set during the descent check. We obtained the correct local altimeter setting from ATC and returned to the desired aircraft state.

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jacket, McGee advocated for aviation and equal treatment of Airmen, regardless of their backgrounds. After his retirement, McGee continued to mentor young people, current and former Airmen and all others interested in aviation and science, technology, engineering and mathematics. “Just last month, to celebrate his 102nd birthday, he spent time with Airmen, continuing to influence and teach long after retirement,” Brown said. “One of my favorite lessons, in his own words, was ‘Don’t let circumstances be an excuse to not achieve…that’s not the American way.’” Through McGee’s actions, the Air Force has continued to break barriers and create a military branch that accelerates change at every possible instant. His legacy showcases the unending resolve and courage needed to secure and protect the nation at any time. “Getting to know and spend time with him was an honor and a true joy, and my heart is with his family and all those affected by passing,” Brown said. Learn more on the Air Force website, af.mil.

We returned for another ILS to Runway 27 at CID and landed uneventfully. The probable cause was that the altimeter was set incorrectly due to confusion with an ATC received altimeter setting and failure to verify the correct setting. During the pre-descent ATIS check, both crewmembers wrote the correct altimeter setting. During the descent, we set the altimeter according to an ATC issued altimeter setting, which we both believe we heard correctly.

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By Denise DeGregoire

n Sept. 15, 2021, a teenage girl named Zara Rutherford inspired me as I watched her smiling face through the lens of my camera; she was beaming as she approached the runway at the Palo Alto Airport (PAO), in what would soon be one of many history-inthe-making landings in this epic adventure! I truly believed she was going to complete her journey around the world solo, and to think, the day before I was just learning about Zara Rutherford as we were waiting at PAO while she was grounded at The Mojave Air and Space Port, also known as the Civilian Aerospace Test Center, due to smoke from the many wildfires in California. I was fascinated. After Zara’s historic landing at PAO, I jumped onto her site, flyzolo.com, watched videos and began to follow her spectacular and dangerous journey around the world. I was especially impressed with her confident introductory video. “My name is Zara Rutherford. I’m 19 years old and this summer I’m flying solo around the world.” When I was 19, flight had caught my eye, except rather than thinking about flying an aircraft, never mind one around the world solo, I was more interested in the quick thrill of jumping out of one! Now, many years later, I had the privilege of witnessing one of Zara’s historic landings. Zara had set out to do something spectacular, with the intent to inspire along the way. After her landing into PAO, I caught a ride back to my car sharing the back seat with Zara who was munching on a bag of potato chips! She’s a teenager who’s just one year younger than my own child. On the short trip back to my car, I shared with her some unsolicited “motherly advice” while we were driven off the tarmac. I was impressed with her character; she is a very sweet and kind young lady who happened to be

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Zara Rutherford breaks Guinness World Records. (Courtesy Denise DeGregoire) Zara Rutherford arrives at Palo Alto Airport in her microlight Shark. (Courtesy Denise DeGregoire) wearing flight gear, sponsor’s logos and was attempting to be the youngest female to break two Guinness Records. How cool is that! Attempting to fly around the world solo at 19 takes guts and one must have an amazing team believing in you. All which Zara has. Although, her remarkable team was not trailing closely behind, they were supporting from their homes and offices back in Belgium and in the UK. During Zara’s journey she was completely on her own. She navigated not only the beautiful, and many times, difficult airspace around her, but dealing with unknown challenges on the ground while seeing the world from her unique perspective. She grew up with two parents who are pilots and was used to sitting behind the controls. As her father mentioned on an interview; “By age 3, with several pillows piled up to help her get a better view, she was able to take control of the aircraft herself.” Zara was born to fly, and in doing so she is inspiring other girls and women to take hold of their own dreams of flight, and to enter flight related fields helping to reduce the gender gap in aviation: Inspiring them to dream, whatever that dream may be.

Aug. 18, 2021, Zara left Belgium and headed West. This teenage girl decided to take a gap year after high school and set out not only to be the youngest female pilot to fly solo around the world, but to circumnavigate the globe in a microlight. A Shark! Jan. 20, 2022, she did just that, and became the newest Guinness World Record holder for: 1.Youngest female to circumnavigate the globe by aircraft solo 2.Youngest person to circumnavigate the globe in a Microlight solo 3.In addition, Zara is the only Belgium to circumnavigate the globe by aircraft solo It’s funny how the “motherly advice” I gave Zara back in September was Rule#3: “Look after your own – take care of yourself!” After watching her journey and listening to interviews it was evident Zara was well aware of this advice, and much wiser than her 19 years, believing that the best training is by doing it! I could tell by following her five-month journey, watching as she continued to inspire, collecting followers, and becoming a global sensation along the way. She took care of herself in every

Zara signing an autograph for Sahej, another young pilot. (Courtesy Denise DeGregoire)

way and conquered each challenge as they appeared. Some challenges Zara faced: • Stuck in Alaska for a month after the fires in California slowed her down a bit and she missed getting her Visa by merely hours, and then came the weather delays. • Due to weather, Zara was stuck in a tiny town in Siberia, Russia for a month with temperature at landing falling to -23 C, no one spoke English, and the only way in or out of town was by air. This was the most remote location she visited, Continued on Page 40

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mentally tough, and by far the coldest! • Avoiding North Korean airspace after leaving Russia posed challenges as they do not like small planes flying too close which made the six-hour flight over open water extra difficult especially when she lost communication with tower, which included a relay communication to tower with the commercial aircraft flying above. • After leaving Singapore, Zara got a little too close to a thunderstorm and saw a bolt of lightning which was frightening, and she diverted to clearer skies around the storm. • Flat tire in Singapore on Christmas Day. What an amazing young woman. What an amazing story overcoming the obstacles and navigating the many detours, snags, flat tire, lengthy open water flights, high temperatures, below freezing temperatures, and relay communication with a commercial aircraft flying high above. Rule#3. You did it! Zara’s Big Adventure in a nutshell: • Five months, two days • Visited 41 countries and five continents

Michael guiding Zara in upon her arrival at PAO. • Highest temperature in flight: +36 C (Columbia) • Lowest temperature in flight: -25 C (Siberia) with temp dropping at night to 35 C • Total Distance: 52,080.3 km (28,121 nautical miles) • Time in air: 260 hours • 71 take offs and landings, 69 stops including 10 diversions • Longest flight: 200 km (1080 nautical miles) • Longest flight over water: 1861 km (1005 nautical miles)

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• Flying at speeds up to 189 mph, at altitudes up to 14,000 feet Most memorable moments: • Flying into JFK as she flew over the Hudson and around Statue of Liberty finding her way in line, in her tiny Shark Microlight, amongst the gigantic Airbus and Boeing aircraft as she waited her turn to land • The vastness of flying over the extreme temperatures of Siberia and spotting camels in the Saudi Arabian deserts, both with no humans in sight for hundreds of miles

and allowed everyone to get back to the pleasure and excitement of the aviation experience. This year’s vision includes headliners meant to excite and inspire, Continued on Page 42

• Flying over an active volcano in Iceland With her Guinness Record setting and journey ended, her inspiration is just beginning. Zara got to see a side of the planet you would not otherwise see. There is no doubt that this teenager, whom I hope will decide to study at Stanford, will fulfill her dreams of becoming an astronaut! Where I was initially impressed with Zara’s stating her intent to fly around the world, I am honored to have played a tiny roll in sharing some of her progress over the past five months, and equally impressed with her current statement as a public figure: “My name is Zara Rutherford, a teenager and youngest woman to fly solo around the world. I hope to become an astronaut. I hope to inspire girls to follow their dreams.” I have no doubt she will do just that! Until then, I’m sure she’s going to get some much-needed rest! Now, I am excited to head down to the Hollister Municipal Airport to see what new inspirations I can find along the way… Fly well. Rule#3

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DORNIER SEAWINGS ACQUIRES FLYWHALE PROJECT FROM UNIPLANES GMBH In Flight USA Celebrating 38 Years

Dornier Seawings has acquired the Flywhale Aircraft Project from Uniplanes GmbH as of Jan. 1, 2022The acquisition of Dornier Seawings includes the entire intellectual property and production assets (design data, drawings, manuals etc. as well as all toolings and moulds required for serial production). The Flywhale FW650 is a two-seat amphibious light sports aircraft fully made of composite materials, and featuring similar design principals to the current main product of Dornier Seawings, the Dornier Seastar CD2. “The Flywhale fits very well into our product portfolio given its flying boat configuration and proven design features such as corrosion-free composites, high wings and engine as well as sponsons,” said Amy Pan, CEO of Dornier Seawings. “Our mis-

sion is to revive the Dornier flying boat tradition with advanced technology to provide our customers with the unique experience of superior mobility that combines water, land and air operation. We are convinced that the Flywhale, as the first scion of the Seastar family, will not only contribute to value creation, but also unleash its potential as an unlimited platform for smart technological innovation in the AAM* segment.” (*Synonym for: Advanced Air Mobility, Flying Taxi, etc.) “I am enthusiastic about Dornier Seawings’ decision to acquire the Flywhale project. The powerful background of Dornier will strengthen the market position and make the Flywhale part of the Dornier family, which takes it to a long history of flying boats. After having stabilized the production in the

past this will be the right step to distribute this successful product all over the world. I am convinced that the Dornier legacy and financial power will give the project a bright future,” stated Sören Pedersen, CEO of Uniplanes GmbH. In the years to come, the Flywhale will not just feature the most modern systems and unrivalled performance specs within its segment but be produced and sold worldwide with the name DS-2C by Dornier Seawings. Besides the core project DS-2C, Dornier Seawings will use this aircraft as a research platform to enter the ‘advanced air mobility’ segment and to present the DS-2C-X-eVTOL, the world’s first amphibious eVTOL jet. Dornier Seawings is expected to announce a number of important details

Alidaunia, a premier aviation company headquartered in Foggia, Italy, announced its helicopter operations and training company have both reached Stage 3 registration for the International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations (IS-BAO™). The IS-BAO is developed by the International Business Aviation Council (IBAC) and its member associations and is a recommended voluntary code of best practices designed to help flight operations (fixed- and rotor-wing) achieve high levels of safety and professionalism in their operations around the world. ISBAO is a safety standard recognized by the International Civil Aviation

Organization (ICAO), Doc 10004, Global Safety Plan. The Stage 3 level verifies that safety management activities are fully integrated into the operator’s business and that a positive safety culture is being sustained. Alidaunia operates both rotor and fixed-wing aircraft for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and air ambulance, line scheduled flights, oil and gas, and civil protection services contracted by several public administrations in different regions of Italy and abroad. Alidaunia is also Leonardo Helicopters Division Excellent Service Centre and Designated Engine Maintenance Facility for Pratt & Whitney.

“The entire Alidaunia organization should be very proud of this Stage 3 achievement,” commented Andrew Karas, Director of IS-BAO. “Alidaunia is an impressive example of how IS-BAO, a voluntary standard, can be integrated across the operation and become a part of the safety culture.” “We are very excited to have reached this level in both our operation and our training organization. It is truly a testament to our team’s commitment to safety and to a strong safety culture for our operation,” stated Vincenzo Pucillo, FOM of Alidaunia. “We are proud to advance our business to IS-BAO Stage 3 and share this achievement of profession-

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Dornier Seawings has acquired the Flywhale aircraft project from Uniplanes GmbH. (Courtesy Dornier) on the DS-2C and ‘advanced air mobility’ research program in the upcoming months to further reinforce their visionary ‘unlimited runways’-approach by offering economical and environmentally friendly products. Learn more at dornierseawings.com.

ITALIAN HELICOPTER OPERATOR ALIDAUNIA S.R.L. AND ITS TRAINING DIVISION ACHIEVE IS-BAO STAGE 3 REGISTRATION

Sun ‘n Fun’s 9th Annual Mayor’s Breakfast

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team in the U.S. Military. • Great Lakes Drone Company will dazzle us with their light show during the Night Airshows. • Restored Doc B-29 Superfortress will be displayed on the ramp. Make sure you check it out. Rides will be available for a fee. Settle in because just as you begin to feel the freedom and friendliness of the skies, talented performers will prove the sky truly has no limits, providing an energetic adrenaline rush found nowhere

else! Expect a packed schedule throughout six days that will get you excited about aviation! Learn something new at an aviation-focused educational forum, attend one of our workshops and learn aircraft building techniques from the experts. Visit more than 500 exhibitors selling the industry’s latest aviation products and services and stroll through acres of military, vintage, warbird and homebuilt aircraft. Don’t forget to visit Paradise City while you are at Sun ‘n Fun. From the very beginning of your

Alidaunia announced its helicopter operations and training company have both reached Stage 3 registration for IS-BAO. (Courtesy Alidaunia)

alism with our clients and colleagues.” To learn more go to www.alid aunia.it.

Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo experience, Sun ‘n Fun officials are available to help make it a memorable one, every step of the way! Follow them on social media and subscribe to their newsletter to get the latest info about #snf22. Get your tickets now at https://flysnf.org/aerospace-expo/ticketinformation/. For general information about the event, go to flysnf.org.

THE ‘SPIRIT OF INNOVATION’ OFFICIALLY BREAKS SPEED RECORD BECOMES THE WORLD’S FASTEST ALL-ELECTRIC VEHICLE

February 2022

Officials at Rolls Royce announced that their all-electric Spirit of Innovation aircraft is officially the world’s fastest allelectric aircraft, having set two new world records, which have now been independently confirmed. At 15.45 (GMT) on Nov. 16, 2021, the aircraft reached a top speed of 555.9 km/h (345.4 mph) over 3 kilometres, smashing the existing record by 213.04 km/h (132mph). In further runs at the UK Ministry of Defence’s Boscombe Down experimental aircraft testing site, the aircraft achieved 532.1km/h (330 mph) over 15 kilometres – 292.8km/h (182 mph) faster than the previous record. Both records have been officially verified by the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI), the World Air Sports Federation that controls and certifies world aeronautical and astronautical records. During its record-breaking runs, the aircraft, which is part of the UK Government-backed ACCEL or ‘Accelerating the Electrification of Flight’ project, also clocked up a maximum top speed of 623km/h (387.4mph) making it the world’s fastest all-electric vehicle. Warren East, CEO, Rolls-Royce, said: “Achieving the all-electric worldspeed record is a fantastic achievement for the ACCEL team and Rolls-Royce. I would like to thank our partners and especially aviation start-up Electroflight, for their collaboration in achieving this pioneering breakthrough. The advanced battery and propulsion technology developed for this program has exciting applications for the Advanced Air Mobility market. This is another milestone that will help make ‘jet zero’ a reality and supports our ambitions to deliver the technology breakthroughs society needs to decarbonize transport across air, land and sea.” Half of the ACCEL project’s funding is provided by the Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI), in partnership with the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy and Innovate UK. Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng said: “Rolls-Royce’s revolutionary Spirit of Innovation aircraft is yet more proof of the UK’s enviable credentials when it comes to innovation. This record will show the potential of electric flight and help to unlock the technologies that could make it part of everyday life. The government is proud to back projects like this to leverage the private investment necessary to unlock cleaner, greener aircraft which will allow people to fly as they do now, but in a way that cuts emissions.” Gary Elliott, CEO of the Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI), said: “The

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ACCEL project demonstrates that strategic investment in UK technology and innovation can achieve extraordinary world-beating results, and sets us firmly on the path to decarbonizing passenger flight in the future. This achievement of Rolls-Royce, Electroflight and YASA will resonate for many years to come and inspire the next generation of aerospace engineers. They deserve their place in the record books and the ATI is proud to have played our part in that. Congratulations to the whole team.” The aircraft was propelled on its record-breaking runs by 400kW (500+hp) electric powertrain and the most power-dense propulsion battery pack ever assembled in aerospace. “We worked in partnership with aviation energy storage start-up Electroflight and automotive powertrain supplier YASA. As well as a stunning technical achievement, the project and world record runs provided important data for our future electric power and propulsion systems for all-electric urban air mobility (UAM) and hybrid-electric commuter aircraft. The characteristics that ‘airtaxis’ require from batteries, for instance, are very similar to what was developed for the Spirit of Innovation,’ said East. Rolls-Royce has an incredible history of flying speed record attempts and breaking records, dating back to the Schneider Trophies of the early 1930’s. The speed achieved by test pilot and Rolls-Royce Director of Flight Operations Phill O’Dell in the Spirit of Innovation was more than 213.04 km/h (132 mph) faster than the previous record set by the Siemens eAircraft powered Extra 330 LE Aerobatic aircraft in 2017. Never before in the history of the World Air Sports Federation (FAI) record attempts has there been such a significant increase in speed over such a short timeframe, highlighting the rapid pace at which the electrification of aerospace is advancing. Electroflight Pilot Steve Jones flew the Spirit of Innovation aircraft for the 15km record run. Phill O’Dell said: “Breaking the world-record for all-electric flight is a momentous occasion. This is the highlight of my career and is an incredible achievement for whole team. The opportunity to be at the forefront of another pioneering chapter of Rolls-Royce’s story, as we look to deliver the future of aviation, is what dreams are made of.” All three organizations involved in the ‘Spirit of Innovation’ – Rolls-Royce, Electroflight and YASA – share a passion for innovation and through the development process we have learned from the motorsport

background of both our partners and from Electroflight’s pace as a start-up. “We have also shared our aerospace expertise, including the rigorous safety and testing methods needed by the civil aviation industry. This combination has helped turn a concept into a world record breaker,” noted East. Stjohn Youngman, Managing Director of Electroflight, said, “We are delighted to have played an integral role in this landmark project. Its success is a fitting tribute to the dedication and innovation of the Electroflight team and our suppliers. Developing the propulsion and battery system, in collaboration with experienced program partners, has resulted in a world class engineering capability that will lead the way towards the decarbonization of air travel. Our next step is to adapt this pioneering technology so it can be applied across the wider aerospace industry to deliver a more sustainable way to fly.” Dr. Tim Woolmer, YASA’s Chief Technology Officer and Founder said, “Electric flight is set to be as transformative for mobility as the jet engine was 70 years ago. It’s thrilling to see our ultra-high performance, super-low weight electric motors powering the Spirit of Innovation to these great speeds, and to know that collab-

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orative projects like ACCEL take us one step closer to emissions-free electric flight becoming a commercial reality for all.” The ACCEL program has also been supported by two further great British pioneers, Jaguar Land Rover, who have loaned all-electric zero emission Jaguar IPACE cars as towing and support vehicles; and Bremont, the luxury watchmaker, who were the official timing partner for the record attempt. The aircraft took off from the MoD’s Boscombe Down site, which is managed by QinetiQ and flew profiles according to the FAI guidelines for record attempts in the Powered Aeroplane C-1C Electric class. “Our involvement in the ACCEL project is just one of the ways in which we are looking to make aviation more sustainable. In June last year, we announced our pathway to net zero carbon emissions – a year on from joining the UN Race to Zero campaign,” said Woolmer. The third record of our all-electric aircraft for the fastest time to climb to 3,000 meters in a time of 202 seconds, breaking the current record by 60 seconds, is still going through the verification process. To learn more, visit Rolls Royce at roll-royce.com.

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2021 YOU CAN FLY CHALLENGE A RESOUNDING SUCCESS In Flight USA Celebrating 38 Years

By Eric Blinderman AOPA

February 2022

Thousands of Donors Help Fund Important AOPA Programs

OPA members and the general aviation community are a benevolent group, and they stepped up in a major way in 2021. And for all the pilots, students, teachers, and instructors who will directly benefit from this generosity – a huge thank you! Nowhere has this been more evident than in the recently concluded – and very successful – 2021 You Can Fly Challenge. During the challenge’s window between June 1 and Dec. 31, all donations to the AOPA Foundation made in support of the You Can Fly program were matched, dollar for dollar up to $2.5 mil-

lion, by the Ray Foundation. AOPA members stepped up and raised more than $3.5 million for the You Can Fly program during the 2021 You Can Fly Challenge! That figure comprised nearly 4,500 unique donations to the foundation. When combined with the matching grant from the Ray Foundation, more than $6 million was raised to get – and keep – more pilots flying. “Wow. What a year. I could not be more grateful to our community than I am right now,” said Elizabeth Tennyson, senior vice president of the AOPA Foundation and You Can Fly. “We were just blown away by the incredible support and because of that, our programs to get

more pilots in the skies – and safely keep them there – can continue to reach tens of thousands of current and future aviators.” The late James C. Ray was a World War II veteran and a member of the AOPA President’s Council who “believed that life skills are learned through aviation.” As a reminder, the AOPA Foundation’s You Can Fly program comprises four important initiatives: High School Aviation STEM Curriculum, Flight Training, Flying Clubs, and Rusty Pilots. With the 2021 You Can Fly Challenge behind us, the need to support important AOPA programs that member dues do not cover goes on. Learn about more ways you can donate (https://foun

acclaimed rover program, describing the development, technologies, mission histories, and achievements of the rovers Sojourner, Opportunity, Spirit, and Curiosity – all on the 25th anniversary of their first landing. This awe-inspiring book features: • An engaging and complete history of Mars exploration • A treasure trove of imagery from the NASA archives, including photos and cartography beamed home, artworks and concept drawings created during development phases, as well as photography created to document testing phases • A glimpse of future plans for Mars exploration and habitation • Coverage of orbiters sent to the red planet by not only NASA but by space agencies from Russia, India, Japan, Europe, China, and the UAE • A two-sided 24-inch gatefold

about science and the history of space and technology for a wide variety of publishers worldwide, along with undertaking major projects for the media departments at NASA and the European Space Agency (ESA). The author of Quarto’s Moonshots, The Art of NASA, NASA Space Shuttle: 40th Anniversary, and other titles, Bizony also worked closely with the family of Stanley Kubrick, in conjunction with Warner Bros. and fine art publishers Taschen on a large-format book about the making of 2001: A Space Odyssey. Publishing March 29, 2022 by Motorbooks, the hardcover, 196 pages with 200 color photos sells for $50 U.S., $65 CAN. ( ISBN: 978-0-7603-7314-9) To learn more, visit Quarto Group, Inc. at www.quarto.com.

NEW BOOK: NASA MISSIONS

NASA Missions to Mars: A Visual History of Our Quest to Explore the Red Planet by Piers Bizony will be available March 29, 2022.

The Red Planet is red hot – last February’s NASA footage of the landing of rover Perseverance accumulated 21M YouTube views in just a few weeks – and interest in exploring Mars has never been higher. NASA Missions To Mars by Piers Bizony (March 29, 2022, Motorbooks) tells the story of NASA’s programs to explore the Red Planet – from the first tentative flybys to the present – and offers a glimpse into the future of Mars exploration. Space exploration has always pushed boundaries, but perhaps the achievement that has most piqued a sense of possibility has been the exploration of Mars. Beginning with Soviet and American flybys in the early 1960s that were part and parcel of the Space Race, acclaimed space historian Piers Bizony continues through complete coverage of the Viking 1 and 2 missions of 19751976. Bizony also traces NASA’s

NASA Missions to Mars offers a complete illustrated history of those efforts and a necessary volume for the bookshelf of any space enthusiast. Author Piers Bizony has written

MOJAVE AIR

Mojave Air and Space Port in Mojave, Calif., is in the process of changing its name to Mojave Air and Space Port at Rutan Field in honor of the aerospace accomplishments of Burt and Dick Rutan. On Jan. 18, at their regular board of director’s meeting, the officers unanimously approved a resolution to rename

dation.aopa.org) to the AOPA Foundation. Learn more about AOPA at www.aopa.org.

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AND SPACE PORT RENAMES TO HONOR RUTAN BROTHERS

the airfield. An ad hoc committee was formed to consider the redesigning of the current logo to include the Rutan name. The transition will occur over several months, beginning with the logo change. Former employees of Rutan companies suggested adding the Rutan name more than three years ago. Mojave Air and Space Port is the

All donations to the AOPA Foundation made in support of the You Can Fly program were matched, dollar for dollar up to $2.5 million, by the Ray Foundation. (Mike Fizer/AOPA)

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home airport for the Rutans. Due to their efforts, more than 60 unique experimen-

National Aviation Hall of Fame enshrinees Lt. Col.(Ret.)Dick Rutan and Burt Rutan view items that Dick Rutan donated to the National Museum of the USAF after his service as an F-100 pilot in the Southeast Asia War. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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AEROLEDS, LLC ANNOUNCES PART 29 FAA-STC APPROVAL IN PARTNERSHIP WITH STERLING HELICOPTER

February 2022

AeroLEDs, LLC announced on Jan. 20 FAA-STC approval for the SunSpot 36 and 46 Series LED Landing and Taxi lights on various Sikorsky Models, adding to their already expansive list of FAA certifications. This STC is available exclusively through Sterling Helicopter, enabling owners of rotorcraft covered under this STC to immediately upgrade to the highest performing LED technology on the market today. “These new LED lights far outperform what is currently offered on the Sikorsky S-76 series helicopters, increasing lamp life, night flight visibility and terrain awareness,” said Edward Allen, Director of Engineering, Sterling Helicopter. Many pilots worldwide have already benefited from this upgrade as AeroLEDs Landing, Taxi and Recognition lighting products are already FAA and EASA approved for thousands of applications. The SunSpot Series Landing and Taxi lights feature the same state-of-the art design and construction that has been the AeroLEDs hallmark for over 15 years– less drag, less draw, more lumens output (total light output) and are vibration and shock resistant making them unaffected by adverse environmental conditions. These attributes make the SunSpot ideal for use in Experimental, Certified, Commercial, ARFF, and Military aircraft.

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“When we last reviewed LEDs four years ago, we recommended the AeroLEDs Sunspot as the top pick and we’re repeating that advice,” states The Aviation Consumer, 2019. “Also worth considering are the LED models that include flashing wig-wag functions. Always-on lamps greatly enhance daytime conspicuity and wig-wags help further.” Sunspot Series LED Landing and Taxi lights can be seen from up to 30 miles away and can be left on in all phases of flight as they draw 40 percent less power, significantly reducing the electrical load on the aircraft battery and alternator/generator system. They also maintain their full light output even at low engine RPM, which is critical for landing configuration. These LEDs do not interfere with NVG equipment and are available with integrated pulse for optimum visibility during extreme operating condiContinued on Page 46

Mojave Air and Space Port Continued from Page 44 tal aircraft made their first flights there, during one 20-year-period; there was an average of a first flight of a new manned research type every eight-and-a-half months; and the Rutan Aircraft Factory and Scaled Composites (the Rutans’ company) employed thousands of individuals and encouraged and supported every type of research, design and piloting for aviation and space exploration. Among their accomplishments, the Voyager made the first non-stop flight around the world, SpaceShipOne was the first privately funded spacecraft to enter space, and dozens of aircraft designs, including the Long-EZ and Beech Starship were created by the Rutans’ and developed at the Mojave airport. Among their many honors, the Rutan brothers were enshrined into the National Aviation Hall of Fame; Burt in 1995 and Dick in 2002. To read their full

Mojave Air and Space Port is the home airport for the Rutans and will soon bear their name as the Mojave Air and Space Port Rutan Field. (Courtesy Mojave Air and Space Port)

biographies, visit www.nationalavia tion.org. To learn more about the Mojave Air & Space Port at Rutan Field, visit www.mojaveairport.com

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OODIES AND ADGETS

In Flight USA Celebrating 38 Years

February 2022

One of the truly great things about being an aviation buff is the number of “Goodies and Gadgets” available to play with. Here In Flight USA has collected a few new ones worthy of your consideration.

Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Co. has been the supplier that aircraft builders, owners, pilots, and aviation businesses have depended on since 1965. They carry a wide selection of aircraft parts, building materials, avionics, and pilot supplies, all of which are offered on their website (www.aircraftspruce.com) and in the famous Aircraft Spruce catalog, now over 1,000-pages available for download or for free in print. You can depend on Aircraft Spruce for prompt shipping and competitive pricing on all orders, even through the holiday season.

ebruary is often thought of as the month for romance! And, to that end, there is no better romance than with the sky, whether solo or with your favorite person, or even critter! While you’re enjoying all that flying has to offer, Aircraft Spruce has your back in terms of safety and fun. Here are some thoughts on the matter.

Stadia AGL LIDAR Landing Altimeter

Stadia is an AGL altimeter landing aid that uses LIDAR to measure the aircraft’s height above ground with incredible precision. Stadia connects to the pilot’s smartphone via Bluetooth and alerts the pilot to their altitude with audible cues. Stadia has a maximum altitude of 130 feet, and a rechargeable battery life of up to 12 hours. Per the manufacturer, “Because Stadia is considered a temporary attachment, it is not subject to FAA regulatory purview.” Aircraft Spruce is selling the models A, B and L for $545 each.

HangarBot Door Controller – Smart Hangar Monitoring & Management System

Want to open and close your hangar door from the cockpit, runway, or anywhere in the world right from your smartphone? When paired with your Hub Base

Station the Door Controller is both convenient and a time saver. Using your HangarBot Mobile App, you’ll have complete remote control of your hangar door. Designed by a pilot for pilots, with HangarBot’s Door Controller, you can now manage and monitor your flying experience in ways not previously possible with one simple app. Each door controller system is custom-made to the specifications of your hangar door. The system is compatible with nearly all electric and hydraulic industrial doors with both momentary and continuous hold models as well. Enjoy the convenience of opening and closing your hangar door from the cockpit with your HangarBot Door Controller! Remember, your HangarBot Door Controller Kit is as unique as you are and therefore cannot be shipped until we receive some information regarding your hangar door. Please contact HangarBot Support at +1(727)-900-6911 after purchasing the unit from Aircraft Spruce to go over customization for your specific hangar door. Please note, this product is not compatible with a manual latch hangar door. The HangarBot Door Controller sells for $399. Aircraft Spruce carries a variety of other HangarBot items, including preheating engine solutions, monitoring and security camera systems.

uAvionix AV-30-C Primary Flight Display – Certified

“Retro-Fit” your cockpit with a dig-

ital upgrade. Upgrade your legacy vacuumdriven instrument to digital precision attitude and directional gyro customizable display. Install two AV-30-C displays, one configured as an Attitude Indicator, and the other as a Directional Gyro to replace your outdated problem-prone vacuum system. Keep Your Panel and Upgrade Your View AV-30-C blends into your existing panel seamlessly. By mounting from behind, it preserves the original look and eliminates the need for cutting or replacing your panel. The uAvionix AV-30-C certified primary flight display sells for $1,195.

AVI Survival Products U900 FAA-TSO Life Preserver

The AVI Life Preserver is for use during emergency egress from the aircraft. The AVI Survival Products U900 Life Vest is approved under FAA TSO (TSO-C13g). It’s certified for both adults and children over 35 pounds. The life preserver has an open collar design for ease of donning and should be placed over the neck and shoulders. The U900 Life Vest features adjustable waist straps with a single attachment and adjustment point for a perfect fit. The inflation of the life preserver can be accomplished via the

installed CO2 Cylinder or the Manual Oral Valve. A water-activated Locator Light is installed for visibility in low light conditions. The U900 Life Preserver has a 10year interval of inspection. Customizable pack sizes are available to accommodate aircraft stowage locations. This unit sells for $52.80.

Fun Items for Valentine’s Day

Aircraft Spruce has a large variety of useful and fun items for those wanting to celebrate Valentine’s Day with a gift. T-shirts range from all sizes and colors to favorite themes, including the Boeing B-17 in flight, the Red Canoe North American Mustang, the American Thunder II and “I’d Rather Be Building a Plane” shirt. Prices vary but most average around $20. The Aircraft Spruce cap is a heavyweight 100 percent brushed cotton hat that’s perfect for aviators. Low profile cap has “Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Co.” stitched on front panel. A great looking, top quality cap! Flexfit L/XL, one size fits all. Available in black or navy blue. For all your pilot and aviationthemed gift items, visit Aircraft Spruce at www.aircraftspurce.com.

AeroLEDs, LLC Announces Part 29 FAA-STC Approval

Continued from Page 45 tions, negating the need and extra weight/cost of external pulse light boxes.

Availability

This STC was driven by customer feedback and is part of AeroLEDs’ commitment to deliver the safest LED lighting solutions to pilots of every aircraft.

STC# SR02727SE is in effect immediately and documentation can be downloaded from AeroLEDs’ website: www.aeroleds.com. Aircraft listed on this STC include but are not limited to the following: Sikorsky – S-76A, S-76B, S-76C, S-76D. All S-76 models produced to date are included. Since 1984, Sterling Helicopter has

been providing their customers with quality service at their FAA approved Part 145 repair station which is capable and authorized to perform the highest quality professional helicopter services locally, nationally, and internationally. Sterling Helicopter services Airbus, Bell, Sikorsky, Leonardo, and MD helicopters. Sterling Helicopter is committed to the safety of their customers and plans to add

additional Rotorcraft Models to this STC in the very near future - next on the list is the Leonardo AW139. For more information on AeroLEDs: www.AeroLEDs.com. For more information on Sterling Helicopter: www.SterlingHelicopter.com.

WINGS OVER NORTH GEORGIA AIRSHOW CONTINUES TO DRAW HUGE CROWDS

February 2022

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he ninth annual Wings over North Georgia was held last fall at the Richard B. Russell Regional Airport located in Rome, Georgia. The organizers of the show used a hybrid format by offering drive-in spaces with tailgate-style viewing and a hilltop area with patio club seating. The event was completely sold out for Saturday’s show and near capacity for Sunday. Headlining the airshow was the United States Navy’s Blue Angels Demonstration Team. The Blue Angels are celebrating 75 years of flight demonstrations. The Blue Angel’s performed their first show June 15, 1946 at Craig Field Naval Station (NAS) Jacksonville. The team adopted the name Blue Angels and flew the Grumman F6F “Hellcat” in that first show. The Blue Angels transitioned from their F/A-18C Legacy Hornets to the larger and more powerful F/A-18E Super Hornets for the 2021 season. The team flew both days of the show, but Saturday’s show was shortened due to weather. The mission of the Blue Angels is to recruit for the Navy and Marines by showcasing the pride and professionalism of team. Wings over North Georgia Airshow was a homecoming for several members of the Air Force’s A-10 Thunderbolt II Demonstration Team, including the team demonstration pilot Captain Haden “Gator” Fullam. He explains, “I grew up in Rising Fawn, Georgia which is an about an hour from here, I am basically home. I have a lot of family here and a lot friends coming down to watch the show.” Capt. Fullam, who is the commander and the demonstration pilot of the A10 team, explains the mission of the team. “Our whole job is to bring the A-10 around to airshows all around the country to show the full combat capability of the airplane. In the demonstration you will see how fast and slow the airplane will go and how tight it will turn. We will do a full aerobatic demonstration.” The weather in North Georgia was overcast and at times there was light rain, but the team was prepared for any type of weather. Fullam said, “I have three different profiles that I can fly depending on the ceilings. We can fly a high, low or flat show. The weather here lends itself to a flat show, so basically none of the overthe-top maneuvers. It will be all flat rolling maneuvers, but you will see the

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U.S. Navy Blue Angel team members get a closeup look at CDR Ben Walborn takeoff in his F/A-18E Super Hornet at Friday’s morning practice for the ninth annual Wings over North Georgia Airshow. (Mike Heilman)

speed and the rolling capability of the A10. Honestly a lot of folks get excited about the flat show because you are ripping around below the clouds and you will see a lot of vapor off the airplane and its typically a lot louder.” This is Capt. Fullam’s first year as the demonstration pilot for the team and he commented on the uniqueness of flying at airshows. “I get to do some really exciting stuff. Taking one of these jets to airshows is such a unique thing, it is so far from what you do in an operational squadron in the Air Force. It is a big learning curve, but a fun one. I have got to do a ton of cool stuff. I get to fly in formation with warbirds all the time. There is no other opportunity like this in the Air Force.” Capt. Fullam also got to experience a flight with the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds. “I got to experience a backseat ride with the Thunderbirds a few weeks ago. That was a childhood dream come true. That was pretty cool because I got to fly in the slot with the Thunderbirds diamond. That was super cool.” The A-10 Demo Team is part of the 355th Tactical Fighter Wing based at DavisMonthan Air Force Base in Tucson, Ariz. The A-10 Thunderbolt II is affectively known as the Warthog by its pilots and Continued on Page 49

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Continued from Page 47 ground crews. The team’s Safety Observer Capt. Sky “Comet” Lash explains why he loves flying the A-10. “As a kid this was the first model plane that I ever built. I thought that I would get to fly it, but it was a dream to fly it. As I was going through college and flight training, the A-10s were still around and I got the opportunity to get the jet.” Flying the A-10 for Capt. Lash has a deeper meaning with the jet’s primary mission, which is supporting the troops on the ground, as he explains. “My best friend is a Navy SEAL, my brother is an Army Ranger and I have another friend that is a RECON Marine. I thought what’s the one aircraft is I could get that would help support my friends and family. The “Hog” was on the list as number one, I was able to grab it and have been flying it ever since.” The United Air Force C-17 Globemaster III Demonstration Team performed at both days of the airshow. The West Coast Demo Team is from Joint Base Lewis-McCord AFB, Wash. and showed the spectators the flexibility and maneuverability of the newest Air Force cargo aircraft. The C-17 has a max takeoff weight of 585,000 pounds. An Air Force C-130 from the 94th Airlift Wing based at Dobbins, Air Reserve Base, Georgia, demonstrated an air drop from the units C-130 “Hercules” at the show. The C-130 crew dropped simulated cargo on the airport runway to show some of the aircraft’s capabilities. The C-130 is a prime transport for airdropping troops and equipment almost anywhere in the world. The U.S. Army Special Operations Command “Black Daggers” Parachute Team performed at the Wings over North Georgia Show. The team was only able to jump on Sunday due to low clouds at Saturday’s event. Scott “Scooter” Yoak performed in his World War II P-51D Mustang known as “Quick Silver.” Yoak’s Mustang is made from parts from other Mustangs found all over the world. The civilian portion of the Wings over North Georgia Airshow was a “who’s who” in the airshow industry. Headlining the civilian portion of the airshow were legends Michael Goulian in his Extra 330SC and Mike Wiskus in his S-1-11B Pitts. The two performers flew high-energy routines both days of the show. The 2021 season was Mike Wiskus’ last and he will retire from performing at airshows. Mike will truly be missed. Michael Goulian is an aerobatic pilot but has also been a race pilot on the Red Bull Air Racing circuit. One of Goulian’s fondest memories was winning an air race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, home of the Indianapolis 500. Goulian comments, “In 2018, which was the second to

year we did the air racing, we had a really great year. We won at Indianapolis, which was a really memorable weekend. “I am a motor sports fan and to know that you have a very tiny sliver of history in the Indy Motor Speedway is amazing. I went back the following year and behind the winner’s circle is a list of every winner that has been at Indianapolis and there is your name written in there in 2018. It is amongst the greats that have been there – A.J. Foyt and Mario Andretti. It’s pretty special to know that your name will be up there forever,” said Goulian. Scott Farnsworth from QYON Aero Sports Racing Team performed an aerobatic routine in his modified L39 jet. The L39 is also used as an air racer in Reno. Airshow veteran pilot Greg Koontz performed in Xtreme Super Decathlon at the show. Jerry “Jive” Kerby flew a demonstration in his 1950’s era North American Aviation T-28 “Trojan.” Airshow spectators had the opportunity to experience flying in a Vietnam era UH-1 Huey. Friends of Army Aviation conducted orientation flights at the show for a fee. The Wings Over North Georgia is produced by John Cowman, President of JLC AirShow Management. The show has been growing in popularity since the first show in 2012. In a recent USA Today poll, Wings over North Georgia Airshow was voted as the number seven fan favorite show in the world. It is not only a favorite of fans, but performers think it’s pretty special as well, according to performer Goulian. “John Cowman is one of the bright spots in our industry, who is the promoter of this show. John comes from the military and is in love with airshows in Georgia. He is pushing hard to do great things. There needs to be people who want to do different things in the airshow business and John has been trying to find the right formula for years. I am a big fan for what he has done so far, so for me to come to Rome every year is a great thing because he is pushing really hard for the airshow business.” The two- day event drew an estimated crowd of more than 30,000 spectators. The weather on Saturday was not the usual pleasant fall weather for the show with rain and clouds, but that did not deter the crowds from showing up. The weather did improve for Sunday’s show. The use of the drive-in format with the tailgating was a huge draw for the show and added to the unique experience of the Wings over North Georgia show. Organizers of Wings over North Georgia Airshow are planning for the tenth annual show Oct. 15-16 of 2022. Learn more on the Wings Over North Georgia website: www.wingsovernorthgeorgia.com.

Michael Goulian in his Extra 330SC taxis in after performing at Saturday’s Wings over North Georgia Airshow. (Mike Heilman)

Airshow legend Michael Wiskus waves to the crowd after performing at Saturday’s Wings over North Georgia Airshow. (Mike Heilman)

The United Air Force C-17 Globemaster III Demonstration Team takes off to perform at Friday’s practice Wing over North Georgia Airshow. (Mike Heilman)

Air Force A-10 Demonstration Pilot Captain Haden “Gator” Fullam lands at the 2021 Wings over North Georgia Airshow. (Mike Heilman)

The BlueAngels as seen from a Friends of Army Aviation UH-1 Huey. The organization provide flights for airshow spectators for a fee. (Mike Heilman)

Jerry “Jive” Kerby taxing out to perform a demonstration in his 1950’s era North American Aviation T-28 “Trojan” (Mike Heilman)

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