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CAF Announces New VP Of Development For CAF Foundation 16/05/2012 Newest Member Spent 24 Years With The EAA Following an extensive nation-wide search, the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) is excited to announce that Steven L. Buss of Oshkosh, Wis., will be joining the International Headquarters team in Midland/Odessa, Texas, as Vice President of Development for the CAF Foundation. FAA Steps Up Enforcement Of Laser Penalties 16/05/2012 The Number Of Laser Incidents Rose In 2011 The FAA has directed its investigators and staff to pursue stiffer penalties for individuals who purposefully point laser devices at aircraft. “Shining a laser at an airplane is not a laughing matter. It’s dangerous for both pilots and passengers, and we will not tolerate it,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood. “We will pursue the toughest penalties against anyone caught putting the safety of the flying public at risk Classic Aero-TV: Teacher's Day At Oshkosh -- Inspiring Students Through Aviation 16/05/2012 The Heck With The Apples, An Airplane Lesson A Day.... Over 200 teachers from as far as Chevak, Alaska came to the Founders Wing at the EAA AirVenture Museum to attend an event called “Teachers Day”. The event is intended to inspire educators to appreciate the value of aviation as an education tool and provide examples of resources that can be brought to the classroom. Teachers at all grade levels (K-12) from across the United States were invited to participate at no charge. "We are XCOR Aerospace Announces Lynx Suborbital Flight Winner 16/05/2012 Jennifer Brisco Will Fly Aboard A Lynx Spacecraft The grand prize winner of a contest sponsored by XCOR Aerospace is Jennifer Brisco, who lives in the San Francisco Bay area of California Jennifer has won a trip aboard the Lynx Mark I suborbital launch vehicle. FAA Issues Emergency AD For Some EC135 Models 16/05/2012 EASA Reports Cracks In Hub-Shaft Flanges On Three Aircraft The FAA has issued an Emergency AD (EAD 2012-10-51) for Eurocopter Deutschland GmbH (ECD) Model EC135 P1, EC135 P2, EC135 P2+,EC135 T1, EC135 T2, and EC135 T2+ helicopters. Senator Inquiring Into Google Use Of Gov�t Facility 16/05/2012 Internet Giant Bases Its Aircraft At Moffett Airfield Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) wants to find out if Google is getting a sweetheart deal on its lease of an airfield operated by NASA. The senator inquired about “troubling allegations” regarding the small fleet of aircraft owned by Google that are based at Moffett Airfield in California, a former Naval Air Station now operated by NASA. By Every Measure, EBACE2012 A Strong Show 16/05/2012 Over 12,500 Attendees From 99 Countries Visited Geneva For The Event Organizers of the 12th Annual European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE2012) said Wednesday that the show concluded as one of the strongest EBACE events yet, demonstrating its value even amidst a challenging European economy. FAA Says Whistle Blower Response Improving 16/05/2012 Agency Speeding Up Complaint Investigations FAA Acting Administrator Michael Huerta has responded to allegations that his agency ignored or took years to respond to safety concerns raised by employees. He cites as evidence the FAA's 2009 creation of a separate office to respond to whistle-blower complaints. Police Searching For Aircraft Laser Attack Perpetrators 16/05/2012 Two Incidents Occurred Within Minutes Utah police are looking for suspects after green lasers were pointed at two airborne aircraft landing at Salt Lake City International Airport last week. USA Today reports the first incident involved a Southwest Boeing 737 flying at 9,500 feet above the ground, while the second incident involved a Lear jet at 6,000 feet about twelve minutes later. NC DOT Awards Grants To GA Airports 16/05/2012 Funds Can Be Used For A Wide Range Of Projects The NC Division of Aviation has awarded $9,639,270 for Vision 100 funds from the FAA to several general aviation airports across the state. Airports can use the funds for general airfield improvements, runway safety, runway extensions or even build a new terminal. Approved Model List Extended For Avidyne MLX770 16/05/2012 Amended STC Approval Adds Pilatus And Diamond Aircraft Plus The Addition Of Avidyne’s Newest EX600 MFD As An Approved Display The FAA has granted an amended STC to Avidyne for the MLX770 two-way worldwide Iridium datalink transceiver, which extends its approved model list (AML) to include Pilatus and Diamond aircraft. This amended STC also adds the EX600 multi-function display (MFD) as an approved display. Collings Foundation To Feature Me 262 Replica At Moffett Field 16/05/2012 Part Of The 'Wings Of Freedom' Tour Visiting Mountain View, CA The Collings Foundation will display a replica of WWII's only operational jet fighter, the Me 262, during the "Wings of Freedom" tour stop at Moffett Federal Airfield in Mountain View, CA, May 18th-26th. Along with "White 1", the display will feature a collection of rare WWII aircraft, including the Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress “Nine O Nine” WWII Heavy Bomber, Consolidated B-24 Liberator “Witchcraft” WWII Heavy American Airlines Agents Press NMB To Move Forward On Union Election 16/05/2012 More Than 23,000 Agents And Supporters Sign Petition Calling On The NMB To Enforce The Law A group of American Airlines passenger service agents and supporters from the Communications Workers of America today took their case directly to the National Mediation Board’s general counsel, calling on her to move forward on the union representation election for nearly 10,000 agents. Flight Attendant Anniversary Highlights Evolution Of Profession 16/05/2012 AFA Honors First Flight Attendant Ellen Church Eight-two years ago, on May 15th, 1930, Ellen Church became the first flight attendant to be hired by an airline. In recognition of the event, Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA) International President Veda Shook issued a statement honoring the first "skygirl." SAFE Membership Elects Three Directors 16/05/2012 One Incumbent, Two New Directors Chosen The Society of Aviation and Flight Educators (SAFE) recently announced the results of its annual election to fill three seats on its nine-member Board of Directors.

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