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SpaceX Set for Bandwagon-2 Rideshare Launch from Vandenberg with 30 Satellites

The Bandwagon-2 mission, scheduled for Dec. 21 at 1134 UTC, aims to launch 30 satellites, including payloads for Sidus Space and HawkEye 360, on a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg SFB. A successful mission will mark the Falcon 9's 386th booster recovery.

2024-12-20T14:46:01.439184-08:00

GlobalAir.com

Joby Advances to Final FAA Certification Phase with Electric Air Taxi

2024-12-20T07:23:58.075148-08:00

PaxEx.Aero

FAA Certification Delays Stall Lufthansa's Allegris Business Class Seats

2024-12-20T08:08:16.289574-08:00

Flying Magazine

FAA Imposes TFRs Over New York Critical Infrastructure

2024-12-20T09:56:16.552964-08:00

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NASA Spaceflight

SpaceX Set for Bandwagon-2 Rideshare Launch from Vandenberg with 30 Satellites The Bandwagon-2 mission, scheduled for Dec. 21 at 1134 UTC, aims to launch 30 satellites, including payloads for Sidus Space and HawkEye 360, on a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg SFB. A successful mission will mark the Falcon 9's 386th booster recovery.

2024-12-20T14:46:01.439184-08:00

SpaceX Set for Bandwagon-2 Rideshare Launch from Vandenberg with 30 Satellites

Flying Magazine

FAA Imposes TFRs Over New York Critical Infrastructure Temporary flight restrictions have been enforced to secure critical infrastructure in New York and New Jersey. The measure, implemented by the FAA, aims to enhance safety and security concerns, impacting airspace access in these key regions.

2024-12-20T09:56:16.552964-08:00

FAA Imposes TFRs Over New York Critical Infrastructure

PaxEx.Aero

FAA Certification Delays Stall Lufthansa's Allegris Business Class Seats Lufthansa's Boeing 787 delivery faces setbacks due to certification issues with the Allegris business class seats. Collins Aerospace, responsible for manufacturing these seats, has confirmed that these certification challenges are causing delays in the delivery schedule.

2024-12-20T08:08:16.289574-08:00

FAA Certification Delays Stall Lufthansa's Allegris Business Class Seats

GlobalAir.com

Joby Advances to Final FAA Certification Phase with Electric Air Taxi Joby Aviation has commenced the final phase of FAA type certification for its electric air taxi. Testing included FAA pilots evaluating flight safety and human factors in a conforming flight deck simulator. This milestone moves the company closer to commercial passenger operations, targeting 2025 for flight testing.

2024-12-20T07:23:58.075148-08:00

Joby Advances to Final FAA Certification Phase with Electric Air Taxi

1819news.com

Dale Strong's SPACEPORT Act to Boost Federal Funding for Spaceports U.S. Representative Dale Strong introduced the SPACEPORT Act to secure federal funds to enhance infrastructure at U.S. spaceports, addressing commercial space transportation needs. Huntsville Airport, designated as a landing site, exemplifies potential beneficiaries of this legislation, aiming to support industry growth.

2024-12-19T11:06:40.533336-08:00

Dale Strong's SPACEPORT Act to Boost Federal Funding for Spaceports

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FAA Enforces Drone Flight Bans Over NJ and NY Critical Sites Amid escalating concerns about unauthorized drone activity, the FAA has imposed temporary flight restrictions over 22 critical infrastructure locations in New Jersey and plans similar measures in New York. Violators could face significant penalties, including potential use of deadly force if drones pose imminent security threats.

2024-12-19T09:57:07.218069-08:00

FAA Enforces Drone Flight Bans Over NJ and NY Critical Sites

Plane & Pilot

FAA Delays Medical Deferral Changes After Industry Pushback The Federal Aviation Administration will postpone its planned changes to medical deferral until March 1, 2025, following significant opposition from pilots and industry stakeholders. The deferment allows for further consultation and adjustment to address the concerns raised.

2024-12-19T09:04:04.530926-08:00

FAA Delays Medical Deferral Changes After Industry Pushback

Vertical Mag

FAA Approves 3-Year Extension for Robinson R22 and R44 Rotor Blades The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted approval for Robinson Helicopter Company to extend the service life of main and tail rotor blades for the R22 and R44 models from 12 to 15 years. This approval may provide significant maintenance cost benefits for operators.

2024-12-19T05:23:50.626137-08:00

FAA Approves 3-Year Extension for Robinson R22 and R44 Rotor Blades

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