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Skycontrol news archive for december 2005

28/12/05: First Galileo satellite on orbit to demonstrate key technologies

The first Galileo demonstrator is in orbit, marking the very first step to full operability of Europe’s new global navigation satellite system, under a partnership between ESA and the European Commission (EC) . Giove A, the first Galileo in-orbit validation element, was launched today from Baikonur, Kazakhstan, atop a Soyuz-Fregat vehicle operated by Starsem. Following a textbook lift-off at 05:19 UTC (06:19 CET), the Fregat upper stage performed a series of manoeuvres to reach a circular orbit at an altitude of 23 258 km, inclined at 56 degrees to the Equator, before safely deploying the satellite at 09:01:39 UTC (10:01:39 CET).

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28/12/05: Swedish Space Corporation (SSC) ready to serve
the European Galileo Satellites

SSC advances its entrance into the Galileo program by providing satellite services already during the Launch and Early Orbit Phase (LEOP) of the launch of GIOVE-A – the first Galileo satellite planned for launch on 28 December 2006 at 06:19 CET from Baikonur in Kazakhstan.

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27/12/05: JAL Outside Safety Advisors Issue Report

Tokyo, December 27, 2005: A special committee of outside experts established to consult and advise Japan Airlines on safety issues has presented the results of their examination and recommendations. The five-member committee was set up in August this year in response to a proposal made to JAL by the Japanese Ministry of Land Infrastructure and Transport (MLIT) on June 17, 2005.

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27/12/05: Polish Military Contingent in Air Policing Mission

On Tuesday, 27th December, at 9.00 a.m. a good bye ceremony for Polish Military Contingent „Orlik” going to Lithuania to participate in NATO „Air Policing” mission took place. Representatives of MOD, Air Force Commands well as local authorities were present.

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27/12/05: NATO reaches 1,000 relief sorties in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan – NATO Disaster Relief Team in Pakistan helicopter crews have flown more than 1,000 relief flights delivering relief aid to earthquake survivors in Pakistan’s remote Kashmir Mountains own more than since beginning flight operations here November 6.

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27/12/05: Relocation of Frankfurt Approach to Langen: Move to control centre went off without a hitch

On the night of 23 to 24 December 2005, the approach control unit for Frankfurt Airport was moved to the DFS control centre in Langen. This move took place without the pilots noticing any change.

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27/12/05: AirPlay at the Aerospace Museum of San Diego: This exhibit will blow you away!

You can’t see it and you can’t always feel it, but its movements affect our surroundings and us, all the time. It roars, whistles, ruffles and whispers. It gusts, sometimes with enormous results. It’s around us all the time. What is it? Air!

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26/12/05: Cleared for Flying the Garmin G1000

The Garmin G1000 is absolutely magical when you know how to operate it, but can turn into a dangerous nightmare if you don’t have command of its 108 knobs and buttons before you get into the air.

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26/12/05: Manchester Airport: Even more comfort to New York

For the first time British Airways is introducing the award-winning Club World flat bed as well as the premier economy cabin, World Traveller Plus, on its New York flights from Manchester. The airline is currently fitting the revolutionary products on the Boeing 767 aircraft that operates the daily direct services from Manchester.

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26/12/05: The fabulous TrackIR 4:PRO, the next generation in head tracking technology, has been released!

The TrackIR4 Pro™ is the perfect enhancement for gamers and simmers looking for a competitive edge and an enhanced virtual reality experience. Your situational awareness is dramatically increased. Imagine controlling your field of view in flight simulators, first person shooters, racing sims and many other types of games by simply looking around!

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25/12/05: Year ends on high with Eurofighter Typhoon Meteor trial
All Air-to-Air Missiles for Eurofighter flown

Hallbergmoos - A successful year for Eurofighter Typhoon development and production culminated today in the carriage of the new generation medium range air-to-air missile system, Meteor.

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24/12/05: EAA Airventure 2006: spectacular Air Shows and “up close and personal” sessions

The daily afternoon air shows at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, already regarded as the top lineup of performers in the nation each year, will even be better for audiences in 2006! The 54th annual edition of The World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration, which will be held July 24-30 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, will feature informal sessions with the top air show performers and others on the event’s showcase AeroShell Square.

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23/12/05: British Women Pilots’ Association Awards Two Scholarships
to Flying Scholarships for the Disabled

23 December 2005, Brooklands Museum, Surrey. The British Women Pilots’ Association (BWPA) announced that it has raised £16,500 in 2005, which will fund two flying scholarships for disabled women via Flying Scholarships for the Disabled (FSD). Record-breaking round the world soloist Polly Vacher received the cheque on behalf of FSD at the BWPA’s Christmas party.

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23/12/05: Columbia News: A Few Tips for Cold Weather Operations

It is that time of the year, time for cold weather in most parts of the country. We want to remind you to review your respective POH (AFM), §4 Normal Procedures, Cold Weather Operations, for a quick refresher. Here are a few pointers that may also be helpful:

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23/12/05: All six Gulfstream Service Centers to receive Federal Aviation Administration Diamond Awards for maintenance training

All six Gulfstream Aerospace Service Centers have met the criteria required to receive the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) distinguished Diamond Certificate of Excellence for 2005. Gulfstream’s six Service Centers are located in Long Beach, Calif.; Dallas, Appleton, Wis.; Savannah, Ga.; Brunswick, Ga., and in Luton, England.

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23/12/05: 23/12/2005 - EUROJET Signed 300 Million Euro In-Service Contract

MUNICH, Germany — Eurojet Turbo GmbH, the leading European military engine consortium, yesterday signed a contract with NETMA worth about 300 Million Euros for the EJ200 engine powering the Eurofighter aircraft.

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23/12/05: MRC Is The New USA Distributor For MAH Helicopter Blades

Model Rectifier Corporation is pleased to announce our new, exclusive USA distributorship for MAH, maker of Radio Control Helicopter blades. MAH manufactures the highest quality composite rotor blades and flybar paddles for radio control helicopters and is the most recognized after-market blade in the industry.

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23/12/05: TSA (Transportation Security Administration) finds security at Bandara Ngurah Rai International Airport does not meet International Standards

Washington, D.C. – The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) today announced that the Bandara Ngurah Rai International Airport in Bali, Indonesia does not meet international security standards, and the department is taking action to warn travelers of this security deficiency. Based on an assessment by a team of security experts from TSA, the Department of Homeland Security has determined that the airport does not currently maintain security measures consistent with the standards established by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).

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23/12/05: Hirobo’s Shuttle Plus .30 size Helicopter Gets an Update!

Model Rectifier Corporation is excited to announce a terrific upgrade to Hirobo’s most popular and mass produced RC model helicopter. The Shuttle Plus, receives two new design parts to make a great entry level RC helicopter even better; a new dual function SWM (CCPM) or HPM swashplate and Sceadu Evo style tail rotor case and tail pitch slider set up. This high-performance upgrade also includes a new, brighter decal for striking looks and better visibility in flight.

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23/12/05: MIA Assistance to Malta Red Cross Society

Malta International Airport presented a donation to the Malta Red Cross Society to help the organisation in providing blankets at the various centres hosting illegal immigrants. Chief Executive Officer Peter Bolech (right) said that MIA is committed to help organisations such as Red Cross whose mission is to provide humanitarian assistance wherever there is dire need.

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23/12/05: The new management of Budapest Airport has concluded a significant agreement with the trade unions on its first day in charge

New management; all the trade unions at BA Zrt. have concluded an agreement with management. The management of Budapest Airport Zrt. has appointed Chris Woodruff as the new chief executive officer of BA Zrt. The new management of Budapest Airport Zrt. will be the following:

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23/12/05: DA42 Twin Star - the new standard in flying efficiency

Just in time for Christmas, Diamond Aircraft Industries is pleased to announce EASA certification for 3 important operational extensions of the DA42 Twin Star.

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23/12/05: Panamedia puts Elite Simulator to use

Conversion training for twin turbine aircraft is one of the key uses to which a new Elite Evolution S923 FNPT (Flight and Navigation Procedures Trainer) II simulator is being put by the Panamedia Escuela de Pilotos in Mallorca.

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23/12/05: NASA Astronomes spor rare lunar meteor strike

Astronomers at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, Huntsville, Ala., have recorded a small but powerful meteoroid strike in the night on the moon’s surface. On Nov. 7, using a 10-inch-diameter telescope, astronomers recorded a tiny blip northwest of Mare Imbrium, the moon’s “Sea of Showers.” Such impacts are not uncommon, but it was only in 1999 that scientists first recorded a lunar strike as it happened.

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22/12/05: Successful launch of the MSG2 weather satellite,
built by Alcatel Alenia Space

Alcatel Alenia Space applauds the successful launch of the Meteosat Second Generation (MSG2) satellite designed to provide operational weather observations and environmental monitoring throughout Europe. The satellite has been successfully launched yesterday by an Ariane 5 rocket from the Guiana Space Center in Kourou, French Guiana. Built by Alcatel Alenia Space as prime contractor, MSG2 is the second new generation satellite in a series of four to be boosted into geostationary orbit.

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