Mark Phelps

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Sheltair, Avfuel Donate Proceeds from Sun 'n Fun Fuel Sales

1 day ago | avweb.com | Mark Phelps

Lakeland, Florida FBO Sheltair and fuel supplier Avfuel have combined to donate a total of more than $21,000 to the Aviation Center for Excellence (ACE) located on Lakeland Linder International Airport and the Tampa Bay Wing of the Commemorative Air Force. The donations are derived from fuel sales at this year’s Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo, held April 1-6. This is the fifth year that Sheltair and Ann Arbor, Michigan-based Avfuel have combined to support ACE through fuel sales.
Albuquerque Airport Shut Down by False Fire Alarm

1 day ago | avweb.com | Mark Phelps

Air traffic at Albuquerque, New Mexico International Sunport (KABQ) was shut down for a time today (June 26) after a fire alarm went off at the off-airport Albuquerque Air Route Traffic Control Center. The FAA initiated a traffic ground stop when the Center was evacuated due to the alarm. It was subsequently determined that the alert was a false alarm and controllers returned to their posts. The ground stop was lifted at 2:05 pm local time.
New York Helo Operator Commits to Beta's Alia Aircraft

1 day ago | avweb.com | Mark Phelps

Beta Technologies announced today (June 26) that helicopter tour operator FlyNYON has committed to buy up to five of its Alia eVTOL (electric Vertical Takeoff and Land) aircraft. FlyNYON conducts charter and photo tourism flights around New York City. Terms of the commitment were not specified.
American Airlines Airbus Returns to KLAS After 'Engine Issue'

1 day ago | avweb.com | Mark Phelps

An American Airlines Airbus A321 returned to Harry Reid International Airport (KLAS) in Las Vegas yesterday (June 26) shortly after takeoff with one engine smoking and “sparking.” American acknowledged in a statement that Flight 1665 returned to the airport with a “mechanical issue.” There were no injuries and the aircraft taxied to a gate where passengers deplaned without further incident.
Northrop Grumman Tests Five-Segment Rocket Motor

1 day ago | avweb.com | Mark Phelps

Northrop Grumman announced today (June 6th) it has conducted a full-scale static fire of what it calls “the world’s largest and most powerful segmented solid rocket motor built for human spaceflight.” The testing on NASA’s Booster Obsolescence and Life Extension (BOLE) solid rocket booster represents the first demonstration of the enhanced five-segment solid rocket motor.
Boeing's Air Force One Program Gets a New Top Exec

1 day ago | avweb.com | Mark Phelps

Perhaps signaling a project push, Boeing has brought in ex-Northrop Grumman senior executive Steve Sullivan to take over its Air Force One (VC-25B) program. He replaces Gregg Coffey in the role, who has moved on to another unspecified position with Boeing. Among multiple news outlets, Reuters reported the swap at the top “according to two people briefed on the matter,” adding that Boeing had not responded to requests for comment.
Repair Station Group Seeks Clarity on Advisory Circular

2 days ago | avweb.com | Mark Phelps

The Aeronautical Repair Station Association (ARSA) is on the hunt for industry feedback on FAA Advisory Circular (AC) 43.13-1B titled Acceptable Methods, Techniques, and Practices – Aircraft Inspection and Repair. ARSA has opened a short survey to be completed by maintenance professionals to collect the data. The AC primarily supports independent mechanics, technicians and repair stations that maintain general aviation aircraft. FAA has reached out to industry to help review the AC.
Time Running Short for Some Ex-Pat FAA Certificate Holders

2 days ago | avweb.com | Mark Phelps

Time is running short for holders of FAA ratings who have foreign addresses and who have no U.S. address of record to designate a U.S. Agent of Service (USAS). The rule requires those individuals to designate a U.S. agent by July 7 to receive FAA documents on the certificate holder’s behalf.
NTSB Issues 'Urgent Warning' on CFM LEAP-1B Turbofans

2 days ago | avweb.com | Mark Phelps

The National Transportation Safety Board issued an urgent warning last week related to a safety issue involving CFM’s LEAP-1B engines, while suggesting that the -1A and -1C versions of the high-bypass turbofan also be evaluated. LEAP-1 engines are used on Boeing 737 MAX and some single-aisle Airbus A320neo (new engine option) airliners.
Bedford's Nomination as FAA Administrator Takes a Step Forward

2 days ago | avweb.com | Mark Phelps

Shrugging off embarrassing revelations regarding his pilot credentials, Bryan Bedford saw his nomination for FAA Administrator take a step forward this morning. The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation has voted to advance Bedford’s nomination by a slim 15-13 margin. The nomination will now pass to the full Senate for confirmation.