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Special Mission Challenger 650 The roster of Bombardier’s special mission #aircraft is set to grow with two orders from Nordic countries. #Finland’s #coastguard has selected the Challenger 650 for its MVX #airborne #surveillance requirement. #Sweden has also exercised an option to purchase a third Global 6000-based S 106 GlobalEye airborne early warning (AEW) platform. Sierra Nevada Corporation will supply Finland’s aircraft, the U.S. company will outfit the two large-cabin Challengers to meet the coast guard’s requirements, based on the company’s Rapcon-X #aerial intelligence-gathering solutions. To be operated on the civil register as OH-MVX and OH-MVY, the Challenger 650s will replace two Dornier Do-228 #turboprop. Following its first flight in 2015, the Challenger 650 was certified & introduced in the same year. Compared to the Challenger 605, it has a redesigned interior, Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced #avionics, similar to the Challenger 350, Synthetic vision system (SVS) & a 5% increase in #takeoff #thrust. The Challenger 650 is also suitable for Flight Inspection, Weather/Atmospheric observation, #Medevac, #Maritime #Surveillance, Search & Rescue, ISR, AEW, EW, Multi-role & Target towing. #businessjet’s are awesome! #bizjet #bizav https://lnkd.in/dh3PYXH6

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Poor Goose. This one was scarier because it shattered the windshield and penetrated the flight deck. We have speed restrictions in the air: 250 kts or less below 10,000 feet. Part of the reason is that under Part 25, they certify an aircraft below 10K to stand an impact with an 8 lb bird on empennage, 4 lbs on windshield, but Canadian Geese are often much larger than that. In the airliner, unless it hits your window or goes in the engine, you often don't realize you've hit one. When I was flying business jets, I hit a Canadian Goose above a solid cloud deck at night, about 5000 feet. It hit the left wing at the root and the outer edge of the engine nacelle. Didn't ingest it, but just inches away. We heard a "thump," looked around, checked instruments and thought it was just the groan of pressurization during the descent. The indent damage on wing and nacelle was more than I could've imagined. What's your bird strike story? Accident info: https://lnkd.in/gd4HTKW8 #aviation #airplane #aircraft #safety #information #pilot #pilottraining #learn #knowledge #airline #industry #achickinthecockpit #

✈️ Aircraft Marshalling Signals ✈️ Aircraft marshalling is a critical aspect of ground handling operations, ensuring safe and efficient movement of aircraft on the ground. Here are some key marshalling signals every aviation enthusiast should know: Wingwalker/Guide: 🖐️ Right hand above head with wand pointing up; left-hand wand pointing down toward the body. Indicates unobstructed movement on/off a parking position. Straight Ahead: ↕️ Bend extended arms at elbows, moving wands up and down from chest height to head. Turn Left (from the pilot’s perspective): 👈 Right arm and wand extended at 90 degrees, making the “come ahead” signal with the left hand. Turn Right (from the pilot’s perspective): 👉 Left arm and wand extended at 90 degrees, making the “come ahead” signal with the right hand. Normal Stop: ✋ Fully extend arms and wands at 90 degrees to sides, slowly moving to above head until wands cross. Emergency Stop: ❌ Abruptly extend arms and wands to the top of the head, crossing wands. Set Brakes: ✋ Raise hand just above shoulder height with an open palm. These signals are essential for maintaining safety and efficiency in busy or constrained environments. 🛬 #Aviation #GroundHandling #AircraftMarshalling #AviationSafety #Aerospace #SasidharanMurugan #Itzmemsd

The below ASAP report was submitted to our Polaris Aero online portal today, describing an event that occurred on Monday morning with one of our #aircraft going to Teterboro Airport. Since ASAP reports become just one tiny part of the very large stream of data being processed by MITRE for the ASIAS program, I thought this one was worthy of highlighting here. #airtrafficcontrollers at the NY TRACON (#N90) process a tremendous amount of aircraft through their #airspace in a given time frame, and coordinating traffic flow into all of those #airports is a daunting task that most of us can just barely comprehend. Turning that operation around is akin to reversing the course of an entire aircraft carrier group--something not done lightly. However, given that #runway excursions continue to be the leading cause of accidents in #businessaviation, does it behoove the Federal Aviation Administration to take a look at their role in contributing to some of the factors that lead to runway excursions? Can forecast winds be taken into account when developing the operational plan for the day? Should operators be required (or, at least, strongly encouraged) to include wind gust factors in their runway performance calculations when landing with a tailwind?

Based on today's video session, we tried something know out of the box as being a corporate employee in aviation industries. Instrument Landing Systems (ILS) are vital for safe aircraft landings, especially in adverse weather conditions when visibility is low. ILS provides pilots with accurate guidance regarding the aircraft's alignment and descent path relative to the runway. It consists of radio signals transmitted by ground-based equipment to help aircraft align properly for landing. Without ILS, landing a plane would be much more challenging, particularly during fog, rain, or low-visibility situations. PS: ILS, commonly referred to as a glide path or glide slope. Nazil Purohit, Ayush Saxena #aviation #ils #aircraft #airplane #landing #weather #pilot #radio #signal #fog #rain #lowvisibility

#whatsitWednesday - the Doroni Aerospace H1-X? An airtaxi? No, its aimed at the #recreationaleVTOL market and is likely to be type certified as Light Sport Aircraft under the proposed LSA MOSAIC A flying car? No, its not roadworthy / streetlegal like a flying car (Taylor Aerocar, PAL-V Liberty or ASKA A5) A helicopter? No, as per the FAA its not a rotorcraft, but it is a lift+cruise powered lift aircraft with non-rotating airfoils for lift during horizontal flight and two pusher propulsion units. A personal aerial vehicle? Yes

Fly-around Inspection checklist for Aircraft, before Takeoff 🛫 Performing a thorough fly-around inspection of an aircraft before takeoff is a critical aspect of aviation safety. This checklist ensures that all essential components are in proper working order, minimizing the risk of mechanical failures during flight. Pilots and ground crew should follow this checklist to maintain the highest standards of safety and operational integrity. 1. Exterior Inspection: a. Fuselage; * Check for any signs of damage, dents, or cracks * Ensure access panels are securely closed. b. Wings; * Check wingtips for security and integrity. c. Tail; * Examine the vertical and horizontal stabilizers for damage * Check the control surfaces for freedom of movement. d. Landing Gear; * Inspect tires for proper inflation and signs of wear. e. Engine; * Check engine cowling for security and any signs of leaks * Verify that intake and exhaust areas are clear of debris. f. Propeller; * Look for nicks, scratches or other damage on the blades * Check spinner for security and integrity. Quite interesting right! 🌟 Stay tuned for 𝓟𝓪𝓻𝓽-2 ✌️ We are here to give you a live knowledge. To gain more, reach us; Call: 1800-425-4589 WhatsApp: 9538855825 Registration Link in comment section 👇 #preflight #inspection #aircraftmaintenanceengineering #aerospace #trainingprogram

Cold Weather Operations: Fighting Aircraft Icing for Safer Skies ❄️✈️ As temperatures drop, aircraft icing becomes a critical challenge in #aviation. Icing occurs when supercooled water droplets freeze instantly upon contact with the aircraft, affecting key areas such as leading edges, engines, and cockpit windows. This results in aerodynamic inefficiencies, increased weight, and potential visibility issues for pilots. To combat this, aircraft are equipped with advanced anti-icing and de-icing systems, including: 🔧 Heated Leading Edges: Prevent ice formation on wings and stabilizers. 🌬️ Hot Engine Bleed Air: Keeps engines clear of ice buildup. 🔌 Electrically Heated Cockpit Windows: Ensure pilot visibility. At #JASTeam, we ensure these systems remain operational through meticulous inspections, repairs, and component replacements. From maintaining pneumatic de-icing boots to restoring hydrophobic cockpit coatings, our team helps aircraft perform safely even in extreme conditions. Stay safe, stay operational.#TakingYouFurther #AircraftMaintenance #SafetyFirst #AviationExcellence #WeAreAviation #AeronauticalEngineering #MRO #AircraftMaintenance #AviationLovers #Avgeek

The Final Approach and Take-Off Area (FATO) is a designated zone on an aerodrome or heliport used by helicopters or vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft for the final approach, landing, and take-off operations. The FATO should be free of obstacles and designed with precise dimensions to ensure safe operations. It must accommodate the size and weight of the aircraft using it, as well as factors like prevailing winds and terrain. Proper lighting, markings, and surface conditions are essential to ensure visibility and safety for pilots. Additionally, regulations specify clearance zones and approach/departure paths to enhance operational safety around the FATO.