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The first Growler for fleet use was officially accepted by VAQ-129 “Vikings” at NAS Whidbey Island, on 3 June 2008. The Navy planned to buy approximately 85 aircraft to equip 11 squadrons as of 2008. The EA-18G completed operational evaluation in late July 2009.
The Growler was rated operationally effective and suitable for operational use. On 5 August 2009, EA-18G Growlers from Electronic Attack Squadron 129 (VAQ-129) and Electronic Attack Squadron 132 (VAQ-132) completed their first at-sea carrier-arrested landing aboard the USS Harry S. Truman (CVN-75).
The first deployable EA-18G squadron was VAQ-132 “Scorpions”, which reached operational status in October 2009. The first Growler operational deployment was announced on 17 February 2011. In service, the EA-18’s radio name during flight operations will be “Grizzly”. The “Growler” nickname sounded too much like the EA-6B’s “Prowler” name, so “Grizzly” will be used to avoid confusion. By May 2011, 48 Growlers had been delivered to the U.S. Navy.
With the termination of the EB-52H standoff jammer, the Growler became the sole remaining manned tactical jammer. Air Staff requirements director Maj. Gen. David Scott has indicated that the USAF will seek to provide electronic warfare officers to fly on U.S. Navy Growlers, without providing funding to purchase additional aircraft. U.S. Air Force personnel of 390th Electronic Combat Squadron stationed at NAS Whidbey Island have been supporting and flying the Growler.
The EA-18G was first used in combat during Operation Odyssey Dawn, enforcing the UN no-fly zone over Libya in 2011. Five EA-18Gs were redeployed from Iraq to support operations in Libya in 2011.


Karachi: A special flight has been organized by PIA to bring the prime Minister of Pakistan, Mian Mohammad Nawaz Sharif and his family members from Jeddah to Pakistan. The flight K-7644 will fly empty from Pakistan on 29th July to receive the Prime Minister of Pakistan and his family. According to reports, the Prime Minister will be accompanied by 33 other members on a flight that has a capacity of 329 passengers. Talk about extravagance!
The Prime Minister of Pakistan will be coming back from Jeddah through this flight with 23 family members. His family members will be accommodated in the business class, while 10 other various members will be seated in the economy class of flight K 7644 of Pakistan International Airlines. The flight will return to Pakistan on the morning of 30th July from Jeddah.
According to reports, the PIA personnel’s have declined to give further more details about the flight.


Yes, I’m super behind on my movie watching but I finally watched “The Martian” over the weekend and wow did it absolutely spark my interest in space travel and the feasibility of living on Mars for months including growing your own food…what? By the way, if you haven’t seen it yet stop reading this immediately and go watch it. It’s completely worth it and this post will spoil it for you.
First off, The Martian does a great job and gets some stuff right, but then again this is science fiction and so there has to be some fictional things but what “The Martian” does is not over exaggerate a ton of things making almost all of it very believable. One blatant thing that they screwed up was the storm at the beginning that stranded the astronaut on Mars after he was hit by the communication tower that the wind knocked over. The dust storm certainly could occur but not to the level it was dramatized because of the incredibly thin atmosphere Mars has. So the storm couldn’t have happened, however, a lot of other things they got right.
For instance, all the orbital dynamics and the time it would take to travel between Mars and Earth was completely dead on and one scientist even acclaimed the movie for doing the computations to determine how long the trips would take. On top of this, the slingshot the Hermes Spacecraft undertook around Earth to head back to Mars was entirely feasible as gravity assisted speed boosts are used to help satellites obtain more speed all the time.
The last two things I wanted to talk about was the ability to grow potatoes on Mars and taking off from mars in a deconstructed rocket. After doing research, I found out that the way Watney grew potatoes was entirely feasible as Martian soil can sustain food growth especially with using feces as fertilizer and obtaining water the way he did, so, in essence, his ability to grow food on Mars is plausible.
Last, what I thought was most ridiculous, was when Watney basically stripped the rocket of its nose cone and other portals so he was essentially flying into space in an open cockpit. I thought there was absolutely no way this could happen. Well, it sort of is and sort of is not feasible. I say this because currently we do not have the technology to take off from Mars because NASA has absolutely no idea how to launch a rocket from Mars at the current point in time so, in that case, it is not possible. However, the fact that the windows are off is potentially possible because the atmosphere is so thin, by the time friction (which would develop heat and thus require the heat shield to protect against the atmosphere) played a factor, it would be negligible. Therefore, it is plausible to launch a spacecraft like that.
All in all, “The Martian” does probably the best job yet of abiding to science when creating a science fiction movie and it was applauded by many scientists as well as checked by NASA to prove it was mostly valid despite a few snafus. If you haven’t seen it yet, I would strongly suggest you go see it immediately.
Sources: Guardian, Time Magazine, IFLScience


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The European Union has selected the HLFC 4.0 project, which includes the participation of Actemium Spain, to receive subsidies under the Clean Sky 2 programme. The programme provides finance for research activities geared to the design of the next generation of European aircraft. Actemium is working hand in hand with its partner, Adática and with the technical leader, Aernova.
The project objective is the research, design and production of HLFC (Hybrid Laminar Flow Control) system piping, which is integrated into the structure of aircraft wings, to reduce energy consumption and atmospheric contamination. The suction of air through tiny perforations, reduces resistance on the wing by controlling the flow of air that is distributed via a piping system. As a result, turbulence is reduced, improving aircraft stability and providing fuel savings of up to 10%.
Adática is responsible for manufacturing, whilst Actemium is focussed on the study, design and integration of the 4.0 equipment system: the tool that enables HLFC pipes to be more precisely integrated into the wing structure. Stresses and deformations must be avoided, as these may lead to inaccuracy and misalignment during the assembly process.
To that end, advanced sensors are installed to monitor, in real-time, key parameters during assembly (position, accumulated stresses, deformation).
Industry 4.0 enabling technologies are employed: during assemply, advanced position detection and stress accumulation sensors and monitoring systems. IoT technology is deployed for the collection and transmission of data to local platforms and the cloud. Big Data analysis and artificial intelligence assist with risk prevention. Augmented reality systems will guide operator during installation and adjustment. Finally a web-based monitoring system as well as data processing and predictive maintenance systems will be implemented.
The project is forecast to start in autumn 2019, and Actemium has been set a budget of almost €400,000. Its importance goes beyond the HLFC project. Actemium will design a solution that can be applied to other industry sectors requiring complex manual assembly work.


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AED Cluster Portugal involves more than 80 Portuguese entities, working in the Aeronautics, Space and Defence sectors. Our Companies, Institutes and Academia share significant synergies in multiple industrial, research and engineering domains.
As President, I am very proud of the results achieved so far by the cluster while promoting the growth of the Portuguese ecosystem, which has already given proof of its value and it is, still, facing a big growth potential, capable to cope with the challenges these industrial sectors are facing.
At AED we strongly believe that the efforts and initial investments, already performed by our associates (and their outstanding human capital), will foster a consolidated and fruitful future for the Cluster at a global level.
Organised under the tutelage of the Ukrainian Government, this biannual event brings together the aviation, aerospace and defence sectors. There will also be, within the scope of the event, an International Specialized Arms and Security Exhibition.
The event, which will not only be a conference but will also have B2B sessions, is co-organized by the European Commission and the Swedish Security and Defense Industry Association and takes place in the setting of ENDR activities.
An exclusive interview with Miguel Braga, Director of CEiiA, responsible for one of the most ambitious projects in the Portuguese aeronautics industry: the ATL-100.
Sharing useful information: updates from national and international industry, relevant news and support measures for Portuguese companies.
The European Commission approved the new European Defence Fund, with a total budget of €7.95MM for R&D projects in the Defence domain.
The label of excellence is awarded by ESCA, an international entity that certifies the quality of the Clusters.
One of the most important events in the world for the aerospace and defence sectors has been cancelled today. The Paris Air Show will return in June 2023.
AED Cluster Portugal looks at the path of the Portuguese space industry in the past two decades, as a member of the European Space Agency.
OGMA, an Embraer group company, becomes new Pratt & Whitney authorized maintenance center, to support GTF engines.
National consortium creates a company that intends to develop, integrate and operate constellations of small satellites, in a 100% Portuguese project.
In a deal worth almost 3M€, three Portuguese companies are involved in the space mission "Hera", ESA's first planetary defence mission.


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I have compiled a comprehensive list of the top 10 fascinating facts about drones that you need to know. Drones, also known as Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), have become increasingly popular in recent years. From delivering packages to capturing stunning aerial footage, drones have revolutionized the way we live and work. In this article, we will take a deep dive into the world of drones and uncover some of the most interesting facts about drones.
Introduction to Drones
Drones are essentially flying robots that are remotely controlled or operated autonomously. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes and can be equipped with different types of sensors and cameras. Drones are designed to be versatile and can be used for a wide range of applications, from military operations to commercial purposes.
The History of Drones
The history of drones can be traced back to the early 1900s when the first unmanned aerial vehicle was developed in Austria. However, it wasn’t until the 1950s that drones became more sophisticated with the development of jet-powered drones by the United States Air Force. Since then, drones have been used for various military and civilian purposes, including surveillance, search and rescue missions, and scientific research.
The Types of Drones
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Drones come in various shapes and sizes, and they can be classified based on their design and functionality. Some of the most common types of drones include fixed-wing drones, rotary-wing drones, hybrid drones, and ornithopters. Fixed-wing drones are designed like airplanes and can cover longer distances while rotary-wing drones are designed like helicopters and can hover in place. Hybrid drones combine the features of both fixed-wing and rotary-wing drones, while ornithopters mimic the flapping motion of birds.
The Uses of Drones
Drones have become increasingly popular in recent years due to their versatility and capability. They can be used for a wide range of applications, including aerial photography and videography, surveying and mapping, agriculture, wildlife conservation, and search and rescue missions. Drones are also used in the military for reconnaissance and surveillance purposes.
The Impact of Drones on Society
The widespread use of drones has had a significant impact on society. Drones have made it easier to capture stunning aerial footage for films and documentaries, and they have revolutionized the way we conduct search and rescue missions. However, the use of drones has also raised concerns about privacy and safety. There have been instances where drones have interfered with commercial flights, and there have been concerns about drones being used for illegal activities.
The Benefits of Using Drones
Despite the concerns about the use of drones, there are many benefits to using these amazing machines. Drones can be used to survey and map large areas quickly and efficiently, and they can also be used to monitor wildlife populations and track their movements. Drones are also used in agriculture to monitor crop growth and detect crop diseases, which can help farmers increase their yields and reduce their use of pesticides.
The Limitations of Drones
While drones have many benefits, there are also some limitations to their use. Drones are limited by their battery life and range, which means they can only cover a limited area before they need to be recharged or refueled. Drones are also affected by weather conditions, and they may not be able to fly in high winds or heavy rain. In addition, drones can be expensive to purchase and maintain, which may limit their use in certain industries.
The Most Fascinating Facts About Drones
Now, let’s take a look at some of the most fascinating facts about drones:
- The world’s largest drone, the RQ-4 Global Hawk, has a wingspan of over 130 feet, making it larger than many commercial aircraft.
- Drones can be equipped with thermal imaging cameras, which can detect body heat from a distance of up to 30 meters.
- The first drone delivery took place in 2013 when a small drone delivered a packet of popcorn to a group of moviegoers in South Africa.
- Drones are being used to deliver medical supplies to remote areas in countries like Rwanda and Ghana, where traditional delivery methods are unreliable.
- Drones have been used to capture stunning footage of erupting volcanoes and other natural disasters, providing valuable insights and information to scientists and researchers.
- The US military has been using drones for surveillance and reconnaissance purposes since the 1960s, but it wasn’t until the early 2000s that drones became more widely used in military operations.
- Drones have been used to map ancient ruins and archaeological sites, helping archaeologists uncover new information about past civilizations.
- Some drones are equipped with artificial intelligence, which allows them to make decisions autonomously based on the data they collect.
- The first drone race took place in Australia in 2014, and since then, drone racing has become an increasingly popular sport.
- Drones are being used to inspect and maintain infrastructure such as bridges and power lines, which can be dangerous and difficult for humans to access.
The Future of Drones
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As technology continues to advance, the future of drones looks bright. Drones are becoming more sophisticated and capable, and they are being used in new and innovative ways. In the future, we may see drones being used for tasks such as delivering groceries and packages, monitoring traffic and pollution levels, and even transporting people.
Drones have come a long way since their early beginnings, and they have become an integral part of our lives and society. From delivering packages to capturing stunning aerial footage, drones have revolutionized the way we live and work. While there are concerns about the use of drones, there are also many benefits to using these amazing machines. As technology continues to advance, we can expect to see drones being used in new and exciting ways that we can’t even imagine yet.
So, these are the top 10 fascinating facts about drones that you need to know. I hope that this article has given you a better understanding of the world of drones and their impact on society. If you want to learn more about drones or have any questions, feel free to leave a comment below.
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The United States Space Force, or USSF, recently created and the U.S. Air Force Research Lab has chosen Xage Security as a blockchain company to develop data security systems.
Xage Security said in a statement that it had been awarded a contract to provide end-to-end data protection for the USSF. For the project, the business will employ its blockchain-based Xage Security Fabric solution.
The company said Xage Security Fabric has a unified platform capable of securing all systems and removing single entry points so that hackers can not wipe information. It will enable the USSF to verify who is accessing the systems, ensure that the satellites continue to operate safely, even when the ground equipment goes offline, and protect the data until it is fully transferred to the operating units.
Xage Security’s second contract from the US
This is Xage Security’s second contract won from the U.S. Following the first one signed in December 2019, Air Force.
Last year the USSF was created to defend space and acquire military space systems in December. Space systems are infrastructure and vehicles which work together to perform outer space tasks, according to the University of Illinois. These could be satellites or even spacecraft. Since many space systems rely heavily on communication and geographic positioning. It is crucial that the transmitted data can not be compromised.
Duncan Greatwood, CEO of Xage Security, said that the blockchain meets many of the USSF’s complex needs:
“The USSF requires decentralized enforcement of security to establish space domain resilience. And objective situational awareness––across every asset and data element. We built the Xage solution to serve the needs of complex critical infrastructure systems. And are excited to bring the Xage solution to the Space Force in the form of a blockchain-protected space system security.”
For a while, the U.S. Defense Department, which supervises all military branches, including the Air Force and the USSF, has been interested in blockchain. In March this year, it awarded a contract to provide security for sensitive research. And development data to Indiana-based blockchain firm Simba Chain. Also since 2019 the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, or DARPA, has been involved in blockchain.


Chandrayaan-3: In a historic leap for India’s space exploration journey, the Chandrayaan-3 mission has achieved a monumental milestone by successfully landing on the lunar surface. This remarkable achievement is a testament to the expertise, dedication, and innovation of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), as well as the entire nation’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of space science.
A Triumph of Precision Engineering
The Chandrayaan-3 mission was meticulously planned and executed with precision engineering, showcasing India’s prowess in space technology. The journey to the moon’s surface involved navigating complex challenges, from gravitational considerations to ensuring a controlled landing. The fact that Chandrayaan-3 has touched down on the lunar surface flawlessly is a testament to the technical brilliance that ISRO has consistently demonstrated.
Paving the Path for Scientific Discovery
Chandrayaan-3’s successful landing on the lunar surface opens up exciting opportunities for scientific exploration. The mission’s primary objective is to study the moon’s geology, mineralogy, and topography. By collecting data and samples from the lunar surface, scientists hope to unravel mysteries about the moon’s formation and evolution, as well as gain insights into its relationship with Earth.
A Collaborative Endeavor
The success of Chandrayaan-3 is not only a victory for ISRO but also a result of collaborative efforts involving scientists, engineers, researchers, and technicians from various domains. The mission’s success underscores the significance of collaboration and the spirit of teamwork in achieving extraordinary feats in space exploration.
Inspiring Future Generations
Chandrayaan-3’s achievement is bound to inspire generations to come. It showcases India’s determination to venture into uncharted territories and contribute significantly to the global space community. The mission’s success serves as a beacon of hope and a reminder that with dedication, innovation, and perseverance, no goal is too ambitious.
A Glimpse into the Future
Chandrayaan-3’s successful lunar landing sets the stage for future endeavors in space exploration. As India continues to make strides in its space programs, the knowledge gained from Chandrayaan-3 will serve as a stepping stone for even more ambitious missions, contributing to humanity’s greater understanding of the universe.
The triumphant landing of Chandrayaan-3 on the lunar surface marks a pivotal moment in India’s space journey. It is a testament to the nation’s scientific acumen, technological prowess, and unwavering commitment to exploration. As the data and insights from this mission continue to pour in, we eagerly anticipate the discoveries that will reshape our understanding of the moon and its significance in the cosmos.
Q1: What is the significance of Chandrayaan-3’s successful lunar landing?
A1: Chandrayaan-3’s successful landing marks a major achievement in India’s space exploration efforts and paves the way for scientific discoveries about the moon.
Q2: What are the primary objectives of the Chandrayaan-3 mission?
A2: The Chandrayaan-3 mission aims to study the moon’s geology, mineralogy, and topography, providing insights into its formation and evolution.
Q3: How does Chandrayaan-3 contribute to India’s space aspirations?
A3: Chandrayaan-3 showcases India’s expertise in space technology and inspires future space missions, furthering the nation’s role in the global space community.
Q4: What role does collaboration play in the success of Chandrayaan-3?
A4: Chandrayaan-3’s success is a result of collaborative efforts involving scientists, engineers, and researchers from various fields, emphasizing the power of teamwork in space exploration.
Q5: What does Chandrayaan-3’s success mean for future space missions?
A5: Chandrayaan-3’s success sets a precedent for future space missions, serving as a foundation for more ambitious explorations and discoveries.
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Richard Branson plans to beat Jeff Bezos to space.
Virgin Galactic Holdings Inc. said Thursday that Mr. Branson plans to board a flight that will launch for space on July 11, assuming the weather permits and there are no technical problems. That is nine days before Mr. Bezos, the outgoing chief executive at Amazon.com Inc., is expected to do so on a craft operated by his space company, Blue Origin.
The planned launches ferrying both men highlight the competition between Virgin Galactic and Blue Origin for suborbital travel. Companies involved in the emerging industry hope to send hundreds of people on such flights. For now, those trips could cost less than $500,000, based on earlier comments from Virgin executives.
Virgin Galactic said Mr. Branson will use the proposed trip to evaluate the experience for private astronauts and use his observations about preparing for the trip and the flight itself to improve future trips for customers.
“I’m honored to help validate the journey our future astronauts will undertake and ensure we deliver the unique customer experience people expect from Virgin,” Mr. Branson said in a statement.


NASA Video : Earth From Space Real Footage – Video From The International Space Station ISS
Beautiful video of Earth as seen from the International Space Station. This is HD footage captured by NASA HDEV cameras on board the ISS.
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As the Space Station passes into a period of night every 45 mins video is unavailable – during this time, and other breaks in transmission, earlier recorded footage is shown to ensure a continuous stream.
When back in daylight the live stream will recommence
There is a 2nd live stream from a differnt part of the Space Station.
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Edited footage from the ISS – Earth from space – Continuous stream of amazing images of Earth as seen from the International Space Station. New footage added daily , over 24 hours of unique content and growing.
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AHMEDABAD: Three new flights are within the offing from Ahmedabad. Air India plans to function two direct flights connecting Ahmedabad and Delhi and one other direct flight connecting Ahmedabad and Pune, the airline acknowledged in an announcement.
The flights are anticipated to be operationalized from August 20. That is a part of the airline’s plan to start 24 new home flights alongside completely different sectors throughout India.
Air India’s slender physique plane fleet stands at 70, of which 54 are at present serviceable. The remaining 16 plane will progressively return to service by early 2023.


RAF forms new reserves band
RAF forms new Royal Auxiliary Air Force Band
This year has seen the formation of The Band of The Royal Auxiliary Air Force, with the first Attestation taking place at the band’s new headquarters at RAFC Cranwell.
This historical event for Royal Air Force Music Services aims to support the Regular Royal Air Force bands, to ensure maximum operational flexibility in support of the Royal Air Force engagement strategy.
Newly recruited Chief Technician, Tony Giles, was the first PTVR to join the newly-established band at RAFC Cranwell and told BBW: “It’s a fantastic opportunity for dedicated musicians, both locally and nationally, who want to broaden their musical horizons. I really am overjoyed to be back working alongside my long-term friends and colleagues.”
Already at double figures, the reserve musicians have been utilised in support of the Central Band whilst undertaking a tour of Cyprus and have provided personnel in support of The Band of the Royal Air Force College through events such as the Armed Forces Day parades and various Royal Air Force Association concerts. In addition, they are currently taking part in the Charitable Trust Enterprise Royal Air Force in Concert tour, performing at some of the finest venues throughout the UK including Birmingham Symphony Hall, Bridgewater Hall in Manchester and the Royal Concert Hall in Nottingham.
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WBTV pilot Chip Tayag credited with keeping others safe before deadly helicopter crash
“It seems the pilot that was operating the aircraft made some diversionary moves to avoid hitting traffic,” CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings said.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) – WBTV Sky 3 pilot Chip Tayag is being called a hero, with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Chief Johnny Jennings saying he believes Tayag took extraordinary measures in his final moments before the helicopter crashed on Interstate 77 Tuesday afternoon.
Both Tayag and WBTV meteorologist Jason Myers were killed in that crash.
“It seems the pilot that was operating the aircraft made some diversionary moves to avoid hitting traffic. Fortunately, there were no vehicles involved in it and I think that as we move forward, to me it looks like a heroic incident where the pilot tried to avoid injuring anyone else, in putting anyone else in danger,” Jennings said. “If that truly is the case, then that pilot is a hero in my eyes to make sure that the safety and security of those driving on the road was not in jeopardy.”
David Bristol is a pilot in training and likes to take a look on his back porch anytime he hears an aircraft overhead.
He said he watched the chopper make slow circles for a while and then he noticed two things he considered odd. First, he said, was the sound Sky 3 made seemed to change.
Then, he said he saw Sky 3 make two odd, hard turns to the left and suddenly disappeared behind the trees.
At the same time, Joshua Aguirre was driving south on I-77 when he saw the chopper spiral toward the road. He said it seemed that pilot Chip Tayag was able to use his last seconds to save others.
“It happened so fast, there was no time to react and so it was obvious that there was a huge level of heroism involved,” Aguirre said, adding he got out of his car and prayed over the crash site.
Bridgette-Anne Hampden said she had just gotten on I-77 near Tyvola Road when the helicopter came down right in front of her and she estimated it was within 100 feet of her car.
“Having had the opportunity to process, I really believe he was a hero because when you look at the proximity to the highway itself if that helicopter had come down, it would have been quite a chaotic scene,” she said. “And so, he needs to be applauded, because he (had) the presence of mind to veer off is what has been running through my mind.”
The crash happened shortly after 12 p.m. Tuesday on I-77 South at the Nations Ford Road exit in south Charlotte. All lanes were closed for hours, with traffic backed up for miles as crews evaluated the scene.
CMPD says investigators with the Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board will be working as they begin piecing together why the helicopter crashed.
They’ll collect evidence at the scene and then, likely later Wednesday morning, the wreckage will be taken to an offsite facility.
The NTSB will then lead the investigation and determine the cause and issue recommendations.
That preliminary report will likely be received in two to three weeks while the full report will likely take at least a year.
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A key feature was the introduction of the Allison T56 turboprop powerplant, which was developed for the C-130. The Hercules resembled a larger four-engine brother to the C-123 Provider with a similar wing and cargo ramp layout that evolved from the Chase XCG-20 Avitruc, which in turn, was first designed and flown as a cargo glider in 1947. Fairchild, North American, Martin, and Northrop declined to participate. The remaining five companies tendered a total of ten designs: Lockheed two, Boeing one, Chase three, Douglas three, and Airlifts Inc. The Lockheed design team was led by Willis Hawkins, starting with a 130-page proposal for the Lockheed L-206. The first flight of the YC-130 prototype was made on 23 August 1954 from the Lockheed plant in Burbank, California. After the two prototypes were completed, production began in Marietta, Georgia, where over 2,300 C-130s have been built through 2009.
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The initial production model, the C-130A, was powered by Allison T56-A-9 turboprops with three-blade propellers and originally equipped with the blunt nose of the prototypes. Deliveries began in December 1956, continuing until the introduction of the C-130B model in 1959. The C-130B model was developed to complement the A-models that had previously been delivered, and incorporated new features, particularly increased fuel capacity in the form of auxiliary tanks built into the center wing section and an AC electrical system. Four-bladed Hamilton Standard propellers replaced the Aeroproducts three-blade propellers that distinguished the earlier A-models.
An electronic reconnaissance variant of the C-130B was designated C-130B-II. A total of 13 aircraft were converted. These pods were slightly larger than the standard wing tanks found on other C-130Bs. The extended-range C-130E model entered service in 1962 after it was developed as an interim long-range transport for the Military Air Transport Service. The C-130H model has updated Allison T56-A-15 turboprops, a redesigned outer wing, updated avionics and other minor improvements. Later H models had a new, fatigue-life-improved, center wing that was retrofitted to many earlier H-models. For structural reasons, some models are required to land with certain amounts of fuel when carrying heavy cargo, reducing usable range.
C-130H models produced from 1992 to 1996 were designated as C-130H3 by the USAF. The “3” denoting the third variation in design for the H series. The MC-130E Combat Talon was developed for the USAF during the Vietnam War to support special operations missions in Southeast Asia, and led to both the MC-130H Combat Talon II as well as a family of other special missions aircraft. The HC-130 is a family of long-range search and rescue variants used by the USAF and the U. The C-130R and C-130T are U. Navy and USMC models, both equipped with underwing external fuel tanks. The USN C-130T is similar, but has additional avionics improvements.
In both models, aircraft are equipped with Allison T56-A-16 engines. The USMC versions are designated KC-130R or KC-130T when equipped with underwing refueling pods and pylons and are fully night vision system compatible. The RC-130 is a reconnaissance version. A single example is used by the Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force, the aircraft having originally been sold to the former Imperial Iranian Air Force. The L-100 also has two stretched versions. In the 1970s, Lockheed proposed a C-130 variant with turbofan engines rather than turboprops, but the U.


Twin brothers Edward R. Norton and James A. Norton Jr. were obsessed with flying. After two years of study they signed up as volunteers in the US Air Force. They were trained as bomber pilots.
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In December 1942 and after their Flight Training Edward and James were sent to England and assigned to the 452nd Bombardment Squadron. At full strength their B-26 Bomb Squadron consisted of 16 aircraft and 377 men.
See Edward & James' Combat route Map 1>
On May 17, 1943 the Norton brothers flew their first mission in a convoy of 11 Martin
B-26 Marauder bombers. Targets: the power stations of Velsen and Haarlem. The mission ended in tragedy. All the bombers were shot down.
See Edward & James' Combat Route Map 2>
In September 1945 - more than two years after the disaster - Mr. Norton heard from the Mayor of Haarlem that James' body had been washed up on the beach on 26 July. Edward's body was never recovered.
See Edward & James' Combat route Map 3>
After the war, the Norton family decided that Edward & James should find their final resting place in Margraten. Of the crew members killed on 17 May 1943, twelve are buried in Margraten, including James (P-16-5). Edward's name can be seen on the Walls of the Missing along with the names of seven other crew members.
See Edward & James' Combat route map 4>
to the UK
Landing on Utah Beach
Died on pleasure flight
Buried in Margraten, Block RR, Row 12 Grave 290
Air Evac. Nurse diploma
Body washed up
Departure for Europa
Arriving in England
Landing Omaha Beach
Germany invades Poland, Britain
and France declare war on Germany
Nazi Germany declares war on the US
Battle of Stalingrad: Red Army defeats Germans
Edward “Hoggy” Robertson
Norton & James “Wack” Arthur Norton Jr.
|Born:||August 18, 1920|
|Deceased:||May 17, 1943, 22 years|
|Rank & Army
|2e Lieutenant, 452 Bombardment Squadron,
322 Bombardment Group
|Cemetery:||Edward: Walls of the Missing
James: Block P, Row 16, Grave 4
Twins Edward R. Norton and James A. Norton Jr. were obsessed with flying. They applied as volunteers to the US Air Force and became bomber pilots.
On May 17, 1943 they flew their first mission in a convoy of 11 Martin B-26 Marauder bombers. It would also be their last ... their plane was shot down by German flak.
Both brothers - 22 years old - were killed in the chilly waters of the North Sea. They died as they had lived: inseparable.
De Martin B-26 Marauder was one of the bombers used in WWII by the US Air Force. A B-26 had a seven-man crew and could carry 2,600 kg of bombs.
Edward Norton was 1st pilot and his co-pilot was James Norton. The brothers flew their mission on May 17, 1943 zero altitude - just above the ground - in order to drop their bombs on targets as accurately as possible. This meant that the risk of civilian casualties was also quite small, but the chance of being hit by a German FLAK high and happened with 9 out of 11 aircraft, including those of the Norton brothers. They were hit above IJmuiden and crashed into the North Sea.


Explore Seattle’s Museum of Flight
At 11:30am on 8 July 2011, astronaut Sandra Magnus was onboard the space shuttle Atlantis. She and her crewmates, Rex Walheim, Doug Hurley, and Chris Ferguson, were in the final minutes of preparing to fly to the International Space Station. This wasn’t her first trip – Magnus had previously lived on the space station for four and a half months – but this trip was different, and it was bittersweet. This would be the last flight of the Atlantis, and the end of the space shuttle program.
Magnus – like her crewmates on this flight, and the 351 astronauts who had flown on a space shuttle before – trained for this using the NASA Full Fuselage Trainer, a full scale mock-up of the space shuttle. The trainer, which used to be located at the Space Vehicle Mockup Facility at Johnson Space Center in Houston, now lives at the Museum of Flight in Seattle. Visitors to the museum can not only see the trainer but, can even go inside. You can stand in the same space that hundreds of astronauts have stood in before, see the scuff marks where they practiced climbing in and out of the hatch at the top of the flight deck, and even spot the signatures that Magnus and her crewmates, the last team to use the trainer, left in the front wheel well.
Exploring the Fuselage Trainer is a pretty amazing experience. And it’s just one of the things you can see and do at Seattle’s Museum of Flight.
The museum, which has a footprint of about 20 acres, is the largest non-profit air and space museum in the world. It has an incredible collection of spacecraft, aircraft, artifacts, and exhibits which trace the history of humankind taking flight.
In the museum’s lobby, you can find a 1/10 scale model of the hot air balloon used in the first non-tethered human flight in 1783, as well as the arched, bat-like glider that allowed Otto Lilienthal to fly in 1983, and a replica of the Wright Brothers’ 1902 glider.
The Museum of Flight’s Aviation Pavilion is a 3 acre display that maps the dramatic development of large aircraft and commercial airliners from the 1930s to the present. The exhibit includes:
- The world’s only presentation of the first Boeing 727, 737 and 747 jets
- The first jet Air Force One
- The extremely rare Boeing 247D and Douglas DC-2 airliners from the 1930s
- The only Concorde on the West Coast
- The B-17F Flying Fortress and B-29 Superfortress from WWII
- The Cold War’s B-47 Stratojet
- Jet fighters spanning the wars from Korea to the Persian Gulf.
The Red Barn, the birthplace of the Boeing Airplane Company, is also part of the Museum of Flight. The Barn has been restored and houses an exhibition focusing on the life of William E. Boeing and the first two decades of the Boeing Airplane Co.
The Red Barn, the Aviation Pavilion, and the Space Gallery are just three of the six galleries found in this enormous museum. The other galleries include the Great Gallery, which explores the first century of human flight; the Lear Gallery, which currently houses the exhibit Space: Exploring the New Frontier; and the Personal Courage Wing, which highlights the stories of those involved in fighter aviation in World War I and World War II.
The Museum of Flight – this enormous, extensive homage to pioneers in flight – is one Seattle attraction you won’t want to miss.
General admission tickets, as well as tickets for the interactive tours and experiences – including the shuttle trainer tour – can be purchased at a discount on the museum’s website: museumofflight.org. Tickets can also be purchased at the museum.
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Experience the feeling of a ‘Barrel Roll’ or a ‘Loop the Loop’ during your flight at an experienced aviation center. You will be a part of a spectacular display of grace and elegance, whilst viewing the world from a different angle and defying gravity. Sit back and enjoy the exhilaration as you encounter well-known aerobatic maneuvers such as loops, rolls, stall turns, chandelles and steep turns.
You will fly at speeds of over 100mph, thousands of feet in the air and test your nerves in this adventurous, white knuckle ride.
Your experience starts with the qualified instructor giving you a pre-flight briefing which will enable you to understand how the aircraft is capable of aerobatic flight. Once in the air, your instructor will accelerate the aircraft to over 100mph before starting a sequence of aerobatic manoeuvres, which may include loops, rolls, and wingovers. Due to the nature of this experience it is unlikely you will be able to take the controls, so just sit back and enjoy the ride. This experience is not for the faint hearted and is definitely not recommended with a hangover.
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Flight Pilot Simulator 3D is a new flight simulator game for the iOS and Android platforms by Fun Games For Free. You get to fly all manner of aircraft from small light turboprop planes to fighter jets and big cargo planes, and you get a number of different tasks to complete as you do this, which allow you to unlock even more cool aircraft. Read on for some tips and tricks for Flight Pilot Simulator 3D by Fun Games For Free!
Whenever you fail a mission you will have the chance to restart from a point to close to where you failed, rather than at the beginning of the level. There are only so many times that you can do this, though, before you end up having to restart at the beginning, because every retry will bring you closer to the point of impact, giving you less of a chance to win. Eventually, it will become impossible and you will have to start completely over.
Oftentimes, takeoffs and landings will be the toughest part of your job. For landings, make sure that you are approaching as perfectly as possible before attempting to touch down. If you are even just a little bit crooked, too high or too low, break out of the approach and turn around when you get some distance out so that you can give it another shot.
For takeoffs, make sure that you are using the right plane, because too big of a plane won’t take off at too narrow or too short of a runway. Sometimes you can get around too narrow of a runway by taxiing around a tight corner before beginning the takeoff roll, but for too short of a runway, forget it – you are going to have to switch planes.
Hit the free flight mode for the quickest way to earn more coins. Of course, it might also be the toughest, so if you have too much trouble with landing and taking off over and over, then go to the mission-based levels and fly them again, especially the special missions. Fly them multiple times if you need to. Earn as many stars as you can and you will unlock even more missions.
Toggle between single speed and double speed as needed in order to fly as accurately as possible. Use single speed play when you need the most accurate and deliberate play possible, such as during landing and possibly while taking off. Double speed is good for cruising or mild turning maneuvers. As you become more and more advanced at the game you will be able to switch to double speed for a higher percentage of the game.


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YOUTH EAGLES AVIATION AND AEROSPACE EDUCATION
Youth Eagles Aviation and Aerospace Education began in the fall of 2005. With a small group of LULAC youth interested in aviation and space activities.
Our projects are a Cessna 150H model, a 1937 Taylor Craft –A model, a Fisher 404 and a Smith Mini plane. This program is one of a handful of participating across the nation.
The Youth Eagles Aviation and Aerospace Education (YEAAE) STEM program provides students a unique, inspiring, and empowering STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education experience.
Our program is designed to enhance students’ technical, communication, teamwork, and leadership skills while fostering an appreciation for diverse cultures. We do this through mentoring that inspires and ignites students, school, and community pride. The YEAAE STEM program is part of a larger organization, League of United Latin American Citizens Stockton 2060, A 501(c)(3) non-profit organization advocating for higher education.
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WASHINGTON - All US soldiers in HH-60 helicopter Pave Hawk who crashed in Iraq on Thursday, March 15, 2018, are confirmed dead.
The US Command Center said in a statement not to mention how many passengers and crew were in the medical transport helicopter. But a US military source told Reuters there were seven people.
"All the personnel on the helicopter were killed in an accident, this tragedy reminds us of the risks facing men and women every day, to serve the country," said Jonathan P Braga, director of the Joint Task Force operations.
Mentioned, the exact cause of the accident is still under investigation. But so far the cause is not due to enemy activity or attack, but other factors.
The fall of this helicopter was first reported by the crew on the second helicopter that accompanied it. The two helicopters flew together as the crash. The crash site, near Al-Qaim City, Anbar Province, near the border with Syria, was immediately sterilized by Iraqi security forces and coalitions.


Sensing our World summer camp is a one-week summer science program for middle school students, where we’ll be exploring the physics behind colonizing Mars. Though similar to Earth in many ways, Mars also poses unique challenges that could greatly impact the success of colonists. Some important questions we must answer before landing on the Red Planet include:
- What are the challenges of getting to Mars and how do we solve them?
- How much energy does it take to support colonists for a year? What could we use to provide this energy?
- How do reduced gravity and foreign soil conditions affect plant growth? Could this mean we can’t farm on Mars?
- Can we use a compass to navigate on Mars? How else do we know where we’re going?
- Is the Martian atmosphere really that different?
- How is the weather different on Mars? How does it affect the structures we build?
Besides discussions about these topics and many more, participants will also get hands-on experiences! They will have the opportunity to:
- Design and create their own “Mars Habitats,” imagining how the first colonists would live
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Welcome to ANA Virtual Airlines for Flight Simulator X in Osaka, Japan
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ANA (All Nippon Airways) Virtual has opened it's doors for business. ANA Virtual Airlines is the second largest airline in Japan based in Tokyo and Osaka. Our Virtual Airline currently has some schedules completed from Tokyo and Osaka operating the Boeing 777-300, Boeing 777-200, Airbus A320, Boeing 737-500 and Boeing 767-300 aircraft. Routes currently include destinations in North America and Asia specifically Manila, Hong Kong, Los Angeles, Nagoya, Chicago, Singapore, Shanghai and Jakarta.
We will be continuing to add the real world fleet, routes and schedules for ANA Virtual to domestic destinations and to our destinations served in Asia and Europe. If you are interested in joining ANA Virtual Airlines please visit our website and complete a virtual airline pilot application.
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Organize your aerial battles with this combat drone, with family or friends.
With its real-time HD camera from your smartphone, you are in the cockpit of your drone to be able to fire on the enemy drone, You also have the possibility to use its supplied remote control to control it.
Its 6-axis gyroscope gives it great maneuverability and stability.
It comes in a very simple kit to mount and a modular battery to be able to exchange it and continue the game.
To make fights order one of each color to better distinguish them in flight.
Combat: Each player takes 4 lives, when one of the players has no life, the drone lands on the ground automatically.
Control: You have the ability to change the speed of movement of the drone. If you navigate in a space with obstacles we recommend the minimum speed to be more precise. While if you are in the open the maximum speed is recommended to avoid enemy fire.
Width: 11.8 cm Height: 4.9 cm Depth: 11.8 cm Weight of the device: 340 gr Radio Control - Smartphone or iPhone APP Control distance RC 4 CH: about 50 m FPV remote control: approx. 25 m Autonomy: 6-7 minutes Charge time: 60 minutes Drone battery: 3.7V 350mAh li-po (included) RC battery: 3 AAA 1.5V batteries (NOT included) Functions: up / down Functions: right / left Functions: lateral flight Functions: hover Functions: control of 3 flight speeds Functions: to glide Functions: barrel 360 Â° Functions: shoot in combat mode Functions: low battery alarm Functions: takeoff / landing key Functions: auto return key, unmanned mode
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As a Senior Aviation Medical Examiner with over 34 years of practice in aviation medicine, Dr. Trachtman has a wealth of experience in the many facets of obtaining a pilot's medical certificate.
Each pilot is different and unique, requiring individual attention in the completion of the required FAA medical exams. We insure that every pilot, from the student obtaining their initial medical, to the more 'complex' professional requiring additional assistance in completing a special issuance certificate, is handled with professionalism and true respect as to the medical's significance. Every attempt is made to make this important process as hassle free as possible.
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The history of Boeing (1916-2007)
Boeing’s history dates back to the year 1916 as Pacific Aero Products under the leadership of William Boeing. The company developed in under a year to opt to rename itself as Boeing Airplane and Transportation. 12 years later, it renamed itself as United Aircraft and Transportation. By this time, 1929, the company was dealing in airplanes construction as well as construction and development of airplane propellers and engines. It had even gone ahead and diversified it operations to capitalize in emerging markets such as mail delivery, airport maintenance and operating air travel agencies and air transport all over the US.
Legislation passed in 1934 resulted in the company’s closure of its mail delivery operations. However, the company was contracted by the US government to produce military bombers during the Second World War. After the War, the company continued to receive military contracts to produce new airplanes fro the US military. The company acquired the Piasecki Helicopter Company and later rebranded as Boeing Vertol.
Boeing later increased its market presence and domination of the airlines industry by producing the first international medium and short range airliners in 1967. In the late 1980’s, the company diversified to incorporate a division referred to as Boeing Computer Services as well as diversif


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A Dynamic Colored Ring-Design Emboldens the Space Shuttle Atlantis Exhibit
In 2011, the Space Shuttle Atlantis embarked on its 33rd and final mission into space, marking over two decades of service for NASA. Upon its decommissioning, it was announced that the shuttle would join the ranks of the many illustrious exhibits at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, spurring the construction of a building worthy of housing such an iconic piece of the space program’s history.
Teaming up with PGAV Architects and Whiting Turner, NASA commissioned a $100 million design to house the Space Shuttle Atlantis. What emerged was a 90,000-square-foot exhibit that represents a shuttle’s launch and return from orbit, complete with its very own giant orbital ring.
To construct the beautiful ornament encircling the exterior of the exhibit, 80,000 square feet of ALPOLIC 3mm aluminum composite material (ACM) was installed in a progressive interlocking custom wall system. The 26,000 tile panels were coated in a custom Prismatic Red Coral Yellow shade of Valspar’s Valflon, perfectly mirroring the color scheme of the rocket that originally propelled the Atlantis into space. Valflon coating not only helped the ring capture the character of the Space Shuttle Atlantis, but also added vibrancy and durability to the ambitious design.
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Albert II was sent into space by the United States space program in order for scientists to test the effects of radiation that astronauts would be exposed to at high altitudes. Upon her return, she was rewarded with a … Clue: Space monkey. The first monkey sent to outer space was named Albert II. The purpose of the experiment was to explore the effects of radiation exposure at high altitudes. Since you are already here then chances are that you are looking for the Daily Themed Crossword Solutions. NASA Pioneering primates He was anesthetized for the flight, though, and died on … The Soviet Union was the first country to send the first living animals to space. Ham the chimpanzee went to the National Zoo in Washington DC after his brief career as an astronaut, where he lived for 17 years. They flew to a height of 360 miles (580 km) on May 28, 1959 aboard a Jupiter rocket. On May 28, 1959, aboard the JUPITER AM-18, Able, a rhesus monkey, and Miss Baker, a squirrel monkey, became the first monkeys to successfully return to Earth after traveling in space. Grave of Miss Baker, Space Monkey. Miss Baker, a squirrel monkey born in Iquito, Peru, was one of a pair of monkeys sent into space aboard a Jupiter rocket and brought safely back to earth on May 28, 1959… On 4 June 1949, Albert II became the first monkey in space, but he died on reentry when the parachute to his capsule failed. She was one of a pair of monkeys rocketed into space and returned alive, on May 28, 1959. Ham was from Cameroon, Africa, and was purchased by the USAF on the 9 th of July, 1959, for just $457. Crossword Monkey. The first primate to go to space was the rhesus macaque Albert II on June 14, 1949, who flew on top of a V2 rocket. And so a pair of mismatched monkeys found themselves bundled up and placed in a Jupiter missile. The first monkeys to survive a trip to and from space were Able, a rhesus monkey from Kansas, and Baker (pictured), a squirrel monkey from Peru. Albert II was a Rhesus Monkey, a small monkey that is known for its survivability of a large range of habitats. Space Monkey is a hat that was published into the avatar shop by ROBLOX on February 2, 2010. The first monkeys to survive the flight into space were two monkeys named Able and Miss Baker. The first astronauts to break through Earth’s atmosphere had no understanding of what they were doing. On May 28th, 1959, one rhesus monkey, named Able, and one squirrel monkey named Miss Baker became the first “astronauts” to survive a return flight into space. Able and a squirrel monkey named Baker were the first American animals to enter space and return safely. John Glenn became the first American astronaut to orbit Earth on 20 February 1962. 28 May 1959 - First creatures to return alive from space. Buried there is a history-making squirrel monkey known as "Miss Baker," the first American animal to fly in space and return alive. On May 28, 1959, a rhesus monkey named Able, plucked from a zoo in Independence, Kansas, and a squirrel monkey named Baker, made history as the first mammals to survive space flight. Space Fact - the first monkeys to return from space were Able and Baker in 1959. May 28, 1959 Miss Baker and her companion Miss Able become the first US animals to complete a successful flight into space and return alive. They were dogs and monkeys, strapped into rockets and blasted out of the world they knew – often, never to return. ... a squirrel monkey, and her space travel companion, Able, a rhesus monkey, in the run-up to their 16-minute space flight on May 28, 1959. The first primate to survive the trip into space, and to continue to live afterwards, was Miss Baker in 1959. 8. https://www.history.com/topics/cold-war/monkeys-travel-to-space-video Real Life. Animal Figure. Miss Baker is a squirrel monkey buried at the entrance to the U.S. Space and Rocket Center. Explorer 9 and Explorer 10 launched in February and March, and Mercury-Redstone 2 put a monkey in space: Ham survived his flight, and gratefully received an apple in return. Look no further because you will find whatever you are looking for in here. In the same year that Ham was born, the Soviet Union stunned the world with its Sputnik missions. During this same period, the Soviet Union launched 13 dogs toward orbit, five of which perished, including the first animal spacefarer – Laika . After the first American human flight another monkey called Enos lived trough his mission where he successfully orbited the earth. First US Animal, with her companion Miss Able (both names taken from alphabet phonetic words) to fly in space and return alive. [...] Read More "Little ___ rabbit who was the first of her kind to be launched into space in 1959" A mouse was launched into space on 15 August 1950 but did not survive the return journey. Able was born at the Ralph Mitchell Zoo in Independence, Kansas. On May 28, 1959, monkeys Able and Baker reached the edge of space and came back unharmed, and in 1959–61 a number of primates, including Ham, went on test flights of the Mercury capsule. The United States sent different monkey species implanted with sensors during the 1950s and 1960s. Tsygan & Dezik (dogs) - July 22, 1951 . In 1959 NASA went shopping for astronauts at a pet store in Miami. Three more one-man Mercury orbital flights went into space, the last being a 22-orbit mission in May 1963. Primates tend to have the largest brains, hence our website name. Ham (July 1957 – January 19, 1983), also known as Ham the Chimp and Ham the Astrochimp, was a chimpanzee and the first non-human hominid launched into space.On January 31, 1961, Ham flew a suborbital flight on the Mercury-Redstone 2 mission, part of the U.S. space program's Project Mercury. As of July 3, 2020, it has been favorited 390 times. Before Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin became the first human in space in 1961, there were the animals. Their flight launched on May 28, 1959… Two other monkeys, Albert III and IV also died when their rockets failed. Hope you enjoy using what we feel is the best crossword solver out there. Sam the Space Monkey Sam was a rhesus monkey that flew to an altitude of 88 km in 1959. They reached an altitude of 300 miles and a distance of 1500 miles while travelling at speeds over 10,000 miles per hour on their brief trip into space. There are related clues (shown below). These monkeys were all under anesthesia when the rocket launched from the United States. Space monkey is a crossword puzzle clue. We love monkeys, and know that their intelligence is through the roof. Miss Baker and another monkey, a rhesus macaque named Able, both survived the flight and became the first animals the U.S. returned safely from space. Albert II successfully reached space (about 65 miles above Earth), but died soon afterward from a parachute malfunction. In 1959, the U.S. needed a Cold War win and the country was eyeing spaceflight. The first animals sent into space were fruit flies aboard a U.S.-launched V-2 rocket on 20 February 1947 from White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico. Able on display at the National Air and Space museum. Bia 22 (1957 – November 29, 1984) was a squirrel monkey who in 1959 became, along with rhesus macaque Bia 22, one of the first two animals launched into space by … She was only two years old when she and her companion, Miss Able (a rhesus monkey), became the first US animals to fly to space and return alive. Welcome to our website for all Little ___ rabbit who was the first of her kind to be launched into space in 1959. He is an exhibit at the Air and Space Museum. In May of 1959, the famous monkey astronaut Able and her squirrel monkey friend Miss Baker, became the first monkeys to survive a space mission, return to Earth, and die under causes unrelated to space travel. 1940s. Able the Space Monkey is a supporting character in Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian and is portrayed by Crystal the monkey who also portrays Dexter. Before going off-sale, it was purchased 333 times. In 1959 NASA launched mission, which goal was to closely monitor life signs, mental state and cabin environment of these monkeys and safely return them to Earth alive. The best tip we can give you is to use the PATTERN feature! 1961 also saw the beginning of their two most important space programs to date. Two years before any humans flew into space, on May 28, 1959, Miss Baker and her colleague Miss Able, a rhesus monkey, were strapped into a Jupiter rocket and shot 300 miles into the sky. Two monkeys, Able and Baker, became the first living creatures to survive a space flight. Able, a seven-pound female rhesus monkey, and Baker, a one-pound female squirrel monkey were launched into space on May 28, 1959 in the nose cone of JUPITER Missile AM-18. The First Space Pioneers. On May 28, 1959 at Cape Canaveral, Able was placed in the nose cone of Jupiter AM-18 secured by a contour cradle made of fiberglass with sponge rubber lining specifically built for her body. 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By Amy Marcos | Photo: NASA
Throughout the month of July, the Challenger Learning Center of Tallahassee is celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Apollo 11 by hosting a variety of space-themed events and showings for families and children. Apollo 11 was the flight that landed two Americans, Commander Neil Armstrong and lunar module pilot Buzz Aldrin, on the moon back in 1969, and this Tallahassee center wants to commemorate it properly.
While a space camp for children in grades K-8 is currently wrapping up, the rest of the month of July is jam-packed with fun activities throughout the upcoming weeks, such as the “Moon, Stars and the Sunshine State” exhibit hosted in partnership with the Florida Historic Capitol Museum, a family trivia night, a movie night, and a day-long “lunar engagement day.” The full schedule of events for this day can be found below.
A particularly special aspect of the Challenger Learning Center’s month of celebration revolving around Apollo 11 is their showings of “Apollo 11: First Steps Edition,” which is directed by Todd Douglas Miller and distributed by MacGillivray Freeman Films. This program is sponsored in part by COCA’s Cultural Grant Program funded by the City of Tallahassee and Leon County.
To celebrate this historical achievement, all are welcome to go on over to the Challenger Learning Center of Tallahassee and learn more about it and take advantage of unique showings and presentations on Apollo 11.


Chinese Journal of Aeronautics
Volume 28, Issue 1, February 2015, Pages 152–163
Simulation-based training is a promising way to train a carrier flight deck crew because of the complex and dangerous working environment. Quantitative evaluation of simulation-based training quality is vital to make simulation-based training practical for aircraft carrier marshalling. This paper develops a personal computer-based aircraft carrier marshalling simulation system and a cave automatic virtual environment (CAVE)-based immersive environment. In order to compare the training effectiveness of simulation-based training and paper-based training, a learning cubic model is proposed and a contrast experiment is carried out as well. The experimental data is analyzed based on a simplified Kirkpatrick’s model. The results show that simulation-based training is better than paper-based training by 26.80% after three rounds of testing, which prove the effectiveness of simulation-based aircraft carrier marshalling training.
- Aircraft carrier marshalling;
- Kirkpatrick’s model;
- Learning cubic model;
- Simulation-based training;
- Training effectiveness
Aircraft carrier marshalling is visual signaling between ground personnel and pilots on an aircraft carrier. It is the main communication way between marshallers and pilots on the carrier deck. The traditional training of aircraft carrier marshalling normally consists of two parts: one is learning from operation manuals and the other is practical training on the carrier deck. However, the flight deck is a very complex and dangerous working environment,1 which is full of moving staff, devices, fighters, helicopters and other flight vehicles. So there is a high risk of injuries for marshallers who have not been well trained.
With the development of virtual simulation technology, simulation-based training (SBT) has been used in training situations where it would be too dangerous or logistically impossible to have users participate in an actual event.2 For example, Sastry et al.3 developed a prototype virtual environment for training flight deck officers (FDOs) with a view to study the types of interactions required in such an environment. In this virtual environment, trainee FDO signals the aircraft with arms to move and take off. Buche et al.4 proposed the integration of a generic and adaptable intelligent tutoring system into a virtual environment. The system is created using a multi-agent system, and aimed at instructing the learner and assisting the instructor. More applications were applied to other high risk work fields, such as Kizil’s system5 that helps prepare miners for dangerous situations that could not be addressed through traditional training methods. However, most of these papers are aimed at developing a virtual environment for training, instead of evaluating training quality. Eventually, both developers and users of SBT realize how important it is to scientifically evaluate SBT quality.
How to quantitatively evaluate the effectiveness of SBT is not intuitively obvious. According to a United States Government Accountability Office (GAO) report, Army and Marine Corps have increased the use of SBT and taken steps to collaborate on development efforts. They also cite benefits of SBT, but lack information to evaluate its impact on performance and cost.6
This paper develops a personal computer (PC)-based aircraft carrier marshalling simulation system and a cave automatic virtual environment (CAVE)7-based immersive environment. Considering that PCs are more widely used than CAVE, this paper focuses on evaluating PC-based training. In order to quantitatively evaluate the quality of SBT for aircraft carrier marshalling, a learning cubic model is proposed, as well as a training effectiveness evaluation model based on a traditional Kirkpatrick’s four level evaluation model. Then a contrast experiment is carried out with two groups of subjects and the results are analyzed. Finally, a description of the proposed future work is presented.
2. Two simulation systems for aircraft carrier marshalling
2.1. PC-based aircraft carrier marshalling simulation system
The PC-based aircraft carrier marshalling simulation system is developed for aircraft carrier marshallers. With virtual simulation technology, a virtual three-dimensional (3D) carrier is established as shown in Fig. 1. This system consists of 5 modules and 4 repositories. The 5 modules are terminal display control module, interactive operation module, operation process evaluation module, camera control module, operation process record and replay module. The 4 repositories are 3D module repository, motion repository, mapping repository, evaluation and record repository.
PC-based aircraft carrier marshalling simulation training system interface.
The marshalling data is from Naval Air Training and Operating Procedures Standardization (NATOPS)8 and this system contains 27 motion signals. Some typical motion signals — stop engines, check rudder, external starting air connected, affirmative, APU (Auxiliary Power Unit) disconnected, turn to the left, emergency stop, final preparation and lower wing flaps — are shown in Fig. 2.
Typical motion signals in PC-based aircraft carrier marshalling simulation training system.


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27 Aug 2023
The All India Peoples Science Network (AIPSN) salutes the scientists, engineers, technical staff and all others at ISRO, its affiliated Institutions, and all associated PSUs, other companies and contractors for the grand success of the Chandrayaan-3 Mission’s soft landing on the moon by the Vikram Lander and the Pragyaan Rover. The precision, with which the Mission was executed from launch to lunar orbit, and especially the autonomous powered descent of the Lander to the lunar surface, was indeed remarkable. In particular, AIPSN congratulates the ISRO team and associated experts for their collective, transparent and goal-oriented analysis of the factors leading to the crash of the Lander during Chandrayaan-2, and the subsequent corrective measures taken with respect to testing, hardware and software. This process and the visible success of Chandrayaan-3 has been a commendable example of the scientific method, evidence-based reasoning and peer review, which should be widely communicated to students, media and the public at large. The success of the Chandrayaan-3 Mission s a tribute to the vision and leadership during the first few decades after Independence and the paths charted towards self-reliance in science and technology.
AIPSN views the Chandrayaan-3 Mission as an important milestone towards future missions, both robotic and crewed, to the moon and other extra-terrestrial bodies. AIPSN notes that this demonstration of India’s capabilities in space technologies puts India in the vaunted company of a very few nations with such capabilities, and brings with it many opportunities and challenges. The success of the Chandrayaan-3 mission comes at a time of increased international interest in exploration of the Moon, including possible establishment of permanent or long-term crewed stations on the Moon or in orbit around it, which may later even be used as a gateway to exploration beyond our Moon. Such future activities carry with them great responsibilities and India, as one of the nations that would be participating in them, should prepare itself to shoulder these responsibilities on behalf of all humankind.
The Moon, our solar system, and outer space beyond it, are all a common good, knowledge about which belong to humanity as a whole, as the Prime Minister noted when he addressed the nation after the successful landing of the Vikram Lander. The Treaty on Principles Governing the Activities of States in the Exploration and Use of Outer Space, including the Moon and Other Celestial Bodies (1967), notes that “exploration and use … shall be carried out for the benefit and in the interests of all countries and shall be the province of all mankind.” It further declared that “outer space…is not subject to national appropriation by claim of sovereignty, by means of use or occupation, or by any other means.” AIPSN notes with concern that many countries, companies and others are speaking about exploiting their advanced space technology for commercial or strategic benefit. The US-led Artemis Mission explicitly accepts this possibility and, unfortunately, so does India’s new Space Policy which has not been placed or discussed in Parliament as such Policies should be. AIPSN calls upon the Government to clearly declare that it regards the Moon and other extra-terrestrial bodies as a common good of all humanity, and that it is opposed to national or corporate exploitation of any resources found in such bodies. India should also press for revitalization of the Outer Space Treaty and setting up of an international regulatory system under the United Nations to ensure that space remains a common good of all humankind.
The Government also needs to reconsider its naming of the Chandrayaan-3 landing site as “Shiv Shakti Point,” since this appears to run counter to the naming convention of the International Astronomical Union. The IAU requires that features of the moon be named after astronauts or scientists including physicists, mathematicians etc who have contributed to this field, e.g. Aryabhata and Homi Bhabha, which have been accepted by IAU in the past. The Government should propose such a name as would conform to IAU norms and therefore gain international acceptance.
Asha Mishra, General Secretary, AIPSN Mobile: 9425302012 Email: email@example.com
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