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Boeing KC-767 Tanker: Sized Right for the Fight The KC-767 Advanced Tanker developed by Boeing was sized to meet the aerial refueling requirements of the U.S. Air Force's mission and exceeded performance requirements to replace the aging, yet storied fleet of KC-135 medium tankers. Cessna Wraps Up 80th Year As 2007 comes to a close, Cessna Aircraft Company, a Textron Inc. company, looks back at an eventful year. Nov. 9 airpower summary: B-1B Lancer delivers precision Coalition airpower integrated with coalition ground forces in Iraq and the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan during operations Nov. 9, according to Combined Air and Space Operations Center officials here. Steve Fossett James Stephen Fossett (born April 22, 1944) is an American aviator, sailor and adventurer known for his appetite for setting world records. Adventurer Steve Fossett missing Adventurer Steve Fossett has gone missing over western Nevada. He took off in a single engine plane and has not been seen since. Reports say that Fossett was flying to look for a suitable site for his planned land speed record attempt. Hawker 750 First Flight Hawker Beechcraft Corporation achieved first flight of the Hawker 750 the newest member of the Hawker family on August 23, 2007. STS-117: The Mirror Mission This spring's STS-117 space shuttle mission is not science fiction, but it may seem to involve another old science fiction theme: the mirror universe. Columbus, Ohio, to celebrate 'Air Force Heritage Week' Reaffirming its commitment to the commemoration of 60 years of air and space power, the United States Air Force announced Feb. 23 that Columbus, Ohio, has been selected as host for the nation's only Air Force Heritage Week. Missile Defenses in Europe Would Shield Against Iran, Not Russia Basing missile defenses in Eastern Europe would protect the United States, deployed U.S. troops and Europe against Iran and other rogue nations, but would pose no threat to Russia's missile deterrent, the director of the Missile Defense Agency said here today. WE LEAD.COM! From traditional Air and Space Expeditionary Force deployments, to embedded support to the U.S. Army, the 22nd Communications Squadron is embroiled, day-to-day, in the Global War on Terror. Strike Eagles 'rain thunder' on enemy When an F-15E Strike Eagle goes by low and fast, the ground shakes and even crew chiefs with years of experience with the aircraft can be surprised. STS-116 Crew Home for the Holidays Space Shuttle Discovery touched down on Kennedy Space Center's Runway 15 at 5:32 p.m. EST on Dec. 22, wrapping up a resoundingly successful mission to rewire the International Space Station and retract a stubborn solar array. Beechcraft Premier IA Tour On Oct. 29, 2006, the Beechcraft Premier IA, serial number RB161 departed Geneva for a multi-week, multi-country tour. Bush: Americans Should Honor Memory of 9/11 Victims As the United States gets ready to mark the fifth anniversary of the terrorist attacks of Sept, 11, 2001, it is important to remember and honor the memory of every person lost on that day, President Bush said. WICHITA FLIGHT FESTIVAL DETAILS ANNOUNCED City of Wichita Mayor Carlos Mayans, along with Wichita Festivals, Inc. President/CEO, Janet Wright announced details of the 2006 Wichita Flight Festival at a press conference, Monday, July 17. Discovery mission update - 7/5/06 The Astronauts of Space Shuttle Discovery examined their spaceship with the Orbiter Boom Sensor System today and found no evidence of any damage Aviation Museum To Focus on Family Fun With a new focus on family and aviation education, The Kansas Aviation Museum's annual showcase event, Aviation Discovery Days, will be held June 17-18, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Kansas Aerospace Employment The state of the aerospace industry in Kansas has always depended not only on the American economy but also the world economy. Rocketplane XP The Rocketplane® XP is a suborbital spaceplane under development by Rocketplane Limited, Inc. He's made it! It was not how many had anticipated Steve Fossett to arrive after his record breaking voyage. Steve lands as an uninvited guest! Congratulations to Steve Fossett, who has broken the world record for the longest ever flight in history and made a dramatic landing through the sunset - at Bournemouth Airport. Up and away - he's off! As the sun rose over the NASA Kennedy Space Centre so too did Steve Fossett and the Virgin Atlantic GlobalFlyer. A Set Back for the Global Flyer Team Unfortunately Steve Fossett's planned repositioning of the Virgin Atlantic GlobalFlyer from Salina, Kansas to Kennedy Space Center in Florida will not take place on Friday 6 January as previously planned. Walter J. Boyne Named Lyman Award Winner Walter J. Boyne, author of 40 books and former director of the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum, is the winner of the 2005 Lauren D. Lyman Award for excellence in aviation journalism. CESSNA ANNOUNCES CITATION ENCORE+ Cessna Aircraft Company announced it will offer the Citation Encore+ as the successor to its light jet market pleaser, the Citation Encore. Veteran's Day, November 11, 2005 Formerly Armistice Day, November 11, is the anniversary of the Armistice which was signed in the Forest of Compiegne by the Allies and the Germans in 1918. Bombardier Power Line-Up Lands At NBAA 2005 Bombardier Aerospace will highlight its line-up of business jets during the 58th National Business Aviation Association Annual Meeting and Convention in Orlando, Florida, November 8-11, 2005. GA big part of massive relief effort The massive rescue and recovery efforts continue along the Gulf Coast, and general aviation aircraft and airports are playing an important role. Amelia Earhart Festival Honors Hometown Daughter High-flying aerobatics, authors of new books about Amelia Earhart, a panel discussion of distinguished women, and spectacular fireworks over the Missouri River are among highlights of the 9th annual Amelia Earhart Festival. Boeing Discusses Progress on 787 Dreamliner Boeing, during a briefing at the Paris Air Show reported strong progress on many aspects of the all-new 787 Dreamliner that make the airplane more appealing to passengers and airlines. ONEX MOVING FORWARD WITH BOEING PURCHASE Nigel Wright, Onex Corporation managing director, today reaffirmed the company's intention to complete the purchase of Boeing Commercial Airplanes' Wichita/Oklahoma operations. ASTEC receives Raytheon Coin Award The National Institute for Aviation Research's Aircraft Structural Testing and Evaluation Center (ASTEC) has received one of Raytheon's Achievement Coins of Excellence. Rocketplane Limited conducts research at NIAR Rocketplane Limited, Inc. recently utilized NIAR's facilities for further research and development of their creation, Rocketplane XP Spaceplane, a space vehicle that will send passengers more than 300,000 feet above Earth. Boeing’s Newest Fighter Aircraft Makes First Flight Company's reputation for delivering the most lethal fighter aircraft to militaries around the world continued today when their newest fighter aircraft, the F-15K Strike Eagle, made its first flight in St. Louis. Aviation history has been made! Steve Fossett and the Virgin Global Flyer make history after 67 hours and 2 minutes, successfully completing the fastest, non-stop, non-refuelled flight around the world. NIAR composites workshop educates industry The workshop, taught by NIAR researchers and faculty members, served to educate the engineers on composite materials in the areas of repair, manufacturing, testing and stress. NIAR expands into new technology In an effort to maintain its status as a premier aviation research facility, the National Institute for Aviation Research has developed a new laboratory in the area of Advanced Joining. Press reports about GPS shutdown highly exaggerated President Bush has signed a new policy that guarantees the availability and reliability of GPS for civilian use. And despite some exaggerated press reports, there is no imminent threat that GPS will be shut down. NBAA 2004 Convention in Las Vegas! The National Business Aviation Association, Inc. (NBAA) is holding its 57th Annual Meeting & Convention (NBAA2004) from October 12 through 14 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The 2004 Wichita Aviation Festival The 2004 Wichita Aviation Festival will take place this September 24-26. To make the most of it, use this calendar of events to plan a fun-filled family weekend. New Aviation Online Forum Wings Over Kansas has a new aviation online forum for aviators, enthusiasts and aerospace professional worldwide. National Air Tour 2003 Join aviators from across the nation at 7:30 A.M. Saturday, September 13th for a pancake feed sponsored by the Kansas Aviation Museum. 100 Years of Flight We will all have the opportunity to celebrate 100 years of aviation history in the Air Capital of the World on the weekend of 18-21 Sept. Stearman Fly-In! The Cheyenne County Airport in St. Francis, Kansas hosts the annual Stearman Fly-In, Saturday, June 14th. Riverside Airport Gala Fly-In! A Wichita Aviation Landmark turns 50. Riverside Airport located at 3414 North Hoover Road, Wichita, Kansas celebrates its "Golden Jubilee" on Saturday, October 5th, 2002. |