Monthly Archives: June 2014

Too Late To ‘Pologize For NSA Revenge Porn Leak

Defenders of NSA leaker Edward Snowden insist there’s no evidence his revelations have weakened America’s intelligence capabilities or harmed agents in the field. Well, they’ve certainly been detrimental to John Schindler, a former NSA officer, academic, intelligence specialist, and stalwart … Continue reading

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That Toy Is Now a Drone, Says the FAA

According to my best reading of a notice the FAA announced on Monday, things like the US $154 Husban X4 quadcopter are no longer toys—they are true drone aircraft in the FAA’s eyes and cannot be flown without a certificate … Continue reading

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U.S. Stealth Jet Fleet Grounded

The U.S. Air Force has grounded its fleet of stealthy Lockheed Martin F-35 Joint Strike Fighters (JSF) after one aircraft caught fire on takeoff Monday at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida. While the pilot got out of the stricken … Continue reading

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Model airplanes of yesteryear take to the skies in St. Charles

Calling all World War I and World War II airplane buffs! The Fox Valley Aero Club’s Windy City Warbird and Classics model airplane show event continues through dusk Saturday at the club’s airfield on Route 38 west of Randall Road … Continue reading

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Batavia Remote Control Flying Club goes sky high

STAFFORD — Nothing beats the thrill of flying. “But when you’re too old and can’t afford to fly a real one, a remote-controlled airplane is just the thing,” said Dick Smith, who is president of the Batavia Remote Control Flying … Continue reading

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Academy of Model Aeronautics Responds to FAA Interpretive Rule Addressing …

The FAA interpretive rule effectively negates Congress’ intentions, and is contrary to the law. Muncie, IN (PRWEB) June 25, 2014 The Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) has reviewed FAA’s recently released Interpretive Rule in which the agency provided its interpretation … Continue reading

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Australia’s Laser Pointer Ban Isn’t Working Very Well

Image: US Coast Guard From Russia to the US, pilots are complaining about getting lasers pointed squarely into their eyes while they’re trying to land. That’s obviously illegal, but it’s also a hard crime to track, so, in response, Australia … Continue reading

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