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Philip Belt of Hagerstown has retired from hand-crafting fortepianos such as the one Mozart used when composing. Belt holds an album recorded by Cornell University professor Malcolm Bilson using a piano Belt constructed.(Photo: Rachel E. Sheeley/Palladium-Item) Story Highlights Hagerstown craftsman … Continue reading →

The United States government has selected a brand new model of jet to fill the role of Air Force One, President Obama’s specialized plane. The U.S. Air Force announced that a fleet of Boeing 747-8 jets will take over the … Continue reading →

For years, enthusiasts have wanted lax regulation concerning unmanned aircraft. It’s understandable. You have a hobby. The government restricts you. You want the government to back down. Now, many people are getting their wish. What The FAA Is Doing The … Continue reading →

Drone that crashed onto the White House grounds early Monday.(Photo: Secret Service) A drunken man’s 3 a.m. drone flight into President Obama’s backyard Monday revealed a fresh vulnerability in White House security, but as risks go, the incident doesn’t suggest … Continue reading →

“We love having the guys here,” said Grant Carrigan, general manger at the MAX. “They’re just a good group of users.” It’s a mutual partnership. The PRC Electric Flying Club makes use of the facility during some off hours, and … Continue reading →

Local News Columbia considering selling or leasing its water system Article source: http://www.thestate.com/2015/01/28/3954727/boeing-reports-4q-profit-of-147.html

An MC-130J Commando II taxis on the flightline of Kadena Air Base, Japan. The MC-130J will replace the MC-130P Combat Shadow aircraft assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Group’s 17th Special Operations Squadron.(Photo: Tech. Sgt. Alexy Saltekoff/US Air Force) WASHINGTON … Continue reading →