Avion Issue 4 Fall 2016

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USAF’s New Bomber Name Revealed - the B21 “Raider”

Henry Neiberlien News Editor

The B-21 or bomber for the 21st century is the air force’s new long-range stealth bomber capable of carrying the heaviest payloads in the inventory including thermonuclear weapons. The B-21 is part of the Long Range Strike Bomber program for which Northrop Grumman secured the contract.

The B-21 is a flying wing with a similar configuration to its older brother the B-2 Spirit. However, the B-21 is intended to be much more affordable. The projected cost of the B-21 is expected to be $550 million each as opposed to $737 million for the B-2. The B-2 program cost $44.75 billion, though, and the high costs of developing the stealth technology lead to the cancellation of all

but twenty aircraft orders.

The B-21 utilizes technology already developed through the B-2 program, so the cost is going to be drastically lower. This lower cost means more aircraft, and the USAF hopes to purchase 80-100 aircraft. The US Air Force Strike Command hopes for even more planes, possibly up to 200 aircraft.

The B-21 will be very high-technically communicated via combat network to

other planes, like the F-35, unmanned aircraft, and satellite communication. The network of communication and the advanced sensor suite on the B-21 will make it a very versatile aircraft in the field, able to change mission on the fly. The B-21 is also stealthy, being able to penetrate through denied airspace into enemy territory to deliver its deadly payload.

The B-21 can be optionally manned or unmanned

two of which were Russian and one American.

The initial schedule had the crew launching on Sept. 23 and then docking with the ISS on Sept.

25. However, after revealing the technical fault, due to a short circuit and multiple days of testing, the Russian space agency Rocosmos announced a renewed launch date for the mission of November 1st. This new launch date interlays the delayed launch into a complex series of missions of astronauts to and from

the International Space Station. Currently, the station is staffed with three astronauts from MS-01 who have been there since July 6 and were scheduled to return to Earth on Oct. 30, under the circumstance that the three astronauts on the now-delayed mission had launched to the station by then. Additionally, three astronauts were scheduled to launch on MS-03 to the station to replace the three astronauts from MS-02 on Nov. 15. Details on this situation are

still sparse due to ongoing developments with repairs and rescheduling of the launch schedule for the rest of 2016. Finally, this underlies the simple lack of developed technology in the Russian space program. The Soyuz MS spacecraft, currently the only viable transport to and from space, has been in service with the Russians since the 1960s and is rumored to be the last update of its kind as Rocosmos plans to develop new crewed spacecraft for the coming decades.

depending on the mission.

However, the USAF hopes to maintain a human in the loop. The USAF also states that the aircraft will never be unmanned while carrying nuclear weapons.

The B-21 is powered by twin Pratt & Whitney F135 engines, the same engine that powers the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter. Lockheed Martin hopes this commonality will reduce the cost of the engine overall. The B-21

is expected to be operational by 2030. On the 19th of this month, the B-21 was formally named the “Raider.”

This name was in honor of the Doolittle Raiders who carried out the first strike on the Japanese home islands in 1942. This is fitting, as the Doolittle Raid was a very long range mission deep into enemy territory to strike their capital city at a time when it was thought they were untouchable.

Technical Fault Delays ISS Launch

Hugo Fonck Correspondant

What’s Inside

The upcoming launch of the next ISS crew was delayed after testing of current spacecraft revealed and undisclosed technical problem, the Russian space agency reported. The launch, Soyuz MS-02, was initially scheduled for Friday, Sept. 23, but upon discovery of the fault on Saturday, Sept. 17, the Russian space agency announced an “indefinite delay.” The crew of three astronauts,

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LT Jamie Gonzalez Campus Safety A warm welcome to our new ERAU students and the ones returning. Incredible how time quickly passes us by. As new students, you may find that you are miles and miles away from home.

Regardless where you come from, you should be aware that crime does not have borders and is present in every corner of the world.

Campus Safety & Security would like to offer you some valuable tips, which if followed, may decrease the chances of you becoming a victim of a crime.

Remember that there is safety in numbers. If you

venture off campus, go with a couple of buddies and always be aware of your surroundings.

Remember that the legal age to purchase or consume alcohol in Florida is 21.

Also be aware that possessing a fake ID is a felony of the third degree.

While on campus, protect your property. Never leave it unattended, even if is just for a minute.

Remember to always lock your room door and encourage your roommate to do the same. If you brought a bicycle, motorcycle, or a car, we require you to register them. You can do so by logging into ERNIE, click on Departments, click

on Daytona Beach Campus, scroll down and click on Campus Safety and Security, and click on the link for Online Parking Decals.

It is best to secure your bicycle using a Kryptonite U-Lock available at Campus Safety & Security Safety Services office next to the EagleCard office.

If you go to the Fitness Center to workout, it is best to invest in a combination lock to secure your valuables inside the lockers.

On a few of the articles last semester, I profiled a few safety officers so that you, our readers, would become more familiar with them. This semester, Director Mannix wanted me to

profile LT Jaime Gonzalez.

He is the Crime Prevention Supervisor. He’s a familiar face to many, and he oversees the Crime Prevention Practitioner Program.

Jaime has many years’ experience in Public Safety, including 30 years with the Philadelphia Police Department. He is also a former Marine and a former Pennsylvania Army National Guardsman.

His office is located in Mod 3. Jaime is always willing and ready to meet with you and help you in any way.

Stop by for a visit, have a safe semester, and as always remember, “It’s in your interest!”

The Evasons: Mentalist Duo Blowing Minds for Over 30 Years Abrielle Otero Correspondent On the night of September 23 The Evasons, a famous mentalist duo and husband and wife from Canada, took the stage for a night to remember. The doors opened at 8:00 pm and the show ended around 10:00 pm.

Unlike the hypnotist shows in the past, the Evasons’ show was held in the ERAU Student Center.

Tessa Evason was the psychic while her husband Jeff was her right-hand man throughout the show.

Both onstage and off, the Evasons were amazing people. The show had mul-

tiple acts that all included random members from the audience. Most of the show consisted of Tessa correctly guessing information about people that she never even met before by reading their minds. While blindfolded, she guessed multiple people's names in the crowd, and even audience members' beloved items had with them.

One student that participated in the show had a picture of a loved one with them, and Tessa correctly said that the participant had a picture of someone with them, who that person was in relation to the student, and what that person’s name was. Every cor-

rect guess added more and more to the audience’s awe.

Another act involved four male students picking up a female student with only two of their fingers.

Probably the most impressive act was the finale. They took a picture of a participant sitting up on stage with a Polaroid camera, once the photo developed the audience’s jaws dropped. The developed picture contained a face floating above the participant’s head that was not there in person.

The participant later confirmed that the face was of her late grandmother.

Offstage and after the show, Tessa and Jeff were

selling small trinkets including pendulums and chakra bracelets. Tessa was able to answer personal questions and have deep conversations with select students who went up to their table. She even taught those students about palmistry and chakras and read their palms for them.

It was a unique experience.

At the end of the show, Bonus Bucks were given out to ERAU students. All in all, the Evasons put on an amazing performance that ran chills down the spines of the audience.

Many students left with their minds blown, so one could say the Evasons did their job right.

Feature: Council of Presidents

Andy Bronshteyn/The Avion Newspaper Chad Stearns, Director of Operations for the SGA, speaks at the Council of Presidents. The Council of Presidents is a meeting where leaders of various on-campus organizations meet to discuss all of their plans for the future, as well as to listen to speakers. The main speaker for this event was Patrick Currer, the advisor of EcoCar3. His team is currently transforming a Chevy Camaro into a hybrid.

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SGA Town Hall: Updates & New Proposals Keenan Thungtrakul Senior Reporter On Sept. 20, the SGA executive board came together in the Henderson Welcome Center to host a Town Hall meeting open to the student body.

Several important updates were announced at that meeting, including the latest situations with the new Student Union, on-campus parking, and internal workings that the SGA is hoping to make transparent to the students so that they are aware of what is currently going on.

The most important change that was announced is the proposed increase in the SGA fee. The SGA fee is a flat-rate $100 charged to

every student each semester. The money collected through this allows the SGA to fund on-campus organizations, making all the outside research projects, Touch-N-Go events, clubs, and Town Hall meetings possible. A smart poll conducted during the meeting showed the majority favoring raising the SGA fee from $100 to $150. More details will be released by the SGA as the decision process continues, with the goal of giving the students a concise, clearcut explanation of why it is being increased and how the additional money will be used. The increase in the SGA fee means more money is available for clubs and organizations on

campus. For example, this increase in available funds will allow Touch-N-Go to bring more high-profile, popular bands and comedians to campus for the students to see.

As far as the new Student Union is concerned, it will not remain an empty lot for long. The underground utility layouts are being completed, with vertical construction to begin in the Spring 2017 semester. Construction will continue through the fall semester with the finishing touches done in the Spring 2018 semester. The grand opening of the Student Union to the student body is due in fall of 2018. There is even a project to make the Student Union a stu-

dent-run building, making it an even better place for students to hang out.

Construction of the new Union and the new residence hall has both created and destroyed parking areas on campus. Parking is always a problem on campus, but the SGA is doing what it can to make it easier to find reliable parking.

The recent expansion of the parking lot near Doolittle has added around 300 new parking spots. The lot is signed as green and yellow to allow both residents and commuter students to find parking. The Cochran parking lot, near Apollo Hall, is now only for commuter students.

Besides continual adjustments to make the parking

experience on campus better, the SGA also has many internal projects that aim to improve student life and communication with the student body. One example is raising school spirit.

The most common idea is hosting tailgate parties before major home games, allowing students and faculty to hang out and have fun before the game.

Aside from raising school spirit, the SGA is continuing its commitment to transparency. The SGA is here to help! They are open to your ideas and suggestions on how to make student life better.

Last year the SGA hosted Student Appreciation Day to show that it cares for the students. Free food

was offered and also free rides from either the residence halls or parking lots to the classroom buildings.

They plan on continuing that outreach this year. In addition to this, the SGA is thinking of various investments they could make with the increased budget that will come with the increase in the SGA fee.

Gaming lounges could be constructed in the residence halls, charging stations could be placed in the Student Center or the new Union when it is built, you name it. The ideas are endless, the only people limiting the things the SGA can do are the students! If you have an idea to help make life better, swing it by the SGA office!

Series on Study Abroad: Lessons Learned Keenan Thungtrakul Senior Reporter

Try new foods, travel to places not on the itinerary during free time. Explore the culture, and more importantly, experience it. What I experienced in Greece served to make me who I am now.

Strive to be your best.

That could not be truer than when on Mount Olympus. The hike up to the top was strenuous, and I was exhausted when my team finally reached our destination. During the hike, I had my friends helping me, and the tour leaders behind my back to support me. They helped me through what I will say is the hardest task I have done on that trip.

I could not have done it without them. If I had not strived to make the journey, then I would not have known the value of

Left: The end of the first portion of the Antikythera Mechanism Program was marked by this beautiful sunset.

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When it was time to get on the bus to go to the airport to return home, I came to the conclusion that if I did not come on this study abroad to Greece, I would not have learned these important lessons.

Being away from home, half a world away, farther than any place I have gone, have given me these main takeaways from a trip of a lifetime.

You have to be flexible.

I could not have been told that enough times at home. Not everything will go according to plan. There will be that little caveat or mistake that can result in long delays that no one likes or circumstances that are beyond control change, resulting in a change of schedule. No one likes to have to abandon travel plans, but you have to do what you have to do. One saying is always true: you cannot do everything.

Friendships go a long way.

I will admit, when I first got off the plane in Athens, I was a lone wolf. I would stick with familiar faces but then lose them in the crowd. The other students who were on the trip with me had their predefined groups that they would stick with, and I would be alone. That was good and bad. Being alone, I could wander anywhere I wanted to at a tour stop. As long as I had a rendezvous point in mind with the rest of the group, I was essentially free to explore. The bad side of this is that I could easily get lost. Lost in a bad way. I remember during

a guided tour I got separated from the rest of the group and could not find them for another hour. I will have to say that I was lucky to know where the group was going to go next otherwise I would be hopelessly lost. Even worse, no one seemed to notice that I was missing. This changed as the trip progressed. I began including myself in the various groups, and they were able to help me have a good time. I built new friendships and strengthened existing ones.

By the end of the trip, I had friends looking after me and asking me to hang out with them or go places with them. This path from a loner to a welcomed friend was not an easy one, but it shows that building friendships as soon as possible into the trip is crucial if you want to enjoy your time abroad.

Get out of your comfort zone.

For me, that was driving an ATV and taking hikes.

You never know what the trip will bring regarding new experiences. Be ready to take advantage of such opportunities because they may not exist back home. You may only have one or two chances maximum to experience it.

Do it while you can, so you can start working on your “bucket list.�

Have fun, and try something new.

This ties in with getting out of your comfort zone.

Although study abroad is partly a learning experience, it is also part travel experience. You will want to have fun; otherwise, the trip will be boring.

Make your trip your own.

courage and teamwork.

This is the end of my series on study abroad.

I hope that these articles gave you insight into

the potential that a study abroad experience can bolster your character, your life skills, and your professional development.

Again, if an opportunity presents itself, consider taking advantage of it. It can and will change your life for the better.

Get to Know your SGA Aaronn Spiewak Vice President, SGA Senior, Aeronautics Aaronn Spiewak is in his fourth year here at Embry-Riddle, studying Aeronautics with minors in Unmanned Aircraft Systems, Aeronautical Studies, and Computer Science. He is extremely involved on campus with many different clubs and activities. Aaronn has been a part of the Student Government Association for two years now. He started as an Associate Justice on the Student Court and stayed in that position until he ran forVice President. He is very student oriented, always trying to help anyone out. He wants to make sure that everyone knows that if they have a question that can be answered by him, he will answer, as well as answering any and all suggestions put in the various suggestion boxes that left an email address. If there is something you would like to see done, please talk to Aaronn and/or email him at sgavpres@erau.edu.

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Airshow Center Florida International Airshow Punta Gorda, FL October 21-23

• Featuring Franklin’s Flying Circus, Randy Ball in his MiG-17, Jerry “Jive” Kirby in his 2006 RV-8A, Dan Buchannan in his signature glider performance, Gary Ward in his MX2, the Twin Tiger Yak52 Aerobatic Team, the U.S. Army Golden Knights, and Scott Yoak’s P-51 “Quicksilver” Mustang demonstration. Tickets start at $15. _________

Stuart Air Show Stuart, Florida November 4-6

• This year’s show features the

U.S. Navy Leap Frogs, Skip Stewart, Patty Wagstaff in her Extra 330, Matt Younkin in his Twin Beach 18, and numerous military demonstration teams. _________

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BlueWings Club Kicks Off Partnership With JetBlue Keenan Thungtrakul Senior Reporter On the evening of Sept.

23, a group of aspiring pilots met in the atrium at the College of Aviation for the first ever meeting of the Embry-Riddle BlueWings club. This club is one of the newest professional student organizations for Aeronautical Science and other aviation-related majors.

The meeting had a business casual feel to it. Representatives from JetBlue, ExpressJet, and Cape Air were there to meet and greet students and intro-

duce them to their new University Gateway program. With JetBlue expanding its fleet, they are looking for a wealth of new pilots and crew team members.

Recently, they have begun flight service to Cuba, and now they are looking at expanding into Europe.

After the meet-andgreet had concluded, the company representatives gave a presentation on the University Gateway program. The program will allow the company to better train future captains and first officers through their partnerships with Cape Air

and ExpressJet. Accepted applicants will be paired with current employees who will serve as mentors to them. As the students continue to gain experience and flight time, their mentors will provide advice and encouragement throughout the training process.

Starting from university, program participants will complete an internship while in school or shortly after graduating.

Once that is done, participants will instruct for a year before becoming eligible for first officer positions at JetBlue’s partners. Instructing

allows participants to continue building their knowledge as well as help bring up the next generation of airline pilots.

Following the one year or more of flight instructing, program participants can now interview with either Cape Air or ExpressJet. When accepted, participants can fly either small propeller-driven planes in remote areas or jump right into jets. Cape Air flyers will be flying in particular regions such as the Caribbean or New England, while ExpressJet flyers will operate domes-

tic flights in conjunction with major carriers such as American, United, and Delta. ExpressJet operates the small American Eagle, Delta Connection, and United Express jets that are seen flying around.

Following the presentation, the company representatives opened the floor to any and all questions from the audience. It is their hope that the students present would consider applying for the Gateway program so that the students’ careers can have a smoother take-off.

Jacksonville Sea and Sky Spectacular Jacksonville, FL November 5-6

• Jacksonville features per-

formances from the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, GEICO Skytypers, and Scott Yoak’s Quicksilver P-51 Mustang. _________

Wings Over Homestead

Homestead ARB, FL November 5-6

• Homestead features per-

formances from the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, the U.S. Army Golden Knights, and the Shockwave Jet Truck.

Photo Courtesy: Christine Zahornacky Photography, C.P.A.A. Photographer Above: JetBlue, Cape Air, Expressjet and BlueWings members, left to right: First Office Alex Starko, ExpressJet Embraer 145; Kyle McKenna, Lead Recruiter Cape Air; Capt. Matt Sorenson, jetBlue; Josh Young, Treasurer, BlueWings; Mike Chaney, Vice President of BlueWings; First Officer Tanner Johnson, ExpressJet, Embraer 145; Capt. Jose Cballero, jetBlue University Gateway Program Manager; Capt. Scott Johnson, jetBlue; Capt. Armando Garcia, Cape Air Cessna 402; Isaac Laplante, Secretary Blue, Wings; Capt. Julia Bury, Cape Air Cessna 402; Ashley Holmes, President, BlueWings.

Airlines Losing Interest in the A380 This Week in Aviation History September 27th,1913 Katherine Stinson becomes the first woman in the United States to make an offical airmail flight.

September 28th,1920 American pilot Howard Rinehart becomes the first person to fly an airplane with retractable landing gear.

October 1st, 1861 The United States Army Balloon Corp is formed.

Major William J. Knight pilots the North American X-15 to a record 4,534 mph.

October 4th, 1909

Wilbur Wright makes a flight along the Hudson River.

The future of the largest commercial passenger airliner in history went into question when Singapore Airlines decided not to renew its lease on five of its A380s on Sept. 15.

Singapore Airlines still has yet to decide what to do with the four more remaining aircraft in its fleet. The Australian Airline Qantas and Malaysian Airlines have also lost interest in the aircraft and hope to offload their planes to other Asian carriers.

This news comes as Airlines are shifting their focus from hefty aircraft that can carry up to 800 people, to smaller, more fuel-efficient planes that are much less expensive to operate. The A380 is a massive aircraft; so large that some airports, and most terminals, are not equipped to handle them.

This size means expensive renovations for airports that want to accept A380 flights. Most airlines are now looking towards the Boeing 787 and Airbus A350 for the future as these planes are extremely fuel efficient and long range.

Not only can they handle long haul flights with ease, but they also can complete a large number of short haul flights before having to refuel. However, airlines that are mostly long haul only flights such as Emirates are still dedicated to the

A380 platform. Perhaps if Airbus could make this aircraft more appealing to the changing tide, as opposed to keeping it stagnant, it could keep orders coming.

They could offer more efficient engines trough the NEO program as seen

on the A320 series, and they can even redesign the wing surface to improve fuel efficiency. This solution, of course, is only if Airbus is willing to invest in an aircraft that is suffering from lack of interest from the airline industry.

Left: Airbus A380.

The A380 is the world’s only full double-deck passenger airliner.

Known as the “Superjumbo”, the plane can carry 853 passenger over 9,755 miles.

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10 Must-Haves for Any Flight Bag

Andy Lichtenstein Former Editor-In-Chief

The key to resolving any emergency is to come prepared. Hopefully, you carry some or all of these items everytime you fly.

Some items in this list will help you get the aircraft on the ground safely. Should the unthinkable happen, the remainder are excellent pieces of safety equipment that can improve your odds of survival after an impact.

1) Handheld Radio This is critical for the instrument pilot, but would certainly help a VFR pilot in a communications bind or catastrophic electrical failure. Some radios have a NAV function that enables the pilot to fly an instrument approach with certain restrictions. This is rather unnecessary.

If you have an electrical failure that prevents you from communicating with ATC, hop on that handheld, declare an emergency and request heading and altitude assignments to the nearest suitable airport.

In my opinion, there is no need to purchase the more expensive option. A simple VHF transceiver can be

found for less than $200.

Check your batteries regularly. Some models are rechargeable or include a convenient 12V adapter for the airplane.

If you are taking a break from flying, remove the batteries, if possible, to avoid corrosion.

Engine noise can make communications unreadable for you and the controller. Make sure your radio can connect to your headset.

2) Seat Belt Cutter Although the thought of getting into an accident is something we would like to save for another day, planning ahead can improve your chances of surviving an impact and all the potential events that follow, such as a post-crash fire. Having the ability to evacuate quickly is paramount. A decent knife with a built in glass breaker and seat belt cutter can be easily found for around $30 on Amazon.

Keep it on your person and not in your flight bag.

In an impact, you will likely be disoriented and your flight bag could be ejected out of the airplane or simply out of reach. During your safety briefing, tell

your passengers about where you keep the seatbelt cutter on your person in case you become incapacitated or are unable to access it. Some knives have a clip that allows for improved visibility and easy access after a wreck.

3) Fire Starter Fire provides warmth in the cold and creates an excellent signaling device after a crash. Matches are convenient and easy to use. However, matches can get wet and even with storm proof ones; you only have so many. A nice flint and steel fire starter with a built-in whistle can be found for around $10 on Amazon.

Realistically, matches are cheaper, easier to use and will likely do the job. However, it’s good to be prepared for anything. Blizetec manufactures a knife with a glass breaker, seatbelt cutter, fire starter, and belt clip.

At the time of this writing, it was on sale for less than $40 on Amazon Prime, when the knife normally retails for around $89.99. http://amzn.to/2cPqlBl 4) Water In Florida, we all know this is a must have, especially for anyone who flies

a Piper Arrow during the summer. Make an effort to stay hydrated regardless of where or when you fly.

5) Beef Jerky Protein is important, and it comes with a decent shelf life. Some areas pilots overfly are less populated than others. Help may be several hours away. The packaging is water tight, light weight, and occupies very little space, making it an ideal carry item for those who may be stranded after an impact.

It’s also delicious.

6) Plyers Let’s be honest. This is only because the pilot before you got a little enthusiastic when tightening that oil dipstick.

7) Flashlight This is a given. As with a handheld radio, check your batteries regularly. Try to buy one with a red light function for night operations.

8) Solar Power Bank I highly recommend my Efans solar charger.

This product features a 10,000mAh battery bank with dual USB ports to charge your phone and iPad simultaneously. It can be charged with a traditional USB cable or through

solar power, allowing your devices to remain wpowered indefinitely.

The entire design is water, dust and drop resistant. It also has a built-in flashlight with an SOS function. The product retails for $62.99 on Amazon. At the time of this writing, it could be purchased for $19.99 with free shipping. http://amzn.to/2cGNQal 9) Extra batteries If any of your equipment requires traditional replaceable batteries, make it a habit to always carry an adequate number of spares for each device.

10) Mylar Blanket Anyone who flies up north can tell you the cold can be brutal if you come unprepared. In a crash scenario, a Mylar blanket is cheap, compact and lightweight.

It provides warmth in the evening, with shade and reflectivity during the day.

This list is merely a set of recommendations and is by no means meant to address every eventuality.

Know your aircraft, keep your personal minimums in mind, and be cognizant of the hazards within your operating environment.

Happy flying!

The Controversial, Perfectly-Timed iPhone 7 Hugo Fonck Correspondent On Sept. 16, 2016, at a little after 1:45 p.m., I became the proud owner of a brand-new iPhone 7, bought on launch day. But why was I proud? People have been saying for years that Apple is reversing the progress it made to its consumer products line under the final years of Steve Jobs’ leadership.

The widespread social atmosphere around the iPhone 7 has been that this upgrade is weak in comparison to previous years, but here’s why they are wrong.

The iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus look vastly different from their predecessors, between the dual camera system on the 7 Plus, new touch sensor home button, stereo speakers and the life-saving addition of water resistance.

Coming from an iPhone 5c up to this phone, it is incredible to see what Apple has been able to accom-

plish while staying faithful to a unique design and software format, and that is exactly why people view this upgrade as weak. Apple is trying to stay true to its roots while still improving its systems, and the public has become accustomed to broad, sweeping design and software changes, and in today’s maturing smartphone market, those events will become fewer and far between.

Why was the launch of the iPhone 7 perfectly timed? The answer does not have to do with the iPhone 7 itself, but instead with the Samsung Galaxy Note 7.

Due to rumors of a weak upgrade year for the iPhone, Samsung reportedly scrambled in a rush to release a device that would easily outshine the iPhone 7. So on Aug. 2 Samsung executives took the stage to unveil the new device, with the VP of Marketing even touting “Want to know what else it comes with?

An audio jack. Just saying.”

While true, reports began to surface within days of its release of batteries in the new device exploding, and in the weeks since the Note 7 has turned into a horrifying PR nightmare for Samsung.

It is true that Apple made a very odd move in ditching the conventional 3.5 mm audio jack, as Phil Schiller of Apple explained in his Keynote: the 3.5 mm audio jack has been around for a very, very long time, and it is about time we begin to embrace new, younger technology that can accomplish those tasks in a different way, such as Bluetooth. Technology needs to push the boundary of conventional thought for innovation to succeed.

Finally, the questions I have been asked many times due to my status as a diehard Apple fanboy. Why stick with all Apple? Why stay so faithful to something that is just a company?

What makes Apple so much better than all the offerings

in the smartphone market?

There are many answers to this question, but there are two answers that I prefer to give above all. First, Apple is the unrivaled, dominant power in a market where their unique selling point from the first generation handset onwards has always been seamless, consumer-friendly integration between hardware and software. Macs were never designed to be the computing backbone of multinational corporations, but they were designed to make you and your neighbor’s life at home simpler and better organized in the digital age.

Second, since the archaic days of the first iPod and the mass proliferation of the Mac, Apple has become a true lifestyle brand. When their executives gather every six months in a grand theater in Silicon Valley, it is not just to unveil a new technological product that they want you to buy; it is to unveil the newest piece of the lifestyle that Apple

wants you to be a part of.

That is the reason why Apple partners with so many brands such as Nike and countless other third-party app developers to provide seamless integration with apps like Pokemon Go, which will now be available on the Apple Watch, or ViewRanger, which uses the new Apple Watch’s GPS to become your new favorite hiking guide.

Apple has truly become more than a product brand; it has become a representation of a lifestyle and how you appear to the outside world. And whether you are a diehard Apple fan like me, somebody who owns them but is not very invested in them, somebody who owns an Android or Microsoft product and hates Apple, or somebody with no opinion, there is one thing that is true: Apple is still growing as strongly as they have been in the last 15 years, and it looks like they still have many more good years to go.

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Launch Control Center Worlview 4- Atlas 5 TBD @ 2:30-3:00pm Vandenberg AFB SLC-3E

SBRIS- Atlas 5

TBD Cape Canaveral AFS SLC-41

GOES-R- Atlas 5

Nov. 4 @ 5:40-7:40pm Cape Canaveral AFS SLC-41

CYGNSS - Pegusus XL Nov. 21 @ 8:00-9:00am Cape Canaveral AFS L-1011 Air-Launched

EchoStar 19 - Atlas 5 Dec 8 @ TBD Cape Canaveral AFS SLC-41

ISS Sightings September 27

7:54 P.M. - Appears from, 10 degrees above SSW, max height 42 degrees, disappears 13 degrees above ENE, visible for 6 minutes.

September 28

8:41 P.M. - Appears from, 23 degrees above NW, max height 24 degrees, disappears 15 degrees above N, visible for 2 minutes.

September 29

7:49 P.M. - Appears from, 40 degrees above W, max height 51 degrees, disappears 11 degrees above NNE, visible for 4 minutes.

September 30

8:34 P.M. - Appears from, 10 degrees above NW, max height 10 degrees, disappears 10 degrees above NNW, visible for 1 minute.

October 1

7:42 P.M. - Appears from, 18 degrees above NW, max height 18 degrees, disappears 10 degrees above N, visible for 3 minutes.

This Week in Space History September 29, 2004 The Burt Rutan Ansari X Prize entry SpaceShipOne performed a successful spaceflight, the first of two needed to win the prize.

September 29, 1946 A Lockheed P2 V Neptune sets a new distance record of 11,235 miles (18,081 km)

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Friday Women’s Volleyball vs Palm Beach Atlantic Daytona Beach, FLA @ 7:00 PM

v Saturday Women’s Volleyball vs Nova Southeastern Daytona Beach, FLA @ 4:00 PM Women’s Soccer vs Tampa Tampa, FLA @ 7:00 PM Men’s Soccer vs Tampa Daytona Beach, FLA @ 7:00 PM Men’s Golf vs Flagler Ormond Beach, FLA

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ERAU Men’s Soccer Battles Eckerd to a 1-1 Tie Emily Ferguson ERAU Athletics ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – The Embry Riddle men's soccer team battled the Tritons of Eckerd College to a 1-1 draw on Saturday.

The Eagles' record is now 2-3-2 while the Tritons' record is 5-1-2.

The first half of the game produced no goals for either team with only four shots on goal by the Eagles and one by the Tritons.

"It was one of our best overall performances of the year," said head coach Dave Gregson, "Our spacing was good, we were brave enough to play, created loads of good chances and on anther night could have had three or four goals."

Daniel Gylfason had an opportunity to score in the 34th minute when he

took the ball on a breakaway inside the box and went one-on-one with Eckerd goalkeeper, Alex Gott, who saved the shot.

Pierre Hertin also had a scoring opportunity in the 42nd minute after he received a through ball from Gylfason and challenged Gott, who again, got hands on the shot to prevent an Eagle goal.

Richard Dearle was strong in defending the net in the second half with a diving save in the 45th minute of the game. He remained calm during the Tritons' scoring opportunity in the 59th minute and easily saved the header that was sent his way.

In the 76th minute Eckerd's Jordan Lee dribbled the ball through a sea of Eagle defenders and maneuvered a shot past Dearle from the six-yard

vs ERAU: 1

Eckerd: 1

box to take the lead with a score of 1-0.

The Eagle's tied the game in the 85th minute after Joao Belmonte received a through ball from Felix Moller at the top of the box, dribbled to the left corner and sent the ball past Gott, bringing the score to 1-1 Overtime resulted in a lot of back-and-forth action with neither team able to get past the opposing goalkeeper.

The 107th minute marked a scoring opportunity for the Eagles when Belmonte went one-on-

one with Gott in front of the net, however Gott managed to grab the ball just in time to save the shot, leaving the score 1-1 at the final whistle. Dearle tallied ten saves on the night.

"We keep improving with each game," Gregson continued, "We have a week of training now to try and implement a few new ideas before the Tampa game."

The Eagles return to action Saturday, Oct. 1 when they take on Tampa at the Embry-Riddle Soccer Stadium at 7 p.m.

ERAU Women’s Soccer defeats Eckerd 3-0 ERAU Athletics DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – A goal in the first half and a pair of scores in the second lifted the 15th-ranked Embry-Riddle women's soccer team to a 3-0 defeat of Eckerd, Saturday at the ERAU Soccer Stadium. The victory marked the Eagles' sixth shutout of the season and improved their overall record to 5-1-1, while the Tritons evened their record at 5-5.

"First, I want to give credit to Danielle [Fotopoulos] and the Eckerd team," ERAU Head Coach Samantha Bohon said.

"They have some players that can really hurt you, so we felt we had to keep a 90-minute focus to get the result."

Embry-Riddle had the better of the possession in the first 15 minutes of the contest, but the momentum shifted to the other side of the field where the Tritons registered six shots and three corner kicks before the Eagles managed to get their first shot of the game in the 23rd minute.

Although it came late, the Eagles' first shot was effective as it led to their first goal of the evening. The play started when, after the Eagle defense cleared the ball out of danger, it made its way down the field and got to Maria Schmiedhofer in the box. Schmiedhofer's shot was blocked by an Eckerd defender, but Isabelle

Haaranen was on hand to collect the rebound and buried her second goal of the season to give the Blue and Gold a 1-0 lead at the half.

Less than nine minutes into the second half, Schmiedhofer got a goal of her own. The Tritons were able to get the ball over the halfway line after Eckerd goalkeeper Casey Winn managed to smother Andrea Froshaug's close-range shot.

The Eagle defense collected the ball and got it back to Schmiedhofer who executed a give-and-go with Froshaug.

Schmiedhofer continued her run into the six-yard box and Froshaug played a perfect pass through to the freshman whose shot went across the face of the goal and into the side netting to extend the Eagle lead to 2-0.

In the 58th minute, Froshaug hit a driven ball toward the top left corner of the goal that required Winn to make an acrobatic save. Rachel Owens took the resulting corner kick and her low cross went through a few players to Haaranen. Haaranen deftly flicked the ball behind her to Sophie Brundin who capped the Eagles' scoring with her second goal of the season.

Goalkeeper Fanny Kristiansson was a major factor for the Eagles once again as her three saves, all of which came in the first half, helped the Eagles stay in

vs ERAU: 3

Eckerd: 0

the game when the Tritons had the momentum.

"I'm pleased to see how our team responded after we challenged them this week," Bohon continued. "It was fantastic to see more connection and linking between each of the lines. I'd be remiss if I didn't mention how pleased I am that we've managed to earn six shutouts in our first seven games.

Tonight, we were able to add a more dangerous attack to the defensive effort.

"Now, we get to take advantage of a bye on Wednesday and decompress for an extra day this weekend before gearing up for the second half of the season."

The Eagles will return to the pitch on Oct. 1 when they travel west to take on Tampa at 7 p.m.

Jack Taylor/The Avion Newspaper Isabelle Haaranen fights the soccer ball away from an Eckard player during Saturday’s win for Embry-Riddle..

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