NBAA Convention News 2008

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Aircraft

Foreign firms resuscitate old turboprop designs

Three popular unpressurized twin turboprops from the past have or will soon re-enter production.
Aircraft

Bombardier mulls executive C Series

Bombardier is taking a hard look at offering an executive conversion of its recently announced C Series single-aisle twinjet to compete with the Embraer Li

J.A. Air Center moves to new Chicago-area home

After 33 years at DuPage Airport in Chicago, FBO J.A.
Aircraft

Sizing up your choices

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Maintenance and Modifications

Blackhawk Mod Gets EASA OK

The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has granted Waco, Texas-based Blackhawk Modifications approval for its Pratt & Whitney PT6A-52 engine upgrade fo

EJM Joins OHSA Elite

Executive Jet Management (EJM) has been designated a Star Participant in OSHA’s Voluntary Protection Program (VPP).
Maintenance and Modifications

ICG Gets Repair Station Approval

International Communications Group (ICG) is now an FAA-approved repair station.
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Leather Goes Wild at Edelman

Edelman Leather (Booth No.
Engines

P&WC expands engine offerings

Pratt & Whitney Canada’s prospects in the business jet and general aviation markets remain bright despite the air of economic uncertainty stemming from the
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Portable JetBed promises in-flight sleeping comfort

Looking for something more comfortable for a nap, or perhaps a more substantial snooze, than a reclining seat? JetBed of Downers Grove, Ill.