Content Archive: October 2010

Engines

Pratt’s PW1000G subject of Rolls lawsuit

Rolls-Royce in late August filed a complaint alleging
Aircraft

Alenia Aermacchi M346 Confirmed for Singapore Trainer

Singapore last week confirmed its choice of the Alenia Aerm
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FBOs

FBOs position themselves on the front lines against agroterrorism

During the past few years, FBOs and airports with international arrivals have been developing processes to handle what’s known as “regulated garbage.” U.S.
Aircraft

EADS Flies Barracuda UCAV Demonstrator Again

The EADS Barracuda UCAV technology demonstrator
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Aircraft

South African Air Force Mulls Airlift Requirements, Contenders

Airlift manufacturers were prominent at last month’s African Aerospace and Defence show in Cape Town, highlighting the need of the South African Air Force
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Aircraft

Denel Aviation Revamps the Rooivalk Attack Helicopter

Last week Denel Aviation delivered the first fully upgraded Rooivalk back to the South African Air Force (SAAF).
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Aircraft

UK’s Future A330 Tanker Progresses Amid PFI Controversy

The first Airbus A330 future strategic tanker aircraft (FSTA) for the UK Royal Air Force (RAF) made its first flight after conversion on September 13.
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Cabin Interior and Electronics

N.Z. firm offers a multi-role BBJ cabin

The multi-role business jet cabin has come of age as several companies step in to serve a growing market for such ­in­teriors.
Aircraft

Preowned Update: Inventory continues steady decline from last year’s record high

The eye-popping total of 2,750 pre-owned aircraft for sale today is a lot based on historical standards, but it is well below the peak reached a little mor
Engines

Product Support Survey 2010 Part 3: Engines

Williams keeps the top spot with AIN readers for turbofan support, and Rolls-Royce is the leader in supporting turboprops/turboshafts