Content Archive: February 2011

FBOs

APP Jet Center Adds to Its FBO Stable

APP Jet Center has acquired the former Key Air FBO at Fort Pierce Airport in Florida, making it the lone aviation services provider on the field.
Maintenance and Modifications

Snap-on system tracks tools, prevents FOD

Most mechanics are familiar with the Snap-on tool truck that arrives weekly at the maintenance hangar, dispensing not only shiny and traditional wrenches a
ATC

FAA Awards Operational Cert for Falcon 7X EVS

The FAA issued operational certification for the Dassault Falcon 7X enhanced vision system (EVS), which will allow pilots who have completed the required t

Embraer Takes Bizav by Storm, Eyes Global Jet Segment

In just two years, Embraer has moved from a minor player in the business jet market–garnering only 3 percent of market share by volume in 2008–to one that
Engines

Shortage of TPE331 Parts Affecting Operators

Operators and service centers of Honeywell TPE331-powered aircraft are reporting lengthy delays for delivery of engine parts.
Maintenance and Modifications

MRO Profile: Air Services

Air Services, Constant Aviation’s mobile aircraft recovery team, grew out of a 2004 accident on Cleveland Hopkins Airport in which a taxiing Embraer ERJ135
Charter & Fractional

EBAA pushes for rule harmonization as tax and flexibility concerns blur safety standards

The European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) is refocusing its lobbying efforts as it seeks to address regulatory inconsistencies not only between Wes

Airbus Sets Bizliner Delivery Record in 2010

Airbus Corporate Jets set a new record for bizliner deliveries last year.

NBAA Seeing Double for 2011 Convention Static Display

This year’s NBAA Convention–to be held October 10 to 12 in Las Vegas–will have not one but two static display areas, marking a first in the 64-year history
ATC

DOT IG Notes Technical Problems in FAA NextGen Programs

Last week, Department of Transportation Inspector General (IG) Calvin Scovel III, along with an MIT representative and an FAA vice president, gave separate