Content Archive: October 2014

Rotorcraft

NTSB Faults Pilot in Fatal 2011 Blue Hawaiian Crash

Weather was a contributing factor
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Braathen Promotes U.S. Model for European Regionals

Braathens boss Per Braathen advocates more consolidation and closer ties with major carriers for Europe's regional airlines.
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Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Unmanned Aircraft Exemption Requests Now Exceed 50

The number of applicants seeking to operate unmanned aircraft by exemption is increasing.
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NBAA Pins Down Locations for 2015 Bizav Regional Forums

Regional forums offer some of the benefits of NBAA’s annual convention in convenient locations across the U.S.
Engines

Williams, Rolls-Royce Tie for Best Bizjet Engine Support

In rankings for turboprop support, Honeywell retained the number-one position.
FBOs

Houston OKs Lease for Sixth FBO at Hobby Airport

Black Forest Ventures plans to break ground early next year on a new $20 million Galaxy FBO.

Historic UK Airport To Close on October 16

Bond Helicopters, which has used Blackpool as a base for offshore oil-and-gas flights, is looking for an alternative airfield.
FBOs

Hawthorne Acquires Wisconsin FBO, Bringing Chain to Five Facilities

The Hawthorne Eau Claire FBO has a newly renovated passenger terminal complete with passenger and pilot lounges.

Delaware Governor On Slate for Second-day Opening Session at NBAA 2014

Gov. Jack Markell will also participate in an “aviation-related announcement” later that afternoon at the Delaware River & Bay Authority.