Content Archive: May 2015

Aircraft

PC-24 Gets Off to a Flying Start

On May 11 Pilatus achieved the first flight of the PC-24 business jet. The company is embarking on a test campaign to certificate the jet in 2017.
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StandardAero Invests in Component Repair at Winnipeg

The investments will expand floor space and allow for research and development efforts.
Aircraft

Europe Officials Approve Citation CJ3+

Cessna has brought its Citation CJ3+ to Europe for the first time, as the type gets EASA certification.
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Aircraft

Wheels Up Firms Up More King Air 350i Orders

To date, Wheels Up has taken delivery of 31 of its initial firm order for 35 King Airs from Textron Aviation.
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Charter & Fractional

Wheels Up Expects Europe Launch in Late 2016

U.S. private aviation membership membership program Wheels Up expects to begin European operations in 2016.
Regulations and Government

Ky Outlines Vision For Harmonized, Performance-Based Regulations In Europe

Ky joined NBAA, EBAA and Geneva officials to formally kick off EBACE
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Maintenance and Modifications

Separate Dreamliner Completions Announced by Rivals

GDC Technics notches its third 787 outfitting, and Jet Aviation receives the first private 787-9 completion contract.
Regulations and Government

Scheduled Special VFR Ban at IAD Withdrawn

FAA amends rule on the basis of a negative comment.
Rotorcraft

FAA Issues AD on Enstrom Rotor Spindle Cracks

As a result of a January crash of a 280FX, the safety agency is shortening the window between inspection intervals for the helicopter maker.
Aircraft

Europe Officials Approve Citation CJ3+

Cessna has brought its Citation CJ3+ to Europe for the first time, as the type gets EASA certification.