Content Archive: February 2016

Jet Aviation Hosts Bizav Industry Execs in Vienna

In just seven years, the event has grown from a handful of people to around 200, including 30 operators.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance

Global Jet Completes Buy of GE Capital Bizjet Portfolio

Outstanding part of the portfolio covered some 30 aircraft based in Mexico and Brazil.
Safety

BTC Provides Travel Guidance on Zika Virus Risk

The World Health Organization designated the Zika virus as a public health emergency of international concern.
Aircraft

Collins Fusion Avionics Upgrade STC'd for King Air 350

Upgrade immediately readies the aircraft for the future with simple airspace mandate compliance and essential capabilities for NextGen flying.
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Safety

Fractional Jet Pilots Needed for Academic Research

Project is investigating why fractional jet pilots have achieved a great safety record despite the operational challenges they face.
Maintenance and Modifications

Jet Aviation St. Louis Upgrades Aircraft Paint Shop

New controls for climate, air quality and final finish help ensure customers get a flawless, high-gloss paint finish.
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Regulations and Government

Pentagon Budget Pursues 'Arsenal Plane,' Swarming Drones

The arsenal plane is one of the R&D efforts being pursued by the Pentagon's Strategic Capabilities Office, said Defense Secretary Ash Carter.
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Environment

ICAO Committee Finalizing Aircraft Emissions Standards

Full aircraft emissions scheme will then be considered by all 191 ICAO member states at the UN aviation agency’s 39th Assembly in late September.
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Greenline Interiors and Finaero Sign Cabin Interior MoU

The companies are investing in a facility at DWC Al Maktoum to increase their capability for interior completions for customers in the region.
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Regulations and Government

Capitol Hill Opposition To ATC Plan Mounts

U.S. House appropriations leaders pen a letter similar to their Senate counterparts expressing opposition to an independent ATC organization.