Content Archive: August 2016

Aircraft

British Hybrid Airship Makes Delayed 'First' Flight

Manufacturer says that defense is still the key market, although civil authorities EASA and UK CAA will monitor flight tests.
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Aircraft

WeatherTech Stretches G280’s Legs to the Limit

Despite its 3,600-nm book-number range, the G280 landed with reserve fuel in excess of NBAA IFR requirements on the record-breaking flight.
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Regulations and Government

EASA To Tighten Pilot Medical Requirements

Proposals will serve as the basis for rulemaking to be published by the European Commission toward year-end.
Avionics

AIN Blog: How To Fix the Low-cost Simulation Game

There must be a better way to replicate modern integrated flight decks in low-cost simulators so pilots can use them for realistic practice.
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Airlines

A4A: Airlines Edge Closer to Average Corporate Profitability

The 10 major carriers analyzed by Airlines for America collectively reported pre-tax profit of $12 billion during the first half of 2016.
Rotorcraft

Argentina’s Cicare Prepares for Certified Helos

The small, family-owned company has its sights set on several development projects.
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Rotorcraft

Bristow Helicopters Crews Aid Louisiana Flood Rescues

Bristow crews retrieved people from flooded homes, small boats, levees and high ground surrounded by floodwaters.
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Rotorcraft

New Challenges for Erickson

Long-term financing plan needed.
Regulations and Government

CBP's Kerlikowske To Address NBAA Opening Session

Kerlikowske has been lauded for his efforts to collaborate with the business aviation community on key access issues.
Maintenance and Modifications

StandardAero Halves TFE731 Core Inspection Times

The inspections, conducted under the FastLane program, took about two weeks.