Content Archive: August 2017

Safety

Episode 01: Flying into a Thunderstorm, Part 1

On May 16th, 2013, instrument-rated pilot Tim Valentine flew his Cirrus SR22 into a thunderstorm—this is the story of how he survived.

Russia Shows Concept For New Helicopter Carrier

At a recent naval show in St Petersburg, a replacement for the canceled Mistral deal with France was displayed in model form
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Rotorcraft

Midwest Helicopter Charter Firms Form One Sweet Company

Sweet Helicopters provides private helicopter charters and aerial production services.
Maintenance and Modifications

Wijet Re-ups with Gama Aviation on Fleet Maintenance

The deal, which has been extended indefinitely, covers the European air taxi provider's fleet of 15 Cessna Mustangs.
Avionics

Avionics Protection Plans Provide the Ultimate Luxury: Peace of Mind

For a single per-hour rate catered to your fleet requirements, HAPP ensures your aircraft is back on the flight line in the quickest possible timeframe.
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Airlines

Qatar Airways Drops Proposal to Buy Stake in American Airlines

The announcement by the Doha-based carrier follows American Airlines' decision to discontinue their codesharing partnership.
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Aircraft

France and Germany To Develop New Fighter Without UK?

Confusingly, there are now two “Future Combat Air System” projects in Europe.
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FBOs

Second FBO Opens at SoCal's Hawthorne Airport

After providing hangar services at Jack Northrop Field/Hawthorne Municipal Airport for several years, Hawthorne Hanger Operations has taken the next step
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Maintenance and Modifications

CRS Jet Spares Notches 35th Anniversary

The company's celebration is tempered by the lost of its founder earlier this year.
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Aircraft

China Shows New Fighters, Missiles and Drones

The appearance of new Chinese fighters, missiles and drones in a big military parade suggests that entry into service has already occurred.
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