Content Archive: February 2018

Aircraft

PC-24 Brings PlaneSense Fleet to 41 Aircraft

Company expects to receive at least two more of the new twinjets within the next 12 months and two more next year.
Regulations and Government

SAFO Warns of King Air 90 Fuel Mismanagement

If improper fuel planning allows fuel to be depleted on that side, both engines will most likely flame out, even though usable fuel remains in the tanks.
Charter & Fractional

Rectrix Fleet Approved for DCA Flights

Only specific gateway airports, certain airlines and a few private plane companies have met the security qualifications required to have access at DCA.
ATC

DOT IG: FAA Not Up to Speed in Stars Integration

Despite installation of this major ATC system upgrade, the FAA has “experienced challenges” in transitioning from the legacy system to Stars.
Airports

London City Airport Closed after WWII-era Bomb Found

Airport in London’s Docklands closed by unexploded WW2 bomb discovery.
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Airports

White House Aims To Spur Shift in Airport Investments

The White House plan also would curb FAA approval activities in certain airport projects.
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Regulations and Government

White House Budget Renews ATC Privatization Call

White House proposal immediately draws renewed fire from NBAA.
FBOs

St. Croix FBO Looks To Rebuild

After damage from Hurricane Maria forced the company from its facility, Bohlke International Airways is poised to bounce back in a big way.
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Training and Workforce

Embry-Riddle, Singapore Airlines Team for New Pilots

"Flight Minor" program offers flight training to Asia Campus students for first time, with last year of s study in the U.S., earning ratings

Orbital ATK Hopes to Penetrate Asia Market With Airborne Gun System

Over-watch capabilities are needed in Asia, and further development is being undertaken to help see beneath dense jungle canopies.
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