Content Archive: February 2019

Avionics

EASA: Operators Need To Prep for GPS Rollover Event

On April 6, nav data from some GPS receivers will become inaccurate unless they are reset to account for the next so-called “week number” rollover event.
Maintenance and Modifications

Asia-Pacific Ripe for OEMs’ Burgeoning Services Business

Boeing’s Keskar characterizes MRO and related services as more competitive than aircraft sales.
Aircraft

Britten-Norman Expands Manufacturing Footprint

UK's aircraft manufacturer is keen to grow its upgrades and modifications business, while new aircraft manufacturing continues at a low level.
FBOs

CAA Sees Strong Growth in Membership, Network

The Corporate Aircraft Association, which negotiates fuel discounts on behalf of its Part 91 members, will soon add five new FBOs to its preferred network
Aircraft

Gulfstream's G650ER Notches Another Speed Record

The OEM's flagship now has more than 85 records under its belt.
Maintenance and Modifications

Embraer's Sorocaba MRO Sees First Legacy 600 Refurb

The project on the 2006 aircraft included a cabin renovation, new paint scheme, landging gear overhaul and avionics upgrades.
Rotorcraft

Russia Finds Indian Suppliers for Light Utility Helicopter

The Army and Air Force are expected to sign deals with Russian Helicopters later this month.
Aircraft

Southwest Airlines Launches Probe into Flight Disruptions

An unusual number of maintenance-related flight cancellations and delays continue to dog the U.S. low-fare carrier.
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Aircraft

Lockheed Martin Offers F-21 to India

The company is expecting India to release a request for information, at which time it will offer the aircraft as a multi-role fighter
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FBOs

Jet Aviation Completes San Juan FBO Purchase

While the company had managed the facility since its 2017 rebranding, the plan had always been for it to fully acquire the location as part of its network.
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