Content Archive: March 2019

Rotorcraft

Mecaer Delivers Landmark VIP Bell 505

Canada’s Helite Aviation takes first Jet Ranger X in North America with "Magnificent" interior.
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Rotorcraft

Deborah Wells Joins BBA Aviation's Global Engine Services

Wells will oversee GES’s global strategic operational and business improvement from the company’s main headquarters at DFW airport.
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Rotorcraft

Equity Firm Acquires Helo Cargo Supplier Onboard Systems

Onboard Systems' cargo equipment is found on more than 30 different helicopter types.
Accidents

Fatal Helicopter Accident Rate Climbing

Private flying, utility missions saw increases in fatal crashes.
Safety

FAA's Duncan To Keynote BASS

Duncan has been a champion of the agency's compliance philosophy.
Charter & Fractional

EBAA Reiterates Permit Deadline To Operate under Brexit

Foreign commerical operators will not be able to continue flying to, from, or within the UK without a foreign carrier permit or third-party approval.
Airlines

Indonesia To Institute Crackdown on Flying Schools

A 2018 audit shows deficiences at nearly half of Indonesia’s training institutions.
Regulations and Government

Qatar Airways Qualifies Interest in Africa Investment

Qatar Airways CEO Al Baker says he'll do business only in countries that show good governance.
Aircraft

Airbus Starts A380 Transition Talks with Labor Groups

The European airframer estimates the superjumbo’s cancellation will result in the loss of as many as 3,500 jobs.

Thales Reports Mixed 2018 Financial Results

The French industrial group reported strong growth in defense and security, but mediocre aerospace results.