Content Archive: March 2020
In Crisis, Luxaviation Offers a Helping Hand
The Luxembourg-based aviation services provider will extend its buying power to its competitors and smaller operators during this time of crisis.
Tamarack Emerges from Bankruptcy after Court Approval
The manufacturer of active load-alleviation system (Atlas) winglets entered Chapter 11 bankruptcy last June.
Rotorcraft
Army FLRAA Moves Forward with Valor and Defiant
The process of finding a replacement for the U.S. Army’s large fleet of Black Hawk helicopters continues with the Valor and Defiant going head-to-head.
Airports
Airports Call for Globally Coordinated Slot Use Waivers
ACI World is asking airlines to implement “more realistic flight schedules” as it concedes the need for slot-use waivers.
WingX: Covid-19 Dampening Bizav Flights in Europe
FWingX's latest Business Aviation Monitor found business aviation flights dipped in February in Europe, marking a turnaround from January gains.
Maintenance and Modifications
Flying Colours Opens New Ontario Paint Facility
The paint facility is housed in a hangar that when complete will measure 100,000 sq ft.
NBAA Event's Charity Initiative Sees First Decade
The Pay-It-Forward charity component has been a part of NBAA's Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference for the past 10 years.
Gogo 5G Explained
Your biggest 5G questions. Answered by Gogo experts.
Airlines
U.S. Regional Airline Trans States to Close on April 1
The St. Louis-based United Express partner has accelerated its original plan to draw down operations by year-end.
Safety
FlightOS Automation System Promises Safety and Flexibility
The new FlightOS flight automation system from Skyryse is to be available for retrofit on almost any aircraft. It is intended to relieve pilot workload.
