Content Archive: November 2020

Regulations and Government

House Clears Aircraft Certification Reform Act

The House-passed Aircraft Certification Reform and Accountability Act is designed to address concerns raised in the aftermath of the Max crashes.
Safety

NBAA Webinar Focuses On Saying ‘No’

One of the tenants of business aviation is its versatility and flexibility, but what happens when you can’t go?
Airlines

Asia-Pac Groups Amplify Calls for Cross-border Cooperation

The AAPA is urging governments to fully adopt ICAO CART guidelines to spur demand beyond so-called green lanes for business travel.
Aircraft

TAG Maintenance Services Adds PC-24 Support

Pilatus Aircraft has authorized TAG Maintenance Services to provide line and base maintenance on the PC-24 twinjet.
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Aircraft

Jetcraft Releases Pre-Owned Jet Forecast

Despite the havoc wrought by the Covid pandemic, global aircraft brokerage Jetcraft has just released its Five-year Pre-Owned Market Forecast.
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Airlines

Boeing Sees Big Need for Freighters amid E-commerce Growth

A newly released cargo forecast from Boeing projects more than a 60 percent growth in the freighter fleet by 2040.
Regulations and Government

GAO Calls for Better Training, Tracking of Cert Changes

The GAO says the FAA's implementation of revised Part 23 certification rules has left agency inspectors uncertain on how to implement the new approach.
Rotorcraft

U.S., European Schools To Offer Joint Helo Training

Rotorcraft students complete FAA and EASA training on parallel tracks under the program offered by Hillsboro Aero Academy in partnership with RotorSky.

Ricci, Rosen Take New 'Blank Check' Firm Public

Kenneth Ricci's and Steven Rosen's special purpose acquisition company, Zanite Acquitision, is going public on Tuesday with an IPO priced at $200 million.
Aircraft

Hungary Signs for Two KC-390 Tanker/Transports

The KC-390s will provide tactical transport, refueling for Gripen fighters, and medical evacuation capability.
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