Content Archive: March 2022

Rotorcraft

CHP Helo Equipped with Recco SAR Detector

The Airborne SAR detector can locate lost/injured persons who are wearing clothing or other items fitted with Recco reflectors.
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Aircraft

IATA Opposes Bans on Parts Shipments to Russian Airlines

The International Air Transport Association cited safety as its “top priority” as it voiced opposition to bans on aircraft equipment to Russia.
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Regulations and Government

UK, U.S. Regulators Collaborate on eVTOL Certification

The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) will work closely with the FAA on eVTOL type certifications.
Maintenance and Modifications

Dart Products, Services Expand with Paravion Acquisition

Paravion's MRO and completions operation, Century Helicopters, included in acquisition by Dart Aerospace.
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Charter & Fractional

NetJets Agrees To Buy and Operate 150 Lilium eVTOLs

Fractional aircraft provider NetJets plans to add 150 Lilium eVTOLs to its fleet for potential operations in the U.S. and Europe.
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Regulations and Government

FAA Expanding Use of Review Boards for Aircraft Certifications

After forming a Technical Advisory Board for the Boeing Max recertification, the FAA is expanding that approach to projects involving a range of aircraft.
Aircraft

Daher Eyes Record Year Ahead

Based upon current order trends, French airframer Daher believes 2022 could be a record year for the company.
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Charter & Fractional

Jet Linx Opens Miami Terminal, Acquires Charter Firm

Jet card provider Jet Linx opens its private terminal at Miami-Opa locka Executive Airport and announces its acquisition of Southern Jet in Boca Raton.
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Regulations and Government

NBAA Looks To Shorten PIA Privacy Program Lag

NBAA is working with the FAA to address what it perceives as shortcomings with the Privacy ICAO Address (PIA) program.
Rotorcraft

Sikorsky Ponders Fate of S-76D

Production of Sikorsky's iconic S-76 twin could be licensed to a third party.
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