Sean Broderick

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Aircraft

P&WC Eyes Near-term Lift From Bizav Market

PW800 entry into service will boost small-engine OEM's revenues

U.S. Budget Stalemate Threatens B-21 Bomber Ramp-up

FY18 budget requests 35 percent increase for long-range stealth strike program
Engines

Growing MTU Eyeing Next-generation Technology

Engine specialist looks to future even as it reaps benefits from current programs
Aircraft

Used Business Aircraft Prices Fell Marketwide in 2017

Spread between asking, sale prices narrowed, however.
Avionics

Wx24 Pilot App Adds Cloud-Cover Feature

Data helps fill gap at airports without TAFs.
Aircraft

2017 Preowned Sales Signal Signs for Optimism

More business jets are not selling, which could signal a surge as transaction prices continue to firm.
Airlines

Delta Eyes Cost Savings, Fleet Shifts While Awaiting C Series

Reiterates intent to take Bombardier aircraft without tariffs
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Accidents

Unstable Approach Led to 2016 MU-2B Accident In Quebec

Pilots did not consider go-around, TSB report found.
Aircraft

Canaccord Sees NMA Launch, Narrowbody Stamina in '18

Production rate increases will go forward, but might not last, firm projects
ATC

FlightAware Doubles ADS-B Ground Tracking Network

FlightAware, through its FlightFeeder program, makes and distributes ADS-B receivers to volunteers, who host the units.
Airports

Letter to Airmen Details Revised Aspen 'Wrap' Procedure

The procedures, in use for years, were reviewed by the FAA last year to ensure they met the agency's latest regulations and guidance.
Aircraft

Bombardier Confident In CRJ Sales Upswing

Company believes refreshed cabin will help drive sales in still-relevant large RJ market
Maintenance and Modifications

U.S. Maintenance Training Standards Poised for Major Overhaul

Late industry push could see competency-based approach introduced.
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Regulations and Government

IBAC Updates on IS-BAH Growth, IS-BAO Compliance

The council also continues to work with EASA on recognition of IS-BAO as an alternate means of compliance for EASA Part NCC.
Environment

Biofuels Could Reduce Contrail Formation, Research Finds

Among the findings: biofuels emit less soot, which led to a 50- to 70-percent reduction in particle emissions.
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ATC

EASA Seeks Input On Broader Remote Tower Rules

Proposed rule would establish requirements for "technical, operational, and procedural" remote tower operations.
Avionics

EASA Issues Final Electronic Flight Bag Rule Proposal

Rules introduce operational approvals for Type B EFB applications for all operators, and integrate ICAO standards and recommended practices.
Maintenance and Modifications

ATEC Study: AMT Schools Need To Boost Enrollment

27 percent of aircraft mechanics are age 64 or older, but AMT graduates entering aviation represent only about 2 percent of the total workforce annually.
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Cabin Interior and Electronics

Satcom Direct Intros Premium Support for Jet ConneX

Provides customers with outage notifications, coverage alerts, on-site support from Satcom Direct and guaranteed response times.
Airlines

A321neo Arrival Positions Hawaiian for Network Optimization

New U.S. and international markets, upgraded services part of near-term strategy
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Rotorcraft

Aurora Proves An Autonomous Huey Can Work; U.S. Marines Testing Next

The Autonomous Aerial Cargo Utility System (AACUS) employs a UH-1H testbed fitted with special sensors and software
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Rotorcraft

Trials Help Validate Alert Modes for Offshore HTAWS Use

Part of a broader effort from association HeliOffshore, which works with OEMs, operators, and oil and gas companies to improve offshore rotorcraft safety.
Aircraft

Boom Lands Japan Air Lines as Major Investor, Customer

Deal could see airline order up to 20 supersonic airliners
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Safety

FAA Urges Small Drone Pilots To Wear Vests

The move comes as the FAA attempts to cut down on the number of nuisance reports and general concerns tied to sUAS flying.

Africa's Bizjet Fleet To Grow 25% by 2025, GJC Predicts

Southern Africa will lead the growth, seeing its fleet expand by a net total of about 40 aircraft, to 184, in the next eight years.
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Cabin Interior and Electronics

UTAS Finding Buyers for Expanded Attendant Seat Line

Customers include both airlines and VVIP customers
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Airlines

OEMs Banking On Strong Middle East Traffic Growth

Region's carriers adding 8 percent more seats per year through 2022.
Safety

Retired FAA Exec Gilligan Wins Barbour Air Safety Award

Presented annually by the LTB Air Safety Foundation, the LTB award honors pioneers in advancing flight safety.
Aircraft

Efficiency Gains, Steady Growth Highlight Avolon Fleet Forecast

Moderate success seen for Comac C919, Irkut MC-21
Accidents

Challenger/A380 Encounter Occurred Amid Rising Wake-vortex Concerns

EASA scrutinizing issue as part of broader risk-reduction focus.