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Safety

'Big Changes' for FSF's Aviation Risk Audit Program

BARS will now offer two audit streams leading to registration, as well as negotiable audit fees, revised audit checklists, and limits on audit extensions.

European Bizjet Flying Surges 6% in December

The slowdown in activity last month was centered in Western Europe, with fewer departures from France, Switzerland, Germany, and Italy.
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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.
Accidents

All Safe Following Pegasus Runway Excursion

Crews rescue 168 aboard Boeing 737-800 after near jet nearly plunges into Black Sea
Aircraft

Airbus Will Shut Down A380 Line Without Emirates Order

2017 was “quite a challenge” says Airbus, as it continues to increase production rates and put pressure on rival Boeing.
Airlines

Low-cost Carriers Still the Minnows of Long-haul

Even though they continue to grow very quickly, low-cost long-haul operators still represent only a tiny fraction of the global long-haul market.
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Regulations and Government

Former Embraer Exec Jets VP Pleads Guilty to Fraud

The conviction resulted from a 2010 deal involving bribes and kickbacks in the sale of several business jets in Saudi Arabia.
Airlines

Delta Eyes Cost Savings, Fleet Shifts While Awaiting C Series

Reiterates intent to take Bombardier aircraft without tariffs
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Bolen: ATC Battle, Airport Access Top 2018 Challenges

As NBAA continues fight over ATC future and airport access, it also is expanding efforts to tackle workforce shortages.
Avionics

BendixKing Offering RDR2000 Upgrade

The upgrade offers increased transmitter power and range, among other benefits.
Avionics

Trig Avionics Introduces New Audio Panels

The panels include a marker beacon receiver and intercom.
Avionics

Garmin STCs G500 for Cessna 172/182

The system is priced for smaller aircraft.
Avionics

Honeywell Expands GoDirect Datalink Testing

The system gives pilots a final verification that they are appropriately equipped for FANS.

U.S. Ramps Up India Defense Role

Defense procurement is moving at leisurely pace in India, causing industry frustration.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance

AINsight Blog: Tax Reform a Deal Changer for Bizav

Significant tax benefits and other changes must be considered before making a business aircraft purchase, sale, lease or management arrangement.
Safety

IBAC To Sponsor Fatigue Webinar

The free seminar on Valentines Day will delve into the effects of fatigue in corporate aviation, as well as how to help mitigate problems.
Safety

Episode 10: Flying Under the Influence, Part 2

We continue our discussion about pilots battling drug and alcohol addiction and where they can receive help.
Aircraft

Leonardo Delivers More Falco UAVs To The Middle East

The EVO version has a larger payload and extended range.
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Airlines

India Gives Nod to 49 percent Foreign Ownership of Air India

Lifts foreign ownership prohibition in an effort to resurrect fortunes of ailing flag carrier
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FBOs

Leading Edge Aviation Consolidates Again In Oregon

The company's acquistion of rival Professional Air, makes it the lone provider at Bend Municipal Airport

U.S. Business Aircraft Flying Ends 2017 with a Gain

Analysts at the business aviation services company are calling for a 3.3 percent gain in flying this month.
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FBOs

Atlantic Consolidates at California's Carlsbad Airport

With its purchase of the rival Jet Source FBO, Atlantic reduced the number of competitors and increased the size of its leasehold and hangar space.
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NBAA's Certified Aviation Manager Program Reaches 400

The milestone certification comes 15 years after the program was launched.

Tamarack Expands Portfolio, Nears Next Approvals

The Sandpoint, Idaho-based company is near Citation CJ3/3+ nods.
ATC

Expansion of NAT Reduced Lateral Separation Delayed

Under Phase 2, all routes above FL350 will have reduced lateral spacing, leaving only a couple of tracks—spaced at 50 nm—for everyone else.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

UVision Demonstrates Another Loitering Attack Drone

The Israeli company is continuing to develop the Hero series of quad-winged flying machines.
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Charter & Fractional

PrivateFly Sales Climb 51%, Expects More Growth in 2018

Expansion this year will be “driven by on demand business jet charter, as opposed to outright or fractional ownership.”

Indian Defense Procurement Remains Sluggish

Defense procurement moves at leisurely pace.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Boeing Reveals Autonomous Cargo eVTOL Prototype

Prototype unmanned electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) cargo air vehicle (CAV) is capable of carrying payloads up to 500 pounds.
Accidents

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

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