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Boeing 787 To Receive Upgraded Astronautics EFB

The upgraded Astronautics EFB is equipped with a larger and even more reliable solid-state drive and faster processor.
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Accidents

Accidents: August 2016

Preliminary, final and factual reports
Aircraft

New Turbine Bizplane Deliveries Continue to Slide, Says GAMA

The latest aircraft delivery data from GAMA shows more than a three percent decline in turbine business aircraft deliveries in the first half of 2016.
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Aircraft

Gulfstream Flies First Fully Outfitted G500

The addition of a fifth aircraft to the G500 test fleet brings the program closer to certification next year.
Aircraft

Bombardier Prepping Global 7000 for Flight this Year

The manufacturer is confident that it is working through wing development issues.
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Aircraft

Bombardier Scrutinizes Light Jet Market as Deliveries Slide

Globals led second-quarter delivery drop, but company executives believe they remain on target for the planned 150 business jet deliveries in 2016.
Avionics

Butler STCs Learjet 24/25 and 35/36 ADS-B Upgrade

With the addition of the new STCs, Butler National now provides ADS-B upgrades for the Learjet 24/25, 35/36 and 60 models.
Airports

AeroplexAerolease Developing Another VNY Facility

Aeroplex/Aerolease Group is adding to its Van Nuys Airport facilities with a new $7.5-million, 123,162-sq-ft development.
FBOs

Paragon Network Expands Its Footprint

The group of independent FBOs formed in 2011, now numbers 25 members.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance

NATA's Veterans Fundraiser in Full Swing

Industry members can show their support at participating companies around the country.
Aircraft

New Orders Boost AW139 Market Leadership, Says Maker

Pakistan is the latest government customer for the medium twin, according to Leonardo Helicopters.
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Fuel

AEG Fuels Pumped Up about Business Aviation Market

Company aims to be a one-stop shop for business aviation trip support services, aircraft handling, contract fuel, credit and other related services.
Avionics

CJ3 Makes First Flight with Pro Line Fusion Flight Deck

The Pro Line Fusion upgrade for the Citation CJ3 adds touchscreen displays to the CJ3 cockpit.
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Aircraft

Embraer KC-390 Visits Middle East after Farnborough

The prototype has completed a successful international debut, according to its maker.
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NTSB: Bell 525 Suffered Main Blade Strikes

Test flight involved a high-speed run followed by an in-flight break-up
Regulations and Government

AviationManuals Offers EASA Part-NCC Solution

Company is focusing its Part-NCC marketing efforts on central European countries that have a large base of private turbine-powered aircraft.

Broom Named Exec Director for CitationJet Pilot Group

Broom previously led marketing and communications for Honda Aircraft Co.
Airlines

IATA: Terrorism, Economic Uncertainty Weigh on Traffic

Upward trend in travel demand moderating since January
Charter & Fractional

Mac Air's QJet Shares Frax Program Will Offer Hawker 1000s

QJet Shares customers will be able to buy one-sixth shares in refurbished Hawker 1000 jets.
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Pre-owned Update: August 2016

With great values out there, the quarter could be busy.

People In Aviation: August 2016

Industry announcements and appointments
Aircraft

The F-35 Fighter Reaches a Key Milestone with the U.S. Air Force

The F-35 Fighter Reaches a Key Milestone with the U.S. Air Force
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Aircraft

How SuperJet Helps Airlines Like CityJet to Expand Networks Profitably

How SuperJet Helps Airlines Like CityJet to Expand Networks Profitably
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Jim Cannon Becomes Flight Department Liaison for Argus

Cannon brings a 40-year business aviation background to his new role.

AirVenture Attendance, Aircraft, Exhibitors Up In 2016

The event drew nearly 563,000 people and 2,855 showplanes.
Charter & Fractional

Flexjet Buys UK-based FlairJet in Euro Expansion Bid

Flexjet will operate aircraft under Birmingham Airport-based FlairJet’s UK CAA Air Operator Certificate (AOC) in Europe.
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Finance, Taxes, Insurance

Despite Flat Market, BBA Aviation Sees Revenue Growth

The company's absorption of Landmark Aviation is proceeding as planned.
Safety

ACSF Joins FAA Aviation Safety Data Sharing Program

ASIAS is an FAA-funded, joint government-industry collaborative aviation safety information sharing program.
Airlines

Air France Asks For Time to Talk as Cabin Crew Strike Ends

Seven-day walkout cost airline €90 million