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Training and Workforce

Tight Talent Market Drives Growth at JSFirm

Aviation recruitment website JSFirm posts record results.
Abbey Hutter, JSFirm executive director
Avionics

Enstrom Upgrades Helicopter Cockpit Displays

Enstrom's 2023 480B and 280FX models will feature Garmin G500H TXi all-glass instrument panels and Howell digital engine instrumentation systems.
Garmin G500H TXi flight displays in Enstrom helicopters.
Aircraft

Kaman, PHI Partner on Kargo UAV Commercial Operations

The turbine-powered Kargo UAV can carry more than 80 pounds up to 500 miles.
A rendered image of a yellow Kaman Kargo UAV flying over a mine
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Meridian Completes Full Bell 206L4 Refurbishment

The model Meridian delivered to New York Helicopter Charter has a fully overhauled engine, new avionics, and equipment including wire strike protection.
Meridian Helicopters refurbished Bell 206L4, New York Helicopter Charter
Avionics

Sikorsky Taps CMC FMS For Black Hawks

CMC Electronic's Flight Management System has been selected by Sikorsky for several Black Hawk models.
Sikorsky Black Hawk
Maintenance and Modifications

Phenix Will Equip Ultra 2XL Drone with Multi-use Cargo Hook

Onboard Systems is helping Phenix Solutions design and certify the equipment for the Ultra 2XL unmanned aircraft system.
Phenix Solutions Ultra 2XL Heavy-Lift Cargo Unmanned Aircraft System

Inflight Connectivity Question of the Week, March 7

A weekly connectivity quiz sponsored by Gogo Business Aviation.
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Aircraft

Assembly Close For First CityAirbus NextGen eVTOL Prototype

As it prepares for eVTOL flight testing is taking a thorough, partnership-based approached to building the advanced air mobility ecosystem.
Airbus is developing its CityAirbus NextGen eVTOL aircraft at a purpose-built facility in Donauwörth in Germany.
Regulations and Government

Aviation Groups Lash FAA's Proposed 5G AD

A broad-based coalition of aviation groups criticizes the FAA's proposed AD on 5G interference.
A 5G tower

People in Aviation

A look at aviation industry changes in leadership roles and job titles as well as those recognized with awards and honors.
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FutureFlight

Kaman, PHI Partner on Kargo UAV Commercial Operations

The turbine-powered Kargo UAV can carry more than 80 pounds up to 500 miles.
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FutureFlight

Sustainable Aviation Group to Release Air Transport Carbon Roadmap

The UK industry coalition of airlines, airports and other stakeholders is presenting its agenda for achieving net zero carbon emissions during the Sustainable Skies event to be held during April in Farnborough.
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FutureFlight

Beta Technologies Opens R&D Facility in Montréal

Vermont-based eVTOL developer Beta Technologies has opened a research and development facility in Montréal.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Jung Sky adds Part 145 Maintenance at Croatia Facility

Jung Sky has added Part 145 line maintenance services for Cessna Citation 525, 525A, and 525B-series aircraft at its Zagreb Airport Base.
Jung Sky aircraft maintenance technician at work on Cessna Citation business jet

NBAA Seeks Participation with UND Healthcare Survey

NBAA is asking members to participate in a UND healthcare survey, noting that previous research found pilots may be withholding key information.
examination chair in doctor's office
Rotorcraft

Offshore Helicopter Market Poised To Bounce

New offshore energy discoveries fuel optimism regarding helicopter services.
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Fuel

Stratom and Imenco Partner on Robotic Refueling Tech

Stratom has partnered with Imenco to develop an autonomous refueling system for for industrial, aviation, defense, and offshore industries.
A robotic refueler is pictured next to a helicopter
Maintenance and Modifications

Honda Aircraft Introduces Phased Maintenance Program

HondaJet customers can soon take part in a flexible phased maintenance program for all varieties of the light twinjet.
HondaJets in maintenance facility
Avionics

Genesys Four-axis Autopilot Installed in Black Hawk

The new Genesys four-axis IFR helicopter autopilot is designed to be on full-time and provides stability augmentation in all regimes.
XP Services Black Hawk
Charter & Fractional

Chapman Freeborn Expands with Houston Office

Charter broker Chapman Freeborn is continuing its expansion into the Americas with the opening of a new dedicated office in Houston.
Chapman Freeborn's Houston staff at office ribbon cutting
Regulations and Government

House Aviation Panel Turns Focus Onto General Aviation

The House aviation subcommittee next is looking at general aviation issues as works toward a draft FAA bill.
U.S. Capitol Building
Accidents

One Killed in Challenger 300 In-flight Upset

The NTSB is looking into a "reported trim issue" that occurred before Challenger 300 N300ER experienced an in-flight upset that killed a passenger.
Bombardier Challenger 300 registered as N300ER on airport ramp

Clay Lacy Aviation Ups Scholarship Commitment to $500,000

California-based Clay Lacy Aviaiton has pledged another nearly $300,000 to its aivaiton education scholarship fund over the next four years.
Clay Lacy senior V-p Scott Cutshall posing with recent scholarship receipents

Bizav Aviation Networking Group Launches in South Texas

EJM executive aims to enhance aviation industry by creating opportunities for peers, youth, and local community.
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Finance, Taxes, Insurance

Milestone in New Five-ship Lease Deal With Aramco

Milestone is leasing three new AW139s and two H145s to Aramco.
Leonardo AW139
Rotorcraft

UND Rolls Out Vertical Aviation Pathway Program

High school students can take college courses designed to encourage a vertical aviation career.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Yellowhead Chooses CAMP Health Management Tools

Yellowed Helicopters has selected Camp Systems for aircraft health management for its 48 aircraft.
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Rotorcraft

Baur Steps In as New USHST Industry Co-chair

Chris Baur has been named industry co-chair of the U.S. Helicopter Safety Team.
Chris Baur, industry co-chair of the United States Helicopter Safety Team (USHST)
Rotorcraft

Sikorsky Honors PHI for Record Year of Australian SAR Missions

Sikorsky is formally recognizing PHI Aviation at Heli-Expo this week for a record-breaking year of SAR missions using S-92 helicopters.
PHI Aviation air ambulance
Avionics

AeroSync Max Wireless Comms Will Support C4ISR Platform

Astronautics and Nova Systems are installing search and rescue/law enforcement mission systems on an AW139 helicopter for a European operator.
C4ISR mission system