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Accidents

NTSB Report Shows In-flight Break Up of Cessna Caravan

The Cessna 208B Caravan EX was conducting flight testing for Raisbeck Engineering when it broke apart in-flight and crashed on November 18.
Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX in flight
Accidents

Metroliner Had Autopilot Issues Before Crash Landing

The Metroliner full of rescue dogs that crashed onto a Wisconsin golf course last month had autopilot and control issues, according to the NTSB.
Crashed 1985 Fairchild Metro SA227 covered in snow and cordoned off with police and fire line caution tape
Engines

Hermeus Selects P&W F100 for Hypersonic Darkhorse

Hermeus plans engine testing in 2024 for its Mach 5 Darkhorse uncrewed aerial system.
Digital rendering of Hermeus Darkhorse on airport taxiway
Aircraft

Pratt & Whitney Runs First Hybrid-Electric Engine Ground Test

Pratt & Whitney, along with sister company Collins, prepare for flight testing of the first hybrid-electric propulsion system on a Dash 8 aircraft in 2024.
Dash 8-100 hybrid-electric propulsion demonstrator in flight
Cabin Interior and Electronics

FAA OKs Viasat's Ka-band Satcom for Gulfstream G450

Viasat eyes market of more than 300 of the jet type for its Ka-band in-flight connectivity system.
Gulfstream G450 business jet in flight
Aircraft

Low-time Retired Boeing BBJ 747-8 Scrapped

Boeing 747-8 scrapped at one of the world’s largest aircraft boneyards.
Boeing 747-8
Airlines

Aviation Climate Taskforce Will Fund Decarbonization Projects

Ten major airlines are backing a not-for-profit group deploying funds to accelerate research and development projects aimed at cutting carbon emissions.
A Virgin Atlantic Boeing 787 is set to make the first transatlantic flight running on 100 percent sustainable aviation fuel.
FutureFlight

Air Traffic Management Planning For European eVTOL and Drone Operations Set to Continue in 2023

Volocopter and other advanced air mobility pioneers are using flight trials across Europe to prepare all stakeholders for new air taxi and cargo delivery services in major cities like Paris.
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FutureFlight

Air One Personal eVTOL Aircraft Aces First Transition Flight Test

Air, an Israeli start-up developing a personal eVTOL aircraft called Air One, achieved its first transition flight on December 18.
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FutureFlight On The Radar

FAA Issues Proposed Airworthiness Criteria for Archer's Midnight eVTOL Aircraft

The FAA published its notice of proposed airworthiness criteria for Archer’s eVTOL, called Midnight, in the Federal Register on December 20. The agency is seeking public comments on the proposals by Jan. 19, 2023. 
FutureFlight

Another Pivotal Year for Advanced Air Mobility Draws to a Close

The past 12 months have seen new aircraft taking to the air for the first time, and also progress with ground-breaking propulsion systems and the infrastructure needed to support new types of air transportation.
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Rotorcraft

Bell Delivers Two 412EPX Helicopters To Guatemala

In a ceremony marking the 101st anniversary of the Guatemalan Air Force, Bell delivered two Subaru Bell 412EPX helicopters.
Guatemalan military personnel cut ribbon in front of Bell 412EPX during a ceremony at a ceremony at La Aurora International Airport
Sustainability and Environment

Hill Aircraft To Be First Georgia FBO To Offer SAF

Hill Aircraft, an FBO at Altanta's Fulton County Executive Airport, will be the first in Georgia to offer sustainable aviation fuel.
Hill Aircraft FBO at Atlanta's Fulton County Executive Airport
Accidents

Transport Canada Mandates Bell 407 Tail Boom Checks

Transport Canada issued an airworthiness directive mandating torque checks and visual inspections on Bell 407 tail booms following in-flight separation.
Bell 407 in flight
Aircraft

Mesa Switches Regional Alliance From American to United

Mesa Airlines is ending its 30-year partnership with American Airlines and will redeploy its CRJ-900 fleet to fly regional routes for United Express.
American Eagle CRJ-900 in flight
Engines

Gulfstream G650 Flies on 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel

Savannah-based Gulfstream flew one of its G650s last week with its Rolls-Royce BR725 engines powered by 100 percent SAF.
Gulfstream G650 and fuel tanker on airport ramp in front of Gulfstream hangar

Used Aircraft Market To Cool Slightly in 2023

The expiration of 100 percent bonus depreciation will be one of the drivers of lower sales next year, the International Aircraft Dealers Association said.
Bombardier Global 6000 in flight
Maintenance and Modifications

MT Flight Tests an 11-blade Propeller

MT-Propeller has flight tested an 11-bladed propeller on a Piper PA-31T Cheyenne twin turboprop.
Piper Cheyenne mounted with MT-Propeller's 11-bladed propeller
Airports

Perot Field Name Change Officially Recognized

Fort Worth Alliance Airport is officially known by the FAA as Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport after a ceremony last week.
Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport (KAFW)
Cabin Interior and Electronics

AeroVisto, Vartan Team on Bizjet Cabin Refurb Service

AeroVisto Group and Vartan Aviation Group have partnered on “360°CabinService,” providing à la carte interior work for cabin refurbishment projects.
Passenger onboard business jet with Aero Visto cabin interior
Regulations and Government

NY Legislators Push To Close West 30th Street Heliport

New efforts to limit helicopter traffic over New York are expected following Gov. Kathy Hochul's veto last week of 'Stop the Chop' act.
30th Street heliport in New York City with helicopter on the pad and another incoming for landing
Accidents

Medevac King Air and Crew Missing Off Maui

Air ambulance flight was enroute to pick up patient when it crashed into the ocean.
Beechcraft King Air C90A parked on airport ramp
Rotorcraft

Hirschberg Stepping Down at Vertical Flight Society

Mike Hirschberg said he plans to step down as executive director of the Vertical Flight Society.
Vertical Flight Society executive director Mike Hirschberg.
Avionics

Safety Notice Issued on Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot

A problem with Garmin's GFC 500 autopilot when equipped with auto trim may cause an uncommanded trim runaway when the autopilot is first engaged.
Garmin's GFC 500 autopilot
FutureFlight

Beta Makes Second Cross-Country eVTOL Flight as Charging Infrastructure Expands

Beta Technologies, which is building a network of charging stations for electric aircraft across the U.S., recently completed a cross-country trip with its prototype eVTOL aircraft.
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Training and Workforce

EAA Young Eagles On Track after Covid

More than 49,000 young people received free introductory aircraft rides this year as part of the EAA's Young Eagles program.
EAA Member pilot and youth in Piper Cub airplane for Young Eagles program flight
Engines

Fadec Alliance Tapped for Sustainable Engine Program

The Fadec Alliance joint venture will develop engine controls for the CFM International RISE turbine engine demonstrator program.
Fadec Alliance LEAP engine controller
Regulations and Government

New York Governor Vetoes Helicopter Noise Bill

Hochul cites federal preemption in vetoing the "Stop the Chop' Act, which would have allowed anyone to sue operators and others over helicopter noise.
Helicopters on helipad at the West 30th Street heliport in New York City
Charter & Fractional

Flexjet Completes Seventh ACSF Safety Audit

The Air Charter Safety Foundation Industry Audit Standard for Part 135 and Part 91 operators is the leading industry audit for high safety standards.
Flexjet Gulfstream G650 in flight
Training and Workforce

AINsight: Mental Health Issues in Aviation

Mental health is an important, but delicate, issue to contend with in aviation.
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