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Regulations and Government

Government Leaders Agree: Blue Skies Ahead for BizAv

The CAA, Shanghai Municipal, and airport authority leaders also expressed support for fostering development of business aviation in China.
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Aircraft

Nomad Adds G450 to Charter Fleet

Swiss company's managed aircraft range from a CJ1+ to a Gulfstream G650.
Aircraft

Foreign Aircraft Registries Tout Benefits

Various registries are now looking to grow their international presence.
Maintenance and Modifications

ExecuJet Haite Combines Forces in Tianjin

MRO's partnership with Tianjin FBO will provide a "seamless experience" for customers in the region, ExecuJet Haite said.
Engines

Rolls-Royce Bolsters Asia-Pacific Support with ExecuJet

In addition to the new authorized center in Tianjin, Rolls-Royce is rolling out a Business Aviation Availability App.
Aircraft

Bombardier Spotlights Global 7000 and Premier Interiors

Cabin mock-up of forthcoming flagship and a Global 6000 with upgraded cabin option make ABACE debuts.
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Aircraft

Amber Aviation Makes ABACE Debut

New Shenzhen-based company with experienced management team offers portfolio of bizav services
Maintenance and Modifications

Av8 PMA Adding New Dallas Facility

The new Dallas facility will be the hub for the company’s engineering and certification work.
Accidents

Engine Explosion Aboard Southwest Airlines 737 Kills Passenger

Flight from New York to Dallas diverted to Philadelphia
Aircraft

Wideroe Keen on Exercising Rights for More Embraer E2s

Embraer jets will support growth and revenue diversification with charter and ACMI
Aircraft

Embraer Aircraft Deliveries Slump in First Quarter

The 11 executive jets shipped in the most recent quarter consisted of three Phenom 100s, five Phenom 300s, two Legacy 450s, and one Legacy 500.
Maintenance and Modifications

Jet Aviation Wins EASA STC for Boeing Bizliner Ka-Band

Jet Aviation recently received one of the first EASA STCs for Ka-Band system integration on a Boeing 747-400 at its Basel facility.
ATC

ATC Strike in Addis Ababa Disrupts Ethiopian Flights

Operations return to normal following emergency talks
Aircraft

Indian Defense Show Highlights Domestic Ambition

The DefExpo event was a showcase for the country’s “Make In India” policy.
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Finance, Taxes, Insurance

Avion Pacific Partners with AirFinance

The companies aim to make it easier to obtain financing for aircraft purchases in China.
Aircraft

HK Bellawings Unveils New Brand Image

A corporate identity video and new cabin attendant uniforms illustrate Hong Kong company's "determination to fly into new heights."
Regulations and Government

CAAC Forum Celebrates General Aviation Progress in China

The 2018 ABACE show is a gathering place for aviation-focused people and companies.
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Rotorcraft

Honeywell forecasts robust rotor growth in China

Annual global helicopter report sees one in five China operators buying a new rotorcraft in the next five years.
Aircraft

Textron Aviation China Reps Order 52 Skyhawks

The aircraft will help build up China’s trainer fleets as well as expand on operations in the country.
Aircraft

Fokker Techniek Tapped for First ACJ319neo VIP Completion

Project, for long-term customer K5-Aviation, to commence in May, 2019 for delivery in early 2020
Maintenance and Modifications

Beijing Capital Helicopter Gets HAI-APS Recognition

Beijing Capital Helicopter is the first helicopter operator in China to receive the recognition.
Maintenance and Modifications

Gulfstream Expands Mx Support in Beijing, Opens AOG Center

It will add a second shift and hire approximately 10 maintenance technicians and inspectors in Beijing.
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Regulations and Government

Bolen: Asian Market Maturing, But Challenges Remain

The ABACE exhibitors are reflecting the growth of the industry in the industry, but challenges exist in infrastructure, policies, and workforce.
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Charter & Fractional

Metrojet Plans Broader Regional Presence

Metrojet pioneered business aviation in Hong Kong but is now developing in Singapore and the Philippines, with a new hangar planned.
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Charter & Fractional

OJets Unveils Customer Strategy

OJets's charter and block hour services with its owned fleet will complement the company's Elit'Avia management business.
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Aircraft

SHP Expands Parking at Pudong

Five additional high-density spots completed just in time for ABACE.
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Aircraft

G500 Sets Speed Records En Route to Service Entry

Gulfstream's G500 is set for FAA certification this year. The company also announces extending service hours at its Beijing service center.
Rotorcraft

New Zealand Gets First Bell Jet Ranger X

Bell also appoints China Southern Airlines General Aviation as authorized maintenance center.
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New Contract Cements JFI Reach In Greater China

The company has operational centers in Beijing and Hong Kong.

Uncertainty Prevails Over China’s Proposed Aircraft Tariff

China’s tariff proposal will probably more questions than answers at ABACE.
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