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Security

Cyber-Security Attacks Already Happening in Business Aviation

Being in the air does not protect the aircraft from cyber threats coming from the ground.
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Nonprofit Seeks Volunteers for School Supplies Delivery

Aviation for Humanity brings books and supplies to students who might otherwise do without them.
Regulations and Government

Senate Bill Would Open Door for Flight Sharing

The bill would define "personal operator" as one who could arrange flights and split costs without needing to comply with commercial regulations.

One Aviation Braces as Wisconsin Prepares Kestrel Suit

Company in arrears on economic development loan.
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Engines

U.S. Customers Take Delivery of the Rotax 915 iS

Turbocharging takes the Rotax 915 iS to 15,000 ft at full power.
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Engines

Jabiru Engines Names U.S. Distributor

Participation complements Arion's kit and LSA manufacturing business.
Aircraft

Daher TBM 930 Gets Additional Avionics Functionality

Company also announced a new name for its North American division: Daher Aircraft Inc.
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Rotorcraft

The Fenestron Turns 50

Airbus Helicopters marks iconic design.
Aircraft

European Gyroplanes Represented at Sun ’n‘ Fun 2018

On the main flight line and in the light sport Paradise City area, attendees find nearly a half-dozen different models from two European manufacturers.
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Sustainability and Environment

Illinois Airport Adopts Unleaded Avgas

Rochelle Municipal Airport-Koritz Field is the first in the state to offer UL94, which is authorized for use by the FAA in more than 100,000 aircraft.
Maintenance and Modifications

Tamarack Expands CJ Winglet Offerings with New STCs

With FAA and EASA approvals for the CJ2 and CJ2+, Tamarack can now offer its Atlas Active Winglets on the Citation C525, 525A, and 525B series.

Gulfstream Reaches 300th G650 Delivery Milestone

The first aircraft entered service in December 2012 and the G650 continues to be in high demand.

NATA To Recognize Dillingham for Work as Top Watchdog

NATA's Distinguished Public Service Award will be presented to Gerald Dillingham for his contributions as the head of the GAO's civil aviation arm.
Maintenance and Modifications

Duncan Expanding into UAS MRO Business

The company signed an agreement to become a Robotic Skies maintenance and modification provider.
Regulations and Government

EASA Proposes To Tighten FDR/CVR Requirements

NPA is design to ensure recorders keep working during a loss of power and that they aren't interrupted by certain sensors.
Aircraft

MQ-25 Contenders on Display at U.S. Navy Show

Boeing, GA-ASI, and Lockheed Martin pressed their claims for the unmanned carrier-borne refueler
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Safety

NTSB Wants CFIT Training for Fixed-wing Part 135 Pilots

Caravan crash revealed outdated training that did not address specific risks the pilots faced in Alaska's mountainous terrain, NTSB said.
Airlines

Three Parties Bid for Alitalia but Sale Deadline Pushed Back

New wave of layoffs to start in May
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Drone Zone Features VR Headsets and Frst-person Views

There is nothing better than “being there” and this year’s drone models at Sun ’n‘ Fun give operators exactly that feeling.
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Aircraft

Sun Flyer 2 Makes First Flight

The Sun Flyer 2 prototype is designed to cut the cost of flight training dramatically by using an electric engine powered by EP Systems batteries.
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Aircraft

Deer Jet Offers Cannes Film Fest Tour

Deluxe weeklong excursion puts travelers on the red carpet at the famed international gathering
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Cabin Interior and Electronics

Customized Cabin Comforts – Not Just for New Jets Anymore

Completion specialists at ABACE putting more emphasis on refurbishments, upgrades
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Airports

Stretched Infrastructure, Limited Local Talent Hamstrings Hong Kong Bizav

The business aviation industry is competing for space and personnel at Hong Kong's airport with commercial carriers.
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FBOs

ABACE Marks Debut of New SHPBAC Hangar

Underway for more than two years, the new structure more than doubles the facility's existing aircraft storage space.
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Aircraft

Field Aerospace, Rockwell Collins Win Big USAF Upgrade Contract

The large fleet of T-1A Jayhawks will get new cockpits to train future airlift and tanker pilots.
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Training and Workforce

Partners Aim To Halve Cost of Four-year Aviation Degree

Central Christian College and International Aero Academy announced a partnership to develop more cost-effective aviation degree programs.
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Sporty’s Creates Membership Program for Customers

In this “instant” age, Sporty’s offers its customers a way to get it all now.
Maintenance and Modifications

uAvionix Wing-, Tailtip ADS-B Installs Garner Interest

STC approval is expected by the end of the year.
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Operators Seek Pilots and Mechanics at SNF Job Fair

More than a dozen companies are on hand hoping to hire qualified applicants.
Maintenance and Modifications

Winglet Technology Gets STC for Sovereign Weight Boost

The FAA STC nod permits a 475-pound increase in the Sovereign’s MTOW and a 200-lb increase in MZFW.