Security

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COVID-19 Brings More Challenges Than Opportunities for Bizav

The COVID-19 epidemic has spurred some increased demand for private charter flights, but it has been hard for the industry to meet this demand.

Charter & Fractional

February 28, 2020

Israel's Controp Seeks Fresh Markets

Coastal surveillance systems provide 'virtual fence' over the water

Security

February 9, 2020

GAMI to Spur Tenfold Increase in Localization of Saudi Defense Spending

Goal is dramatic expansion from current manufacturing in ammunition, light weapons and armored vehicles

Security

February 9, 2020

Airbus Suspends A320 Assembly in China Due to Coronavirus

Along with Boeing and Safran, Airbus has acknowledged that measures to prevent the spread of the coronavirus in China have disrupted work.

Aircraft

February 5, 2020

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FSF Urges Nations To Follow Intl Guidance for Conflicts

FSF issued the call for adherence to ICAO guidelines In the wake of the downing of Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 in Iranian airspace.

Security

January 13, 2020

Suleimani Killing Raises Security Fears Over Iraq Flights

Three airlines have already suspended flights into Iraq after U.S. forces killed Iranian general Qassem Suleimani at Baghdad Airport.

Airlines

January 6, 2020

Turkish Police Confirm Arrests in Ghosn Escape Case

Turkish police have arrested a fifth MNG Jet employee over the escape of fugitive Carlos Ghosn using two aircraft operated by the company.

Aircraft

January 6, 2020

17-Year-Old Girl Crashes King Air After Joyride

A King Air 200 was substantially damaged after an unlicensed minor tried to take it for a spin and ended up crashing it into a Fresno Airport builiding.

Accidents

December 19, 2019

Cybersecurity a Growing Challenge for Aviation

The aviation industry must face the growing risk of cyber attacks on its technology infrastructure, according to an Atlantic Council report.

Cabin Interior and Electronics

December 17, 2019

NetJets Launches Security Services Subsidiary

NetJets has added global security to its portfolio, initially offering security packages for Paris Le Bourget and Mexico, with plans to expand globally.

Charter & Fractional

December 10, 2019

"Edge" Consolidates 25 UAE Defense Companies

New combined defense and security entity to be led by one of the UAE's leading technology entrepreneurs.

Regulations and Government

November 17, 2019

House GOP Leaders Oppose DHS-operated C-UAS at Airports

U.S. Reps. Graves and Rogers say DHS's ability to operate C-UAS is "sorely lacking."

Airports

November 15, 2019

FAA Releases Privacy Plan for ADS-B

Operators will be able to "opt-out" of flight-tracking information sharing via a web portal that is to be in place by the end of the year.

Security

November 4, 2019

How Business Aircraft Crew and Passengers Can Stay Safe on the Road

How Business Aircraft Crew and Passengers Can Stay Safe on the Road

Security

October 24, 2019

MedAire Previews Travel Risk Management Solution

MedAire is debuting an integrated travel risk management solution, including mitigation, tools, medical equipment, and training.

Safety

October 23, 2019

ACJ, Sabena Team on VIP Aircraft Self-defense

ACJ and Sabena signed at NBAA 2019 an agreement to offer infra-red countermeasure (DIRCM) self-protection systems for VIP airliners.

Aircraft

October 22, 2019

FlightSafety Introduces Kidnapping Prevention Course

Atlanta-based Skydas Group leading two-day anti-kidnap course for VIPs and aircrews through FlightSafety.

Safety

October 22, 2019

Echodyne To Power C-UAS Systems at Airports

Echodyne's EchoGuard compact 3D radar sensor now integrated into SRI's airfield radar system

Security

October 8, 2019

Latvian FBO Adds Explosive-detection Equipment

FBO Riga has brought the passenger baggage screening process in house with the addition of specialized detection tools.

FBOs

October 3, 2019

New FlightSafety Course Focuses on Thwarting Kidnapping

The two-day course comprises 15 modules to prevent successful attacks.

Security

September 13, 2019