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DeLisi: Part 121 Has Laid Roadmap for Bizav Safety

DeLisi cited SMS, CFIT training, improved weather forecasting tools, and flight-data monitoring as factors in Part 121 safety improvements..
Cabin Interior and Electronics

BBD's Global Outfit Center Renamed To Honor Beaudoin

Facility is where Global family business jet interiors are designed, manufactured, and installed.
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Airlines

IAG Hikes Projection for Long-Term Capacity Growth

Plans calls for additional Airbus A330s for Aer Lingus
Training and Workforce

Flying into Tough Airports: Aspen, Colorado

Flying into Tough Airports: Aspen, Colorado
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Maintenance and Modifications

AINsight: Don't Judge a Shop by Its Size

Pre-buys are mission-critical, and both large and small shops can deliver.
Safety

Torqued: How Ready Is Your Airport in the Event of an Emergency?

Pilots should make an effort to learn what plans are in place for emergency activities at the airports they visit frequently.
Avionics

Garmin's Budget Autopilot Certified in Beech Singles

Garmin's GFC 500 autopilot is now available for Beechcraft Bonanza and Debonair models.
FBOs

Utah Airport Issues RFP for Second FBO

Looking to introduce competition and improve services for light GA customers, ski-destination Heber City is casting for an additional service provider.
FBOs

FAA: Norwood Airport Authority Violated Federal Law

Over the last decade, BEH has been attempting to establish an FBO at Norwood Memorial Airport but has been thwarted by the city and airport commission.
FBOs

Signature Acquires Virgin Islands Bases

The world's largest aviation service provider has struck a deal to buy the St. Thomas Jet Center and its Alliance Aviation affiliate.
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Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

UAVs for the Dutch Navy; Belgium Likely To Acquire SkyGuardian

Neighbors Belgium and the Netherlands are looking for UAVS, the latter seeking a shipborne rotary-wing UAS while Belgium is in the markwt for a MALE UAV
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Aircraft

Embraer’s 2018 Bizjet Deliveries To Meet Lower Estimate

To date, Embraer Executive Jets has handed over 55 aircraft, meaning it will have to deliver 50 aircraft in the fourth quarter.
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Rotorcraft

Air Methods To Be First Helo Part 135 ADE

Air Methods is training 90 percent of it pilots In simulators.
Safety

ACSF ASAP Program Reaches 115 Participants

The reports are beginning to produce non-compliance and root cause trends, enabling the development of common mitigations.
Safety

Bizav Experts Highlight Need for Safety Data

Senior business aviation experts share their personal stories of how they addressed various safety issues.
Accidents

Two Dead In NY Powerline Copter Crash

The crew was forced to jump for their lives
Maintenance and Modifications

ARSA Challenges NTSB Repair Station Revocation Order

If the NTSB order is upheld, the FAA will have to rewrite rules for maintenance releases, according to ARSA.
Rotorcraft

Bell Opens Expanded Flight Research Center

Bell's new flight research center will house advanced programs.
Avionics

Duncan Satellite Shops Get Mexico DGAC Nod

Denver, and Austin and Dallas, Texas, shops join those in Scottsdale, Arizona; Van Nuys, California; Las Vegas; and Houston with DGAC certification.
FBOs

Alphabet Groups Issue FBO Pricing Declaration

The document, signed by NBAA, GAMA, HAI, EAA, AOPA, and NATA, names pricing transparency as an FBO industry best practice.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Baker's Dozen of Spey Engines Donated To A&P Program

These engines will provide real-world experience for students enrolled in Hallmark University's A&P degree program.
Maintenance and Modifications

Western Aircraft Logs 100th Falcon C-inspection

Since 2001, Western Aircraft has completed C-inspections on an array of Falcons, including variants of the Model 50, 2000, 900, and 7X.
Aircraft

More Power for the Mighty 'Bear'

THe Tu-95 "Bear-H" is getting more power through the latest incarnation of the Kuznretsov NK -12 turboprop
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Aircraft

Airbus Counts A220s To Meet 2018 Delivery Target of 800 Aircraft

Airbus encounters production and commercial "issues" with A320neo, A330ceo and neo, and A380
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Safety

FAA Working With Industry on High-altitude O2 Mandate

Rick Miller, a top expert on the high-altitude oxygen mask requirement, expressed hope that "something positive" would result soon.
Security

USC Protocol Provides Tool for Bizav Security

Thomas Anthony, a preeminent aviation security expert, warns that business aviation operators must be prepared for security at destination.
Avionics

Universal-Elbit Skylens Wearable Head-Up Display

Universal-Elbit Skylens Wearable Head-Up Display
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Charter & Fractional

FAA Asks Operators To Examine W&B Procedures

A number of accident and incident investigations have revealed several instances where inaccurate basic operating weight was used.
Regulations and Government

Runway Safety, Fatigue Land on Canada TSB Watchlist

Runway overruns and risk of collisions on runways, as well as fatigue, was cited by TSB as a concern for aviation safety.
Safety

Safety Standdown Strives To Normalize Excellence

FAA, NTSB, NBAA, and top safety experts kick off this year's Safety Standdown, which is now entering its third decade.
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