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Comlux Goes Digital with Mx Checks

Company performs its first digital maintenance inspection, with Hyundai's BBJ as its launch platform
Aircraft

Aloft Inks Fuel System Contract with Comac

U.S.-based Aloft AeroArchitects will supply auxiliary tanks for executive-configured ARJ21 jets.
Aircraft

Jinggong Reports 'Fruitful' 2017

Hangzhou based company set new charter flight record of more than 600 hours last year
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Aircraft

Pair of Falcons Poised on Dassault Display

Dassault brought two Falcon jets to the ABACE static display, a 7X and an 8X.
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FBOs

Dallas-area Airport To Build New FBO

Dedicated business aviaition airport McKinney National Airport is enhancing the services at its city-owned FBO to the tune of $16 million
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Charter & Fractional

New Flexjet Unit Seeks To Be Extension of Flight Departments

The division will provide consulting services and supplemental lift options to corporate flight departments that maintain and operate their own fleet.
FBOs

Jetex Debuts Rome FBO

Located in the airport's new general aviation terminal, the facility is the company's first in Italy.
Accidents

Sequence of Miscues Leads To G450 Nose Gear Collapse

The crew failed to remove landing gear safety pins before takeoff and then decided to remove them on a taxiway after returning to the departure airport.
Aircraft

Gulfstream’s Newest Twins Make ABACE Debut

This also marks the G500’s 19th stop on a world tour to showcase the airplane and its performance capabilities.
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Charter & Fractional

Luxaviation, BAA Mark First Anniversary of Partnership

The two companies have seen benefits in economies of scale and closer operational fundamentals.
Engines

FAA To Lower ETOPS Limits on Some Rolls-powered 787s

Ruling follows EASA AD calling for more frequent inspections of Package C Trent 1000s
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Airports

Deer Jet Intros Four New Charter, Management Plans

China's leading bizjet operator has unveiled a partnership with Shuangliu government, and a charter tour for the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
Rotorcraft

Hands Off Helicopter Flying with the Genesys HeliSAS

Hands Off Helicopter Flying with the Genesys HeliSAS
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Rotorcraft

China Driving Bell Civil Sales

The company is also investing in infrastructure to make helicopters useful to buyers in China.
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Cabin Interior and Electronics

Cabin Connectivity in the Spotlight

Solution providers display at ABACE the latest in onboard broadband products and services.
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Safety

MedAire Offering More Emotional Support, Security Services

MedAire is actively recommending emotional support for crew and increasing security services on new aircraft.
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Aircraft

AsBAA Broadens Regional Influence

The Asian Business Aviation Association (AsBAA) is striving to improve prospects for business aviation in the Asia-Pacific region.
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Regulations and Government

New FAA Bill Covers Host of Issues, but No ATC Reform

The bill addresses everything from certification reform and emerging technologies to safety and workforce issues.
Training and Workforce

TAG Aviation Asia Opens Hong Kong Training Center

The company provides simulator and ab initio training.
Maintenance and Modifications

New Airbus Drone in Works for Mx Inspections

The drone-based aircraft inspection system has been demonstrated to a number of airlines and will be offered to MROs as well.
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Airports

Japanese Business Aviation Coming of Age

Developments at various airports, along with an easing of rules and regulations, suggest business aviation is being better appreciated in Japan.
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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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Engines

Continental Receives Chinese Approvals

Kerosene-burning engines are proving popular with professional flight training schools, which can now purchase aircraft with them.
FBOs

Million Air Looks Ahead to New Beijing Airport

As with Beijing Capital Airport, the Texas-based company's joint venture with CJet will operate the only FBO at Daxing International, currently being built
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Aircraft

Citation Latitude Reaches Asia-Pacific Market

The aircraft has now been certified in at least 44 countries with recent validations from China, Australia, and the Philippines.
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Charter & Fractional

Newly Formed OJets Set for Quick Growth with Elit'Avia

The acquisition grows OJets's fleet from two to 23 aircraft and gives the new operator an anchor in the European market.
Aircraft

USAF To Fly the B-52 into the 2050s with New Engines, Radars

Already in service for over 50 years, the venerable bomber is now set to outlast the B-1 and B-2.
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FBOs

Ross Aviation Adds To Alaska Footprint

The purchase of Alaska Aerofuel in Fairbanks joins Anchorage as the service provider's Alaskan entry points to the U.S.
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Engines

Rolls-Royce Grapples with More Trent 1000 Disruptions

Company reports need for more frequent inspections of intermediate pressure compressor blades in Package C engine
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Rotorcraft

FlyNYON Pilots Seek Legal Protection

Pilots for the helicopter operator involved in the doors-off photo flight are seeking whistle-blower protection.