Textron Aviation

2024 Corporate Aviation Leadership Summit

Curt Epstein

News and developments about everything that goes into the cabin of an aircraft, from floor coverings to headliners, with a special emphasis on in-flight entertainment, communications and other electronics for passengers. If it is in the cabin of an aircraft, it’s covered here.

News and issues about aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), covering all segments of the aviation industry; and modifications for aircraft and engines. Subjects include product support of aircraft, engines and avionics, MRO company mergers, acquisitions, announcements and personnel, Airworthiness Directives, Supplemental Type Certificate approvals and other topics.

News about bills, laws, regulations and other governmental decisions affecting aviation and aerospace. Topics include FAA re-authorizations, taxes on fuel and aviation activities, environmental legislation, ICAO decisions, governmental mediation of labor conflicts and World Trade Organization disputes and decisions.

News and issues relating to business, corporate and private aviation, primarily regarding turbine-engine-powered airplanes and helicopters. Subjects include aircraft, engines, maintenance, operations, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security, and training.

U.S. FAA validation is expected shortly

EASA Awards Gogo Galileo HDX STC on Citation CJ1+

Matt Thurber

New developments and products in avionics, specifically about aircraft electronics in the cockpit.

Upgrade replaces original avionics with touchscreen displays and digital autopilot

Garmin Integrated Flight Deck Approved for Citation CJ1

Gordon Gilbert

News about significant aircraft accidents and information from accident reports.

Operator previously had no reportable incidents or accidents in its 46-year history

Medevac King Air Crashes on Approach to Arizona Airport

News and developments about airplanes, helicopters and unmanned air vehicles used in all varieties of operations, including airlines, military, business, commercial, general aviation and private.

Delivery of the super-midsize jet is planned in 2026