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Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

United Aircraft Group Headlines China-based Exhibitors at Singapore

UAV developer United Aircraft Group appears prominently among several firms from China
TD550 unmanned helicopter
Training and Workforce

Pratt & Whitney Expands India Presence With New Digital Center

Pratt & Whitney grows its presence in India
Pratt & Whitney leaders participate in a ribbon-cutting ceremony during the inauguration of the India Digital Capability Center in Bengaluru.
Regulations and Government

Canada TSB Issues Safety Advice after Helicopter Crash Investigation

TSB said that loss of visual reference was a factor
Transportation Safety Board of Canada logo
Charter & Fractional

Surf Air Mobility Plans To Add Electra eSTOLs to Fleet

Operator will take up to 90 of the hybrid-electric airplanes
Electra eSTOL aircraft
Accidents

Naples Airport Authority Honors Crew of Accident CL604

Chair held a moment of silence and read a statement
Naples Airport
FBOs

Million Air Dallas Earns CAA Preferred Status for 20th Year

The facility at Addison Airport also celebrates its 40th anniversary this year
Million Air FBO at Addison Airport
Airlines

Asia-Pac Air Transport Shaking Off Post-Covid Hangover

Prospects brighter than ever for focused airframers with the right products
Vietnam Airlines Boeing 787-9 taking off from North Charleston
Training and Workforce

AINsight: Elevate Your Bizav Career with Professional Development

Certifications and volunteering make you stand out for promotions and hiring
Engines

Emergency AD Cites New P&WC PT6 Power Turbine Blades

The AD requires removal of affected blades before further flight
Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6E turbine engine
Regulations and Government

House, Senate Discuss Final FAA Bill; Timing Remains Unclear

Congress has until March 8 to complete work on the FAA bill or pass extension
U.S. Capitol
Safety

ACSF Advocates for Safety Management Programs

The call comes after several recent private aviation accidents
Avionics

Reliable Robotics Autopilot Tech Earns FAA Nod

The FAA accepted requirements for advanced aircraft navigation and autopilot systems
U.S. Air Force Agile Flag Exercise
Charter & Fractional

JetASAP Releases January 2024 Activity Report

Company reported an average decline of 10 percent
JetASAP’s app allows customers to book with 700 charter operators and receive live quotes.
FBOs

Business Aviation Traffic On the Rise in Southeast Asia

Business aircraft departures from Singapore in 2023 exceeded pre-Covid levels by nearly 28 percent.
Business jets on the Jet Aviation ramp at Seletar Airport in Singapore
Cabin Interior and Electronics

SpaceX Signs Pro Star as Authorized Starlink Install Center

A series of business airplane models are in line for Starlink STCs
SpaceX Starlink installed on business jet
Avionics

Avionics Manufacturers Explore New Interface and Safety Technologies

Avionics developments could also lead to simplified vehicle operations
Collins Aerospace pilot support system
Training and Workforce

Bombardier Forms A&P Apprentice Program with WSU Tech

The program is the first state-registered in Kansas for A&P apprentices
bombardier employee photo
Rotorcraft

USHST Develops Peer Program for Mental Health Support

USHST will connect pilots in need of mental health support with volunteer pilots and professionals
Airbus Helicoptesr AS355F2
Aircraft

Asia Well Placed For Leading Role in Advanced Air Mobility

New eVTOL aircraft could transform urban public transportation
Eve Air Mobility eVTOL aircraft
FBOs

APP Jet Center To Add More Hangars at Fort Pierce Airport

The construction project will add 30,000 sq ft of aircraft storage as well as improvements to the terminal
Artist rendering of new hangar complex at APP Jet Center KFPR
Aircraft

Business Jets Arrive at Duncan's Newly-built Hangars

Hangars broke ground in 2022
A CL300 at Duncan Aviation's newly constructed hangar in Battle Creek, Michigan
Aircraft

Singapore Set To Shine at This Year’s Air Show

The island nation plays host to at least 27 companies in the Singapore pavilion
Singapore Pavillion at Singapore Airshow 2024
Charter & Fractional

Blade Air Mobility Adds Security Clearance at Nice

Passengers no longer need to clear through general security
Blade Air Mobility Europe Helicopter
Aircraft

Asia-Pacific Air Power Demand Fueled by China Threat

China’s expansionist aims boost requirements for military aircraft
F-35A (left), F/A-18F (center) and EA-18G (right).
Rotorcraft

Airbus Set To Start Racer High-speed Flight Trials

The hybrid-electric design features a box wing and a pair of pusher propellers
Airbus Racer technology demonstrator for high-speed helicopter
Airports

Super Bowl Draws Flocks of Aircraft; Numbers Down from Previous Years

This year's totals were nearly 30 percent below traffic for last year's game
Business jets parked on the ramp at KLAS ahead of the Super Bowl
Rotorcraft

FAA Certifies Symmetrical Stabilizer for Robinson R44

The new empennage was first certified on the R66 last September
Robinson R44 helicopter
Maintenance and Modifications

Heston MRO Acquires Aviation NDT Services

Acquisition broadens Heston’s customer base in Australasia
Heston MRO mechanic inspecting landing gear
Maintenance and Modifications

Enstrom Opens Repair Station in Michigan

Company houses new repair shop at its factory in Menominee, Michigan
Enstrom factory floor in Menominee, Michigan
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Satcom Direct Expands in Europe, Adds Jet ConneX

The provider's Plane Simple system is now available for Ka-band satcom
Satcom Direct Plane Simple Ka-band tail mount satellite antenna