Content Archive: January 2011
Aircraft
On Cusp of Certification, Superjet Gains Big Order
Superjet International secured a key export order for the SSJ100 in January, while SSJ manufacturer Sukhoi Civil Aircraft (SCAC) acknowledged that certific
Safety
Helo groups criticize EMS NPRM
Last month key industry players expressed strong concerns about proposed FAA rule changes for helicopter operations, particular those governing emergency m
Aircraft
NTSB issues recommendations for aircraft restraints
• Require manufacturers to modify restraint systems vulnerable to being used incorrectly in newly built GA airplanes and to modify restraints in existing a
Aircraft
Canada OKs Gulfstream G350/450 for Higher Altitudes
The Gulfstream G350 and G450 received Transport Canada approval to operate at their maximum cruise altitude of 45,000 feet.
Aircraft
Bombardier Belfast Wins Learjet 85 Composite Work
Bombardier Aerospace’s facility in Belfast, Northern Ireland, has been selected to develop and produce the composite wing skin panels and spar compo
JPMorgan Sees Optimism for Bizjet Recovery
Citing a “significant overhang” of pre-owned jets available at attractive prices, last month’s business jet market report from JPMorgan said business jet d
FBOs
Cambridge Airport rebrands as eastern England bizav hub
Cambridge Airport is the new name for the field in England that, two years ago, changed its name from Cambridge City Airport to Marshall Airport Cambridge.
DOT Tightens Code-share Disclosure Rule
Some Web sites still do not meet the U.S.
Aircraft
In the Works: Diamond Aircraft D-Jet
Diamond Aircraft CEO Christian Dries is focusing “more on strategy and specific programs,” following the appointment of Gerd Berchtold as CEO of the compan
