Content Archive: November 2018
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
FAA Processes More than 50,000 LAANC Drone Applications
The number of LAANC applications far exceeds FAA exceptions.
Rotorcraft
HAI Calls FAA Limits on ADS-B Rebates 'Unacceptable'
The association twice has been rebuffed in its attempt to convince the FAA to include rotorcraft in the ADS-B rebate program.
GAMA Membership Continues Expansion
The associate member category is attracting a range of startups and other companies engaged in hybrid, electric, or autonomous systems.
Safety
Early IS-BAO Participants Reach Milestones
The SMS-based voluntary program, launched in 2002, is now seeing its first 15-year participants.
Aircraft
Latest Standard Rafale Gains Clearance; First Indian Aircraft Flies
The latest F3-R standard of the Dassault Rafale with Meteor missile, Talios pod, and other enhancements has received clearance from the DGA.
AsBAA Wraps Successful Safety Event in Manila
Industry sees a fruitful partnership ahead with government agencies.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Australia Selects Reaper for Armed RPAS Requirement
Following a competition with the IAI Heron TP, GA-ASI's Reaper has been chosen by Australia to answer its armed RPAS needs.
Rotorcraft
AVIC Provides First Glimpse of Sino-Russian Heavy-lifter
At the recent Airshow China held at Zhuhai, AVIC shoewd off a model of the Advanced Heavy Lift helicopter it is developing, based on the mighty Mi-26
Maintenance and Modifications
Duncan Resumes TDR-94/94D Transponder Mods
A software upgrade is available for Rockwell Collins TDR-94/94D transponders at Duncan Aviation facilities.
Charter & Fractional
Aircraft Management Industry Ripe for Consolidation
The challenge of finding good people, higher pilot salaries, and regulatory requirements will drive consolidation of aircraft management companies.
