Content Archive: December 2021

Aircraft

AINsight: The Appropriate Missed Approach

Missed approaches can come in numerous forms but the pilot must be prepared and manage the aircraft and flight path to ensure safe clearance.
Aircraft

Sabca Morocco Plant To Build PC-12 Components in 2022

Sabca and Pilatus struck an agreement to build PC-12 wing, fuselage, and flight controls in Casablanca.
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Accidents

Learjet Was Turning to Final Approach Before Fatal Crash

The Part 135 accident occurred during maneuvering for a visual approach.
Rotorcraft

Hill Helicopters Tops 342 Orders

Development of its new turbine single helicopter is "right on schedule," according to Hill Helicopters.
Aircraft

Russian Researchers Mull Stratospheric Supersonic Bizjet

Russion researchers have proposed the stratolet—an intercontinental supersonic aircraft designed for flights in the stratosphere.

FAA SAFO Advises Operators of Upcoming 5G Restrictions

An FAA SAFO advises the agency is set to release notams covering airspace, airports, and certain procedures that will have 5G restrictions in place.

Gulfstream Names Swift To Succeed Sperry

Roger Sperry is retiring from Gulfstream after 20 years with the company and nearly 50 in business aviation.
Environment

First Private Aircraft Fueled with SAF in Italy

Italy’s Milan Linate Airport is now the first in the country to fuel a business aircraft with sustainable aviation fuel.
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Airports

Spanish Airport Goes on the Auction Block

Located less than 40 miles from Madrid, Spain’s Ocaña Airfield is available to the highest bidder.
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Suits on the Ground Targets Bizjet Concierge Services

Service on the ground is an element missing from today's private jet travel, according to Suits on the Ground CEO David Rimmer.
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