Content Archive: June 2025

Aircraft

Canadian Bizav Market Growing amid Emerging Uncertainties

U.S. tariffs and Canadian luxury tax bring challenges
Aircraft

Flying the Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop Aircraft over the Mountains of Colorado

Garmin avionics are on the way, but the Honeywell suite in the NGX is still excellent.
Pilatus PC-12 NGX turboprop aircraft at Steamboat Springs Airport
Regulations and Government

Paris Show To Open with Complex Geopolitical Backdrop

2,500 aerospace and defense exhibitors from 48 countries are booked for June 16 to 22 show
Paris Air Show 2023
Regulations and Government

AeroVanti CEO Indicted on Federal Fraud Charges

Government alleges misappropriation of funds
AeroVanti branded Piaggio Avanti P.180 in flight
Aircraft

Textron and Leonardo Pitch M-346 for U.S. Navy Requirement

The U.S. Navy’s T-45 replacement program may not require carrier-landing capability
Leonardo M-346 jet trainer
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Cabin Accessibility Can Drive Airline Passenger Growth

Engineers are innovating to improve wheelchair and lavatory access
Collins Prime wheelchair seating concept
Aircraft

Embraer Pushes to Expand Footprint in Indian Market

Company hopes New Delhi office will spark more growth in India
Embraer 145 airborne early warning aircraft
Safety

Head-of-state BBJ To Get Bird’s Missile Defense System

The installation will be covered by a supplemental type certificate from EASA
Bird Aerosystems' µAeroShield pod
Regulations and Government

Ex-Hansen Helicopters CEO Sentenced to 33 Years

CEO was found guilty of fraud related to unapproved aircraft parts
Hansen Helicopters
Rotorcraft

Garmin Helicopter Autopilot Certified in Robinson R66 

A new training program will help pilots make the most of the new flight control system
Robinson R66 NxG helicopter Garmin autopilot