David Donald
Contributor - UK

Contributor - UK

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Rotorcraft

New Bell 412 Sale to Philippines 'Cancelled'

Human rights issue threatens supply of Bell's latest Huey derivative, the 412EPI with digital cockpit,
Training and Workforce

Maritime Operations Drive Increasing Regional Training Needs

Canadia's CAE has a number of high-profile programs in the Asia-Pacific region, including a new training center in Brunei.
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Aircraft

Twin Otter Racks Up Hours and Sales

Viking Air, which has now sold Twin Otters in 30 countries, has seen strong interest in the type in the Asia-Pacific region.
Rotorcraft

Esterline Displays Advanced Helicopter Avionics

Esterline has developed a range of advanced avionics that can be built into an integrated solution to meet rotary-wing needs.
Airports

IAI and ST Engineering Win Airport Challenge

A joint Israeli/Singaporean team has won two challenges set by CAAS to improve efficiency at Changi airport.
Safety

Controp Helps Keep Birds and Drones at Bay

Birdstrike and the threat of drones are everyday hazards for airports. Controp has developed an EO/IR-based system to provide early detection.
Aircraft

Cessna Citation CJ4 Gets Surveillance Capability

On display the Singapore Airshow is a Citation CJ4 outfitted with BIRD Aerosystems' ASIO maritime surveillance system
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Avionics

Cost-efficient Maritime Surveillance Goes on Show

Controp has produced a system that can cost-effectively turn a fixed- or rotary-wing platform into a surveillance platform
Cabin Interior and Electronics

IAI Grows Conversion Business

IAI Bedek is a global leader in converting airliners for cargo and as the number of conversions increases, the company is opening new sites
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

IAI Launches New Decoy and RPA Capabilities

Towed radar decoys have been around for some years, but IAI has introduced a new system that is completely self-contained.

Electric Satellite Propulsion System Ready for Operation

Electric propuslion systems for satellites are generating significant interest, with Israel's Rafael being onr of the pioneers in the field.
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Jet Aviation Basel Starts Work on Widebody Hangar

Scheduled to be ready for operations in the third quarter of 2018, the new hangar can accommodate aircraft up to the size of a Boeing 747.
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Avionics

Emirates 777X Will have Dual HGS

Rockwell Collins to supply Dual HGS for Emirates 777Xs
ATC

Saab Keeps Dubai ATC at Cutting Edge

With Dubai's heavy air traffic only set to increase, the need for sophisticated systems to ensure safe separation has grown.
Aircraft

UAE is Launch Customer for Multi-spectral Recon Pod

Goodrich's MS-110 reconnaissance pod has received a contract In the new deals announced by the UAE's armed forces.
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Aircraft

Emirati Light Attack Aircraft Breaks Cover

Emirati company Calidus has unveiled a new light attack aircraft that has been developed in Brazil.
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Saudi Arabia Seeks To Bolster Defenses

In early October Saudi Arabia signaled an intention to buy Russia's top-of-the-line missile defense system, and one from the U.S. too.
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Rotorcraft

Kamov Ka-62 Back On Track As Russian Helicopters CEO Details Developments

Combining the talents of the Kamov and Mil design bureaus, plus production facilities, Russian Helicopters has numerous projects on the go.
Aircraft

Kawasaki’s C-2 Makes First Overseas Trip

One of the debutantes at the Dubai Airshow is the Kawasaki C-2, a transport with both strategic and tactical airlift capabilities.
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Aircraft

Transport Turns to Attack Role

Airbus Defence and Space is showing its Armed ISR version of the C295 transport for the first time at the Dubai show.
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Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Cloud Shadow Appears in Dubai

As part of a drive to increase export UAV sales, China's AVIC is showing the jet-powered Cloud Shadow for the first time outside China.
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Avionics

Esterline Demos Advanced Helicopter Cockpit

Esterline Avionics Systems is highlighting its advanced helicopter avionics capability with a cockpit demonstrator.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Roketsan Expands Weapons Portfolio

Roketsan has developed its smallest smart micro munition yet, based on the Cirit rocket and tailored for UAVs
Avionics

Esterline Lands Emirates Satcoms Deal

Esterline will provide its low-weight, low-drag top-mounted multi-channel Satcom antenna for the Emirates 777X fleet
Aircraft

PAL ISR Patroller Multiplies Force

PAL Aerospace is debuting its Force Multiplier at the Dubai Airshow. The patrol aircraft is being offered for hire to meet a range of ISR needs.
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Aircraft

Textron Aviation Lands Air Ambulance Order

Babcock Scandinavian Air Ambulance has ordered a new fleet of King Air and Latitude aircraft to fulfil contract with Norwegian government.
Maintenance and Modifications

JSSI Is Open To All for Spares

JSSI is offering a range of services to customers who have not signed up for the company's well-known cost per flying hour programs
Maintenance and Modifications

Embraer Advances with Support and Services

Embraer has restructured its service and support activities into a single business unit, tasked with taking support to a new level
Airports

Proair Serving Brazilian Airports

Proair is present at around 30 airports throughout Brazil, brining its ISGAO-accredited brand of airport services
Engines

New PT6A Engine Shop Coming to Brazil

PT6A specialist Covington is bringing its Pratt expertise to Brazil, as well as a wealth of knowledge of the older radial engines still in service.