David Donald
Contributor - UK

Contributor - UK

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Training and Workforce

CAE Sees Big Data As Key to Future Training

Training systems integrator CAE is helping a number of air forces shape their future training through the greater use of connected simulators.
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ATC

Thales Civil/Military Primary Radar Goes on Show

As the air traffic management industry moves towards primary en route surveillance, Thales displays its latest primary ATC radar
Aircraft

Saab's GlobalEye Surveillance System Takes Shape on Global 6000

Saab has initial export orders for the GlobalEye from the UAE.
Regulations and Government

Legal Experts Fear Major Brexit Disruption for Aviation

Even expert lawyers can't make sense of the complex ramifications of the UK's impending departure from the European Union.

Abu Dhabi IDEX Show Highlights Key UAE Developments

Surprise announcement of Russian/UAE fighter project; UAE may also acquire Su-35s, Russians say.
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Regulations and Government

Europe's Move to SET-IMC Faces Challenges

After two decades, Europe will allow commercial operators of single-engine turbine aircraft to fly in IMC, a decision expected to expand the business.
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Aircraft

Airbus Sets New Delivery Record, Meets Sales Goal for 2016

European airframer ends year with $1 trillion order backlog
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Aircraft

Indonesia’s Latest Regional Airliner Project Taking Shape

Designers cite considerable need for small airliners that can operate in rugged terrain and difficult climates
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Aircraft

Indonesian Fighter Requirements Aired at Local Show

At the Indodefence event in Jakarta, key discussions involved boosting the country’s aerospace industry.
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Charter & Fractional

Wheels Up Lays Foundation for European Expansion

Operations will initially be centered on western Europe and that the company would use the Beechcraft King Air 350i.
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Rotorcraft

Public Services H175 Completes First Test Campaign

Certification is planned for next year.
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Rotorcraft

Slovenian Police To Receive Linx-equipped H135

The helicopter can be configured for missions beyond law enforcement.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Dart Expands European Maintenance Network

Four facilities joined the company's network in Europe.
Rotorcraft

FastFin for Airbus H125 Nears Certification

Deliveries will begin shortly after certification.
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Rotorcraft

LCI Sees Recovering Market for Leased Helicopters

Diversification proves key for the leasing company.
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Rotorcraft

Helitech Orders Underscore AW169 EMS Credentials

Leonardo now holds orders for more than 150 AW169s.
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Rotorcraft

Corail Launches Airbus Fleet Keeper Management Program

The management program is part of the OEM's HCare effort.
Engines

P&WC Showcases FAST Prognostic Initiatives at Helitech

Program promises to reduce unscheduled engine removals.
Aircraft

L-3 Wescam Unveils Latest Turret

The turret is intended for use on small manned and unmanned platforms.
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Rotorcraft

Marenco Set To Add Third SKYe SH09 Prototype to Test Program

The new Swiss single-engined helicopter is due to complete certification in late 20117.
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Rotorcraft

German Police Super Pumas Get Cockpit Upgrade

Heli-One fitted the German police service's AS332L/L1 helicopters with a new flight management system and displays from Universal Avionics.
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Aircraft

South Africa’s AHRLAC Advances Toward Production

Two unidentified customers have been secured, and a new factory is being built.
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Aircraft

South Africa's Denel Unveils Regional Airliner Mockup

Expected to serve as the foundation of a national aerospace program, SARA would provide a cheap-to-operate airliner for Africa and other developing regions
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China’s L-15 Jet Displayed by Zambia In South Africa

At the Africa Aerospace and Defence Show, the first export examples were shown equipped with Chinese weapons
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Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Versatile UAV Launched by Thales

The Fulmar has been selected by the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency, which is buying six systems to equip fast patrol craft.
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Aircraft

Ton-up for the ‘Twotter’

Viking acquired the type certificate from Bombardier in February 2006.
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Safety

CGI to Help Revamp UK Space Operations

IT specialist aims to boost UK’s extraterrestrial exploration effort.

Breathing Sensors and Smart Compressors

Sensors assess and record the pilot’s breathing to detect that sufficient oxygen is being delivered, guarding against hypoxia.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Lightweight EW Protection for UAVs

Elbit Systems and Sigint–Elisra have developed a very lightweight self-protection/jamming system particularly suited to unmanned air vehicles.
Aircraft

Hurkus Trainer Good to Go

Turkish type approved by EASA.