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Garmin Adds GNC GPS/comm to Product Line

Garmin's newest navigator packs a lot of performance and features into a modern package
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Redbird Making It Easier To Earn Instrument Ticket

Redbird's GIFT Instrument program helps students progress more smoothly.

Freshly Restored 1928 Gipsy Moth New to AirVenture

Restored by an enthusiast in upstate New York, the vintage biplane has a colorful history
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ForeFlight Offering New Sentry Mini Receiver at AirVenture

The latest entry to the Sentry family offers a wealth of functionality for $299.
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Traffic Lags, but Bizav Still Humming in Dog Days

The overall pace is expected to pick up after Labor Day as we head toward the NBAA convention in October.

FedEx Steps Up To Support Grieving Family

Teen with ambition to become a FedEx pilot dies in crash, but achieves her goal another way.
Regulations and Government

FAA Emergency Order Renders Iran Airspace a No-fly Zone

Following the Iranian shootdown of a large U.S. surveillance UAV, the FAA has prohibited operations in the Persian Gulf region
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Training and Workforce

AIN's Thurber Takes Top Aerospace Journalism Award

AIN editor-in-chief Matt Thurber has won the Aerospace Media Award for Safety Training & Simulation
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Sparfell Tells the Aerion Story at EBACE

The Geneva-based sales representative for Aerion has some hot prospects in line
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Embraer Celebrates E195-E2's Certification Triumvirate

Touting its performance and efficiency advantage, Embraer is bullish on prospects for its latest E-Jet.
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Aircraft

International Panel To Convene on Max 8 Certification Probe

In an unusual move, the FAA has formed a Joint Authorities Technical Review involving a global collection of aviation authorities.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Stevens Settles In at Macon; Adjusts to a New Identity

With its 48,000-sq-ft facility now in play, Stevens Aerospace and Defense is on the right path in Macon
Airports

Alabama Airport Suffers Major Tornado Damage

Two jets were destroyed as a tornado plowed through Eufaula, Alabama airport.
Airports

NetJets Donates $1.2 Million to OSU Airport Improvement

The fractional giant has long supported the airport at its headquarters city
FBOs

European Operator ASL Adds FBO Services

With sister company JetNetherlands, the company has opened its doors to outside operators
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FBOs

Grand Rapids Airport To Get a Second FBO

Avfuel's Avflight division will develop and operate the new five-acre campus
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Ahead to the Past; New Supersonics Press for a Concorde Remix

With solid backing from Gold Seal partners, Aereon Aerospace is throttling up its AS2 program
FBOs

Mototok Helps Optimize Hangar Space

Electronic computerized tug maker Mototok can increase available hangar space by the equivalent of 40 percent.
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Regulations and Government

IBAC Highlights Industry Outreach Efforts

The International Business Aviation Council wants industry companies and operators to know it is here to help.

MEBAA 2018 Closes on an Up Beat

MEBAA founding and executive chairman Ali Alnaqbi has a strong vision for future growth.
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Rotorcraft

Airbus Corporate Helicopters CEO Is Bullish on the Breed

With its ACH145 interior mockup on display at MEBAA, Airbus Corporate Helicopters Is On the Hunt for Middle East Customers
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Rotorcraft

Bell Sees Good Prospects in Rotorcraft Market

With its 505 and 525 models bookending the civil product line, Bell sees strong potential in the region's customer base.
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Aircraft

Dassault Sees Beauty in Its Falcons

With the market currently stable, Dassault is confident its 6X will make a great impression when it enters service in 2022.
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Aircraft

TAG Farnborough Airport Continues to Grow

As a principal gateway to the UK capital, TAG Farnborough Airport is optimized for large business aircraft.
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Aircraft

Jetex Appointed Exclusive HondaJet Dealer in Middle East

Jetex became an authorized HondaJet dealer in the Middle East on December 9 and sees great promise for the seven-passenger light jet.
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Maintenance and Modifications

World Aero Launches Bizliner Brake Service

UK-based wheel and brake specialist World Aero introduces a program customized for operators of ACJs and BBJs.
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Rotorcraft

London Biggin Hill Heli-Shuttle Adds an AW139 to Fleet

With the addition of a Leonardo AW139 twin-engine helicopter, London Biggin Hill's Heli-Shuttle service expands its capabilities.
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Aircraft

Gulfstream Flagship Sets Yet Another City-pair Speed Record

Gulfstream's G650ER flies from Teterboro, New Jersey to Dubai in just over 11 hours.
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Rotorcraft

Bell Delivers Pair of 429s to Local Flight Academy

Bell's 429 is set to go into service as a multi-engine trainer with EDIC Horizon International Flight Academy.
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FBOs

Aviaa Signs Co-op Deal with Jetex Network

Business aviation procurement specialist Aviaa joins forces with Jetex in a mutually beneficial partnership.