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U.S. Has Significant Presence at MEBAA Show

The U.S. Pavilion here at MEBAA 2016 includes the small- and medium- sized companies from the 60-or-so U.S. companies at the show.
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Hadid to Set Up New Station in Chad

The company has expanded steadily and now has 10 global offices and 25 representative locations worldwide.
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Aircraft

HondaJet Makes MEBAA, and Middle East, Debut

Aircraft manufacturer has aircraft on display to evaluate the market for the $4.85 million HA-420 HondaJet in the region.
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Airlines

African Airlines Mull Options To Combat 'Mega-competitors'

Consensus reached on need for Pan-African alliance
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Aircraft

Pre-owned Aircraft Report 2016

Both the jet and turboprop markets are soft, but the turboprop market is faring slightly better.

People in Aviation: December 2016

Industry announcements and appointments
Charter & Fractional

Lawyer: Dismiss Operating While Intoxicated Charges

Lawyer claims that, by definition, the pilot did not “operate” the aircraft.

AIN 2016 Year End Report

In the months leading up to November’s U.S. presidential election, I shared with colleagues my belief that no matter who won, business would get back
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ATC

UK Airline Organizations Call for 'Urgent' Airspace Changes

Coalition launches 'The Sky's the Limit' campaign to advocate for new flight paths and operational procedures.
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ATC

Spire To Provide Lower-cost ADS-B Aircraft Tracking

75-satellite network will be put into a diverse set of orbits to provide aircraft tracking over oceanic areas, polar regions and other remote places.
FBOs

Paragon Network Raises Funds To Fight Cancer

While October was Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Paragon Network of independent FBOs did its part to help find a cure.
Engines

Lufthansa Technik, GE JV To Build Polish MRO Facility

Companies expect operations to start in 2018
Charter & Fractional

Bizav Pioneer Santulli Leaving Milestone Aviation

Santulli is best known as the father of the fractional jet industry.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

FLIR Acquires Maker of 'Black Hornet' Mini Surveillance Drone

The sensor manufacturer plans to improve the range, performance and cost of the pocket-sized surveillance system the British military uses.
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Middle Eastern Bizav Still Challenged, Despite Oil Price Hike

Ali Alnaqbi and Al Shimmari call on fragmented industry to act in concert, while the backdrop is a welcome hike in oil prices.
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FBOs

ExecuJet FBO Is Part of Bizav Migration to New Dubai Airport

ExecuJet has been providing handling at Al Maktoum International Airport since June 2016
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Aircraft

Four Bombardier Jets On MEBAA Static Display

Canadian manufacturer is showing its family of business aircraft including a Learjet, a Challenger and a couple of Globals.
Aircraft

ACJneo Keeps Up Sale Pace with New Commitment

European company’s re-engined narrowbodies have been selling well as it decides to shelve its own bizjet completions activities in Toulouse.
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Cabin Interior and Electronics

Greenpoint’s 747-8 Model Makes Middle East Debut

Display features the company’s recently-patented Aeroloft system.
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Dreams Soar Prepares for Solo Flight

Shaesta Waiz’s Dreams Soar round-the-world journey is set to raise money for educational scholarships.
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Shades Put Passengers In Control of Cabin Light

Electronically dimmed windows as well as motorized shades and partition solutions will be on display at its booth.
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Flying Colours Completes SDR Installations

The MRO recently completed two SDR installations on two different Bombardier Global 5000 aircraft.
Aircraft

Russia’s Carrier Operations Start with Mishaps

MiG-29K and Su-33 jets are lost, and Su-33s flew the initial strikes on Syria, contrary to expectations.
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Cabin Interior and Electronics

ArincDirect Serves Sand and Dust Storm Forecasts

The new forecasts of sand and dust storms will help operators flying in southern Europe, the Middle East and North Africa.
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Cabin Interior and Electronics

Amac Balances Completions With MRO

Basel-based specialist touts recent contracts for MRO services, along with green completions and total interior refurbishment projects
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Aircraft

Piaggio Steps Up Focus on Avanti Evo

Piaggio is taking steps to improve parts delivery for the Avanti Evo
Aircraft

Dassault Falcon 8X Makes Middle East Debut

Dassault touts recent delivery of the first model to the Middle East, sees big sales for the ultra long range jet in the regional market.
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Charter & Fractional

Jet Aviation Adds UAE Approvals and New Global 6000

Jet Aviation’s Dubai MRO has received approval for G550 and G650 maintenance, and IS-BAH registration for 11 FBOs.
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Charter & Fractional

Finance Group Sees a More Pragmatic Middle East Pick Up

Global Jet Capital is seeing more interest in leasing business aircraft.
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FBOs

TAG Farnborough Gets Greener in Push for Carbon Neutrality

The award recognizes TAG Farnborough’s efforts to reduce environmental impact with its low carbon travel initiative.
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