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Airlines

Electronics Ban Raises Questions at European Commission

EC calls for security coordination meeting in Brussels
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Rotorcraft

Apache Multi-year Contract Saves $330 Million, Boeing Says

The manufacturer will provide 244 remanufactured AH-64Es to the U.S. Army over five years, and 24 new-build E-models to Saudi Arabia.
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Airports

FAA: Bizjets Can Safely Operate at LNA

Finding could overturn a long-standing ban on jets at the airport.
Security

Bizav Not Affected by TSA's Large-electronics Ban

According to Flight Service Bureau, private and charter flights on business aircraft are exempt from the TSA directive.
Airlines

European Aviation Looks To ‘Preserve’ Single Market After Brexit

Nine aviation associations in Europe have issued a joint statement backing the EU and reiterating its huge benefits for aviation.
Regulations and Government

FAA Regulatory Board To Address Consistency Concerns

FAA released an order outlining the procedures for the RCCB, which is designed to address long-held concerns about inconsistent regulatory interpretations.
Airports

London City Jet Centre Launches Broker Incentive Scheme

London City Airport incentive scheme and new pricing designed to let operators and travellers see the benefits of the airport.
Aircraft

Malaysian Hawks To Be Upgraded

The single-seat Mk208 light attack version will be renewed by BAE Systems in partnership with Airod.
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Turbine Aircraft, Ops Driving Gains in New FAA Forecast

The general aviation fleet is expected to increase a modest 0.1 percent a year through 2037, with turbine deliveries offsetting a drop in piston aircraft.
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Safety

LOC-I, Runway Excursions Top NBAA's 2017 Safety List

Topics were identified via a data-driven review by the NBAA Safety Committee as primary risk-mitigation targets for all business aircraft operators.
Airlines

AAPA Projects Positive Asia Outlook but Geopolitics a Concern

Tightening immigration policies stand to thwart growth in demand for air travel
Rotorcraft

Bell’s FCX-001 Concept Helicopter Showcases Future Technology

Bell’s FCX-001 Concept Helicopter Showcases Future Technology
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Avionics

Send Solutions STCs Iridium Satcom in Citation X

The satcom system provides text and voice capability.
Avionics

EASA Approves Garmin ADS-B Transponders

The European approval covers panel- and remote-mount transponders.
Maintenance and Modifications

Jet Aviation Earns Hong Kong G650 Maintenance Authorization

The approval will allow the location to work on G650s registered in China, Macau and Hong Kong, including the six under its own management.
FBOs

Meridian Gets Global Family Maintenance Approval

The Teterboro-based service provider, adds to its roster of large cabin operational specifications, and increases its hangar space at the same time
Maintenance and Modifications

Stevens Completes Its First GIV Fans-1/A Upgrade

The upgrade enables G-IV operators to comply with international mandates.
Aircraft

Lockheed Martin Says It Can Deliver T-50A Early If Needed

If the U.S. Air Force asks, the manufacturer contends it can begin deliveries in 2022, two years before planned initial operational capability.
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Regulations and Government

GA Groups Highlight ATC Reform Concerns to Lawmakers

Sixteen associations asked U.S. House and Senate leaders to ensure they have enough time to fully review any independent ATC proposal.
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Veteran Communications Exec To Succeed Gamba at EBAA

Brandon Mitchener brings 25 years of journalism and public affairs experience to his new role, which begins April 3.
Accidents

Modernized Ka-27M Helicopters Join the Russian Navy

New radars, avionics and communication systems are being added to the veteran ASW machines.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Florida Charter Provider Now in Maintenance Business

SevenJet Private Travel will offer a variety of services from its Clearwater base.
Avionics

Avionics Shop President Ordered To Pay Restitution

The ruling follows a guilty plea on charges he bribed an FAA inspector.
Aircraft

Singapore Reveals Modifications to IAI Heron Systems

The MALE UAV has achieved full operating capability after local enhancements to communications and training systems.
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ATC

AIN Blog: Privatizing ATC: Wasting a Century of Aviation Development

The debate about privatizing the air traffic control system in the U.S. should be over: it's a bad idea.
Airports

American Flyers Closing Santa Monica Flight School

The flight academy is leaving southern California but still has bases in New York, Florida, Texas and Arizona.
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Airlines

UK Follows U.S. Electronics Ban Aboard Certain Flights

Directive covers six countries and affects 14 airlines
Avionics

CloudAhoy 5.0 Adds SkyVector Worldwide Charts

Version 5.0 of the CloudAhoy postflight briefing app has added new features, including SkyVector worldwide charts and new instrument approach graphs.
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Aircraft

Bizjet Optimism Not Yet Resulting in Actual Improvement

Despite the UBS business jet index being at a post-recession high, market fundamentals remain “relatively weak.”
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Accidents

Former Avantair Mx Director Pleads Guilty to Tampering

An employee of the former Avantair admitted to attempting to hinder federal authorities investigating why an elevator detached from one of its aircraft.