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Regulations and Government

Chao Swears In as DOT Secretary

Senate Commerce chairman Thune said Chao has the bipartisan backing of the Senate.
Maintenance and Modifications

Ruag Completes Cabin Refit during Challenger Heavy Check

The older aircraft, regstered to a Middle Eastern customer was completed on schedule in just 10 weeks.
Sustainability and Environment

First ATR Biofuel Demonstrator Takes Flight

Swedish airline BRA flies ATR 72-600 fueled with 45-percent cooking oil
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Aircraft

Northrop Grumman Drops From U.S. Air Force's T-X Competition

A week after Raytheon and Leonardo-Finmeccanica publicly withdrew, Northrop Grumman and BAE Systems said they also will not compete for T-X.
Maintenance and Modifications

Sierra Completions Gets FAA Part 145 Nod

The announcement caps a year-long process, under the FAA's new repair station certificiation protocols.
Engines

Pratt Changes Leadership at Commercial, Military Divisions

Management shakeup on commercial side sees Calio replace Gernhardt amid Geared Turbofan struggles
Avionics

JetTech Earns STC for Citation 550B/560 Touchscreens

The approval covers the Garmin GTN 650/7560 installation for Primus 1000-equipped Citation Bravo, Ultra, Encore and Excel jets.s
FBOs

New FBO Complex Planned at Dallas-area Addison Airport

The Business Aviation Group was selected to construct a new FBO complex, and it will soon choose a partner to operate it.
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Maintenance and Modifications

A Leading Player Built on a Powerhouse of Tradition

Built on a powerhouse of tradition
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FBOs

ExecuJet Opens Second FBO at Dubai’s New Airport

ExecuJet Opens Second FBO at Dubai’s New Airport
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Regulations and Government

Senate Confirms Chao as Transportation Secretary

Chao was approved by an overwhelming majority in the Senate.
Rotorcraft

Waypoint Sees Near-term Lift for Offshore Helo Market

Near-term outlook is now “optimistic, buoyed by OPEC’s announcement to cut production followed by non-OPEC producers vowing to do the same."
Aircraft

Daher Delivers First 2017 TBM 930

Newest model now comes standard with ADS-B IN avonics, stick shaker, new interior features and wireless connectivity gateway.
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Aircraft

Russia Introduces UB Version of 'Renewed MiG-35' Fighter

Manufacturing RAC MiG hosted military attaches from 30 countries for the public showing in Lukhovitsy, near Moscow.
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Airlines

Airlines Call for More Clarity on Trump Travel Ban

Cite failure of administration to properly coordinate and warn airlines of new policy
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FAA Safety Chief Peggy Gilligan To Retire

Gilligan spent 37 years with the agency and has been praised for her dedication to safety.
ATC

Transponder on Standby Led To Near Midair over Black Sea

Embraer 170's transponder was in “standby mode,” causing subsequent “unintentional interruption of air traffic service” and near midair with Falcon 900.
Maintenance and Modifications

Bombardier To Offer Bizjet Support at Super Bowl LI

The service provider will place representatives on-site in Houston so operators and customers alike can receive aircraft support.
Regulations and Government

Opioids Being Added To FAA Drug-testing Rules

Hydrocodone, hydromorphone, oxymorphone and oxycodone would be added to the FAA’s urine testing requirements for commercial pilots and aircraft mechanics.
Avionics

Volcanic Ash Detector for Jets Passes Ground Tests

At typical cruise speeds the system provides pilots with a seven to 10-minute warning, allowing sufficient time to safely evade ash clouds.

Business Aircraft Broker Pioneer James Welsch Dies

Welsch had a 54-year career in the industry, joining his father's aircraft brokerage in 1960.
Aircraft

Indian Navy Releases RFI for New Carrier-borne Fighter

Boeing's F/A-18 Super Hornet is the likely front-runner; the Navy is also talking E-2D Hawkeye AEW with the U.S.
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Aircraft

U.S. Air Force Awards Boeing Third KC-46 Production Contract

The $2.1 billion contract for low-rate initial production lot 3 calls for the delivery of 15 tankers by July 30, 2019.
Airlines

Airlines, Amid Confusion, Largely Quiet On Trump Travel Ban

Contradictory statements from Trump administration officials have caused confusion for airlines.

Corporate Helicopters To Host Open House in San Diego

Attendees will be able to listen to speakers, view the Robinson R44 and take an introductory flight lesson.
Rotorcraft

Airbus Helo Shipments Rise Despite 'Difficult Year'

Airbus Helicopters delivered 418 rotorcraft last year, a 5 percent increase over 2015.
Rotorcraft

Robinson Readies To Deliver Its 12,000th Helicopter

The milestone aircraft—a turbine single R66, S/N 0763—will be delivered to Hover Dynamics, one of three long-time Robinson dealers in South Africa.
Aircraft

Gulfstream Jet Deliveries Find Bottom in 2016

This year is expected to be mostly flat, with moderate growth in 2018 and 2019 and a “significant” rise in 2020.
FBOs

Chicagoland FBO Starts Work on New Terminal

Gary Jet Center at Indiana's Gary/Chicago International Airport will debut its new terminal this summer.
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FBOs

Signature Pursuing 'All Avenues' after SNA Decision

Signature said its customers have reacted with shock to the board's decision to switch FBO providers at the airport after 20 years.