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Charter & Fractional

Sky Prime Selects JetWave For ACJ Connectivity

Alpha Star subsidiary has two A340s in its fleet, one of which is at MEBAA.
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Sky Prime Selects Honeywell JetWave

Saudi operator also selected Honeywell’s GoDirect cabin connectivity service for its Airbus A319s and A330s.
Rotorcraft

North Sea Operator Statoil Drops Super Puma

The company made the decision after oil workers' unions asked for a permanent ban on the helicopter.
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Airlines

Alaska Air Group-Virgin America Merger Passes Antitrust Review

Companies expect to close transaction by January 1
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Rotorcraft

Marenco Swisshelicopter Founding CEO 'Retiring'

Martin Stucki is reportedly being replaced at the Swiss startup helicopter manufacturer by former Airbus Helicopters senior executive Andreas Lowenstein.
Regulations and Government

India's Counterfeit Money Crackdown Affecting Bizav Ops

Shortage of the new currency is creating problems for business aircraft operators, who have traditionally done aviation services transactions in cash.
FBOs

Signature Debuts London-area FBO

The multi-million-pound facility offers customers the latest in technology for entertainment, communications and onward travel.
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Aircraft

Norway To Acquire P-8s as Boeing Delivers to Australia

India and the UK are the other customers to date; Boeing is wooing British suppliers to offset an expensive, uncompeted buy.
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FBOs

Industry Needs to Address Middle East FBO Challenges

Panel on MEBAA Conference heard of the importance of FBOs to business aviation.
Cabin Interior and Electronics

GDC Technics Lands Contract for Nine 787s

Contract comes as company has invested $20 million in new technologies.
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Maintenance and Modifications

DC Aviation, Lufthansa Technik Cooperation Completes First A-check

DC Aviation and Lufthansa Technik announced in May plans to cooperate on a range of services in Dubai.
FBOs

Italy’s Argos Looks to Build FBO Chain Across Europe

Rome-based Argos VIP is looking to expand into France and Spain
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Honeywell GoDirect Simplifies Business Aircraft Satcom Services

GoDirect software is designed to give operators improved access for managing their satcom systems.

Sheikh Ahmed Declares MEBAA 2016 Open

Accompanied by senior aviation officials, Sheikh Ahmed has a whistle-stop tour of the MEBAA Show 2016.
Aircraft

HondaJet Pilot Wings East to Dubai

Mike Finbow flew the HondaJet from the UK to Dubai for its MEBAA show debut.
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Aircraft

Boeing Business Jets Lands First Order for BBJ Max 7

BBJ president Longridge revealed the order as he announced his plans to move to another position within Boeing.

Kestrel, Stratus Launch Venture To Advise Aircraft Buyers

The new venture Camber Aviation Management, will provide assist clients through the purchase and completions process.
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Rockwell Collins Set to Launch Stage Content Service

The cloud-based stage content service will roll out in January.
FBOs

SEA Prime Boosts FBO and Concierge Services With Luxury Tie-up

Milan Linate claims to be Italy’s biggest business aviation destination.
Accidents

Cause of TBM 700 Loss-of-Control Accident Unknown

The TBM 700 crashed east of Paris on a flight from the south of France to Belgium.

Down-Route Makes Move to DWC

Hotel booking app developer moves head office in early 2017
FBOs

Dubai’s VIP Terminal Takes Center Stage with Jetex Opening

Jetex is one of three FBOs occupying the new VIP Terminal at Dubai World Central
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MEBAA Increases Pan-regional Role

Market situation “difficult”
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Avionics

Satcom Direct Buys TrueNorth Avionics

Connectivity provides completes purchase of avionics manufacturer, announces agreements with Inmarsat, Lufthansa Technik
Aircraft

Abu Dhabi Charter Operator GI Aviation Receives AOC

Commercial operations with PC-12 single-engine turboprops cleared by regulator; MEBAA pushes for greater use of small aircraft.
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Charter & Fractional

Jordan's International Wings Group Bolsters Fleets

Arab Wings, Gulf Wings and Iraq Gate announce recent and upcoming additions to their charter fleets
Charter & Fractional

TAG Aviation Europe Managed Fleet Boosted

Adding 17 clients in Europe marks significant growth for TAG Aviation there.
FBOs

UAS Announces Winners of its Ground Handler/Fuel Supplier Awards

Worldwide winners selected by trip support company.
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Awards Status Set for Jet Aviation Basel Design Studio

Concept designs for the Airbus A350-900 and Boeing 787-9 are named as finalist and shortlisted for two upcoming awards.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Global Jet Services Partners With Gama Aviation on Training

UK courses likely to highlight differences between EASA and UAE GCAA coursework.