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Maintenance and Modifications

Amac Signs More Contracts For Widebody Maintenance

Specializing in bizliner maintenance and refurbishment, buisness is booming for the Swiss MRO provider.
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Airlines

IATA Demands Changes To Conflict Zone Information Sharing

Repository Implemented too quickly, says IATA security specialist
Aircraft

Panama City To Host Second AEPP Business Aviation Show

AEPP show organizers expect the number of visitors to double for the 2017 event.
Aircraft

2016 Chock-full of Airliner Milestones

Headliners include A350-1000 first flight, C Series EIS.
Accidents

Preliminary Findings Point to Flap Problem in Tu-154 Crash

The Russian defense ministry has promised to release the findings of the December 25 crash once the investigation is completed.
Aircraft

Delta Cancels Inherited Order for 18 Boeing 787 Dreamliners

Two years after it merged with Northwest Airlines, Delta deferred the earlier order to 2020 and beyond.
ATC

Study: Space-Based ADS-B Will Help Curb Aviation Emissions

Closer spacing with more efficient routing and operations will help the aviation industry meet environmental goals, Aireon-funded study finds.
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FBOs

Wisconsin FBO Under New Management

Spring City Aviation announced the acquisition of Gran-Aire, which provided services at Milwaukee Timmerman Airport for more than 70 years.
Aircraft

Emirates, Airbus Agree To Postpone Deliveries of 12 A380s

The Dubai-based carrier will now take six of the superjumbos in 2018 and six in 2019, postponing the schedule by a year.
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Rotorcraft

Leonardo Assumes Ownership of Unmanned Helicopter Maker

The Italian industrial concern acquired the remaining 60 percent of shares in a joint venture that developed the SD-Hero unmanned helicopter.
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Accidents

Russians Find Recorders from Crashed Tu-154 Military Transport

The 37-year old Tu-154 crashed in the Black Sea, killing all 92 people on board.
Maintenance and Modifications

Aero-Dienst Defends Its Bombardier Mx Crown

Last year's winner of Bombardier's annual Authorized Service Facility Excellence Award has been recognized once again.
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Regulations and Government

International Collaboration Led on Regulatory Front in 2016

ICAO reached landmark C02 agreement, while both U.S. and Euroepan officials progress on approach to small aircraft standards.
Maintenance and Modifications

Idaho Maintenance Provider Expands Authorizations

Boise's Jackson Jet Center is now authorized for King Air and Cessna Caravan work.
Maintenance and Modifications

Western Aircraft Now Advent eABS Brake Dealer

The world's largest PIlatus PC-12 distributor can now sell and install the snti-skid braking system
Safety

AviationManuals Hits Client Milestone

As it grows, the document preparation specialist says it can pass savings along to its customers.
Maintenance and Modifications

Aviation Veteran Helps Find Mx Billing Discrepancies

In operation for nearly a year, Eric Meitner’s consulting company helps navigate the ins and outs of aircraft maintenance.
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Avionics

Max-Viz 1200 EVS Gets DO-160G Approval

The EVS display enables pilots to see when flying day or night in smoke, haze and light fog.
Accidents

Colombian Authorities: Pilot Error Caused Avro RJ85 Crash

The jet carrying Brazil’s Chapecoense soccer team ran out of fuel while waiting for clearance to land outside of Medellin, Colombia.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance

Cal. Ruling Frees Some For-sale Jets from Property Taxes

There are specific requirements for the exemption, including entering into a listing agreement that transfers care, custody and control of the aircraft.
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FBOs

Landmark's Absorption Highlights 2016's FBO News

With the purchase of its largest rival, BBA Aviation subsidiary Signature Flight Support boosted its network to more than 200 locations worldwide.
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Regulations and Government

New FAR Part 23 Results in Changes to Parts 91 and 135

The rule requires changes be made to some requirements under Parts 91 and 135 to align pilot operating rules with the new Part 23 airplane rules.
Charter & Fractional

PrivateFly Predicts More Change for Charter Market in 2017

Online charter booking company sees more demand for long-haul flights and new customers entering market.
Aircraft

Pharewell to the Phantom

The US Air Force retired the classic jet with the final flight of a QF-4 that was serving as an unmanned aerial target.
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Aircraft

2016 Year in Review: Business Aircraft Milestones and a Look Ahead

A number of projects came to fruition in 2016.

Notable Final Flights 2016

Aviation lost several legends during the year.

Year in Review: BBJ, Quest Undergo Management Changes

BBJ, Marenco Swisshelicopter, Quest, Piaggio and Mooney all announced changes at helm in 2016, as did NATA, CAN and NAA.
FBOs

Trenton Airport Gets New FBO

Established by a charter provider with more than 30 years of experience, FlightServ promises customers a personalized experience.
Maintenance and Modifications

Field Aviation Partners on Challenger 605 Special Mission Mod

The company, which has been in operation since 1947, has extensive experience in modifying a wide range of civil aircraft for special purposes.
Aircraft

Long-range Sukhoi SSJ100 Gains European Approval

Increased maximum takeoff weight helps extend range by 50 percent
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