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ATC

TAG Aviation Spain Obtains RNP1 Approval

To get approved, TAG Aviation’s Spanish flight center had to ensure all of its aircraft and crews are compliant with RNP requirements.

Annual AirVenture Extravaganza Just Days Away

EAA AirVenture Oshkosh opens on July 25, welcoming visitors and thousands of aircraft from all over the world.
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Regulations and Government

GAO To Release Probe on Aviation Fuel Fraud Law

Business aviation advocates believe the decade-old law is costing the aviation trust fund millions in non-commercial aviation fuel tax revenue.
Aircraft

New Eclipse 'Canada' To Have More Performance, Range

The twinjet will also have an integrated Garmin G3000 suite and flat-rated Pratt & Whitney Canada PW615 turbofans.
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Avionics

Astronics To Offer Special Show Pricing for EVS

Buyers of the company's specificed enhanced vision systems will receive a discount during EAA Airventure.
Airlines

Lufthansa, Honeywell, Airbus Partner on Runway Safety System

The parties will develop a new system combining the Airbus Runway Overrun Protection System and Honeywell's SmartLanding technology.
Airlines

Nav Canada Announces Rate Reductions for ATC Services

The Canadian air navigation service provider last revised its rate structure in 2007, the year after it was established.
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UBS Bizjet Market Index Inches Upward

This month the index came in at 31, up two points from the firm’s previous survey but still below 50, indicating a continued weak market.
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Charter & Fractional

Jet Aviation Wins Cuba Clearance

joins a small but growing number of Part 135 operators authorized to fly commercial flights to the island nationJet Aviation joins

Long-time Corporate Pilot Bart Gault Dies

Known for his expertise in international operations, Gault flew in "some very challenging environments."
Maintenance and Modifications

FAA Eases RVSM Application Process

Rule eliminates "the burden and expense of developing, processing and approving RVSM maintenance programs.”
Maintenance and Modifications

Hawker Pacific Completes Aeromil Integration

The move adds Cessna sales, maintenance and charter to its offerings.
Maintenance and Modifications

Aviall and Michelin Announce Collaboration Agreement

The deal is intended to improve customer service through streamlined logistics.
Maintenance and Modifications

Lufthansa Technik Installs Ka-band in VIP A340

The company holds the first EASA STC for installation of the Ka-band antenna.
Maintenance and Modifications

Collins Venue Selected for Flying Colours ExecLiners

The first installation has taken place in a CRJ200 conversion.
Maintenance and Modifications

Constant Offers ADS-B OUT Upgrade for Beechjets

Deal includes a Pro Line 21 upgrade credit when an ADS-B installation is purchased
Maintenance and Modifications

Elliott Aviation Reaches One-dozen Mark in G5000 Sales

The company is offering special pricing through the first week of August.
Avionics

Voice Commands, New Gestures Enabled For Garmin GTN

The free Garmin GTN software upgrade is available in August and adds a number of new features to the GTN series navigators.
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Regulations and Government

FAA Extension Targets Number of Safety, Security Issues

Bill, however, saves debate on other issues for more comprehensive bill.
Airports

FAA To Change Runway Conditions Reporting on October 1

Actual runway conditions will be communicated to pilots in terms that directly relate to the way a particular aircraft is expected to perform.
Avionics

Garmin Shrinks Flight Stream 510 onto Multimedia Card

Garmin's new Flight Stream 510 enables wireless communication between installed avionics and mobile devices.

Firm Aims To Help Lower Bizjet Operating, Mx Costs

For a fixed monthly fee, Jet Auditors will review invoices and advise clients on ways to lower costs.
Safety

NTSB Warns of Dangers of Flying with Cataracts

The safety board recommends that the FAA and AOPA educate pilots about safety risks involved with flying with cataracts.
Maintenance and Modifications

Bombardier Mobile Bizjet Mx Fleet Marks Milestone

Bombardier Business Aircraft’s Customer Response Teammobile fleet has now performed more 4,000 maintenance events since its launch in 2013.
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Avionics

NavWorx Offers Affordable ADS-B to the Experimental Set

The company's ADS600-EXP unit was specifically designed for experimental and light-sport aircraft
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Airlines

Thailand's Nok Air Eyes China Expansion, Renewed Profitability

The low-fare carrier anticipates returning to profitability by the fourth quarter and deriving more revenue from China and the region.
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Aircraft

Farnborough Show Brought Plenty of Defense News

A round-up of AIN’s comprehensive coverage of the event.
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Aircraft

More J-20 Stealth Fighters Built in China

The long-range interceptor may be nearing entry into service, although questions remain over the maturity of the intended indigenous powerplants.
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Aircraft

The U.S. Navy’s Boeing P8 Poseidon Soars Above Farnborough

The U.S. Navy’s Boeing P8 Poseidon Soars Above Farnborough
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Rotorcraft

Royal Navy Black Cats AW159 Helicopter Display Team Flies Over Farnborough

Royal Navy Black Cats AW159 Helicopter Display Team Flies Over Farnborough
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