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On Air Dining Opens Halal Kitchen at London Stansted

Company said the investment in the Halal kitchen is a response to an increase in requests from an expanding Middle Eastern customer base.
Safety

Farnborough Airport the Latest to Achieve IS-BAH OK

The dedicated business aviation airport serves the London area and is the second UK facility to be so recognized by IBAC.
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Safety

FlightSafety Adds GV to Upset Recovery Training Course

Course is conducted in a full-motion simulator with expanded aerodynamic model for upset prevention and recovery training.
Aircraft

Indian Air Force Discusses Future Combat Aircraft–Again

The saga of failed procurements and indigenous aircraft development continues.
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Aircraft

One Year Later, Gulfstream G500 Program is Flying High

Gulfstream Aerospace’s flight-test campaign for its G500 program has surpassed more than 100 hours over more than 45 missions.
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ATC

No End In Sight To VIP TFRs

The practice of imposing airspace restrictions for major security events will only get worse during the election season.
Aircraft

Embraer's Bizjet Shipments Double in the Third Quarter

Deliveries overall see up 50 percent in third quarter with gains in both Executive Jets and Commercial Aviation.
Accidents

AIN Blog: Is IS-BAO Worth the Paper It’s Printed On?

Pieces of paper won’t prevent an accident, but a safety culture backed by documentation that is believed in and adhered to will go a long way.
Airlines

Europe’s Regional Airlines Call for Level Playing Field

Delegates at the annual gathering of Europe’s regional airlines heard that airlines need to work together to lessen regulatory and other costs.
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Safety

Industry Looks to Technology To Help Solve LOC Issues

NTSB boar member Earl Weener says technology solutions are most desired approach to solving safety concerns such as loss of control.
Avionics

Spirit Issued Fans STC for Challenger 604

The STC also covers ADS-C and CPDLC.
Aircraft

Spirit Offers Cost-Saving C-130H Upgrade

MRO eyes unfulfilled U.S. requirement. Meanwhile, Israel’s own C-130H upgrade takes to the air
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ATC

Controllers Union Raises Alarm on ATC Staffing, Seeks Hearing

The number of certified professional controllers is at the lowest point in 27 years, warns the National Air Traffic Controllers Association
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Regulations and Government

EASA in Consultations over Medical Privacy Policy

Agency chief Ky laments lack of common legislation in Europe
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Cabin Interior and Electronics

Gogo Biz 4G Connectivity Coming To Bizav Early 2017

The new Gogo Biz service is more than three times faster than the existing Gogo air-to-ground network for business aviation.
Airports

Utah Ski Gateway Reopens after Runway Rebuild

Skypark Airport received a new runway and lighting system in a $ 1.3 million project completed without FAA funding.
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Aircraft

Pratt Canada Joins 328Jet Upgrade Program

Signs MoU to supply PW306Bs to Turkey's TRJet
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Safety

NTSB LOC Forum Spotlights Culture, Training Issues

GA has not seen same safety improvements as commercial airline industry, with LOC the accident statistics, NTSB said.
Aircraft

Pre-owned Gulfstream Market Holds Steady, Report Notes

Inventory of for-sale G450s, G550s and G650s remains in seller’s market territory at 7.6 percent, 6.1 percent and 7.4 percent, respectively.
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Rotorcraft

U.S. Army Plans First Deployment of Laser-Guided Rocket

The service has procured 'an initial quantity' of the Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System, manufacturer BAE Systems said.
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Sustainability and Environment

Viability of Aviation Biofuels Remains Distant, Say Experts

The main challenge remains economics but organizing collection of raw materials also presents difficulties.
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Aircraft

US Navy Test Pilots Fly the F-35 Fighter at Sea on Aircraft Carrier

US Navy Test Pilots Fly the F-35 Fighter at Sea on Aircraft Carrier
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FBOs

Signature's Silicon Valley FBO Moves Closer to Opening

Slated to be fully operational next month, the $82 million location will be the second service provider at Norman Y. MIneta San Jose International Airport.
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Rotorcraft

Bell, Sikorsky Showcase Different Concepts for Army Helo

The two manufacturers said Lockheed Martin's involvement with competing teams for the Army joint multi-role demonstration is not a problem.
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Regulations and Government

NBAA: Cuba Travel Continues To Get Easier

U.S. government is now permitting export of aircraft parts, and aircraft are now permitted for seven-day stay.
Aircraft

Sukhoi Lands Second Western Customer for SSJ100

Ireland's CityJet to take first delivery next year
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Safety

Bombardier Presents 2015 Cernan Safety Award to Barre

Captain Matt Barre was recognized for his safety efforts with the U.S. Coast Guard and Aflac corporate flight department.

Argus: North American Bizav Flying Surges in September

Activity last month soared by 3 percent versus a year agom, more than quadrupling the company’s forecast for 0.7-percent growth that month.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Dassault To Break Ground on New Falcon Service Center

New Mérignac, France location will be a new addition to Dassault Falcon Service’s three existing dedicated heavy MRO facilities.
Regulations and Government

NATA Joins Multi-industry Appeal on Bonus Depreciation

More than 200 organizations wrote lawmakers to renew tax measures as Congress leaves little time to act.