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Avionics

TrueNorth Offers Wireless Access to Smaller Aircraft

The Optelity Hot Spot allows operators of smaller jets and turboprops to provide wireless access for passengers and pilots.
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Airlines

Airline CEOs Defend Industry's Profitability at Aviation Summit

Airlines 'are being attacked for being profitable,' said Airlines for America president and CEO Nicholas Calio.
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Aircraft

Eager Airliner Makers Set To Vie for Iranian Business

Lifting of sanctions could open a market for $20 billion worth of airliners
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Training and Workforce

Textron's TRU Simulation Opens Florida ProFlight Center

New Lutz, Fla. facility already has Citation CJ3 and King Air 250/300i ful-motion, level-D sims and will add three more next year.
FBOs

Atlantic’s Philly FBO Hosts Papal Goodbye

The Pontiff gave his final blessing during his U.S. visit from the airstair at Atlantic Aviation's Philadelphia FBO.
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Rotorcraft

India Signs $3 Billion in Orders for Apaches, Chinooks

The defense ministry signed contracts for both direct commercial and foreign military sales of helicopters and supporting equipment.
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Aircraft

Flexjet Takes Delivery of First Embraer Legacy 500

Delivery marks the first fly-by-wire aircraft in the fractional provider's fleet.
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Finance, Taxes, Insurance

Milestone Aviation Expands Global Reach

Milestone hires eight new executives and opens five offices globally as it expands its reach.
Charter & Fractional

Corporate Eagle Grows Fractional Fleet with Falcon 2000

The Falcon 2000 joins the Hawker 800XP and Beechcraft King Air B200 as third type in Corporate Eagle's fractional fleet.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

India Seeks To Strengthen Unmanned Fleet with Heron UAVs

The large Israel Aerospace Industries reconnaissance drone will serve 'as a deterrent,' according to an Indian Air Force official.
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Regulations and Government

Lawmakers Debate ATC while Passing FAA Extension

Rep. Larsen, expressing disappointment at delay of long-term FAA reauthorization, questions need for independent ATC.
Regulations and Government

Bill Filed To Resolve Managed Aircraft Tax Controversy

Tiberi's bill would clarify that aircraft management services are not subject to the the 7.5 air transportation tax.
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Pentastar Aviation Unveils Aircraft Interior Design Studio

The company is preparing for significantly increased demand for cabin interiors work by the end of the decade.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Dallas Aeronautical Services Opens Brazilian Facility

The site will be formally inaugurated later this year.
Maintenance and Modifications

AeroWorx Adds AVRplus Generator Test Stand

The test stand is universal and can reduce the cost and complexity of testing.
Maintenance and Modifications

Red Aviation Acquires DFW Instrument

The company continues its North Texas expansion.
Cabin Interior and Electronics

MAGnificent Receives STC Validation in Canada

The MAGnificient interior offers several layout options.
Regulations and Government

Thailand Takes Steps to Overhaul Aviation Sector

Divides Department of Civil Aviation into two new authorities
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Maintenance and Modifications

Tamarack Aerospace's Active Winglets Nearing Approval

Company expects European approval soon, FAA STC by Q2 next year.
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Cabin Interior and Electronics

CAC, OFPSI Team on Aircraft Interiors Protection

AeroProtect, the team's first offering, shields interior components from damage during production, shipping and installation.
Accidents

Otter Crashed after Takeoff from Lake in Night VMC

Of the 10 people aboard, three passengers died and the ATP-rated pilot and four passengers sustained serious injuries
Regulations and Government

Congress To Consider Six-month FAA Extension

Temporary measure will provide time for congressional leaders to hash out agreement on long-term bill.
Aircraft

Textron Rolls Out 2,500th Caravan

Bering Air will take delivery of the 2,500th Caravan after paint and interior work is completed.
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Rotorcraft

Egypt Orders KA-52 Combat Helos, Considers MiG-35s

Helicopters may be stationed on Mistral class landing ships originally intended for Russia, but supplied to Egypt instead.
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Charter & Fractional

$115 Million Capital Injection Boosts Wheels Up

Fresh investment in private flight provider Wheels Up will boost expansion in the U.S. and Europe.
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Safety

APS Joins USAIG’s Performance Vector Safety Initiative

USAIG will cover the tuition for one pilot to attend the course at APS’s Phoenix or Dallas locations.
Aircraft

Boeing, U.S. Air Force Fly First Tanker-Configured KC-46A

The first flight of a full KC-46A tanker accomplishes a key milestone in the Air Force's decision to start building the new mission aircraft.
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Safety

ACSF's Safety Program Now Covers All of Contiguous U.S.

Participation in the program provides valuable safety data that can identify trends and correct unsafe actions before an accident.
Airports

New Cold-temperature Restricted Airport List Takes Effect

The new list includes some additions as well as some deletions.
Safety

DOT’s IG To Audit FAA Oversight of Flight Deck Safety

Recent incidents prompt request for investigation into mitigating the risk of pilots acting dangerously.