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Regulations and Government

Pilot Shortage Hitting Home at Racca Member Airlines

Regional Air Cargo Carriers Association members are perturbed about the shortage of qualified pilots.
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Accidents

FAA Adds to "Lessons Learned" Safety Website

The FAA has updated its "Lessons Learned" safety library with six new modules detailing additional historically significant accidents.
Avionics

Honeywell Readies for New Integrated Radio’s First Application

Initial contract covers 200 Southwest Airlines 737 Max narrowbodies
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Security

FAA Bans Somalia Overflights

Terrorist and miltant groups pose a threat to aircraft transiting the nation's airspace.
Accidents

Caravan Crashes in South Sudan

The aircraft was landing on an unpaved strip.
Rotorcraft

ACSR Introduces Tailboom Motion Detection System

A switch illuminates the master caution panel indicating “tailboom” in the event of a failure.
Aircraft

Piaggio Aerospace Realigns Organizational Structure

Four Piaggio Aerospace executives have taken on new positions as part of the restructuring.
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Safety

U.S., Canada Detail Pilot Certificate Conversion Procedures

Document outlines the application process, required information and considerations for exercising the privileges of an FAA pilot certificate.
Safety

IHST Forms Helicopter Safety Partnership in Brazil

The Brazilian Helicopter Safety Team is a partnership between the IHST Brazil Group and the nation's civil aviation authority.
Security

Video Shows Shootdown of Hawker 800

The Colombian Air Force intercepted the aircraft for operating illegally in Colombian airspace.
Training and Workforce

House Committee Votes Cap on Flight Training Benefits

The cap would limit G.I. Bill flight training benefits to $20,235 per year, although currently enrolled veterans would be grandfathered for two years.
Safety

When is a Crewmember Fit for Duty?

Fitness-for-duty plans are crucial, and pilots need to watch out for each other to ensure the safety of the operation.
Safety

Battery Failures: Beware Lithium-ion Dangers

Battery fires present a serious threat to all airplanes, and the threat is growing.
Avionics

EASA Approves SwiftBroadband Mod with ICG eRouter

The eRouter adds Wi-Fi connectivity to the Global Express.
Airports

NBAA Files Part 16 Complaint To Halt Hampton Restrictions

The Part 16 complaint filed with the FAA could stop East Hampton restrictions and also withhold federal transportation funds.
Avionics

Levaero Receives STC for Lexavia EVS in PC-12NG

A pending second issue of the STC will allow installation of the LFS6000 in legacy PC-12s equipped with compatible MFDs.
Avionics

ADS-B Packages Under Way for Honeywell Primus Flight Decks

The upgrades will meet the latest DO-260B standards required for U.S. and European ADS-B out compliance.
Avionics

Astronics Adds Lower-priced Enhanced Vision System

Target market for the new Max-Viz 1200X enhanced-vision system is the light general aviation, kit-building and experimental aircraft markets.
Aircraft

Gulfstream Execs See Steady Market

Deliveries will remain flat, but North America and Europe has improved for manufacturer, incoming president Mark Burns said.
Charter & Fractional

NAC Asks Why Everyone Ignores Africa

South Africa’s National Airways Corp. is doing very well but says African aviation companies struggle to be taken seriously by OEMs.
Charter & Fractional

NetJets Europe Off To a Flying Start in 2015

Addition of new Signature Series jets helping company to achieve more growth.
Aircraft

Preowned Market Awaits rebound Iannarelli says

Houston-based broker says small- to mid-cap companies hold the key to revived sales activity
Charter & Fractional

Flying Group To Acquire Jet Management Europe

Under the takeover deal, Flying Group will also manage a new Dassault Falcon 7X.

100+ Falcons Now Have Cobham Aviator 700D Satcoms

Datacom is a cost-effective replacement for existing Level-E Aviator 700 and Aero-HSD+ systems
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Satcom Unveils GlobalVT for Onboard Use of Smartphones

System allows use of personal smartphones from takeoff to landing anywhere in the world.
FBOs

Acquisition of Rizon Jet To Fund Expansion

Acquisition will allow it to expand its ramp space and hangarage at Biggin Hill Airport.
Safety

FlightAware Launches MLAT Mode S network Tracking

Company also intros new capabilities for its flight tracking service
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Boutsen Design opens concept store in Nice

One-stop-shop offers luxurious comfort items for cabin decoration
Engines

Pratt touts PT6 service program

Some PT6SMART services do not charge for non-genuine parts, FOD

Women in Corporate Aviation Rally the Troops at EBACE

Networking event hosts a standing-room-only crowd