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Accidents

Global 5000 Damaged in Philippines Runway Excursion

Large-cabin business jet departed the left side of the runway into wet, grassy terrain, collapsing the left main and nosewheel landing gear.
Security

State of Union TFR Bans Flights over Washington, D.C.

GA operations inside flight restricted zone are prohibited between 8 p.m. and 11 p.m.
Regulations and Government

FAA To Alter Air Traffic Data Request Procedures

Pilot’s Bill of Rights Hyperlink to be Eliminated
Aircraft

Spotlight on the Embraer Legacy 500 Cabin Interior

Spotlight on the Embraer Legacy 500 Cabin Interior
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Maintenance and Modifications

Duncan Aviation Lincoln Renews Certification for India

The facility also holds certifications from Argentina, Bermuda, Brazil, Cayman Islands, China, the EASA, Mexico, South Africa and Venezuela.
ATC

U.S. Army Interest Suggests eLoran Might Have a Future as GPS Backup

The Army Contracting Command has issued a Request for Information (RFI) covering eLoran receivers for maritime, aviation and/or vehicular platforms.
Avionics

Building an ADS-B Ground Station Is Easy As Pi

FlightAware is feeding its data-hungry network with signals gathered by about 2,000 ADS-B ground stations.
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Avionics

Virgin America Picks Nexis EFBs

Astronautics EFBs are installed in more than 1,000 aircraft
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Maintenance and Modifications

Magnetic MRO To Launch Aircraft Painting Service

The company will offer chrome and non-chrome painting materials for aircraft of all ages.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Duncan Aviation Offering Free NextGen Seminars

The company plans to offer eight seminars this year.
Safety

Aviation Safety Question of the Week

Sponsored by FlightSafety International
Airports

Under-construction Hangar Collapses at Morristown Airport

Incident did not interrupt operations at the general aviation airport.
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Regulations and Government

House Clears TSA Fiscal 2015 Funding

Fate of bill uncertain as Washington squabbles over immigration.
Maintenance and Modifications

AEA Announces 2015 Regional Meeting Schedule

The annual convention will be held in Dallas from April 8 to 11.
Maintenance and Modifications

Haitec Continues MRO Expansion

Set to offer greater VIP service to Boeing, Airbus and Gulfstream GV-SP customers
Aircraft

Korea Awaits New F-16 Upgrade Offer

BAE Systems may not bid on other international F-16 upgrade programs after set-back over South Korean fighter choice
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Rotorcraft

The Seven Best Technologies To Help Reduce Helicopter Accidents

Research shows these technologies have significantly reduced helicopter fatalities.
Safety

Flight Planning Rule Changes for Canada

Airspace updates in eastern Canada will continue throughout this year
Safety

Halaby Fellowship for Weather Research Announced

Application process open through February 28.
Safety

NOAA Needs To Prepare for Near-term Satellite Data Gaps

There might not be enough time to develop the equipment necessary to prevent the data gaps, says the GAO.
Regulations and Government

Quick Start for FAA Reauthorization Talks

Lawmakers have until September 30 to hammer out a deal to reauthorize the FAA without short-term extensions.
ATC

Pro Star Receives Change 7.1 AML STC

The upgrade is a software change and is available from authorized BendixKing and Honeywell dealers.
Fuel

Air BP Expands In Africa

Air BP has installed the first 30,000-liter (7,925-gallon) avgas refueling tank at Nampula International Airport
Airports

Maine Airport Rolls out New Software Platform

Bangor International Airport has become the first North American customer to install FBO One aircraft handling and fuel management software.
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Fuel

French Airport Taps Shell

Shell Aviation has been named the sole fuel provider at France’s Lille Airport.
Regulations and Government

DHS: Abu Dhabi Customs Preclearance Stopped 450 People

The U.S. customs preclearance facility at Abu Dhabi International Airport prohibited 450 people from boarding in its first year of operation.
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Business Aircraft Transport Turtles

Last fall, when hundreds of endangered sea turtles washed up on cold New England beaches, private aviation stepped in to "air mail" them back home.
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Aircraft

Nextant G90XT Makes Maiden Flight

The G90XT features new GE H75-100 engines, Garmin G1000 avionics, systems improvements and an upgraded interior.
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Safety

U.S. Helicopter Accident Numbers Lowest in 30 Years

Better risk management and improving safety culture credited for the positive trend.
Maintenance and Modifications

Ergonomic Scrapers Improve Aerospace Sealant Removal

The tools are designed for standard removal projects as well as more complex and difficult operations.
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