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Airbus A350 Arrives in Tokyo as Asian Demo Tour Continues

Region accounts for a third of all A350 orders
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Aircraft

Brazil Plans To Buy More than 100 Gripens

The nation’s air force intends to eventually replace all three of its existing combat aircraft with the Swedish jet.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Safran Engineering Services Joins Duncan Aviation on ADS-B Out

The STC will initially cover the Bombardier Challenger 601-3A/3R, Learjet 60, Gulfstream G100, G200 and the Textron Hawker 800 series.
Maintenance and Modifications

Aerochine Aviation To Open Rotary-wing MRO in China

Facility will offer sales and maintenance
Maintenance and Modifications

FAA Proposes AD on Falcon Crew Seats

The proposed AD was prompted by reports of a copilot sliding aft on his seat during takeoff at rotation.
Maintenance and Modifications

FSI Names Brian Goodsite Cessna Maintenance Learning Center Manager

Goodsite has been with FlightSafety since 2005.
Maintenance and Modifications

Tactair Names AEM an Authorized Repair Station

AEM will provide support and genuine Tactair OEM equipment.
Maintenance and Modifications

SmartStem Tire Pressure System Gets EASA OK

SmartStem tire pressure sensors replace traditional tire inflation valves read and display stored information wirelessly.
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Maintenance and Modifications

ADS Ends Midland Instrument Relationship

Refocuses on core business
Aircraft

Honda Aero Unveils First North Carolina Production HondaJet HF120 Engine

Honda Aero Unveils First North Carolina Production HondaJet HF120 Engine
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Global Bizav Flying Climbs 2.2% in 3Q14, Says JSSI

Results are consistent with macro trends in the greater U.S. economy in that there continues to be steady growth.
Charter & Fractional

Air Charter Demand Perks Up Ahead of Holiday Season

North American demand for charter growing more strongly than in Europe.
Aircraft

Gulfstream’s 7,500-nm G650ER Enters Service

The approximately $2 million ER option stretches the G650’s 7,000-nm range to 7,500 nm at a cruise speed of Mach 0.85.
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Regulations and Government

Congress Urged to Make FAA Reauthorization a Priority

Aviation industry groups and politicians urged members of the 113th Congress to expedite plans to continue funding the FAA.

Bizav Industry Poised To Soar in 2015, Says Analyst

Brian Foley believes “2015 will be the indisputable pivot point when the industry turns meaningfully upward.”
Training and Workforce

FlightSafety International Taps Steve Loranger as Senior Advisor to the CEO

He brings leadership abilities, in-depth knowledge of the aerospace industry and experience as a long-time FSI customer.

NBAA Seeks Speakers for 2015 Bizav Regional Forums

Deadline for submissions is December 15.
Rotorcraft

Fourth Mi-38 Heavy-twin Helicopter Prototype Takes Flight

Latest iteration includes shock-resistant fuel system and larger windows.
FBOs

Rectrix Opens New FBO at Boston-area Hanscom Field

Company’s new flagship facility features new FBO terminal and 60,000 sq ft of hangar space.
Rotorcraft

Thales, CareFlight Team on AgustaWestland AW139 Sim Training

Simulator will feature Thales’ Reality H technology, electric motion and the possibility to use night-vision goggles.
Aircraft

SkyWest To Shed Brasilias, Reaches New Terms with United

Plans to become all-jet carrier by next summer
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Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

NTSB Supports FAA's Position in Pirker Drone Case

The NTSB reversed a ruling that the FAA was wrong to fine Raphael Pirker for allegedly recklessly flying a drone.
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Finance, Taxes, Insurance

Asian Airlines Struggle with Low Yields Despite Growth

U.S. carriers considering international expansion could add to the pressure
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Aircraft

China’s Y-20 Airlifter Makes Low-key Debut at Zhuhai

The aircraft appeared at the show in PLAAF livery, and the service is expected to be the primary customer.
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Charter & Fractional

Charter and Fractional Report 2014

The charter market, according to the many companies interviewed for this special report, is in relatively good shape.
Aircraft

Boeing’s 787 ecoDemonstrator Takes Flight

Latest round of testing involves more than 25 new technologies.
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Safety

FSF Releases Flight Path Monitoring Guide

Monitoring guide offers 20 recommendations to improve the skills of the monitoring pilot.
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Safety

EHST Issues Tips for Flying Helicopters Around Mountains

Pamphlet offers solid risk management guidance for helicopter pilots headed into mountainous terrain.
Safety

Is a FRAT Undermining Your Safety Efforts?

Flight risk assessment tools shouldn’t be used as a black or white guide for flight approval.
Safety

Safe Flight Pair Win Nall Award

Safe Flight’s late founder Leonard Greene and his son Randall win the sixth annual Nall award.
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