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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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Maintenance and Modifications

DAC Signs Distribution Deal with Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics

Offers instrument overhaul and exchange programs
Aircraft

Peru’s Re-Order Takes C-27J Sales Total to 80

Sales of Alenia’s Twin-Turboprop Airlifter Continue at a Moderate Pace
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ATC

Asia-Pac Drops LOA Requirement for ADS-B Ops

Some states have no or insufficient operational approval processes.
ATC

Pilot Seeks FAA Change to ADS-B Mandate

Eliminating the requirement for some would encourage owners of lower cost GA aircraft to keep flying.
FBOs

ExecuJet To Reward Its Frequent Fliers

Operators will earn a free handling service for every 50 landings at any of the company’s FBOs in the Middle East, Africa, Asia, Australasia and Europe.
Fuel

Florida FBO Joins Phillips Network

Suncoast Air Center at Florida’s Venice Municipal Airport is the latest service provider to sign on with Phillips 66 as an aviation fuel dealer.

NATA Launches New Worker Compensation Insurance Plan

The new plan will allow participating members to enjoy an annual return on insurance payments.
Airports

Alabama Airport Wraps Major Improvement Projects

Runway 18L/36R has been opened, as improvement projects on the taxiways are complete.
Fuel

Fuel Supplier Adds to Roster

Six Landmark Aviation facilities have joined the Shell network.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance

Seabury To Invest in Industry through New Merchant Bank

The new merchant banking division of advisory group Seabury will invest in areas such as minority equity stakes and commercial aircraft leasing.
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Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

U.S. Air Force Takes Steps To Relieve, Retain UAV Pilots

The U.S. Air Force is taking steps to relieve “strain” on its remotely piloted aircraft pilots
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Airports

Airports, FAA Adapting To LED Lighting Push

To pilots, LED lights look different from incandescent lights, and there are issues to be resolved when airports switch to the new technology.
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Maintenance and Modifications

MRO Profile: Jet Center MFR

Medford, Oregon MRO has deep roots in the community.
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FBOs

Lux Air Upgrades at Goodyear

The company recently broke ground on a new $10 million FBO complex.
FBOs

Sheltair To Purchase Landmark Base

Terms of the deal remain under negotiation.
Airports

Oil Worker Faces Stiff Penalties After Airport Spill

A former Shell Pipeline employee’s negligence caused a 9,000-gallon jet fuel spill in 2012 at Milwaukee General Mitchell International Airport.

Georgia Tech and Gulfstream Aerospace Partner To Train Veterans

Program helps vets transition to the corporate culture.