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Airports

California FBO Chain Joins UVAir FBO Network

The three locations of Sacramento Jet Center (SACjet) are the most recent additions to the UVair FBO Network.
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Airports

Miami FBO Joins Ascent Brand

Orion Jet Center at Opa-Locka Executive joined the World Fuel Services preferred network of FBOs.
Airports

Mexican Provider Expands Its Network

International Corporate and Cargo Services now operates nine FBOs in Mexico.
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Avionics

Ruag To Market Jetcraft HUD Vision Access

Under the agreement, Ruag will sell and install the enhanced flight vision system.
Avionics

ASIG Adds to FlyTab EFB Approved Model List

The AML STC is available for both U.S. and Canadian operators of the types covered by the STC.
Avionics

CMC Highlights GPS Landing System Sensor

The unit can act as a completely independent precision approach system.
Aircraft

Garuda’s ‘Quantum Leap’ Falls Flat

Big losses in first half and heightened competition prompt second look at growth strategy.
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ATC

Chicago Bizav Traffic Moving Following ATC Center Fire

The FAA expects ZAU ATC center will be fully operational by October 13
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Accidents

Brazil Issues Final report on King Air Accident

Pilot-in-command’s decision to descend below minimums was cited as a major factor.
Safety

FAA Requires Some Pilots to be Re-Tested for Competence

All were initially examined by DPE Bruce Kalashian from the Fresno FSDO.
Avionics

Aireon to Offer ADS-B Aircraft Tracking for Free

Aireon tracking system will come online as the next generation of ADS-B receiver-equipped satellites is launched.
Rotorcraft

Helicopter Group Encourages Back-to-Basics Training

IHST reorganizes helicopter resources as a fresh training aid ###sub###
Rotorcraft

Potential Oil Rig Safety Rules Announced

Public has until November 24 to comment on new rules
Rotorcraft

NASA Crashes Helicopter to Test Energy Absorption

Research effort designed to test new shock-absorbing composites.
Safety

Texas Man Indicted for Flying Without a License

Pilot certificate had been revoked after false statements over alcohol offense.

Helicopter Accident in France Claims Five

Two other occupants in French helicopter accident severely injured
Safety

Researcher Seeking Assistance with CRM Survey

Survey should take just 10 minutes to complete.
Rotorcraft

Pyrohelia: ‘Otto’ Goes to the Disco

Nighttime shows provide plenty of work for the Schweizer 300 with the clown face.
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Safety

North Sea Industry Implements Safety Measures

New emergency breathing systems are in use; study of passenger body size and shape will yield results soon.
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Rotorcraft

NHV, Blueway To Merge Helo Operations

Newly formed European-based is targeting the heart of the North Sea market.
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Accidents

Accidents: October 2014

Preliminary, factual and final reports
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Skandia Seeks Strategic Acquisition in the Interiors Products and Services Sector

Illinois-based company already provides most of the flammability testing and foam seat material used within business aviation.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Erickson and Columbia: Keeping The Big Blades Flying

Long-range planning and a well trained crew are key.
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Rotorcraft

AgustaWestland Pushes Ahead with Larger Tiltrotor

The 11-ton model aimed at the offshore market could be flying by 2020.
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Sustainability and Environment

FuelerLinx Enhances Tankering Calculator

The fuel pricing provider adds new functionality to its software system aimed at saving users money.
Maintenance and Modifications

Sabreliner Plans MRO Expansion in Wake of Sale

Reorganized company will parlay experience supporting military aircraft to civilian counterparts.
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Flight Department Managers: No Longer a Pilots-only Club

Today’s top companies want flight department managers fluent in the language of business.
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Airports

Boise Airport Sees Significant Government and Private Investment

The project involves runway resurfacing, taxiway rehabilitation and upgrade of other existing structures.
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Security

Security Expert Raises Issues of Satcom Vulnerabilities

The Black Hat USA security conference in August included a presentation on satcom cyber security issues.
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