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NTSB Points To Unstable Approach in UPS Crash

UPS crew made multiple errors during non-precision approach to Birmingham, Ala.

Crane Not Added to London Helicopter Database, Says AAIB

London heliport operator warned of construction-site crash four years before AW109 accident.

FAA Re-Posts 9/11 Tribute Arrival Procedure to D.C.

NextGen arrivals pay tribute to U.S. service personnel.
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Helicopter Accident Rate Shows Double-Digit Decline

USHST continues push to reduce helicopter accident numbers.

Plaintiffs Win Case Over Unmarked Low-Level Obstacle

Crash cost the life of an ag pilot who was unaware of obstacle.

Dutch Authorities Release Preliminary MH17 report

MH17 report offered no surprises after Dutch investigation.

Fatal EMS Crash Linked to Incorrect Aircraft Fueling

Jet-A fuel was put in a piston-powered Cessna 421.

Hungarian ATC Upgrades Begin in February

ATC units will add CPDLC capabilities as part of European Single Sky.

U.S. Hawker Still Missing in Dominican Republic

Jet was on a short flight when it disappeared.

Europe Aligns ADS-B Deadline with That of the U.S.

Europe originally planned to require ADS-B out by January 2015.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Europe Outlines Action Plan For UAV Policymaking

The EC’s Matthew Baldwin has a broad aviation/transport remit, but now deems Unmanned Aerial Systems as important as any other area, and in need of c
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Legislation in U.S. Congress Will Continue Ex-Im Bank

The bank helps finance exports of American-made products, including airplanes and helicopters.
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Business Aircraft Flying Continues Ascent in August

Activity in the U.S. rose for the ninth straight month, climbing 0.9 percent last month versus a year ago.
Maintenance and Modifications

Gulfstream Paints a Bright Future at Savannah

The new paint hangar will support the company’s growing aircraft refurbishment work.
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App Makers See Opportunity in Altitude, Oxygen Warnings

New technology in mobile devices may lead to added functionality to help pilots prevent decompression and low-oxygen emergencies.
Maintenance and Modifications

Hangar8: Paint Respray Lifts Pre-owned Aircraft Values

The cost of a respray is around 1 percent of the aircraft’s value, but could increase its value by up to 10 percent.
Rotorcraft

NTSB Calls for Methane Management on Gulf Platforms

Recommendation follows two power-loss incidents in helicopters that led to accidents on or near offshore oil platforms.

USAIG Adds Aircare Training, Service To Performance Vector

Addition includes the company’s Facts Training aircrew emergency procedures courses and mission safety and telemedical support services.

Aeronautical Sciences Council Recognizes Honda Aircraft Leader Fujino

Fujino recognized for his “pioneering contributions” in the design and development of the HondaJet and its over-the-wing engine mount configuration.
Regulations and Government

FAA Extends Comment Period on Hangar-use Policy Proposal

Compliance inspections have found that some hangars are “routinely used” to store vehicles and large household items.

Registration Closing Soon for Bombardier’s Free Safety Standdown

This year’s theme is “attention control techniques.”

NBAA To Bestow Blouin, Stine with Staff Lifetime Awards

The two will be recognized during NBAA’s annual awards luncheon on Tuesday, October 21.

India Looks To Expand Aerospace Manufacturing Sector

Manufacturers see opportunity in the new government's stated goal of making aerospace a focus for domestic and export markets.
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Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Navy Advances UClass Software as RFP Delayed

The Navy is still seeking sources for an "organic, sea-based unmanned aerial system."
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Avionics

'Storm Chasing' with Honeywell's IntuVue 3-D Weather Radar

'Storm Chasing' with Honeywell's IntuVue 3-D Weather Radar
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Aircraft

U.S. Air Force Develops Fix for Grounded F-16Ds

More than 80 of the aircraft have been grounded since cracks were discovered in the canopy sill longerons this summer.
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Airbus Expands in Asia with New Thai Flight Ops Venture

Airbus Flight Operations Services in Bangkok will produce electronic versions of flight operations manuals.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Flying Colours KSUS Expands Refurb Business

MRO adds design engineering team
Maintenance and Modifications

GA Telesis, Boeing Ink Deal for Parts Sales

GA Telesis is providing overhauled, repaired and new surplus material through a section of the Boeing Part Page called Part Page Marketplace.
Maintenance and Modifications

Bombardier OKs Jet Aviation Basel for Challenger 350 Mx

Agreement builds on companies’ longstanding relationship.
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