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Maintenance and Modifications

Aviation Partners Gets ANAC Falcon 50 Winglet Approval

Brazil’s civil aviation authority validates the aftermarket manufacturer’s latest supplemental type certificate for Dassault aircraft.
Maintenance and Modifications

Embraer Strengthens Customer Support Network

Contact Center expanded; Northeast Brazil authorized service center added.
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Iranian An-140 Crashes in Tehran, Killing 40

Eight survivors taken to a Tehran hospital.
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Ukrainian Airlines Barred from Russian Airspace

Russia's ban will result in longer flights and higher operating costs.
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FAA and Natca Implement Airport Safety Reporting Program

Pilot program allows controllers to report safety issues without retaliation.

Gulfstream Expands SMS Company Wide

Adding the sales and marketing people closes the final loop in Gulfstream’s SMS.

U.S. Air Force: Controllers May Have Cheated on Exams

The Air Force says no controllers were de-certified because of the cheating scandal.

Report Issued on Indonesian Runway Incursion

Report says both pilots and controllers were at fault for close call.
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Report Critical of FAA Progress on Runway Safety Issues

Department of Transportation questions whether the FAA is up to the task of implementing new runway safety project.

TBM 700 Accident in France Kills Two

Three passengers were flown to a Paris hospital.

ALPA Continues Support for Flight Deck Officer Program

ALPA applauds recent TSA integration step.

NextGen Operational Statistics Updated

Instrument approach numbers continue to grow.

U.S. Flight Operations Banned in Baghdad FIR

Ban remains in effect until further notice.

Contractor Announced To Continue Search for MH370

Search for MH370 could take another 12 months
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Completion & Refurbishment Centers 2014

Whether you’re looking for an airborne fireplace or a comfortable place to fire up your laptop, these facilities can deliver.
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Maintenance and Modifications

JSSI Has New Products for Helicopter Operators

U.S. company enhances tip-to-tail maintenance and parts-only offerings while joining Brazilian helicopter pilots’ association.
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Aircraft

Pilatus Rolls-out Strong-Selling PC-24 Jet

The new business jet offers a spacious cabin and great versatility in terms of its performance.
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Avionics

Prodigy Touch Upgrades Embraer Phenom 300 Cockpits

The new avionics “revolutionize” the man-machine interface and give pilots the first touchscreen-controlled glass flight deck for light jets.
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Aircraft

Twin Otter Is Ready For Anything In Latin America

The versatile twin turboprop is well suited to the region’s limited infrastructure, according to manufacturer Viking.
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MedAire App Brings Travel Risk Guidance To Operator

MedAire’s new app includes information on real-time risks such as natural disasters and political upheaval.
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Avionics

Genesys Helicopter Stability Augmentation System Approved For R44

The new system is intended to reduce the workload of helicopter pilots.
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WFS Eyes Further GA Growth After World Cup Boost

World Fuel Services has had a rapidly growing presence in Latin America, and sees no letting up as it makes acquisitions and extends its reach.

Despite Slowdown, Manufacturers Remain Optimistic On Latin American Market

Latin America continues to be a key growth market for all the leading business aircraft manufacturers.
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Rotorcraft

Latin American Helicopter Market En Fuego

OEMs selling and investing more throughout the region.
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Rotorcraft

Russian Rotorcraft Have Plenty to Offer in Latin America

The Russian Helicopters group produced a wide array of aircraft suited to a variety of missions.
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FAA Bans U.S. Carriers From Overflying Iraq

The latest Notam succeeds succeeds the agency’s earlier guidance, which prohibited flights over Iraq at or below 30,000 feet.

Etihad To Acquire 49-Percent Share of Alitalia

The “transaction implementation agreement,” which the airlines valued a €1.76 billion ($2.35 billion), is intended to restore the airline to profitability.
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