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Sydney Airport Activates Precision Approach GBAS System

The airport is the first in Australia to offer a GBAS landing system, Airservices Australia said.
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Teal: 13,030 Bizcraft Deliveries over Next 10 Years

Forecast includes 9,361 traditional business jets, 3,132 turboprops and 537 bizliners and regional jet conversions.
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Charter & Fractional

Air France Launches Bizjet Connections with Wijet

French flag carrier partners with up-and-coming executive charter operator as part of new “La Première” offer.

Mexico Eases Restrictions on Non-Revenue Bizav Flights

Clarified rules allow operators with aircraft listed on a charter certificate to operate to Mexico as private, non-revenue flights.

Price Induction Promoting Tiny Turbofan on U.S. Tour

Price Induction’s 575-pound-thrust turbofan might be ideal for developers of small personal jets.

Global Aero Offers Subsidized Upset Recovery Training

Calspan training program designed for Global Aerospace customers includes ground school and in-flight simulator training in a modified Learjet.

Clay Jones Retiring from Rockwell Collins Board on July 31

Anthony Carbone becomes nonexecutive chairman of Rockwell Collins on August 1.

JetTech Gets STC for Garmin GTN 650/750 Installations in CitationJets

Includes Waas approvals and certifies the aircraft for fully autopilot coupled GPS-LPV approaches.

NBAA Senior Vice President Chris Strong Assumes Conventions and Forums Duties

Strong’s new responsibilities were formerly held by Kathleen Blouin, who stepped down on Monday.
Charter & Fractional

New Air Charter Firm KlasJet Starts Operations

KlasJet launched its operations with a VIP-outfitted Bombardier CRJ200 and Challenger 850.

IMC Club, EAA Team on IFR Proficiency Center at AirVenture 2014

The IFR Proficiency Center at the annual Oshkosh show will be a hub for instrument pilots.

Engine Fire Delays F-35 Transatlantic Flight

The Marine Corps is still planning to deploy the aircraft to the UK.
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Honeywell Eyes 3-D Printing for Turbine Vane Cores

The aerospace company sees more possibilities for 3-D printing of critical parts.
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Aircraft

Fast Pace of Boeing 787 Fixes Challenges Operators

Boeing 787 reliability rates continue to rise, but several operators have deferred fixes to avoid down time.
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Rotorcraft

Sensor Supplier Calls on Army to 'Responsibly Retire' Kiowas

DRS presses the case for upgrading the Kiowa's mast-mounted sight.
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Rotorcraft

Enstrom Continues Transformation

These are heady days for the company, under new ownership and with a new model planned for next year.
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LABACE Show Looks for World Cup Boost

Soccer tournament boosts traffic as Brazil prepares to host Latin America’s business aviation show.
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Global Aircraft Tracking Gets Under Way

An independent aircraft global tracking solution has become an imperative in the wake of the disappearance of the Malaysia Airlines 777.

Accidents: July 2014

Preliminary, factual and final accident reports.
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Completion & Refurbishment Special Report 2014: The Battle for the High Ground

A look at what OEMs and completions centers are doing to give customers the most comfortable cabin.

ARSA Mobilizes MROs over Drug Testing Rules

An ANPRM requests information regarding international drug and alcohol testing rules, and ARSA wants its members to be heard.
Maintenance and Modifications

AAR Pledges $350K to Miami Youth Center

The donation supports Overtown Youth Center’s science, technology, engineering and mathematics program.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Pro Line 21 Retrofit Certified for Hawker 800A

The retrofit brings Hawker 800A owners modern flight deck capabilities with the same displays found on the Hawker 900XP and 850XP.
Maintenance and Modifications

Bell and Community College Collaborate on Training Initiative

The college envisions this trained workforce will allow area employers to recruit from the local talent pool.
Maintenance and Modifications

Component Shop Opens at Hawker Pacific Aerospace Fort Lauderdale

The move broadens the landing gear specialist’s expertise to include services for thrust reversers.
Maintenance and Modifications

Jet Aviation Dubai Redelivers First CPDLC and ADS-B Out Upgrade

The advanced avionics system offers improved communications capabilities between ATC and the aircraft, particularly in remote areas.
Maintenance and Modifications

Aircraft Maintenance Services Australia Signs Deal with Rusada

Rusada seeks to build its customer portfolio in the Far East and Australasia.
Maintenance and Modifications

West Star Aviation Names Ed Henry Regional Sales Manager

Henry has more than 40 years of experience in general and corporate aviation.
Maintenance and Modifications

Aero-Zone Names Sean O’Brien Director of Business Development, Europe

The move furthers the company’s plans to house inventory at diverse locations.