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Regulations and Government

Aviation Groups Back Senate Aviation Security Bills

One bill would streamline the TSA’s acquisition process and the other would establish an Aviation Security Advisory Committee.
Regulations and Government

FAA OKs Second UAS Site in U.S.

University of Alaska can now use a small UAS for animal surveys at its test range in Fairbanks.
Regulations and Government

Court Rules That Part 91 Operators Can Apply “Age 65 Rule” to Their Pilots

The EEOC sued ExxonMobil, alleging that the company discriminated against pilots when it forced them to retire at age 60.

Delta Leads as U.S. Airline Profits Surge to $12.7 Billion

Total operating revenue of all passenger airlines last year was $199.7 billion, of which $120.6 billion, or 60 percent, came from air fare.
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Aircraft

Max Efficiency Must Extend to Boeing’s 737 Production Line

To fit new designs into the present production scheme while maintaining flow times, Boeing must consider how long each part takes to build.
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Turbomeca, Sagem Serve Customers with Technology

Safran subsidiaries unveil plans that highlight the role techonology can play in delivering support services.
Charter & Fractional

Indian Helicopter Operators Demand Security Changes

Indian operators demand security changes after a pilot and mechanic are beaten up by a charter customer.
Rotorcraft

Robinson Delivers 500th R66

The 500th helicopter was delivered to Russian operator Aviamarket.
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Rotorcraft

First Level D AW189 Sim Certified

The new simulator will be based at AgustaWestland’s new simulation building at the A. Marchetti Training Academy in Sesto Calende, Italy.

Operators Add Worldwide Communications With Low-cost Flyht Dragon System

Dragon allows pilots and passengers to communicate using voice or data, without the need for an expensive certification and installation approval program.
Regulations and Government

EAA Signs Long-term Fee Deal with FAA

The nine-year deal for ATC services represents the best option for the association.

World Cup Planning: Don’t Get Soccer-punched

Be prepared for slot restrictions; get applications in now for next month’s event.

Sumwalt Looks at Safety Leadership

Safety leader offers food for thought about how to remain safety focused.
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Citation Experiences Dual Fadec Channel Failure

Cessna and Williams studying the cause of the incident.

MH370 Preliminary Report Short on Details

The preliminary report on MH370 contains gaps.

Pilot’s Widow Pushes for Secondary Security Barriers

Widow of 9/11 captain expresses frustration as she educates Congressman’s staff.

Child Safety Seat Information Rule Proposed

The FAA wants to make it easier for parents to learn which child safety seats will fit on board which aircraft.

NTSB Issues Urgent Safety Recommendations Against Alaskan Air Operator

The safety board took action after HoTH operators experienced six accidents recently.

Beech 1900 Airstair Opens 90 Degrees in Flight

A Transport Canada report questioned some safety systems in place at Canadian carrier.

CJ Goes for a Swim

Unable to stop before the end of the runway, Citation ends up in pond.

Was U-2 Behind L.A. Center Computer Glitch?

Air traffic was significantly delayed when both of L.A. center’s Eram computers failed at the same time.

Camera Catches New Mexico Helicopter Crash

Heliopter begins spinning wildly shortly after takeoff from hospital roof.

FAA's 'Vision' Is To Delegate Authority to UAS Test Ranges

The six test ranges ould provide an avenue for UAS manufacturers to eventually gain full type certification and airworthiness approval of their designs.
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FAA GA Survey: Fleet Shrinking, but Long-term Growth Expected

The number of active GA aircraft declined by 6.4 percent, to 209,034 from 223,370 in 2012, the last year for which information is available.
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UAS Expands African Trip Support With Johannesburg HQ

The new African headquarters is part of a major investment that UAS is making in Africa, where it intends to open further new offices.

For Right Buyers, Aircraft Financing Still Readily Available

Buyers with good credit can still obtain financing for business aircraft, as long as the asset is less than 20 years old.
Maintenance and Modifications

MRO Profile: Winner Aviation

Ohio facility specializes in turboprop aircraft and engines.

Accidents: May 2014

Preliminary, factual and final reports on accidents involving business aircraft.
Charter & Fractional

Cayman Islands Helicopters wins helipad appeal

Sightseeing operator Cayman Islands Helicopters and the local CAA have won an appeal against a local business on the legality of a new helipad.
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Rotorcraft

Sikorsky Proceeds with Sensor-in-the-loop Autonomous Flights

Under its Matrix technology program, Sikorsky is flying an S-76 that can “see” and select a landing spot.
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