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Cabin Interior and Electronics

Honeywell and AT&T Team on 4G Broadband in the Sky

AT&T’s national 4G network has download speeds ranging from 16.65 to 66.11 Mbps and upload speeds of 7.43 Mbps.

FlightSafety Building New Training Center in Columbus

Construction of the new facility will be completed in two phases.
Regulations and Government

FAA Prohibits Flights over Crimea and Surrounding Areas

The FAA said the rule was prompted by the Russian Federation’s issuance of a notam on March 28 “purporting to establish unilaterally a new FIR.”

Argus SMS Software Now Includes Aircrew Fatigue Meter

Aviation fatigue meter was developed and backed by years of research by leading sleep and fatigue specialists.

Airbus Group Publicly Flies All-electric Aircraft Demonstrator

The all-composite, electric E-Fan training aircraft is a technology experimental demonstrator.

CitationJet Overruns Runway at Spruce Creek

A Cessna Citation 525 was substantially damaged when it went off the end of a runway last Saturday morning.

Jeppesen Offering Free Aviation Nav Info and Charting Webinars

Jeppesen is holding a series of free webinars to help pilots improve their knowledge of navigation information and charts.
Charter & Fractional

Mesinger Jet Sales To Assist Royal Jet with Fleet Renewal

Mesinger Jet Sales will help Royal Jet with the acquisition of the newer aircraft, as well as disposal of the three older jets.

Student Day at ABACE 2014 Deemed a Success

Approximately 100 Chinese aviation university students were welcomed to ABACE 2014 on Student Day.
Aircraft

Alenia Flies Full-Spec MC-27J

The MC-27J Praetorian concept retains the capability of the regular C-27J but can be rapidly converted for special missions.
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AT&T, Honeywell Partner for New 4G Inflight Service

Passengers will be able to connect to the network via Wi-Fi-enabled devices for texting, streaming video and browsing the Internet at faster speeds.
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One of Asia’s Final Frontiers Poised for Growth

The Myanmar government has invited private participation in 30 airport development projects.
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Pilots Must Remain Alert While Flying Near San Antonio

Heavy volumes of military training traffic within 100 miles of San Antonio pose problems.
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NTSB Chairman Pushes For Child Safety Seats on Aircraft

NTSB chairman Deborah Hersman said the Board has been pursuing the FAA since the 1970s to rule on child restraints.

French Hems Debate Heats Up Around Second Crewmember

The deadline in France is approaching for adding a technical crewmember in the copilot seat but a French pilot union is objecting.

Ryanair to Appeal Dutch Court Ruling Over TV Documentary

Irish carrier to challenge court decision that Dutch TV show had sufficient evidence for its report on alleged low fuel reserves.

Pilot Copes With Failing Attitude Indicator

A pilot learned that good stick-and-rudder skills in a jet can save your life when systems fail.

Eight Fatalities in Mexican Hawker Crash

The Hawker crashed during a low-IFR nighttime approach in Mexico.

Bizav Crew Naps Still Forbidden

Part 91 operators should check their ops manuals for any mention of naps.

FAA Seeks Comment on One-engine-out Procedures

Portions of current safety policy are built around both engines operating at takeoff.

Webinar To Address Managing Weather Risk

The session will look at the probabilities of disruptive weather systems.

Understanding the Language of ATC Isn’t Always Easy

Air China crew and New York controller struggle to reach mutual understanding.

Ukraine Airlines Launches First Service to U.S.

Ukraine International Airlines now flies transatlantic service between Kiev and New York.
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European Parliament Backs Sesar Extension to 2024

The European Union Council of Ministers is expected to adopt the final act extending the life of the ATM joint undertaking this summer.
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General Dynamics Soars on Wings of Gulfstream

Gulfstream delivered 39 completed aircraft during the first quarter, a 34.5-percent increase from a year ago.
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Landmark Aviation Acquires 20-Strong Ross FBO Chain

Ross quietly rose to become the fifth-largest aviation service provider chain in the U.S. since its launch a decade ago.
Regulations and Government

EU Court Strikes Down German Foreign Charter Provision

At issue was a German protectionist regulation forcing foreign operators of inbound flights from non-EU country departure points to apply for permission.
Rotorcraft

EASA OKs Redesigned Airbus Helicopters EC225 Shaft

Certification of the redesigned vertical bevel gear shaft for the EC225 clears the way for fleet retrofit, especially for offshore operators.
Regulations and Government

NBAA Tax Seminar To Tackle Key Bizav IRS Issues

Subjects to be covered include application of federal excise tax to managed aircraft flying under Part 91 and business aircraft leasing structures.

Corporate Angel Network Flies 45,000th Cancer Patient

Flight carried 22-year-old patient Todd Blake home to Central Florida after treatment for Hodgkin’s lymphoma at Columbia University in New York City.