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Airbus Showcases Airliner-Size Business Jet

With its ACJ319 on display at ABACE, Airbus hopes to lure Asian customers looking for a large VIP cabin.
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Aircraft

Embraer Executive Jets Looks To Grow in China

There is a shortage of professional staff and pilots to meet the needs of the business aviation market.
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FBOs

Castle & Cooke FBO Chain Gaining Traction in China

Castle & Cooke has seen a steady increase in traffic from China, and says participation at the annual ABACE show has been instrumental in that rise.
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Charter & Fractional

Pre-owned Aircraft Trade Now Spans Asia Pacific Region

Aircraft broker Jetcraft is positioned to exploit opportunities for business and private aviation in Greater China.
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Rotorcraft

Airbus Helicopters Presses Ahead With New Models

The company unveiled plans for two new variants of existing aircraft, the 225e and the AS322 C1e.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Gulfstream To Expand Beijing Centers Support Capability

Gulfstream Aerospace prepares to add support capability for its G650 and G280 in China’s first factory-owned service center for business aircraft.
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Asia Pacific Market Remains Strong for Boeing Business Jets

Chinese customers apparently considering used BBJs, as three of the six BBJs entering service in the country last year were preowned.
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Rotorcraft

Bell Prepares 505 Jet Ranger X Light-Single Helicopter Contender

The 505 is designed to “be price competitive” with the $839,000 Robinson R66, a helicopter that has reinvigorated the light single market.
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Rotorcraft

Bell 505 Jet Ranger X Gains Traction in China

China Star Aero will use the new helicopter as part of the so-called “Beautiful China” tourism campaign.
Rotorcraft

Newest AW109 Trekker Is More Versatile With Skids

AgustaWestland recently introduced the new Trekker version of its AW109 helicopter with skid landing gear.
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Aircraft

Cirrus Steps Up Flight Tests for Vision SF50 Jet

The first production conforming Cirrus Vision SF50 very light jet, “C-Zero” (C0), made its maiden flight in March from Duluth International Airport.
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Charter & Fractional

VistaJet Set To Start Operations in China

VistaJet expects to have its operation in China up and running by yearend if its local air operators certificate is approved by early fourth quarter.
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European Commission Vows 'Tough' Regulation of UAVs

Standards will cover safety, security, privacy, data protection, insurance and liability
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Learjet 85 Makes Long-awaited Maiden Flight

The Bombardier Learjet 85 completed its maiden flight on April 9, marking the beginning of the all-composite midsize jet’s flight-test program.
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ABACE 2014 Lifts Off Next Week in Shanghai

Some 200 companies will be exhibiting at the three-day Asian Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition next week at Shanghai Hongqiao Airport.
Regulations and Government

Indian Bizav Group Accuses Government of Safety Slur

India’s Business Aircraft Operators Association said aviation officials are trying to deflect blame for the country’s recent aviation safety downgrade.

Business Aircraft Flying Continues Slow Climb

Business aircraft flying continued its positive streak so far this year, with activity climbing 1.1 percent year-over-year in March.
Charter & Fractional

NetJets China Set To Launch Mid-year

NetJets is preparing to launch its NetJets China business in the middle of this year, by which time it expects to receive Chinese government approval.

Pilatus Revenues Exceed $1 Billion for First Time

For the first time in its 75-year history, Pilatus Aircraft exceeded $1 billion in revenues last year.

FlightSafety To Offer Legacy 650 Training at Paris Learning Center

Early next year, FlightSafety International will provide Embraer Legacy 650 training at its learning center at Paris Le Bourget Airport.

Gama Opens Representative Office in Middle East

GAMA announced the opening of a representative office for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region this week.

Cessna Marks Delivery of 100th Grand Caravan EX

Abu Dhabi customer takes delivery of Cessna Aircraft’s 100th Grand Caravan EX.

U.S. Grants Philippines Category 1 Safety Rating

A Category 1 rating means that Filipino carriers can expand and add new service into the U.S.
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ICAO Group Spearheads Quest for Rules and Policy Changes in India

A civil aviation authority with financial and administrative autonomy would allow it to be more effective in the development of general aviation.
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Joy Jets Adds Phenom to Charter Roster

The Brazilian manufacturer has provided an instructor for the Phenom 300 to line-fly the aircraft with Joy Jets captains for the first 100 hours.
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Seaplanes Lift Mumbai’s Jetset Above the Congestion

Mehair, which has invested $3.2 million in the new service, expects its passengers to include wealthy business people and tourists.
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Israel Receives First C-130J Shimshon

The Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules will operate with the 103 Squadron of Israel's Air and Space Force.
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