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NTSB Reminds Pilots To Confirm Their Landing Airport
Before committing to the approach, carefully ID the landing airport.
TSA To Establish New Airport Security/Safety Guidelines
New policies are intended to better protect employees and airline passengers.
More Details Emerge of Seattle Helicopter Crash
Security cameras in Seattle capture much of recent helicopter accident.
Pilot Overshot Australian Runway in Wet Weather
An additional go-around might have avoided a runway excursion in wet weather.
Natca Honors Controllers Who Assisted in Emergencies
Archies recognize controllers who saved pilots in trouble.
Search Continues for Malaysian Flight 370
Efforts to find missing a Malaysian Airlines Boeing 777 have shifted northwards in the southern Indian Ocean.
NTSB Probes TBM Crash in Colorado Reservoir
A TBM 700 turboprop single crashed into a reservoir in Colorado.
FAA Issues Emergency AD for Helicopter Air Conditioning
Document affects some Airbus Helicopters legacy models.
Automated ATC Demo at Sun ’n’ Fun
Imagine traffic advisories at non-tower airports.
FAA To Update Drug and Alcohol Testing Policies
Agency seeks industry input on rules covering drug and alcohol tests.
Garmin G3X Offers Touch to Homebuilt, LSA Markets
Garmin’s G3X glass display is now available in a touchscreen version, the GDU 465 G3X Touch, designed for the experimental and light sport aircraft markets
Dynon Adds Touchscreen Displays to SkyView Line
Dynon’s new touchscreen displays are designed for easy operation in smooth or turbulent air, with intuitive touch controls plus knobs and buttons.
Aircraft
Apaches, Tankers and AEW Figure in Qatar Spending Spree
Qatar has announced a major new $23 billion defense spending program.
Liability Questions Emerge as Search for Flight 370 Continues
Even before the fate of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 is confirmed, legal action aimed at compensating the victims has begun.
Daher-Socata Delivers 1st TBM 900, Plans U.S. Expansion
Newest version of the turboprop is already FAA and EASA certified.
Regulations and Government
City Council Votes To Continue Planning for SMO Closure
The city of Santa Monica is one step closer to getting its wish to close SMO.
Charter & Fractional
NetJets Unions Form Coalition, Start Picketing Campaign
The coalition aims to promote solidarity among the unions and engage in mutual support and public demonstrations when their interests align.
European Bizav Flying Ekes Out Gain in February
The lighter end of the spectrum contributed most of the gains.
Airbus, Avicopter Sign Agreement for 1,000 Helicopters
Airbus views the deal as a "historic ambition" that strengthens its partnership with the Chinese manufacturer.
Maintenance and Modifications
Embraer Executive Jets Opens Service Center in Sorocaba, Brazil
MRO and FBO facilities will be available at the Brazilian airport.
Systems Issue Puts Bombardier Learjet 85 First Flight on Hold
No word yet on when the aircraft will fly.
Middle Eastern Bizav Passengers Log Twice as Many Hours as European Counterparts
Limited commercial options in the Middle East send customers to business aviation.
Aircell Gets European Approvals for Datacom and In-flight Entertainment Systems on Challenger 300s
Certifications cover the Aviator 300 and UCS 5000.
Maintenance and Modifications
Bell Helicopter Opens Composite Manufacturing Facility in Louisiana
The new facility is intended to improve efficiences and reduce lead times.
ANA Plans $16 Billion Order With Boeing, Airbus
The airline is preparing for a significant increase in traffic in the coming years.
New UAV Conference Focuses On Payloads
The UAV Payloads conference in June will discuss the growing requirement for complex mission systems and capabilities.
Airbus Inks China Deals as Governments Break Ice on ETS
An A320 final assembly line will remain in Tianjin and Airbus is seeking to develop a supply chain in the region.
