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China Developing Fifth-gen Stealth Fighter-bomber, Says DIA

A report recently published by the Defense Intelligence Agency outlines plans by China to build a stealthy fighter-bomber.
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Aircraft

Laos Receives Yak-130 Combat Jet Trainers

Laos has become the fifth export customer for the Yak-130, but the exact nature of the deal has raised some controversy in Russia.
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Airports

Farnborough Airport Sets Traffic Record in 2018

Last year's growth suggests a trend as the airport offers a home for aircraft squeezed out of London's commercial airports.
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Sustainability and Environment

VNY Flies on Sustainable Alternative Jet Fuel

The day-long event, a first for the business aviation industry, attracted organization heads and experts to educate users on why SAJF is on the horizon.
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Charter & Fractional

From Crayons to the Web, Alerion Rolls Out Owner Portal

The portal had be the a "holy grail" that could alleviate customer concerns and provide clarity, says CEO Bob Seidel.
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Airlines

India Imposes New Measures on Pratt-powered A320neos

Apart from requiring increased inspections, the India DGCA has barred operations to the Andaman Islands.
Charter & Fractional

NetJets, Pilot Union Sign 'Industry-leading' Contract

Fractional provider NetJets signed an interim bargaining agreement with pilot union NJASAP, increasing compensation and extending the contract to 2026.
Avionics

Avtech’s ProFlight App Improves Weather Window

The app provides a weather report for a significantly more localized area than before.
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Avionics

Alto Adds CMS Upgrades for GIV, GV

The systems replace the legacy Pacific Systems/Airshow switches.
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Avionics

Aireon ADS-B Raises Funds, Preps for Launch

Service is coming soon.
Aircraft

Canadian King Air Summit Set for April 25

The 2019 King Air Summit will include for the first time judging of the best aircraft in medevac, executive and high-capacity configuration.
Aircraft

Gulfstream Notches G280 City-pair Record using Biofuel

The city-pair record, the 64th for the G280, was set while the aircraft was traveling to Van Nuys for the industry-wide event to promote SAJF.
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AINsight: Bizjet Market Stabilizes, Set for Growth

At most business jet OEMs, orders last year outpaced a slight increase in deliveries. For 2019, new models will drive further growth in jet shipments.
Aircraft

Singapore Selects F-35, but Opts for Cautious Procurement

As expected by many, Singapore has announced its selection of the F-35 as its F-16 replacement, but is initially only buying a small number for evaluation.
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Aircraft

Raytheon To Supply AESA Radar for Marine Hornets

Marine Hornets will receive e-scan radar so that they can maintain combat relevance while the Corps transitions to an all-F-35 fleet.
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Avionics

Iridium Switches on Certus Satcom

The Certus satcom network is now live, and the aviation service will begin later in 2019.
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Airlines

Austrian Airlines Speeds Removal of Bombardier Q400s

The Vienna-based Lufthansa Group unit will acquire 10 Airbus A320s, close regional crew bases, and hand routes to other Lufthansa group carriers.
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Airlines

Mumbai Summit Highlights India’s Challenges, Potential

Industry leaders applaud India’s government for clearing a path for building aviation infrastructure.
Aircraft

Pilot Report: Learjet 75

Bombardier builds on its Learjet 40/45 Legacy.
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Safety

AINsight: ASAP Embraces Partnerships To Improve Safety

ASAP is the final program in the aviation industry's safety arsenal.
Regulations and Government

Industry Leaders Voice Growing Concerns about Shutdown

Aircraft are stranded, training sessions have been canceled, and deliveries slowed.
Charter & Fractional

Pula Expands Bizav Portfolio with ASG Acquisition

The parent company of Bristol, UK-based business aircraft charter, management, MRO, and FBO Centreline has aquired Guernsey-based ASG.
Aircraft

Airbus Hands Over First ACJ320neo

The ACJ319 sibling is expected to follow in upcoming months
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Rotorcraft

More Offshore Spending Good News for Helo Operators

After years of decline, spending on offshore energy projects is expected to grow faster than onshore in 2019
Sustainability and Environment

VNY Hosts First Bizav Sustainable Fuels Event

The California business aviation hub was chosen as the site for the inaugural industry-wide event due to the state's environmental bent.
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Rotorcraft

Activist Investor Threatens Bristow-Columbia Deal

Investor says proposed Bristow-Columbia deal is unfair to current shareholders.
Regulations and Government

EASA Proposal Aims to Enhance Runway Safety

Two proposals are aimed at mitigating risks to runway safety.
Aircraft

Airbus Breaks Ground on A220 Plant in U.S.

CEO Tom Enders led the celebration for the new plant in Mobile, Alabama.
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Aircraft

Airbus Preparing for ‘Worst’ Brexit Outcome

As the European airframer breaks ground on an A220 plant in Alabama, anxiety about its supply of UK-made parts intensifies.
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Airlines

UAE Rebuffs Open Skies Talks With the EU

The Gulf state sought full and immediate liberalization of fifth-freedom traffic rights.