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FBOs

FAA: Norwood Airport Authority Violated Federal Law

Over the last decade, BEH has been attempting to establish an FBO at Norwood Memorial Airport but has been thwarted by the city and airport commission.
FBOs

Utah Airport Issues RFP for Second FBO

Looking to introduce competition and improve services for light GA customers, ski-destination Heber City is casting for an additional service provider.
Avionics

Garmin's Budget Autopilot Certified in Beech Singles

Garmin's GFC 500 autopilot is now available for Beechcraft Bonanza and Debonair models.
Safety

Torqued: How Ready Is Your Airport in the Event of an Emergency?

Pilots should make an effort to learn what plans are in place for emergency activities at the airports they visit frequently.
Security

USC Protocol Provides Tool for Bizav Security

Thomas Anthony, a preeminent aviation security expert, warns that business aviation operators must be prepared for security at destination.
Safety

FAA Working With Industry on High-altitude O2 Mandate

Rick Miller, a top expert on the high-altitude oxygen mask requirement, expressed hope that "something positive" would result soon.
Aircraft

Airbus Counts A220s To Meet 2018 Delivery Target of 800 Aircraft

Airbus encounters production and commercial "issues" with A320neo, A330ceo and neo, and A380
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Aircraft

More Power for the Mighty 'Bear'

THe Tu-95 "Bear-H" is getting more power through the latest incarnation of the Kuznretsov NK -12 turboprop
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People in Aviation: December 2018

Industry announcements and appointments
Maintenance and Modifications

Western Aircraft Logs 100th Falcon C-inspection

Since 2001, Western Aircraft has completed C-inspections on an array of Falcons, including variants of the Model 50, 2000, 900, and 7X.
Maintenance and Modifications

Baker's Dozen of Spey Engines Donated To A&P Program

These engines will provide real-world experience for students enrolled in Hallmark University's A&P degree program.
FBOs

Alphabet Groups Issue FBO Pricing Declaration

The document, signed by NBAA, GAMA, HAI, EAA, AOPA, and NATA, names pricing transparency as an FBO industry best practice.
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Avionics

Duncan Satellite Shops Get Mexico DGAC Nod

Denver, and Austin and Dallas, Texas, shops join those in Scottsdale, Arizona; Van Nuys, California; Las Vegas; and Houston with DGAC certification.
Rotorcraft

Bell Opens Expanded Flight Research Center

Bell's new flight research center will house advanced programs.
Maintenance and Modifications

ARSA Challenges NTSB Repair Station Revocation Order

If the NTSB order is upheld, the FAA will have to rewrite rules for maintenance releases, according to ARSA.
Accidents

Two Dead In NY Powerline Copter Crash

The crew was forced to jump for their lives
Safety

Bizav Experts Highlight Need for Safety Data

Senior business aviation experts share their personal stories of how they addressed various safety issues.
Safety

ACSF ASAP Program Reaches 115 Participants

The reports are beginning to produce non-compliance and root cause trends, enabling the development of common mitigations.
Rotorcraft

Air Methods To Be First Helo Part 135 ADE

Air Methods is training 90 percent of it pilots In simulators.
Avionics

Universal-Elbit Skylens Wearable Head-Up Display

Universal-Elbit Skylens Wearable Head-Up Display
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Regulations and Government

Genav U.S. Customs Facility Opens at Dayton Intl.

Private aircraft arriving from international departure points previoulsy had to clear customs at other ports of entry before flying to DAY.
Accidents

Indonesia Orders Inspections of Boeing Max 8s

Directive stems from October 29 crash of Lion Air Flight JT 610
Safety

2018 Bombardier Safety Standdown Takes Off

In-person event is at capacity, but interested aviation professionals can still virtually attend the event via webcast.
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Aircraft

Embraer Removes 100-unit SkyWest Order from E2 Backlog

Terms of order remain unchanged, however
Airports

AMP To Move Headquarters MRO Facility to Dallas Exec

New 43,000-sq-ft service center is expected to open in the first quarter of 2020.
Airports

Pennsylvania Airport Starts Major Genav Hangar Project

54,000 sq ft Hangar 11 is expected to debut at Lehigh Valley International Airport next summer.
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Aircraft

Embraer Expects Brazil To Approve Boeing JV by Year-end

CEO Silva sees deal closing by the second half of 2019
Charter & Fractional

Abu Dhabi-based PC-12 Charter Firm Closing Its Doors

Operating under the same airline regulatory framework as Emirates and Etihad, as mandated by GCAA, proved costly and unworkable.
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Safety

Safety Standdown Strives To Normalize Excellence

FAA, NTSB, NBAA, and top safety experts kick off this year's Safety Standdown, which is now entering its third decade.
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Regulations and Government

Runway Safety, Fatigue Land on Canada TSB Watchlist

Runway overruns and risk of collisions on runways, as well as fatigue, was cited by TSB as a concern for aviation safety.