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Rotorcraft

HAI Calls FAA Limits on ADS-B Rebates 'Unacceptable'

The association twice has been rebuffed in its attempt to convince the FAA to include rotorcraft in the ADS-B rebate program.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

FAA Processes More than 50,000 LAANC Drone Applications

The number of LAANC applications far exceeds FAA exceptions.

Florida Airport Hosts Holiday Toy Drive

By donating a new, unwrapped toy "you can make a child feel special during the holidays," notred Boca Raton Airport executive director Clara Bennett.s
Maintenance and Modifications

West Star Aviation Celebrates Chattanooga Expansion

The MRO provider has added more than 100,000 sq ft of space, including a state-of-the-art paint shop to its Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport location.
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Airports

GYY Books Out New Hangar Project

The Chicagoland airport has secured aircraft repo specialist Sage-Popovich as a tenant for at least the next decade.
Rotorcraft

Russia Deals 20 Ansat Helicopters to China

The Russian light twin helicopter will fly EMS missions in China
Rotorcraft

Russia Working On 378-knot Compound Helicopter

Proposed Russian helicopter's top speed would best Western rotorcraft by 100 knots.
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Safety

Early IS-BAO Participants Reach Milestones

The SMS-based voluntary program, launched in 2002, is now seeing its first 15-year participants.
Aircraft

First Airbus ACJ320neo Takes Flight

“The ACJ320neo first flight heralds a new Airbus corporate jet era, delivering a range that enables nonstop travel between even more cities," said Airbus.
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Aircraft

Skunk Works Cuts Metal on First X-59 Components

Lockheed Martin has started construction on the first parts of its Low Boom Technology supersonic testbed
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Heli-Expo Finds New Locale, Opportunity in Atlanta

The 1.4 million sq feet of the convention center, 90,000 hotel rooms, ease of access, and local attractions have drawn Heli-Expo to city for first time.
Rotorcraft

Jetcopter Unveils Seven-seat VTOL Design

German firm finalizes design for roadworthy $350,000 VTOL.
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FBOs

APP Properties Adds Hangar Space on Both U.S. Coasts

The FBO operator and aviation real estate firm acquired 95,000 sq ft of hangars at California's Hayward Executive and Virginia's Manassas Regional Airports
Airlines

EU and Asean Head for New Round of Open Skies Talks

Block-to-block Open Skies negotiations will focus on 5th freedom rights, fair competition, and social issues.
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AsBAA Wraps Successful Safety Event in Manila

Industry sees a fruitful partnership ahead with government agencies.
Aircraft

Latest Standard Rafale Gains Clearance; First Indian Aircraft Flies

The latest F3-R standard of the Dassault Rafale with Meteor missile, Talios pod, and other enhancements has received clearance from the DGA.
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Rotorcraft

AVIC Provides First Glimpse of Sino-Russian Heavy-lifter

At the recent Airshow China held at Zhuhai, AVIC shoewd off a model of the Advanced Heavy Lift helicopter it is developing, based on the mighty Mi-26
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Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Australia Selects Reaper for Armed RPAS Requirement

Following a competition with the IAI Heron TP, GA-ASI's Reaper has been chosen by Australia to answer its armed RPAS needs.
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Avionics

Garmin Unveils 2019 Training Schedule

Pilots can take a deep dive into their Garmin avionics at a convenient hands-on class or online.
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Avionics

ADS-B Deadline Not Just a U.S./Europe Issue

The 2020 ADS-B Out deadlines in the U.S. and Europe will affect operators that fly to those countries from elsewhere.
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FBOs

Singapore Prepares Switch to New GA Terminal at Seletar

After midnight on Sunday, the new Seletar Business Aviation Centre, will be operational.
Safety

FAA's Duncan: Compliance Philosophy Improving Safety

While the results have been "extremely positive," Duncan worries that critics still need to be educated about benefits of the FAA’s Compliance Philosophy.
Maintenance and Modifications

Episode 14: One Turn of the Wrench Exposes SMS Flaws | AIN's Tales from the Flight Deck Podcast

A U.S. navy mechanic becomes determined to fix safety management systems after an accident revealed flaws in the safety program.
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Elit'Avia, ZenithJet Host Event for Family Office Reps

The companies have seen a growing interest in private aviation from representatives of high net-worth individuals and their families.
Aircraft

SaudiGulf Orders 10 A320s as Kingdom Liberalizes Air Transport

The fifth Saudi airline to gain an AOC in a decade expects to launch widebody operations in 2023.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance

Luxaviation Criticizes Costs of EBACE and Geneva

CEO of leading European operator believes EBACE could be held in a less expensive European city than Geneva.
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Charter & Fractional

Aircraft Management Industry Ripe for Consolidation

The challenge of finding good people, higher pilot salaries, and regulatory requirements will drive consolidation of aircraft management companies.
Maintenance and Modifications

Duncan Resumes TDR-94/94D Transponder Mods

A software upgrade is available for Rockwell Collins TDR-94/94D transponders at Duncan Aviation facilities.

AINsight: Much Progress Lies Ahead

Aviation is an exciting, impactful, and global business that I am thankful to be a part of.
FBOs

Bahrain To Open General Aviation Terminal

The facility renovation is part of the Ministry’s plan to offer services to private jet owners through Bahrain International Airport.