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Safety

Safety Pro: Psychology at Root of Procedural Lapses

Normalization of and rewards for improper behavior are among the reasons for willful violations.
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Scott Introduces New Carpet Line for Bizjets, Yachts

The company is bringing its design for the home to private transportation.
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Aircraft

Thailand Introduces Elbit’s Hermes 450 UAS

But the Israeli company faces export competition from the British Watchkeeper development of the H450.
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Airlines

European Airlines Move to Ease Effects of ATC Strikes

IAG and Ryanair plan EU legal challenge against French government
ATC

Aviation Groups Pan Trump Plan for ATC Privatization

“We are disappointed that the Administration continues to reintroduce a failed proposal," the six associations said.
Airlines

China To Raise Pilot Retirement Age to 62

Acute shortage of flight deck crew pressures government to act
Sustainability and Environment

Avfuel Forges Biofuel Deal

Through the agreement, Avfuel will become the exclusive aviation fuel distributor for sustainable fuel producer Gevo.
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Aircraft

Pilatus Starts Testing PC-24 Jet on Unpaved Runways

With the addition of unpaved runways, the PC-24 will be able to access almost twice as many airports worldwide compared to other jets.
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Regulations and Government

Aeronautical Data at Risk in ATC Privatization Debate

The proposal to privatize the U.S. air traffic control system included language that could have raised costs for pilots significantly.
Safety

AINsight: Rogue Pilots or Just Bad Procedures?

Procedural noncompliance currently is a top safety issue for the NBAA Safety Committee.
Aircraft

Turkey Receives First F-35 Despite Political Row

Congress may halt deliveries because country is acquiring the Russian S-400 SAM system.
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Mesinger: Preowned Market Sees 'Surreal' Turnaround

Nonetheless he urges reasonable expectations on pricing.

VNY Honors Operators at Noise-abatement Awards Ceremony

VNY honored forty jet operators at its sixth annual awards presentation.
Charter & Fractional

Executive AirShare Deal Enables Hot Routes for Chiefs QB

Kansa City Chiefs quarterback, Patrick Mahomes, signed a multiyear partnership agreement with Executive AirShare.
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Charter & Fractional

With Union Battle Over, Flexjet Plans for Expansion

Move makes acquisitions easier going forward since Flexjet won't need to get union approval.
Regulations and Government

Bolen: Airspace, Airport Access Top Challenge for Bizav

Ensuring a healthy industry for the future is among the association's concerns.
Avionics

GPS Interference Concerns Arise over Cellular Network

Ligado now claims it has limited GPS signal disruptions to within a 500-foot diameter around transmission towers.
Charter & Fractional

Encompass Aviation Sues Surf Air for $3.1M in Damages

Encompass alleged that Surf Air is “financially distressed” and failed, virtually from the outset of the contract, to pay for flights two weeks in advance.
Aircraft

Next-gen Kodiak Makes Northeast Debut

Authorized dealer Clay Lacy Aviation showed off the newest version of the rugged turboprop at NBAA's Regional Forum in White Plains, N.Y.
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Cabin Interior and Electronics

Completions and Refurbishment Report 2018

Next-gen cabins redefine the heights of comfort and capability
Aircraft

Potent New Israeli Air-surface Missile Revealed

IAI and IMI announced the Rampage, shortly before IMI’s sale to Elbit was concluded
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JetNet Survey Sees High Optimism in Bizav Market

The second quarter results are the most positive since the launch of the survey in 2011.
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NBAA Chief Looks Ahead to FAA Reauthorization

At the annual JetNet iQ Summit, Bolen along with GAMA president Pete Bunce described how industry engagement derailed ATC privatization plans.
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Aircraft

Boeing Reaches Out to 60 Airlines on NMA Design

Twin-aisle airliner scheduled to enter service in 2025
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Skandia's PC-12 Soundproofing Kit Gets FAA Nod

System was found in tests to reduce overall sound by 4dB (SIL) in PC-12s, as well as improve thermal insulation properties.
Regulations and Government

EASA Proposes Changes to Part 25 Certification Rules

The proposed amendments reflect the state of the art in technology and are expected improve the harmonization of CS-25 with FAA’s Part 25.
Maintenance and Modifications

Jet East Aviation Courting A&Ps at NBAA Regional Forum

Positions require a minimum of three years experience working on business aircraft.
Aircraft

First Production Global 7500s Now Being Outfitted

The program’s five flight test vehicles have also completed more than 2,300 flight test hours to date.
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Aircraft

Airbus Shows Military Version of H160 Helicopter

France will replace multiple types in all three services with the H160M.
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Aircraft

Indonesian Air Force Wants More Fighters and C-130Js

Recent official statements outline plans
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