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Maintenance and Modifications

Jet Aviation Wins EASA STC for Boeing Bizliner Ka-Band

Jet Aviation recently received one of the first EASA STCs for Ka-Band system integration on a Boeing 747-400 at its Basel facility.
ATC

ATC Strike in Addis Ababa Disrupts Ethiopian Flights

Operations return to normal following emergency talks
Aircraft

Indian Defense Show Highlights Domestic Ambition

The DefExpo event was a showcase for the country’s “Make In India” policy.
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Finance, Taxes, Insurance

Avion Pacific Partners with AirFinance

The companies aim to make it easier to obtain financing for aircraft purchases in China.
Aircraft

HK Bellawings Unveils New Brand Image

A corporate identity video and new cabin attendant uniforms illustrate Hong Kong company's "determination to fly into new heights."
Regulations and Government

CAAC Forum Celebrates General Aviation Progress in China

The 2018 ABACE show is a gathering place for aviation-focused people and companies.
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Rotorcraft

Honeywell forecasts robust rotor growth in China

Annual global helicopter report sees one in five China operators buying a new rotorcraft in the next five years.
Aircraft

Textron Aviation China Reps Order 52 Skyhawks

The aircraft will help build up China’s trainer fleets as well as expand on operations in the country.
Aircraft

Fokker Techniek Tapped for First ACJ319neo VIP Completion

Project, for long-term customer K5-Aviation, to commence in May, 2019 for delivery in early 2020
Maintenance and Modifications

Beijing Capital Helicopter Gets HAI-APS Recognition

Beijing Capital Helicopter is the first helicopter operator in China to receive the recognition.
Maintenance and Modifications

Gulfstream Expands Mx Support in Beijing, Opens AOG Center

It will add a second shift and hire approximately 10 maintenance technicians and inspectors in Beijing.
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Regulations and Government

Bolen: Asian Market Maturing, But Challenges Remain

The ABACE exhibitors are reflecting the growth of the industry in the industry, but challenges exist in infrastructure, policies, and workforce.
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Charter & Fractional

Metrojet Plans Broader Regional Presence

Metrojet pioneered business aviation in Hong Kong but is now developing in Singapore and the Philippines, with a new hangar planned.
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Charter & Fractional

OJets Unveils Customer Strategy

OJets's charter and block hour services with its owned fleet will complement the company's Elit'Avia management business.
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Aircraft

SHP Expands Parking at Pudong

Five additional high-density spots completed just in time for ABACE.
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Aircraft

G500 Sets Speed Records En Route to Service Entry

Gulfstream's G500 is set for FAA certification this year. The company also announces extending service hours at its Beijing service center.
Rotorcraft

New Zealand Gets First Bell Jet Ranger X

Bell also appoints China Southern Airlines General Aviation as authorized maintenance center.
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New Contract Cements JFI Reach In Greater China

The company has operational centers in Beijing and Hong Kong.

Uncertainty Prevails Over China’s Proposed Aircraft Tariff

China’s tariff proposal will probably more questions than answers at ABACE.
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Aircraft

Russia To Fund Commercial Aircraft Presence in Africa

Russian Export Center signs partnership deal with Afreximbank to support aircraft purchases with $20 billion
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Avionics

Satcom Direct Touts New Hong Kong Office

Company highlights “agnostic” high-speed cabin connectivity solutions at its display.
Aircraft

Asia Welcomes Growing Number of Business Aircraft

But the growth is not spread out evenly in the the region according to the most recent ASG report.
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Ameco Unveils New Dreamliner Cabin Concept

Beijing-based MRO puts ABACE focus on biz av completions and refurbishments
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Regional Reports Boost Asian Sky Group Profile

Hong Kong consultancy takes leadership position in defining China’s bizav assets and activity.
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Airports

Deer Jet Intros Four New Charter, Management Plans

China's leading bizjet operator has unveiled a partnership with Shuangliu government, and a charter tour for the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

Boeing Business Jets Celebrates First BBJ Max Flyaway

A BBJ Max 8 departed Seattle's Boeing Field on Monday morning destined for Delaware.
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Luton Announces Summer Nighttime Noise Restrictions

The new nighttime noise restrictions start June 1 through September 30 and will take place every summer until further notice.
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Engines

FAA To Lower ETOPS Limits on Some Rolls-powered 787s

Ruling follows EASA AD calling for more frequent inspections of Package C Trent 1000s
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Charter & Fractional

Luxaviation, BAA Mark First Anniversary of Partnership

The two companies have seen benefits in economies of scale and closer operational fundamentals.
Aircraft

Gulfstream’s Newest Twins Make ABACE Debut

This also marks the G500’s 19th stop on a world tour to showcase the airplane and its performance capabilities.
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