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Regulations and Government

Inhofe's Pilots' Rights Bill Gains Momentum

The Pilots Bill of Rights has gained a supermajority 67 co-sponsors while the House bill has reached 140 co-sponsors.
Regulations and Government

Capitol Hill Clears FAA Extension, Turns to Funding

The House and Senate are expected to vote today on measure to avert government shutdown.
Aircraft

XTI Crowdfunding Exploratory Campaign Tops $10.5M

XTI has received more than $10.5 million in potential nonbinding investment offers for its TriFan 600 vertical takeoff airplane.
Sustainability and Environment

Leaders Call on World Governments To Support Emissions Goals

The Air Transport Action Group meeting in Geneva released letter on environmental sustainability and highlights Gulfstream green efforts.
Charter & Fractional

First Angel Jet Network Flight Carries Chinese Orphans

Angel Jet Network will transport underprivileged patients in China and across the Asia Pacific region.
Maintenance and Modifications

AeroWorx Adds AVRplus Generator Test Stand

The test stand is universal and can reduce the cost and complexity of testing.
Maintenance and Modifications

Dallas Aeronautical Services Opens Brazilian Facility

The site will be formally inaugurated later this year.
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Pentastar Aviation Unveils Aircraft Interior Design Studio

The company is preparing for significantly increased demand for cabin interiors work by the end of the decade.
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Regulations and Government

Bill Filed To Resolve Managed Aircraft Tax Controversy

Tiberi's bill would clarify that aircraft management services are not subject to the the 7.5 air transportation tax.
Regulations and Government

Lawmakers Debate ATC while Passing FAA Extension

Rep. Larsen, expressing disappointment at delay of long-term FAA reauthorization, questions need for independent ATC.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

India Seeks To Strengthen Unmanned Fleet with Heron UAVs

The large Israel Aerospace Industries reconnaissance drone will serve 'as a deterrent,' according to an Indian Air Force official.
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Charter & Fractional

Corporate Eagle Grows Fractional Fleet with Falcon 2000

The Falcon 2000 joins the Hawker 800XP and Beechcraft King Air B200 as third type in Corporate Eagle's fractional fleet.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance

Milestone Aviation Expands Global Reach

Milestone hires eight new executives and opens five offices globally as it expands its reach.
Aircraft

Flexjet Takes Delivery of First Embraer Legacy 500

Delivery marks the first fly-by-wire aircraft in the fractional provider's fleet.
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Rotorcraft

India Signs $3 Billion in Orders for Apaches, Chinooks

The defense ministry signed contracts for both direct commercial and foreign military sales of helicopters and supporting equipment.
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FBOs

Atlantic’s Philly FBO Hosts Papal Goodbye

The Pontiff gave his final blessing during his U.S. visit from the airstair at Atlantic Aviation's Philadelphia FBO.
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Training and Workforce

Textron's TRU Simulation Opens Florida ProFlight Center

New Lutz, Fla. facility already has Citation CJ3 and King Air 250/300i ful-motion, level-D sims and will add three more next year.
Aircraft

Eager Airliner Makers Set To Vie for Iranian Business

Lifting of sanctions could open a market for $20 billion worth of airliners
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Airlines

Airline CEOs Defend Industry's Profitability at Aviation Summit

Airlines 'are being attacked for being profitable,' said Airlines for America president and CEO Nicholas Calio.
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Rotorcraft

Egypt Orders KA-52 Combat Helos, Considers MiG-35s

Helicopters may be stationed on Mistral class landing ships originally intended for Russia, but supplied to Egypt instead.
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Aircraft

Textron Rolls Out 2,500th Caravan

Bering Air will take delivery of the 2,500th Caravan after paint and interior work is completed.
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Regulations and Government

Congress To Consider Six-month FAA Extension

Temporary measure will provide time for congressional leaders to hash out agreement on long-term bill.
Accidents

Otter Crashed after Takeoff from Lake in Night VMC

Of the 10 people aboard, three passengers died and the ATP-rated pilot and four passengers sustained serious injuries
Cabin Interior and Electronics

CAC, OFPSI Team on Aircraft Interiors Protection

AeroProtect, the team's first offering, shields interior components from damage during production, shipping and installation.
Maintenance and Modifications

Tamarack Aerospace's Active Winglets Nearing Approval

Company expects European approval soon, FAA STC by Q2 next year.
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Regulations and Government

Thailand Takes Steps to Overhaul Aviation Sector

Divides Department of Civil Aviation into two new authorities
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Cabin Interior and Electronics

MAGnificent Receives STC Validation in Canada

The MAGnificient interior offers several layout options.
Maintenance and Modifications

Red Aviation Acquires DFW Instrument

The company continues its North Texas expansion.
Safety

APS Joins USAIG’s Performance Vector Safety Initiative

USAIG will cover the tuition for one pilot to attend the course at APS’s Phoenix or Dallas locations.
Charter & Fractional

$115 Million Capital Injection Boosts Wheels Up

Fresh investment in private flight provider Wheels Up will boost expansion in the U.S. and Europe.
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