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Engines

GE9X Speeds Toward Latest ‘Toll Gate’

The new GE90 for the Boeing 777X will be 10 percent more efficient than current models, thanks to new materials currently under test.
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Aircraft

Russia and China Push for Next-Gen Widebody

Russia’s UAC and China Comac and Avic have forged an alliance with the support of the countries’ respective governments.
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Aircraft

TagBin RFID Systems Now Includes Live Data Feed

Radio frequency identification tags can now include live data to improve inventory control systems.
Avionics

Europe Approves Archangel’s Low-cost ADAHRS Solutions

EASA has granted a technical standard order to Archangel’s air data attitude heading reference system.
Avionics

Rockwell Collins Demos Pro Line Fusion for Helicopters

Paris Air Show visitors can sample the touchscreen displays of the Pro Line Fusion helicopter flight deck.
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Rotorcraft

Airbus Helicopters Gears Up for Flight Testing of New H160 Medium Twin

X4 program materializes into innovative AW139 competitor but drops fly-by-wire controls.
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Airports

Châteauroux Airport Vies for More Maintenance Business

This airport in central France offers MRO, freight, pilot training and fireman training.
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Engines

Pratt Sharpens Focus on Supply Chain for GTF Ramp-Up

P&W improves processes and gets smart on manufacturing engines, getting the best out of suppliers.
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Aircraft

Airbus Details A380 11-abreast Option

New A380 cabin options aim to boost revenue and reduce unit costs.
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Aircraft

Gulfstream Sees Stable Market for Its Bizjets

Gulfstream invests in expanding product line while transitioning leadership. Product support remains core focus too.
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FBOs

Renovations Complete at Niagara Falls Airport FBO

Calspan Air Services has been providing FBO services at Niagara Falls since 2013.
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FBOs

Northern Ireland Airport Gets New FBO

Global Trek Aviation has begun operations at Belfast.
Safety

FAA and GA Community Launch Fly Safe Campaign

The program is aimed at reducing loss-of-control accidents.
Aircraft

H225M Passes Polish Flight Tests: Contract for 50 Awaited

Concerns over the lack of local industrial participation remain, but the previous F-16 offset deal has passed muster.
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Airports

Nashville Airport Runway Project Under Way

Runway expansion will make the airport accessible to most business jets.
Regulations and Government

FAA Seeks Comment on SoCal Airspace Assessment

The FAA draft environmental assessment outlines plans to implement 109 new satellite procedures at more than 20 airports in Southern California.
Avionics

Barco Buy Boosts CMC’s Product Range With More Displays

After its purchase of Barco, the CMC claims to be the largest independent supplier of avionics displays.
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Aircraft

For New UAC President, Civil Game Is the Best Bet

Yuri Slyusar, the new president of Russia’s UAC group, insists its strategy is unchanged by economic challenges.
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Aircraft

MC-21 Is Shaping Up; 2016 First Flight Planned

Russia’s new MC-21 narrowbody is looking to challenge several international rivals.
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Engines

Criticism Spurs Pratt to Drive Down F135 Costs

U.S. government investigations highlight cost and reliability issues with the F-35 powerplant.
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Regulations and Government

DOT Watchdog To Investigate FAA NextGen Oversight

The OIG audit comes as Washington debates the future of the ATC system.
Aircraft

Daher Expands U.S. Business with Gulfstream Contract

Daher's contract to provide wing-to-body fairings for the Gulfstream G500 and G600 builds on the company's U.S. presence.
FBOs

Million Air To Expand Network

The facility will be complete in September 2016.
FBOs

TAC Air To Build New Terminal

The company is expanding its holdings at Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport.
Airports

Utah Airport Puts Wraps on Runway Rehab Project

The airport has resumed operations after a closure of six weeks.
Avionics

Executive AirShare Fleet Will Soon Have Gogo Biz

Installations include Gogo Biz, which offers in-flight Wi-Fi Internet access, and Gogo Text & Talk.
Sustainability and Environment

EPA Sets Stage To Regulate Aircraft GHG Emissions

EPA releases an advanced notice of proposed rulemaking seeking input on an aircraft emissions standard.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Spectra Jet Adds Radio and Instrument Capability

The new ratings allow the company to do pitot/static and transponder certifications in house.
Maintenance and Modifications

Transworld Aviation Named Garmin Dealer

The approval allows the company to support Garmin operators in the Middle East, Africa and Southeast Asia.
Maintenance and Modifications

Gulfstream Turns Expansion Efforts To Long Beach

Gulfstream to add nearly 30,000 sq ft to a facility that has already tripled in size over the past three decades.