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Engines

Rolls Preps A350-1000’s Big Trent XWB-97 for Tests on A380 FTB

The XWB -84 has entered service so focus is shifting to -97 for the even bigger Airbus A350-1000.
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FBOs

Meridian Starts Second Location

The new facility will be the company's second and its first on the West Coast.
FBOs

Wyoming Airport Completes Major FBO Renovation

Cowboy Aviation is now operating from a new terminal.
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FBOs

Sheltair Expands Florida Footprint

The former Landmark facility at Ocala is Sheltair's 10th in Florida.
Safety

EASA Issues Emergency Engine-Icing AD on Falcon 2000EX

Manufacturing deficiency in some engine air-inlet anti-ice piccolo tubes could degrade performance of the engine anti-ice protection system.
ATC

TV Signals Could Become a Radar Alternative

TV signals can pinpoint aircraft accurately enough to meet the standard ATC separation requirements, according to a recent study.
Training and Workforce

FAA Qualifies FlightSafety Simulator for Upset Training

A G550 sim incorporates expanded aerodynamic, flight control and motion models for upset prevention and recovery training.
Aircraft

Bombardier Commercial Boss Looks To Set Record Straight on CSeries

The CSeries program is accelerating away from delays as new boss Fred Cromer seems to improve its image.
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Aircraft

AgustaWestland Delivers AW139 to Ivory Coast

Latest delivery to Ivory Coast brings African total beyond 60, and worldwide sales close to 900.
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Aircraft

Dassault Still Hopeful For Full Indian Rafale Deal

Production is being adjusted to accommodate export orders from Egypt and Qatar; other sales prospects discussed.
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Aircraft

Dassault To Open Parts Center In Louisville

Facility will house frequently ordered parts and accept orders as late as 10 p.m. for 8 a.m. next-day delivery.
Regulations and Government

House Rejects Burbank Curfew, OKs East Hampton Measure

House bars FAA from taking action in East Hampton as part of controversial fiscal 2016 transportation appropriations bill.
Training and Workforce

Venyo Set To Announce FTD Launch Customers

Certification of pilot training device for Boeing 737 NG is planned for this year.
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Aircraft

Robotic Automation Is Key to 777X Production Transition

Boeing’s fuselage automated upright build program is central to its plans to automate 777 production.
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Engines

Airbus Projecting 2017 for First E-Fan Delivery

The improved demonstrator in the light aircraft program is part of the flying display here.
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Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Europe Advances Research of RPAS Airspace Integration

French studies are investigating how remotely piloted aircraft can be integrated into the air traffic management system.
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Rotorcraft

Sikorsky To Add Black Hawk to Autonomy Program

Modified S-76 has logged more than 75 hours of flight testing, including autonomous zone selection and landing.
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Aircraft

After Record Ramp-Up, Boeing Fine-Tunes 787 Production

Boeing is expanding 787 production rates at two facilities.
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Aircraft

Boeing Programs Reaping Rewards of Corporate Revamp

U.S. manufacturer says programs are “on track” after revamp based on new design philosophy, and greater commonality.
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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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