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Airbus, Suppliers Eye Wider Use of More-electric Systems

Fuel cell could replace APU, ram air turbine in future
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Aircraft

General Dynamics Sets Succession Plan for Gulfstream Leadership

Larry Flynn will succeed Joe Lombardo as executive v-p for General Dynamics, while Mark Burns will take over Flynn's duties as Gulfstream president.
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Safety

Single-engine Part 135 Electrical Requirements Clarified

Some operators are confusing Part 23 with Part 135 requirements
Accidents

Four Die in Miami Turboprop Accident

Aircraft was attempting to return to airport when it crashed.
Aircraft

Eclipse Turning New Stones for Buyers

Eclipse Aerospace hopes to build sales of its aircraft by expanding marketing efforts outside the traditional aircraft market this year.
ATC

Australia Modernizing ATC Technology

Australian air navigation service provider Airservices inked a deal with Saab Sensis to install that company’s Integrated Tower Automation Suite.
Safety

Eurocontrol To Hold Conference on Aircraft Automation Safety

Forum organizers are seeking to attract global participation from all aviation sectors, especially from front-line personnel.
Aircraft

Dassault Has An Export Order for the Rafale Fighter. See what Egypt is Getting

Dassault Has An Export Order for the Rafale Fighter. See what Egypt is Getting
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Aircraft

Former HBC Exec Brad Hatt Launches Aircraft Sales Firm

Industry veteran starts a family business with Hatt & Associates.
Regulations and Government

Martin Baker Cries Foul Over Rival Seat Improvements

Row develops over alleged improper funding of modifications to the ACES ejection seat
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Aircraft

IAI Reveals New MPA Based On Global 5000

Israeli company has chosen the Bombardier business jet as it re-enters the maritime patrol aircraft market.
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Avionics

FAA Amends ADS-B Out Performance Requirements

Aircraft must feature equipment that meet the necessary performance requirements but not the actual type certification requirements of the TSO.
Maintenance and Modifications

ASTM International To Develop Aero Training Standards

The committee will develop internationally accepted standards that define the core competencies for aerospace personnel.
Maintenance and Modifications

Constant Aviation Expands Parts Inventory

The company's rotable exchange now has more than 50,000 line items.
Maintenance and Modifications

Albinati Aeronautics Obtains Malta AOC

Customers can choose from the company's charter and management services in Switzerland or Malta.
Aircraft

With New Leader at Helm, Bombardier Aims for Level Flight

Business jet orders soften, deliveries increase as Bombardier looks to improve liquidity.
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Finance, Taxes, Insurance

Bombardier Names New CEO, Pierre Beaudoin Now Chairman

Pierre Beaudoin to step aside as chief executive after six and a half years
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Charter & Fractional

Take Air Brings Surf Air Model to Europe

Starting with a King Air, Take Air will begin operations between Antwerp and Zurich on March 30 with a membership-based model.
Rotorcraft

U.S. Navy Updates Guidance for Helicopter Inspections

The U.S. Naval Air Systems Command issued updated guidance for inspecting Sikorsky CH/MH-53E heavy lift helicopters.
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Airports

Clay Lacy Breaks Ground on $10M Expansion at Van Nuys

South campus will add a modern FBO terminal to the company’s flagship location, two new hangars, office space and training facilities.
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Aircraft

Delayed Permit Application Hurts Norwegian Air Financials

Norwegian Air Shuttle's drawn out application for a U.S. foreign air carrier permit is creating drag on its bottom line.
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Aircraft

Egypt To Acquire Rafale Combat Jets

Qatar could follow, but negotiations with India are still unresolved.
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Safety

UK Researchers Study Carbon Nanotube Aircraft De-icing System

Carbon nanotubes could be applied like paint and de-ice a surface by heating.
Aircraft

Mixed Delivery Results Tempers Near Record Billings

“Overall the industry trajectory is positive. But we are not nearly where we need to be,” said GAMA president and CEO Pete Bunce.
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Rotorcraft

Enstrom TH180 Makes First Flight

TH180 is a scaled-down version of the company’s 280FX three-seat model and uses its type certificate and rotor system.
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Charter & Fractional

Mach One Carves Out Charter Niche Built on Loyalty

The Chino, Calif., charter provider operates 10 jets and most of its trips serve charter broker Sentient Jet.
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Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

EBACE 2015 To Feature Unmanned Aircraft Zone

The UAS zone will provide a venue for exhibitors to do live demonstrations of their products in a 12m-by-12m netted pavilion.
Safety

Gulfstream Flight-test Unit Elevates IS-BAO Status

Department has 43 pilots who conduct more than 2,200 annual test flights.
Maintenance and Modifications

Continental Motors Services Acquires United Turbine

Acquisition is part of a continuing expansion that began last July when parent company Continental Motors Group renamed their MRO service group.
Avionics

L-3 Unveils Full Set of Lynx ADS-B Systems

The Lynx MultiLink Surveillance System ADS-B transceivers fill the mandate for a variety of aircraft types.
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