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Building an ADS-B Ground Station Is Easy As Pi

FlightAware is feeding its data-hungry network with signals gathered by about 2,000 ADS-B ground stations.
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ATC

U.S. Army Interest Suggests eLoran Might Have a Future as GPS Backup

The Army Contracting Command has issued a Request for Information (RFI) covering eLoran receivers for maritime, aviation and/or vehicular platforms.
Maintenance and Modifications

Duncan Aviation Lincoln Renews Certification for India

The facility also holds certifications from Argentina, Bermuda, Brazil, Cayman Islands, China, the EASA, Mexico, South Africa and Venezuela.
Regulations and Government

Quick Start for FAA Reauthorization Talks

Lawmakers have until September 30 to hammer out a deal to reauthorize the FAA without short-term extensions.
Safety

NOAA Needs To Prepare for Near-term Satellite Data Gaps

There might not be enough time to develop the equipment necessary to prevent the data gaps, says the GAO.
Safety

Halaby Fellowship for Weather Research Announced

Application process open through February 28.
Safety

Flight Planning Rule Changes for Canada

Airspace updates in eastern Canada will continue throughout this year
Rotorcraft

The Seven Best Technologies To Help Reduce Helicopter Accidents

Research shows these technologies have significantly reduced helicopter fatalities.
Fuel

Air BP Expands In Africa

Air BP has installed the first 30,000-liter (7,925-gallon) avgas refueling tank at Nampula International Airport
Airports

Maine Airport Rolls out New Software Platform

Bangor International Airport has become the first North American customer to install FBO One aircraft handling and fuel management software.
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Fuel

French Airport Taps Shell

Shell Aviation has been named the sole fuel provider at France’s Lille Airport.
ATC

Pro Star Receives Change 7.1 AML STC

The upgrade is a software change and is available from authorized BendixKing and Honeywell dealers.
Airports

Alabama Airport Wraps Major Improvement Projects

Runway 18L/36R has been opened, as improvement projects on the taxiways are complete.
Fuel

Fuel Supplier Adds to Roster

Six Landmark Aviation facilities have joined the Shell network.
FBOs

ExecuJet To Reward Its Frequent Fliers

Operators will earn a free handling service for every 50 landings at any of the company’s FBOs in the Middle East, Africa, Asia, Australasia and Europe.
Fuel

Florida FBO Joins Phillips Network

Suncoast Air Center at Florida’s Venice Municipal Airport is the latest service provider to sign on with Phillips 66 as an aviation fuel dealer.
ATC

Asia-Pac Drops LOA Requirement for ADS-B Ops

Some states have no or insufficient operational approval processes.
ATC

Pilot Seeks FAA Change to ADS-B Mandate

Eliminating the requirement for some would encourage owners of lower cost GA aircraft to keep flying.
Aircraft

Peru’s Re-Order Takes C-27J Sales Total to 80

Sales of Alenia’s Twin-Turboprop Airlifter Continue at a Moderate Pace
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Maintenance and Modifications

DAC Signs Distribution Deal with Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics

Offers instrument overhaul and exchange programs
Maintenance and Modifications

Ergonomic Scrapers Improve Aerospace Sealant Removal

The tools are designed for standard removal projects as well as more complex and difficult operations.
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Safety

U.S. Helicopter Accident Numbers Lowest in 30 Years

Better risk management and improving safety culture credited for the positive trend.
Aircraft

Nextant G90XT Makes Maiden Flight

The G90XT features new GE H75-100 engines, Garmin G1000 avionics, systems improvements and an upgraded interior.
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Regulations and Government

DHS: Abu Dhabi Customs Preclearance Stopped 450 People

The U.S. customs preclearance facility at Abu Dhabi International Airport prohibited 450 people from boarding in its first year of operation.
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Aircraft

Textron AirLand Reports Scorpion Progress, Changes

Flight testing of the private-venture combat jet continues, and a second prototype is planned
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Maintenance and Modifications

ARSA to Congress: Aviation Overregulation Hinders Growth, Competitiveness

Congress has a clean slate for aviation maintenance
Aircraft

Bombardier Halts Learjet 85 Program

Bombardier to take $1.4 billion charge and lay off 1,000 workers with move to pause Learjet 85 program
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Maintenance and Modifications

AAR Granted AS9100 Certification for Manufacturing

The approval covers airframe composites and metal parts, coatings and container assembly.
Charter & Fractional

Wheels Up Hits Fleet and Membership Growth Goals in 2014

The private aviation membership program is set to firm up options for more aircraft in the next few months.
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Charter & Fractional

Air Charter Association Publishes Broker Best Practices

Document addresses contract language, payments, agency relationships, waivers of subrogation, flight irregularities and cancellation, among other things.