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Regulations and Government

EASA’s Focus Evolves from Rulemaking to Oversight

Europe's civil aviation authority moves to “more homogeneity.”
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Engines

Timchenko's Jet Remains Grounded by U.S. Sanctions

Russian businessman Gennady Timchenko's G650 cannot be operated in the absence of product support that is blocked by U.S. government sanctions.
FBOs

Vnukovo Lays Claim to ‘Busiest Bizav Airport in Europe’ Title

Expanding helicopter operations is the next logical step
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Training and Workforce

Thales Gets EASA Nod for Alps-based AS350 Sim

The Thales Training Academy is the first European facility to operate a full flight simulator for the Airbus Helicopters AS350 Ecureuil.
Maintenance and Modifications

MRO Profile: Stevens Aviation GYH

Facility fuses Southern hospitality and modern technology.
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FBOs

FBO Profile: Base Operations at Page Field

The Florida FBO sees traffic soar as the days get shorter.
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Finance, Taxes, Insurance

Software Can Help Owners Comply With Complex Tax Laws

Upcoming changes to U.S. tax law could affect how aircraft owners account for depreciation and expensive repairs.
Aircraft

E-2D Aerial Refueling System Completes Design Review

With the completion of the PDR, the program advances to critical design review, moving closer to manufacturing the system.
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Charter & Fractional

Russian Charter Operations Expected to Rebound

Charter broker Avinode expects traffic in Russia to ramp up in the coming years.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

General Atomics Readies for 'Detect and Avoid' Demo

Trials on the NASA Ikhana Predator B are slated to begin in November.
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Engines

GE Passport Engine Now Slated To Fly Late This Year

GE’s Passport engine for the Bombardier Global 7000 and 8000 remains on track for certification next year.
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Charter & Fractional

Summer’s End Brings Dip in Air Charter Demand

Air charter demand in Europe and North America is set to soften, but overall levels of demand are ahead of this time last year.
Rotorcraft

Avicopter Flies New Version of AC311 Light Single

Chinese helicopter manufacturer bets on domestic avionics, French engine.
Regulations and Government

GAMA Praises European Parliament Committee Vote Opposing Cuts at EASA

“Damaging resource cuts” to the EASA could have affected its ability to certify new aviation products, GAMA said.
Maintenance and Modifications

Collins Pro Line Fusion Upgrade Coming for Pro Line II-equipped King Air 350s

Retrofit delivers a NextGen-capable avionics system with three interchangeable 14-inch touchscreen flight displays.
Rotorcraft

Airbus Helicopters Reins In Innovation

Helicopter manufacturer forgoes advanced X4 cockpit, electric backup motor for singles.
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Rotorcraft

Bell CEO Wants More National Investment in Rotorcraft

U.S. investment paltry compared with that of Europe and Canada.
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Rotorcraft

India Authorizes Purchase of Boeing Apaches, Chinooks

The deal is valued at $2.5 billion.
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Aircraft

Nextant 400XTi Returns to JetExpo

Local sales agent reports remanufactured business jet has seen success in charter operations in the region
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Cabin Interior and Electronics

Dassault Breaks Ground on Falcon 5X/8X Completion Center

$60 million project will add 250,000 sq ft of production and completion space to the existing one million sq ft.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Reorganized Sabreliner To Expand Civil MRO Offerings

Company will exploit experience gained on military King Airs and Learjets.
Maintenance and Modifications

Rockwell Collins To Double Size of Brazil Service Center

Rockwell Collins do Brazil supports military and civil aircraft operators and manufacturers with avionics and aircraft systems and services.
Maintenance and Modifications

Avmats Opens Aircraft Composites Fabrication Shop

Company is putting an emphasis on its one-off parts manufacturing and repair solutions.
Maintenance and Modifications

Jet Aviation Moscow Vnukovo To Bolster Inventory of Bombardier Bizjet Spare Parts

Move follows an initial parts agreement signed in 2012 between Bombardier and Jet Aviation’s line maintenance and AOG facility in Moscow.
Maintenance and Modifications

Next-Gen LoPresti BoomBeam HID Lights Now Available for Cessna Citations

Lights can be installed at a service center or by operators’ own maintenance departments and carry a five-year/5,000-hour warranty on the kit components.
Maintenance and Modifications

Falcon 7X AD Requires Landing-gear Pin Replacement

Some pintle pins in Falcon 7X main landing gear were incorrectly protected against corrosion.
Maintenance and Modifications

Honeywell Names ABS Jets as New Czech Service Center

Prague-based ABS Jets will be a dealership and service center for Honeywell avionics.
Rotorcraft

FAA Enhancing ADS-B in the Gulf

Three new ADS-B radios in Mexico will enhance surveillance capabilities over the Gulf.
Rotorcraft

Electronic Use, Improved Seating Key to Passenger Comfort on Helicopters

EASA makes operators responsible for allowing use of portable electronic devices; the only hope for comfort improvement may be in seating.
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Aircraft

Boeing Wins FMS Contract To Supply AH-6is To Saudi Arabia

The estimated contract completion date is Dec. 31, 2016.
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