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U.S. Aircraft Insurance Unaffected by Malaysia Crashes

U.S. aircraft operators and the majority of their reinsurers “have dodged major bullets.”
Regulations and Government

NBAA: IRS Intensifies Scrutiny of Misclassified Workers

GAO says misclassified workers are costing the IRS $4 billion a year in lost tax revenue.
Charter & Fractional

Middle Eastern CEOs Continue To Embrace Business Jets

CEOs in region predominantly use corporate jets for business travel, but they are also starting to fly them more for leisure purposes.
Charter & Fractional

L’Voyage Is First Asian Air Charter Broker To Take Wyvern Pledge

Wyvern brokers are committed to having a safety program as part of their organization.
Charter & Fractional

Executive AirShare Gets Provisional FAA OK for iPad Mini-based Electronic Flight Bags

This authorization is the first step needed to gain full authority for paperless cockpits.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Puma UAS Succeeds in Landing on Coast Guard Icebreaker

An AeroVironment Puma AE launched from the flight deck of the Coast Guard cutter Healy, under way in the Arctic Ocean.
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Engines

NextGen Trents Advance With Composite Fan Tests

Rolls-Royce is preparing to flight test the new composite carbon/titanium fan system that form part of the Advance and UltraFan technology packages.
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Maintenance and Modifications

2014 Product Support Survey: Part 2 - Avionics

Garmin and Aircell again top the list of avionics manufacturer rankings in AIN’s Avionics Product Support Survey.
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Safety

LOA Delays Still Risking Safety, Wasting Fuel

The FAA’s policy of placing Letter of Authorization approvals on the bottom of its priority pile is fueling frustration among bizav operators.
Aircraft

Legacy 500 Cleared for Service Entry

Brazil’s aviation authority approved the airplane during last month’s LABACE event.
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Aircraft

AirVenture Report: 2014

Hundreds of thousands of enthusiasts celebrated the wonders of aviation at the annual EAA AirVenture Oshkosh show.
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Avionics

Product Support Survey 2014 Part 2: Avionics

Garmin remains tops for avionics, Aircell leads for cabin electronics
Aircraft

Ruag and HISS Team To Offer EW Solutions

The companies plan to market and deliver turnkey electronic warfare solutions for airborne platforms.
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Rotorcraft

Bell Helicopter Breaks Ground on Jet Ranger X Plant

The new $26.3 million, 82,300-sq-ft hangar is slated for completion by June next year.
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Regulations and Government

FAA Encouraging Electronic Pirep Submissions

In-flight observations assist other pilots, dispatchers and flight planners.
Rotorcraft

NHV, Blueway To Merge Helicopter Operations

Combination of the two European operators will create a 59-strong helicopter fleet.
Charter & Fractional

Mountain Aviation Acquired by Private Investment Group

Rich Bjelkevig, who founded the turboprop and jet charter firm in 1993, will continue serving as the company’s president.
Regulations and Government

NBAA Seeks Input about IRS Applying Ticket Taxes to Aircraft Management Fees

Group fighting back against the IRS’s assertion that the 7.5-percent ticket tax applies to managed Part 91 aircraft.
Regulations and Government

House General Aviation Caucus Members Ask for Fast-track Review of Third-class Aeromedical Reforms

Under the proposal, the FAA would allow holders of private pilot certificates to fly without a third-class medical.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Boeing's 'Phantom Swift' Advances in Darpa Program

During the project's second phase, Darpa plans to select two proposals to advance to detailed design, fabrication and assembly.
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Aircraft

U.S. Army Terminates Second Flight of Hypersonic Weapon

The vehicle experienced a "flight anomaly" shortly after launch on August 25.
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Aircraft

Britain and Germany Are Still Upgrading the Tornado

Upgrades could continue on other British platforms after 2019 retirement; Germany plan to operate the aircraft at least through 2025.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Duncan Aviation Expands Commitment To Going Green

Charging stations let employees plug in their cars at work.
Maintenance and Modifications

Air Services Renewed as Cessna Authorized NDT Facility

MRO offers NDT for Citations and other corporate aircraft.
Maintenance and Modifications

Desser Tire & Rubber Acquired By Graham Partners

Graham Partners expands in aviation product aftermarket sector.
Maintenance and Modifications

Spirit Aeronautics Increases AOG Service

The company provides maintenance and completions services at the customer’s location.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Trine Aerospace & Defense OK’d for Helicopter Repair

MRO services available for helicopters at the Colorado Springs-based company.
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Maintenance and Modifications

ACSF Recognizes Landmark Aviation as Sustaining Member

The company has provided financial support for the foundation.
Maintenance and Modifications

JetSupport Extends Avionics Dealership with Honeywell Authorization

Schiphol operation adds approval for Honeywell and BendixKing avionics.
Maintenance and Modifications

Metcar Offers Carbon-graphite Bushings for Aircraft Engine Fuel Pumps

Carbon-graphite bushings can use aviation fuel as the bushing lubricant.