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ATC

FAA Declares Latest NextGen Project a Success

North Texas Metroplex project to streamline flight paths, save fuel, cut emissions
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Charter & Fractional

Charter and Fractional Report 2014

The charter market, according to the many companies interviewed for this special report, is in relatively good shape.
Aircraft

China’s Y-20 Airlifter Makes Low-key Debut at Zhuhai

The aircraft appeared at the show in PLAAF livery, and the service is expected to be the primary customer.
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Finance, Taxes, Insurance

Asian Airlines Struggle with Low Yields Despite Growth

U.S. carriers considering international expansion could add to the pressure
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Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

NTSB Supports FAA's Position in Pirker Drone Case

The NTSB reversed a ruling that the FAA was wrong to fine Raphael Pirker for allegedly recklessly flying a drone.
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Aircraft

SkyWest To Shed Brasilias, Reaches New Terms with United

Plans to become all-jet carrier by next summer
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Charter & Fractional

Air Charter Demand Perks Up Ahead of Holiday Season

North American demand for charter growing more strongly than in Europe.
Aircraft

Gulfstream’s 7,500-nm G650ER Enters Service

The approximately $2 million ER option stretches the G650’s 7,000-nm range to 7,500 nm at a cruise speed of Mach 0.85.
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Regulations and Government

Congress Urged to Make FAA Reauthorization a Priority

Aviation industry groups and politicians urged members of the 113th Congress to expedite plans to continue funding the FAA.
Training and Workforce

FlightSafety International Taps Steve Loranger as Senior Advisor to the CEO

He brings leadership abilities, in-depth knowledge of the aerospace industry and experience as a long-time FSI customer.
Rotorcraft

Fourth Mi-38 Heavy-twin Helicopter Prototype Takes Flight

Latest iteration includes shock-resistant fuel system and larger windows.
FBOs

Rectrix Opens New FBO at Boston-area Hanscom Field

Company’s new flagship facility features new FBO terminal and 60,000 sq ft of hangar space.
Rotorcraft

Thales, CareFlight Team on AgustaWestland AW139 Sim Training

Simulator will feature Thales’ Reality H technology, electric motion and the possibility to use night-vision goggles.
Aircraft

China’s FC-31 Fighter Disappoints in First Display

In its Zhuhai display, the FC-31 appeared to bleed too much energy and the pilot had a hard time keeping the nose up during turns and other maneuvers.
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Aircraft

Airbus To Build New A330-Based Belugas

First of five airplanes scheduled to enter service in 2019
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Safety

FSF Releases Flight Path Monitoring Guide

Monitoring guide offers 20 recommendations to improve the skills of the monitoring pilot.
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Safety

EHST Issues Tips for Flying Helicopters Around Mountains

Pamphlet offers solid risk management guidance for helicopter pilots headed into mountainous terrain.
Safety

Is a FRAT Undermining Your Safety Efforts?

Flight risk assessment tools shouldn’t be used as a black or white guide for flight approval.
Safety

Safe Flight Pair Win Nall Award

Safe Flight’s late founder Leonard Greene and his son Randall win the sixth annual Nall award.
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Regulations and Government

Updated AC Explains New Notam System

Circular adds much new Notam terminology, as well as a comprehensive runway contaminant list.
Safety

Aircraft Fastener Added To Unapproved Parts List

Users are urged to watch for parts from particular batch numbers.
Safety

Q400 Propeller Blade Punctures Cabin

Passenger escapes with minor injuries.
Regulations and Government

Two-Pilot Age Restriction Disappears

Both pilots in a Part 121 cockpit can now be older than 60.
Accidents

Second HS-748 This Year Crashes in Africa

The chartered aircraft crashed just short of the runway at Panyagor in South Sudan.
Regulations and Government

Air Traffic Controllers Arrested for Theft of Public Funds

FAA employees allegedly gained unauthorized access to federal payroll system.
Aircraft

Boeing’s 787 ecoDemonstrator Takes Flight

Latest round of testing involves more than 25 new technologies.
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Rotorcraft

Bell Helicopter 505 Jet Ranger X First Flight

Bell Helicopter 505 Jet Ranger X First Flight
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Aircraft

Airbus A380 To Reach Break-Even in 2015

Increased superjumbo deliveries in third quarter contributes to net income decline
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Regulations and Government

India’s Latest Aviation Policy To Promote Regional Links

Charter services get scheduled status.
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