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Regulations and Government

Counterfeit Kamov Helicopter Ring Busted

Moldovan police raided a factory in Cruileni allegedly making unauthorized copies of Russian Kamov-26 coaxial rotor utility helicopters.
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Avionics

Garmin GI 275 Displays Approved for Helicopters

Helicopter operators can now install Garmin's GI 275 electronic flight instruments.
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Airlines

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi to Launch Operations July 14

New low-cost carrier Air Arabia Abu Dhabi gets ready to start operations despite Covid-19 travel restrictions.
Airlines

Breeze Airways Delays Launch Until 2021

Underserved midsize cities will have to wait for launch of David Neeleman’s U.S. low-fare airline.
Accidents

U.S. Bizav Fatal Accidents Plummet in First Half

Fatal accidents involving U.S.-registered turbine business aircraft plummeted in the first half, according to data compiled by AIN.
Rotorcraft

Congressmen Continue Push for Safer Helo Fuel Tanks

Two Colorado congressman are continuing push for mandatory crash resistant fuel systems (CRFS) in all helicopter air ambulances.
Sustainability and Environment

ASTM Approves New Sustainable Jet Fuel Process

A new process that provides a renewable fuel component earlier in the fuel refining procedure has been approved by ASTM, the governing body on fuel safety.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Constant Aviation Extends Orlando Sanford Lease

Cleveland-based Constant Aviation operates from nearly 110,000 sq ft of hangars at Orlando Sanford International Airport.
Aircraft

Breathe Easier with Bombardier Pũr Air

Breathe Easier with Bombardier Pũr Air
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Aircraft

Stratos 716X Personal Jet Makes First Flight

The Stratos 716X single-engine, 4-6 seat personal jet made its first flight July 2 from the company’s plant in Redmond, Oregon .
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Regulations and Government

UK Eases Quarantine Rules for Some Countries

The delayed review of the UK's contentious quarantine policy eases requirements for 59 countries, but not for travelers from the U.S. and many others.
Aircraft

FAA and Boeing Complete 737 Max Certification Flights

Following three days of flight testing the 737 Max, the FAA must now evaluate data on changes to the airplane’s flight control system.
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Avionics

Legacy Universal FMSs Face Obsolescence

Business jets equipped with legacy Universal Avionics FMSs will need upgrades due to parts obsolescence issues.
Fuel

MySky To Add Enhanced Fuel Data

Private aviation spend management software provider MySky is partnering with S&P Global Platts to provide users with the latest fuel pricing data.
Safety

Insurer Recognizes Wyvern Safety Leader Program

Axa XL, the property and casualty and specialty risk division of insurance provider Axa, has recognized Wyvern’s Safety Leader Training Course.
Rotorcraft

Airbus H160 Gets EASA Nod

Airbus Helicopters’ medium twin H160 received EASA type certification approval on July 1.
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Aircraft

AINdebrief Episode 15 | July 3, 2020

NBAA Cancels BACE, 737 Max Resumes Flight Testing, Global 7500 Gets Green Papers, Farnborough Airshow Goes Virtual, OSHA Proposes Fine at Textron Aviation
Regulations and Government

House Backs Airports, Alternative Fuels Funding

While the House infrastructure package is in doubt, several of the measures remain on the table for future legislation.
Charter & Fractional

Covid-19 Throttles Air Charter Expo 2020 Plans

The Air Charter Expo will return next year at London Biggin Hill Airport.
Aircraft

ATR To Cut Regional Airliner Production by Half

A 50 percent reduction in airplane output by ATR this year will accompany the loss of 204 jobs.
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Safety

VistaJet Equips Fleet with Telemedicine

To further protect the safety of its crews and passengers, VistaJet is equipping its Global fleet with state-of-the-art telemedicine devices.
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Aircraft

How AMAC’s Culture Has Allowed It to Thrive During the Covid-19 Downturn

How AMAC’s Culture Has Allowed It to Thrive During the Covid-19 Downturn
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Airlines

Torqued: Will the Future of Aviation Look Like Its Past?

Airlines need to reconsider how they treat customers if they want people to get back in their airplanes.
Accidents

Accidents: July 2020

Preliminary and final reports
Training and Workforce

FlightSafety Mixes Reality in New Simulator

FlightSafety's new mixed-reality training devices will expand pilot training opportunities and help lower training costs.
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Training and Workforce

Training Providers Prepare for Post-Covid Future

While grappling with new health and safety protocols, flight training schools are finding resiliency with new online tools.
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Training and Workforce

Desktop Simulators Shine During Pandemic

For pilots stuck without the ability to stay current by flying, desktop simulation offers are potent alternative.
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Safety

Coronavirus Brings Cabin Humidity Levels into Question

Adding humidity to dry indoor air, especially in aircraft cabins, offers a compelling solution to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Cabin Interior and Electronics

Completions & Refurbishment Update

Cabin makeovers amid the Covid-19 pandemic
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Maintenance and Modifications

West Star's DAS, Flite Combining Capabilities

Flite Components will transition from its facility in Dallas to the Dallas Aeronautical Services facility, and both are already collaborating on work.