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Avionics

ELT False Alarms Vastly Outnumber Distress Situations

False alerts can be caused by improper installation, unfamiliarity with beacon operation, and hard landings.
Regulations and Government

Australia Proposes Rules for Helo Transport Ops

These rules will create the first specific set of operating rules for Australian rotorcraft air transport operations.
Regulations and Government

Senate FAA Bill Inches Closer with Amendment Block

Amendments would review implementation of Part 23 and create a Part 135 rest and duty-time committee.
Aircraft

Swiss Air-Rescue Rega Accepts Second Challenger 650

Rega carries out air-rescue operations in Switzerland with a fleet of 17 helicopters and repatriates patients from abroad with its three Challengers.
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Aircraft

E190-E2 Wraps Up Africa Demo Tour

Embraer sees several aircraft placement opportunities on the continent
Regulations and Government

AEA Invites Start-ups to Tech Incubator

The AEA's Technology Incubator is designed to help foster communication between the FAA and start-up companies serving the certified aviation market.
Avionics

Engine Data Now on Garmin Pilot App

Garmin has made significant updates to its iOS and Android Pilot mobile apps.
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Charter & Fractional

Revenue Grows at XOJet

XOJET reported a record breaking first quarter as the company continues with plans for expansion.
Avionics

GWX 75 Brings Doppler to More Aircraft

Garmin's new GWX 75 solid-state Doppler weather radar is available for installation in a wide variety of aircraft.
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Aircraft

Gulfstream's Latest G550 Heads for EMS in China

Beijing Red Cross Emergency Center expressed an interest in also adding a G650ER to its fleet, Gulfstream said.
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Avionics

Garmin Autopilots Approved for More Aircraft

Garmin is adding more approvals for its GFC 500 and 600 autopilots.
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Airlines

IndiGo, GoAir Ground More A320neos

Pratt & Whitney PW11000G combustors again the culprit
Airports

WAI Pulls Support from AOPA's FBO Pricing Argument

Just days after issuing a statement of support for its manifesto, one of the organization's major backers, backs out.
Maintenance and Modifications

Duncan Completes First Media Panel Installation

The device allows older aircraft with classic CMS systems to use HD video input.
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Safety

AINsight: Distraction Kills

All signs point to the world ending by touchscreen
ATC

How Boeing Envisions the Future of Transportation

How Boeing Envisions the Future of Transportation
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Aircraft

L3 Shows Multi-mission Conversion of Bombardier Q400

The Texas-based systems integrator is promoting the twin-turboprop as a cost-effective solution.
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Aircraft

Controversy Develops over RAF AEW&C Fleet

British air arm must choose between upgrading the E-3D Sentry or buying a new aircraft—possibly the Boeing Wedgetail.
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Safety

Landsberg, Homendy Confirmations Fill NTSB Board

Landsberg brings a deep background in general aviation safety, while Homendy has pipeline and rail expertise.
Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines, DHL Form Logistics JV

Airline takes majority stake in DHL-Ethiopian Airlines Logistics Services
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Aircraft

Icon Launches Fractional Share Test Program

The amphibious LSA manufacturer is offering a lower-cost pathway for flying the Icon A5.
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Training and Workforce

Redbird Previews New Sim Motion System

Redbird's new six-degrees-of-freedom (6DoF) simulator motion platform was designed by the company's Redbird Alpha advanced development division.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Superior Extends Cylinder Warranty

Superior Air Parts's new warranty lasts for 37 months, and is retroactive to cylinders bought after Jan. 1, 2018.
Engines

Phillips 66 Teams With Afton on Unleaded Avgas

UL100 avgas contains no lead and so far is proving effective for anti-detonation properties in high-compression piston aero engines.
Aircraft

Blackhawk Expands XP67A to King Air 300s

345 Knot Cruise Speed Expected From Engine Upgrade
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Training and Workforce

SunFlyer Electric Trainer Pitched as Pilot-shortage Solution

Aircraft Lands Large Order At Oshkosh
Aircraft

EPS Continues To Make Progress on Aero Diesel

Predicts 30-50% Better Economy Than Avgas Engines
FBOs

AOPA Recruits Support in Continuing FBO Argument

The association has garnered some measure of support for its statement of principles in regards to FBO pricing.
Aircraft

Epic Nudges Closer To E1000 Certification

Company Predicts FAA Approval By End of 2018
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Airlines

New EU Rules Address 'Mental Fitness' of Pilots, Cabin Crew

Requirements stem from Germanwings flight 9525 crash findings
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