Content Archive: August 2009

Regulations and Government

Senate FAA Bill Calls for Major Changes for Helo EMS

Comprehensive changes for the helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS) industry are contained in the U.S.
Accidents

PC-12 Loss of Control Precedes Crash

Pilatus PC-12/45, Raphine, Va., July 5, 2009–The turboprop single crashed into a pasture during an IFR flight from Teterboro Airport to Tampa’s Exec

Sleep Debt Led to Mesa Overflight

The Mesa Air Group CRJ200 pilots who fell asleep during a flight from Honolulu to Hilo on February 13 last year started work at 5:40 a.m.

Pinnacle Reaches Tentative Pilot Pact

After more than four years of contentious negotiation, Pinnacle Airlines has reached terms with the Air Line Pilots Association on a new tentative contract
Aircraft

In The Works: Stratos Aircraft - 714

Stratos Aircraft is also targeting the four-seat VLJ market, but its entry has one engine, a 3,030-pound-thrust Williams International FJ44-3AP, and more a

Bizjets provide lift for North Korea mission

The aircraft that carried former President Bill Clinton to North Korea last month on an errand of mercy seeking the release of two imprisoned U.S.
Aircraft

In The Works: GP Aerospace - GP210

Brazil-based GP Aerospace is trying to raise $10 million to build a flying prototype of the company’s GP210 very light jet.
Aircraft

In The Works: Epic Aircraft Dynasty, Elite, Victory, Escape

Epic Aircraft’s plan to transition from the kit-built market to certified aircraft has suffered a setback.
Training and Workforce

CAE’s Brown hands over reins to Parent

Robert Brown, president and CEO of Montreal-based pilot training provider and simulator manufacturer CAE, has announced his retirement effective at the end