Content Archive: May 2014
Air BP Extends General Aviation Fuel Network in China
With these additions, Air BP provides fuel for international GA clients at 20 Chinese airports.
Regulations and Government
Aviation Officially Recognized By All 50 U.S. States
Except for Montana, which issued a letter, all have issued statewide proclamation through either the governor’s office or the state legislature.
Engines
Pratt Sees ‘Winning Conditions’ for NGRT Launch
Pratt & Whitney Canada continues development of the NGRT while airframe OEMs dither over the launch of a 90-seat turboprop.
Malaysia Releases Satellite Data for Missing Flight 370
The release of Inmarsat's satellite data for Malaysian Airlines Flight 370 comes in response for demands for greater transparency.
Angle-of-Attack Indicator Now Standard on Viking Twin Otter
Safe Flight’s heated AoA leading edge sensor is certified for flight into icing.
FAA Issues Emergency AD on Parachutes
The FAA issued a safety alert as a follow up to EASA’s emergency AD.
Preliminary Report Issued on Florida Citation Overrun
Citation pilot says he landed long.
EBACE Safety of Flight Award Winners Announced
Winners flew between 40,000 and 100,000 accident-free hours.
FAA Recategorizes Wake Turbulence Separations
Wake turbulence standards amended to boost airport capacity.
Pilot Killed in Grand Canyon Helicopter Accident
AS350 was being repositioned on the ground at the time of the accident.
