Content Archive: June 2014

Charter & Fractional

Directional Consolidates Charter Brokering Under Skyjet

Charter broker activities for Directional Aviation’s Sentient Jet, Flexjet and Flight Options brands are consolidated into Skyjet, a new subsidiary.

Cessna’s M2 Gets EASA OK

Deliveries of the new light jet to Europe can now begin.
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SMO Airport Officials Accused of Conflict of Interest

The legal wrangling over the proposed closure of California’s Santa Monica Airport continues.

Mobile FliteDeck Pro for Windows 8 Released

The new program from Jeppesen offers worldwide navigation charts on Microsoft’s Surface 2 tablets, and allows split-screen dual application usage.
Accidents

Authorities Cite Approach ‘Mismanagement’ in Asiana Crash

Asiana Flight 214's crew mismanaged their approach and failed to adequately monitor airspeed.
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ATC

Sweden's Transport Agency Approves 'Remote Tower' Ops

The remote tower concept combines the ATC functions of small airports at one centrally located facility.
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NBAA Reminds Pilots To Master Cockpit Technology

Long user manuals can add to the burden of understanding new cockpit technology.

787 ELT Fire Caused by Improper Battery Wiring

AAIB develops five safety recommendations for the FAA focused on lithium battery technology.
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GIV Pilot Offers Control Lock Operating Suggestions

GIV operators are reminded to adhere to operating procedures on gust lock activation.