Content Archive: September 2014
Rotorcraft
Airbus Modifies EC135 as Environmental Tech Testbed
Airbus said the technologies being tested are “transversal,” meaning not specifically meant for any one particular helicopter model.
Regulations and Government
Simulator Proposal Comment Deadline Extended
Proposal seeks to amend qualification standards for some flight simulation training devices.
Meridian Taps Johnson as Director of Business Development
He will oversee the development of a new Meridian FBO at Hayward (Calif.) Executive Airport and expand aircraft management business on the West Coast.
NBAA Panel To Tackle Trends Affecting Bizav Aircraft Sales
The 1.5-hour session will be moderated by NARA chairman and Dallas Jet International president Brad Harris.
Japan Fails To Isolate Cause of 787 Battery Meltdown
Final report identifies likely causes but reached no firm conclusion
Charter & Fractional
August Jet Card Sales Soar 76 Percent at Delta Private Jets
This follows record growth in both June and July, “with September on track for similar activity.”
Rotorcraft
U.S. Agency Seeks Comments on Helidecks on Fixed Offshore Facilities
Bureau of Safety and Environment mulls including industry standards for design, construction and maintenance of helidecks in regulations.
NBAA/CAN Land High-value Auction Items for Soirée
Auction will include sports memorabilia, ski getaway packages, jet fuel, watches and aircraft models.
Aircraft
Embraer, Sierra Nevada Roll Out U.S.-assembled A-29
The single-engine turboprop will be used to provide light air support, reconnaissance and training capabilities to the Afghanistan military.
