Content Archive: February 2015

Regulations and Government

DHS Shutdown Looms

Senate action on bill expected today, but House and Senate lawmakers have been at impasse.
Training and Workforce

TRU Simulation’s Roots in Helicopters

The Textron-owned company manufactures simulators and offers training for rotorcraft and airplanes.
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Rotorcraft

Bell Helicopter Adds Second Jet Ranger X to Test Fleet

Since fligth testing began in November, the helicopter program has quickly progressed, performing additional tests and numerous practice autorotations,
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Aircraft

Honda Aircraft Installing First HondaJet Simulator

Initial simulator arrives as HondaJet nears certification
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Aircraft

Southwest 737s Allowed To Fly Until Inspections Completed

The FAA, Southwest Airlines and Boeing agreed on a plan that allows Southwest 737s to continue flying until overdue inspections are completed.

AAR To Sell Telair Cargo Group to TransDigm

The company is divesting two divisions to focus on core competencies.
Airports

Santa Monica Airport Lease Rates Would Skyrocket Under Commission Plan

The city could earn an additional $8.9 million a year by raising lease rates.
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Rotorcraft

Simplex Set To Fight Fire in China

The Portland, Oregon-based manufacturer’s Model 304 Fire Attack system is validated for use on the Bell 412 in China.
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Maintenance and Modifications

FAA Expands Duncan Aviation’s ODA Authority

The ability to accept ICAs will allow Duncan Aviation to better control schedules and manage project milestones
Rotorcraft

Bell's Garrison: New Programs at Full Speed

Bell Helicopter’s development programs include the 525 Relentless, 505 light single and V-280 Valor tiltrotor.
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