Content Archive: June 2015
Aircraft
Embraer Rides ‘Next Wave’ of E2 Development
Company has now passed the point in development at which any particular aspect of design for its new E2 jets represents a so-called watch item.
Safety
Great Lakes Wildlife Strikes on the Rise
Airport operators should review and evaluate a wildlife hazard management plan once a year.
Safety
FAA Addresses Converging Runway Operations
Some mitigations might not be necessary for a facility to conduct independent non-intersecting converging runway operations.
ATC
Existing Products, Services Meet ICAO’s Aircraft Tracking Requirement
Range of suppliers say that 15-minute standard is doable as future GADSS system is developed.
Rotorcraft
New Russian helicopters designs to offset decline in shipments
The constantly evolving Mi-8/17 family of helicopters accounted for more than half of all shipments in the past several years.
UVision’s Heros Loiter for Attacks
Company debuting a new family of smart munitions that can loiter over the target area before making an accurate attack on pop-up targets.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
With the UK Sorted, Thales Touts Watchkeeper Prospects in France
New Payloads Offered and Sovereign Requirements Addressed in Export Drive.
Aircraft
Dassault’s Rafale Fighter Jet Flying Display At Paris Air Show 2015
Dassault’s Rafale Fighter Jet Flying Display At Paris Air Show 2015
Aircraft
Dassault Still Hopeful For Full Indian Rafale Deal
Production is being adjusted to accommodate export orders from Egypt and Qatar; other sales prospects discussed.
Aircraft
Dassault To Open Parts Center In Louisville
Facility will house frequently ordered parts and accept orders as late as 10 p.m. for 8 a.m. next-day delivery.
