Content Archive: June 2015
Aircraft
European UAV ‘Sense and Avoid’ Trials Make Progress
The MIDCAS project sponsored by the EDA used an Alenia Aermacchi Sky-Y demonstrator UAV in flight trials against conflicting traffic.
CAE To Supply UK Merlin Helicopter Training Devices
OEM AgustaWestland selected the Canadian company on behalf of the Royal Navy and Marines. Lockheed Martin gets Chinook training contract.
Aircraft
Gulfstream Rounds Out Leadership Team with Zimmerman
As the new president of product support, Zimmerman is stepping into a role that has been a path to the top slot at Gulfstream.
Aircraft
Boeing Flies KC-46 Prototype with Aerial Refueling System
The 767-2C 'provisioned freighter' flew for the first time with an aerial refueling boom and wing refueling pods installed.
Rotorcraft
Sikorsky To Lay Off 1,400 as Oil Prices Weigh on Offshore Operators
The consequence is reduced production of medium and heavy helicopters.
Regulations and Government
DOT IG Launches Investigation Into FAA FSS Oversight
The Transportation Department watchdog begins audit as the FAA readies requirements for next contract bid for Future Flight Service Program.
Aircraft
Embraer Takes Holistic Approach to Supporting Aircraft Values
Commercial chief compares strategy surrounding E2 program with that of A320neo and 737 Max
Aircraft
Citation Latitude Completes FAA Certification
Deliveries of Cessna's new Citation Latitude will begin during the third quarter, now that FAA certification is in hand.
Safety
AAIB Reports on Uncommanded Aileron Movements
The board found no faults related to the uncommanded inputs.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Northrop Grumman Rolls Out First NATO AGS Global Hawk
The treaty organization expects to begin operating the NATO-1 Global Hawk from Sigonella Air Base, Italy, in 2017.
