Content Archive: June 2015

Safety

NTSB Releases Video of Accident Analysis

The Safety Board has begun using videos–in addition to written reports–to share lessons learned through investigations into major accidents.
Regulations and Government

East Hampton Delays Restrictions Again at HTO

East Hampton agreed to a further delay in enforcement of new restrictions at HTO after the District Court postponed a decision on the lawsuit.
Regulations and Government

Aviation, Rural Groups Caution On ATC Control

Groups express concern about possible handing over of ATC decisions to private entity.
Aircraft

Northrop Grumman's 'OpenPod' Aimed at F-15 Requirement

Months after Lockheed Martin unveiled its 'Legion Pod,' Northrop Grumman introduces a new sensor pod with infrared search and track system.
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Aircraft

Flaris LAR 1 VLJ To Be Powered by Williams FJ33-5A

Very light jet was originally fitted with a 1,460-pound-thrust Pratt & Whitney Canada PW610F.
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Airlines

Pilot Group Decries Social Neglect Among Europe’s Airlines

Cites "flags of convenience," and "atypical employment" among unfair practices in airline industry
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Aircraft

Nextant Opens Resale Unit for Remanufactured Aircraft

Remanufactured aircraft are beginning to enter resale market as the Nextant fleet has grown to 60 aircraft.
Aircraft

Gulfstream G650 Sprints In To Pick Up Collier Trophy

National Aeronautic Association awarded Gulfstream Aerospace the prestigious Robert J. Collier Trophy on June 3 for its development of the G650.
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Aircraft

Nexcelle’s nacelle shipsets prepping for first deliveries

Shipset for Comac C919 includes an inlet, fan cowl, O-Duct, inner fixed structure, electrical thrust reverser actuation system, exhaust and engine mounts.
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Aircraft

AIA Names Former Exelis CEO Melcher as Its New President

David Melcher succeeds Marion Blakey as chief executive of the Aerospace Industries Association, representing major U.S. aerospace companies.