Content Archive: June 2015

Regulations and Government

Aurora Flies Unmanned Centaur at New York Test Site

Aurora Flies Unmanned Centaur at New York Test Site
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Avionics

FreeFlight Adds ForeFlight Compatibility to Rangr ADS-B

ADS-B in weather and traffic information is now available.
Regulations and Government

Senate Panel To Consider FAA Funding Bill

While House bill drew veto threat and Democrat ire, Senate bill passed subcommittee largely with bipartisan support.
Maintenance and Modifications

West Star Aviation Opens PWK Facility

Among other things, the company will provide maintenance and avionics troubleshooting and repairs.
ATC

IG To Audit FAA Controller Hiring Procedures

The audit is intended to address concerns about the effectiveness of a new hiring process implemented last year.
Charter & Fractional

Waypoint Leasing Places Two Helicopters with Titan

The transaction is the first between Waypoint, which was founded in 2013, and Titan, which has growing operations in Africa and South America.
ATC

Australia Declares Flight Tracking Capability

Controllers can now track aircraft in oceanic airspace east and west of Australia using automatic dependent surveillance-contract.
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George Neal Enters Guinness Record Book as Oldest Pilot

Neal remains a pilot at 96 years old, amassing thousands of hours as a former test pilot for de Havilland Canada.
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Charter & Fractional

Stratajet Secures Gama Aviation for Booking Platform

Gama Aviation joins platform as Stratajet prepares for full commercial launch.