Content Archive: August 2015

Rotorcraft

NYPD Completes Bell Transition

The NYPD began taking deliveries of the 429 last year to replace its four AgustaWestland AW119 singles.
Rotorcraft

Air Methods on the Acquisition Prowl--Again

The company is raising its credit line by $400 million with an eye to making an as yet undisclosed acquisition or acquisitions.
Aircraft

Flying the Progressive Aerodyne Searey Elite Amphibious Light Sport Aircraft

Flying the Progressive Aerodyne Searey Elite Amphibious Light Sport Aircraft
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FBOs

Upstate N.Y. Airport Gets New FBO

Jefferson County opened a 4,800-sq-ft terminal at Watertown International Airport.
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Engines

GE Contemplates U.S. Turboprop MRO, Nextgen Engine Facility

An overhaul shop makes sense for the company as the fleet size in the U.S. grows.
Accidents

Indonesian Searchers Find Wreckage of Crashed Trigana ATR

Twin turboprop carrying 54 disappeared over Indonesia's Papua province
Safety

NBAA To Offer Weather Charting Webinar on Wednesday

The event is aimed at helping business aviation professionals refresh or enhance their weather operational knowledge of charts.
Accidents

Conquest Crash Kills Five Near Capetown

The aircraft was conducting an air ambulance flight when it crashed on August 16.
Safety

FAA Updates De-icing Holdover Times Guidance

Updated guidelines cover Type II, III and IV de-icing fluids.
Cabin Interior and Electronics

SmartSky, Jet Aviation Partner on Global Express Wi-Fi

The companies are seeking an STC to be aimed at the retrofit market, for type owners and operators seeking to take advantage of airborne Wi-Fi.