Content Archive: November 2015
Accidents
NTSB: 'Improper' Mx Caused Caravan Engine Failure
Post-accident examination of the engine revealed that all of the compressor turbine blades had separated.
Aircraft
Embraer Legacy Midsize Jet Assembly To Start in U.S. in June
Midsize jet production will start out slowly in Florida, with just six Legacy 450/500s coming off the Melbourne line in 2017.
Regulations and Government
Tribunal: Flight Was Private, Pilots On Hook for Cargo
Falcon 50 was parked on a apron dedicated for private flights when cocaine-laden bags were found on board.
Regulations and Government
NATA Pushes Capitol Hill for Action on FAA Funding Bill
Lawmakers are hopeful budget deal clears the way for fiscal 2016 appropriations action.
Regulations and Government
NBAA Warns of 'Severe Sanctions' in Latest SMO Limits
The City Council voted to impose new restrictions on emissions and limit the type of fuel that can be sold and used.
NBAA Publishes 2016 Forum Dates, Signs Deal with Atlantic
Atlantic Aviation to host Southeast regional forums through 2020 in West Palm, with additional forums planned for Van Nuys, West Palm
Maintenance and Modifications
Russian Helicopters Expanding Western Hemisphere Service
The fleet of Russian-made helicopters operating in Latin America and the Caribbean exceeds 400.
Aircraft
UAC Sets First Flight Date For Il-112 Airlifter
Russia is dumping the An-140 in favor of the new Ilyushin twin turboprop, as its An-26 replacement.
Maintenance and Modifications
AJW Technique's Indonesian Type Certificate OK Renewed
The company will soon be adding Bombardier and Embraer aircraft to its Boeing and Airbus approvals.
Maintenance and Modifications
Constant Aviation Offers Reinforced Beechjet Step
The kit is designed to ameliorate 'step drooping.'
