Content Archive: January 2016

Aircraft

ANA Confirms A380 Order

First airplane due to arrive in Tokyo in 2018
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Accidents

Pilot Error Caused 2014 TransAsia Crash, Council Determines

The crew of the ATR 72-500 approached Magong Airport in Taiwan below the minimum descent altitude during a thunderstorm.
Aircraft

Boeing 737 Max Completes First Flight

Nine-month flight test campaign officially underway
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Maintenance and Modifications

Textron Aviation U.S. Centers Expand Capabilities

The expansion of U.S. service center capabilities marks another milestone the integration of all three brands under the Textron Aviation umbrella.
Safety

EMAS Saves Falcon 20 at Chicago Executive

The EMAS became operational in October.
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Aircraft

Russia Revives Large Airlifter Design Work

The Ilyushin Il-106 could be a replacement for the An-124s that are no longer supported by Ukraine.
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Charter & Fractional

XOJet Boosts Charter Earnings and Sales

The 10-year-old on-demand charter provider also is investing in fleet refurbishment and improvements to its digital platforms.
Rotorcraft

Bell Helicopter in Hover This Year, Growth Mode in 2017

Bell 505 JetRangerX and 525 Relentless will boost Bell Helicopter next year, but shipments and revenues this year are expected to be flat.
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Charter & Fractional

Aero Club Builds Membership Plan With Avanti-based Fleet

Aero Clubs aims to challenge the more established Wheels Up private aviation membership program.
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Aircraft

Airbus Seals 118-Aircraft Deal with Iran

Nuclear settlement paves way for direct negotiations with Iran Air
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