Content Archive: June 2016

Maintenance and Modifications

Progressive Air Group Acquires Brant Aero

The company offers avionics and airframe MRO and inspection and maintenance services for both piston engines and turbines.
Rotorcraft

Air Evac Sues Health Insurers

Helicopter EMS companies are pushing back against health insurers who are either outright denying patient claims or reimbursing them at low rates.
Airlines

Air Astana Looks Beyond Kazakhstan for Growth In Tough Times

Air Astana is facing a dilemma as to whether it can still afford the Boeing 787s it plans to add to its fleet.
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Aircraft

New Yak-152 Trainer Will Come With Alternate Powerplants

Diesel and piston versions are planned for Russian domestic and export customers.
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Aircraft

Boeing Confirms Iran Deal, Pending U.S. Government Blessing

Boeing's long-anticipated deal to sell 100 or more aircraft to Iran Air, are subject to U.S. government approval and confirmation of export credit support.
Regulations and Government

FAA's New UAS Rule Draws Praise From GA Groups

NBAA said the rule balances safety with the ability to operate UAS, but expressed concern the FAA has yet to release guidance when operating near airports.
Aircraft

Leonardo CEO Hints At New Plan To Take Control of ATR

Leonardo-Finmeccanica jointly owns regional aircraft maker ATR with the Airbus group.
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UBS: Pre-owned Bizjet Inventory Continues To Grow

The number of used aircraft for sale between 6-10 years old has jumped 21 percent.
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Aircraft

Progress Reported On Latest A400M Problems

But deliveries have slowed and long-term gearbox solution is still awaited
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Rotorcraft

FAA Sets Special Certification Conditions for Bell 525

Current regs inadequate for fly-by-wire helicopters