Content Archive: July 2016

Aircraft

Lam's Modified Wing Boosts Columbia Performance

The modified wing, the LAM Aero System, improves performance the company claims.
Avionics

Avidyne Exploring DIY Plug n’ Play Avionics Installations

The ease of installation of Avidyne's IFD series navigators may lead to a less expensive ways for pilots to do the installations themselves.
Charter & Fractional

VistaJet Hits 10,000th YTD Flight in Record Time

This accomplishment comes on the heels of a 23-percent rise in global flight traffic in the first half.
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Aircraft

Brexit Jitters Stall Some Jet Sales at Gulfstream

But prospects are still good and the continued solid U.S. economy and quick stock market recovery calmed nerves of potential buyers.
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Aircraft

Mooney On Track for Dual Q3 Certifications

After development of its new all-composite M10T and M10J, Mooney Aircraft will have four airplanes in production.
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Charter & Fractional

NetJets Moves To Expand Longer-haul Business

NetJets introduced new incentives with price breaks on longer flights for Challenger 350 and Global customers.
Aircraft

Beechcraft Honors U.S. Bonanza Society with Custom G36

Paint and interior commemorate 50th year of the aircraft owners’ group.
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ATC

Brazil ATC Briefing Pilots on Olympic Airspace

Before entering airspace restricted for Olympics, genav aircraft must undergo a security inspection to receive a code required for filing a flight plan.
Aircraft

Daher Racks Up TBM Shipments, Nears 800th Delivery

Company delivered 26 TBM 900s and 930s in the first half and plans to deliver the 800th overall TBM in September.
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Maintenance and Modifications

West Star Aviation Renews Mexico Certificate

The company's three facilities hold DGAC approval.