Content Archive: September 2016

Maintenance and Modifications

AviationManuals Acquires Maximum Manuals

With acquisition, company expands into Aircraft Minimum Equipment Lists.

Embraer To Shave Nearly 1,500 Workers Via Buyouts

Embraer announced the Voluntary Dismissal Program last month, saying its was part of an effort to save $200 million.
Avionics

Taiwan ADS-B Delayed to December 2019

China was forced to delay compliance because it became clear that there would be an insufficient number of aircraft not appropriately equipped by year-end.
Regulations and Government

New Part 125 Guidance Clears Up Long-standing Confusion

FAA FSDOs differed on whether Part 125 operators required formal training programs.
Regulations and Government

Huerta: Small Aircraft Rule in 'Executive Review'

Huerta upheld the Part 23 rewrite as an example of how the agency is working to become more risk-based and flexible.
Avionics

ForeFlight Connects To SiriusXM Satellite Aviation Weather

Pilots who fly with the ForeFlight Mobile iPhone/iPad app have been asking for SiriusXM compatibility.
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Pro Golfer, Bizav Proponent Arnold Palmer Flies West

In 2010, he said, "I'm glad I played golf for a living, but I really would have enjoyed flying for a living, too."
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Regulations and Government

ICAO Will Take Up Global Security Plan at General Assembly

The plan provides a 'strategic framework' with priorities for improving aviation security, according to the United Nations aviation agency.
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Aircraft

Boeing, Southwest Engage in 737 Max Trials

First operator still undecided, according to airframer
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Regulations and Government

NBAA Backs Bombardier's Court Battle over IRS Levies

Bombardier is seeking full Appeals Court review of its lawsuit regarding taxes assessed on Flexjet management fees.