Content Archive: October 2016

Engines

Rolls-Royce Performs First Run of UltraFan Gearbox

Event marks start of testing at company's Attitude Rig in Dahlewitz, Germany
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Rotorcraft

Another EMS Helicopter Hit by Drunk Driver

Helicopter was knocked on its side and heavily damaged, as was a nearby fire truck.

NBAA/CAN Soiree Adds E-bidding to Auction Fundraiser

Items to be auctioned include two orchestra seats to see Hamilton as part of New York City broadway trip.
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Rockwell Collins Strikes $8.3 Billion Deal for B/E

Combined entity would employ 30,000 workers, produce $8.1 billion in revenues and offer a spectrum of cabin and cockpit offerings.
Avionics

Satcom Direct Wins FAA PMA, EASA Part 145 Approvals

Company received parts manufacturer approval from the U.S. FAA for its SD WiFi Hub, as well as EASA Part 145 repair station designation.
ATC

Hong Kong Intl. Airport Tightens Bizav Slot Policy

Aimed at curbing abuses to the system at the world's third busiest airport, GA operators will now have to have all reservations confirmed in advance.
Aircraft

Embraer Settles Corruption Probe for $205 Million

Six-year investigation finds wrongdoing in four separate deals
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Aircraft

Raytheon Names U.S. Site for Assembling T-100 Trainers

The manufacturer would assemble the M-346 Master variant in Meridian, Miss., if it wins the U.S. Air Force's T-X competition.
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Avionics

Columbia Avionics Certifies ADS-B OUT for 560XL

These Columbia Avionics STCs bring ADS-B OUT solutions to a variety of Citation models.
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Bombardier To Lay Off 7,500 More Workers

Some reductions will be offset by "strategic" hiring in programs such as the CSeries and Global 7000.