Content Archive: May 2017
Regulations and Government
Pilot Weighs Part 16 Complaint over LNA Jet Ban
Pilot hoping to hash out issue in meeting with Palm Beach and FAA officials.
Safety
Bizav Needs More Focus on High-altitude Stalls
A loss of control accident involving a Bombardier Challenger 604 at FL340 following a wake encounter with an A380 underscores the need.
Regulations and Government
Passage of FAA Funding Bill Draws Industry Praise
Lawmakers roll over language that expresses opposition to independent ATC
Regulations and Government
U.S. FAA Tasks Panel with Regulatory Review
The assignment is intended to carry out a mandate of a presidential executive order.
JSSI: Bizav Flying Logs Best First Quarter Since 2008
According to JSSI, flight hours in the first quarter increased 4.4 year-over-year.
AIN Blog: Musings on U.S. Bizav's Relationship with China
As we struggle with helping boost bizav in China, it might be worth noting that there was a time when the Chinese were grateful for U.S. intervention.
GA Manufacturers Expand Their Global Footprint
The number of general aviation manufacturers owned by non-U.S. investors is surprisingly large.
Training and Workforce
APS Expands Upset Training for Airbus Pilots
Aviation Performance Solutions now offers Airbus fly-by-wire upset prevention and recovery training for airline customers.
Maintenance and Modifications
West Star Adds Composite Expertise with DAS Buy
Dallas Aeronautical Services specializes in composite component repair for products from all the major private jet manufacturers.
FBOs
South Africa's NAC Opens New Lanseria FBO
The flagship faciliy is the latest for the 71-year old aviation services provider.
