Content Archive: March 2018

Aircraft

Fifth-generation Fighters Officially Move Into Next Phases

Both China's J-20 and Russia's Su-57 have reached significant milestones—at least officially—but the programs both face engine-development delays.
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Regulations and Government

BBGA Ups Ante as Brexit Looms

UK association plays central part in EBAA but has mainly focused recently on bolstering its relevance to the UK bizav sector.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

UAS Automated Flight Approval Expanding to 500 Airports

Part of FAA's larger register, ID, deconflict strategy
Aircraft

Lord Lands Major 737 Max Autothrottle Deal

Contract marks largest award in supplier’s 94-year history
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Safety

League of Extraordinary Mariners, Aviators Discuss Ditching

The "Joint Oceanic Search and Rescue Conference" brought together mariners and flight crew to discuss over-ocean emergencies.

AIA Stresses Fears about Job Losses, Costs of Tariffs

The association was disappointed that Trump signed the proclamation in the face of warnings about ramifications to the U.S. manufacturing industry.

NATA Board Stresses Need for Code of Ethics

The board formally issued a statement calling on GA businesses to adopt a code that focuses on safety, integrity, accountability, and respect.
Charter & Fractional

NetJets Steps Up Support of Corporate Angel Network

In addition to giving CAN access to ferry flights, NetJets will now match owner flight-hour donations up to 50 hours annually.
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Training and Workforce

Aviation Youth Outreach Orgs Team on Pilot Scholarships

Groups decided to work together to expand and diversify talent of aviation and science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) professionals.
Aircraft

Dassault Sees 'Timid Recovery' in Bizjet Market

Dassault logged net orders for 41 Falcons last year, compared to 33 in 2016.