Content Archive: April 2018
Charter & Fractional
New Flexjet Unit Seeks To Be Extension of Flight Departments
The division will provide consulting services and supplemental lift options to corporate flight departments that maintain and operate their own fleet.
FBOs
Jetex Debuts Rome FBO
Located in the airport's new general aviation terminal, the facility is the company's first in Italy.
Accidents
Sequence of Miscues Leads To G450 Nose Gear Collapse
The crew failed to remove landing gear safety pins before takeoff and then decided to remove them on a taxiway after returning to the departure airport.
Aircraft
Gulfstream’s Newest Twins Make ABACE Debut
This also marks the G500’s 19th stop on a world tour to showcase the airplane and its performance capabilities.
Charter & Fractional
Luxaviation, BAA Mark First Anniversary of Partnership
The two companies have seen benefits in economies of scale and closer operational fundamentals.
Engines
FAA To Lower ETOPS Limits on Some Rolls-powered 787s
Ruling follows EASA AD calling for more frequent inspections of Package C Trent 1000s
Luton Announces Summer Nighttime Noise Restrictions
The new nighttime noise restrictions start June 1 through September 30 and will take place every summer until further notice.
Boeing Business Jets Celebrates First BBJ Max Flyaway
A BBJ Max 8 departed Seattle's Boeing Field on Monday morning destined for Delaware.
Airports
Deer Jet Intros Four New Charter, Management Plans
China's leading bizjet operator has unveiled a partnership with Shuangliu government, and a charter tour for the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
Rotorcraft
Hands Off Helicopter Flying with the Genesys HeliSAS
Hands Off Helicopter Flying with the Genesys HeliSAS
