Content Archive: April 2018
Rotorcraft
Coptersafety Upgrades To Helionix Step 2
Coptersafety is the first to offer update for H145 simulator.
Avionics
Elbit Completes Purchase of Universal Avionics
Elbit Systems said it paid approximately $120 million for Universal Avionics Systems.
Engines
StandardAero, R-R Sign 20-year Engine MRO Agreement
StandardAero will provide maintenance and overhaul services for the AE 2100, AE 1107, and T56 Series IV engine models through 2038.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
AirSatOne Adds HTTPS Web Filtering
The new service allows AirSatOne customers better control of internet access security.
Airlines
Indian Budget Carriers Hold Long-haul Aspirations
SpiceJet, IndiGo considering widebody orders
Aircraft
Piper’s M-Class Gets Upgrades, New Options
Garmin G1000 NXi is now certified on both the Piper M500 turboprop single and M350 pressurized piston single.
Avionics
Avionica, L2 Secure AML-STC for MiniQAR Installs
The STC package is designed for Part 23 turboprops and light jets.
Triumph, Gulfstream Agree on Shift in G650 Work
Triumph says the move, which includes consolidating G650 wing work to Gulfstream's plant in Savannah, will improve its bottom line.
FBOs
Jet Aviation To Buy Hawker Pacific
The blockbuster, $250 million deal, includes the company's FBOs, MROs and other services in Asia and the Middle East
Maintenance and Modifications
Winglet Technology Gets STC for Sovereign Weight Boost
The FAA STC nod permits a 475-pound increase in the Sovereign’s MTOW and a 200-lb increase in MZFW.
