Content Archive: June 2018

Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Remotely Piloted NASA Aircraft Makes Unescorted Flight

Flies In Public Airspace Without Chase Plane
Aircraft

Aerion Nearing Milestones on Supersonic AS2

Engine configuration and analysis should be complete in the next couple of months, the company says.
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Mixed Forecast Over Asia-Pacific Bizjet Markets

Some countries promise growth, while others face challenges.
Rotorcraft

Cali Fire Helos Test Remotely Activated Snorkel Sites

Technology Promises To Reduce Refill Times
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Skyward: Corporate Drone Use To Double

Double-Digit Market Penetration Forecasted By The End of 2018
Maintenance and Modifications

Sikorsky Ramps Up Brazilian Product Support

A major expansion of its forward stocking location, and the introduction of in-country rotor blade repair for the S-92 will drive increased availability.

FAA Continues To Support Compliance Philosophy

At the NATA Conference in D.C., Ali Bahrami addressed criticism of the organizations Compliance Philosophy of voluntarily reporting safety issues.
Regulations and Government

Industry Leaders Pushing for Hill Action on FAA Bill

While ATC has been taken off the table, NATA president Marty Hiller expressed doubt that "we'll ever actually kill that dragon."
Engines

P&W Outlines New Plan for F-35 Engine Upgrades

The company’s Growth Option 2.0 program now focuses on near-term upgrades rather than long-term development of an all-new engine.
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FBOs

Nebraska FBO Debuts New Hangar

With the 30,000 sq ft structure completed, Lincoln's Silverhawk Aviation now offers 75,000 sq ft of interior storage along with 150,000 sq ft ramp.
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