Content Archive: November 2018

Maintenance and Modifications

AINsight: Don't Judge a Shop by Its Size

Pre-buys are mission-critical, and both large and small shops can deliver.
Avionics

Garmin's Budget Autopilot Certified in Beech Singles

Garmin's GFC 500 autopilot is now available for Beechcraft Bonanza and Debonair models.
FBOs

Utah Airport Issues RFP for Second FBO

Looking to introduce competition and improve services for light GA customers, ski-destination Heber City is casting for an additional service provider.
FBOs

FAA: Norwood Airport Authority Violated Federal Law

Over the last decade, BEH has been attempting to establish an FBO at Norwood Memorial Airport but has been thwarted by the city and airport commission.
FBOs

Signature Acquires Virgin Islands Bases

The world's largest aviation service provider has struck a deal to buy the St. Thomas Jet Center and its Alliance Aviation affiliate.
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Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

UAVs for the Dutch Navy; Belgium Likely To Acquire SkyGuardian

Neighbors Belgium and the Netherlands are looking for UAVS, the latter seeking a shipborne rotary-wing UAS while Belgium is in the markwt for a MALE UAV
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Aircraft

Embraer’s 2018 Bizjet Deliveries To Meet Lower Estimate

To date, Embraer Executive Jets has handed over 55 aircraft, meaning it will have to deliver 50 aircraft in the fourth quarter.
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Safety

Torqued: How Ready Is Your Airport in the Event of an Emergency?

Pilots should make an effort to learn what plans are in place for emergency activities at the airports they visit frequently.