Content Archive: November 2018

Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

FAA Processes More than 50,000 LAANC Drone Applications

The number of LAANC applications far exceeds FAA exceptions.
Rotorcraft

HAI Calls FAA Limits on ADS-B Rebates 'Unacceptable'

The association twice has been rebuffed in its attempt to convince the FAA to include rotorcraft in the ADS-B rebate program.

GAMA Membership Continues Expansion

The associate member category is attracting a range of startups and other companies engaged in hybrid, electric, or autonomous systems.
Safety

Early IS-BAO Participants Reach Milestones

The SMS-based voluntary program, launched in 2002, is now seeing its first 15-year participants.
Aircraft

Latest Standard Rafale Gains Clearance; First Indian Aircraft Flies

The latest F3-R standard of the Dassault Rafale with Meteor missile, Talios pod, and other enhancements has received clearance from the DGA.
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AsBAA Wraps Successful Safety Event in Manila

Industry sees a fruitful partnership ahead with government agencies.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Australia Selects Reaper for Armed RPAS Requirement

Following a competition with the IAI Heron TP, GA-ASI's Reaper has been chosen by Australia to answer its armed RPAS needs.
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Rotorcraft

AVIC Provides First Glimpse of Sino-Russian Heavy-lifter

At the recent Airshow China held at Zhuhai, AVIC shoewd off a model of the Advanced Heavy Lift helicopter it is developing, based on the mighty Mi-26
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Maintenance and Modifications

Duncan Resumes TDR-94/94D Transponder Mods

A software upgrade is available for Rockwell Collins TDR-94/94D transponders at Duncan Aviation facilities.
Charter & Fractional

Aircraft Management Industry Ripe for Consolidation

The challenge of finding good people, higher pilot salaries, and regulatory requirements will drive consolidation of aircraft management companies.