Content Archive: January 2019
Rotorcraft
Helicopter Instructor Sal Disi Dies in Cart Start Accident
Disi was a long-time fixture in the Tampa area aviation community.
Maintenance and Modifications
TurbineAero Acquires More Triumph Work in Asia
Triumph Asia's APU piece part repair product line will bolster TurbineAero's in-house capabilities and turn-times, company officials say.
Aircraft
Embraer Bizjet Deliveries Slide in 2018
The 91 business jets delivered in 2018 was short of the 105-125 that the company had estimated for the year.
Maintenance and Modifications
Aerocor Offers Free Pickup, Delivery for Eclipse 500 Mx
Aerocor is providing the service through a partnership with Nevada-based Apex Aviation.
Regulations and Government
U.S. District Court Denies NATCA Restraining Order
The judge scheduled an expedited briefing for a preliminary injuction.
Airlines
UAE Rebuffs Open Skies Talks With the EU
The Gulf state sought full and immediate liberalization of fifth-freedom traffic rights.
Aircraft
Airbus Preparing for ‘Worst’ Brexit Outcome
As the European airframer breaks ground on an A220 plant in Alabama, anxiety about its supply of UK-made parts intensifies.
Aircraft
Airbus Breaks Ground on A220 Plant in U.S.
CEO Tom Enders led the celebration for the new plant in Mobile, Alabama.
Regulations and Government
EASA Proposal Aims to Enhance Runway Safety
Two proposals are aimed at mitigating risks to runway safety.
Rotorcraft
Activist Investor Threatens Bristow-Columbia Deal
Investor says proposed Bristow-Columbia deal is unfair to current shareholders.
