Content Archive: January 2019

ATC

NATCA Sues U.S. Government for Controllers' Pay

The union representing FAA air traffic controllers filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government for non-payment of wages due to the ongoing shutdown.
Airlines

Air France Sheds Joon Brand and Product, Flybe Finds Buyer

Flybe sells slots at Gatwick airport to Vueling ahead of its sale to a Virgin Atlantic-led consortium.
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Maintenance and Modifications

A new portal to hassle-free business jet maintenance quotes

A new portal to hassle-free business jet maintenance quotes
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Airlines

Bamboo Airways Set to Join Crowded Vietnam Airline Market

The Vietnamese startup carrier plans to establish 37 routes by the end of the year.
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Aviation Industry Rallies To Urge End of Shutdown

The schedule of speakers includes lawmakers on both sides of the aisle and a cross-section of the industry.
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Aircraft

Boeing Set To Deliver First KC-46 to Air Force

Boeing says it has four KC-46A Pegasus air refueling tanker/transports ready to deliver to McConnell Air Force Base, the first to receive them.
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U.S. Bizav Flying Ends 2018 on Weaker Footing

Business aviation activity in the U.S., Canada, and the Caribbean fell slightly in December, ending the year on a down note.
Airlines

Laptop Ban Lifted on All Flights to the UK

British authorities have removed restrictions on the remaining three gateways in Saudi Arabia and Lebanon.
ATC

Reduced Spacing Trial Coming to NAT This Spring

A trial of reduced separation standards in the North Atlantic Track is scheduled to start on or after March 28.
FBOs

Yingling Looks to MRO Growth while Investing in FBO

Yingling Aviation's MRO expansion adds 70,000 sq ft of facilities and, more importantly, an aircraft paint operation.
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