Content Archive: May 2019

Long-time Broker and NARA Co-founder Johnny Gantt Dies

He helped found the formerly-known NARA in 1991 to pursue a code of ethics in the business of acquiring, selling, and trading aircraft.
Aircraft

Poland Seeks F-35As

Fifth-generation fighters are due to replace Poland's Soviet-era survivors
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Maintenance and Modifications

EASA Calls for AS350/EC130 Fuel System Mods

EASA is recommending, but not mandating, that operators of Airbus AS350/EC130 helicopters install crash-resistant fuel systems.
Airlines

Indian Airlines' Fortunes Turn following Jet Airways Failure

The subcontinent’s carriers benefit from the sudden opening of slots at Mumbai and Delhi.
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Rotorcraft

Skyports and Volocopter Building 'Volo-Port' in Singapore

Companies join forces to build first urban air mobility passenger terminal in Singapore
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Airlines

Garuda Lays Plans To Scale Back Operations

The Indonesian flag carrier will drop unprofitable routes and cut frequencies on those registering low load factors.
FBOs

Louisiana FBO Expands with Rival Purchase

BTR Jet at Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport will acquire Executive Aviation this summer, and embark on a major construction project.
Aircraft

C3 Aerospace Soon To Begin Its First A320 Freighter Conversion

C Cubed plans to induct its first A320 for freighter conversion in about a month, according to IBA Group.
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FBOs

After 49 Years, Dulles Aviation Calls It Quits

The long-time service provider at Manassas Regional Airport has closed its location in the face of looming competition and lease disagreements.
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Airlines

KLM Secures Large Uptake of Sustainable Aviation Fuel

The Dutch airline’s 10-year commitment is part of a new SAF production plant in the Netherlands.