Content Archive: June 2019

Airports

Santa Monica To Begin Destruction of Excess Runway

The move would ensure the runway at SMO permanently remains at 3,500 feet and is a step toward permanent closure of the airport in 2028.
Airlines

South African Airways CEO Jarana Resigns

The embattled chief executive expresses frustration over the SAA’s board failure to meet his conditions of employment.
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Charter & Fractional

FAA Clarifies Check Pilot Medical Requirements

FAA has issued an NPRM to clarify that medical certificates are not required for check pilots and instructors at commercial operations.
Airlines

Avianca Brasil In Limbo as Regulator Suspends Operations

A once 53-strong fleet has shrunk to six at Brazil’s fourth largest airline over the course of five months.

SmartFly Launches Aggregated Bizav Buying Program

SmartFly aims to save business aviation operators money via its aggregated buying power.
Aircraft

Embraer Moving Bizjet Production to Gavião Peixoto

With Boeing Brasil Commercial taking over facilities in São José dos Campos, production of Embraer’s midsize bizjet production will move to Gavião Peixoto.
Safety

Astronautics Secures TSOA for New Drop-In EFI

The Astronautics RoadRunner electronic flight instrument can enable LPV approaches in legacy aircraft.
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Aircraft

Longview Capital Resurrects De Havilland Canada Moniker

The new owner of the Dash 8 program names former Q400 boss Todd Young to lead the business.
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Bombardier’s Nuage Chaise is a Credenza, Bench, and Chaise Lounge in One

Bombardier’s Nuage Chaise is a Credenza, Bench, and Chaise Lounge in One
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Airlines

IATA Downgrades Airlines’ Net Profit Outlook for 2019

The industry association blames rising costs and trade tensions for the likely fall in airline profitability.