Content Archive: January 2020

Pat Sheedy Takes Helm of Milestone Aviation

Sheedy succeeds Greg Conlon, who recently was promoted to president and CEO of Milestone parent GECAS.
Avionics

Collins Providing HUD VR Trainer for FAA Research

FAA will research pilot-HUD interface, pilot performance, and crew workload using Collins Aerospace's head-up display virtual-reality training device.
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Cabin Interior and Electronics

SmartSky Ups Funding, Delays Network Launch to 2Q20

In-flight connectivity service provider SmartSky Networks has received $25 million more in funding and delayed commercial network launch to mid-2020.
Airlines

Shell, World Energy to Partner on SAF for Lufthansa

The German flag carrier will fly three SAF-powered routes from San Francisco.
Aircraft

Airbus To Offer Electronically Dimmable Aircraft Windows

Gentex’s electronically dimmable windows now come as standard equipment on the Boeing 787 family and will be available on Airbuses.
Maintenance and Modifications

Duncan Looks To Future with Formalized Apprenticeships

The 24-month program offers apprentices a paying job and formalized training to receive their FAA certification.
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Aircraft

Falcon Deliveries Flat at Dassault; 6X Remains on Track

Dassault Aviation delivered 40 Falcon business jets last year, one fewer than in 2018, while it continues apace on the Falcon 6X program.

India Appoints Integrated Defense Chief

India’s three armed forces now come under the purview of a single Chief of the Defence Staff, whose aim is to streamline logistics and operational assets.
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Accidents

Boeing Recommends Sim Training Requirement for Max

The U.S. manufacturer cites its “unstinting commitment” to the Max’s safe return to service as it changes its position on simulator requirements.
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Eastern, Central Europe Seeing Bizav Fleet Growth

Aircraft broker Colibri Aircraft credits growing economies in Eastern and Central Europe for the jumps in in business aviation fleet numbers in the region.