Content Archive: May 2020

Staying connected today is the key to outpacing your competition tomorrow.

Viasat’s Ku Advanced business jet connectivity solution keeps your passengers and flight crews globally connected.
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Regulations and Government

U.S. Senators Propose Aviation Manufacturer Payroll Help

Sens. Moran and Warner offered a bill that would have the government cover a portion of salaries for manufacturing workers at risk for furlough or layoff.
Airlines

EASA Readies Rollout of Covid Health Safety Protocol

The EU aviation safety authority will recommend face coverings for crew and passengers, reduced catering, and crew-dedicated lavatories.
Aircraft

After Record 2019, Pilatus Ponders Covid-19 Future

In its just-released annual report, Swiss airframer Pilatus noted a very good 2019, but warns of possible Covid-19-related headwinds through 2020.
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Airlines

Travel Restrictions Raise Fear of More Painful Airline Recovery

U.S. travel ban presents a particularly high barrier to international travel.
Aircraft

Boeing Lands Major Missile Contracts

The $3.1 billion award to Boeing covers the Harpoon anti-ship weapon and the SLAM ER long-range cruise missile for air-to-ground use.
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Aircraft

Daher Names Kodiak Reps in Indonesia, India Region

PT Auvia Gaya Perkasa will sell the Daher Kodiak utility turboprop single in Indonesia, while JetHQ will cover sales in the Indian subcontinent.
Aircraft

JetNet Sees Used Business Aircraft Inventories Rise

Industry data provider JetNet has noted increases in used aircraft inventory in the private jet, turboprop and turbine helicopter markets.
Maintenance and Modifications

ACA Purification System Installed On First Falcon 900

Western Aircraft says Covid-19 has raised interest in ACA Component, which uses bipolar ionization to neutralize pathogens in an aircraft cabin.
Accidents

Vortex Ring State Likely Preceded Fatal Bell 407 Crash

The NTSB has issued its final report on the fatal 2017 crash of a Virginia State Police (VSP) Bell 407.