Content Archive: December 2020

Rotorcraft

Hill Helicopters To Offer HX50 as Kit

Hill Helicopters said its five-seat HX50 turbine single will initially be offered as an amateur-built aircraft in 2023 for $662,000.
Aircraft

Virgin Australia Restructures Max Order, Delays Deliveries

Now owned by Bain Capital of the U.S., Virgin Australia sets its sights on domestic and short-haul international flying with Max 10s.
Safety

Aspen Airport Introducing Covid Testing Requirements

Pitkin County, which encompasses popular ski resorts, has instituted a travel affidavit policy that all travelers must complete.
Aircraft

Challenger 350: Productivity is always in style

Challenger 350: Productivity is always in style
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Aircraft

Consultant Assesses Green Credentials of Aircraft

ConnectSkies is providing information and guidance to prospective buyers of private aircraft, helping them to assess their environmental performance.

Broker SkyService Sees Autumn Surge in Aircraft Sales

Skyservice Business Aviation sold seven light jets and turboprops in the past 12 weeks.
Safety

FAA Prepared To Move Quickly on Covid Vaccines

Pilots are concerned that Covid vaccines would effect medical status, but the FAA said it would evaluate use as soon as the vaccines gain authorization.
Airports

Fort Worth Alliance Airport Sees First International VVIP Flight

A Boeing 777-300ER modified by GDC Technics made an 8,000-mile nonstop delivery flight from Fort Worth Alliance Airport to India.
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Airlines

Cathay Pacific Provides Passengers with Free Covid Insurance

Passengers flying on Cathay Pacific starting Monday will automatically get Covid insurance covering testing and treatment outside their home countries.
Safety

Experts Explain Covid-19 Testing and Test Effectivity

Molecular tests are the most effective for detecting coronavirus, according to medical experts.
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