Content Archive: June 2021

Rotorcraft

UK’s Royal Air Force Orders More Chinook Helicopters

With its latest order the RAF becomes the first export customer for the Block II version of Boeing's Chinook helicopter.
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Aircraft

Blade, Eve Strike U.S. Urban Air Mobility Service Deal

UAM manufacturer Eve and transport provider Blade have struck a deal whereby Eve will provide Blade with eVTOL use starting in 2026.
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Cabin Interior and Electronics

Wireless Cabin Management System Introduced

The Cabin Management Solutions wireless Evolve cabin management and inflight entertainment system promises weight and cost savings.
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Aircraft

Gulfstream Further Lowers G700 Cabin Altitude

Lowered from the original target of 3,290 ft, the Gulfstream G700 cabin altitude change comes as the aircraft approaches service entry next year.
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Aircraft

Kremlin Committed to CR929 Despite Grim Market Prospects

Comac and UAC have shortlisted several suppliers for the CR929 widebody.
Accidents

Settlement Reached in Kobe Bryant Helicopter Crash

Operator, pilot's estate, settle with families in Kobe Bryant helicopter crash.
Maintenance and Modifications

Epic Selects Premier as Authorized Service Center

Premier Aircraft Services becomes Epic Aircraft's first authorized service center in the southeastern U.S.
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Regulations and Government

Senate Bill Calls for Ligado To Pay for GPS Harm

Inhofe, Duckworth, and Rounds all are seeking to ensure Ligado pays for costs of repairing any private GPS equipment harmed by use of its 5G network.
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Airlines

UK Air Travel Industry Leads Protests over Covid Restrictions

Airline and airport staff joined forces with their managements in a "travel day of action" protest, demanding changes to UK government Covid travel rules.
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Avionics

Blackhawk Expands into Avionics STCs with Acquisition

Blackhawk has acquired Columbia Avionics & Aircraft Services, a specialist in Cessna Citation avionics STCs.
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