Content Archive: July 2022

Avionics

Metro's PAC installs Garmin G1000 NXi in Bell 407

PAC International recently upgraded a Michigan police Bell 407 with an Aeronautical Accessories/Garmin G1000 NXi retrofit kit.
Maintenance and Modifications

FAA Aviation Manual Requirements To Get Tech Update

The FAA is proposing to update flight operations and maintenance manual requirements to reflect industry use of electronic versions in various formats.
Rotorcraft

Metro Delivers Airbus EC145e Air Ambulance to Life Force

Metro Aviation kitted Airbus EC145e air ambulance will join Life Force Air Medical's fleet located in Cleveland, Tennessee.
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Regulations and Government

EASA Proposes Updates to CS-25 TC Regulations

EASA recently published a regular update notice of proposed amendment that presents changes to CS-25 large airplane type certification standards.

RTAG To Host Industry Recruiting Event

RTAG will host a recruitment convention for military service members, veterans, and civilians interested in pursuing careers in aviation.
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Textron Posts Strong 2Q but Sees Supply Constraints

Textron Aviation's turbine aircraft deliveries were up by six units in the second quarter but company chair warns of shipment slippages in second half.
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FBOs

Busy Virginia General Aviation Airport Gets Second FBO

Leesburg Executive Airport, located 35 miles from Washington, D.C., now has two FBOs with the opening of Kuhn Jet Center
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Airlines

Spirit Airlines Agrees To Merge with JetBlue

Hours after rejecting a merger agreement with Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines has accepted a sweetened offer from JetBlue.
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Training and Workforce

Blog: Are View-limiting Devices Necessary for IFR Training?

The FAA talks about view-limiting devices being used during instrument training but doesn't fully explain why they are necessary.
Rotorcraft

Bell Sells Two 505s To Florida Fish and Wildlife

Bell Helicopter has agreed to sell two 505 light singles to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
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