Content Archive: June 2023

Aircraft

First Bombardier Challenger 3500 Delivered to Europe

The first Bombardier Challenger 3500 destined for service in Europe has been accepted and delivered.
Challenger 3500 delivery ceremony in Montreal
Engines

U.S. Air Force Tests Light, Compact Electric Generators

Wright Electric has developed the 30 kW electric generators to supper the Air Force's need to have more agile and lean operations.
12 of Wright Electric's 30 kW generators can fit on a standard cargo pallet.
Aircraft

GKN Works On Hydrogen Propulsion With Embraer

As part of Embraer's Energia program to consider net zero carbon aircraft, GKN will provide expertise on hydrogen propulsion systems.
GKN's H2Gear program is aimed at developing hydrogen-electric fuel cell systems.

Search for Titan Sub Ends with Harding and All Aboard Lost

Aviation legend Hamish Harding lost as the U.S. Coast Guard announced the discovery of the Titan submersible wreckage on the ocean floor.
The late Action Aviation chair Hamish Harding
Regulations and Government

FAA Cutting Lengthy Backlogs for Registration, Certification

FAA officials at the NATA Air Charter Summit detailed how they are working to become more efficient and drastically reduce backlogs.
(From left) Shannetta Griffin, FAA associate administrator of airports; Jodi Baker, FAA deputy associate administrator for aviation safety; and Keith DeBerry, COO of NATA on stage during Air Charter Summit
Aircraft

Lockheed Martin's F-35A Defies Gravity at Paris Air Show 2023

Lockheed Martin's F-35A Defies Gravity at Paris Air Show 2023
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Engines

Safran and MTU Partner To Power Europe’s New Helicopter

Two of Europe’s engine giants are teaming to power the next generation of European helicopters.
MTU and Safran partnership
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Dassault Chooses Honeywell's Aspire Satcom for Falcons

Dassault has selected Honeywell's Aspire 350 satellite communications system for its family of Falcon business jets.
Dassault Falcon family in flight
Rotorcraft

NHIndustries NH90 Helicopter Flies at Paris Air Show 2023

NHIndustries NH90 Helicopter Flies at Paris Air Show 2023
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Regulations and Government

FAA Eases Part 25 Approval for High-elevation Airports

The FAA is easing Part 25 aircraft cabin-pressurization system and oxygen-dispensing equipment requirements for operation at high-elevation airports.
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