Content Archive: October 2023

Engines

GE Honda Aero Continues Neat SAF Tests

This second test was conducted in Japan
GE Honda Aero Engines HF120
Training and Workforce

AINsight: NBAA-BACE . . . It's About People

NBAA-BACE 2023 focused on fostering talent
NBAA-BACE 2023 panel hosted by Sheryl Barden (Photo: API)
Avionics

FreeFlight’s 5G-Tolerant Radar Altimeter Gains TSO Certification

The RA-4500 MK II resists 5G interference
Freeflight RA-5500 Terrain Series Radar Altimeter
Maintenance and Modifications

Air Charter Operator Solairus Signs Up for Portside Fleet Support Software

Portside will provide Avianis fleet support software to Solairus
network
Aircraft

Wipaire Develops Composite Floats for Twin Otter

The new float is considerably lighter than the current all-metal unit
WIPLINE 13000 FLOATS
Airports

Sky Harbour Group To Develop 25 Acres on Chicago Executive Airport

Project expected to generate $550 million in economic benefit for the area
Chicago Executive Airport Palwauke Municipal Airport
Rotorcraft

Wisk Plans To Fly Gen 6 eVTOL Prototype Next Year

Wisk is displaying a mockup of its Gen 6 air taxi at NBAA-BACE
Wisk at NBAA-BACE 2023
Environment

Dassault Introduces FalconWays Fuel Savings App

The FalconWays app can help pilots plot the most optimum routes for lowering fuel burn
Dassault Aviation's FalconWays mobile app
Finance, Taxes, Insurance

UAS International Trip Support Adds Customs, Tax Services

UAS is a member of CBP's after-hours services program
UAS trip support office
Training and Workforce

CAE Launches Latest Iteration of Master Technician Program

The program addresses a need for 74,000 bizav mechanics over 10 years
generic maintenance photo