Content Archive: December 2023

Accidents

Vortex Ring Drill Triggered Bell 429 In-flight Break-up

NTSB faults pilot, instructor in 2022 fatal accident
Aircraft

Bombardier Delivers First Challenger 3500 in Turkey

The super-midsize jet went to long-time customer and charter provider Arkasair
Regulations and Government

House Passes FAA Reauthorization Extension

Temporary funding delays the decision on five-year FAA reauthorization
Maintenance and Modifications

AeroTec Applies Matte Black Look to SCK Aviation G450

Painting an entire business jet matte black is a challenging job
Regulations and Government

Trevor Jacob Heading to Jail but Still Flying

FAA is reinstating his pilot certificate a year after it was revoked
Regulations and Government

NBAA Praises Advancement of Guillermet To Lead EASA

Formal appointment expected by EU Parliament in mid-February
Airlines

JSX Plans To Add 300+ Hybrid-electric Aircraft to Fleet

Operator currently flies 48 Embraer ERJ-145 regional jets
Environment

GE Now Counts 10 Engines Tested on 100% SAF

Engines power a range of commercial, military, and business aviation aircraft
Security

DaVinci Joins with Aviation Secure on New Security Coursework

New courses will provide a global reach for customer security training
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Duncan Certifies Gogo Avance L3 for Falcon 2000

The upgrade prepares aircraft for the phaseout of Gogo's legacy network