Latest from Mark Huber
FBOs
Higher Jet-A Fuel Prices Likely in Wake of Harvey
Probability of any kind of nationwide jet-A shortage is remote provided “people don't panic buy."
Rotorcraft
Virtual Reality Airbus H160 on Display with Helionix
The H160 is continuing its flight-test program.
Rotorcraft
Uber Plans uUban eVTOL Network
Such a network can reduce noise, congestion and emissions, says Uber.
Aircraft
New Gulfstreams March toward Certification
The new G500 is to complete certification testing this year, and G600 certification is planned for next year.
Rotorcraft
First of 100 Bell 407s Delivered to Shaanxi
Sealed in June, the 100-ship order is worth approximately $300 million and finalizes a framework agreement the company entered with Shaanxi in 2016.
Airports
Harvey Closes Texas Airports, Could Spike Jet-A Prices
The FAA also issued a strong warning to drone operators to keep their aircraft on the ground during rescue and recovery operations.
FBOs and Airports along Texas Coast Brace for Harvey
Thunderstorms, winds and heavy rain are expected with the storm in Austin, Dallas, Houston and San Antonio, as well as the Gulf of Mexico.
Aircraft
Gulfstream Continues To Make Progress on G500, G600
Through August 20, the five flight-test G500s have flown more than 3,460 hours over some 905 flights.
Rotorcraft
Russian Helicopters Mi-171A2 Gains Type Certificate
The rationale for developing the model was to improve its operating economics and make it more attractive to the export market.
Rotorcraft
Gulf Offshore Auction Could Lift Helo Operators
Major oil producers—including Chevron, Exxon Mobil, Shell, Total, BP, Murphy, Anadarko, and Statoil—bid $121.1 million for drilling rights.
Rotorcraft
More Medicare May Not Solve Air Ambulance Woes
Increasing rates could reduce the number of transports per helicopter, having the unintended consequence of further increasing prices.
Rotorcraft
Virginia Police Aviation Commander Killed in Crash
The crew was providing surveillance and tactical support for law enforcement during the Charlotteville protests.
Bristow, ERA To Keep Super Pumas Grounded
The companies will complete a safety case before returning the H225 to service.
Rotorcraft
Leonardo Banks On New Model Appeal in South America
Orders from military, parapublic and civil operators boost the company's confidence in the region.
Marenco Rolls Out Third Test Helicopter
A fourth will join the test fleet early next year.
Rotorcraft
New Tech Unveiled at ALEA
In addition to order announcements, the annual convention featured
Rotorcraft
Russia Unveils Coaxial Single
The VRT500 is intended to compete with the Bell 505 and Robinson R66.
Regulations and Government
House Bill Seeks To Increase Air Ambulance Funding
A study released earlier this year found that Medicare covered just 59 percent of the typical cost of air medical transport.
Maintenance and Modifications
A Maximum View for A-Star Pilots
Bubble door for the Airbus Helicopters H125/AS350 offers a significant increase in lateral visibility and pilot headroom when leaning to the right.
Rotorcraft
Safran Helicopter Engines Launches New Online Service
Web IETP offers instant access to the company’s maintenance manuals, troubleshooting books, spare parts and tools catalogs and Service Bulletins.
Rotorcraft
Thales EC135 Sim Gains Chinese Approval
Simulator will be used by Haite to provide initial, recurrent and mission-specific pilot training for EMS and commercial operators.
Aircraft
Mooney M10 Back On, Company Begins Acclaim Deliveries
The company sees a market for light M10 in China.
Maintenance and Modifications
Raisbeck Offering New Swept Prop for King Air 350
The company expects the carbon-fiber prop to improve overall aircraft performance by between 5 and 7 percent.
Electric Sun Flyer Plans Fall First Flight
The company holds deposits for its two-seat and planned four-seat models.
Aircraft
One Aviation's "Project Canada" Is Now Eclipse 700
The company believes it could be done with work on the aircraft in 18 to 24 months.
ATC
Pelton Blasts ATC Privatization
Without the votes, proponents are engaging in strong arm tactics to get them, alleges the EAA chairman.
Aircraft
Stratos 714 Arrives at Oshkosh
The company could offer a kit version of the aircraft before a certified version.
