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Training and Workforce
Boeing Boosts Numbers in Aviation Crew Outlook
Airline growth will drive significant demand for pilots, technicians, and cabin crew
Rotorcraft
Skyryse Simulator Demonstrates Future of Flight Control
Making aircraft easier to fly within their envelopes could bring massive safety benefits
Avionics
ForeFlight Discover Tab Opens Paths to Aviation Events
A variety of new features are available for users of the mobile app
Training and Workforce
Two CFIs To Be Flight Instructor Hall of Fame Inductees
The honors go to Doug Stewart and Tim Tucker for their dedication to aviation education
Avionics
Garmin Pavilion Hosts Training and Product Promotions
A number of customer aircraft equipped with Garmin avionics will be on display
Training and Workforce
The Pink Jet Arrives for EAA AirVenture Debut
Plans call for a fleet of pink jets to fly at airshows and events
Airports
SocialFlight Guides Pilots on Destination Adventures
The free service is available on the web and a mobile app
Safety
LifeFlight Australia Patients Helped Climbs 11.2%
The not-for-profit company operates 11 helicopters and four jets
Avionics
AeroMech Adding Starlink STCs for Citation 560XL Series
Certification programs are also underway for other Cessna Citation models as well as the Cessna SkyCourier
Airports
Singapore Buys Another Acoustic Bird-prevention System
The system uses intense direction calls and predator calls to prevent bird strikes
Avionics
Butler National Updates Learjet Standby Instruments
The upgrade will be available to avionics shops for installation in customer Learjets
Maintenance and Modifications
Dassault Signs Up for TrustFlight's Centrik 5 Software
The French manufacturer's MRO business will use the software to improve efficiency
Rotorcraft
PHI Takes Delivery of First Airbus H160 in U.S.
After proving runs, PHI will start commercial operations with the H160
Rotorcraft
Aero Asset: Preowned Helo Sales Improving
Good news comes after three semesters of declining sales
Cabin Interior and Electronics
SmartSky Lite Approved for King Air B200 through 360
Approval adds thousands of airplanes to the STC approval list
Rotorcraft
Skyryse Bringing Single-control R66 to AirVenture
Flying the fly-by-wire helicopter is much simpler than with traditional controls
Avionics
FAA SAFO Targets Incorrect uAvionix ADS-B Installations
Pairing with a Mode S transponder is causing ADS-B problems
Maintenance and Modifications
Jets MRO Improves Service by Minimizing Tech Turnover
The Dallas-based maintenance shop has become a desirable workplace
Airports
First Situational Awareness Systems Delivered in U.S.
The system captures ADS-B signals from aircraft and ground vehicles
Rotorcraft
Hawaii AC Set To Further Constrain Air Tour Operations
Operators doubtful that new requirements will improve safety
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Airborne Communications Are Coming Down to Earth
More options may eventually lead to lower prices
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Gogo Over-the-air Updates Exceed the 1,000 Mark
Remote updates can reduce upgrade times for the satellite communications system
Rotorcraft
Leonardo Appoints Tokyo Distributor for AW09 Helo
Aero Facility will be responsible for AW09 commercial applications in Japan
Training and Workforce
RateMyCRM Puts Pilots in the Feedback Loop
The software's creator was surprised to learn his leadership skills needed work
Training and Workforce
Dassault Pioneer Jean-François Georges Dies at 83
Georges was passionate about aviation, mountains, and music
Rotorcraft
Explosive Helicopter Stunt Leads To YouTuber’s Arrest
Pilot who flew the helicopter for the filming had his license revoked by the FAA
Accidents
Aspen Takeoff Overrun Followed Instantaneous Wind Call
The NTSB final report was inconclusive about why the jet was unable to rotate
Rotorcraft
Airbus Delivers 1st ACH160 Helicopter in North America
Chartright Air Group will start flying charters in the ACH160 in the third quarter
Avionics
Textron Aviation Preparing for 25-hour CVR Rules
The Longitude, Latitude, Ascend, and CJ4 Gen 2 will be equipped with Kapture recorders
Rotorcraft
Hoper Launches Aegean Islands Helicopter Service
The move signals that there is a market for regional mobility that helicopters can serve
