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Training and Workforce

FlightAware Live Traffic Feeds Microsoft’s New Sim

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 will include real-time live traffic from all over the world, provided by FlightAware.
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Charter & Fractional

KinectAir Prepares To Launch Charter, Frax Programs

Kinect Air says its AI-led platform will result in more efficient fleet utilisation for its planned per-seat charter and fractional ownership programs.
Maintenance and Modifications

Constant Aviation Extends Orlando Sanford Lease

Cleveland-based Constant Aviation operates from nearly 110,000 sq ft of hangars at Orlando Sanford International Airport.
Sustainability and Environment

ASTM Approves New Sustainable Jet Fuel Process

A new process that provides a renewable fuel component earlier in the fuel refining procedure has been approved by ASTM, the governing body on fuel safety.
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Rotorcraft

Congressmen Continue Push for Safer Helo Fuel Tanks

Two Colorado congressman are continuing push for mandatory crash resistant fuel systems (CRFS) in all helicopter air ambulances.

NASA, Lockheed Martin Progress Toward Supersonic Trials

Assembly of the X-59 Quiet SuperSonic Technology demonstrator is underway at Lockheed Martin's Skunk Works factory in Palmdale, California.
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Accidents

U.S. Bizav Fatal Accidents Plummet in First Half

Fatal accidents involving U.S.-registered turbine business aircraft plummeted in the first half, according to data compiled by AIN.
Airlines

Breeze Airways Delays Launch Until 2021

Underserved midsize cities will have to wait for launch of David Neeleman’s U.S. low-fare airline.

Bizav Uptick Doesn't Mean Orders Will Quickly Follow

The lasting effects of the Covid-19 pandemic on business jet travel won't be known for some time, analyst Brian Foley writes.
Airlines

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi to Launch Operations July 14

New low-cost carrier Air Arabia Abu Dhabi gets ready to start operations despite Covid-19 travel restrictions.
Avionics

Garmin GI 275 Displays Approved for Helicopters

Helicopter operators can now install Garmin's GI 275 electronic flight instruments.
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Regulations and Government

Counterfeit Kamov Helicopter Ring Busted

Moldovan police raided a factory in Cruileni allegedly making unauthorized copies of Russian Kamov-26 coaxial rotor utility helicopters.
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Airports

London Biggin Hill Airport Promotes Contactless Travel

The UK private aviation gateway is mitigating the risk of Covid-19 infection by minimizing contact and using protective equipment.
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Aircraft

EU Simplifies Temporary Admission Process for Aircraft

A change to the European Union's customs code acknowledges establish practice allowing flight plans to suffice for declaration of entry and departure.
Aircraft

Breathe Easier with Bombardier Pũr Air

Breathe Easier with Bombardier Pũr Air
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Regulations and Government

UK Eases Quarantine Rules for Some Countries

The delayed review of the UK's contentious quarantine policy eases requirements for 59 countries, but not for travelers from the U.S. and many others.

Australia to buy LRASM; Unveils Strategic Plan

The long-range anti-ship missile extends Australia’s maritime reach as strategic competition rises in the Indo-Pacific region.
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Aircraft

Stratos 716X Personal Jet Makes First Flight

The Stratos 716X single-engine, 4-6 seat personal jet made its first flight July 2 from the company’s plant in Redmond, Oregon .
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AINdebrief Episode 15 | July 3, 2020

NBAA Cancels NBAA-BACE, Boeing 737 Max Resumes Flight Testing, Global 7500 Gets Green Credentials, Farnborough Airshow Goes Virtual, OSHA Proposes Fine for
Safety

VistaJet Equips Fleet with Telemedicine

To further protect the safety of its crews and passengers, VistaJet is equipping its Global fleet with state-of-the-art telemedicine devices.
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Aircraft

ATR To Cut Regional Airliner Production by Half

A 50 percent reduction in airplane output by ATR this year will accompany the loss of 204 jobs.
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Global Bizav Flying Now 70% of Normal, Says WingX

Global business aircraft activity continued its post-Covid-19 recovery last month, with traffic down 30 percent from year-ago levels, said WingX Advance.
Charter & Fractional

Covid-19 Throttles Air Charter Expo 2020 Plans

The Air Charter Expo will return next year at London Biggin Hill Airport.
Regulations and Government

House Backs Airports, Alternative Fuels Funding

While the House infrastructure package is in doubt, several of the measures remain on the table for future legislation.
Aircraft

AINdebrief Episode 15 | July 3, 2020

NBAA Cancels BACE, 737 Max Resumes Flight Testing, Global 7500 Gets Green Papers, Farnborough Airshow Goes Virtual, OSHA Proposes Fine at Textron Aviation
Rotorcraft

Airbus H160 Gets EASA Nod

Airbus Helicopters’ medium twin H160 received EASA type certification approval on July 1.
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Safety

Insurer Recognizes Wyvern Safety Leader Program

Axa XL, the property and casualty and specialty risk division of insurance provider Axa, has recognized Wyvern’s Safety Leader Training Course.
Fuel

MySky To Add Enhanced Fuel Data

Private aviation spend management software provider MySky is partnering with S&P Global Platts to provide users with the latest fuel pricing data.
Avionics

Legacy Universal FMSs Face Obsolescence

Business jets equipped with legacy Universal Avionics FMSs will need upgrades due to parts obsolescence issues.
Aircraft

FAA and Boeing Complete 737 Max Certification Flights

Following three days of flight testing the 737 Max, the FAA must now evaluate data on changes to the airplane’s flight control system.
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