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U.S. Bizav Flying Starts To Turn the Corner

Business aircraft flight activity in the U.S., Canada, and the Caribbean is now on the upswing, passing a Covid-19-induced bottom in April.
Airlines

UK Imposes Quarantine on Most Arrivals from June 8

Airline group says UK's mandatory 14-day quarantine rule will suppress almost all travel in and out of the country, effectively grounding UK airlines.
Aircraft

IADA Webinar: Preowned Bizjet Deals Still Getting Done

The International Aircraft Dealers Association reviewed the preowned business jet industry's activity in a recent webinar.
Rotorcraft

K-Max Operators Awarded Key Firefighting Contracts

Forty percent of all Type 1, large helicopters exclusive use USFS firefighting contracts awarded to Kaman K-Max operators.
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AINsight: Navigating Through Covid's 'Economic Shockwaves'

The Covid-19 pandemic is clearly having far-reaching impacts on the aerospace and aviation sector.
Accidents

PIA Airbus A320 Crashes in Karachi

Authorities fear few survivors of PIA Flight PK8303.
Safety

Opinion: Autonomous Genav Flight Not Far Away

Does Garmin's Autoland system mean that fully autonomous general aviation flying is next?
FutureFlight

Ampaire, Ikhana Team on Electrified Twin Otter Plan

Two innovative companies have joined forces in a NASA-funded project to create a hybrid electric Twin Otter variant
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FutureFlight

Archer Launches eVTOL into Crowded Marketplace

The backing for the startup from a leading technology entrepreneur has provided a boost for the eVTOL sector at a time of concern over investment rates.
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Aircraft

Talon Air Adds Pair of Gulfstreams to Managed Fleet

The addition of a Gulfstream G550 and Gulfstream GV bring Talon Air's heavy jet total to 13.
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Airlines

Confusion Reigns as India Readies To Open Domestic Skies

Differences in federal and state laws have raised questions about health protocols required of Indian airlines.
Training and Workforce

ERAU Sets Stage for June 30 Return of Classes

ERAU has already resumed flight operations and is instituting a series of precautions for the return of face-to-face instruction on June 30.
Avionics

Universal Avionics To Close Wichita Operation

Universal Avionics' Wichita repair facility and office was established more than 37 years ago.
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Foley: Demand for Large-cabin Bizjets Dampening

Brian Foley cites turbulent markets and geopolitical uncertainties for the waning of large-jet demand.
Regulations and Government

EASA Issues Covid-19 Operating Guidelines

EASA, in coordination with the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control issued guidelines for aviation safety and hygiene in the Covid-19 era.
Maintenance and Modifications

Bluetail Launches Business Aircraft Record Digitization Platform

Bluetail's new service is aimed at helping business aircraft owners and operators manage records efficiently.
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Charter & Fractional

MemberJets Unveils Per-seat Charter Booking Platform

MemberJets "SEATS" platform is designed to help Part 135 operators leverage the per-seat model under Part 380.

Covid Putting Charter Ops Under New Level of Scrutiny

The chief concern for prospective charter clients is now how an operator handles health and sanitization measures, executives said during an NATA webinar.
Aircraft

Textron Awarded Contract for Pair of King Air 350CERs

Customs and Border Protection will use the two Textron Aviation Beechcraft King Air 350CERs for ground and maritime patrols.
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Airlines

Airline Industry Applauds New EASA Health Guidelines

IATA says that the EASA guidelines align with its call for a “layered approach” to developing health protocols.
Aircraft

Archer Launches eVTOL into Crowded Marketplace

The backing for the startup from a leading technology entrepreneur has provided a boost for the eVTOL sector at a time of concern over investment rates.
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Charter & Fractional

Private Charter Industry Faces a Wild Ride in the Covid-19 Market

Private Charter Industry Faces a Wild Ride in the Covid-19 Market
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Charter & Fractional

Charter Operators Facing 'Race to Bottom' on Pricing

Industry leaders speaking durig an NATA webinar overview the price wars ongoing for charter trips and the new customers that the industry is seeing.
Charter & Fractional

PuppySpot Turns To Private Aviation for Puppy Transport

When PuppySpot found itself impacted by the COVID-19 airline slowdown, it turned to private aviation to deliver baby hounds to their new homes
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Safety

ADS-B Data Tapped for Turbulence Tips

Researchers are devising ways to tap ADS-B information to refine turbulence-detection algorithms.
Regulations and Government

NATA Seeks Extension on Air Carrier Training Relief

NATA is asking FAA to extend training and qualification deadline and emergency procedure training relief until the end of the year.
Airports

Massport Speeds Up Boston Logan Runway Project

Taking advantage of the Covid-19-induced lull in air traffic, Boston Logan International Airport will accellerate a runway rehabilliation program.
Regulations and Government

UK Bizjet Confiscated in Nigeria over Covid Violations

Nigerian officials have impounded a UK-based Legacy 600 and detained its crew for allegedly violating its travel restrictions.
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Aircraft

Air France-KLM Accelerates Airbus A380 Retirements

Group management had planned to retire the remainder of the Air France-branded A380s by the end of 2022.
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Avionics

Uniflight Global Adds Fixed-wing Avionics Offering

Uniflight Global has primarily specialized in helicopter MRO services since its founding.