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FBOs

Ground Handling Training Moves into the VR Realm

Lithuania-bases Baltic Ground Services Group plans to release a full curriculum of virtual reality training modules by the end of the year.
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Regulations and Government

Proposal Would Permit SST Flight Testing over U.S.

Proposal would pave the way for testing and development of a supersonic aircraft.
Avionics

Garmin Mainstreams G3X Touch in Part 23 Airplanes

FAA certification of Garmin's G3X Touch displays means that owners of older aircraft have lower-cost options for big safety improvements.
Regulations and Government

Senator Suggests Implementing TFRs for Concerts

Sen. Maria Cantwell is concerned that TFRs are imposed over sporting events but not over other major events, such as concerts.
Airlines

Jazeera Airways Eyes Big Opportunities in Mideast and Beyond

With another three airplanes joining the fleet this year, Jazeera projects a 25 percent increase in passenger traffic in 2019.
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Aircraft

Textron Aviation Marks Milestone 300th CJ4 Delivery

The single-pilot, nine-passenger Cessna Citation CJ4 was first delivered in 2010.
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Aircraft

Delays Lengthen for 737 Max Return to Service

A new issue found during simulator testing will required further work to update the 737 Max's flight control software.
Aircraft

Pilatus PC-24 Gets Transport Canada Nod

Pilatus Aircraft has received Transport Canada certification for its PC-24 light jet, said Canadian distributor Levaero Aviation.
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Aircraft

Antonov Lands Domestic Order for An-178

Thirteen aircraft are being ordered, and Antonov hopes the deal will inspire confidence in the design from other potential customers
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Charter & Fractional

Vista Global Blends XOJet, JetSmarter into XO

The new company will provide a digital platform for ease of use.
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Aircraft

MGR Looks To Double Wichita Engineering Workforce

The division of Montreal-based MSB Global Ressources looks to add 30 more aerospace engineers by end of summer.
Charter & Fractional

Gama Aviation Signature Teams Up with Windsor Jet

The alliance will extend Gama's reach in the heavy jet segment while providing Windsor with access to resources, expertise, and experience.
Rotorcraft

NTSB: Non-IFR Rated NYC Helicopter Crash Pilot Was Lost

The pilot of the AW109E that crashed atop a New York high-rise reported he was lost, flew erratically in low visibility
Avionics

FAA Issues STC with More Options for Part 25 ADS-B

A new FreeFlight Systems STC offers ADS-B compliance for MST 67A-equipped Part 25 jets.
Regulations and Government

FAA Administrator Nominee Dickson Defends Disclosures

Dickson said he did not disclose a whistleblower complaint because he was named a party to it and said actions of Delta were appropriate at the time.
Regulations and Government

NATA's Dempsey Calls For Grassroots Outreach in Keynote

NATA president Gary Dempsey was the keynote speaker at Wichita Aero Club luncheon yesterday.
Maintenance and Modifications

Garmin Adds Turbine Engine Monitoring on TXi Displays

EIS capability on Garmin's TXi displays is now available for PT6A-powered single-engine turboprops.
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Ontic partners with HC Pacific on 777 wiring

Inventory management and logistics agreement covers Ontic's Boeing 777 fuel measurement system wiring harness products.
Aircraft

UK F-35s Conduct First Operational Sorties

No weapons are believed to have been dropped, but the RAF's F-35s have now joined those of Israel and the U.S. on combat duty.
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Russia to Modernize Moscow Missile Defense

To be ready in 2022, the city's new defenses will rely on conventionally armed interceptors in place of the Cold War-era nuclear missiles
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Rotorcraft

Boeing Partners With Kitty Hawk On UAM

Boeing is partnering with Kitty Hawk, builder of the Cora eVTOL air taxi, on urban air mobility solutions
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Airports

Orange County Approves GA Restructuring at SNA

The unanimously accepted plan will reduce FBO acreage and put restrictions on where mid and large cabin private jets can park.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Aviation Orgs Urge FAA To Revamp Mx School Proposal

In joint comments, 14 groups asked the FAA to take a less prescriptive approach and adhere to Department of Education practices in Mx school standards.
Airlines

EVA Air Cabin Crew Strike Enters Seventh Day

Hundreds of flights cancelled by Taiwan airline as flight attendant strike cripples operations.
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Charter & Fractional

Jet Linx Extends Reach into Northeast with Boston Base

The Boston base is part of a growth strategy that includes additional bases throughout the U.S.
Safety

AINsight: Future of Aviation Safety and Tech

Technology is a significant player in ensuring the safe experience the traveling public demands.
Avionics

Global Aviation Technologies Expands with New Work

New defense work drives the Wichita-based company to expand to a second, 14,000-sq-ft building.
Aircraft

Tarom Renews Turboprop Fleet with Nine ATR 72-600s

The Romanian flag carrier will lease the new ATR turboprops from Nordic Aviation Capital.
Aircraft

Lee Aerospace's CoolView Windows PMA'd for Beechjet

The Wichita-based supplier has received parts manufacturing approval for applying Coolview to side cockpit windows of Beechjet variants.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Copperstate Turbine Engine Becomes TAE Aerospace

The Australian buyer is looking to make inroads into the U.S. MRO market.