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ATC
Collins Showcases Vision for Common ATC Platform
AutoTrac part of an array of technologies under development at RTX subsidiary Collins
Rotorcraft
Airbus Launches Mercedes-edition ACH145 Helicopter
Cabin takes its cue from the Mercedes-Benz G-Class off-road vehicle
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Ricci Views Private Equity Capital as Industry Problem
The industry leader spoke at NBAA’s Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference this week
Airports
Mesa City Council Approves Falcon Field Landing Fees
Some believe new fees are motivated by noise complaints
Safety
Bolen Touts Safety, New ATC System at SDC
This year’s show is the largest in its 37-year history
Regulations and Government
House Approves Bill To Pave Way for Supersonic Ops
Supersonic bill was among series of aviation measures the House approved
Operations
FAA Revises GPS/GNSS Interference, Spoofing Guidance
NBAA encourages members to read guidance, saying it was heavily revised
FBOs
X-1 Expands with Acquisitions and Strategic Partnership
The company is transitioning into aviation real estate and infrastructure management
Operations
UAS Launches GTMx Mobile-first Trip Planning Platform
Trip support group says GTMx will eliminate inefficient communications to save time
Sustainability and Environment
Singapore Delays SAF Levy Due to Jet-A Price Spike
Passenger levy had been due to start for flights booked from April 1
Airports
Skylark Brings AI FOD Detection to Airports
Fixed system detects foreign object debris without vehicle patrols
Rotorcraft
Robinson Unmanned Envisions Collaboration between Uncrewed Helicopters and Drones
Unmanned helicopters and drones can help with a variety of missions.
Aircraft
Aura Aero Targets Defense Sector As Civil Aircraft Progress
‘New Aura M’ business unit supports dual-role development of regional aircraft
Avionics
Microair Integrates Pitot Probe with Air Data Computer
T4000 bundles multiple sensors into a single heated unit
FBOs
Air Elite Network Expands in Southeast U.S. and Asia
The World Fuel-sponsored FBO group numbers more than 90 locations globally
Regulations and Government
IBAC’s Partner Program Welcomes First Mexico Member
Manny has been an IS-BAH participant for a decade
Training and Workforce
AI Deployment Aims To Maximize Flight Training Debriefs
Navi AI is now working with leading U.S. flight training organizations
FBOs
Mississippi Airport Now Offers Full U.S. Customs Service
New Southern Sky Aviation facility enhances international travel at KPQL
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Aero Mech Adds Hawker Jets to Starlink STC List
Company plans approval for PC-12 and PC-24 later this year
Avionics
Emergency Battery Power Supplies Are True Blue’s Newest
Units equipped with no-memory-effect nickel-metal hydride batteries
Avionics
Avionics Industry Optimistic as AEA Opens Convention
Dealers and manufacturers share information at the annual confab
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
U.S. Army Receives First Optionally Piloted Black Hawk
UH-60MX serves as testbed for Army’s ‘SAFE’ autonomy program
Aircraft
NASA Second X-59 Flight Cut Short from Warning Light
On its second flight, supersonic demonstrator flew for 9 minutes
Sustainability and Environment
4Air To Support NBAA Sustainability Accreditation
Program evaluates flight departments on environmental responsibility efforts
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Alto Unveils New-gen Touchscreen Cadence Panels
Available in 3.5- and 4.3-inch sizes for cabin applications or 10.1-inch for galley
Aircraft
Diamond Unveils DA62 Special Missions Upgrade Plans
Plans included improved aerodynamics and more sensors
Maintenance and Modifications
Av8 Buys More Phenom 300 Landing Gear and Parts
Component specialist helps operators with schedule certainty
Aircraft
Valo eVTOL Moves Closer to Service as Vertical and Bristow Collaborate
Updated Valo model features design changes from the VX4 prototype.
