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FAA Adopts AD on Tamarack Winglet Components

Directive mandates compliance with an April 2023 service bulletin
Tamarack
Avionics

Garmin G5000 Certified in Citation XLS+/XLS Gen2

Eligible fleet for this upgrade now exceeds 1,000 jets
Garmin G5000 upgrade for Citation XLS+ and XLS Gen2 business jets
Aircraft

Textron Aviation Gets FAA Nod for Manufacturing SMS Plan

Company has a voluntary reporting program for employees, suppliers, and customers
Cessna Citation Latitude and Longitude
Accidents

No Solid Clues Why Citation Didn’t Climb before Crash

Witness said the engines didn't sound normal on takeoff
Aircraft

U.S. Navy Enlists Textron’s King Air 260 Aircraft to Train Pilots For Multiple Military Roles

The T-54A version of the King Air turboprop has been specially equipped
U.S. Navy King Air T-54A Trainer
Accidents

NTSB Starts Probe of Citation II Fatal Accident in Texas

Witnesses said twinjet had trouble climbing before it hit a power line and crashed
Avionics

Hands On: Flying Garmin’s New HUD in the Longitude

About 25% of non-fleet Longitude buyers are opting for the new head-up display
Garmin’s GHD 2100 head-up display in Cessna Citation Longitude
Maintenance and Modifications

OEM Launches New MLG Repair Process for Citation Excels

Solution reduces downtime and costs
Cessna Citation Excel MRO
Aircraft

Versatile Cessna Caravan Embodies Aviation in Brazil

Turboprop single is a workhorse in Latin America
LABACE 2024 Azul
Charter & Fractional

Wheels Up Cuts Losses and Smoothes Operations in 2Q

Private flight provider says profitability can be achieved by the end of 2024
Delta Air Lines aircraft with a Wheels Up Citation business jet