Content Archive: June 2025

Maintenance and Modifications

Duncan Aviation Begins PW500 Overhauls in Nebraska

First engine will be tested in a test cell, then added to company’s rental pool
Duncan Aviation engine technician Teddy Tesfaye
Regulations and Government

FAA Nominee Bedford Calls for Focus First on ATC Upgrade

Commerce Committee questioned Bedford on safety, privatization, 1,500-hour rule, and spectrum
Republic Airways president Bryan Bedford
Maintenance and Modifications

Haven Aviation Adds Green Bay Facility to MRO Network

New base expands service to Upper Midwest-based customers
Haven MRO Green Bay, Wisconsin
Aircraft

Canadian Bizav Market Growing amid Emerging Uncertainties

U.S. tariffs and Canadian luxury tax bring challenges
Aircraft

Flying the Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop Aircraft over the Mountains of Colorado

Garmin avionics are on the way, but the Honeywell suite in the NGX is still excellent.
Pilatus PC-12 NGX turboprop aircraft at Steamboat Springs Airport
Regulations and Government

Paris Show To Open with Complex Geopolitical Backdrop

2,500 aerospace and defense exhibitors from 48 countries are booked for June 16 to 22 show
Paris Air Show 2023
Regulations and Government

AeroVanti CEO Indicted on Federal Fraud Charges

Government alleges misappropriation of funds
AeroVanti branded Piaggio Avanti P.180 in flight
Aircraft

Textron and Leonardo Pitch M-346 for U.S. Navy Requirement

The U.S. Navy’s T-45 replacement program may not require carrier-landing capability
Leonardo M-346 jet trainer
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Cabin Accessibility Can Drive Airline Passenger Growth

Engineers are innovating to improve wheelchair and lavatory access
Collins Prime wheelchair seating concept
Aircraft

Embraer Pushes to Expand Footprint in Indian Market

Company hopes New Delhi office will spark more growth in India
Embraer 145 airborne early warning aircraft