Sarah Rose (they/them) is a news writer and reporter for AIN. 
Prior to AIN, Sarah worked as a journalist for Georgia Public Broadcasting, Georgia&#039;s statewide NPR and PBS affiliate. They have also worked for several national nonprofits and as a legislative assistant in U.S. Congress. As an openly nonbinary reporter, they are a proud member of the Trans Journalists Association. 
Sarah is a 2012 graduate of Kennesaw State University.

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Sarah Rose

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada has secured an order for two package freighter conversion kits&nbsp;from Advantage Air Travel, supporting the Kenya operator’s continued investment in Dash 8-400 freighter operations. The kits are scheduled for delivery later next year.
“We are proud to continue our collaboration with Advantage Air as they expand their cargo operations from their home base at Wilson Airport in Nairobi,” said De Havilland Canada v-p of sales and marketing Ryan DeBrusk. “Their decision to invest in our package freighter product highlights the value of our dedicated cargo solutions and the growing demand for reliable, rugged aircraft in regional markets.”
Advantage Air CEO Mohammad Somow said the kits will “enhance our capacity to meet cargo demands with speed, reliability, and efficiency—leveraging the proven durability and performance of the Dash 8-400.”
The package freighter conversion kit&nbsp;permanently reconfigures Dash 8-400s from passenger layout to dedicated cargo operations. The modified aircraft includes nine cargo loading zones, eight radial spider nets, smoke detection systems, and an optional palletized cargo loading system.

News and issues about aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), covering all segments of the aviation industry; and modifications for aircraft and engines. Subjects include product support of aircraft, engines and avionics, MRO company mergers, acquisitions, announcements and personnel, Airworthiness Directives, Supplemental Type Certificate approvals and other topics.

De Havilland Canada Sells Freighter Kits to Advantage Air

Dash 8-400 cargo fleet expands

Advantage Air to convert two Dash 8-400s into full-time cargo aircraft using De Havilland Canada’s Package Freighter Conversion Kits.

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News about bills, laws, regulations and other governmental decisions affecting aviation and aerospace. Topics include FAA re-authorizations, taxes on fuel and aviation activities, environmental legislation, ICAO decisions, governmental mediation of labor conflicts and World Trade Organization disputes and decisions.

News and information on safety procedures and concerns.

News and issues relating to business, corporate and private aviation, primarily regarding turbine-engine-powered airplanes and helicopters. Subjects include aircraft, engines, maintenance, operations, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security, and training.

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News and issues concerning general aviation, specifically airplanes and helicopters powered by piston and alternative engines (i.e., non-turbine powered aircraft). Subjects include aircraft, engines, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security and training.

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GKN Aerospace Scales Additive Production

Large fleet operator earned approval for its ETL platform

Luxaviation Earns Bizav First with EASA Tech Log Nod

Kerry Lynch

News and issues relating to international air transport and cargo carriers, national airlines and regional airlines, including aircraft, engines, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security and training.

Upgrade option will nearly double time on wing

Pratt & Whitney Offers Hot Section Upgrade for GTF

Amy Wilder

System uses existing wiring for easier installation

PWI’s LED Cabin Lighting Cleared for Citation 650

Partners show the future of aerospace alloys

Constellium, Tarmac Recycle Aircraft Aluminum for Reuse

Charlotte Bailey

News and developments about airplanes, helicopters and unmanned air vehicles used in all varieties of operations, including airlines, military, business, commercial, general aviation and private.

News about commercial airlines, including regulations, aircraft orders, safety, acquisitions, and mergers.

Manufacturer has invested in new facility and more staff to improve aircraft-on-ground response

New Customer Care Center is Airbus's Mission Control

Matt Thurber

News and developments about aircraft engines, including turbofan, turboprop, turboshaft and piston.

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