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Maintenance and Modifications

GAT Wins $32M Contract To Upgrade USAF Learjets

The C-21A jets, which are the military version of Learjet 35As, will receive ADS-B Out, FANS 1/A, and electronic flight information systems from GAT.
Regulations and Government

DHS Flags Chinese Drones as Security Risk

Data gleaned from DJI systems could be used by the Chinese government to conduct physical or cyber attacks against the U.S., the DHS said.
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Aircraft

Boom Lands Japan Air Lines as Major Investor, Customer

Deal could see airline order up to 20 supersonic airliners
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Aircraft

Millennials Changing the Face of Business Aviation

Generation is causing a new ecosystem to take shape—“business aviation as a service”—said Embraer Executive Jets president and CEO Michael Amalfitano.
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DTN Enhances AviationSentry Weather Forecasting Tool

The additions will benefit helicopter operators, filling in gaps between weather observation stations with flight-category specific content.
Avionics

One of Every Seven ADS-B Out Installs Problematic

While some of these are due to improper hardware installations, many are caused by incorrect configuration by avionics technicians.

Canada's Hall of Fame Selects New Slate of Members

The inductees have played instrumental roles in pilot advocacy, air medical services, armed forces, manufacturing and technology.
Security

Satcom Direct Launches Bizav Cyber Security Course

Course help users understand security compliance considerations, social engineering, malware and other data-security-related concepts.
Airlines

Kenya Airways Stung by More Labor Strife

Airline fires striking mechanics as Middle East airlines continue to poach talent
Safety

Accidents: December 2017

Preliminary and final reports
Aircraft

Fly Aboard the World’s First Boeing 787 BBJ 'Dream Jet' for $70,000 Per Hour

Fly Aboard the World’s First Boeing 787 BBJ 'Dream Jet' for $70,000 Per Hour
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Maintenance and Modifications

Leidos Selects AMES as Supplier for U.S. Army Program

AMES will have its manufacturing division produce components to support an aircraft program for the United States Army.
Maintenance and Modifications

Aero Baires Joins Embraer Executive Jets Service Network

Embraer has selected Aero Baires as its first authorized service center for its executive jets department in Argentina.
Aircraft

'Lost Decade' for Light and Midsize Bizjets Nears End: Citi Analyst

The light and midsize jet markets have now “found a floor” since deliveries exceeded long-term trends in the 2000s.
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Tamarack Winglet Data Gets International Nods

The new aircraft flight manual supplement covers max weight increases, improved climb gradients, fatigue lie and maintenance, among other areas.
Avionics

40% of U.S. Business Aircraft Fleet Won't Meet ADS-B Out Deadline

“Looking to install ADS-B Out next year is too late,” warned Duncan Aviation president Aaron Hilkeman.
Airlines

Air Astana Sees Rebound Tied to Kazakhstan’s Recovery

Expansion plans include more service into India
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Avionics

FltPlan Go App Adds Flight Plan Creation

The latest version of FltPlan Go for iOS allows pilots to create or modify flight plans.
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FBOs

Avfuel Adds Shannon Location to Network

Westair, one of four service providers at Ireland's Shannon International Airport marks the fuel provider's first entry into the gateway to the U.S.
Regulations and Government

Proposed Caps on Vets Training Benefits Draws Fire

Eight associations asked lawmakers to strip caps out of a bill that is designed to improve the use veterans' assistance for flight training.
Training and Workforce

FlightSafety Launches New P&WC PT6A Pilot Course

One-day course will provide pilots with info on turboprop engine's normal and abnormal operation, operational procedures and recommendations.
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Avionics

FAA, EASA Approve New Garmin G5 Capabilities

Aircraft owners can replace attitude indicators and directional gyros/HSIs with Garmin's G5 electronic flight instrument.
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Aircraft

Russia To Revive Tu-160 Bomber Production

An upgraded prototype has been rolled out, and is expected to carry precision-guided weapons and hypersonic missiles.
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People In Aviation: December 2017

Brian Barents becomes executive chairman of Aerion, Dave Edwards is the first CEO of BACA-the Air Charter Association and Matthew Hutchison is Aurora COO.
Aircraft

DHL Takes Delivery of First A330-300P2F

Midsize freighter to serve carrier’s Asia-Pacific network
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Aircraft

Qatar Seeks New Friends, and Maybe Denel

As tension between the Gulf state and its neighbours continues, Qatar says it has discussed buying into the South African arms company.
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Aircraft

Philippines Chooses the Super Tucano

The Embraer turboprop will replace ageing OV-10 Broncos in the close air support role.
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Charter & Fractional

Torqued: Appropriate Gov't Charter versus Abuse

In appropriate circumstances charter is a resource to get the government’s work done effectively and efficiently.
Safety

UK Report: Drone Proximity Incidents Double

The number of encounters involving general aviation aircraft increased to 86 percent.
Safety

FAA Urges Small Drone Pilots To Wear Vests

The move comes as the FAA attempts to cut down on the number of nuisance reports and general concerns tied to sUAS flying.