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FalconEye Gets EASA, FAA OK for 2000S/LXS

Falcon 8X approval is expected to follow shortly.
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Jetcraft Sees Strengthening of U.S. Bizjet Market

In its second annual forecast, the broker notes the continuing malaise in emerging markets.
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Rotorcraft

Corail Launches Airbus Fleet Keeper Management Program

The management program is part of the OEM's HCare effort.
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Constant Aviation To Develop STCs for Gogo Biz 4G

Company will develop solutions for the Embraer ERJ-145 Shuttle, Legacy 600/650 and Phenom 300, as well as the Gulfstream GV.

NBAA Survey Highlights Small Operator Concerns

Staffing, training and scheduling lead the list of top concerns for day-to-day operations of small flight departments.
Aircraft

Boeing, Atlas Air Sign Deal for Nine 767 P2F Conversions

Contract includes four airplanes originally attributed to an unidentified customer
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Maintenance and Modifications

JSSI Adds H130 Parts-only Program, New Customer

The news at Helitech International, included the hourly cost maintenance provider's announcement six new aircraft have been enrolled in its engine program.
Avionics

Astronautics Selects SEA, Aerotec as RoadRunner Dealers

The network marks a first for Astronautics, which typically has worked directly with other manufacturers and governments.
Engines

P&WC Showcases FAST Prognostic Initiatives at Helitech

Program promises to reduce unscheduled engine removals.
Aircraft

L-3 Wescam Unveils Latest Turret

The turret is intended for use on small manned and unmanned platforms.
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Rotorcraft

Marenco Set To Add Third SKYe SH09 Prototype to Test Program

The new Swiss single-engined helicopter is due to complete certification in late 20117.
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Aircraft

Airbus Helicopters Responds To Polish H225M Cancellation

A frank statement provides unusually detailed public insight into offset talks for 50 H225Ms. Meanwhile, Poland ordered some rival S-70i Blackhawks.
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Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

French Drone Service Provider Acquires Trimble Business

Trimble is divesting its Gatewing engineering and manufacturing business in Belgium to focus on aerial data collection software over platforms.
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Rotorcraft

German Police Super Pumas Get Cockpit Upgrade

Heli-One fitted the German police service's AS332L/L1 helicopters with a new flight management system and displays from Universal Avionics.
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Airlines

African Countries Contemplate New Multinational Airline

Ethiopian Airlines makes overtures to seven governments
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Aircraft

CEPA Expo Boosts Bizav Growth in Central, Eastern Europe

The seventh annual CEPA Expo show will be held in the Czech capital Prague from October 18-20.
Aircraft

New Business Turboprops 2016

In an ever-changing business aviation world, turboprops represent timeless value in a steady market segment.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Lockheed Martin Deploys 'Vector Hawk' from Undersea Drone

The Marlin MK2 autonomous underwater vehicle launced the collapsible fixed-wing Vector Hawk during a U.S. Navy technology exercise.
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Airports

TaxiBot Ready To Cut Cost and Carbon Footprint for Taxiing

The TaxiBot vehicle burns a small fraction of the fuel expended by a typical airline to taxi to its takeoff position.
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Cabin Interior and Electronics

Greenpoint at Work on 777-200LR Luxury Air Yacht

Crystal AirCruises will deploy the Boeing on two-, three- and four-week cruises to exotic locations.
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Cabin Interior and Electronics

Mecaer Interior for Relentless

The interior is designed for the company's in-development medium-lift model.
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Cabin Interior and Electronics

Lufthansa, Mercedes Team on ACJ, BBJ Design

The design creates independent zones without monuments or wall elements.
Charter & Fractional

New App Helps Flight Crew Manage Expenses on the Road

The Down-Route app also allows flight crew to find and book hotels while traveling.

Jet Segment Boosts European Bizav Flying in September

Thanks to 4-percent growth in the business jet segment, business aviation departures in Europe last month climbed 1.4 percent from a year ago.
Engines

GE Begins Full Fate Engine Tests

The military technology could have applications for civil rotorcraft.
Accidents

Bizav Accidents Decline in First Nine Months

Number of accidents involving turbine business airplane operations worldwide fell more than 30 percent versus the same period last year.

Quest Promotes Eddy to COO to Help Guide Growth

Eddy, formerly senior v-p of operations, brings a background in lean manufacturing to the role.
Airports

Santa Monica’s Typhoon Restaurant Forced To Close

The city of Santa Monica has tripled the rent for the 25-year-old restaurant, forcing its owners to close the popular eatery.
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Aircraft

EBAA To Stage Air Ops Europe Show in Cannes

Air Ops Europe is aimed at companies involved in all aspects of ground support for business aviation.
Airlines

Europe's Regionals Back on Track Ahead of ERA Assembly

Revitalized members of the European Regions Airline Association prepares for new legislative season wary of bureaucratic frustrations
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