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Avionics
IAI Expands Heron TP Sensor Options
IAI’s high-definition M-19HD sensor turret it now compatible with the company’s Heron TP large UAV.
Engines
Alcoa Expands Capabilities as OEM Needs Change
Alcoa is investing in new hot isostatic pressing equipment.
Rafael Unveils Long-range Derby Missile
Rafael has developed its Derby active-radar air-to-air missile with improved guidance and longer range.
Avionics
Elbit Enhances Safety with BrightNite
Elbit Systems has introduced a new system that provides pilots of utility helicopters with the same kind of DVE capability as attack helicopter crews.
Maintenance and Modifications
GE, Lufthansa Sign MoU for New Engine Overhaul Venture
JV to service GEnx-2B and GE9X engines starting in 2018.
Canada’s Research Arm Develops Vibration-reducing Seat for Helos
Repeated exposure to the vibrations experienced in helicopters brings health and safety risks.
Accidents
Growing Aero Sekur Adds Helicopter Flotation System
The new flotation system is for AgustaWestland A139, AW169 and AW189 helicopters.
Aircraft
Boeing’s Commercial Programs On Time, SVP Fancher says
Deliveries of the 737 MAX, 787-10 and 777X are scheduled to begin in 2017, 2018 and 2020, respectively.
Safety
Airbus Helicopters AS350 Accidents Highlighted in TSB Report
After a series of ice ingestion accidents, Canada's Transportation Safety Board looks to initiate an inlet design review to prevent mishaps in winter.
Aircraft
Dassault's Falcon 8X Wows the Crowds in Paris
As part of its public debut, the French airframer's new flagship took part in the show's daily flying display.
Aircraft
Boeing Launches BBJ Max 9 With First Order
A year after adding the BBJ Max to its product line, Boeing has notched the first sale of the 9 variant.
Charter & Fractional
VistaJet Approaching Fleet Milestone
The all-Bombardier business jet operator is about to add its 50th aircraft
Training and Workforce
FAA Looks To Boost Training Device Hour Credits
The agency is seeking to raise the number of hours such devices can contribute to an instrument rating.
Training and Workforce
Grob To Train U.S. Army Fixed-wing Aircrew
Grob’s G 120TP trainer has been selected as part of CAE’s contract to train U.S. Army fixed-wing pilots.
Avionics
L-3 Extends Underwater Beacon Life, Highlights ADS-B Transponders
In addition to introducing a new 90-day underwater locator beacon, L-3 is helping operators meet the upcoming ADS-B mandate.
Engines
Rolls-Royce, Liebherr Join To Develop Power Gearbox
UltraFan engine is a geared design based on technology that could be ready for service in 2025.
Training and Workforce
If You Simulate It, Will They Come?
Simulators are sexy, but the recurring revenue is in flight training services.
Aircraft
Korean Air Signs Up for Airbus A320neo Club
Japan’s Peach Aviation is buying A320s and Eva Air will get A330-300s
U.S. Made ‘Judgment Call’ To Withhold F-35 at Paris Air Show
U.S. Air Force Secretary revealed the thinking behind missing yet another major air show with the F-35 as it nears initial operating capability.
Aircraft
Leasing Groups Buy More of Boeing's Max
AerCap led off Boeing’s Paris Air Show business on June 16 with an order for 100 737 Max 8s.
Aircraft
Saudi Ministry Orders Airbus C295W Airlifters
Kingdom previously bought the smaller CN235 transport.
Rotorcraft
Airbus Helicopters Launches Concept X6 Heavy-twin Helo
Turbomeca proceeds with 3,000 shp engine demonstrator, aimed at heavy helicopters.
Tactair Fluid Controls Wins Artemis Racing Contract
Company to design and build hydraulics for America’s Cup class catamaran.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Improved Skylark Draws on Hermes Technology
Elbit’s man-portable Skylark is one of the most popular mini-UASs on the market. The company has launched an improved version.
Sagem Hammer Could Arm Hercules
AA/ROK has partnered with Rafaut and Sagem to offer a close air support capability to the C-130 Hercules.
Aircraft
Airbus’s A400M Military Transport Flies at Paris Air Show 2015
Airbus’s A400M Military Transport Flies at Paris Air Show 2015
Aircraft
Budget Fighter PAC/Chengdu JF-17 Thunder Turns Heads at Paris Air Show 2015
Budget Fighter PAC/Chengdu JF-17 Thunder Turns Heads at Paris Air Show 2015
Aircraft
Vietnam Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner Flies at Paris Air Show 2015
Vietnam Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner Flies at Paris Air Show 2015
Aircraft
P-51 Mustang Roars Over Le Bourget at Paris Air Show 2015
P-51 Mustang Roars Over Le Bourget at Paris Air Show 2015
Aircraft
Antonov Steps Up Plans for An-188 Airlifter
The Ukrainian manufacturer wants to offer an alternative
