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Maintenance and Modifications

MRO Profile: West Star Aviation East Alton

In May, West Star added a new maintenance facility as well as a wood shop and accessory repair shop.
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Bingham Leaves Piaggio America in Planned Departure

Departure was delayed until after the company announced the upgraded Avanti Evo at EBACE.

Airport Particle Emissions More Widespread Than Previously Believed

Emissions of particles from turbine engines have an impact on residents quite a distance downwind of major airports, according to a new study.

Kubick Buys Superior

The FBO is now the sole provider at Ford Airport in Northern Michigan.

Volo Adds Tampa Location

Skyport Holdings Purchased the FBO services operated by Leading Edge and selected Volo to run the facility.
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Avfuel Adds International Trio to Distribution Network

Rizon Jet, Air Service Basel and Million Air Calgary join the company’s international portfolio.

Louisiana Parish Mulls Runway Expansion

Improvement plan for Marksville Municipal Airport includes runway expansion to make the site accessible for business jets.

Universal Adds to European Network

Le Castellet becomes a co-branded member of Universal’s FBO network.

People in Aviation: July 2014

Industry personnel announcements
Rotorcraft

Bush 41 Jumps From Bell 429

The jump was Bush’s first from a helicopter and eighth parachute jump.
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Rotorcraft

Ornge Criminal Investigation Will Continue Into Next Year

Investigation began in 2012.
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Regulations and Government

IG Concerned over FAA’s Growing Backlog of

As of last October, 1,029 new air operator, flight school and repair station applicants awaited certificates from FSDOs across all eight FAA regions.
Charter & Fractional

New Seaplane Service to Link NYC, Boston and D.C.

Tailwind Air Service has partnered with Fly the Whale for service from Manhattan to Boston and Washington, D.C.
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Regulations and Government

Web Manuals Set for U.S. Debut

Swedish firm brings manuals to the web and streamlines the updating and sharing process.

FBO Profile: Vail Valley Jet Center

At Colorado FBO, business heats up as it gets colder.
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Pre-owned Update: July 2014

Pent-up demand could shorten the traditional summer slump.

Sydney Airport Activates Precision Approach GBAS System

The airport is the first in Australia to offer a GBAS landing system, Airservices Australia said.
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Teal: 13,030 Bizcraft Deliveries over Next 10 Years

Forecast includes 9,361 traditional business jets, 3,132 turboprops and 537 bizliners and regional jet conversions.
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Charter & Fractional

Air France Launches Bizjet Connections with Wijet

French flag carrier partners with up-and-coming executive charter operator as part of new “La Première” offer.

Mexico Eases Restrictions on Non-Revenue Bizav Flights

Clarified rules allow operators with aircraft listed on a charter certificate to operate to Mexico as private, non-revenue flights.

Price Induction Promoting Tiny Turbofan on U.S. Tour

Price Induction’s 575-pound-thrust turbofan might be ideal for developers of small personal jets.

Global Aero Offers Subsidized Upset Recovery Training

Calspan training program designed for Global Aerospace customers includes ground school and in-flight simulator training in a modified Learjet.

Clay Jones Retiring from Rockwell Collins Board on July 31

Anthony Carbone becomes nonexecutive chairman of Rockwell Collins on August 1.

JetTech Gets STC for Garmin GTN 650/750 Installations in CitationJets

Includes Waas approvals and certifies the aircraft for fully autopilot coupled GPS-LPV approaches.

NBAA Senior Vice President Chris Strong Assumes Conventions and Forums Duties

Strong’s new responsibilities were formerly held by Kathleen Blouin, who stepped down on Monday.
Charter & Fractional

New Air Charter Firm KlasJet Starts Operations

KlasJet launched its operations with a VIP-outfitted Bombardier CRJ200 and Challenger 850.

IMC Club, EAA Team on IFR Proficiency Center at AirVenture 2014

The IFR Proficiency Center at the annual Oshkosh show will be a hub for instrument pilots.

Engine Fire Delays F-35 Transatlantic Flight

The Marine Corps is still planning to deploy the aircraft to the UK.
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Honeywell Eyes 3-D Printing for Turbine Vane Cores

The aerospace company sees more possibilities for 3-D printing of critical parts.
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Aircraft

Fast Pace of Boeing 787 Fixes Challenges Operators

Boeing 787 reliability rates continue to rise, but several operators have deferred fixes to avoid down time.
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