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Sikorsky Finally Lands New U.S. Rescue Helicopter

The U.S. Air Force could eventually acquire 112 combat rescue helicopters based on the UH-60M Black Hawk in a deal worth $7.9 billion, said Sikorsky.
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Safety

EGPWS-based Wingtip Protection Prevents Ground Collisions

Honeywell is adapting its EGPWS technology to develop a new Passive Wingtip Protection Systems to help avoid ground collisions.
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Aircraft

Embraer's E190-E2 Cruises Through Joint Definition Phase

Development of the Embraer E190-E2 has progressed through joint design definition.
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Aircraft

Cessna’s Citation X+ Earns FAA Approval

With the receipt of the Citation X+’s type certificate, Cessna can again claim that it produces the world’s fastest civil airplane.
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Charter & Fractional

Landmark Boosts Burgeoning Management Fleet

Known primarily for its FBO network, Landmark Aviation’s aircraft management division has seen rapid growth over the past few months.

Avanti’s Range Increased with Auxiliary Tank Approval

Piaggio is offering the new tank as an option on both the existing Avanti II and the new Evo.

Clock Is Ticking on 2020 NextGen Compliance

With the FAA holding firm on its 2020 ADS-B mandate, experts advise that now is the time to talk to your avionics shop.

Isle of Man Sees No Slowdown in Registrations

The Isle of Man Aircraft Registry lists customer service and cost-effectiveness as key to popularity with aircraft owners, but there are other attractions.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

UAV Flights Begin at Fourth National Test Site

Granted authorization last week by the FAA, Texas A&M flies its first UAV mission along the Gulf Coast.

FAA Investigates Runway Departure

A landing went wrong last week at Friedman Memorial Airport in Idaho.

New Helicopter Training Center Launched in Iceland

Mid Atlantic Sim Center aims to provide helicopter full-flight simulator training for both sides of the Atlantic.

Daher-Socata and Hartzell Ink New Deal

The propeller maker agrees to provide the props for TBMs for another five years.

Air Service Basel Sees Record Activity

An annual art show draws private aircraft to Basel.

Van Nuys Launches New Propeller Park

The GA hub looks to consolidate piston aircraft activities in a new $21 million facility.
Aircraft

Boeing Touts King Air-based 'Ramis' Surveillance Aircraft

Ramis combines imagery intelligence, electronic intelligence, signals intelligence and communications intelligence.
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Boeing’s New PAL Ready for Move into Renton

Boeing expects its new panel assembly line (PAL) to significantly cut final assembly times of the 737.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Grand Opening Set for Duncan Aviation’s Expanded Lincoln Facility

MRO expands to 660,000 sq ft.
Maintenance and Modifications

AAR Signs Data-sharing Pact with FAA

The service provider is the first MRO to take part in the Aviation Safety Information Analysis and Sharing Program.
Maintenance and Modifications

FL Technics Jets To Support Hawker Fleet

MRO builds on existing relationship
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Maintenance and Modifications

ExecuJet Mx Tianjin, China Open for Business

The facility at Tianjin Binhai International Airport specializes in supporting Bombardier and Embraer aircraft.
Maintenance and Modifications

Gulfstream Revamps Website and Mobile App

Get info from Gulfstream and the weather at your destination.
Maintenance and Modifications

Dynamic Systems Launches Total Track System

Total Track System tracks tools, maintenance, equipment, work orders, inventory, capital assets and job costing.
Maintenance and Modifications

Pro Star Aviation Names Thomas Kennedy as DOM

As director of maintenance, Kennedy will manage MRO functions.
Maintenance and Modifications

Price Induction Takes Geared Turbofan Engine on Tour

The DGen 380 targets the personal light jet market.
Maintenance and Modifications

Cessna Offers Video on Microbiological Growth in Fuel Tanks

Video delivers how-to information on inspecting Citation fuel tanks for signs of microbiological growth, fungus and corrosion damage.
Maintenance and Modifications

FAA Proposes Brake Assembly AD for Embraer Phenom

Airworthiness directive requires inspection for cracks of the affected brake assembly, with repair or replacement as necessary.
Security

Kidnappings in Malaysia Curb Chinese Airline Service

Chinese airlines have cut service to the Malaysian state of Sabah after a spate of kidnappings.
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Aircraft

Lockheed Martin F-35 Fighter International Debut Preview

Lockheed Martin F-35 Fighter International Debut Preview
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Accidents

Authorities Cite Approach ‘Mismanagement’ in Asiana Crash

Asiana Flight 214's crew mismanaged their approach and failed to adequately monitor airspeed.
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