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FAA issues STC for certified aircraft electronic ignition
Electroair announced at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh that it received the first FAA STC for a pure electronic ignition system for certified aircraft, after a two
IATA Reports Softening Air Transport Demand in June
Air transport traffic statistics for June showed a showed a slight softening in demand for both air travel and freight markets, according to a report relea
FBOs
Al Bateen’s Bizav Hub Takes Shape with New FBO and MRO Offerings
Abu Dhabi’s Al Bateen Executive Airport has further boosted its credentials as the Middle East’s leading business aviation hub by establishing its own bran
FBOs
New FBOs meet rising bizav demand in Middle East
Rizon Jet recently opened its long-planned FBOs at London’s Biggin Hill Airport and Doha International Airport.
State of the Industry: Business aviation is prepared to duck
Just when the business aviation industry appears to be weathering the economic storm comes another series of blows.
At the
Aircraft
Daher-Socata Still Evaluating SPn Light Jet
Daher-Socata is targeting the end of the year for a decision on whether to resurrect the defunct Grob SPn light business jet.
Charter & Fractional
CitationAir Adds Hawaii to U.S. Service Area
CitationAir by Cessna added Hawaii to its U.S.
Security
GAMA to Congress: review security fiats
Jeppesen president and CEO Mark Van Tine in July questioned the Transportation Security Administration’s use of security directives to vastly expand existi
Avionics
Rockwell Collins Introduces Touchscreen for Fusion
Rockwell Collins announced at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh that its engineers have developed a touchscreen interface for the Pro Line Fusion avionics suite.
NBAA, Shanghai Airport Seal Deal for Abace
NBAA and the Shanghai Airport Authority (SAA) finalized a five-year agreement that guarantees the Asian Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition (Abace) w
Avionics
Avidyne Intros new mode-S ADS-B transponder
Avidyne announced a new mode-S transponder that will make upgrading to ADS-B out capability much simpler.
Oshkosh 2011: Tom Poberezny Surprises Oshkosh Crowd with Retirement Announcement
During a last-minute press conference held Tuesday under a bright blue sunny Oshkosh, Wis.
Sustainability and Environment
‘Carbon Tax’ Could Choke Euro Bizav Growth
The European Union Emissions Trading Scheme (EU-ETS) could add yet another obstacle to business aviation’s anemic recovery, according to business aviation
FBOs
California FBOs Fire Back Against Lead Suit
A coalition of FBOs and fuel distributors who sell leaded avgas in California has filed a lawsuit against the Center for Environmental Health (CEH) and the
Tempus Jets Plans for Africa
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U.S.-based aviation services provider Tempus Jets has partnered with the government of Rwanda to establish a stronger private aviation presence in
Maintenance and Modifications
Forecast Predicts Major Growth in Commercial MRO Market
As the global economy begins to recover, the commercial aircraft MRO market can look forward to strong growth this year and beyond, according to a Visionga
FBOs
Weston Aviation Adds to Its FBO Stable
Ahead of its scheduled opening date, UK-based service provider Weston Aviation inaugurated its Humberside International Airport facility, its third and tha
Maintenance and Modifications
Flying Colours Sees North American Demand for Refurb
Ontario, Canada-based completions specialist Flying Colours has experienced a steady growth in orders since the beginning of this year’s first quarter, wit
Maintenance and Modifications
FAA Approves Eclipse Jets To Return to 41,000 Feet
The FAA has cleared all Eclipse 500 very light jets to re
Maintenance and Modifications
Kestrel Launches Mod Center
Kestrel Aircraft announced yesterday at EAA AirVenture that it has formed an Air Works division to install the Avidyne R9 avionics system and other upgrade
Maintenance and Modifications
University of Illinois Studies Mechanic Fatigue
The University of Illinois is currently hosting an online survey to collect data on maintenance technic
Antonov Draws Orders for 10 An-158s
Russian leasing company Ilyushin Finance (IFC) signed a firm order for 10 Antonov An-158s in late June.
Rotorcraft
Marenco details production plans for SKYe single
Marenco Swiss Helicopter holds letters of intent for just a dozen copies of its
Airports
TSA Adds News DCA Gateways
The Transportation Security Administration has added several new FBOs as approved gateways for general aviation operators using the DCA Access Standard Sec
FBOs
TAC Air Consolidates at SUS
Texas-based Tac Air has purchased the former Executive Beechcraft facilities at Spirit of St.
FBOs
Landmark Opens LAX Customs Service
Landmark Aviation inaugurated the new Customs and Border Patrol facility at its Los Angeles International Airport location last month.
Aircraft
ILFC To Lease 787s to Thai Airways
International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) announced yesterday it has completed an agreement to lease six Boeing 787-8s and two new 787-9s to Thai Airw
