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Cabin Interior and Electronics
Gogo Over-the-air Updates Exceed the 1,000 Mark
Remote updates can reduce upgrade times for the satellite communications system
Training and Workforce
AINsight: How Pilots Can Effectively Talk Aviation Safety to the Big Boss
Be concise but authoritative when communicating safety issues to C-level executives and high-net-worth individuals
Aircraft
Finland Chooses Challenger, Sweden Orders 3rd GlobalEye
Canadian airframer Bombardier is winning more defense business with Nordic states
FBOs
AEG Connect Adds Four New Network Members
The move expands the global FBO network by five locations on three continents
Rotorcraft
Leonardo Appoints Tokyo Distributor for AW09 Helo
Aero Facility will be responsible for AW09 commercial applications in Japan
Training and Workforce
RateMyCRM Puts Pilots in the Feedback Loop
The software's creator was surprised to learn his leadership skills needed work
FBOs
Bankruptcy Sale Offers Unique KFXE Hangar Opportunity
The offering is a rare opportunity in a tight Florida aviation real estate market
Regulations and Government
FAA Removes Check Pilot Medical Requirement
Rule also eliminates FAA regulatory inconsistencies
Training and Workforce
Dassault Pioneer Jean-François Georges Dies at 83
Georges was passionate about aviation, mountains, and music
Rotorcraft
Explosive Helicopter Stunt Leads To YouTuber’s Arrest
Pilot who flew the helicopter for the filming had his license revoked by the FAA
Maintenance and Modifications
ACI Jet Details Plans for Faster MRO Quotes
The Bombardier service facility invests in tools and resources to ensure timely and accurate service estimates
Engines
Helios Horizon Aims to Take Electric Aviation to the Stratosphere
Next test flights in converted Pipistrel Taurus light aircraft will target altitudes above 40,000 feet
Security
ICAO Issues Updated Global Aviation Security Plan
Implementation of security guidance will be audited by the UN agency
Environment
SAF Coalition Adds 10 New Members
Founded in April, the group now lists more than 50 participants
Accidents
Aspen Takeoff Overrun Followed Instantaneous Wind Call
The NTSB final report was inconclusive about why the jet was unable to rotate
ATC
Flood Damage Disrupts Flights at Geneva Airport
Operations at the Swiss airport were limited to 70% on Wednesday afternoon
Regulations and Government
FAA Reauth, Part 380 Top Topics at NATA Charter Summit
Summit took place on Tuesday in Oklahoma City
Aircraft
Atlas Air Service, Helsinki Citycopter Celebrate CJ4 Acquisition
Acquisition marks the Finnish charter company's entry into fixed-wing operations
Aircraft
Leonardo Flies AW609 In Navy Aircraft Carrier Sea Trials
The aircraft has not yet received a civil type certificate
Maintenance and Modifications
Heritage Aviation Gains Authorization as a Garmin Service Center
This development allows Heritage Aviation to offer a wider range of service and support activities from Garmin
Maintenance and Modifications
Comlux Malta Wins EASA Part 145 Certification
MRO can now provide line maintenance services for EASA-registered Airbus A320s and A220s
Charter & Fractional
EHang Conducts More Passenger Flight Demonstrations in China
Pilotless sightseeing trips were conducted at a resort in Wencheng County in China’s Zhejiang province
Airports
Ferrovial Teams with eVTOL Operator UrbanLink To Develop Florida Vertiports
The infrastructure group will make the facilities available for multiple eVTOL air services
Charter & Fractional
Wheels Up Lays Off 11% of Its Pilot Staff
Headcount reduction was concentrated to its King Air pilots
Aircraft
Sirius Rebrands Planned Hydrogen Business Aircraft
Swiss startup announced the CEO Jet and the Adventure Jet
Charter & Fractional
Airbus Study: Fleet Upgrades Motivated by Sustainability, SAF
79% of polled execs cited sustainability as factor
Rotorcraft
Airbus Delivers 1st ACH160 Helicopter in North America
Chartright Air Group will start flying charters in the ACH160 in the third quarter
