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Maintenance and Modifications

Sikorsky Ramps Up Brazilian Product Support

A major expansion of its forward stocking location, and the introduction of in-country rotor blade repair for the S-92 will drive increased availability.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Skyward: Corporate Drone Use To Double

Double-Digit Market Penetration Forecasted By The End of 2018
Rotorcraft

Cali Fire Helos Test Remotely Activated Snorkel Sites

Technology Promises To Reduce Refill Times

Mixed Forecast Over Asia-Pacific Bizjet Markets

Some countries promise growth, while others face challenges.
Aircraft

Aerion Nearing Milestones on Supersonic AS2

Engine configuration and analysis should be complete in the next couple of months, the company says.
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Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Remotely Piloted NASA Aircraft Makes Unescorted Flight

Flies In Public Airspace Without Chase Plane
Airports

Uzbekistan Building Bizav Airport Near Tashkent

Tashkent's military airfield will open for business aviation in 2020.

Argus: Bizav Flights Continue Upward Trend

The 2.2 percent increase in flights in the U.S, Canada, and the Caribbean in May followed 2.6 percent year-over-year increases recorded in recent months.

Honeywell and FlightAware Boost Flight-tracking Support

GoDirect customers will now have access to real-time flight information from FlightAware.
FBOs

Signature Debuts New Sports Team Terminal in Miami

The newly-built terminal is an additon to Signature's 2000 vintage FBO at Miami International Airport.
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Regulations and Government

European Parliament Approves Revision of EASA Basic Reg

GAMA praised the effort saying it will pave the way for a changing aviation landscape.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

BVLOS UAS Flights Expand in the UK

Drones are expected to add $56 billion To the nation's economy by 2030.
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Aircraft

Daher Eyes ISR Market with Latest TBM Configurations

The ISR-configured TBMs will be fitted with underwing hardpoints and electrical connections to accommodate sensors and large-format cameras.
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Safety

NBAA: Tips To Prevent Damage from Volcanic Ash

NBAA advises operators to alert ATC as soon as possible when volcanic ash is encountered.
Safety

Safety Advocates Highlight Need for Transition Training

The FAA Safety Teamnotes that the first 50 to 100 hours in a new aircraft type are particularly dangerous.
Aircraft

India’s Plan To Buy Helicopter Carriers Falters

Financial problems at one of the two bidders is delaying the much-needed LHD project.
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Aircraft

China Reveals a Supersonic UCAV

The Anjian (Dark Sword) has been developed at Shenyang.
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JetSmarter Booking Available to Non-members

JetSmarter is now offering a pay-as-you-go option to the public.
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VNY To Deploy Controller Pilot Datalink

Van Nuys Airport has been selected as a site for the FAA's CPDLC expansion.
Airlines

EU Plans To Ban Plastic Cutlery and Plates on Airliners

Airlines warn against conflicting regulation with current cabin waste rules and unwarranted costs
FBOs

TAG Expands FBO Network to Asia

The company expects to bring its highly-regarded service to Macau International Airport by year-end.
FBOs

FAA Refutes AOPA FBO Pricing Complaint

The preliminary ruling found Asheville Regional Airport is not in violation of its grant assurances through its contract with Signature Flight Support.
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Maintenance and Modifications

StandardAero Completes 20th Avance L5 Installation

StandardAero has been among the top sellers of the system that was released in 2017, accounting for 20 Avance L5 installations of the nearly 100 total.
Maintenance and Modifications

West Star Aviation Ramps Up Recruitment

West Star is hoping to fill more than 50 aircraft technician openings with skill levels from recent graduates to lead technicians.
Regulations and Government

GAMA, ADS Appeal to EC For Urgency on Brexit Talks

They warn that aircraft operations could be threatened without resolution of issues surrounding certification and maintenance.
Engines

Rolls-Royce Finds New Trent 1000 Durability ‘Issues’

Package B IPCs now subject to scrutiny
Regulations and Government

Australia Adds Aircraft for Single-pilot Rating

To obtain single-pilot approval, pilot candidates must complete special training and experience rules.
Aircraft

Massive Undertaking for North Korea’s Expedition to Singapore

Kim arrives safely on Air China 747-400 followed by Air Koryo Il-76 freighter carrying his limousine
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Wings Over the Rockies Opens Aviation Campus at KAPA

The Boeing Sky Aviation Gallery, which has been in the works for 10 years, offers a glimpse at the present and future of aviation.
Airlines

Government To Cede Minority Stake in Ethiopian Airlines

Africa’s most profitable airline up for partial privatization
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