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Aircraft

Bombardier Confident In CRJ Sales Upswing

Company believes refreshed cabin will help drive sales in still-relevant large RJ market
Engines

GE Achieves First ATP Engine Run

First engine run of GE's ATP turboprop highlights a move to widespread use of additive manufacturing for key engine components.
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Aircraft

Vulcanair V1.0 Receives FAA Certification

Vulcanair's four-seat, piston-powered V1.0 is now FAA certified.
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Aircraft

Mitsubishi Aircraft Details Latest Organizational Changes

Establishes new program management division led by MRJ program director Alex Bellamy
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Aircraft

Piaggio Aerospace Outlines New Five-year Plan

Italian manufacturer plans to focus on the P.1HH and P.180 programs.
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Regulations and Government

IBAC Updates on IS-BAH Growth, IS-BAO Compliance

The council also continues to work with EASA on recognition of IS-BAO as an alternate means of compliance for EASA Part NCC.
Maintenance and Modifications

UK Pilatus Dealer Buys Biggin Hill MRO

Avalon Aviation's location at the London-area gateway will be rebranded as Oriens Aviation Limited.
FBOs

FBO Purchases To Remain Stable in 2018, Experts Say

The consolidation of the past few years has cooled somewhat, analysts say.
Avionics

Expect Avionics Upgrades, New Technology in 2018

Larger aircraft technology coming to smaller models.
Maintenance and Modifications

U.S. Maintenance Training Standards Poised for Major Overhaul

Late industry push could see competency-based approach introduced.
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Cabin Interior and Electronics

Researchers Aim To Optimize Airborne Wi-Fi

Research by Leti will help aircraft manufactures deliver better airborne Wi-Fi performance to end-users.

Boeing/Embraer Talks Leave Open Questions on Bizjets

Boeing's vast infrastructure could provide a boost to Embraer's bizjet business, but whether Boeing is interested remains to be seen.
Airlines

Avianca Brasil Eyes A321neos and Europe

Fast-growing airline hopes to extend its fledgling international network to Europe and might add A321neos to its fleet
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Aircraft

Wanfeng Aviation Industry Buys Diamond Aircraft Industries

Wanfeng Aviation's plans called for expansion into aircraft manufacturing, airport management, flight training, and other general aviation operations.
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Regulations and Government

Canada’s Revised CRM Rules Take Effect in January 2019

The new rules stem from a TSB determination that human factors are the primary cause in a large percentage of accident fatalities.
Airlines

Ethiopian Ends Negotiations To Manage Arik Air

Ethiopian flag carrier now engaged to help re-establish Zambia Airways
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Aircraft

China’s AG600, World’s Largest Amphibian, Flies

The Avic-developed airplane incorporates primarily local parts.
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Aircraft

End of the Line: Bizjets to Beer Cans

What happens when aircraft reach the end of their useful lives.
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Sustainability and Environment

Biofuels Could Reduce Contrail Formation, Research Finds

Among the findings: biofuels emit less soot, which led to a 50- to 70-percent reduction in particle emissions.
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ATC

EASA Seeks Input On Broader Remote Tower Rules

Proposed rule would establish requirements for "technical, operational, and procedural" remote tower operations.
Aircraft

Boeing, Embraer Eye 'Potential Combination'

Talks ongoing as Airbus and Bombardier finalize plans for the European venture to take a 50.01 percent stake in the CSeries program.
Maintenance and Modifications

Rose Aircraft Signs On as PWI Cabin LED Lighting Dealer

Through the agreement, Mena-based Rose Aircraft Services will carry the full line of the lighting company's interior fixtures.
Airports

NBAA: Tell Us About Your SMO Noise Violations

Under the new runway configuration, the noise monitors are 735 feet closer to the beginning of the takeoff roll, increasing the risk of noise violations.
Avionics

UK Avionics Shop Now Services Honeywell RTA-4B Wx Radar

Ametek Aerospace & Defense subsidiary Muirhead Avionics can now perform anything from a bench check to a full overhaul the RTA-4B radar.
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Accidents

Challenger 604 in A380 Turbulence Incident Sold for Parts

The aircraft, stricken for high G stress after crossing into wake turbulence, was bought by a German operator to support its own fleet of Challengers 604s.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Gulfstream Beijing Commemorates Fifth Anniversary

The center has now supported more than 800 maintenance events, supporting customers in China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, and the Philippines.
Regulations and Government

Tax Bill Provides 100 Percent Expensing Option in 2017

With marginal tax rate at about 40 percent, a taxpayer could see $800,000 in tax savings by purchasing a $2 million aircraft, says jetAvia tax expert.
Regulations and Government

Presidential TFR Returns To PBI through January 1

The TFR is among a number that could happen over the next several months for the Palm Beach area.

Argus: Strong December To Carry into Q1 for Bizav Flights

North American business aircraft travel is expected to be up 5.6 percent in December with December 22 and December 29 showing the greatest gains.