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Study Projects Newer Cargo Conversions Accelerating in 2020

UK consultancy IBA says market value of new-generation aircraft will suit conversion starting around the turn of the decade.

August 10, 2017

Air Force: Light Attack Experiment a New Approach to Buying

The U.S. Air Force is currently evaluating three turboprops and a jet for a potential light attack aircraft requirement.

August 10, 2017

Outfitting the New 737-based Boeing Business Jet Demonstrator

Outfitting the New 737-based Boeing Business Jet Demonstrator

August 10, 2017

UTC-Rockwell Collins Talks Underscore Supply-chain Pressures

Analysts think consolidation could provide leverage against OEM pricing pressures

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Sale of Embraer Super Tucanos to Nigeria Likely

Twelve of the Brazilian turboprop light attack aircraft will be supplied via the U.S. foreign military sales system.

FAA Issues Special Conditions for Global 7000 Alloy

Aluminum-Lithium is found on newet models, including Bombardier's C Series along with Airbus, Boeing and Gulfstream aircraft.

FAA: No More Issues Putting PC-12s on Part 135 Tickets

The issue arose when FSDOs had differing interpretations of FAR 135.163(f), which outlines electrical power requirements for single-engine aircraft.

Lessors Still See Strong Market for 250- to 350-seat Widebodies

Optimism among top executives tempers concerns of softening in overall market segment

Piper's Sales Swell in Second Quarter 2017

M-Series turboprops are helping to drive double digit delivery and revenue gains.

Swiss C Series Makes First Flight Into London City

Regularly scheduled service from Zurich starts Tuesday

Russia and Iran Negotiate Major Rotorcraft Deals

At the recent MAKS show, talks advanced on the supply of a lightweight helicopter, and general assistance to the Islamic Republic.

Boeing's Bullish India Outlook May Undercount Regional Aircraft

India's Regional Connectivity Scheme aims to improve infrastructure, open underserved areas to airline connectivity.

France and Germany To Develop New Fighter Without UK?

Confusingly, there are now two “Future Combat Air System” projects in Europe.

China Shows New Fighters, Missiles and Drones

The appearance of new Chinese fighters, missiles and drones in a big military parade suggests that entry into service has already occurred.

Above and Beyond: Product Support Survey 2017

To all of you who earned this special recognition from your customers, all of us at AIN Publications offers our heartiest of congratulations!

Will LABACE 2017 Herald Recovery in 2018?

Brazil and the rest of Latin America, apart from perhaps Mexico, have been in the doldrums economically but could recovery be imminent?

Product Support Survey Part 1: Aircraft

Embraer and Mitsubishi retain the tops spots in their respective categories.

Daher Offering Garmin G1000NXi Upgrade as TBM Retrofit

The upgrade will provide faster system boot-up and software loading, in addition to the ability to manage more data and display visual charts.

FAA Issues Structural Life Extension for Eclipse Jets

The decision, announced last week, effectively doubles the life limit for the light jet from 10,000 hours/cycles to 20,000.

Boeing, U.S. Air Force Confirm New Air Force One Negotiations

The manufacturer and the Air Force are negotiating the sale of two Boeing 747-8s originally ordered by bankrupt Russian carrier Transaero.

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