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Falcon Sales Increased in 2014 While Deliveries Dipped

Dassault Aviation increased sales of its Falcon business jets during 2014, and continued its strong investment in new models.
Regulations and Government

ICAO Names First Woman To Serve as its Secretary General

The International Civil Aviation Organization elected Fang Liu as the first woman and first Chinese national to serve as its secretary general.
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FBOs

U.S. Flying Propelled Signature in 2014

A "bifurcation" in types flying resulted in headwinds for BBA Aviation's Aftermarket Services.
Regulations and Government

NPRM Limits Bizav Access in New York Area

FAA denies NATA request for a public meeting and provides only a 30-day extension rather than the 60 days requested by industry groups.
Aircraft

Boeing Unveils Efficiency ‘Bridge’ to 777X

New aerodynamic features promise to help cut fuel burn by 2 percent
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Aircraft

A400M Problems Overshadow Airbus Defence & Space Performance

Head of Airbus military aircraft business replaced
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Rotorcraft

Helicopter Operators See Drones as a Business Opportunity

Operations of the unmanned aircraft are likely to proliferate, and their integration needs to be done right, says HAI president Matt Zuccaro.
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Regulations and Government

Nigeria and San Marino Forge Aircraft Registry Accord

Aircraft registered in San Marino will now be allowed to fly commercially under Nigerian air operator's certificates.
Avionics

ADS-B OUT AML STC Approved for Part 25 Bizjets

The DO260B-compliant solution offers a relatively low-cost way for older business jets and turboprops to meet the ADS-B OUT mandate.
Aircraft

WingX Advance: European Bizav Activity Down

For February, the German industry data provider described the European business jet market as "pretty dismal," with 2338 fewer flights than 2014
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Accidents

Criminal Charges Mulled in Fatal Helicopter Midair

The crash occurred in Argentina during filming of a French reality television show and killed several French Olympians.
Aircraft

Gulfstream Earns Brazil Certification for G280

Ahead of the airframer's first G280 delivery to Brazil, Gulfstream tallies ANAC approval.
Aircraft

U.S. Air Force Sheds Some Light on Coming LRS-B Contract

The U.S. Air Force suggested it will award a 'cost-plus' contract to develop the new Long-Range Strike Bomber.
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FBOs

Arizona FBO's Lawsuit Sees More Delays

With a potential $100 million in damages at play, an oft-delayed lawsuit gets another deferment.
Aircraft

How the Universal Avionics InSight Flight Deck is Modernizing MD Helicopters’ Explorer

How the Universal Avionics InSight Flight Deck is Modernizing MD Helicopters’ Explorer
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Avionics

AIN Blog: Welcome to Aviation, Apple Watch

The new Apple Watch is going to lead to interesting and compelling new aviation applications for Apple device users.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Executive Aircraft Maintenance Joins Raisbeck Network

The Arizona company can install Raisbeck performance systems on the Beechcraft King Air series.
Maintenance and Modifications

Stratus Aircraft Services Opens MRO in San Bernardino

The company will provide maintenance, repair and alteration services.
Regulations and Government

TSA Moving Ahead on Plan To Eliminate ASO Requirement

Industry-based panel unanimously approved the plan after TSA expressed urgency for action.
Maintenance and Modifications

Duncan Brings Mobile Engine Service to Gulf Coast

The company hopes to meet a need for quick engine services.
Engines

GE To Build Passport Engine at Strother Facility

GE made announcement during a March 9 ceremony attended by Gov. Sam Brownback.
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Maintenance and Modifications

ExecuJet Australasia Adds ELT Battery Capability

MRO named ACR Artex ELT battery replacement and programming center.
Regulations and Government

Haitec Granted FAA Repair Station Approval

The compay holds similar approvals from Russia, Qatar, the UAE, Azerbaijan and Bermuda.
Avionics

Rockwell Collins Touts Multi-Source Aircraft Tracking System

The Arinc MultiLink system draws from six data sources to provide global aircraft tracking, Rockwell Collins declares.
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Aircraft

Airbus In No Rush to Offer Re-engined A380

Even the offer of a new order from Emirates Airline hasn't convinced Airbus of the case for re-engining the A380 superjumbo.
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Airports

California Rnav Procedures Contain Errors

Design problems in Rnav procedures affect Norm Mineta and Sacramento International.
Safety

Helicopter Safety Program Released

The five- to six-minute presentations could cover nearly 20 topics by year-end.
Accidents

Ghana Presidential Jet's Brakes Catch Fire on Aborted Takeoff

Crew kept the aircraft on the runway during the incident.
Accidents

Pilots Experienced Dual Flameout Before SBN Crash

The left-seat pilot was giving instruction to the right seat pilot.
Safety

FAA Seeks Comments on AC for Engine Safety Inspection

The AC is intended to provide guidance for demonstrating compliance with safety test requirements.