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VistaJet expects to have its operation in China up and running by yearend if its local air operators certificate is approved by early fourth quarter.

Gulfstream Aerospace prepares to add support capability for its G650 and G280 in China’s first factory-owned service center for business aircraft.

The 505 is designed to “be price competitive” with the $839,000 Robinson R66, a helicopter that has reinvigorated the light single market.

China Star Aero will use the new helicopter as part of the so-called “Beautiful China” tourism campaign.

AgustaWestland recently introduced the new Trekker version of its AW109 helicopter with skid landing gear.

The first production conforming Cirrus Vision SF50 very light jet, “C-Zero” (C0), made its maiden flight in March from Duluth International Airport.

Castle & Cooke has seen a steady increase in traffic from China, and says participation at the annual ABACE show has been instrumental in that rise.

Aircraft broker Jetcraft is positioned to exploit opportunities for business and private aviation in Greater China.

The company unveiled plans for two new variants of existing aircraft, the 225e and the AS322 C1e.

Current plans call for Boeing to deliver the final EA-18Gs in 2016, but the 22 Growlers the Navy requested would extend that through 2017.

Swiss company ExecuJet now has a worldwide presence and is expanding fast in Asia.

First deliveries of the EC175 are planned for this year, but customers won’t receive the AC352 until 2017 at the earliest.

In 2012, the country’s economy grew at its fastest pace in more than a decade, which makes it fertile ground for business aviation.

Supplying training for pilots and the technicians who will service the aircraft remains one of the industry’s more profound challenges.

The Hong Kong-based company’s projection for 2014 growth is 20 percent again, based on actual orders placed for helicopters in the region.

India’s Business Aircraft Operators Association said aviation officials are trying to deflect blame for the country’s recent aviation safety downgrade.

NetJets is preparing to launch its NetJets China business in the middle of this year, by which time it expects to receive Chinese government approval.

Constant Aviation Rotable Exchange add $4.5 million in parts.

Contract covers new and refurbed aircraft.

Joint venture seeks to blend aesthetics with the latest cabin technology.

Company offers low mx rates and free MX hangarage.

Parts and labor exempted from sales tax.

Company offers diverse training modules.

Burbach, Germany, facility to sell the turboprop in Germany and Austria.

FBO/MRO enhancing its positive safety culture.

De Souza set to retire this summer.

Airbus says fewer customization options will aid in production efficiency and help boost aftermarket values.

Gulfstream Aerospace realigned its product support organization to “enhance the customer experience” and position the division for growth.