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EASA To Study Helicopter Vortex Ring State

A vortex ring state study undertaken by EASA will focus on recovery methods for various helicopter types.
Graphic depicting helicopter vortex ring state
Rotorcraft

Navy Orders Fourth Lot of Leonardo TH-73A Trainers

The U.S. Navy is adding more TH-73A training helicopters to its fleet, replacing its Bell TH-57 Sea Rangers.
U.S. Navy TH-73A Thrasher helicopter parked on airport ramp
Avionics

Geared Up: Flying with ForeFlight's Sentry Plus ADS-B Receiver

ForeFlight's latest Sentry ADS-B receiver adds a flight data recorder, larger battery, and a g-meter, among other features.
ForeFlight iPad app with Sentry Plus ADS-B receiver
Safety

Best Practices in Checklist Design Account for Human Limitations

Several accidents have shone a spotlight on the important role human factors play in the development of checklists.
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Rotorcraft

HAI Announces 2023 Salute to Excellence Award Winners

Helicopter Association International has announced the recipients of its 2023 Salute to Excellence Awards.
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Airports

Nation's Heliports Normalize Deviance

Consultant encourages the adoption of mandatory standards.
Wall Street heliport
Safety

Software House Flight Vector Sees Opportunity in the Middle East

Growing Middle East market in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar constitute a major draw.
Flight Vector software
Aircraft

New eVTOL Aircraft Set to Co-exist Alongside Helicopters

Helicopter operators worldwide have started to make plans to add new eVTOL aircraft into their fleets, only in some cases replacing existing rotorcraft.
Archer's Midnight eVTOL aircraft.
Regulations and Government

Training Providers Gear Up for AAM Market

FlightSafety, CAE prepare to train for an an advanced air mobility market that will need up to 70,000 new eVTOL pilots.
Beta Technologies Alia eVTOL simulator
Charter & Fractional

Saudi Arabia’s THC to See Fleet Jump to 46 Helicopters in 2023

‘Substantial’ amounts are being spent on the development of a sector long neglected in the Kingdom.
THC Airbus H125
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Wi-Fi in the Sky: Better, Faster, Getting Cheaper

A plethora of products are available to provide airborne connectivity, and more are coming soon.
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FBOs

Bohlke International Aviation Bounces Back on St. Croix

Like the legendary phoenix, Bohlke International Aviation has risen again.
The new terminal at the Bohlke International Aviation FBO on TISX
Aircraft

Cessna Citation II: The 'Family Truckster'

"Goofy market" gives new life to legacy Cessna Citation model.
Cessna Citation II
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Companies Answer the Call for Onboard Voice Command

Voice control is finally coming to business aircraft cockpits and cabins.
Garmin Telligence voice command system
FBOs

As the Private Aircraft Fleet Grows, Hangar Availability Dwindles

Trying to find hangar space in a major U.S. metropolitan area can be a frustrating experience.
Falcon 2000S
Rotorcraft

Vision Systems Brings Dimmable-window Solutions to Heli-Expo

France-based Vision Systems was acquired by Israel’s Gauzy in 2022
Vision Systems window
Accidents

Business Aircraft Accident Reports: March 2023

Preliminary and final accident reports, March 2023
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Maintenance and Modifications

AeroBrigham Adds Hangar Space in Texas

The completions specialist will also feature a recently delivered Bell 407 at Heli-Expo.
AeroBrigham hangar
Avionics

FAA Grants TSO to Universal Avionics Aperture

Universal Avionics' Aperture visual data solution will help pilots "see" obstacles and traffic and receive taxi guidance via avionics displays.
Universal Avionics Aperture visual data management solution
Aircraft

U.S. Air Force Orders First Two E-7 AEW Aircraft From Boeing

The Boeing 737 AEW&C/E-7A has been selected to replace the USAF’s long-serving E-3A Sentry in the airborne warning and control role.
E-7 U.S. Air Force
Maintenance and Modifications

ST Engineering, Pensacola State Explore AMT Academy

ST Engineering and Pensacola State College are laying plans to co-develop an aircraft maintenance technician academy in Pensacola, Florida.
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Charter & Fractional

MySky Adds Auto-quoting Capability for EMEA Customers

MySky has introduced an auto-quoting feature developed specifically for business aircraft charter customers based in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
MySky auto-quoting feature displayed on MacBook
Avionics

SE Aero Selects TXA201 Accelerometers for FDR Installs

Southeast Aerospace has purchased several Texas Aerospace Technologies tri-axial accelerometers for flight data recorder installs.
Texas Aerospace Technologies TXA201 tri-axial accelerometer
Charter & Fractional

Learjet 60, Embraer 190 Have ‘Close Call’ at KBOS

A JetBlue Embraer E190 and Hop-A-Jet-operated Bombardier Learjet 60 were involved in a near-collision at Boston Logan airport on February 27.
Graphic depicting near-collision at Boston Logan International Airport on February 27, 2023
Engines

Safran Signals 'War for Talent' within Civil Engine Aftermarket

French engine OEM Safran adds to its global maintenance network for Leap-1A and Leap-1B engines with a site in Brussels.
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Aircraft

Newly Certified HAL 228 Variant Attracts Indian Lessor

A new modification of the Dornier 228 eases market entry barriers and opens fresh revenue streams for Indian lessors.
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Training and Workforce

Flexjet, Embry-Riddle Open Innovation and Career Center

While many aviation university students aim for careers with airlines, Flexjet's partnership with Embry-Riddle educates students about business aviation.
Flexjet chairman Kenn Ricci (center left) and Michael Campobasso (right), manager of Flexjet Innovation Center.
Charter & Fractional

Wheels Up Announces $30M in Cost-cutting, Layoffs

Wheels Up says cost-cutting plan will save $30 million without impact to operations.
Wheels Up Citation Excel business jet on approach to landing
FBOs

Signature Achieves Chainwide Carbon Neutrality for 2022

Signature Flight Support reports that it has achieved carbon neutrality for 2022 across its entire global network.
Signature Flight Support SAF tanker at mountain airport
Safety

AD Restricts Autopilot, Autothrottle Ops in Global Jets

5G cellphone C-band interference could cause problems with autopilot and autothrottle use in Bombardier Global jets.
Bombardier Global 5500 in flight over mountainous terrain