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Adversary Air Contractors Still Expanding—and Expecting

Draken bought more fighter jets, Elbit and Babcock are chasing UK business, and Discovery Air won a new Canadian contract.
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Aircraft

Global 7000 Mockup To Land at Jetex FBO in Dubai

105-foot-long mockup features a dining area, entertainment lounge, en-suite master bedroom and private washroom, as well as a fully equipped kitchen.
Safety

FAA Cautions Against Fire Kit Instructions on PED Fires

An FAA InFO advises operators to follow agency advice on lithium battery fires, fearing that moving burning batteries to a containment bag poses risks.
Training and Workforce

Airbus Acquires U.S. Training Center

Plans to double training capacity in Denver over the next few years
Regulations and Government

T&I Chairman Shuster Set To Depart Congress at Year-end

Shuster emphasized a desire to push through an infrastructure package this year, but also is planning to focus on his ATC reorganization proposal.
Airports

Letter to Airmen Details Revised Aspen 'Wrap' Procedure

The procedures, in use for years, were reviewed by the FAA last year to ensure they met the agency's latest regulations and guidance.
Aircraft

Qatar and Kuwait Eurofighter Sales—More Details Revealed

The UK will host a training squadron for Qatar. The Kuwaiti jets will have new AESA radars and targeting pods.
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Aircraft

Bombardier Misses C Series Delivery Target for 2017

Ships 17 airplanes out of most recent estimate of 20 to 22
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Aircraft

Air Baltic Reflects on Its First Year of Flying the Bombardier C Series CS300 Airliner

Air Baltic Reflects on Its First Year of Flying the Bombardier C Series CS300 Airliner
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Accidents

Accidents: January 2018

Preliminary and final reports
Rotorcraft

Future Brightens for Rotorcraft Market

After several down years, the industry expects to see a return to growth.
Aircraft

Competition Begins for Production Site of Boeing's NMA

Several regions are positioning themselves to produce the possible—but not yet launched—New Midsized Aircraft.
Airlines

Indonesia To Step Up Drug Screening of Flight Crew

Effort follows December 30 arrest of Malindo Air pilot in Batam
Airports

SMO Reopens with New ATC Procedures

Santa Monica Mayor declared the reopening with a shorter runway a great day for the city.
Maintenance and Modifications

C&L Added as Champion Aerospace Distributor

C&L Aerospace will serve as a distributor for Champion Aerospace’s turbine ignition products.
Maintenance and Modifications

FAA To Train on Repair Station Certification

The course is designed for aviation safety inspectors, but can provide industry with insight on the process.
Aircraft

Global 7000 On Track, Questions Remain on 8000

Compounding this uncertainty is a still-undefined certification schedule, an apparent lack of orders, and “unclear” market requirements.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Mid-Canada Mod Centre To Relocate at CYKF

According to the company, the move will allow it to better serve large cabin and regional airline customers.
Regulations and Government

Lawmakers Move To Foster Women's Careers in Aviation

The House recently passed a measure to prioritize STEM grants for women, while the Senate would direct the FAA to create a Women in Aviation Board.
Maintenance and Modifications

Flying Colours Commences Work at New Paint Facility

The $1 million addition to its Peterborough, Ontario paint shop, was in support of a new long-term contract to paint Global 5000/6000 fuselages
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Regulations and Government

Look Ahead: ATC Debate To Heat Up Early in 2018

Many believe lawmakers lack political will to pass further short-term FAA authorization extensions, setting the stage for intense debate early in 2018.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Africa Becoming a Hotbed of Civil Drone Operations

Aid agencies, oil industry turn to UAVs for transportation, surveillance needs in remote areas
Aircraft

North Korean Threat Prompts New Japan, Korean Buys

Japan will acquire new air defense systems, while Korea wants more F-35s.
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Training and Workforce

Transport Canada Approves Level-D Viking Twin Otter Sim

The simulator can provide training in either wheeled or seaplane configuration.
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FBOs

W Aviation Takes Over Aruba's FBO

The Florida-based aviation services provider has pledged nearly $2 million to renovate and refurbish the executive terminal at Queen Beatrix Airport.
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Airports

Pilot Continues Fight for Jet Ops at LNA

In his Part 16 complaint, Errol Forman urges the FAA to find Palm Beach County in violation of grant assurance agreements.
Regulations and Government

DOT IG Faults FAA's Overflight Fee Program

FAA lacks reliable method for determining overflight fees, the DOT IG said, adding courts frequently overturn FAA's practices.
Accidents

Costa Rican Caravan Crash Claims 12

The New Year's Eve accident claimed the lives of 10 Americans and two crew members when the turboprop went down shortly after takeoff.
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Airports

Sacramento McClellan Airport Sold To Private Entity

Sacramento County has finalized the sale of the airport to a local business consortium.
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Rotorcraft

Auditors: Britain's National Police Air Service 'Unsustainable'

Police leaders need to find an alternative for air support, auditor finds.