Content Archive: August 2008

The growth of business aviation in the Middle East and Asia has prompted many segments of the industry to change and expand their focus.

Hawker Beechcraft last month reported increased orders, improved sales and higher earnings during the second quarter versus the same period last year.

AgustaWestland has announced a weight upgrade and Russian assembly plans for the AW139 medium twin, while new helicopter models are in development and a se

American Eagle had to ground nine Embraer ERJ regional jets at Chicago O’Hare Airport on August 19 after a TSA officer used the airplanes’ total air temper

The California state legislature has passed a bill that asks the FAA to abide by the city of Santa Monica’s attempt to bar certain jets from using Santa Mo

Before last month’s Latin American Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition (LABACE), organizers were forecasting the largest show to date.

Grob Aerospace GmbH filed for insolvency in Germany on August 18 after its main source of capital suddenly withdrew financial support for the new SPn light

Eurocopter CEO Lutz Bertling in July predicted that the company would sell between 650 and 700 helicopters this year, up from previous expectations of 600.

Gulfstream has received some highly publicized orders for the G650, including a letter of intent (LOI) from Abu Dhabi-based Prestige Jet to purchase five a

Clifford Development expects STC approval this month for its re-engined version of the Citation II.