Content Archive: March 2009

Training and Workforce

EC 135 Sim Available in Germany

Eurocopter is offering an EC 135 helicopter flight simulator at its training facility in Donauwörth, Germany.
Rotorcraft

S-92 Crew Reported “Zero” MGB Oil

Minutes before a Cougar Helicopters Sikorsky S-92 fell into the Atlantic March 12, one of the pilots radioed that the helicopter had “zero” main gearbox (M

Insurance and Legal Issues for Owners

In addition to the costs of acquisition, prospective buyers must consider the costs–especially insurance and taxes–they will incur once they own the aircra
Accidents

Fourteen Killed in Pilatus PC-12 Crash

Seven adults and seven children aboard a Pilatus PC-12 (N128CM) were killed when the turboprop single crashed at approximately 3 p.m.
Avionics

Wanted: reliable low-speed indicator

The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is continuing its search for a lightweight and affordable low-speed indication and warning device for use in the
Environment

Williams Tests Coal-based Fuel

Williams International last month completed extended testing of a coal-based, alternative fuel in an FJ44-3 engine.
Rotorcraft

Eurocopter Finds Business in UK, Japan

The UK’s Home Office has announced funding for six new police Eurocopter EC 135s.
Regulations and Government

Battle over user fees resumes

House aviation subcommittee chairman Jerry Costello (D-Ill.) has joined Rep.
Accidents

AS 350 crash prompts review of flight procedures

The UK’s Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) issued four safety recommendation as a result of the Sept.
Accidents

Colgan crash renews scrutiny on regionals

The crash of a Colgan Air Bombardier Q400 that killed 50 people outside Buffalo in February once again has the industry group that represents U.S.