Content Archive: December 2009
Avionics
The Future of Global Navigation
For years the world’s aviation authorities have been preparing for the transition to a re-imagined operating environment where an array of new technologies
Rotorcraft
Production ramp-up slow for two-seat Cabri
Hélicoptères Guimbal, the France-based manufacturer that is offering a more modern, pricier alternative to existing piston-engine helicopters (see
Avionics
Garmin adds TCAS, TAS to its portfolio
It’s official: Garmin can now add to its list of avionics specialties the coveted title of TCAS maker.
FBOs
Three new facilities added at Arkansas’ Adams Field
Design/build firm Tectonic Management Group has completed three new facilities at Adams Field in Little Rock, Ark., including a new FBO facility for Superm
Accidents
Preliminary report: King Air crashes on test flight
Hawker Beechcraft King Air B200, Greer, S.C., Nov.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
High-end BBJ offered by Jet Aviation, Andrew Winch
Thus far, the bizliner completions sector has remained comparatively solid despite the effects of the recession on the rest of the industry.
FBOs
Castle & Cook reveals plans for Van Nuys site
FBO chain Castle & Cooke Aviation has signed a 30-year lease at Van Nuys Airport in southern California with Los Angeles World Airports, which confers
Maintenance and Modifications
Hot section: Blackhawk modifications expands distributor network
Distributor agreements have been signed in the U.S., Europe and Australia by Blackhawk Modifications.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Rotorcraft Update: IBF System Approved for AW139
Donaldson’s Aerospace Filtration Systems (AFS) unit has received supplemental type certificate approval from the FAA for an inlet barrier filter (IBF) syst
