Content Archive: June 2014
Maintenance and Modifications
AD Proposed for Rockwell Collins Transponders
In some cases the transponder was not responding to mode-S only all-call interrogations.
Regulations and Government
ICAO States and Industry Reach Consensus on Global Aircraft Tracking
Currently, there appears to be no uniform airline adoption of automated tracking and alerting systems.
International Field Research Effort Tackles Engine Icing
Scientists used a Falcon 20 to fly into convective weather areas and gather data on the emerging safety issue of engine icing.
Charter & Fractional
Baron Launches Jet Card for India’s Wealthy Travelers
The Baron Eagle jet card is structured differently from those in the West.
Flight Safety Business Aviation Safety Summit 2014:
Safety insights from experts and operators.
Regulations and Government
Honeywell Survey: Operators Still Behind on Mandates
Honeywell surveyed AIN readers to find out how operators are preparing to meet new technical mandates.
Rotorcraft
North Sea Operators Brainstorm CAA Safety Actions
The North Sea offshore industry is looking for practical ways to implement new, stringent measures on backup breathers, passenger size and more.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
B/E Aeropace To Acquire Two Aircraft Interior Suppliers
Emteq transaction is expected to close this month, while the Fischer deal will be finalized in the third quarter.
Rotorcraft
Crowdsourcing Comes to NYC Helicopter Charters
Blade app lets customers book a seat on an existing flight or charter a whole helicopter and then use the app to help fill the seats.
Next Middle East Business Aviation Conference Set To Land in Tunisia
The third MEBAC will be the first to be held as a two-day event.
