Content Archive: November 2014
Aircraft
SkyWest To Shed Brasilias, Reaches New Terms with United
Plans to become all-jet carrier by next summer
Charter & Fractional
Air Charter Demand Perks Up Ahead of Holiday Season
North American demand for charter growing more strongly than in Europe.
Aircraft
Gulfstream’s 7,500-nm G650ER Enters Service
The approximately $2 million ER option stretches the G650’s 7,000-nm range to 7,500 nm at a cruise speed of Mach 0.85.
Regulations and Government
Congress Urged to Make FAA Reauthorization a Priority
Aviation industry groups and politicians urged members of the 113th Congress to expedite plans to continue funding the FAA.
Bizav Industry Poised To Soar in 2015, Says Analyst
Brian Foley believes “2015 will be the indisputable pivot point when the industry turns meaningfully upward.”
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
NTSB Supports FAA's Position in Pirker Drone Case
The NTSB reversed a ruling that the FAA was wrong to fine Raphael Pirker for allegedly recklessly flying a drone.
NBAA Seeks Speakers for 2015 Bizav Regional Forums
Deadline for submissions is December 15.
Rotorcraft
Fourth Mi-38 Heavy-twin Helicopter Prototype Takes Flight
Latest iteration includes shock-resistant fuel system and larger windows.
FBOs
Rectrix Opens New FBO at Boston-area Hanscom Field
Company’s new flagship facility features new FBO terminal and 60,000 sq ft of hangar space.
Rotorcraft
Thales, CareFlight Team on AgustaWestland AW139 Sim Training
Simulator will feature Thales’ Reality H technology, electric motion and the possibility to use night-vision goggles.
