Content Archive: December 2014

Maintenance and Modifications

EASA Approves Airbus Helicopters’ MRO in China

The CGAMEC joint venture can overhaul the main and tail rotor gearboxes on Airbus’ AS350 Ecureuil.
Aircraft

Comlux Orders Two Boeing BBJ Max 8 Jets

Comlux Orders Two Boeing BBJ Max 8 Jets
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Airbus Undergoes Top Management Shakeup

Tom Williams to replace Günter Butschek as COO
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Charter & Fractional

FAA Letter Implies CVR Required for Twin T-prop 135 Ops

GAMA, NATA and NBAA are meeting with FAA legal counsel to discuss CVR issue raised by letter of interpretation request.
Accidents

NTSB Faults Pilot, ‘Punitive Culture’ in Alaska Trooper Crash

Pilot lacked instrument experience, was too highly motivated to continue the mission.
Maintenance and Modifications

Associated Air Center To Complete VIP Airbus A320CJ

The project marks the company’s 18th A320 completion program since it became an Airbus Completion Center in 2003.
Regulations and Government

Shape of U.S. ATC Reform Debated, 'Transformation' in Doubt

Representatives of U.S. airlines and air traffic controllers debated over what shape U.S. ATC reform should take.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Jet Aviation Basel Set for Falcon 7X C-check

The C-check comes due on the 7X every eight years or 4,000 cycles, whichever occurs first.
FBOs

California Fuel Companies Settle Leaded Avgas Dispute

The agreement between fuel providers and the Center for Environmental Health requires the fuel distributors to warn residents living near airports.
Maintenance and Modifications

Silver Air Adds Scott Barringer as New Director of Maintenance

Barringer will oversee maintenance planning and airworthiness for the charter operator.