Content Archive: January 2016
Tempus Flies Newborn with Life-threatening Condition to Virginia
Tempus Jets partnered with World Pediatric Project to transport a newborn baby born with an incomplete esophagus from Belize to Virginia for surgery.
FBOs
Phoenix FBO Lux Air Jet Joins Paragon Network
The FBO, which has been at the Phoenix-Goodyear Airport since 2007, offers ground-support services for all types of aircraft.
Aircraft
Bombardier Moves To Direct Sales, TAG Steps Down as Rep
In line with this change, Bombardier and TAG Aeronautics have “amicably elected” to end their contractual agreements.
Regulations and Government
GA Leaders Air Concerns in Washington Town Hall
Rep. Mike Pompeo (R-Kan.) hosted the meeting that drew nearly two dozen industry leaders and eight other lawmakers.
Argus: 2015 a Good Year for U.S. Bizav Flight Activity
Business aviation flight activity in North America ended 2015 on a positive note, climbing 2.6 percent last month versus December 2014.
Aircraft
Export Sales Reported for Sino-Pakistan JF-17 Combat Jet
Myanmar and Nigeria could be customers, but a proposed sale to Sri Lanka is opposed by India
Israeli Reconnaissance Pod Finds Asia-Pacific Customer
The IAI-Elta ELM 2060P is a radar system that fits on fighter aircraft.
Regulations and Government
Shuster Highlights Independent ATC in Campaign Kickoff
The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee is expected to immediately turn to FAA reauthorization with the March 31 deadline looming.
Aircraft
Airbus Seeks Production Efficiencies as Delivery Rise
Company targets A320neo, A330, A350 and A380 programs
Airports
Telluride Airport Opens New De-icing Pad
The $7 million project corrects a situation at the airport which has persisted since 2009.
