Content Archive: March 2016

Aircraft

ATR Studies All-Electric Architecture for Turboprops

A prototype ATR 72 has completed a 15-hour test campaign in the framework of Europe's Clean Sky research project.
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Maintenance and Modifications

StandardAero and P&WC Offer Fixed Rate PT6A Overhaul

The offer covers engines that are removed for scheduled reasons.
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Bombardier Awarded STC for Ka-band WAVE Satcom

Bombardier's WAVE high-speed Ka-band satcom is available as an option on new Global 5000s and 6000s, and retrofittable to older models.
Rotorcraft

Helo EMS Set To Take Off In India with New Policy

Rule will elimination of the requirement for HEMS operators to file a flight plan and allow helicopters to fly point-to-point below 5,000 feet.
Rotorcraft

Rotorcraft ASIAS Spools Up

The FAA and industry partners are working on the Aviation Safety Information Analysis and Sharing System for rotorcraft.
Maintenance and Modifications

StandardAero Named Major Honeywell HTF7000 Mx Provider

The MRO is authorized to provide minor repairs around the world.
Maintenance and Modifications

Banyan Completes Challenger 604 Fans 1A Installation

The installation makes use of the Rockwell Collins STC issued in September 2015.
Aircraft

Piper Aircraft Lowers Prices on M-class Singles

Price of M500 cut by nearly $400,000, to $1.99 million, while entry-level Matrix was lowered to $899,000.
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Charter & Fractional

Ethiopian Charter Operators Complain of Unfair Competition

Ethiopian private charter operators say foreign rivals are enjoying an unfair advantage in their home market.
Maintenance and Modifications

Commercial Aircraft Parts Supplier Up for Sale

The company is selling its inventory and facilities either together or separately.