Content Archive: June 2016
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Textron Aviation Installs First AeroWave System in CJ3
AeroWave service plans are “low cost and easy to understand,” with billing based on hours of use rather data consumed.
FBOs
Execujet Opens Its First FBO in Mexico
The new facility at Monterrey's Del Norte International Airport expands the company's operations in the country.
Aircraft
Egypt To Receive Advanced Fulcrum Fighters from MiG
An order financed by Saudi Arabia has not yet been officially announced, but is welcome news for the Russian manufacturer.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Zetta Jet Selects ViaSat Datacom for Its Global Fleet
ViaSat's global in-flight internet service allows full internet capabilities, including live video streaming, email access and videoconferencing.
Maintenance and Modifications
Jet Aviation Singapore Gets India DGCA Mx Nod
The Singapore facility joins several other facilities with DGCA approvals.
Engines
FAA OKs Williams FJ33-5A Turbofan
Since the new FJ33 engine has been selected to power the Cirrus SF50 Vision and Flaris LAR1, it also includes sensor suite redundancy.
Regulations and Government
FAA: Auto Detailers Not Suited To Clean Aircraft
Auto detailing companies cannot ensure compliance with related maintenance-related procedures, says FAA.
Rotorcraft
Bristow Posts Loss, Hints at Helicopter Deferrals
The company’s quarterly revenue fell to $375 million, down nearly $44 million year-over-year, and it reported a loss of $25.25 million.
Regulations and Government
Concerns Grow Over Prospect for Another FAA Extension
GAMA's Bunce urges House to take up Senate bill.
Aircraft
Cirrus Jet Now on Final Approach to FAA Certification
Company plans to have all type certificate documentation to the FAA by the end of this month.
