Content Archive: September 2016

Maintenance and Modifications

AirFlyte Adds Falcon 900, Global Express to Mx Roster

The MRO also has a maintenance base in Sarasota, Florida, and is setting up an aircraft maintenance shop at Hanscom Field, near Boston.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance

Textron Aviation To Shed Two Mx Centers, Some Employees

Aimed at improving the airframer's cost competitiveness, the move also includes the closing of two of its U.S. service centers based on market demand.
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Regulations and Government

EU Ramp Inspection Program Concerns Unwarranted

Many pilots could complete a career without ever having to undergo an EU ramp inspection.
Regulations and Government

Corporate Pilot Launches Cuba Handling Company

Cuba Handling will secure aircraft permits, flight logistics, visas and passenger itineraries for private aircraft operators.
Charter & Fractional

Argus-rated Operators, Brokers Get Break on AOG Protect

AOG Protect limits financial losses associated with charter flights that have been grounded for mechanical or other issues.
Charter & Fractional

Wheels Up Formalizes Care Program, Intros Teal Airplane

Wheels Up Cares will raise awareness and funds for causes important to the company and its members.
Aircraft

Boeing Pulls Wraps Off New Jet for Air Force's T-X Competition

The manufacturer and partner Saab of Sweden rolled out the new jet during a rousing ceremony in St. Louis.
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Final Flight: Joe Sutter

He led the 747 design team.
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Rotorcraft

S-76 Rotates into Burning Man

One helicopter operator gave attendees a new way to arrive in Black Rock in style.
Rotorcraft

Seeing Turbulence, Air Methods Might Trim Bell Buy

The company recently hinted that it is in the process of curtailing its massive buy of 200 Bell 407GXPs.