Content Archive: December 2016
Regulations and Government
EASA To Move Ahead on TAWS Requirement
The mandate applies to newly manufactured, commercially-operated turbine planes weighing less than 12,500 pounds.
ATC
Sesar Technology Demonstration Program Deemed a Success
The two-year project, led by NetJets Europe, saw more than 360 successful trial flights In Europe.
Engines
CFM Leap-1C Wins Certification as C919 Approaches First Flight
Integrated propulsion system gains dual EASA-FAA approval
Accidents
Boeing 727 Cargo Plane Crashes in Colombia, Killing Five
Trijet struggled to gain altitude upon takeoff
Avionics
Vector Earns EASA Nod for ADS-B Solution
The system is intended for the the Airbus Helicopters AS332, Leonardo Helicopters AW139, and the Sikorsky S-76 series.
Charter & Fractional
Zetta Jet To Acquire Firms in Singapore and Van Nuys
Zetta Jet and Asia Aviation Company will combine operations under the Zetta Jet brand, while Advanced Air Management is to become Zetta Jet USA.
Rotorcraft
Bell 505 Wins Transport Canada Nod
Bell Holds More than 400 Letters of Intent from 505 customers.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
FAA’s National Drone Registry Marks First Anniversary
Registration is required for drones weighing 250 grams to 55 pounds.
Aircraft
China's Wanfeng Takes Control Of Diamond Canada
Production of the DA62 and DA40 models to move from Austria to Canada, and there may be fresh investment in the D-Jet program.
Santa Monica Mayor: City Committed to Replacing FBOs
Mayor Tony Vazquez said he was not surprised by the FAA cease-and-desist order, but will continue to run services at SMO.
