Content Archive: January 2017
AIN Blog: Is Flight-sharing Dead? (It’s all Uber’s Fault, Part 2)
The Supreme Court elected not to hear a case involving a flight-sharing company's attempt to offer services to the general public.
Rotorcraft
Abu Dhabi's Falcon Aviation Launches AW169 Offshore Service
Falcon Aviation will operate Leonardo's AW169 in support of Total's offshore oil and gas activities in the Arabian Gulf.
Maintenance and Modifications
Bombardier Completes 200th Challenger Heavy Inspection
More than 1,600 Challengers are now in service worldwide.
Maintenance and Modifications
Harrods Aviation Approved as S-92 Service Center
The London-based service provider can now service the S92 as well as the S76, Airbus H155 and Leonardo AW139.
Regulations and Government
New House Bill Could Complicate Boeing, Airbus Sales to Iran
Rep. Roskam introduces legislation in new Congress to prevent Iran from using commercial airliners for military or other 'illicit' purposes.
Astronaut, Safety Advocate Gene Cernan Dies
He was the face of Bombardier's Safety Standdown.
Safety
Disaster Airlift, Red Cross Partner on SMO Exercise
The disaster-preparedness event highlighted Santa Monica Airport's status as critical infrastructure in southern California.
Maintenance and Modifications
Maximum View Bubble Windows Improve AS350 Hover View
The Swiss Rotor Solutions modification for the Airbus AS350/H125 helicopter improves pilot field of view when looking down by 10 times.
Aircraft
Leonardo Gains Italian Orders To Boost Balance Sheet
The M-345 jet trainer and a new helicopter will be acquired. Meanwhile, the company has consolidated in the UK.
Maintenance and Modifications
Germany's Atlas Air Service Earns FAA Mx Approval
The Bremen-based MRO has broadened its international clientele with a new authorization to work on N-registered aircraft.
