Content Archive: December 2017

FBOs

FBO Purchases To Remain Stable in 2018, Experts Say

The consolidation of the past few years has cooled somewhat, analysts say.
Regulations and Government

IBAC Updates on IS-BAH Growth, IS-BAO Compliance

The council also continues to work with EASA on recognition of IS-BAO as an alternate means of compliance for EASA Part NCC.
Engines

GE Achieves First ATP Engine Run

First engine run of GE's ATP turboprop highlights a move to widespread use of additive manufacturing for key engine components.
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Aircraft

Mitsubishi Aircraft Details Latest Organizational Changes

Establishes new program management division led by MRJ program director Alex Bellamy
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Maintenance and Modifications

UK Pilatus Dealer Buys Biggin Hill MRO

Avalon Aviation's location at the London-area gateway will be rebranded as Oriens Aviation Limited.

Boeing/Embraer Talks Leave Open Questions on Bizjets

Boeing's vast infrastructure could provide a boost to Embraer's bizjet business, but whether Boeing is interested remains to be seen.
Aircraft

End of the Line: Bizjets to Beer Cans

What happens when aircraft reach the end of their useful lives.
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Aircraft

Wanfeng Aviation Industry Buys Diamond Aircraft Industries

Wanfeng Aviation's plans called for expansion into aircraft manufacturing, airport management, flight training, and other general aviation operations.
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Regulations and Government

Canada’s Revised CRM Rules Take Effect in January 2019

The new rules stem from a TSB determination that human factors are the primary cause in a large percentage of accident fatalities.