Content Archive: December 2017

Aircraft

Powerful New Engines Take Flight on the Sukhoi Su-57

A prototype of Russia’s stealthy PAKFA jet has been fitted with ‘Item 30’ powerplants.
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Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Drone Maker Reveals Tracking Feature

New function maintains user privacy while allowing government tracking, says system developer.
Airports

China's Wuhan To Receive Second Genav Airport

Caidian General Aviation Airport is expected to be operational by 2019, joining Hannan General Aviation Airport which debuted this fall.
Aircraft

See How a FedEx MD-10 Has Been Transformed into a Flying Eye Hospital for Orbis Int'l

See How a FedEx MD-10 Has Been Transformed into a Flying Eye Hospital for Orbis Int'l
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Aircraft

Pilatus PC-24 Awarded EASA and FAA Certification

First aircraft to be delivered to PlaneSense in the U.S. in January.
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Aircraft

Qatar Boosts Its Order for Rafales, And Confirms Typhoons

The Gulf state will now buy 36 French combat jets, not 24. It also confirmed its order for 24 Eurofighter Typhoons.
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Avionics

BendixKing Certifies Simple CitationJet ADS-B Upgrade

The process involves the installation of two KT 74 transponders.
Airlines

Engines Choice Open for Qatar’s Latest A321neo Order

Gulf airline remains in negotiations over engine provision for 50 A321neo ACFs
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Engines

Trent 1000 Fault Forces Air New Zealand Flight Cancellations

Some 400 to 500 of the Rolls-Royce engines are affected by inadequate design of turbine blades

Jupiter Avionics Dual Audio Controller Receives TSO

The dual audio controller, which is distributed by Dallas Avionics, supports eight users including the pilot, co-pilot and up to six passengers.