Content Archive: January 2018

Aircraft

Boom, Backed by Airline Partner JAL, Eyes Demo Flights

First flight of sub-scale demonstrator planned for late 2018
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Airlines

Qatar Commits to ‘Transparency’ in Bid To End Subsidy Row

U.S. State Department and Qatar Foreign Ministry mark agreement during strategic dialogue meeting in Washington, D.C.
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Regulations and Government

AsBAA: China Must Ease Fees To Open Door to Light Jets

AsBAA set infrastructure charges and transparent regulation as top priorities for 2018.
Rotorcraft

Bell Helicopter Begins Euro Deliveries of Jet Ranger X

The initial 505 Jet Ranger Xs in Europe will be put into corporate operations.
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Aircraft

Russia Flirts with SSBJ Version of Tu-160 Bomber

Demand for supersonic business jets (SSBJs) in Russia alone is estimated at 20 to 30 units, with each selling at $100 million to $120 million.
Airlines

AAR Growth Strategy Includes Supply Chain, Digital Services

Ramp-up includes significant Asia-Pacific presence
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Maintenance and Modifications

Eagle Creek Aviation Offers Twin Commander Mx Classes

Eagle Creek Aviation Services is offering Twin Commander 690-695B maintenance initial training classes from May 7 to 15 and September 17 to 25.
ATC

AirMap UAS Authorization Approval Available To App Developers

Effort is part of FAA LAANC pilot program rolling out nationwide
Maintenance and Modifications

EASA To Tighten Product Certification Rule

“There is too much room for interpretation in the current rules and standards, leading to differences and possible safety risks,” EASA said.
Maintenance and Modifications

Eclipse, Advent Launch eABS Promotion for E500s

Offer is limited to the first 10 Eclipse 500 owners that sign a maintenance request form and schedule their aircraft for the upgrade.