Content Archive: November 2018
Avionics
560XL Receives Special Conditions for Cyber Protection
The STC for Garmin's G5000 Cessna 560XL mod will be contingent upon meeting special conditions to reduce cyber risks.
UTC, Rockwell Collins Near Merger with China Nod
China's approval was the final key regulatory hurdle for UTC's $30 billion Rockwell Collins acquisition.
Maintenance and Modifications
Oriens Adds PC-12 Flight Training at London Biggin Hill
The UK's exclusive Pilatus service center and PC-12 sales dealer sees a growing number of the turboprop single at the airport.
Avionics
Nextant Receives STC for Challenger 604XT Flight Deck
The Nextant 604XT, the first business jet with touchscreen panel displays, has been approved by the FAA.
Aircraft
‘Wrong-way’ Landing Caps Successful RN Deck Trials
The Royal Navy's first deck trials campaigns with the F-35B aboard HMS Queen Elizabeth have come to a successful comclusion
Airlines
Indian Aviation Faces Headwinds
Consolidation of Indian airlines is inevitable as losses mount and capacity continues to increase.
Rotorcraft
Third Kopter SH09 Prototype Flies
Kopter Group announced the first flight of its third SH09 test helicopter this week.
ATC
New Chinese Airlines To Be Based at Tier 2 Airports
The new rule for Tier 2 airports was prompted by slot shortages at primary airports and airspace congestion.
Maintenance and Modifications
Bombardier Boosts Support in North America, Europe
Bombardier is adding a seventh European line service center and five more MRT trucks in North America.
ATC
Five European ANSPs Join Iris Pilot Program
The Iris program is a partnership with the European Space Agency (ESA), led by Inmarsat, to establish secure, high-bandwidth communications over Europe.
