Content Archive: June 2019

Avionics

Garmin Mainstreams G3X Touch in Part 23 Airplanes

FAA certification of Garmin's G3X Touch displays means that owners of older aircraft have lower-cost options for big safety improvements.
Maintenance and Modifications

Garmin Adds Turbine Engine Monitoring on TXi Displays

EIS capability on Garmin's TXi displays is now available for PT6A-powered single-engine turboprops.
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Aircraft

Delays Lengthen for 737 Max Return to Service

A new issue found during simulator testing will required further work to update the 737 Max's flight control software.
Avionics

FAA Issues STC with More Options for Part 25 ADS-B

A new FreeFlight Systems STC offers ADS-B compliance for MST 67A-equipped Part 25 jets.
Charter & Fractional

Gama Aviation Signature Teams Up with Windsor Jet

The alliance will extend Gama's reach in the heavy jet segment while providing Windsor with access to resources, expertise, and experience.
Rotorcraft

NTSB: Non-IFR Rated NYC Helicopter Crash Pilot Was Lost

The pilot of the AW109E that crashed atop a New York high-rise reported he was lost, flew erratically in low visibility
Aircraft

UK F-35s Conduct First Operational Sorties

No weapons are believed to have been dropped, but the RAF's F-35s have now joined those of Israel and the U.S. on combat duty.
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Regulations and Government

FAA Administrator Nominee Dickson Defends Disclosures

Dickson said he did not disclose a whistleblower complaint because he was named a party to it and said actions of Delta were appropriate at the time.
Charter & Fractional

Vista Global Blends XOJet, JetSmarter into XO

The new company will provide a digital platform for ease of use.
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Regulations and Government

NATA's Dempsey Calls For Grassroots Outreach in Keynote

NATA president Gary Dempsey was the keynote speaker at Wichita Aero Club luncheon yesterday.