Content Archive: August 2019

Safety

Alaska's Medallion Program To Shutter

The foundation cited funding shortfalls and concerns that its programs are poised to create potential liability issues for participants.
Aircraft

Asset Insight Expands Free Access to Aircraft Data

In its latest move, Asset Insight is making available free access to an aircraft's direct operating costs.
Aircraft

UAC Bullish on Narrowbodies but Sees Innovation Gap

Russian aircraft manufacturer United Aircraft sees a relative lack of highly innovative product offerings until the 2040s.
Aircraft

Virgin Australia Losses Trigger Management Shakeup

Virgin Australia reports its seventh consecutive annual loss and braces for deep restructuring.
Regulations and Government

DOT's Cert Committee Encompasses Spectrum of Industry

DOT Secretary Elaine Chao appointed 22 members, including 20 stakeholders to the new committee.
Aircraft

NBAA Sets 2020 Regional Forums Schedule, Cities

The forums typically attract about 2,500 attendees and include 150 indoor exhibits and a static display of about 35 aircraft.
Environment

Avfuel To Offer SAF at Jackson Hole Aviation Next Week

Avfuel will make 7,300 gallons of sustainable aviation fuel available to turbine business aircraft operators at Jackson Hole Aviation early next week.
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Safety

FAA: Time for Pilots To Brush Up On Weather Analysis

An abundance of weather information is only as good as the pilot who can interpret it and incorporate it into his or her preflight planning.
Rotorcraft

Bell 505 Fleet Reaches 20,000 Hours

Bell has delivered 200 of its 505 light singles to customers on six continents
Aircraft

More Customers Surface for MC-21 as It Debuts at MAKS

The Russian-made narrowbody participates in the MAKS 2019 show’s flying displays.
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