Content Archive: January 2021

Regulations and Government

CDC Mandate Poses Questions for Bizav

A webinar focuses on ramifications of a decision to require recent negative Covid-19 test results from all air passengers entering the U.S.
Rotorcraft

Optionally Piloted K-Max To Begin Testing by Midyear

Kaman's optionally piloted vehicle module for the K-Max helicopter will enter ground and flight testing during the first half of 2021.
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Regulations and Government

Treasury Department Begins Processing PSP Requests

The Treasury Department has begun sending agreements to Part 135 carriers that applied for PSP support to cover worker compensation, NATA said.
Avionics

Hawker 800XP Flies with InSight Flight Deck

The Universal Avionics Hawker 800XP InSight flight deck upgrade adds new life to a popular business jet.
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Rotorcraft

"Defiant X" Enters U.S. Army FLRAA Derby

Sikorsky and Boeing unveiled a slicker version of their SB-1 “Defiant” for the U.S. Army's $40 billion future long range assault aircraft competition.
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Aircraft

EASA To Strengthen Safety Reviews of U.S.-certified Aircraft

The EU aviation safety regulator expects to clear the Boeing 737 Max to fly again in Europe shortly.
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Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Groups Urge Coordination for European Drone Integration

A cross-section of aviation groups issued an open letter to EU member states, urging further collaboration in a number of areas for drone integration.
Accidents

Drone Injures Helicopter Crewmember

Drone pierces windshield of Chilean Navy UH-57B, injuring front seat crewmember.
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Charter & Fractional

Vista Global's Charter Operations Finish 2020 Strong

The holding company of VistaJet and XO says it is entering the new year with "robust liquidity" and "broad access to capital."
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Rotorcraft

VFS Cancels In-person Forum 77

The Vertical Flight Society has canceled its annual in-person Forum gathering due to continuing covid concerns.