Content Archive: May 2021

Rotorcraft

Astronics Secures STCs for Enhanced Vision on EC130s

FAA, EASA, and Transport Canada Civil Aviation have all approved the Max-Viz 1200 and 1400 aboard Airbus Helicopters EC130 B4s and T2s.
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Training and Workforce

AINsight: On the Precipice of Another Talent Shortage

The pilot shortage has already started, and business aviation needs a plan to retain and hire more flight crewmembers.
Airlines

Breeze Airways Set for Imminent Launch

David Neeleman’s latest airline startup begins service on May 27 to three midsize U.S. cities.
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Aircraft

'Royal Barge' Bizliner Robustness Tested by Pandemic

Covid has pressured bizliner activity in the Middle East, but the aircraft remain durable.
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Top Aces F-16 Fighter Cleared for Aggressor Duties

The training/adversary services provider is the first in the world to operate the fourth-generation F-16 on commercial services.
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Cabin Interior and Electronics

Connected Aircraft Transforming Industry, Leaders Say

The capability of connecting to aircraft is now widely available, boosting operations and maintainability, leaders said during EBACE Connect.
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Environment

Climate Expert Tells Aviation To Back Carbon Capture

Capturing carbon dioxide from aviation fuel consumption could have a far greater environmental benefit than current measures, but costs will be higher.
Aircraft

Luxaviation To Operate Commercial eVTOL Flights for Lilium

The European business aviation group will be responsible for all operational approvals, as well as managing flight crew, for the seven-seat eVTOL aircraft.
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Aircraft

GA Aircraft Deliveries Up or Flat in 1Q: GAMA

While first quarter general aviation aircraft delvieries either improved by segment or remained virtually the same as last year, industry billings rose.
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Aircraft

Wisk Asks Court To Stop Rival eVTOL over Theft Claims

Wisk is suing rival eVTOL aircraft developer Archer, alleging theft of its intellectual property and trade secrets relating to a five-seat air taxi model.
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