Content Archive: June 2022

Aircraft

Spanish Airline Plans Airship Services From 2026

Air Nostrum says it plans to be the launch operator for Hybrid Air Vehicles' 100-seat Airlander 10 airship on domestic routes of up to around 265 miles.
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Engines

Rolls-Royce's Engine Mx Program Reaches Milestone

Rolls-Royce has signed the 1,000th CorporateCare Enhanced engine maintenance program contract.
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Regulations and Government

FAA's Nolen Stresses Need To 'Recommit' to Bilaterals

Acting administrator Nolen discussed a range of issues during the FAA-EASA Safety Conference, but emphasized the need for collaboration.
Maintenance and Modifications

Duncan Named Authorized Mx Center for Saft Batteries

The Saft authorization extends to Duncan Aviation’s full-service MRO facilities and several of its satellite shops.
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Waguespack Leaving Full-time Role at NATA

Ryan Waguespack, who is pursuing a new opportunity, joined NATA as a senior v-p in 2018 and has spearheaded its fight against illegal charter.
Aircraft

Airbus's New Long-Range A321XLR Makes First Flight

The A321XLR single-aisle airliner is intended to serve commercial airline routes as long as 4,700 nm when it enters service in 2024.
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Aircraft

Otto Reveals Plan for Hydrogen-powered 19-Seat Celera

Otto Aviation has confirmed plans for a 19-seat, hydrogen-powered version of its Celera aircraft that could be operated on flights of up to 1,000 nm.
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Safety

Venturous Capital Acquires Aviation Safety Firm Wyvern

Private aviation safety risk management company Wyvern has been acquired by U.S.-based private investment firm Venturous Capital.
Avionics

Garmin Celebrates 25,000 Flight Deck Milestone

In 2003, Garmin unveiled the G1000 integrated avionics suite, changing the way pilots fly.
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Flying Colours Appoints Thurman GM of St. Louis MRO

Flying Colours has promoted Joe Thurman to general manager at its Spirit of St. Louis, Missouri location.
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