Content Archive: December 2022

Engines

Engine Makers Team on Contamination Research

Pratt & Whitney and Rolls-Royce participate in Virginia Tech program studying the impact of environmental contaminants on aircraft engines.
Aircraft

United Turns to Boeing for Reboot of Long- and Short-haul Fleet

The U.S. airline will add up to 200 of Boeing 787 Dreamliner to its fleet and 100 of the 737 Max single-aisle jets in a deal worth at least $65 billion.
Aircraft

Pilatus Aircraft Delivers Last PC-6 Porter

Pilatus marked the end of a 63-year production run for the PC-6 Porter on Dec. 12, 2022, with the last delivery of the venerable turboprop single.
Environment

LanzaJet Announces Milestone in SAF Plant Construction

Sustainable fuel technology pioneer LanzaJet is nearing completion of its Georgia facility which will bring SAF production to the U.S. East Coast.

Airbus Survey Predicts Higher Corporate Bizav Usage in 2023

A recent survey by Airbus among corporate aircraft using companies predicts higher usage in 2023.
Regulations and Government

Massachusetts Man Sentenced for Piloting without License

Despite having his pilots license pulled by the FAA, a Massachusetts man continued to fly a helicopter, earning himself a prison sentence.

NBAA Offers Small Operator Online Educational Series

NBAA's Small Flight Department Subcommittee developed an online course series to help smaller operators meet the unique challenges that they may face.

2022 MEBAA Show Hailed as a Success

MEBAA 2022 drew attendees from more than 95 countries and more than 100 exhibitors, with the show host deeming the show a success.
Aircraft

Elvis's Jet Hits the Auction Block Again

A Lockheed Jetstar, one of two once owned by the late Elvis Presley, will feature in an auction in January.
Environment

Belgium’s Noise and Emissions Tax Includes Bizjets

Belgium is imposing taxes on noise and emissions of aircraft, including business jets, operating short-hop flights to or from Brussels Airport.