Content Archive: March 2023

Rotorcraft

Avionics Makers Hold Key to Extending Helicopter Lifespans

Cockpit upgrades help helicopters maintain economic viability and avoid obsolescence.
Garmin avionics upgrade AS350 helicopter
Charter & Fractional

Abu Dhabi Aviation Coming to Americas

An oil and gas champion, Abu Dhabi Aviation is also finding viable uses for the aging elements of its fleet.
Abu Dhabi Aviation fleet
Rotorcraft

Viola Pushes For Tighter Coordination Between Rotorcraft, AAM

HAI CEO Viola sees opportunities at Heli-Expo to raise awareness on the similarities and need to better coordinate between rotorcraft and AAM.
James Viola, HAI president and CEO
Finance, Taxes, Insurance

Brighter Market Outlook Prompts Airbus To Upgrade Helicopters

The next two decades will see rising rotorcraft demand across multiple sectors, according to the latest market forecast from Airbus Helicopters.
Airbus Helicopters H125 single-engine helicopters.

GAMA Joins Daher on International Internship Program

GAMA has partnered with Daher on an internship program that provides two students an opportunity to spend eight weeks in Tarbes, France.
students looking at engine under cowling on Daher aircraft
Airlines

Airlines Fight New Flight Caps at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

A group of airlines and IATA are taking the Dutch government to court to prevent a limit on the number of flight movements at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Airlines

Lufthansa Eyes TAP Acquisition As Talks Continue Over ITA Deal

The German group achieved a financial turnaround in 2022 recording a €1.5 billion operating profit, even though most of its airlines remained loss-making.
Lufthansa A320 aircraft.
Aircraft

AAIB Issues Safety Guidance in Wake of CL604 Flap Mishap

The UK AAIB is urging life limits for four relays and reassessment of the 600-series Challenger flap system following an uncommanded flap extension event.
Challenger 600 on landing approach with flaps extended
Regulations and Government

Republicans Urge Biden To Withdraw FAA Nomination

Republican leaders argue that since the FAA administrator must be a civilian, the White House nomination does not qualify and should be withdrawn.
Aerial view of U.S. Capitol building illuminated at night

BBGA: Bizav Must Fight Back Against Misinformation

The British Business and General Aviation Association asserts that the industry must be more outspoken about environmental achievements and goals.
Rana Walker, co-founder and principal consultant for business development and crisis management firm GR&AT