Content Archive: March 2024

Engines

FAA Consults on Special Conditions for Safran Electric Engine

The EngineUs family of electric motors has been selected for several new aircraft
Avionics

Garmin's Citation CJ2 Avionics Upgrade Nears Approval

The retrofit will include TXi flight displays, GTN Xi navigators, GFC 600 digital autopilot
Cabin Interior and Electronics

AMI Aviation Demos King Air Starlink Satcom

Broadband low-earth-orbit satcom delivers high-speed service
Training and Workforce

AIN Corporate Aviation Leadership Summit

CALS is an invitation-only event for Corporate Aviation Leaders. CALS East will be held July 15-17, 2024 at the Westin Newport Jersey City, NJ. Click here to learn more.
Maintenance and Modifications

Philippines' ACTSI Gets FAA Nod for Wheel and Tire Shop

Service complements sheet metal and battery repair capabilities
Maintenance and Modifications

PWI Earns Approval for Lear 35/36 LED Cabin Lighting

The systems require no modifications for use on the light jets
Regulations and Government

Florida Case Alleges Aviation Fuel Pricing Fraud against Travolta Company

Pilots allegedly embezzled nearly $800,000 from Travolta business
Training and Workforce

Aerocor Sees 20% Rise in New Eclipse Pilot Training

Company reports a growing number of first-time Eclipse owners
Charter & Fractional

Digital Checkout Added to Charter Flight Quote Platform

Software integration expected to streamline flight quote and payment process
Aircraft

Joby's eVTOL Aircraft Coming to MacDill Air Force Base

Operational testing will begin at MacDill in 2025