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Engines

Rolls-Royce Buttresses CorporateCare Service Network

The Rolls-Royce worldwide authorized service center roster now numbers 72.
Charter & Fractional

Three NetJets Companies Combine 360 Degrees of Expertise

From simple charter to full aircraft ownership, this NetJets-parented trio has the bases covered.
Accidents

EBAA Bestows Service and Safety Awards

Two luminaries lauded for service to business aviation, and six companies take honors for accident-free records at EBACE 2017.
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Maintenance and Modifications

GKN Rebrands VIP Completions Business Unit Fokker Techniek

The new business entity remains basically unchanged, but its public identity is more easily focused on core activities.
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Airports

Two Paris-area Airports Get New Approach Procedures

New capabilities bring potential for increased charter flying.
Fuel

Avfuel Enthused by European Traffic Surge

A combination of partnerships and adding new strategic locations has Avfuel's numbers up and running.
Charter & Fractional

Nomad Adds Two Ultra-long-range Jets to Its Roster

A Gulfstream G650 and Bombardier Global XRS are joining the Nomad Aviation fleet.
Avionics

Universal’s LPV Payback Calculator Helps Support Avionics Upgrades

Knowing more precisely how much operators will save will help solidify the decision to re-equip
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Accidents

Learjet 35A in Fatal Crash at Teterboro

Both pilots were killed when the twinjet crashed in a warehouse area a quarter mile short of Runway 1 in gusty winds. No one on the ground was injured.

AIN Blog: Musings on U.S. Bizav's Relationship with China

As we struggle with helping boost bizav in China, it might be worth noting that there was a time when the Chinese were grateful for U.S. intervention.

Preowned Update: April 2017

AircraftPost founder notes market shift to North America, and resulting change in focus.
Aircraft

Textron Announces Online Build-your-own TTx Feature

Buyers choose paint, interior, avionics options and other extras.
Aircraft

Two Latest Mooney Models Get FAA Papers

Turbo Ovation Ultra and normally aspirated Acclaim Ultra expected to begin deliveries "almost immediately."
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Airports

Signature Files Part 16 Action over SNA FBO Decision

Despite finishing as the top scorer in the county's evaluation process, Signature was shut out of the leasehold award
Maintenance and Modifications

Bombardier Adds Five New Maintenance Stations

With some 1,000 technicians worldwide, the Canadian OEM has increased support locations by more than 50 percent.
Airports

NBAA-led Group Files Motion To Halt SMO Closure

Along with five other airport stakeholders, NBAA said the FAA "disregarded" key steps in settling with the city.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Dassault Introduces 3D Virtual Maintenance Training

New system enables trainees to virtually peel away aircraft skin and structure to “see” parts and systems up close.
Regulations and Government

N.Y. Senator Calls for Probe into 'Small Plane' Accidents

Charles Schumer (D-NY) has asked the NTSB for a "top-to-bottom" review of increased danger from light aircraft
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Aircraft

Third PC-24 Prototype Makes First Flight

"Series conforming" twinjet joins flight test program, with certification expected in Q4 2017
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Avionics

Garmin Engineers Shot in Kansas, One Dead

A man who shouted "Get out of my country," opened fire on the two employees, who came from India.
Security

Bird Aerosystems Announces Anti-missile Protection Pod

Already in service, the system is able to detect incoming air-to-air and surface-to-air threats.
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JetNet Pre-owned Stats Show Disappointment, and Hope

It remains a buyer’s market, but just barely, and 2017 could be the year the balance shifts.

TNA Releases Towbarless Tug for Up To Midsize Jets

Electric tug also works on helicopters and tailwheel aircraft
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CAA Partners with World Fuel on International Services

Contract fuel customers can now access WFS’s dedicated internet and phone support network for more than 2,050 locations.
Airports

NJ Airport Offers Free Intro Flights to Local Youth

Up and Coming Monmouth County Executive (KBLM) partners with flight school on free lessons for township kids aged eight to 17.

TBM 900 to Get G1000NXi; 2016 Delivery Stats

Turboprop singles will have updated avionics; while North America dominated the delivery schedule for last year.
Airports

New Jersey’s Solberg Airport Keeps Winning in Court

Latest ruling grants legal fee reimbursement from township over unfair zoning ordinance

Cirrus Delivers First Vision Jet

Arkansas real estate developer takes keys; Cirrus opens Duluth "finishing center" as part of the festivities
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XOJet Partners with Etihad Airways on Joint Services

Passengers from both companies will receive special benefits
Aircraft

Global 7000 First Flight Signals Program Progress

After a two-year hiatus, the ultra-long-range bizjet is back on track for 2018 service entry.
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