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Rotorcraft

Caribbean's Nevis Island Now Has Helicopter Service

The Nevis Tourism Authority has partnered with Caribbean Helicopters to link with Antigua via 20-minute weekend flights
Rotorcraft

Life Flight Network To Take Two More AW119Kx Rotorcraft

EMS providers fleet will increase to 21 Leonardo aircraft by year end
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Jeppesen Updates Charts; Offers Dispatcher Training

eppesen is promoting a pair of new initiatives here at the NBAA show. First, the Boeing subsidiary has enhanced its standard instrument departure (SID)

Thales Introduces FlytLINK Global Connectivity Platform

System will operate with current Iridium network, then transfer to Next satellite network in 2018.
Training and Workforce

Flight Research Introes High-Mach Upset Training

The Mojave, Calif., company has added upset recognition and recovery training in a Northtop F-5 fighter jet.
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Training and Workforce

FlyRight Donating a King Air 350 Type Rating Course to Able Flight

FlyRight donating a King Air 350 type rating course to Able Flight
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Accidents

Pence Uninjured in La Guardia Runway Overrun

The vice presidential candidate's Boeing 737 traveled through the arrestor bed on LGA's Runway 22.
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Greenpoint at Work on 777-200LR Luxury Air Yacht

Crystal AirCruises will deploy the Boeing on two-, three- and four-week cruises to exotic locations.
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Aircraft

Lam's Modified Wing Boosts Columbia Performance

The modified wing, the LAM Aero System, improves performance the company claims.
Aircraft

Beechcraft Honors U.S. Bonanza Society with Custom G36

Paint and interior commemorate 50th year of the aircraft owners’ group.
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Aircraft

Utility Kitbuilt Bearhawk Has a New Reason To Cheer

Latest ‘Bravo’ model is faster and has a more docile stall, thanks to a new Riblett airfoil.
Maintenance and Modifications

Hartzell Ups Ante on Top Prop Warranties

Coverage now extends up to the first recommended overhaul.
Maintenance and Modifications

Blackhawk Scores with 20th XP140 Caravan Engine Upgrade

Less than a year after receiving its STC, Blackhawk has been highly successful with its engine-upgrade program.

EAA Hosting Job Fair at AirVenture

The week-long event is open to anyone looking to explore opportunities in aviation.
Aircraft

Rans Newest Kit Will Be a Fast-build Project

Prototype of the S-21 Outbound is still under construction, but details will be available at AirVenture
Aircraft

Airbus Statospheric Glider Headed to Andes

Last year’s AirVenture star on its way for further high-altitude testing.
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Engines

Five-blade Composite Prop Boosts Evolution Performance

The propeller is lighter weight and increases speed, among other things.
Aircraft

D8 'Ultra-Efficient Commercial Aircraft' Forges Ahead

The aim of the project is to maximize the efficiency of commercial aircraft.
Engines

GE Signs a Pair of Maintenance Deals

Engine maker inks deals with Lufthansa Technik and StandardAero.
Engines

LHT Joins P&W Mx Network

German MRO has become a principal provider of mobile servicing for P&W engines.
Engines

Avio Aero Teams With Iones for Korean KF-X Program

The partners will be design a new gearbox for GE F414 engines.

GKN Aerospace Honors Top Suppliers

SC Aerostar of Romania takes top award as premier supplier of the year
Aircraft

IAI Toasts 10th Shipset of Lightning II Wing Components

Contract calls for 811 pairs through 2034 valued at $2 billion.
Aircraft

Legacy 450 Bizjet Stretches Its Legs

Range extended by 329 nautical miles, to 2,904 nm.
Aircraft

Qatar Executive Orders Three More G650ERs

When delivered, the three additional aircraft will make Qatar the largest G650 operator in the world
Aircraft

Alcoa Says Bring On Those Aerospace Materials Challenges

U.S. company has always led the way in aluminum for aerospace but it is investing heavily in additive manufacturing and other “disruptive” technology.
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Aircraft

New Funding Drives International Growth for Hexcel

Connecticut-based manufacturing specialist secures $700 million in financing after expanding into Morocco and opening revamped facility in the UK.
Aircraft

Falcon 50 Does Impromptu Airshow over Cruise Ship

A maritime patrol Dassault Falcon 50 gave cruise passengers a thrill, and a bit of a scare, with this low pass caught on video by a young passenger.
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Safety

Airline Community Unites to Combat Pilot Mental Health Issues

Representatives from airlines, government, safety groups and pilots' unions find common ground
Maintenance and Modifications

JETS Bournemouth Gets NetJets Work

Company’s UK south coast operation is now able to help support fractional operator’s European Phenom 300 fleet.