Maintenance and Modifications
News and issues about aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), covering all segments of the aviation industry; and modifications for aircraft and engines. Subjects include product support of aircraft, engines and avionics, MRO company mergers, acquisitions, announcements and personnel, Airworthiness Directives, Supplemental Type Certificate approvals and other topics.
FBOs
Hawker Pacific Second Shanghai FBO Gets CIQ
While business aviation activity is increasing in China, AsBAA is focusing on Asia as a whole with various regional chapters being formed.
Maintenance and Modifications
Web Manuals Touts Digitized Doc Management
Norwegian firm’s electronic libraries track all aviation publication revisions, keeping clients up to date and compliant
Maintenance and Modifications
Tamarack Adding Citation 560XL Series to Winglet Applications
Tamarack turns to 560XL as it closes in on STCs for the CJ2/3 families.
Avionics
Esterline To Supply SVS Display for Primus Elite Upgrade
SVS-Primus upgrade pairing has FAA, EASA and ANAC approvals.
Aircraft
Global Aviation Technologies Unveils Premier 1A Upgrade
Enhancements, priced at under $480,000, boost payload, range.
Avionics
Astronics Ballard Unveils AID/Server/Router Box
Multiple functions make adding data capabilities easier.
Maintenance and Modifications
Learjet Legacy Network Makes Debut
Launched by GlobalParts, the new brand looks to draw the legacy Learjet user community together.
Aircraft
Latest JetNet iQ Industry Survey Offers Hopeful Signs
Things definitely could be worse, but for the time being, stability seems to be a good thing.
Maintenance and Modifications
Elliott Intros Maintenance App, Cabin Lights and Electronic Shades
Elliott Connect maintenance app allows customers to monitor work in progress, and has been successfully tested
Maintenance and Modifications
Gulfstream Launches Aircraft Ownership Service
AOS enables aircraft owners, flight departments and management companies to customize aircraft services for their needs.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
StandardAero Completes Alto Install on Falcon 900EX
System was installed during routine maintenance visit.
Aircraft
Safe Flight Tests AoA Indicator Aboard Viking Twin Otter
The new AoA system may enhance the Twin Otter's already-legendary STOL capabilities
Aircraft
Blackhawk Unveils King Air 350ER Engine Upgrade Program
Latest XP67A kit targets special-mission operators.
Maintenance and Modifications
Textron Aviation Expanding Apps for 1Call
The 1Call center is picking up customers and helping provide visibility for Textron Aviation on better distribution of mobile teams and other resources.
Aircraft
Duncan Aviation Offering Flat-rate LoPresti BoomBeam Installs
The installation work can be done as ADS-B and other installations are performed on customer aircraft at Duncan's satellite shops.
Engines
BLR Celebrates Whisper Prop Milestone
Supplier MT-Propeller's 20,000th constant speed unit was installed as part of the company's Whisper Prop system.
Avionics
Honeywell Marks 100th JetWave Installation
The Inmarsat Ka-band satellite-based system offers global bandwidth up to 15 Mbps.
Maintenance and Modifications
Permagard Levels to $30 Billion in Coating Protected Assets
Permagard delivers cutting edge coating across air ways from the freezing temperatures in Scandinavia to the damaging sunrays of the Middle East.
Maintenance and Modifications
Aeroparts Launches Aircraft Parts eCommerce Site
Company aims to be "the Amazon of aircraft parts" and simplify connection between buyers and sellers
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
AMS Cayman Signs Leasing Accord with MLR
Two companies bring vast experience in airliner and business jet management with a focus on airliners leased by non-scheduled operators.
Maintenance and Modifications
Duncan Aviation Offers Video Calls To Reach Remote Experts
Customers can have face-to-face conversations with Duncan Aviation experts around the country.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
TAG Aviation Expands Geneva Cabin Capabilities
Swiss company has bolstered its European cabin refurbishment services at Geneva Airport.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Hampton Aviation Soups Up King Air with new A/C, eABS
Arkansas company has brought an upgraded King Air to NBAA static to demo aircon and braking systems.
Maintenance and Modifications
JSSI Unveils Starr Aviation Collaboration
The new agreement helps clients save money and time on maintenance events involving engines and APUs.
Maintenance and Modifications
Greenpoint Companies Tout ADS-B, BBJ 787 Cabin Installs
Two Zodiac Aerospace units showcase their respective MRO and executive aircraft cabin completion capabilities
Maintenance and Modifications
Global Jet Marks 25th Year, Inks Textron Pact
As it hits the quarter-century mark, Global Jet Services enters a new partnership agreement with TRU Simulation + Training.
Engines
Rolls-Royce Continues to Improve Top-End Service
UK engine manufacturer is working hard to maximize engine support for Gulfstream, Bombardier and Embraer fleets it powers.
Maintenance and Modifications
JSSI Launches New Services Portfolio
Appraisals, maintenance management offered.
Maintenance and Modifications
MROinsider Showcases Simplified Maintenance Searches
New site enables owner/operators to find the Mx help they need quickly.
Aircraft
Western Aircraft Reaches $1 Billion in Aircraft Sales
The company unveils new retrofit options
