Mar 12 2024

X-1FBO elevates the FBO Industry with 2nd annual X-1 Approach FBO and User Conference Posted by RSS Feed

After the resounding success of the inaugural X-1 Approach FBO andamp; User Conference, X-1FBO

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Mar 12 2024

Japan's First Designer Series Bell 429 Helicopter Sold to Japan General Aviation Service Group Posted by Admin

Fort Worth, Texas (March 11, 2024) – Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced a signed purchase agreement for Japan’s first Designer Series Bell 429 helicopter to Japan General Aviation Service (JGAS). JGAS is a leading Japanese aerospace organization offering aircraft sales and aftermarket support services.

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Mar 12 2024

Archer and Falcon Aviation to Jointly Develop Vertiport Network in Dubai and Abu Dhabi for the Launch of Flying Car Operations in UAE as Soon as 2025 Posted by Admin

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Archer Aviation Inc. (NYSE: ACHR), a leader in electric flying cars, announced today that Falcon Aviation, a prominent Aviation Services Operator in the UAE, has been selected as their vertiport infrastructure partner for critical locations in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. This collaboration marks a significant step towards launching Archer's Midnight flying car with Falcon Aviation in the UAE and across the MENA region as soon as 2025.

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Mar 12 2024

NBAA announces recipients of 2024 Schedulers and Dispatchers Training Scholarships Posted by RSS Feed

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and its Schedulers andamp; Dispatchers (Sandamp;D)

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Mar 12 2024

NBAA announces recipients of 2024 Schedulers and Dispatchers Scholarship Awards Posted by RSS Feed

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and its Schedulers andamp; Dispatchers (Sandamp;D)

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Mar 12 2024

OPUL Jets – new private aviation charter brand launches in UK, Isle of Man and UAE Posted by RSS Feed

OPUL Jets is a new UK provider of private air charter services, commencing operations with an

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Mar 12 2024

Boeing turbulence worsens, plus United's rough week Posted by RSS Feed

This has been a tumultuous year for Boeing, beginning with a depressurization incident on Alaska

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Mar 12 2024

Avfuel, Neste extend SAF supply partnership Posted by RSS Feed

Avfuel Corporation and Neste have finalized a partnership to remain at the forefront of the SAF

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Mar 11 2024

U.S. Air Force Upgrading Litening Targeting Pods To New Large Aperture Variant Posted by RSS Feed

An F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 20th Fighter Wing, Shaw Air Force Base (AFB), takes off for

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Mar 11 2024

Farewell CT-155: RCAF Retires Hawks, Halting Pilot Training Within Canada Posted by RSS Feed

On March 8, 2024, the CT-155 Hawks of 419 TFTS made their last flight over the Canadian skies

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Mar 11 2024

FAA, NBAA weigh in on Biden budget proposal, aviation fuel tax hike Posted by RSS Feed

President Biden's 2025 budget request to Congress included several components relating to the

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Mar 11 2024

Archer, Falcon Aviation to develop vertiport network in UAE Posted by RSS Feed

Archer Aviation announced Monday it was teaming up with Falcon Aviation, an aviation services

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Mar 11 2024

Cutter Aviation, NBAA launch fuel program to aid in BizAv advocacy Posted by RSS Feed

Through a partnership with Cutter Aviation, the NBAA is launching the Fueling the Future program.

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Mar 11 2024

Bell Announces Weapon Systems Integration Lab Posted by Admin

Arlington, TX (March 11, 2024) – Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced today the Grand Opening of its Weapon System’s Integration Lab (WSIL) in Arlington, TX. The state-of-the-art facility will aid in in the safe, rapid, and efficient integration and test of a next generation fly-by-wire tiltrotor and mission systems using a modular open systems approach (MOSA) for the United States Army’s Future Long- Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA). 

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Mar 11 2024

NTSB opens docket on Wings Over Dallas midair - reveals visibility, positioning before deadly collision Posted by RSS Feed

The NTSB opened its public docket for the ongoing investigation into the midair at the Wings Over

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Mar 11 2024

VIP Notice - Saginaw, MI Posted by RSS Feed

Notice: Expect VIP movement March 14, 2024 in the vicinity of Saginaw, MI. Pilots can expect

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Mar 11 2024

SEI WELCOMES THE HONOURABLE PIERRE POILIEVRE TO ITS MANUFACTURING FACILITY Posted by Admin

Delta, B.C. – On Thursday, March 07, 2024, the management and staff of SEI Industries were delighted to host a visit from the Honourable Pierre Poilievre, Leader of the Official Opposition for Canada as well as the Hon. Kerry-Lynne D. Findlay, Hon. Bob Zimmer, Hon. Senator Yonah Martin, and candidate Jessy Sahota. The visit included a talk and tour of the company’s manufacturing facility in Delta, B.C.

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Mar 11 2024

COPTERSAFETY PREMIERES DOCUMENTARY SHORT FILM “FROM THE GROUND UP” AT HAI HELI-EXPO Posted by Admin

Anaheim, California – Coptersafety premieres “From the Ground Up” – a captivating documentary short film about helicopter pilots – at HAI Heli-Expo 2024.

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Mar 11 2024

NTSB Preliminary Report: Halloran Springs, CA Posted by Admin

On February 9, 2024, about 2208 Pacific standard time, an Airbus Helicopters EC 130B4 helicopter, N130CZ, was destroyed when it was involved in an accident near Halloran Springs, California. The two pilots and four passengers were fatally injured. The helicopter was operated by Orbic Air, LLC, as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 135 on-demand flight.

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Mar 11 2024

NTSB Preliminary Report: Hana, HI Posted by Admin

NTSB Preliminary Report: Hana, HI

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Mar 11 2024

Chris Algee to receive prestigious Schedulers and Dispatchers Outstanding Achievement and Leadership Award Posted by RSS Feed

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) will present longtime scheduler and licensed

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Mar 11 2024

AVL- Taxiway B Closure Posted by RSS Feed

Please be advised that AVL Taxiway B South of B3 will be closed from March 13, 2024  until

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Mar 11 2024

IAI Astra crashes short of runway, killing 5 Posted by RSS Feed

An IAI 1125 Astra SP jet (N1125A) crashed in rural Virginia on Saturday, killing all five people on

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Mar 11 2024

What are the 20 busiest private aviation airports in the United States? Posted by RSS Feed

Traveling by private jet offers the convenience and flexibility that commercial flying can never

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Mar 10 2024

RAF Red Arrows Celebrate Start Of Their 60th season With Original Folland Gnat In Formation Posted by RSS Feed

On March 8, 2024, the ex-RAF Folland Gnatt G-MOUR flew in formation with the Red Arrows (Photo:

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Mar 10 2024

Italian NH-90 Helicopters Achieve 5,000 Flight Hours In Iraq Posted by RSS Feed

Five Italian UH-90A helicopters perform a flypast over Erbil airport to mark the completion of 5,000

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Mar 09 2024

How to perform a soft field landing Posted by RSS Feed

Photo credit Divinity PriceWe previously discussed technique versus procedure for a power off 180

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Mar 08 2024

Sun N Fun is Gearing up for Their 50th Anniversary Air Show Posted by RSS Feed

Sun N Fun is gearing up for their 50th anniversary air show. The annual fly-in is a big draw for

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Mar 08 2024

Airbus Helicopters and SKYCO Leasing sign for six H175 helicopters Posted by Admin

Marignane, 8 March 2024 – Airbus Helicopters and SKYCO International Financial Leasing Co., Ltd., a state-owned enterprise belonging to China's Guangdong Province, have signed a contract for six H175 helicopters.

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Mar 08 2024

Jet Access joins SmartSky installation network Posted by RSS Feed

SmartSky, provider of the most advanced inflight air-to-ground (ATG) connectivity for business

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