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AMAC's in-house supplemental type certificate for KA band installations to be used for two new clients

The next wave: Able Aerospace Services rolls out BELL 505 capabilities

Preparing for the next generation of modern rotor-wing maintenance requirements, Able Aerospace Services has rolled out comprehensive component assembly-level support for the Bell 505 helicopter. In conjunction with its full Bell 429 capabilities, this further bolsters Able as the go-to so...

Falcon 8X to Make First Appearance at Wings India

Dassault Aviation will showcase the ultra long-range Falcon 8X at this year’s edition of Wings India, India’s biggest civilian aviation exhibition. It will be the first appearance of the 6,450 nm/11,945 km trijet at this prestigious event, which opens on March 8 at Hyderabad Begumpet Air...

European Business Aviation Association Announces CEO Departure

EBAA and Brandon Mitchener Have Agreed to Part Ways; Association to Maintain Operational Continuity While Conducting Search for New Leader of the Secretariat The European Business Aviation Association today announced that Brandon Mitchener, Chief Executive Officer, has departed the Association. A search for a new leader of the Secretariat will be conducted. EBAA has a robust organisational s...

Kopter announces order of two Units from Safomar Aviation of South Africa

On Day 2 of HeliExpo 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada, Kopter Group AG announced that Safomar Aviation (PTY) LTD of South Africa has signed an order of two (2) units of the SH09 single turbine helicopter. Safomar is currently in advanced stage discussions with Kopter of a representation agreement for its products in South Africa which will include sales and after sales support and services for the fut...

EBACE 2018 - BACA sets the pace with a charity bike challenge around Lake Geneva Charity bike ride to raise funds for fly2help

In the days leading up to EBACE 2018 BACA, the Air Charter Association, in co-operation with PrivateFly and TAG Aviation, is organising a charity bike ride around Lake Geneva. “BACA Bikes The Lake” is open for all members of the business aviation industry to participate in and support this inspiring challenge. All sponsorship money raised is to be donated to BACA’s chosen c...

TAG Aviation Announces the Appointment of New Charter Manager for the UK

TAG Aviation Europe has today announced the appointment of Karl Mills as Charter Manager for the UK with immediate effect. In his new role Karl will be responsible for providing direction, training and development to the UK-based Charter team whilst overseeing the ongoing expansion of charter opportunities. Karl joined TAG Aviation Europe as a Charter Sales Executive in 2014 where most rec...

Safran Helicopter Engines introduces Expert link, new remote assistance service

At HAI Heli-Expo, Safran Helicopter Engines is launched Expert link, a new video assistance service, and announcing the first customers: Heli Austria, Rotortech Services Inc and Heligo. This new service allows the customer to connect, through a secure, live video feed, with Safran Helicopter Engines experts to facilitate technical diagnosis or guide them through a maintenance task. ...

Bombardier Global 7000 Aircraft Mock-up Heads to Singapore for Asia-Pacific Debut

A full-scale mock-up of the Global 7000 aircraft will be on display in Singapore for two weeks as of March 1, offering guests a rare opportunity to experience the unparalleled luxury of this unique business jet The Bombardier Global 7000 aircraft is in a class of its own, with four distinct living spaces, a fully-equipped kitchen and an exceptionally smooth ride The ...

Jet Aviation extends FAA approval for Falcon F7X/8X and F900 series in Hong Kong

Jet Aviation recently received approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) authorizing its MRO facility in Hong Kong to support 48- and 36-month inspections on N-registered Dassault Falcon 7X/8X and Falcon 900 series aircraft, respectively. As a fully Authorized Dassault Falcon Line Service Center, this approval permits the Jet Aviation maintenance facility in Hong Kong to...

First H160 orders for the North American market

Airbus Helicopters has signed the first order for four ACH160s with an undisclosed, North American customer. The launch customer, a major US business entity with extensive experience in corporate aviation, has opted for one aircraft to be delivered in Stylence by ACH configuration, the in-house, private and business design product line; with the remaining three aircraft t...

H135 receives FAA certification for Helionix avionics suite

Avionics system designed by Airbus Helicopters offers increased mission flexibility and safety Airbus Helicopters’ light-twin helicopter H135 has received the type certificate by the Federal Aviation Administration for its new Helionix cockpit. The avionics system designed by Airbus Helicopters offers operators increased mission flexibility and safety. Helionix is a family concept with st...

Dassault Aviation Launches Falcon 6X, Setting New Standard In Long-Range Large-Cabin Segment

Dassault Aviation unveiled the Falcon 6X, the most spacious, advanced and versatile twinjet in business aviation. This new 5,500 nm aircraft will make its first flight in early 2021 and begin deliveries in 2022. Pratt & Whitney Canada’s Pure®Power PW800 engines have been selected to power the Falcon 6X that offers the largest, quietest and most comfortable cabin of any aircraft in...

Pegaso firms up H175 follow-on order

Also becomes launch customer of the FlyScan data analysis software in the Americas Mexican Oil&Gas operator Transportes Aéreos Pegaso has signed for an additional H175, bringing to four the number of orders it has placed for this super-medium. Delivered in the summer of 2016, the first aircraft has been performing crew change missions for geo-s...

Airbus Helicopters partners with Blade to boost Urban Air Mobility business

Strategic alliance and investment in Blade will expand new market opportunities for on-demand helicopter services Airbus Helicopters and Fly Blade, Inc. (“Blade”), a digitally-powered aviation leader servicing 22 core routes in 7 U.S. states, have signed a strategic partnership to develop new premium on-demand helicopter flight experiences, paving the way for enhance...

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