News from July 2024
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI), a prominent name in Japanese aviation, has a storied history dating back to its early days as an aircraft builder before and during World War II.
FlightSafety International continues to advance its training programs for the Gulfstream G650 aircraft, maintaining a long-standing partnership with Gulfstream that dates back 50 years.
Efforts to address supply chain instability and quality assurance have led Boeing and Airbus to sign deals with Spirit AeroSystems, aiming to acquire interests in the company.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is set to receive a significant funding increase under the Fiscal Year 2025 budget, following approval by the House transportation, housing, and urban development (THUD) subcommittee.
Operational use of uAvionix’s situational awareness system commenced at Indianapolis (KIND) and Austin-Bergstrom (KAUS) airports.
Developments in airborne connectivity are progressing rapidly, with more options becoming available for business aviation and owner-flown aircraft.
Spirit AeroSystems has confirmed a merger agreement with The Boeing Company, where Boeing will acquire Spirit for $37.25 per share in Boeing common stock.
In all my years of flying, whether as an instructor/evaluator or simply a member of the crew, I’ve never seen a pilot win a fistfight with the autoflight. As I was nearly done writing this article in early May, the NTSB issued its preliminary report on the fatal accident involving a Daher TBM 700, N960LP, near Truckee, California, on March 30, 2024.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has released preliminary and final reports on several business aircraft accidents that occurred in 2024.
Prestwick, Scotland, renowned for its golf heritage, is preparing to host the British Open Championship at Royal Troon this month.
Universal Hydrogen, a U.S. startup, has announced its closure after failing to secure new investment.
Schiphol Airport is advancing its efforts in energy storage and electrification of ground equipment with the introduction of an Iron Flow Battery.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is set to release a new advisory circular (AC 136-B048) that may impact helicopter tour operations in Hawaii.
Yachting group Ferretti Group has announced a partnership with private flight provider Flexjet, granting its customers access to Flexjet's aircraft and helicopters.
Modern Aviation has announced its plans to expand at Denver's Centennial Airport (KAPA) by acquiring an existing hangar and office complex.
The founder and CEO of Jets MRO, Suresh Narayanan, has addressed the issue of mechanic turnover as a primary cause of work delays and late deliveries in business jet maintenance.
Gulfstream Aerospace celebrated the certification of its G700 flagship aircraft on March 30, after an extended approval process that lasted two years longer than expected.
Modern Aviation has announced a definitive purchase agreement to acquire two hangar and office structures from Floors and Doors at Centennial Airport.
Bas Gouverneur is set to become the new CEO of Daedalean, succeeding Luuk van Dijk, who will continue as executive chairman.
Aircare International is set to inaugurate a new flight crew emergency training facility in Las Vegas on July 15.