BAE Model HP.137 Jetstream Mk.1, Jetstream Series 200, Jetstream Series 3101, and Jetstream Model 3201 airplanes (Docket No. 2002-CE-14-AD) - proposes to require repetitive inspections of the horizontal and vertical stabilizer attachment fittings and associated hardware for corrosion and wear. If damage is found, this proposed AD also would require repair or replacement of the damaged parts. This proposed AD is the result of mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by the airworthiness authority for the United Kingdom.
The Stock Symbol for Mooney Aerospace Group, Ltd. has changed from AASI to MASG. The company was previously known as Advanced Aerodynamics&Structures, Inc. It acquired the assets of Mooney Aircraft Corp. of Kerrville, Texas earlier this year (BA, June 24/295).
Raytheon Aircraft Charter And Management expanded its charter fleet with three more aircraft: a Beechjet 400A based in Plymouth, Mass.; a Learjet 35A in Kenosha, Wis.; and, a Challenger 604 in Opa Locka, Fla. Raytheon Aircraft has offered charter for more than 40 years.
HONEYWELL deployed its data link weather ground station network on the West Coast, expanding its coverage with seven new installations in California. "This expansion represents the beginning of the first affordable nationwide real-time weather data link system for general aviation pilots," said Dan Barks, director of marketing for Honeywell business, regional and general aviation. "We expect the U.S. to be completely covered by mid-2003." The Honeywell network comprises ground stations throughout the U.S.
Aerospace Products International signed a multi-year agreement with Gulfstream to provide logistics services for the business jet manufacturer's aftermarket product support program. API, a First Aviation Services subsidiary, will provide Gulfstream with "aerospace aftermarket information technology" and "worldwide logistics capabilities," said Jerry Schlesinger, API president and CEO.
Embraer officials expect to win certification for the Legacy business jet within the next six weeks, barring any last-minute delays. The Legacy, a corporate variant of the ERJ-135 regional jet, was slotted to compete as a lower-priced alternative to the Fairchild Dornier Envoy 7, but the Brazilian-built aircraft will benefit from the demise of the German program.
ADAM AIRCRAFT'S A500 TAKES FIRST FLIGHT - Adam Aircraft Industries' first A500 Carbon Aero aircraft completed a 40-minute first flight from Centennial Airport in Englewood, Colo. last month. Test pilots conducted a series of aircraft handling and engine performance tests at an altitude of 12,500 feet.
Cessna Aircraft won an order from the Louisiana State Department of Agriculture and Forestry for 18 Skylane 182s. The aircraft, slated for delivery in 2003, will be used for forest fire surveillance. Twin City Aviation, a Cessna Sales Team Authorized Representative (CSTAR), negotiated the contract. The Louisiana State Department of Agriculture and Forestry has operated Cessna aircraft for about 30 years and currently has older Cessna 172s and 182s in its fleet.
The U.S. Customs Service last month began notifying commercial operators that it is raising the minimums on bonds required for international travel to $75,000. Some operators, who have few international flights, previously were required to obtain only $25,000 bonds. The increase in minimums comes at a time when insurance companies - which issue a significant percentage of the bonds - have already dramatically raised their rates.
Privatair added an executive Boeing 737-300 to its charter fleet. Designed with a forward cabin configured in a four-club layout, the U.S.-registered aircraft can seat up to 44 people for executive group travel. The aircraft has a bar area in the center, and the forward section can be divided off for privacy.
Bombardier's Learjet business jet manufacturing operation in Wichita laid off another 150 employees Friday, continuing a trend that began after last September's terrorist attacks on the U.S. Last week's reductions include 115 production workers and another 35 employees in other areas of the Wichita plant. A spokesman said the layoffs reflect a decision to reduce production rates of the company's line of business jets because of softness in the market. The company is trying to cut costs wherever it can with the aim of maintaining as many jobs as possible.
Aerospace and defense industry officials testified before Congress last week that changes in the tax provisions of U.S. export law could cost the industry thousands of jobs and millions of dollars.
A hurried effort to rush through the Senate confirmation of Marion Blakey as Jane Garvey's successor as FAA Administrator fell short Thursday, leaving the nation's top civil aviation post in the hands of veteran FAA executive Monte Belger.
Telair International won a contract from Simair to provide a newly developed and patented composite material to Avions de Transport Regional (ATR) for hardening the cockpit doors on ATR regional aircraft already in service. The initial order calls for the production of 105 door sets. Telair, a subsidiary of Teleflex Inc., said the new composite material weighs less than other hardening agents and is resistant to bullets, blunt force impacts and fire.
Jan Calloway was appointed manager of business development at Thunder Aviation of Chesterfield, Mo. She will manage advertising and public relations and work to build market presence and maintain customer relations. Calloway, who has 19 years of administrative and marketing experience, was most recently an assistant to the president of a St. Louis aviation company.
Federal Aviation Administration and the Alaska Aviation Coordination Council are co-sponsoring the International Advanced Aviation Technologies Conference Aug. 20-23 in Anchorage, Alaska. The conference will cover new and emerging technologies such as Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B), which is designed to enhance situational awareness. More information about the conference can be accessed at www.akavcc.org/iaatc2002.
Federal Aviation Administration and the Alaska Aviation Coordination Council are co-sponsoring the International Advanced Aviation Technologies Conference Aug. 20-23 in Anchorage, Alaska. The conference will cover new and emerging technologies such as Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B), which is designed to enhance situational awareness. More information about the conference can be accessed at www.akavcc.org/iaatc2002.
Embraer officials expect to win certification for the Legacy business jet within the next six weeks, barring any last-minute delays. The Legacy, a corporate variant of the ERJ-135 regional jet, was slotted to compete as a lower-priced alternative to the Fairchild Dornier Envoy 7, but the Brazilian-built aircraft will benefit from the demise of the German program.
The Federal Aviation Administration's latest proposal to extend drug and alcohol testing to all "tiers" of maintenance providers would mark a major change of policy that could cost the industry millions of dollars annually without measurable safety justification, 15 aviation trade association and company representatives agreed in joint comments strongly opposing the move. The comments, filed Monday, came in response to a Feb.
BAE Model HP.137 Jetstream Mk.1, Jetstream Series 200, Jetstream Series 3101, and Jetstream Model 3201 airplanes (Docket No. 2002-CE-14-AD) - proposes to require repetitive inspections of the horizontal and vertical stabilizer attachment fittings and associated hardware for corrosion and wear. If damage is found, this proposed AD also would require repair or replacement of the damaged parts. This proposed AD is the result of mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by the airworthiness authority for the United Kingdom.
Lufthansa Bombardier Aviation Services completed its first retrofit on a Bombardier Learjet 31A business jet to meet JAR-OPS Part 1 requirements. JAR-OPS Part 1 establishes certification requirements for equipment and operation of civilian aircraft operating under a commercial Air Operator Certificate in European countries registered with the Joint Aviation Authorities.
Charles Hughes was named vice president of client relations at Executive Jet Management. He will work on the maintenance, pilot and operations needs for aircraft management clients. Hughes was previously a charter services manager for the company. Executive Jet Management, a NetJets company, put in place a new client relations program two years ago on a trial basis and recently made the program permanent.
Pratt&Whitney Canada won type certification for its new PW306C turbofan engine from both Transport Canada and FAA. The PW306C is flat rated to 5,686 pounds of thrust.
Raytheon Aerospace LLC signed an agreement with Central Flying Service (CFS) of Little Rock, Ark. to lease a 19,000-square-foot aircraft hangar and office on the Little Rock Airport (LIT). Raytheon said the Little Rock facility will be used to service and maintain Beech 1900s under contract with Air Midwest. Raytheon expects the LIT base to employ about 30 aircraft specialists and operate seven days a week. Raytheon Aerospace is headquartered in Madison, Miss. near Jackson.
The Federal Aviation Administration's latest proposal to extend drug and alcohol testing to all "tiers" of maintenance providers would mark a major change of policy that could cost the industry millions of dollars annually without measurable safety justification, 15 aviation trade association and company representatives agreed in joint comments strongly opposing the move. The comments, filed Monday, came in response to a Feb.
