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The Weekly of Business Aviation, April 27, 2020

VOL. 105 NO. 17 April 27, 2020
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Forecasts/Industry Data

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What Effects Will COVID-19 Have On Bizav? Leaders Weigh In (Part 2)

Apr 22, 2020
In the midst of a COVID-19 pandemic and future recovery, what are the biggest concerns of business aviation leaders now?
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Bizjet Results Could Worsen In 2Q Before Recovery, Analyst Says

Apr 21, 2020
Business jet results in the first quarter of 2020 have been “hammered by COVID-19,” and results could worsen in the second quarter before a potential recovery in the second half of the year, Cowen analyst Cai von Rumohr wrote in a note to investors.

Programs

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Aerion Picks Florida For Supersonic Aircraft Plant

Apr 24, 2020
After a two-year search, aircraft developer Aerion Supersonic has selected Melbourne, Florida as the future site for the development, production and…
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Textron Delivers Citation Latitudes For Flight Inspection Service

Apr 22, 2020
Textron Aviation has delivered two Cessna Citation Latitude midsize business jets configured for flight inspection missions to Kanematsu Corp., owned by the Japan Air Self-Defense Force.
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China’s EHang Plans First Dedicated E-port For eVTOL

Apr 23, 2020
China’s EHang has partnered with the city of Hezhou in Guangxi province to build the first dedicated vertiport for its autonomous air vehicles.

Intelligence

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Textron Aviation Marks 10 Years Of Citation CJ4

Apr 24, 2020
Items of interest to professionals in the business aviation industry.

Services

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CAE Recalling 1,500 Laid-Off Workers To Produce Ventilators

Apr 20, 2020
CAE, a Canadian manufacturer of aviation training simulators, is recalling temporarily laid-off employees as it plans to produce 10,000 ventilators to help in the treatment of COVID-19 patients. 
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Gogo To Cut Costs, Furlough 600 Employees

Apr 22, 2020
Gogo, a Chicago-based inflight internet provider to business aircraft and airline passengers, plans to furlough about 60% of its workforce and reduce pay for most other employees as part of a plan to reduce costs due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Textron Service Center Network Launches Financing Program

Apr 23, 2020
Textron Aviation’s customer service network is offering a new financing program to customers wanting to upgrade or modify their U.S.-registered aircraft.
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Zipline Drones Transporting COVID-19 Test Samples In Ghana

Apr 20, 2020
Zipline drones are delivering COVID-19 test samples collected from rural clinics in Ghana to laboratories in the capital Accra and Kumasi, the country’s second-largest city.

OEMS/Suppliers

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Embraer Says Deliveries Holding Up, But Bizjet Sales Taking Hit

Apr 22, 2020
Customers are still taking delivery of the business jets they have ordered, but new sales have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and will take time to recover, according to the head of Brazilian manufacturer Embraer’s private jet business.
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Piaggio Commissioner Once Again Extends Bid Deadline

Apr 22, 2020
Italy’s Piaggio Aero Industries and Piaggio Aviation have again extended the deadline for parties to submit expressions of interest to purchase the businesses, which have been operating under extraordinary administration under the Piaggio Aerospace brand. 

Regulatory/Legislative

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FAA Will Adjust Operating Hours At 100 Airport Towers

Apr 23, 2020
The FAA will adjust the operating hours of 100 airport towers to “ensure resiliency” of the air traffic control (ATC) system and protect employees during the coronavirus pandemic, the agency announced.

Charters/Brokers

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Aeronexus Acquires Controlling Interest In Privajet

Apr 23, 2020
Aeronexus, a London-based provider of widebody VIP charter services, has acquired a controlling interest in Privajet of Malta, a 10-year-old aircraft management company. 

Business Aviation Briefs

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ACI Jet Offers Return-to-Service Program For Grounded Business Jets

Apr 24, 2020
ACI Jet, has begun a program to help those with grounded aircraft because of the COVID-19 crisis that need operational checks and servicing before being approved for return to service.
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Planet Nine Adds Fourth Gulfstream Jet To Charter Fleet

Apr 24, 2020
Planet Nine Private Air has added a fourth Gulfstream business jet to its managed charter fleet.
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NBAA's HERO Program Connecting Hospitals With COVID-19 Resources

Apr 24, 2020
The NBAA has merged information available through its Humanitarian Emergency Response Operator (HERO) database with the COVID-19 coordination capabilities of the American Hospital Association.
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Avinode Group Launches Aid Initiative For Ambulance Aircraft

Apr 24, 2020
Avinode Group is launching Avinode Aid, an initiative that uses Avinode technology to help the aviation industry in its relief efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Global Aviation Adds GojiBox To Inflight Entertainment

Apr 24, 2020
Global Aviation Technologies has enhanced its Inflight Entertainment (IFE) offering with GojiBox, which offers customers live streaming to their personal devices.
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Duncan Aviation Upgrades Gulfstream IV-SP

Apr 24, 2020
Duncan Aviation has refurbished a customer’s Gulfstream IV-SP to accommodate up to 14 passengers.
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FlightSafety's Pilot Performance Evaluation Tool Completes Testing

Apr 24, 2020
FlightSafety International has announced that FlightSmart, a new pilot performance evaluation and training tool, has completed acceptance testing at Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi.
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Aerobility's 'Spirit Of Aviation' Challenge Supports People With Disabilities

Apr 24, 2020
Aerobility has launched a Spirit of Aviation Challenge in support of people with disabilities in self-isolation during the COVID-19 crisis.
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Unmanned Safety Institute Introduces Digital Badging Program

Apr 24, 2020
Unmanned Safety Institute (USI) has introduced a digital badging program for its certification holders.
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Duncan Aviation Offers Aircraft Disinfection Services

Apr 24, 2020
Duncan Aviation, has begun a new aircraft disinfection service at three of its main maintenance, repair and overhaul facilities located in Battle Creek, Michigan; Lincoln, Nebraska; and Provo, Utah.

Airworthiness Directives

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Airworthiness Directives

Apr 23, 2020
Regulations recently issued by the FAA for business aircraft.

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Apr 23, 2020
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Business Aviation Appointments and Passings

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Business Aviation Appointments and Passings

Apr 23, 2020
Appointments, promotions and losses in the business aviation industry.

Calendar of Events

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Upcoming Events

Apr 23, 2020
Conferences and events for professionals in the business aviation community.

Industry Data

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New Business Aircraft Deliveries Worldwide - March 2020

Apr 23, 2020