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The Weekly of Business Aviation, May 18, 2020

VOL. 105 NO. 20 May 18, 2020
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Forecasts/Industry Data

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Bizav Leaders Eye Possible W-Shaped Recovery

May 13, 2020
As grim as the current situation is for companies across the aerospace sector, there are grounds for cautious optimism that business aviation may be better placed to bounce back quickly than other parts of the air travel ecosystem.
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North American Bizav Activity Down 71% In April, Argus International Says

May 12, 2020
April business aviation activity in North America fell more than 71% from a year ago, with fractional activity and large jet activity down the most with an 80% drop in both categories, according to Argus International. 
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Worldwide Bizav Activity Down 58% In May

May 14, 2020
Worldwide business aviation activity fell 58% in the first two weeks of May compared to a year ago, an improvement from the 70% drop in traffic in April, according to WingX Advance. 

Suppliers

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Up To 20% Of Lower-tier Suppliers Could Exit A&D

May 13, 2020
As many as a fifth of lower-tier suppliers in aerospace and defense could exit the sector over the next 18 months as COVID-19 disrupts the commercial aviation market and hurts the defense industrial base, seasoned supply chain experts have told Aviation Week.
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Astronics Lays Off 30%, Sees Equal Revenue Loss

May 10, 2020
Along with other measures, such as 30-50% cuts to cash wages, the reduction in force should still mean the company at a minimum remains at cash breakeven.

Airlines

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European Regional Carriers Decry Quarantine Plans

May 13, 2020
Plans by Spain and the UK to impose lengthy quarantine periods for all arriving international air passengers will further damage the aviation sector, according to the body representing more than 50 of Europe’s regional carriers. 
China Southern
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China Organizing 24 Repatriation Flights From U.S.

May 12, 2020
BEIJING—Chinese airlines will run 24 evacuation charter flights from the U.S. between May 14 and June 1.

Intelligence

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Winglet Technology Earns EASA Approval For Citation Sovereign Winglets

May 15, 2020
Items of interest to professionals in the business aviation industry.

Programs

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Bombardier Monitoring Learjet, Light Jet Segment

May 14, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic may create momentum in the light business jet segment should it lead to what some expect will be an increase in passengers turning to private aviation. 
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Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Drops SpaceJet M100 Version

May 12, 2020
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) has suspended development of the M100 version of the SpaceJet regional jet as one measure in stanching the cash bleed from the program.
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UK’s Future Flight Challenge Launches Competition For Demo

May 14, 2020
The UK has launched the second phase of a £300 million ($366 million) challenge to develop a novel aviation system enabling safe operation of new types of aircraft including delivery drones, urban air taxis and electric regional aircraft.

OEMS/Suppliers

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Pilatus Expects General Aviation Market Deterioration

May 15, 2020
Swiss aircraft manufacturer Pilatus says it has revised its outlook downward in the face of the novel coronavirus pandemic.
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Embraer Bizjet, Commercial Deliveries Down In Q1

May 12, 2020
Embraer delivered nine executive jets during the 2020 first quarter (Q1) compared to 11 a year ago, and five commercial aircraft, versus 11 in Q1 2019, the company said May 12.
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One Aviation Creditors Ask Court To Rule To Liquidate

May 12, 2020
The unsecured creditors of the Albuquerque, New Mexico-based One Aviation and related debtors have asked the court to convert the company’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy restructuring case to a Chapter 7 liquidation, according to a May 8 court filing. 

Airports

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Daily Memo: Some U.S. Airports Hit CARES Act Jackpot, Others Cry Foul

May 05, 2020
Devil’s Lake Regional Airport in northwestern North Dakota is flying high after hitting the jackpot of a lifetime under the CARES Act. Despite…

Regulatory/Legislative

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Senator Wants Treasury To Revise Fed Loan Eligibility

May 12, 2020
The top Democrat on the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee is urging Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin to reopen the federal loan application process for businesses that are critical to national security, and revise the eligibility criteria to include the aerospace supply chain to help support the defense industry during the global coronavirus pandemic.
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GOP Lawmakers Seek To Ground DJI Drones

May 14, 2020
House Republicans have stepped up a campaign spearheaded by U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) to ground the drones that Chinese manufacturer DJI has loaned or donated to local police departments to support their response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Business Aviation Briefs

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Jet Linx Safety Summit Goes Ahead Despite COVID-19 Restrictions 

May 15, 2020
Brief news items of interest to business aviation professionals.
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Summit Aviation Turns 60

May 15, 2020
Summit Aviation, a full-service aviation center in Middletown, Delaware, is celebrating 60 years of service. Founded by Richard "Kip" Dupont, the…
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Constant Aviation Reaches Milestone For Pro Line Fusion Upgrades

May 15, 2020
Constant Aviation Reaches Milestone For Pro Line Fusion Upgrades Constant Aviation, based in Cleveland, has installed the Collins Aerospace Pro Line…
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Cutter Aviation's HondaJet Sets Record

May 15, 2020
Cutter Aviation, a Phoenix-based, full-service aviation company, said that one of the HondaJets in its charter fleet has set a company record for a…
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Duncan Aviation Adds Services To Satellite Locations

May 15, 2020
Duncan Aviation, an aircraft service provider, has added two new services to its range of avionics line and installation offerings. These include…
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Jetflite Converts Challenger 650 For COVID-19 Evacuation Flight

May 15, 2020
Finnish charter operator Jetflite pressed a newly delivered Challenger 650 into service as an air ambulance, flying dozens of patients impacted by…
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Gulfstream G280 Sets Steep Approach City-Pair Record

May 15, 2020
Gulfstream Aerospace's G280 super-midsize aircraft set a city-pair speed record, flying from Burlington International Airport in Vermont and arriving…
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Embry-Riddle, GE Partner To Enhance Flight Analytics and Safety Education

May 15, 2020
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and GE Aviation have partnered to enhance aviation safety education programs for students and faculty by…
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Pryor Aerospace Signs Deal With Blue Origin

May 15, 2020
Pryor Aerospace, a manufacturer of aerospace structural components and assemblies, has signed a multiyear contract with Blue Origin, a maker of…

Airworthiness Directives

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Airworthiness Directives

May 15, 2020
Regulations recently issued by the FAA for business aircraft.

Business Aviation Appointments

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Business Aviation Appointments and Passings

May 15, 2020
Appointments, promotions and losses in the business aviation industry.

Calendar

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Upcoming Events

May 15, 2020
Conferences and events for professionals in the business aviation community.