Begins Regional Fleet Upgrade Following Restructuring Plan

Myanmar's state-owned national airline Myanma Airways, to be named Myanmar National Airlines in the near future, has signed a deal with ATR for 6 new generation ATR 72-600s with options for 6 additional aircraft. The acquisition of these new ATRs forms part of the carrier's ambitious strategy to expand its global footprint to establish Myanma Airways (Myanmar National Airlines) as a major carrier in the region.

Taiwan-Based EVA Air First To Take Delivery Of A Triple 7 Equipped With The System

Rockwell Collins’ MultiScan ThreatTrack weather radar is now certified and flying on Boeing 777 aircraft. Taiwan-based EVA Air was the first airline to take delivery of and operate a new 777 equipped with the advanced airborne radar system that brings unprecedented capabilities for avoiding significant weather threats.

To Be Operated By Specialist Aviation Services For HEMS Missions

The Kent, Surrey & Sussex Air Ambulance Trust (KSSAAT) has selected the new generation AW169 twin-engine light intermediate helicopter to perform emergency medical service missions. The aircraft will be operated by Specialist Aviation Services (SAS) for the KSSAAT. 

Will Draw On Experience Gained From A380 Work

A major new program has been awarded to Aircelle (Safran), with the company's selection to supply nacelles for Airbus' just-announced A330neo (new engine option) jetliner.

Flying Offshore, SAR, Law Enforcement, Emergency Medical, And Other Missions

Airbus Helicopters UK is celebrating 40 years of operations in the United Kingdom, supporting its rotorcraft industry as a vital element of the economy, security and infrastructure.

Joint Common Architecture Will Integrate Future Vertical Lift Mission Systems

The Joint Common Architecture (JCA) standard for the U.S. Army’s Joint Multi-Role (JMR) Science and Technology program, an element of the Future Vertical Lift (FVL) initiative will be developed by Boeing and Sikorsky under a Technology Investment Agreement awarded by the U.S. Army Aviation Applied Technology Directorate on June 30.

Hopes To Develop 700 Acres Of Airport-Owned Land

The Central Illinois Regional Airport (CIRA) at Bloomington-Normal, IL (KBMI) has established a long-term goal of developing 700 acres of land that is currently unused or leased for farming with an eye towards creating jobs and spurring investment.

Company Plans To Offer Tablet-based Electronic Flight Bag System For Boeing, Airbus Airplanes

The FAA has issued an STC to UTC Aerospace Systems for its new tablet-based electronic flight bag (EFB) system on the Airbus A320 series aircraft. The system allows tablet devices, such as an Apple iPad, to display critical flight information for enhanced operational effectiveness and offers a clear upgrade path to accommodate future airspace technologies.

Adcock Range National radio navigation system replaced after World War 2 by the omnirange system. It consisted of segmented quadrants broacasting Morse Code "A" (dot-dash) and "N" (dash-dot) signals in opposing quadrants so that pilots could orient their position relative to a "beam" broadcasting a steady tone, and a Morse Code station identifier. Using a "build-and-fade" technique, a pilot could (ideally) pinpoint his location by the strength or weakness of a signal.

Aero Linx: Cessna Pilots Society Cessna Pilots Society is a group of Cessna Owners, Cessna Pilots, people looking to acquire a Cessna aircraft, Cessna mechanics/technicians and other Cessna enthusiasts. The main purpose is to have a fun place to gather with people of similar interests to discuss airplanes and aviation topics in general. There is a wealth of information to be gained from the collective experience of all the members. Some are mechanics others are just seasoned veterans of the aviation community, all willing to openly share their knowledge. If you like flying to different places to meet old friends, or to make new ones, this is the place for you. We have events ranging from local regional gatherings, to

“Accurate information about 'what’s ahead' is critically essential to pilots, especially when flying passengers on the world’s largest twinjet. MultiScan ThreatTrack provides flight crews with a more defined picture of potentially disruptive weather threats, ultimately increasing passenger satisfaction as a result of smoother flights and more on-time arrivals.” Source: Steve Timm, vice president and general manager, Air Transport Systems for Rockwell Collins, commenting on the certification of their MultiScan ThreatTrack weather radar -- which is now flying on Boeing 777 aircraft. Taiwan-based EVA Air was the first airline to take delivery of and operate a new 777 equipped with the advanced airborne radar