Audit Assessments To Be Suspended While Guidance Is Developed

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced Thursday that it was suspending tax assessments that could be applied to aircraft management companies during federal excise tax (FET) audits, giving the agency time to work with industry on additional guidance. The move was welcomed by advocacy groups like the NBAA and NATA, which had lobbied the agency for the guidelines.

Adds More Pilots, Names New Chief Pilot

Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has announced enhancements to its Field and Airborne Support Teams (FAST), the company’s program that helps Gulfstream aircraft operators in aircraft-on-ground (AOG) situations by dispatching technicians and maintenance engineers by airplane, train or automobile.

UH-1H 'Huey' Helicopter Refitted For Fire Suppression

The Travis County (TX) STAR Flight’s aircraft fleet now includes a helicopter that is specially equipped for fighting wildfires, a first for the program and for local and regional flight programs across Texas. “Travis County is the first area in Texas to receive a helicopter that is outfitted for the primary mission of wildfire observation and suppression,” said STAR Flight Director Casey Ping.

Has Delivered Eight Aircraft In Recent Weeks

Bell Helicopter continues to expand its presence in Russia through recent aircraft deliveries, the appointment of a second Independent Representative and through participation at the 6th annual HeliRussia exhibition.

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