Will Go Towards Construction Of A New Maintenance Hangar

The U.S. Department of Commerce has awarded a $1.5 million AIP grant to Treasure Coast International Airport (KFPR) in Fort Pierce, FL for the construction of a new 30,000 square-foot maintenance hangar at the field.

Sessions To Be Held March 27-29

On March 27–29, 2017 the Federal Aviation Administration and the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) are partnering to host the FAA UAS Symposium.

EASA Part 145 Certification Expanded February 22

Lithuania-based FL Technics, a provider of tailor-made aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul services, has introduced Base and Line Maintenance services for wide-body aircraft – Airbus A330. The company expanded its EASA Part 145 certificate on 22nd of February, 2017.

Revenues Increase Over Seven Percent Compared To 2015

The Air Ambulance division of German Special Mission Operator FAI rent-a-jet AG has reported record operational and financial results in 2016, achieving revenues of more than €45m (approx. $47.3 million) for the first time in the company’s history.

Ceremony Conducted Aboard The USS George H.W. Bush

The "Fighting Blacklions" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 213 held an airborne change of command ceremony while stationed aboard aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), Feb. 22.

More Than 5,000 Aircraft Are Expected To Attend

Following an agreement with the Sun 'n Fun International Fly-In and Expo, TNA Aviation Technologies announced that the Company has been selected as the exclusive supplier and GSE equipment partner providing their advanced towbarless electric ground support equipment for this major aviation event.

Aero Linx: Maine Aeronautics Association (MAA) The MAA was formed to fill a void in the state of Maine by establishing itself as a centrally recognized organization. We are a non-profit, professional organization dedicated to keeping flying safe and fun. We work with our neighboring communities to provide information and educational opportunities. We promote aviation through education, advocacy, and community outreach.

National Flight Data Center A facility in Washington D.C., established by FAA to operate a central aeronautical information service for the collection, validation, and dissemination of  aeronautical data in support of the activities of government, industry, and the aviation community. The information is published in the National Flight Data Digest.

"This Symposium will provide stakeholders with the opportunity to talk face-to-face with a cross-section of government and industry representatives about regulations, research, and other initiatives to integrate UAS into the National Airspace System (NAS). This year's content will focus on initiatives to overcome technical challenges to safe UAS operations, as well as industry partnerships advancing integration." Source: From part of the documentation supporting next month's FAA UAS Symposium -- to be held on March 27–29, 2017 by a partnership between the Federal Aviation Administration and the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI).

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