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September 26, 2018

U.K. Prepares For Effects On Travel In A 'No Deal On Brexit' Scenario

Department For Transport Says Air Travel Disruptions Are Possible

The U.K. government has published a series of technical notices which set out plans to be put into place should the U.K. leave the EU without a deal, a scenario which the government sees as "unlikely".

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Southwest Airlines Announces $1 Million Donation To Support Communities

Carrier Supports Innovative Nonprofit Organizations Across The United States

Southwest Airlines has launched a competitive grant program aimed at supporting communities across the United States where its People and Customers live, work, and play. Throughout its 47-year history, Southwest has been dedicated to championing its communities, and this million dollar grant program continues this commitment. The program is designed to support nonprofit organizations involved in three key focus areas: K-12 STEM Education (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics); building a resilient workforce; and leadership development.

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Airbus Helicopters To Start Large-Scale Printing Of A350 Components

Will Manufacture Door Latch Shafts That Are Lighter And Less Expensive Than Traditional Designs

Airbus Helicopters has officially launched the production of latch shafts for the doors of A350 passenger aircraft using 3D manufacturing. The printed components are cheaper to produce and weigh less than their counterparts made using traditional means, thereby helping Airbus to offer ever more economical and environmentally friendly aircraft. Airbus Helicopters in Donauwörth is manufacturing doors for all Airbus aircraft programs as a supplier.

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Bombardier CRJ Series Certified For Higher Maintenance Intervals

Times Have Doubled Since The Launch Of The CRJ Family

Bombardier Commercial Aircraft announced today that the Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) has granted approval for the maintenance intervals escalation of the CRJ700, CRJ900 and CRJ1000 aircraft. The line maintenance interval (A-check) is extended to 800 flight hours, and the heavy maintenance interval (C-check) at 8,000 flight hours. 

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New Commercial Flight Simulator Opens At Kissimmee Gateway Airport

New A320 Sim Now Available At AeroStar Training Services

AeroStar Training Services hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday to officially launch the on-location Airbus A320 simulator, recently installed in their new 18,000, soon-to-be 30,000 square foot, hangar facility at the Kissimmee Gateway Airport.

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Lufthansa Group Chooses FL Technics For 28 Airbus 320s

Work Scheduled To Begin In October In Lithuania

After several ad-hoc maintenance projects, FL Technics, a global provider of integrated aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul services, has signed a long-term joint contract with Lufthansa group companies (network and point-to-point airlines) for MRO services.

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AD: Airbus SAS Airplanes

AD NUMBER: 2018-19-17

PRODUCT: All Airbus SAS Model A300 series airplanes.

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AD: Airbus SAS Airplanes

AD NUMBER: 2018-19-19

PRODUCT: All Airbus SAS Model A350- 941 airplanes

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ALPA Hails Congressional Agreement On Safety-Centered FAA Reauthorization

Long-Term Bill Maintains Pilot Training Requirements, Advances Passenger And Cargo Safety

The Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA) has released a statement supportive of the FAA reauthorization bill that is set for consideration by Congress this week. “The Air Line Pilots Association, International salutes Congress for reaching agreement on a bipartisan, five-year Federal Aviation Administration reauthorization bill that will keep flying safe and the piloting profession strong," said ALPA president Capt. Tim Canoll in a statement released to the media.

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Public Invited To View KAUS Master Plan Draft At Final Public Workshop

Plan Designed To Address Anticipated Growth Over The Next 20 Years

The fourth and final public workshop to inform the public on elements of the draft for the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (ABIA) 2040 Master Plan will be held on Wed., Sept. 26, 2018 from 6 – 8 p.m. As Austin’s airport experiences customer growth, there is increased demand on the existing facilities while maintaining a positive passenger experience. In 2017, more than 13.89 million people traveled through the Austin airport. The master plan is intended to address the anticipated increase in passenger traffic for the Austin airport over the next 20 years. 

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