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March 11, 2010

ANN Special Feature: Carter's Unique Aviation Technologies - 03.11.10

In audio excerpts from a recent webinar for rotorcraft experimenters, Jay Carter, Jr. of Carter Aviation Technologies talks about machines ranging from his early autogyros and steam-powered car, to

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Aspen, Keystone Receive STC For Two Bell Helicopters

EFD1000H Available For Installation In Bell 206, 407 Aircraft

Aspen Avionics announced the approval of a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for installation of the Aspen EFD1000H into the Bell 206 and Bell 407 model helicopters on Tuesday. This STC was developed in partnership with Keystone Helicopters.

FAA OK's Higher Weight Limits

Four months after getting approval from the Scottsdale City Council, the FAA agreed on February 4th to allow some of the largest business jets to take on enough fuel at Scottsdale to fly nonstop to Europe or Asia ... but so far none has.

Can Now Reach International Customers More Quickly With On-Site Airworthiness Approvals

Mid-Continent Instruments - West's Chief Inspector Bryan Miner has been named the latest member of the company's Organizational Designation Authorization (ODA). The move gives the company the capability to reach international customers on a shorter turnaround.

Baker Died In 2008 Plane Crash Which Critically Injured DJ AM, Travis Barker

Sebastian Baker, the 3-year-old son of Chris Baker, who died in a highly-publicized plane crash which critically injured radio personality DJ AM, will receive over $17 million over his lifetime as the result of a settlement in a wrongful death lawsuit.

Frank Robinson Discusses the Company’s Latest Heli Evolution

At the 2010 Heli-Expo, Frank Robinson updated an enthusiastic crowd on the much-anticipated R66 turbine helicopter. Expo attendees had the opportunity to get an up-close look at the five-place helicopter on display. Though few specifics were released due to ongoing research and development, Robinson confirmed several significant details including base price and performance specifications; customers can purchase the standard-equipped R66 at $770,000.