Public Private Partnership Will Provide Funding For Avionics In GA Airplanes
Aspen Avionics has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the NextGen GA Fund, a public-private partnership that will provide up to $1.3 billion in financing over the next 10 years for NextGen avionics upgrades in general aviation (GA) aircraft.
Measure Could Improve Safety In Thousands Of Airplanes
The FAA on Wednesday today took an important step to help improve safety in small aircraft by simplifying design approval requirements for a cockpit instrument called an angle of attack (AOA) indicator. AOA devices, common on military and large civil aircraft, can be added to small planes to supplement airspeed indicators and stall warning systems.
Hearing Focused On The FAA's Impact On Small Businesses
The U.S. House Small Business Committee, chaired by Congressman Sam Graves (R-MO), held a hearing Wednesday to examine how FAA policies affect small general aviation businesses. John Uczekaj, President and CEO of Aspen Avionics testified on behalf of Aspen and GAMA.
Looking At The Implementation Of The Law Two Years In
The House Transportation Aviation Subcommittee held a hearing Wednesday to examine the ongoing implementation of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act, which Congress passed two years ago.
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