Wed, Jun 19, 2013
Garmin's New Aviation VHF Radios
Early this year, a new series of aviation VHF COM and NAV/COM radios, the GTR and GNC series, was announced by Garmin. As the replacement products for the popular SL 30 and SL 40 models, the GNC series NAV/COM radios include new features to reduce pilot workload, while also offering an affordable solution to meet the requirements of the 8.33 kHz channel spacing mandate recently enacted by the European Union under the Single European Sky (SES) initiative.
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Wed, Jun 19, 2013
Sign MoU With Diamond Aircraft On Electric Propulsion System
EADS and Siemens are entering into a long-term research partnership to introduce new electric propulsion systems that could help airlines lower their fuel bills and drive environmental performance. Together with their partner, Austria-based Diamond Aircraft, the companies are showcasing a second generation serial hybrid electric airplane at Le Bourget.
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Wed, Jun 19, 2013
Sets Standard Methodology For Evaluation, Describes Selection And Orientation Of Team Members
The FAA has published an order revising the Amateur-Built Aircraft National Kit Evaluation Team (NKET), defining policy and procedures and establishes a standard methodology to evaluate amateur-built aircraft kits. It also describes the selection and orientation of team members, the process for requesting an aircraft kit evaluation, the conduct of evaluations, and reporting and records maintenance requirements.
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Wed, Jun 19, 2013
Partnership Includes Coordination with Students, Faculty And Facility At University’s Research And Technology Park
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University president Dr. John P. Johnson and Diamond Aircraft Industries CEO and owner Christian Dries have signed a partnership agreement to establish the global manufacturer’s presence at the university’s Daytona Beach Campus.
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Wed, Jun 19, 2013
Business Jet Dashes 25-Year Record Set By Gulfstream GIV
The Gulfstream G650 demonstration aircraft landed at Paris-Le Bourget Airport for the 50th annual Paris Air Show with three new city-pair records on its résumé: Savannah to Paris; Nice, France, to São Paulo; and Las Vegas to Madrid, Spain. The records are pending confirmation by the National Aeronautic Association (NAA).
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Wed, Jun 19, 2013
Leasing Company Also Commits To Three Additional 787-9s
Boeing has announced the signing of a a memorandum of understanding with Air Lease Corporation (ALC) to purchase 33 airplanes. The Los Angeles-based leasing company has committed to order three 787-9 and 30 787-10X Dreamliners.
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Wed, Jun 19, 2013
Passed The Senate Armed Services Committee 23-3
The Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) last week passed a markup bill of the annual National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for FY 2014 (FY'14) which is supportive of many military aviation programs.
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Wed, Jun 19, 2013
Selects 100 A320neo, 35 A320ceo
After a "thorough technical evaluation," easyJet has earmarked the Airbus A320neo for its future fleet requirements. Based on the company’s analysis and growth forecasts, the A320 was selected for offering the what it said was the best productivity, lowest operating cost and best fuel efficiency of any single aisle aircraft in the 180 seat sector.
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Wed, Jun 19, 2013
Deal Includes Additional 50 Options And Marks The Introduction Of E-Jets Family To ILFC Fleet
International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC), a wholly owned subsidiary of American International Group, Inc., announced Monday that it has signed a letter of intent, subject to final agreement, for the purchase of 50 E-Jets E2 aircraft from Embraer, including 25 E190-E2 and 25 E195-E2. The deal also includes options for an additional 50 aircraft, and marks the introduction of the E-Jets Family to the company’s diverse aircraft fleet.
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Wed, Jun 19, 2013
Garmin's New Aviation VHF Radios
Early this year, a new series of aviation VHF COM and NAV/COM radios, the GTR and GNC series, was announced by Garmin. As the replacement products for the popular SL 30 and SL 40 models, the GNC series NAV/COM radios include new features to reduce pilot workload, while also offering an affordable solution to meet the requirements of the 8.33 kHz channel spacing mandate recently enacted by the European Union under the Single European Sky (SES) initiative.
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