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ADS-B Out Is Now Available On Gulfstream G150 & G200

First Such STC To Be Issued In Europe

An STC for ADS-B Out for Gulfstream G150 & G200 aircraft has been approved for 328 Design GmbH (328DO), part of the 328 Group in partnership with Columbia Jet Service GmbH. The STC allows for the installation of Rockwell Collins ADS-B Out on the aircraft, representing around 360 airplanes worldwide. This marks the first time that such an STC is available in Europe.

Rockwell Collins To Activate P-8A Radio Components Depot Capability

Partnership Allows For Streamlined Service And Support

The U.S. Navy has awarded $27 million contract to Rockwell Collins to activate a depot capability for the U.S. Navy P-8A Poseidon aircraft HF-121C and miscellaneous radio components. Under contract through 2020, establishing this depot capability creates military jobs, reduces the repair pipeline and improves availability of aircraft.

AeroSports Update: RAF Private Airfield Owners Guide

The Recreational Aviation Foundation Offers Guidance To Owners Of Private Airfields

The Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF) is dedicated to preserving existing airstrips and actually creating new public-use recreational airstrips throughout the United States. However, this is not something the foundation can do on its own; the owners of private airstrips or those planning on establishing a private recreational airstrip need to have guidelines.

Local EAA Airplane Builders In FL Visit Aircraft Salvage Business

Browsed For Parts For Restoration Projects By The Members

The Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 534, based at the Leesburg International Airport in Florida visited an aircraft salvage business on Saturday November 19, 2016 at the airport.

Global Jet Capital Joins The European Business Aviation Association

Provides Dedicated Funding For Financing Of Business Jets

Global Jet Capital, a provider of financing solutions for private aircraft, has joined the European Business Aviation Association (EBAA). This follows its recent announcement that it has also become a member of the German Business Aviation Association (GBAA).

Goodyear Blimp 'Santa Claus Express' Comes To Town For Toys For Tots

Goodyear, U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Team Up To Host 6th Annual Toys For Tots Events

The Goodyear blimps and the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve will conduct their sixth joint maneuver next month benefiting the Toys for Tots Foundation at the company's three U.S. blimp bases in Ohio, California and Florida. These events will provide the public with an opportunity to make a donation to Toys for Tots while enjoying an up-close and personal view of the airships.

Foam Spills From Hangar At San Jose International Airport

Equipment Malfunction Caused Foam To Pour Onto A Nearby Street

It must have looked like a washing machine commercial run amok. A malfunction with fire suppression equipment in a hangar at San Jose International Airport caused a foam spill that poured onto a nearby street, according to San Jose fire officials.