All-In-One, STC’d, Non-TSO Electronic Flight Instrument For Under $5,000

Aspen Avionics introduced the Evolution E5 Dual Electronic Flight Instrument (EFI) at AEA 2018 in Las Vegas Monday. The STD’d, non-TSO Evolution E5 consolidates attitude indicator plus DG/CDI into a single display with a rechargeable backup battery. It also includes Global Positioning System Steering (GPSS), air data computer, and attitude heading reference system (ADAHRS) for only $4,995.

Paula Derks Announces Retirement Transition At 61st Annual Event

Nearly 2,000 avionics manufacturers, repair stations, installers and other general aviation professionals have converged at the 61st annual Aircraft Electronics Association International Convention & Trade Show, which opened today at the MGM Grand Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Acquires Two Bombardier CRJ900 Aircraft

Chorus Aviation has announced the acquisition of two Bombardier CRJ900 aircraft for lease to CityJet of Dublin, Ireland. The aircraft were purchased from CityJet pursuant to a sale and leaseback transaction. These aircraft are two years old and constitute incremental additions to Chorus Aviation Capital's growing regional aircraft fleet.

Supports Parker Hannifin Corp. With Engineering And Project Completion Services

Momentum Aeronautics, LLC recently completed an aircraft Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) project for Parker Hannifin Corp. Aircraft Wheel and Brake Division through the FAA Chicago Aircraft Certification Office (ACO). STC number SA04264CH approves the installation of Parker wheels and brakes on Pilatus PC-7 aircraft.

Designed To Strengthen Industrial Collaboration, Develop Research Partnerships

Airbus and the Luxembourg Government have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a framework for increased global long-term cooperation in the areas of cybersecurity, space technologies, remotely piloted aircraft systems as well as rotary wing aircraft.

Conducted Under The Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act And Pending Sale Process to Preserve Business

Canadian specialty aviation business Discovery Air has been granted protection under the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act ("CCAA") pursuant to an order (the "Initial Order") of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice ("Court").  The company specializes in the medevac equipped aircraft services, air charter services, helicopter operations and transport and logistics support sectors.

Flights Scheduled To Begin In Late April

Since 2016, NASA's Atmospheric Tomography (ATom) mission has studied pollution and greenhouse gases in the atmosphere with the agency's DC-8 flying laboratory. Scheduled to begin in late April, the missions final 26-day journey will take researchers over the North Pole, across the Pacific Ocean to New Zealand, and on to the tip of South America before flying over the Atlantic to Greenland and returning to California.

Includes A Dozen Additional Business Jet Models

The FAA has issued an Approved Model List (AML) STC to Chicago Jet Group (CJG) for complete FANS 1/A+ system installations that incorporate the Latitude DL150 Satellite Data Unit (SDU) onto 12 additional business jet models.

Web-Based Tool Makes System Configuration Simple And Intuitive

Universal Avionics has released the External Configuration Editor (ECE) for the InSight Display System. The new web-based configuration tool makes the pre-design and system configuration process simple and intuitive.

Lighter, Smaller And Lower-Power Connectivity Solution Is Affordable And Easy To Install On Any Type Of Aircraft With Any Network

Honeywell is expanding its industry-leading range of Connected Aircraft offerings and setting a new benchmark with the launch of its newest connectivity solution, the GoDirect Router. The router is roughly half the size and weight, and one-third the current price, of comparable products. By enabling redundant connectivity in an easy-to-install package, the new router offers the broadest and most secure set of features available.

Approves Installation Of LCR-100 AHRS In Citation 560 EXCEL/XLS Aircraft

The FAA has awarded an STC to DAC International, a subsidiary of Aero Precision Holdings, for the installation of its LCR-100 AHRS aboard Citation 560 EXCEL/XLS Aircraft.

Competition To Be Held In Mid-April

The Air Force Association (AFA) have announced the National Finalist teams invited to the StellarXplorers IV National Finals Competition, to be held April 18-20, 2018. Teams will travel all-expenses paid to Colorado to compete for the National Championship title. The top 10 teams advanced through competitive qualification rounds and represent schools and other youth groups from Alabama, California, Colorado, Maryland, Oregon, and Guam.

Company Maintains Exclusive Rights To Sell Oriole Solid Propellant Rocket Motors For Specific Markets

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions has announced that its Space and Missile Defense Systems Business Unit in Glen Burnie, MD has reaffirmed its longstanding agreement with Orbital ATK Missile Products Division related to Kratos’ exclusive rights to sell Oriole Solid Propellant Rocket Motors (SPRMs) for specific market areas, including Missile Defense related Threat Representative Targets, Suborbital Research and Sounding Rockets.

But He Can Only Make One Return Trip Per Day From His Private Airstrip

An Australian man has won the right to commute to work each day in the replica Spitfire that he built over six years, but the local government has placed several restrictions on his flying activities.

Two Sessions Planned In Late April

The FAA will host public scoping meetings next month for the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for Charlotte Douglas International Airport’s (KCLT) proposed fourth parallel runway and other projects. The meetings will help residents learn about the Airport’s proposed projects, and help define the purpose and scope of the study.  Charlotte’s Airport Capacity Enhancement Plan (ACEP) recommended that the airport complete a 12,000-foot-long runway by 2023, along with other airfield and terminal improvements to accommodate future aviation demand.

Autonomous Drones And Hybrid Propulsion Innovations Will Drive New Growth Opportunities, Finds Frost & Sullivan

The commercial unmanned aerial services (UAS) market is experiencing a steady economic expansion due to disruptive innovations such as autonomous platforms, transitional drones, and hybrid propulsion. Frost & Sullivan expects that by 2022 over 50 percent of commercial drone flights will be conducted autonomously operating much like warehouse robots operate today.

Designed To Attract Qualified Pilots For Mesa's Expanding Fleet

Mesa Airlines announced today an exciting new Career Path Program (CPP) with United Airlines, designed to provide qualified current and future United Express pilots at Mesa a clear path to the flight deck with United Airlines. The CPP will both help attract qualified individuals to staff Mesa’s expanding fleet and retain existing pilots looking to advance to a major airline.

The Genesys HeliSAS, Provides Safety Enhancements In Many Part 27 Helicopters Used For All Types Of Operations

Genesys Aerosystems recently marked the 1,000th delivery of its HeliSAS Stability Augmentation System and Two-Axis Autopilot to an EMS operator of an Airbus EC130T2. 

Goal For The Campaign Is $5,000

A GoFundMe campaign has been established to help support the race team of Marie-Claire Laberge for competition in the 2018 Reno Air Races.

Marks 100th Business Jet Now Flying With AVANCE L5 System

It took just six months for Gogo Business Aviation to reach a major milestone with the 100th installation of a Gogo AVANCE L5 system. The install was recently completed by Constant Aviation on an Embraer Legacy 500 for a prestigious mid-west U.S.-based flight department.

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Aero Linx: European Regions Airline Association The ERA (European Regions Airline Association) is a non-profit trade association representing the European aviation industry, founded in 1980. Its strength and influence spans more than three decades, since its inception ERA has developed and grown in size and reputation to represent 50 airlines and 143 service providers including airframe and engine manufacturers, airports, suppliers and service providers from all over Europe. ERA works on behalf of its members to represent their interests before Europe’s major regulatory bodies. The association also bring members together to exchange information and learn from each other through differ

The Aero-News Network, in a decade-long partnership with the Aircraft Electronics Association (AEA), is pleased to announce the schedule for this week's programming initiatives and programs for the upcoming 2018 AEA Convention and Trade Show, to be held in Las Vegas, March 26-29, 2018, in what will be our record-setting 10th LIVE online programming initiative. Primary LIVE coverage will commence Monday, March 26th, with the webcasting of AEA’s pivotal New Product Introduction (NPI) series in which nearly 40 avionics innovators will reveal new products and programs for a live audience. Show coverage will commence at 0830 Pacific Time and conclude at 1200 PT. Source: LIVE Coverage of our TENTH (!!!) Airborne--Live presentation of the A