Blackhawk Modifications on Tuesday released progress updates for their new King Air 350 XP67A Engine+ Upgrade program in an announcement from company officials. The program charges forward after the submission of the FAA flight test plan, and FAA flight testing will begin once approval has been received. Blackhawk anticipates testing to begin in November, and the finalized STC to be received in May of 2017.
GoDirect Cabin Connectivity Mobile Apps Streamline Management To A Single Service Provider
Honeywell has unveiled GoDirect Cabin Connectivity, a suite of services and mobile applications that helps business jet owners and operators more easily manage and control their satellite communications services and usage. By providing operators with the tools needed to manage an aircraft’s connectivity network via an online portal or mobile device, Honeywell has limited the need for third-party services support and put operators in control of network troubleshooting, access, data consumption, billing and more.
Says Upgrade Includes More Intuitive User Interface
Rockwell Collins has announced a new release of its ARINCDirect Flight Operations System (FOS) mobile app that includes a more modern and intuitive user interface for improved workflow.
Unique Proposition Could Encourage ‘New Players’ To Enter The Business Jet And Helicopter Finance Market
The business jet and helicopter financier AirFinance today announced the launch of FlyFunder, an innovative online marketplace that effectively and efficiently connects buyers of business jets and helicopters with aviation financiers that match their borrowing profiles.
Currently Has More Than 40 Inspectors On Staff In 5 Locations Globally
StandardAero Business Aviation is continuing its investments and readiness to service customers on wing, remotely and/or in the company’s maintenance facilities.
Offered In Conjunction With Abaris Training Resources
FlightSafety is expanding its maintenance training program to include new composite materials courses. The training will be offered in conjunction with Abaris Training Resources, Inc. through FlightSafety’s Maintenance Learning Center in Wichita, KS.
PRODUCT: All Engine Alliance (EA) GP7270 and GP7277 turbofan engines with certain part number (P/N) high-pressure turbine (HPT) stage 2 nozzle segments installed.
Completing ADS-B Certification Efforts For Citation, King Air, Hawker Platforms
Textron Aviation has recently completed certification for Automatic Dependent Surveillance – Broadcast Out (ADS-B Out) on the Citation Mustang, making a full range of cost-competitive ADS-B options available for all Citation, King Air and Hawker aircraft. Retrofit modifications are now available at company-owned service centers.
FlightSafety International announces that it will provide training for the Embraer Legacy 450 and Legacy 500 aircraft in Dallas, Texas. This is in addition to the training FlightSafety now offers for these aircraft in St. Louis, Missouri.
FAA grants STCs for True Blue Power TB44 lithium-ion batteries on Cessna Model 208 and 208B Caravans, Bombardier Dash-8 100/200/300 Series aircraft. True Blue Power announced the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) for the company’s TB44 (46-amp hour) lithium-ion batteries on Cessna Model 208 and 208B Caravans, and Bombardier Dash-8 100/200/300 Series aircraft. This is the second FAA certification announcement for True Blue Power lithium-ion batteries issued this month, indicating growing acceptance of the technology among government regulators, aircraft manufacturers, and operators industry wide.