Global aeronautical communications provider Satcom Direct (SD) announces it has agreed to acquire TrueNorth Avionics, a company based in Ottawa, Canada, that offers the latest technology in cabin communications solutions. With the purchase of TrueNorth, SD significantly expands its ability to provide advanced communications systems for business aviation aircraft.
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11/01/2016 - 05:27
11/01/2016 - 05:18
Air BP becomes the first aviation fuel supplier to achieve carbon neutrality for its into-plane fuelling services across an international network of over 250 Air BP-operated facilities. The achievement follows a two-year journey and was assured by the independent sustainability specialist company, ERM CVS, Ltd.
11/01/2016 - 05:10
Elliott Aviation, an aircraft MRO provider, receives FAA PMA authorization to manufacture aircraft parts. The authorization was completed by its engineering department and authorized by the Chicago-area MIDO.
10/31/2016 - 15:40
Flying Colours Corp. extends the range of airframes on which it can now install the INAIRVATION pre-engineered retrofit solutions in North America. At this year’s NBAA at Booth #1208, Flying Colours is promoting the options now available for Bombardier Challenger 300, Bombardier Challenger 605, Gulfstream G450 and Gulfstream G550 models. This is in addition to the first type confirmed with the Austria-based joint venture at NBAA 2015, the Bombardier Global Express.
10/31/2016 - 15:24
Satcom Direct launches SD LIVE, a new platform for streaming live television in flight worldwide. Passengers can now stream live television via their own personal electronic devices or the cabin entertainment system without adding additional hardware, STCs or antennas.
10/31/2016 - 14:25
Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) announces that its PW617F1-E engine received type certification from Transport Canada. The modified PW617F1-E turbofan engine offers more thrust with superior hot-and-high performance for the entry-level jet market segment. P&WC is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. company (NYSE:UTX).
10/31/2016 - 14:12
With its new PT6A-140A turboprop engine and PT6A-140AG variant, Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is setting new standards for performance, fuel efficiency and reliability. The PT6A-140 series is already firmly established as a powerplant of choice worldwide for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and converters in the utility and agricultural (ag) aviation segments. P&WC is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX).
10/31/2016 - 13:47
The quality of Pratt & Whitney Canada’s (P&WC) performance and customer support is recognized with two 2016 Supplier of the Year Awards from Embraer. The Brazilian aircraft manufacturer announced P&WC as the recipient of Best Mechanical System Supplier in Terms of Industrial Performance and Supplier with the Best Technical Support awards. P&WC is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX).
10/31/2016 - 13:38
The next generation of long and ultra-long range business jet engines is here in the form of Pratt & Whitney Canada’s (P&WC’s) PurePower PW800 engine. P&WC is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corporation (NYSE:UTX).
10/31/2016 - 13:07
The global aerospace and defense supply chain provider, Pattonair, achieves qualified approved supplier status from Pratt & Whitney to supply standard hardware and detail components to Pratt & Whitney globally and for Pattonair to supply its sub-contractor and MRO base.
10/31/2016 - 12:57
Vector Aerospace Corporation (www.vectoraerospace.com), a global independent provider of aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services, is celebrating the first anniversary of the launch of its VMAX pay-per-hour engine maintenance plan support program for the Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) JT15D turbofan at the NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition in Orlando, FL, during November 1-3. Vector is showcasing its full range of cost-effective MRO solutions, including VMAX, at Booth #3257.
10/31/2016 - 12:49
Constant Aviation, offering full-service maintenance, repair, and overhaul with a nationwide network, announces that it will offer Honeywell’s Ovation Select Cabin Management System (CMS) upgrade on the Gulfstream IV / V / 450 / 550 and Global 5000 / 6000 / Express aircraft. Constant Aviation is offering special NBAA pricing to customers throughout the upcoming show who visit Booth #2290.
10/31/2016 - 12:36
Aircraft Technical Publishers (ATP), an aviation industry provider of information, tools and services for manufacturers, operators/owners, and maintenance providers, announces the ATP Aviation Hub™ Mobile Application, the next evolution in anytime, anywhere information access. Designed to boost industry safety, aircraft utilization, and operational efficiency, the ATP Aviation Hub Mobile App provides maintenance providers with convenient online and offline access to mission critical maintenance, operating, and regulatory content.
10/28/2016 - 16:26
Spirit Aeronautics, a provider of business aircraft services, announces that Jason Kanyuh has joined the Spirit management team as a project manager.
10/28/2016 - 16:11
Build A Plane, a Fort Worth, TX-based non-profit organization, joins hands with the Eagle Flying Museum to raffle off a recently refurbished Cessna 150 to raise money for a new Build A Plane opportunity for kids to restore a classic Boeing Stearman. Raffle ticket sales are underway now and will end Christmas Eve. The winner will be announced just in time for Christmas!
10/26/2016 - 07:39
Spirit Aeronautics, a business aircraft services company, announces an agreement with a confidential customer to provide advanced communication upgrades on the client's Gulfstream G550, along with interior modifications.
10/26/2016 - 07:25
HABCO Industries, a supplier of test and support equipment to the aerospace industry, enters into a license agreement with Pratt & Whitney Canada to be an approved licensed supplier for commercial tooling in support of all Pratt & Whitney Canada engine programs (JT15D, PW100, PW150, PW100TS, PW200, PW210, PW300, PW500, PW600, PW800 and PT6, PT6A, PT6B and PT6C). Over the past year, HABCO has been functioning as the exclusive designated service supplier of tooling for Pratt & Whitney engines − JT3D, JT8D, JT9D, PW2000, PW4000 and PW6000. Plans are in place to be fully operational in support of the new Pratt & Whitney Canada license agreement at the beginning of 2017.
10/21/2016 - 15:56
CRS Jet Spares invites all corporate operators, jet owners and maintenance departments attending this year's NBAA Business Aviation Convention held in Orlando, FL, Nov. 1-3 to participate in its motorcycle giveaway. Following NBAA tradition, CRS is giving one lucky attendee a brand-new Harley-Davidson bike.
10/21/2016 - 05:23
Duncan Aviation is counting down the time remaining until the FAA’s December 31, 2019, deadline to install automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B)-compliant equipment in aircraft.
10/21/2016 - 05:08
Pentastar Aviation appoints Scott Brooks to the newly created position, director of Avionics Solutions. Brooks reports to Doug Levangie, vice president of Maintenance Operations & Advisory Services, and will be responsible for the development of existing product partnerships and the creation of new avionics solutions to support emerging avionics technologies.