Ultra Electronics Airport Systems (Ultra) has been awarded a contract to deliver and integrate an Airport Information System (AIS) at Lima’s Jorge Chavez International Airport. As a software platform for real-time information management, our AIS will optimize decision-making processes, facilitate operational excellence and underpin a significant expansion of Peru’s primary airport. Lima Airport Partners (“LAP”) […]
Duncan Aviation’s Jason Burhoop Named Project Manager
Duncan Aviation is pleased to announce that Jason Burhoop was recently named a Project Manager for the company’s Lincoln, Nebraska, location. In 1999, Burhoop started his career at Duncan Aviation as an Engine Technician. During his 17 years in the engine shop, he served as Engine Lead Tech, Master Tech, Engine Tech Rep, and most […]
AirMed International Acquires Air Medical of San Antonio
As part of its continuing growth strategy, AirMed International has acquired San Antonio-based Air Medical, the largest fixed wing air medical transport company in Texas. Air Medical’s fleet of three jets and two King Air turboprops, equipped for critical care transports, is located at San Antonio International Airport. Those aircraft will join AirMed’s fleet, including […]
MD HELICOPTERS DEBUTS MD 6XX CONCEPT AIRCRAFT AT HAI HELI-EXPO 2017
After announcing the planned development of an all-new, high-performance single-engine helicopter at HAI Heli-Expo 2016 in Louisville, KY, MD Helicopters, Inc. (MDHI) recently announced the debut of the MD 6XX Concept Helicopter at the 2017 HAI Heli-Expo Trade Show & Exhibition. On display was the MD 6XX next-generation, multi-mission helicopter that will set new standards […]
Czech Republic chooses SITAONAIR to deliver Prague’s ATC communications gateway
The Czech Republic’s air navigation service provider has appointed SITAONAIR to deliver a “communication gateway” to its capital’s airport. SITAONAIR will support air-to-ground data link applications to Prague Airport through its Aircraft Communications Addressing and Reporting System (ACARS) network. The ambition is to extend this capability out to other Czech airports in the future. SITAONAIR’s […]
Newfoundland Helicopters Selects First Bell 407GXP for Utility Operations in Canada
Bell Helicopter announced that the Eastern Canada-based charter company Newfoundland Helicopters, Ltd. will accept delivery of a Bell 407GXP this month. Newfoundland Helicopters charter aircraft services include corporate travel, forestry, hydro, mining, filming and photography, and tourism. The company was the first in Canada to receive a Bell 407GX to be used for utility operations […]
Gogo Business Aviation Receives STC Approval For Gogo Biz 4G Connectivity Technology
Gogo Business Aviation recently achieved a critical milestone as it received Supplemental Type Certification (STC) approval from the FAA for its Gogo Biz 4G system. Gogo’s Bombardier Challenger aircraft was utilized for certification testing. “We continue to cross important thresholds on our path to launching our Gogo 4G Biz service,” said Mike Syverson, senior vice […]
American Airlines Celebrity Ski Raises $1 million for Cystic Fibrosis
The 32nd annual American Airlines Celebrity Ski in Beaver Creek, Colorado concluded on March 6 and raised more than $1 million for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation . Funds will go directly to support the CF Foundation’s mission to find a cure for all people with cystic fibrosis (CF). “At American Airlines , bringing people together […]
Daher salutes Europe’s approval of single turboprop CAT-IFR
The European Union’s approval of Commercial Air Transport operations for single-engine turboprop aircraft in instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) and at night has been welcomed by Daher, whose TBM very fast turboprop family is increasingly utilized worldwide on such flights. When the new regulations become effective on March 22, operators will have expanded opportunities to deploy […]
Successful Remote Tower Live Trials Conducted in Hungary and Italy
Searidge Technologies, global provider of Remote Tower and airport surface optimization solutions to Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs) and airports announced that they have successfully completed live trials of their Remote Tower system in Hungary and Italy. The trials were conducted in a live environment, with real operations, proving the viability of delivering Aerodrome Air […]
