ATM ModernizationFAA Eases COA Operations on UAS Test Sites Unmanned aircraft system. Photo: FAA [Avionics Today 05-22-2015] The FAA has made it simpler for the six Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) test sites to conduct research by giving them “blanket” authorizations to…
Business & GAHBM Data Acquisition System Ideal for Avionics Testing HBM GEN7tA transient recorder and data acquisition system. Photo: HBM [Avionics Today 05-22-2015] HBM, a manufacturer of data acquisition systems, analysis and calibration software, has introduced the new HBM GEN7tA transient recorder…
CommercialBoeing-Upgrade French AWACS Take to the Skies with IOC A French AWACS aircraft patrols the skies as part of a routine mission. The French AWACS fleet is in the midst of the Mid-Life Upgrade that modernizes the capabilities on board. Photo:…
CommercialA320neo with LEAP 1A Engines Makes Maiden Flight A320neo with LEAP-1A engines. Photo: Airbus [Avionics Today 05-22-2015] The first A320neo equipped with CFM International LEAP-1A engines completed its maiden flight in Toulouse, France earlier this week. The flight lasted 4…
ATM ModernizationFlightAware Targets Remote Markets to Expand Global Flight Tracking Innovation [Avionics Today 05-22-2015] FlightAware is continuing to expand the capabilities of its global flight tracking and flight data technology, launching a new network for tracking non-ADS-B-equipped aircraft at the 2015 European Business…
ATM ModernizationAirbus Launches Sustainable Aviation Program Alongside Airlines Cathay is one of the airlines participating in the sustainable program trials. Photo: Airbus [Avionics Today 05-21-15] Airbus has launched the Sustainable Aviation Engagement Program, a long-term partnership program set up to…
Business & GATRU to Offer Pilot, Maintenance Training for New Beechcraft King Air Avionics The King Air cockpit fitted with Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion Avionics. Photo: Rockwell Collins [Avionics Today 05-21-15] TRU Simulation + Training will provide entitlement training for Textron Aviation customers who purchase new…
Business & GACessna’s CJ3+ Certified in European, Latin American Markets Textron officials announce EASA certification for the CJ3+. Photo: Textron [Avionics Today 05-21-15] Cessna Aircraft Company’s Citation CJ3+ has received type certification from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), paving the way…
ATM ModernizationAviation Groups Express Support, Opposition to ATC Reform [Avionics Today 05-21-2015] As lawmakers consider a major change to the current structure of the FAA as both a safety regulator and Air Navigation Service Provider (ANSP), representatives of commercial airlines and…
CommercialGEE Brings IFE to Avianca Airlines IFE systems on board an Avianca Airbus A330. Photo: Javier Franco (Wikipedia) [Avionics Today 05-21-15] Avianca Holdings has selected Global Eagle Entertainment (GEE) to provide the In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) service onboard its…