Commercial

Cobham Establishes Indian Subsidiary

Cobham is expanding its presence in Indian, establishing a wholly owned subsidiary, Cobham India Private Limited. With offices in New Delhi and Bangalore, Cobham India Private Limited will open during the first quarter of…

Business & GA

Gulfstream G650 Passes First Flight Tests

Gulfstream's ultra-large-cabin, ultra-long-range Gulfstream G650 has successfully completed its first series of flight tests, according to the company. The 1-hour and 45-minute flight tested the aircraft's handling qualities, engine operability and flap operation. Additionally, the crew…

Commercial

Panasonic Extends Pact with Asiana Airlines

Asiana Airlines will equip two Airbus A321s with an in-flight entertainment system from Panasonic Avionics Corp., of Lake Forest, Calif. The eFX system includes 10.6-inch Smart Monitors in Business Class and a 9-inch…

Military

Northrop Grumman Awarded Navy Contract

Northrop Grumman was awarded a $12 million contract from the U.S. Navy for component parts for the Navy's large aircraft infrared counter measure systems, AN/AAQ-24 (V) 25 supporting H-46 and H-53 helicopters.…

Business & GA

Editor’s Note: Staying Connected

I had initially intended to write in this space about the gloomy and pessimistic mood at the National Business Aviation Association’s (NBAA) annual conference and exhibition. However, much ink in this magazine…

ATM Modernization

Industry Scan

NAVAIR Accelerates Aircraft Certifications Under CNS/ATM Program The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) communications, navigation surveillance/air-traffic management (CNS/ATM) program has completed 13 certifications on different aircraft platforms since 2005, including seven certifications…

ATM Modernization

People

Frédéric Mazzanti Frédéric Mazzanti has been named director of the avionics division of Sagem. He replaces Patrick Samier, who is moving to another position within the Safran Group. Mazzanti started his career…

ATM Modernization

Calendar

December 1-3 FAA International Runway Safety Summit, Omni Shoreham Hotel, Washington, D.C. Visit www.faa.gov. 2 Avionics Magazine Webinar, "Latest Trends in In-Flight Entertainment," 12 noon, EST. Visit www.aviationtoday.com/webinars. 2010 February 2-7 Singapore…