JetTech Modification Approved For Dual G600 RVSM
Installation
The FAA has awarded an STC to JetTech for the installation of
new Garmin G600 “Glass Panel” Dual EFIS installation
specifically for Cheyenne III, IIIA and 400LS aircraft. The
approved modification includes dual G600 RVSM primary
instrumentation with RVSM capable ADC’s. The Garmin GTN
650 and 750 instruments, shown in the center panel stack, are
available as an additional installation.
Yes... 2011 Has Not Been A Good Year For
Aviation, But Piaggio Is Making The Best Of It
No one has to tell you that the 2010-2011 timeframe has been
tough on those of us in aviation. Its been a tough few years to
sell airplanes... and even tougher on those attempting to show the
public the true value of business aviation. Be that as it may,
there are a few bright spots here and there. And one of those
bright spots surrounds none other than one of the curviest birds in
all of BizAv... the speedy Piaggio P.180 Avanti twin turbine
pusher. The good news surrounding the Avanti is the fact that sales
improved significantly over the 2010 season, and
Production of the new Learjet 85 aircraft has officially begun
as the program successfully exited the Aircraft Level Critical
Design Review. Development and production teams in Wichita, Kansas;
Montréal, Québec; Belfast, Northern Ireland; and
Querétaro, Mexico, are actively engaged in the manufacturing
validation phase. Ralph Acs, Vice President and General
Manager, Learjet, Bombardier Business Aircraft said the airplane is
making solid progress. He said the manufacturing sites are ready,
production has begun, and they have been successfully building
parts and we are ensuring that all
Condition Could Result In Loss Of Tail Rotor Drive
The FAA has issued an emergency AD (2011-22-51) for Sikorsky
Aircraft Corporation (Sikorsky) Model S-70, S-70A, S-70C, S-70C(M),
and S-70C(M1) helicopters. This emergency AD was prompted by an
accident that resulted from the blockage of the internal oil
passages of the intermediate gearbox (IGB).
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