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November 16, 2006

ANN Special Feature: Cirrus Design's Alan Klapmeier 11.16.06

Today, ANN's Managing Editor, Rob Finfrock, talks with Alan Klapmeier of Cirrus Design about what Klapmeier calls a "culture of safety".

PHI Pilot Strike Appears To Be Nearing The End

Company Confirms Receipt Of Return-To-Work Offer

A months-long strike involving pilots at helicopter operator PHI, Inc. appears to be winding down.

Applicability: EC 130 B4 helicopters, all serial numbers, modified in accordance with MOD 073774 (Installation of screws/nuts in place of the attachments of the lower fairings with “blind” nuts) and not embodying Eurocopter drawing 350A085340.

It is tough to get a new airplane into production.... it's even tougher when its the first of a new generation utilizing new airframe fabrication techniques, new powerplants and a revolutionary new cockpit. No one expected it to be easy but the last few months have tasked even the adaptable team that comprises Eclipse Aviation.

Suspect Investigation Continues To Drag On

Joseph Lepore and Jan Paladino are still in seclusion in a Rio de Janeiro Marriott hotel, under threat of criminal prosecution. And a Brazilian judge Monday ruled that they can remain held there indefinitely.