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FAA Certifies Pro Line Fusion For King Air 350

Allows For Upgrade Of Airplanes Equipped With Pro Line II Avionics

The FAA has granted an STC to Rockwell Collins for its Pro Line Fusion avionics upgrade for King Air 350 turboprops originally delivered with Pro Line II avionics. The STC was achieved as part of a collaborative effort with Landmark Aviation Winston-Salem and BHE & Associates, Ltd., and is available now through Rockwell Collins-authorized dealers.

Arizona Reconsiders Sales Tax Exemption For Crop Dusters, Air Tours

Bills Had Been Vetoed Last Year By Governor Ducey

A Republican lawmaker in Arizona has reintroduced legislation to exempt crop dusters and charter aircraft operators from sales taxes in the state.

Embraer Delivers 1st Legacy 500 To China's Launch Customer Jackie Chan

Became Planemaker's Brand Ambassador In 2012

Jackie Chan, a world-renowned movie star, has become the first customer in China to take delivery of a Legacy 500.

Kevin Crowley Succeeding Mark Van Tine At Jeppesen

Becomes Chief Executive Officer And Vice-President, Digital Aviation For Boeing

Jeppesen has announced that Kevin Crowley is succeeding Mark Van Tine as Jeppesen chief executive officer and vice-president, Digital Aviation, for Boeing. Van Tine will retire June 30, 2016 after more than 35 years with the company.