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September 06, 2017

United Technologies To Acquire Rockwell Collins For $30 Billion

Combination Creates Premier Aerospace Systems Supplier

United Technologies and Rockwell Collins have announced that they have reached a definitive agreement under which United Technologies will acquire Rockwell Collins for $140.00 per share, in cash and UTC stock.

National Accreditation Recognized By The FAA

Four instructors have renewed their Master Instructor designation in the month of August, while a fifth earned the distinction for the first time. Master Instructors LLC said in a news release that all were accredited as Masters by Master Instructors LLC, the international Master Instructor accrediting authority. All obtained their designation through the Master Instructor "Fluid Review" program online.

Two On Board Fatally Injured In The Accident

An Antonov An-2 biplane went down late last week during a demonstration intended to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the model.

Part 23 Rewrite Became Effective August 30

On August 30, the final rule overhauling airworthiness standards for general aviation airplanes published in December of 2016 officially went into effect. The FAA expects this rule will enable faster installation of innovative, safety-enhancing technologies into small airplanes, while reducing costs for the aviation industry.