Aviation Technology News
FAA helps aviation companies expand
January 31, 2012, 05:43 pm
The Federal Aviation Administration recently awarded three Washington aviation companies contracts worth about $400 million each to provide engineering, professional and technical services for the air traffic control system.
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Government key to growth of biofuel use
January 31, 2012, 10:28 am
Aviation experts all over the world are calling for an alternative fuel source to ensure price competition and supply security remains strong.
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Aviation technology to change the industry
January 31, 2012, 09:00 am
Reveal Imaging recently passed laboratory testing and met the requirements set by the European Civil Aviation Conference for screening and detecting liquids contained inside passenger baggage.
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New sport skycars developed
January 31, 2012, 08:55 am
Moller International recently completed the initial design phase for two new skycars that could qualify for the Federal Aviation Administration's light sport aircraft category.
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Design flaws identified as cause of cracks in wings
January 30, 2012, 10:23 am
Airbus recently identified manufacturing and design flaws as the cause of several wing cracks found on the A380 aircrafts.
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Clear Align to work with Navy aviation
January 25, 2012, 09:33 am
Clear Align, a fiber optics company, will work with the U.S. Navy's aviation systems to develop the Navy's first common fiber optic test kits, which can help pilots and crews better diagnose system failures and increase safety.
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Satellite service found interfering with GPS
January 20, 2012, 10:02 am
Federal aviation regulators recently conducted a second test on the mobile internet service LightSquared, which confirmed previous reports that the service interferes with military and aviation operations.
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USDA working with aviation officials on biofuel promotions
January 17, 2012, 10:59 am
The U.S. Department of Agriculture recently held a roundtable discussion with commercial airline officials in Chicago to discuss the role biofuels will play in the future for commercial airlines, small planes and the military.
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Renewable fuel used for the first time internationally
January 16, 2012, 09:12 am
Neste Oil's NExBTL renewable aviation fuel was recently used for the first time on an international Lufthansa flight from Frankfurt to Washington D.C.
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EU trade scheme embraced by some airlines
January 13, 2012, 05:13 pm
After the European Union implemented a new carbon tax on international airlines, many countries responded with criticism and threatened to boycott the law.
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CAE awarded millions for flight simulators
January 13, 2012, 09:06 am
CAE recently announced it received more than $65 million in contracts to develop full-flight simulators for customers in Asia, with 30 simulator sales already announced for the 2012 fiscal year.
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Metro Aviation received certification for emergency medical system kit
January 12, 2012, 06:51 pm
Metro Aviation recently received a Federal Aviation Administration Supplemental Type Certificate for a complete Emergency Medical System kit for its Eurocopter, becoming the first company to offer the product with the EMS package in the United States.
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Leadership team assigned to develop next generation data communications system
January 10, 2012, 04:24 pm
ITT Exelis recently announced its leadership team for the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration's data communication integrated services contract.
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EU emissions trading scheme faces industry opposition
January 5, 2012, 05:08 pm
Many members of the aviation industry, however, are opposed to the regulations and are refusing to pay the carbon charge
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Experts predict airline tickets to rise with new emissions trading scheme
January 4, 2012, 05:59 pm
The European Union recently passed a measure requiring all airlines to hold emission rights in CO2 certificates for flights to and from EU states.
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Students receive quick flying lesson at local center
December 23, 2011, 11:19 am
The Marietta Center for Advanced Academics in Georgia is offering for the fourth year in a row a three-day flying lesson for local students.
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EU court upholds carbon trade plan
December 23, 2011, 11:17 am
The European Court of Justice in Luxembourg recently upheld a carbon trade plan for aviation that would charge airlines flying to Europe for their carbon pollution.
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Technology can affect a flight's success
December 15, 2011, 11:04 am
Most flights ask passengers to turn off electronic devices upon departure and arrival. However, many passengers ignore these instructions, which could lead to potential problems.
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Ash detector hopes to reduce chaos and crashes due to volcanoes
December 8, 2011, 06:22 pm
In 2010, Iceland experienced a volcanic eruption that filled the skies with ash clouds, making it nearly impossible for pilots to navigate the skies.
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Alaskan planes successfully use biofuel
November 10, 2011, 06:28 pm
Two Alaska Airlines flights recently departed from Sea-Tac Airport full of biofuel running the jet engines. One plane was headed to Washington, D.C., the other flew to Portland.
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Algae helps fuel flight to Chicago
November 8, 2011, 06:12 pm
A United Continental Holdings jet was recently filled with fuel partly derived from algae before it completed its flight from Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston to Chicago's O'Hare International Airport.
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Independent pilots on the rise, but safety comes first
November 7, 2011, 06:19 pm
Steve Maiden, CEO of Constant Aviation, said over the past year the company has experienced double-digit increases in sales growth, as more corporations and wealthy individuals are investing in small jets and need maintenance services.
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Boeing delivers first 747-8 cargo planes
November 4, 2011, 04:18 pm
Atlas Air Worldwide recently received the first of nine new Boeing 747-8 air freighters, according to Boeing.
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U.S. military testing newest fighter jets
November 1, 2011, 08:55 am
According to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Marine test pilot Fred Schenk, of Cedarburg Wisconsin, is currently testing the military's latest fighter jet.
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United Kingdom hopes to take advantage of open aerospace market
October 31, 2011, 05:11 pm
According to the BBC, researchers in the United Kingdom recently suggested an increased nationwide investment in aerospace technology.
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GAO looks at assessment of Dreamliner's composites
October 25, 2011, 04:28 pm
Following the debut of Boeing's state-of-the-art Dreamliner 787 airplane, the U.S. Government Accountability Office issued a report examining composite materials used in the construction of the fuselage.
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Boeing engineer fixes wing vibration in new jet
October 24, 2011, 06:04 pm
Pio Fitzgerald, an engineer at Boeing, recently developed a solution for the company's 747-8 model, which was plagued by a situational vibration problem in the wings, according to the Seattle Times.
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Navy announces new aircraft carrier landing technology
October 21, 2011, 04:28 pm
The U.S. Navy recently announced new flight control software technology that will improve landing safety on aircraft carriers.
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Aviation scholarship winners announced at recent NBAA convention
October 12, 2011, 04:17 pm
The National Business Aviation Association recently announced the recipients of a number of academic aviation awards and scholarships at the organization's annual meeting and convention.
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Ohio college applies for clearance to train students on UAVs
October 3, 2011, 04:21 pm
School officials at Sinclair Community College in Springfield, Ohio, have requested that the Federal Aviation Administration grant their students permission to train on unmanned aerial vehicles at nearby Springfield Air National Guard Base.
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F-22 reinstated after tests assert safety of oxygen system
September 29, 2011, 09:19 pm
According to officials at Edwards Air Force Base near Edwards, California, the fleet of F-22 Raptors may soon be operative again.
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Boeing employees see off first 787 Dreamliner
September 28, 2011, 05:35 pm
A crowd of hundreds attended the maiden voyage of Boeing's 787 Dreamliner recently.
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Cessna announces new plane
September 27, 2011, 04:05 pm
Cessna recently announced production of the M2, a model the company hopes will fill a niche between the popular Mustang model and the CJ2+.
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Boeing's advanced training for new 787 Dreamliner
September 26, 2011, 09:33 pm
Boeing's 787 Dreamliner saw a number of setbacks in design and production, but now that the state-of-the-art airliner is finally here, the comprehensive training program for pilots is being revealed.
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LISA unveils newest airplane design
September 22, 2011, 09:52 pm
French aviation company LISA recently announced the launch of its newest aircraft, an aquatic 100 horsepower recreational airplane called the Akoya.
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Garmin develops dedicated aviation GPS
September 15, 2011, 03:54 pm
Recent developments in synthetic vision technology have improved flight safety for pilots flying at night or in low visibility situations.
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MIT researchers expand use of the black box
September 13, 2011, 04:07 pm
A new tool developed by aeronautical engineers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology may allow an airplane's black box to act as a more effective safety tool
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Police test gyroplane as a helicopter alternative
September 13, 2011, 04:05 pm
The city of Tomball, Texas, is using a Department of Justice and Law Enforcement Aviation Technology grant to test a new gyroplane.
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Wisconsin men build airplane from scratch
September 12, 2011, 04:13 pm
Two men from Oshkosh, Wisconsin, are building a four seat, Bearhawk airplane in the basement of one of their homes.
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New synthetic vision software helps pilots stay on track despite low visibility
September 6, 2011, 07:21 pm
The FAA recently approved Aspen Avionics' newest Evolution Synthetic Vision software, designed to aid pilots in topographically complex terrain, low-visibility situations or areas of heavy air traffic
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Boeing's 787 Dreamliner cleared by FAA and EASA
August 31, 2011, 07:48 am
Following three years of delays in production, Boeing’s latest aircraft, the 787 Dreamliner, was finally approved by the Federal Aviation Administration and the European Aviation Safety Administration.
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Pilots replace paper manuals, charts and logs with iPad technology
August 24, 2011, 04:38 pm
Across the country, major airlines are switching from traditional paper flight manuals to Apple iPads loaded with digital manuals and other navigation technology.
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New technology will help pilots-in-training
July 29, 2011, 01:06 pm
New technology recently introduced by Flyvie, a developer and manufacturer of video capturing and debriefing systems for aviators, is set to improve training and hopefully reduce the number of pilot life insurance claims.
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Washington-based companies planning to produce large quantities of jet biofuel
July 29, 2011, 01:01 pm
Earlier this week, the leaders of two companies out of Seattle, Washington, testified before a U.S. Senate subcommittee about their plans to build jet biofuel-producing plants in the state.
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New advances in flight simulator has players interact with real-life air traffic controllers
July 28, 2011, 03:51 pm
Pilots have been using flight simulators for training purposes for years, and thanks to New Jersey-based Pilotedge, the software programs are about to become even more realistic.
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Remos exhibits its newly upgraded GX model aircraft
July 26, 2011, 11:59 am
Upgraded avionics and enhanced leg room are among the upgrades aircraft manufacturer Remos has made on its popular GX model light sporting aircraft.
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New Piper Aircraft business jet to begin production this August
July 25, 2011, 04:56 pm
Piper Aircraft is slated to begin production and assembly of its new single-engine Altaire business jet this August.
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New brakes poised to make certain Lancair models safer
July 22, 2011, 03:52 pm
New, higher-capacity brakes recently introduced by Beringer Wheels and Brakes are set to make Lancair 320, 360 and Legacies safer.
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New modification program for Cessna Caravan 208B approved by FAA
July 22, 2011, 03:50 pm
Blackhawk Modifications has received permission from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to upgrade the Cessna Caravan 208B.
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James Bond jet completes phase one flight testing
July 8, 2011, 02:35 pm
The BD-Micro Technologies' FLS Microjet, better known as the James Bond jet, met or exceeded all performance expectations during Phase 1 flight testing
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New technology helps measure volcanic ash
July 6, 2011, 05:22 pm
After international air travel was shut down following the volcanic eruption of Eyjafjallajokull in April 2010, experts have been developing technology that could help measure the amount of airborne ash.
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Disabled pilots have new flight options
July 5, 2011, 05:26 pm
In an effort to help disabled aspiring pilots learn to fly and possibly have the need for a pilots life insurance policy, Flight Design has created a new hand control system.
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Terrafugia temporarily exempt from safety standards
July 1, 2011, 04:57 pm
The company creating the Terrafugia roadable aircraft, or flying car, asked for and was given temporary exemption from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for four federal motor vehicle safety standards.
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Glass cockpit aircraft gets new navigation services
June 28, 2011, 02:37 pm
Jeppesen has recently teamed up with Garmin, one of the top names in the Global Positioning System industry, to provide its NavData navigation and charting services for Garmin's new GTN avionics systems.
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LightSquared wireless network in jeopardy
June 2, 2011, 02:40 pm
After testing its wireless broadband system in Nevada last month, LigthSquared has discovered that their network could interfere with GPS systems
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FAA inspects company's new aircraft kit
May 31, 2011, 01:47 pm
In an effort to continue their inspection into aircraft kits to determine if they meet the 51 percent rule, the Federal Aviation Administration's National Kit Evaluation team recently visited the Zenith Aircraft Manufacturing Company
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Small aircraft engines get a boost from their racing counterparts
May 31, 2011, 12:33 pm
For all those racecar enthusiasts that may have toyed with the idea of taking to the skies and investing in pilots life insurance, Enhanced Aircraft Systems has recently announced the availability of the O-408 and IO-408 engines
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Phone applications can help with flight exams
May 24, 2011, 01:50 pm
The android application market is making it easier for people who want to become pilots, and have pilots life insurance, to achieve their goals
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New headset technology can improve air-to-ground communications
May 11, 2011, 12:46 pm
Advances in technology can lead to overall safety improvements for pilots.
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Utah GPS testing leads to FAA flight advisory
May 6, 2011, 01:06 pm
The Federal Aviation Administration has released a flight advisory, warning airmen that GPS signals over Wendover, Utah could potentially be unreliable or unavailable between April 28 and May 13.
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New Honda aircraft delivers top flight speeds
May 6, 2011, 12:52 pm
Honda Aircraft has performed flight tests on its new jet and the results show that the speeds exceed the expected 420 KTAS that the company promised its customers, according to the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association.
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Aviation groups continue to pressure FCC to investigate potential GPS threats
May 6, 2011, 12:30 pm
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, along with other aviation interest groups, is continuing to pressure the Federal Communications Commission to look further into the impact that approving a permit to repurpose the satellite spectrum for network operator LightSquared may have on aviation, the group says.
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FAA releases update about NextGen progress
March 29, 2011, 10:23 pm
The Federal Aviation Administration has released an update stating that it is making progress on its plans to implement the NextGen air transportation system, according to the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association.
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Fleet Aviation releases computerized maintenance tracker
March 25, 2011, 09:33 pm
Fleet Aviation has developed a computerized maintenance tracking program catered specifically for piston aircraft , which will allow owners to keep adequate records for their planes, according to General Aviation News.
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Portables becoming essential to safe flight planning
March 16, 2011, 01:57 pm
The use of portable GPS to provide in-cockpit weather reporting has become more essential to pilots, particularly those planning cross-country flights, according to the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association.
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iPhone app by ForeFlight now provides georeferencing
March 4, 2011, 09:45 pm
ForeFlight has teamed up with Seattle Avionics to offer fully georeferenced approach plates and airport taxi diagrams to its users, according to the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association.
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Report: More eligible for pilot training thanks to laser eye surgery
February 28, 2011, 12:31 pm
Vision eligibility requirements have long proved an insurmountable barrier for those hoping to serve their country by flying for the armed forces. However, the Air Force Times reports that laser eye surgery has helped many overcome that handicap.
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AS&E awarded general aviation inspection contract with DHS
February 4, 2011, 04:56 pm
he Department of Homeland Security has announced a new partnership with the X-ray detection equipment company American Science and Engineering.
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Conklin and de Decker releases new aircraft budgeting software
January 28, 2011, 04:49 pm
Pilots now have a new comprehensive tool for determining the expenses associated with their aircraft, according to General Aviation News.
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FAA signs contract for new flight training chambers
January 20, 2011, 03:54 pm
The Federal Aviation Administration has signed a contract with the international logistics support division of Environmental Tectonics Corporation, the firm announced.
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New app offers wireless engine data
January 18, 2011, 05:00 pm
A new iPhone and iPad app by TruTrak flight systems offers pilots the capability to wirelessly check their engine status, the company announced.
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Carter's Personal Air Vehicle completes test flight
January 17, 2011, 05:00 pm
Carter Aviation's Personal Air Vehicle has completed its first test flight, the company announced.
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New plane smaller than microjet
January 11, 2011, 12:20 pm
A new plane, currently in development by Sonex Aircraft, will weigh in at 330 lbs, less than some human beings.
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New iPad app performs auto-landings
January 10, 2011, 05:10 pm
Planes that can land themselves may sound futuristic, but the reality is this capability could be just on the horizon, according to a recent article in Popular Mechanics.
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Organization unveils new phone app for pilots
December 30, 2010, 11:05 am
Pilots will have a new iPhone app to download thanks to the IMC club.
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Pilots make good use of iPads
December 7, 2010, 10:25 am
Airplanes are often thought of as the epitome of technological advancement. However, some pilots are using a tool popular with people from many walks of life to help fly.
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Santa Monica airport upgrades overflight software
December 3, 2010, 05:21 pm
The Santa Monica Airport, generally known as one of the worst general avation airports in the country in terms of residential encroachment, is now upgrading its systems to help reduce noise complaints and improve safety in the air.
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Washington state airport receives funding for green initiatives
October 29, 2010, 03:17 pm
From cars to airplanes, a lot of work is being done by law makers and environmentalists to cut back on transportation-related pollution. The Voluntary Airport Low Emissions Program is an initiative aimed at cutting down emissions at commercial service airports.
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Reno airport gets new traffic control tower
October 27, 2010, 12:52 pm
The Reno-Tahoe International Airport has a new air traffic control tower. The new tower stands nearly three times higher than the one it replaced, which was built in 1957.
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FAA and USDA team up
October 22, 2010, 09:19 am
One may not think that aviation and agriculture have anything in common, but the two industries are coming together. The Federal Aviation Administration and the U.S. Department of Agriculture are both backing the use of biofuels.
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Flight app gets updated
September 28, 2010, 02:06 pm
Frequent flyers can now play pilot with a new iPhone app. The FlightView app allows consumers to track a flight's status, position and altitude. The updated FlightView app also features customized calendar integration.
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Airline to offer electronic boarding passes
September 20, 2010, 05:00 pm
Even pilots and business workers who fly all the time can still forget to bring something important - such as a boarding pass - with them to the airport. Now, those who fly on American Airlines at select airports don't have to fumble with paper boarding passes.
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Leaders discuss making aviation more eco-friendly
September 9, 2010, 07:44 pm
Delayed flights and environmental concerns are on the minds of many pilots and passengers and NASA aims to address those issues at this year's Green Aviation Summit.
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GE flight path debuts in Connecticut
August 26, 2010, 09:13 pm
Pilots looking to experience a new kind of landing should head over to Bradley International Airport in Connecticut. Recently, the first U.S. flight landed at the airport using a new instrument flight path.
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Phone app helps with air travel
August 24, 2010, 05:09 pm
People who fly a lot may be very familiar with the ins and outs involved with this mode of transportation. Some have even downloaded apps to their smartphones to help navigate and streamline travel plans.
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Environmentally friendly engine ready to take off
August 23, 2010, 10:29 pm
Environmentalists have pointed their fingers at the aviation industry for the large amounts of fuel required by airplanes and helicopters to travel. Researchers have been working to make advancements that will make flying more eco-friendly.
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Plans underway for NextGen aviation research buildings
July 14, 2010, 06:00 pm
Work is underway for the NextGen aviation research park, reports the New Jersey-based Press of Atlantic City.
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Companies research eco-friendly fuels
July 13, 2010, 03:04 pm
Global warming and pollution have been long known to be a growing problem in the world. To help combat the issue, major companies are joining forces to help promote aviation biofuel use in the Pacific Northwest.
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FAA reaches agreement with school for research efforts
July 6, 2010, 06:34 pm
The Federal Aviation Administration and Georgia Institute of Technology have reached an agreement to research the effects of the Next Generation Air Transportation System has on controllers and flight staff.
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Program aims to cut noise, emissions in aviation
June 25, 2010, 09:40 pm
GE Aviation has announced an award from the Federal Aviation Administration as part of the government's efforts to reduce energy consumption, emissions and noise in the industry.
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General aviation, petroleum interests meet to discuss lead in emissions
June 14, 2010, 06:50 pm
Members of the general aviation and petroleum industries met to discuss developing a process that would reduce lead emissions in aircraft, the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association reported recently.
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Dates for Sport Aviation Expo announced, pilot insurers expected to attend
June 11, 2010, 06:50 pm
The dates for next year's U.S. Sport Aviation Expo have been set, according to a recent release from the organization.
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Boise Airport to keep TRACON system
June 9, 2010, 04:58 pm
Idaho's Boise Airport will get to keep its Terminal Radar Approach Control system, after the Federal Aviation Administration had thought about moving it to Salt Lake City.
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IATA: Global aviation seeing improvements
June 8, 2010, 04:10 pm
At the 66th Annual General Meeting and World Air Transport Summit, Giovanni Bisignani said there were a few reasons why people in the aviation industry should feel positive.
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FAA NextGen contract award announced by Boeing
June 4, 2010, 04:51 pm
Boeing announced recently it has won another contract from the Federal Aviation Administration tied to the latter's Next Generation Air Transportation System.
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FAA awards contract for identity theft protection services
June 3, 2010, 10:44 pm
After experiencing a security breach in February of last year that led to 45,000 current and former employees having their information exposed, the Federal Aviation Administration recently awarded a contract to provide additional protection.
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Final rule for NextGen handed down by FAA
May 28, 2010, 04:20 pm
A final rule regarding the Next Generation Air Transportation System was recently handed down by the Federal Aviation Administration.
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$4.4 billion awarded to companies for NextGen project
May 27, 2010, 05:30 pm
The Federal Aviation Administration recently announced it awarded $4.4 billion in contracts to three companies to advance its Next Generation Air Transportation System.
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South African company unveils new general aviation engine
May 26, 2010, 09:00 pm
A South African general aviation company announced recently it has developed an engine that can run on a number of different fuels.
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LaHood looks to new committee's first meeting to examine aviation issues
May 26, 2010, 06:30 pm
During the first meeting of a new U.S. Department of Transportation aviation committee, Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood called on its members to aid in efforts to make sure the industry remains strong.
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Companies announce development of antenna for general aviation use
May 24, 2010, 04:23 pm
Two companies recently announced a partnership to develop an antenna that will help members of the general aviation industry.
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Gulfstream sees growth in first quarter
May 20, 2010, 04:15 pm
A report from the Savannah Morning News said that plane manufacturer Gulfstream saw improvements during the first quarter of this year.
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AVS outlines role in support of NextGen implementation
May 19, 2010, 07:30 pm
The Federal Aviation Administration's Aviation Safety organization recently released a work plan outlining its support efforts for the Next Generation Air Transportation System.
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FAA highlights NextGen's effect on general aviation industry
May 17, 2010, 08:00 pm
The Federal Aviation Administration's Next Generation Air Transportation System will affect all forms flying, including pilots who partake in general aviation.
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General aviation represented in new Transportation Department committee
May 14, 2010, 07:00 pm
How aviation should be guided in the country for the future will be the topic of thought for a new committee created by the U.S. Department of Transportation.
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NextGen report released by Harvard University
May 11, 2010, 08:30 pm
As the government makes efforts to modernize the air transportation system, a university recently released a report based on a two-day summit that focused on the same.
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EPA taking comments on leaded general aviation fuel
May 6, 2010, 08:30 pm
The Environmental Protection Agency is taking comments regarding a petition filed by a group regarding leaded gasoline used in general aviation aircraft.
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Alaskan airport gets new tracking system
May 4, 2010, 11:14 pm
Air traffic controllers in Juneau, Alaska, now have the chance to use advanced technology to make their jobs easier while making flying more safe.
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Atlantic City airport incorporates digital NOTAM system
May 3, 2010, 11:12 pm
Having the most up-to-date information can lead to a better flying environment for pilots, and the government is taking further steps to stress safety.
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Passenger-rights organization launches iPhone app
April 30, 2010, 10:16 pm
With the passage of new tarmac delay rules for airlines, a passenger-rights group announced a new application travellers can use to report delays.
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FAA grants NextGen contract to CSSI, Flatirons
April 30, 2010, 07:19 pm
An engineer contract associated with the Federal Aviation Administration's efforts to improve the air tracking system was recently awarded.
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NASA rewards teen contest winners
April 30, 2010, 06:41 pm
A recent aeronautics contest put on by NASA yielded 19 winners, all of whom were high school students who have a vision for aviation's future.
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Flight tests ability of synthetic fuel
April 30, 2010, 02:46 pm
United Airlines announced one of its jets recently completed a flight using synthetic fuel derived from natural gas.
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FAA official worries about lack of rail security
April 29, 2010, 08:00 pm
A representative with the Federal Aviation Administration is worried that too much of the nation's security focus has been turned to the air while ignoring the rail system.
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