16-Oct-2011Source: WSI
WSI (Weather Services International), the most trusted name in aviation decision support, today announced that it has launched an iPad app for its industry-leading WSI Pilotbrief Optima™ service, the new, dramatically enhanced, on-line version of WSI Pilotbrief®. WSI Pilotbrief Optima delivers the most relevant preflight briefing experience directly to the iPad. With it, a pilot... Read more
12-Oct-2011Source: Microturbo
At the NBAA Convention, Microturbo (Safran group) announced that the e-APU60, a new-concept auxiliary power unit specifically designed to meet the demands of new-generation more electric aircraft, was delivered this summer to its first client, AgustaWestland, for installation on their new generation AW149 and AW189 helicopters. The first e-APU60, configured for flight testing, was installed according to... Read more
11-Oct-2011Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Aerospace Services (SAS) today announced that it signed an agreement with Aircraft Technical Publishers (ATP®) to collaborate on an advanced technical documentation distribution solution supporting operators of Sikorsky civil helicopters worldwide. SAS is the aftermarket business of Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. Sikorsky Aircraft is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX). The technical documentation distribution... Read more
11-Oct-2011Source: FlightSafety
FlightSafety International is pleased to announce that it has received approval from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGAC) in Mexico for two Level D simulators and three Level 7 qualified flight training devices. FlightSafety has now received approval for 274 of its simulators and flight training devices from the DGAC in Mexico. “The approval... Read more
11-Oct-2011
Associated Aircraft Group (AAG), a subsidiary of Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., has announced the addition of the Total Eclipse Twin-Engine Jet to its fleet of Sikorsky S-76®executive helicopters. The jet service provides AAG customers additional options to meet their travel needs, while expanding the company’s service area. Sikorsky Aircraft is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp.... Read more
10-Oct-2011Source: AAG
Associated Aircraft Group (AAG) announced today it is accepting deposits for the Sikorsky S-76Dâ„¢ helicopter in Sikorsky Shares, the Sikorsky fractional ownership program. The S-76D helicopter is a highly advanced and much anticipated new model for executive transport and other missions. AAG is a subsidiary of Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., which is part of United Technologies... Read more
10-Oct-2011Source: Bell
Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. company (NYSE: TXT), announced today that its newest version of the popular Bell 407 – the 407GX – has earned Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification following its certification by Transport Canada earlier this year. Since the Bell 407GX was introduced in February at the 2011 HELI-EXPO annual convention in Orlando,... Read more
10-Oct-2011Source: Becker Avionics
Becker Avionics announces TSO certification of its new high performance, compact 2¼-inch, AR6201 VHF-AM Transceiver, with 8.33 kHz channel spacing and integrated voice activated (VOX) intercom system. The intercom feature allows up to two passengers with a standard or dynamic mic. The AR6201 continues the legacy of its predecessor, the AR4201 VHF-AM transceiver, which set... Read more
10-Oct-2011Source: FlightSafety
FlightSafety International is pleased to announce that it will offer training for the AgustaWestland AW139 at its Learning Center in Lafayette, Louisiana starting in 2013. “Offering training for the AgustaWestland AW139 is a clear demonstration of FlightSafety’s commitment to provide our Customers who operate and support helicopters around the world with the advanced technology Level... Read more
10-Oct-2011Source: NARA
NARA, the National Aircraft Resale Association, plans to introduce its new officers for 2012 at its annual membership meeting at The Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas on October 9, 2011. Outgoing NARA Chairman Steve Gade, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Duncan Aviation, says, “In a turbulent market, knowledge, timing and trust is critical. It... Read more
10-Oct-2011Source: CMC Electronics
Esterline CMC Electronics (CMC) will be showcasing its SmartDeck® integrated avionics suite at this year’s NBAA. Show attendees are invited to visit booth # N5507 and view new SmartDeck functionalities such as its second-generation Highway-in-the-Sky (HITS) symbology and a three-display, dual-pilot configuration. “Our engineering and human factors teams have evaluated the ways pilots interact with... Read more
9-Oct-2011Source: JetNet
JETNET LLC, the world leader in aviation market intelligence, said today that it is featuring its biggest product line-up ever at the 2011 National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Convention from October 10-12 in Las Vegas, NV. In addition to the newest versions of its flagship Evolution, Aerodex and Aviation Business Index (ABI) products, the company... Read more
9-Oct-2011Source: Vector Aerospace
Vector Aerospace Engine Services – Atlantic (Vector), one of the world’s leading providers of aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services will highlight its broad range of business aviation engine services at the National Business Aviation Association’s (NBAA) 64th Annual Convention and Tradeshow taking place in Las Vegas, Nevada from October 10-12, 2011 (Booth #N6234).... Read more
9-Oct-2011Source: HAI
HAI is attending the NBAA Annual Meeting & Convention in Las Vegas, Nev. from Oct. 10-12, 2011. Come along to booth #N1313 and meet HAI President Matt Zuccaro, Executive Vice President Ed DiCampli, Vice President of Business Development & Expositions Karen Gebhart, and Manager of Advertising & Exhibit Sales Lisa Henderson For all HAI members attending the... Read more
8-Oct-2011Source: ARINC
ARINC DirectSM, an essential partner to business aviation, will demonstrate its new full-featured cockpit application for the iPadTM at Booth N4421 of NBAA 2011 in Las Vegas, NV, October 10-12. Developed at ARINC, the new App gives pilots streamlined access to flight plans, weather information, charts, and NOTAMS through the ARINC Direct portal. It updates... Read more
6-Oct-2011Source: SkyBOOKS
SkyBOOKS Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, and affiliate of Bell Helicopter will host an Electronic Record Keeping Program forum and user training during the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) annual conference at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The forum will commence at 1:00 p.m. local time on Tuesday, October 11, in Room N214. ... Read more
5-Oct-2011Source: Safe Flight
Safe Flight Instrument Corporation, the longest privately-held avionics manufacturer under continuous management, marks this year’s National Business Aircraft Association (NBAA) convention with the celebration of its 65th anniversary and the announcement of several new programs and certifications. Established in October, 1946 to develop the invention of Leonard Greene’s Stall Warning System, the company has gone... Read more
3-Oct-2011Source: Conklin & de Decker
Conklin & de Decker Associates has announced it will offer attendees at the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) 2011 Meeting and Convention a special 15 percent discount on their most popular data products during the three-day show from October 10th through the 12th, 2011 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The four databases available at the special... Read more
1-Oct-2011Source: HAI
For all HAI members attending the NBAA Annual Meeting & Convention (Oct. 10-12, 2011) and for those members who live in the Las Vegas area, we invite you to join the HAI Board Members at a reception on Mon., Oct. 10 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Wynn Hotel & Casino in Las... Read more
20-Sep-2011Source: HAI
For all HAI members attending the NBAA Annual Meeting & Convention (Oct. 10-12, 2011) and for those members who live in the Las Vegas area, we invite you to join the HAI Board Members at a reception on Mon., Oct. 10 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Wynn Hotel & Casino in Las... Read more