I am fortunate to be based on an airport where there are many truly talented, well credentialed people who really want to make a positive difference. One of those people is Janeen Kochan, a force of nature who also happens to be a designated pilot examiner, an A&P with Inspection Authorization,...
Icelandair Group reported strong organic growth in a profitable second quarter (three months ended 30-Jun-2011) despite a 49% year-on-year increase in fuel costs. The carrier stated the outlook looks “generally good” and it is “well positioned” to address challenges ahead, aided by a “sound...
The launch next year of a new joint venture full service carrier in Southeast Asia by Qantas and Asian partners could have major ramifications for the region’s rapidly evolving airline industry. If Singapore is selected as the base for the narrowbody operator as expected, Qantas could encroach on...
Last week, a federal judge ruled in favor of both the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF) in response to a 2009 lawsuit brought against the agency by the Montana Wilderness Society and Western Watersheds Project. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August...
Worldwide premium air travel demand growth eased in June, reflecting slower world trade demand and weakening business confidence, according to airline industry association, IATA. Since these figures were assembled, global financial markets have experienced significant volatility and uncertainty, though...
The Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation (CAPA) is delighted to announce air transport writer and blogger Will Horton has joined its line-up of leading aviation industry analysts. Will, based in Melbourne, will further strengthen CAPA’s coverage of Australia, New Zealand and Pacific markets and breaking...
Icon Aircraft reports it received 143 deposits for its A5 amphibious Light Sport Aircraft during this year's AirVenture in Oshkosh. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 16th, 2011 by Janice Wood. 1 comment. © GAN 2011.
The failure of communications venture LightSquared to face up to its proposed wireless network’s GPS-jamming threat to aviation safety is “baffling and unacceptable,” said officials with the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) and the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA)...
Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 16th, 2011 by Ben Sclair. No comments. © GAN 2011.
The US Federal Aviation Administration is set to invest more than USD2.5 billion in the development of the US air traffic management system over the next two years alone. Such investment is attracting interest from European aerospace companies that are increasingly eager to break into the market via...
In our recent review of the world’s largest airports, Salt Lake City failed to make the list. As a matter of fact, it is far down that list according to the airport’s own web site, at number 62 globally and 25th in terms of US ranked airports.
About $500,000 in federal stimulus money will cut the payback time in half for a new solar energy-generating system at Page Field (FMY) in Fort Myers, Florida. According to a News-Press story, the general aviation airport's new, $16.2 million terminal complex opens for business Aug. 31. One-quarter...
Transaero, has made an unexpected order for A320neos, breaking Boeing's stranglehold over the fleet of Russia’s second-largest airline by passenger numbers and revenue. Transaero last week reported a net profit of RUB114 million (USD4 million) in the first half of 2011, a 6% year-on-year increase....
Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson will host the grand opening of Michigan’s first “green” terminal at Oakland County International Airport (PTK) Tuesday, Aug. 23. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 16th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
The air traffic control tower at Florida's Kissimmee Gateway Airport (ISM) recently completed its two millionth error-free operation since opening in 1997. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 16th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
Ohio businesswoman Angela Phillips has donated $10,000 to a local group’s effort to win federal matching funds to improve the Norwalk-Huron County Airport (5A1), according to a report at AOPA.org. Phillips, president and CEO of Phillips Manufacturing, a steel-fabricating enterprise with two plants...
StandardAero Business Aviation has signed a new 10-year lease on its Augusta, Ga., facility. The lease ensures StandardAero’s continued occupancy and includes an additional 10-year option, company officials said. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 16th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments...
Newly published is the FAA's "Instrument Flying Handbook" and "Instrument Procedures Handbook." Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 16th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
Jet Aviation has appointed Charles F. Krugh as the new senior vice president and general manager at Jet Aviation St. Louis. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 16th, 2011 by Janice Wood. 1 comment. © GAN 2011.
This August 2009 accident report is provided by the National Transportation Safety Board. Published as an educational tool, it is intended to help pilots learn from the misfortunes of others. Aircraft: Beech 18. Injuries: 2 Fatal. Location: Eden Prairie, Minn. Aircraft damage: Destroyed. What reportedly...
SAS Group delivered an unexpectedly strong result second-quarter result, reporting net income of EUR60 million which saw the group finish the first half in the black, in sharp contrast to some of its full-service rivals to the south. The result is a significant turnaround for SAS and is even more remarkable...
Tiger Airways Australia has a clear message about its future after the end of a six-week grounding: it is effectively starting over with the aim to build a foundation it can expand from without the safety and operational immaturity that resulted from growing capacity but not associated safety support...
The Air Line Pilots Association’s (ALPA) second loss of organising JetBlue’s 2,100 pilots which was handily defeated this week, makes it clear that the rule change promulgated by the National Mediation Board (NMB) last year - which was supposed to make it easier for unions to win elections - has...
WASHINGTON, D.C. — With the latest temporary funding of the FAA, reauthorization has reached adulthood — that is, temporary approvals are now at 21. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 17th, 2011 by Charles Spence. No comments. © GAN 2011.
Kenya Airways has yet again proven itself as a leading African carrier with a nearly 30% traffic increase in 2Q2011. The carrier credits the boost in numbers to its aggressive expansion plans, which have been rolling out successfully across Africa and on intercontinental routes. On the back of this...
East Africa’s largest airline, Kenya Airways, is considering setting up a low cost subsidiary to operate some of its domestic and regional routes to meet rising competition in its core markets. Kenya Airways’ start-up LCC, to be named Jambo Jet (Jambo means “hello” in Swahili), will compete...
Aviator opinion is widespread about CH 701 and CH 750 being ugly ducklings. Fortunately, plenty of pilots don't care about looks so long as an airplane flies well (750 does!) and for some the, ahem... distinctive look of 750 is a thing of pride. Think Hummer or the old Volkswagen Thing. Continue Reading...
A report in the latest edition of Airline Leader, CAPA’s monthly strategy journal for CEOs, provides a comprehensive analysis of the fast-growing Asian aviation market. The report identifies three unique innovations originating from the region:
Canadian air traffic controllers have ratified a new collective agreement with Canadian air navigation service provider, NAV CANADA, bringing to a close what has been a reasonably amicable collective bargaining phase. Negotiations began in Dec-2010 and were wrapped up over Jul/Aug-2011, notably without...
The majority of air travel growth will "take place outside of the US borders in developing economies" over the next decade, the US Air Transport Association (ATA) has said. In its Industry Review and Outlook presentation, released this week, the ATA observes that post-recession capacity trends show...
