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The grounding of the McDonnell Douglas MD-11 fleet is expected to last until the end of the year, following the tragic incident of UPS Flight 2976 that crashed shortly after takeoff, killing the three on board and a further 11 bystanders on the ground. Testing has been undertaken following the incident earlier this month. Currently, Boeing (which assumed responsibility given their merger with McDonnell Douglas), works towards an inspection criteria that is satisfactory to please the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Grounded MD-11 Credit: Shutterstock The Federal Aviation Administration took necessary steps to ground the MD-11 following the incident in Louisville. This…

Of course I’m not in any way surprised by this experience. Instead, I think it so perfectly sums up the typical Marriott elite experience within the United States, in a nutshell. Predictable, frustrating Marriott check-in experience Let me start by saying that I don’t actually stay at hotels within the United States very often. While I frequently travel internationally with the desire to stay at certain hotels, I just find hospitality in the United States to be non-existent with so many brands, and I don’t enjoy overpaying, getting nickel-and-dimed, and honestly, just being frustrated by the lack of customer service.…

PowerUp S-1200 Series Approved, Available for 4- And 6-Cylinder Engines Hartzell Engine Tech announced it received FAA Parts Manufacturer Approval for its PowerUp S-1200 Series aircraft magnetos, known for excellent performance and reliability in both 4- and 6-cylinder engines, and are available in impulse-coupled and “Shower of Sparks” configurations.

State-Of-The-Art Common Automation Platform To Replace Legacy Systems The FAA has issued a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the initiative of the Trump Administration and U.S. Department of Transportation S. Duffy to design, build, and implement a brand-new Air Traffic Control System. This Request represents the first step in developing a Common Automation Platform, or CAP, that is intended to replace legacy systems with a state-of-the art platform.

Kunsan Air Base Reported the Accident During Routine Operations The US Air Force has confirmed that it lost an MQ-9 Reaper drone to the South Korean waters on November 24. The aircraft, assigned to Kunsan Air Base, was conducting what officials described as a routine mission when it encountered an unspecified incident around 4:35 am near Maldo-Ri Island.

“Achieving PMA for the S-1200 Series magnetos is another step in expanding our commitment to providing the aviation community with the most trusted and durable ‘firewall forward’ solutions. These magnetos are built to perform in the most demanding conditions, for enhanced reliability and performance that pilots can depend on.” Source: Rick Quave, Vice President of Engineering for Hartzell Engine Tech, explaining their programs as they received FAA Parts Manufacturer Approval for its PowerUp S-1200 Series aircraft magnetos, known for excellent performance and reliability in both 4- and 6-cylinder engines, and are available in impulse-coupled and “Shower of Sparks” configurations.

Also: Bell 505 on SAF, NYPA Gets Flak For BizAv ‘Abuse’, FAA Venezuela Caution, Horizon Update Textron Aviation has confirmed it will be ending production of the Beechcraft Bonanza G36 and Baron G58, after nearly 80 years of continuous manufacturing. The company is moving toward new products such as the Beechcraft Denali, but promises to support the thousands of Barons and Bonanzas currently flying worldwide. The announcement brings to an end one of the longest production runs in the history of aviation. The first flight of the Bonanza was in December 1945 and production began in 1947. Archer Aviation’s plan…

The Boeing 707 is often remembered as the aircraft that truly launched the modern age of commercial air travel. When it entered commercial service in 1958, the 707 brought air travel to the mainstream, and its arrival helped establish Boeing as a world leader in commercial aviation. The pioneering narrowbody aircraft quickly became the dependable workhorse of many airlines’ long-haul networks for decades to come, reshaping global connectivity. In this article, we will take a closer look at how the 707 came to be, explore the key innovations behind its development, and examine its lasting impact on the world of…

Venezuela has revoked the operating rights of six foreign airlines, effectively banning them from flying to and from the South American country. The nation’s National Institute of Civil Aviation (INAC) took the measure in response to the carriers in question suspending flights to Venezuela on US advice. The initial suspensions came into place at the end of last week, with American authorities warning airlines of “heightened military activity” in and around the country as tensions between the US and Venezuela escalated. After issuing an ultimatum to the carriers that had suspended their flights to and from the country earlier in…

The Boeing 717 is a small, twin-engine jet airliner designed primarily for regional/short-haul routes. With a distinctive ‘T’ shape tail and rear-mounted engines, this aircraft is instantly recognizable and bears a striking resemblance to another family of aircraft. As with all aircraft, as the type ages, it is slowly being phased out of airlines’ fleets in favor of newer, more efficient aircraft. However, the Boeing 717 still calls a number of airlines home. Utilizing data from ch-aviation, we explore the airlines that still rely on the 717, and the importance it plays in their route networks. The Launch Of The…