Regulations and Government
News about bills, laws, regulations and other governmental decisions affecting aviation and aerospace. Topics include FAA re-authorizations, taxes on fuel and aviation activities, environmental legislation, ICAO decisions, governmental mediation of labor conflicts and World Trade Organization disputes and decisions.
Aircraft
GAO: Delay Risks Remain for New Air Force Ones
Converting a pair of existing 747-8 airliners to presidential duty presents a host of expensive problems.
Regulations and Government
Seizure Warrant Issued for Two Russian-owned Jets
A U.S. seizure warrant has been issued for a Boeing BBJ 787-8 and a Gulfstream G650ER owned by Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich.
Airlines
JetBlue Again Sweetens Merger Offer for Spirit Airlines
In its latest offer to merge with Spirit Airlines, JetBlue increases its promised reverse break-up fee to $350 million.
Regulations and Government
Bahamas Delays Indefinitely New Customs Protocol
The Bahamas had plans to apply its Click2Clear customs program to private pilots beginning May 30, but agreed to delay at the request of AOPA.
Regulations and Government
FAA Issues ATC Notice for Annual Oshkosh AirVenture
One of the big changes this year is the prohibition of aircraft camping at Appleton International Airport.
Accidents
AINsight: Is It Time for Cockpit Video Recorders?
Cockpit image recording systems have been a hot-button topic for more than 20 years, but the time for the FAA to require them might have arrived.
Regulations and Government
FAA Inspector Took 'Money and Hookers' To Ignore Violations
Former FAA inspector Cislo testifies at Hansen Helicopter trial.
Regulations and Government
Titan Aviation Eyes 50-strong Fleet by 2023
The approachability and speed of response of the San Marino Registry has aided Titan’s growth
Fuel
Embraer Teams With 4Air on Carbon Credits
Embraer's new bizjet customers will receive 25 complimentary carbon-neutral flight hours from 4Air.
Accidents
Loss of Control During Severe Turbulence Caused Challenger Crash
The fatal crash of a Challenger 601-3A on May 5, 2019, was the result of a loss of control due to a rapid climb and inversion caused by severe turbulence.
Regulations and Government
EASA To Improve Integration of Rotor Health Systems
An EASA notice of proposed amendment aims to improve the ability to integrate the use of vibration health monitoring systems for helicopter rotors.
Regulations and Government
EBAA Launches STARS Sustainability Initiative at EBACE
Delegations to annual One Young World global conference drove the development of a new European-focused sustainability program for business aviation.
Environment
NBAA Touts Industry Sustainabilty at Congressional Hearing
In a document issued during a congressional hearing this week, NBAA detailed business aviation’s commitment to sustainability.
Charter & Fractional
Russian business aviation sector in ‘deep shock’
The Russian business aviation sector is going into a tailspin as the ever-tightening Western sanctions over the war in Ukraine cripple the industry.
Charter & Fractional
Hadid Bids on Oman FBO Tender
Expo 2020 has boosted Dubai’s status as a regional hub.
Regulations and Government
EBAA Ambassador Program Grows to Nearly Two Dozen Companies
Companies participating in the EBAA Ambassador program will meet in person with their counterparts in the NBAA Leadership Council during EBACE 2022.
Regulations and Government
EASA Compliance Countdown
AIN has compiled a summary of upcoming EASA regulations to help business aircraft operators, manufacturers, and others prepare for what is coming ahead.
Regulations and Government
EBAA Chief Addresses Bizav's Headwinds in Europe
EBAA secretary-general Athar Husain Khan spoke with AIN in the trade body’s office in Brussels, Belgium, ahead of this year’s in-person EBACE in Geneva.
Airports
Court Thwarts East Hampton's Attempt To Close Airport
A court-ordered temporary restraining order has put East Hampton Town's plans to close its airport and reopen it as a private use facility on hold.
Avionics
FAA Eases Preflight Rules for Certain ADS-B Avionics
Operators with ADS-B Out receivers with selective availability are no longer required to perform a preflight performance availability prediction check.
Regulations and Government
AviationManuals Issues Updated Flight-planning Guide
Flight department manual and safety services specialist AviationManuals has issued an updated version of its flight planning guide.
Accidents
Tail Contamination, W&B Eyed in PC-12 Fatal Crash
Accumulated snow/ice, excessive gross weight, and out-of-limit center of gravity are among factors eyed by investigators of a Pilatus PC-12 crash.
Environment
Joby: NASA Test Flights Prove eVTOL's Low Noise Levels
Results from recent NASA-backed flight tests with Joby’s eVTOL prototype demonstrate that its noise would be barely audible from city streets below.
Avionics
FAA Updates Guidance for EFVS Operations
The FAA has issued an update of its previous 2018 advisory circular (AC) that provides regulatory guidance for operators to obtain EFVS approval.
Aircraft
Russian Transport Ministry Sees Sharp Drop in Air Traffic by 2025
A draft report prepared by Russia’s Ministry of Transport projects a drop in traffic of between 24 and 48 percent over the next three years.
Regulations and Government
Australia CASA Looks To Reduce GA Regulatory Burdens
Australia's Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) has developed framework to reduce the regulatory burden on general aviation.
Regulations and Government
NBAA Advises Carriers To Register for EU Pax Systems
NBAA said new passenger entry programs for the EU are going to take effect in September of this year and then May 2023.
Regulations and Government
Part 135 Rest and Duty ARC Submits Recommendations
The Part 135 Rest and Duty ARC looked at numerous factors and relied on fatigue science experts in developing its recommendations, NBAA said.
Airlines
Spirit Rejects JetBlue Acquisition Overtures
Spirit Airlines chooses Frontier Airlines merger proposal over that of JetBlue, citing concerns over antitrust risk.
Regulations and Government
Facing Noise Issues, Naples Stops Late-night Fueling
Florida’s Naples Municipal Airport will implement a new policy to stop overnight aircraft fueling operations on the field.
