Garmin Unveils Complete Avionics Modernization Program for Cessna Citation CJ2

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Garmin Unveils Complete Avionics Modernization Program for Cessna Citation CJ2

Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) has announced an upcoming Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certification (STC) for the Cessna Citation CJ2, creating an all-Garmin integrated solution for the popular light jet. As a complete upgrade for the original flight deck, Garmin's industry-leading avionics solutions will fully replace the legacy systems, modernizing the airplane and reducing pilot workload by bringing new capabilities and safety-enhancing technologies. The all-Garmin retrofit will include TXi flight displays, GTN Xi navigators, GFC 600 digital autopilot and several more optional upgrades.

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Garmin Announces GFC 500 Certification for Beechcraft Bonanza

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Garmin Announces GFC 500 Certification for Beechcraft Bonanza

Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) announced it has received Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certification (STC) for the GFC™ 500 digital autopilot in Beechcraft A35 and B35 aircraft. The GFC 500 digital autopilot is intended for light piston aircraft while delivering superior in-flight characteristics, self-monitoring capabilities and minimal maintenance requirements when compared to older generation autopilot systems.

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Meridian Hayward Awarded Everest Fuel S.A.F.E. Certification

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Meridian Hayward Awarded Everest Fuel S.A.F.E. Certification

Meridian, the award-winning private aviation company, is pleased to announce that its Hayward FBO recently received the S.A.F.E. accreditation from Everest Fuel. S.A.F.E. stands for Safety Analysis and Facility Evaluation. Certified FBOs are the best in the industry and exceed FAA requirements by passing a thorough 200-point on-site inspection conducted by Everest’s team of Regional Managers.

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Final Programmatic Environmental Assessment Available for the Front Range Airport Launch Site Operator License

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The FAA is announcing the availability of the Final Programmatic Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact/Record of Decision for Front Range Airport Launch Site Operator License, Spaceport Colorado (Final PEA and FONSI/ROD).
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Aviation Industry Urges U.S. Senate Leadership to Pass a Long-Term FAA Reauthorization

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The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) and 32 other aviation industry organizations sent a letter to U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) and U.S. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), urging them to have the Senate move expeditiously to consider legislation for a long-term reauthorization of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
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NBAA Notes Newest Round of Concerns Raised Over ATC Privatization Bill

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As Congress considers H.R. 2997, a bill to privatize the nation’s air traffic control (ATC) system, the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) noted that myriad concerns over the legislation continue to be raised, most recently by a top House Democrat and the Congressional Budget Office (CBO), a non-partisan scorekeeper on a bill’s cost to taxpayers.
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Pentastar Aviation Awarded STC for Gulfstream GIV-X (G350/G450) Wi-Fi Compatibility

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Pentastar Aviation has been issued Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) ST04188CH for certification of compatibility of wireless data technologies on Gulfstream Aerospace GIV-X (G350/G450) series aircraft. Award of this STC allows operators to approve the use of Transmitting Portable Electronic Devices (TPED) onboard aircraft with wireless networks or Wi-Fi hot spots for their passengers.
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FAA’s New Regulatory Consistency Communication Board Will Benefit Aviation Businesses

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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) released the procedures governing the agency’s new Regulatory Consistency Communication Board (RCCB) including how the industry is to bring matters to its attention. The RCCB will provide clarification to internal and external stakeholders on questions related to potential inconsistent regulatory interpretations by the agency’s regions and district offices.  
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FAA Charter Industry Report Demonstrates Folly of User Fees on General Aviation

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The following is a statement by National Air Transportation Association President and CEO Thomas L. Hendricks following the FAA’s release of a study of scheduled and non-scheduled air operators.  The study was mandated by Congress as part of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (PL 112-95, Section 409):  
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Pentastar Aviation Awarded STC for Hawker 800XP and 850XP Wi-Fi Compatibility

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Pentastar Aviation announces it has been issued Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) ST04055CH for certification of compatibility of wireless data technologies on Hawker 800XP and 850XP series aircraft.  This allows operators to approve the use of portable electronic devices onboard aircraft with wireless networks or Wi-Fi hot spots for their passengers.  
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Ask AC-U-KWIK: Airport Elevation Changes

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I noticed that AC-U-KWIK recently raised the field elevation at my airport by eleven feet. Why is that?

Often, the FAA will change an airport’s official elevation and AC-U-KWIK reports these changes every 56 days. The airport could have been surveyed many years ago with inaccurate equipment, and may have recently undergone a new geographical survey. New runways or other construction projects can affect official elevation as well.

Sun Air Jets Receives FAA 'Diamond Award' for Maintenance Training Excellence

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Sun Air Jets, a leader in private aviation, today announced the latest recognition of its operational excellence for being awarded the prestigious Diamond Award of Excellence for 2014 from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).  The Diamond Award, the FAA's highest honor for maintenance training, recognizes Sun Air's ongoing commitment to high quality maintenance and training excellence.
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FAA Takes 'A Good First Step' on Rules Governing UAS

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) today welcomed the release by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) of a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) towards adopting a regulatory framework governing the commercial operation of small unmanned aircraft systems (s-UAS) weighing less than 55 lbs.
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