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Jet Aviation Basel to install Honeywell JetWave Ka-Band Satellite Communications System on Boeing B747-400 aircraft

November 17, 2015

Jet Aviation Basel has signed an agreement to perform the first installation of a Ka-Band satellite communications system (SCS) on a Boeing B747-400 aircraft. The company will install Honeywell’s JetWave fuselage-mounted antenna (MCS-8200) to support the Ka-Band satellite communications (Satcom) system. Ka-Band connectivity enables one of the highest data transfer speeds available in the industry

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PPG Aerospace introduces new-design windshield for Hawker 800 series aircraft

November 17, 2015

PPG Industries’ aerospace transparencies group has received Parts Manufacturer Approval for its new-design glass-faced acrylic windshields for Hawker 800 series business jets, including the Hawker 750, 800, 800XP, 800 (U-125A), 850XP, 900XP and 1000 aircraft. According to Mark Hood, PPG Aerospace global director for general aviation transparencies, the glass-faced acrylic windshields offer superior scratch, abrasion

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easyJet orders an additional 36 A320 Family aircraft

November 17, 2015

easyJet has signed a firm order for a further 36 A320 Family aircraft taking its cumulative order for the type to 451. The agreement for six A320ceo and 30 A320neo makes easyJet one of the world’s biggest airline customers for the A320ceo Family with 321 ordered and also for the A320neo with 130 on order.

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Embraer Executive Jets increases Legacy 450 range to 2,900nm

November 17, 2015

Embraer Executive Jets will extend the range of the Legacy 450, its new mid-light business jet, to 2,900 nm (5,371 km). This represents an increase of 325 nm (602 km) over the range of the recently certified aircraft. The extended range will enable nonstop flights from San Francisco to Hawaii, New York to Los Angeles,

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Satcom Direct expands service portfolio, evolves its brand

November 17, 2015

To better represent its expanded offerings beyond satellite communications solutions, Satcom Direct has changed its brand identity to SD. The move stems from the company’s ongoing technology advancements and strategic partnerships, which have broadened its capabilities as a global connectivity provider. In addition to SATCOM, SD offers secured network capabilities, air-to-ground solutions, and value-added services

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Embraer releases 10-year market outlook for business aviation

November 17, 2015

Embraer Executive Jets released its 10-year market outlook for business aviation at the National Business Aviation Association Convention and Exhibition in Las Vegas, NV. The Company forecasts a global demand of 9,100 new business jets, worth US$259bn. This is the total market opportunity to be serviced by all manufacturers and represents a Compound Annual Growth

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UK aviation security funds to double in wake of recent tragedies

November 16, 2015

Subsequent to a number of recent tragedies which are all believed to be terrorist related, David Cameron, the UK Prime Minister, has announced his intention to increase the size of the UK security forces MI5 and MI6 by some 15% with the addition of 1,900 more officers. He has also vowed to double the amount

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KLM Royal Dutch Airlines takes delivery of first 787 Dreamliner

November 16, 2015

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines took delivery of the airline’s first 787-9 Dreamliner on November 14th. Over the coming years the 787 will play a key role in the Dutch flag carrier’s fleet renewal and expansion. KLM acquired this airplane through leasing company AerCap. In addition to the latest delivery, the Air France-KLM Group has 19

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