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Republic seeks waiver on 1,500 hour rule for pilots

10 May 2022 By Seth Miller 1 Comment

With the pilot shortage challenge becoming ever more acute, regional carrier Republic Airways is looking for a different way to get more pilots into its operations. The carrier filed an application with the US Federal Aviation Administration last month seeking permission for pilots with 750 hours of flight experience – half the current requirement – to be licensed as a Restricted Air Transport Pilot (R-ATP), eligible to operate commercial service for the company.

This story is about: FAA, Federal Aviation Administration, pilot shortage, Republic Airways Filed Under: Airplanes and Airports

Gogo 5G hits certification milestone

24 February 2022 By Seth Miller Leave a Comment

Installation of the large 5G antennae on a Gogo ATG tower

Gogo’s new 5G in-flight WiFi service moved step closer to reality, with the airplane antenna receiving certification from the Federal Aviation Administration.

This story is about: 5G, air-to-ground, ATG-NG, Duncan Aviation, FAA, Federal Aviation Administration, gogo, Gogo 5G, IFC, IFEC, in flight, in-flight connectivity, in-flight internet, in-flight wifi, inflight connectivity, inflight wifi, STC, STCs, Supplemental Type Certificate, wifi Filed Under: IFEC

Eastern comes up short in ETOPS certification try

21 February 2022 By Seth Miller Leave a Comment

A rendering of the Eastern 777 in cargo configuration

Eastern Airlines will not be flying its fleet over open water any time soon. The copmany’s efforts to gain ETOPS certification came up short during an FAA flight proving run.

This story is about: 777, cargo, certification, Eastern Airlines, ETOPS, FAA, Federal Aviation Administration Filed Under: Airplanes and Airports

How sideways can you sit?

15 December 2021 By Seth Miller 1 Comment

Direct-aisle access on single-aisle aircraft without loss of business class density is a key selling point on the Vantage Solo seat from Thompson Aero

When it comes to flying, seats generally face forward. There are a few that face backward, typically reserved for premium cabins,. And then there are the sideways seats. Including one that might soon fly even more sideways than before.

This story is about: 737 MAX 10, Boeing, business class, certification, Copa Airlines, FAA, Federal Aviation Administration, flydubai, premium cabin, seating, seats, Stelia, Stelia Aerospace, Thompson Aero, United Airlines, Vantage Solo Filed Under: Seats & Cabin

Winter waiver issued for US airport slots, with an international twist

20 September 2021 By Seth Miller 1 Comment

overhead view of LaGuardia Airport

Airlines operating to some of the largest US airports won a reprieve from regulators, extending a waiver put in place as the COVID pandemic began in early 2020. But this time around the waiver comes with a change in terms, one that could prove significant for US airlines.

This story is about: Department of Transportation, DoT, FAA, routes, slots Filed Under: Airplanes and Airports

M-Flex seeks certification to enter service

21 April 2021 By Seth Miller Leave a Comment

The new M-Flex Duet from Collins Aerospace delivers a self-service bar area in flight using existing floor space, a great option for airlines looking to up their game a little in premium cabins.

Two years ago Collins Aerospace introduced the M-Flex™ Duet galley monument. Now the company is seeking approval from the FAA to install the system on wide-body aircraft.

This story is about: Collins Aerospace, FAA, Federal Aviation Administration, galley, M-Flex Duet, M-Flex Switch Filed Under: Seats & Cabin

UAVs headed to FAA type certification

20 November 2020 By Seth Miller Leave a Comment

A half dozen UAVs and associated control systems are now in line for certification by the FAA. The Agency published guidelines on Friday describing the airworthiness criteria the FAA finds to be appropriate and applicable for the unmanned aircraft systems designs

This story is about: amazon, drones, FAA, Federal Aviation Administration Filed Under: Airplanes and Airports

Two major takeaways from FAA Administrator Dixon’s 737 MAX test flight

1 October 2020 By Seth Miller 6 Comments

On Wednesday morning Steve Dickson, Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration, took Boeing’s 737 MAX for a test flight. Following the successful flight Dickson repeatedly stated, “I like what I saw” from the progress, particularly in how the MCAS system was revised. But that optimism must be tempered against a few very real remaining challenges in getting the aircraft back into commercial service.

This story is about: 737 MAX, 737MAX, Boeing, FAA, Federal Aviation Administration Filed Under: Airplanes and Airports

Amazon’s first 763 freighter is now registered

2 September 2020 By Seth Miller 5 Comments

Fresh off the issuance of its Airline Operations Certificate over the weekend Amazon is now also the proud owner of its first cargo 767 operating under a direct registration rather than through a leasing agreement. The registration N503AZ was issued on 31 August 2020 to Amazon.com Services LLC.

This story is about: 767-300, amazon, cargo, FAA, Federal Aviation Administration Filed Under: Airplanes and Airports

Amazon Prime Air drones secure FAA exemption

27 August 2020 By Seth Miller 4 Comments

Amazon’s Prime Air drone delivery plans scored a boost on Thursday. The Federal Aviation Administration approved an exemption allowing the company to move forward with operations while working towards formal certification of the MK27 UA aircraft and the airline operations. The approval comes with significant limits, but allows the company to continue development of the platform and supports progress towards the necessary certifications.

This story is about: amazon, drones, FAA, Federal Aviation Administration Filed Under: Airplanes and Airports

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