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FAA admits staffing issues, asks airlines for help

23 March 2023 By Seth Miller 3 Comments

The US Government spent plenty of time in recent months chiding airlines for scheduling flights they ultimately did not have the staff to operate. Now the FAA now admits that it, too, has staffing issues, and it needs help from the airlines.

This story is about: DCA, EWR, FAA, Federal Aviation Administration, JFK, JFK Airport, LaGuardia, LGA, New York City, Newark, NYC, regulations, slots, Washington DC Filed Under: Airplanes and Airports

JSX now online with SpaceX Starlink

10 December 2022 By Seth Miller 3 Comments

The JSX E145 carrying the special Starlink livery, now also has the Starlink hardware installed. Image via SpaceX

The first JSX aircraft carrying the SpaceX Starlink inflight internet service entered service last week. The carrier confirmed that the FAA certification for the installation was received earlier in the week and SpaceX noted that the kit is active.

This story is about: FAA, Federal Aviation Administration, IFC, IFEC, in-flight connectivity, in-flight internet, in-flight wifi, inflight connectivity, inflight wifi, JSX, LEO, Low Earth Orbit, regional jet, Satellite, SpaceX, Starlink, STC, STCs, Supplemental Type Certificate Filed Under: IFEC

Starlink/JSX STC slips

7 November 2022 By Seth Miller Leave a Comment

Showing off the antenna panel atop an E145 aircraft; image via Starlink

The first plane is fitted and flying. The new SpaceX Starlink inflight connectivity system on JSX works, and the companies are excited to deploy it fleet wide. Alas, it does not appear they will meet the target timeline of having the system fully installed before the end of the year. The necessary Supplemental Type Certification (STC) remains pending with the authorities.

This story is about: APEXEXPO, APEXEXPO22, FAA, Federal Aviation Administration, Hawaiian Airlines, IFC, IFEC, in-flight connectivity, in-flight internet, in-flight wifi, inflight connectivity, inflight wifi, Jonathan Hofeller, JSX, LEO, Low Earth Orbit, regional jet, Satellite, SpaceX, Starlink, STC, STCs, Supplemental Type Certificate Filed Under: IFEC, PremCat

WestJet adds MAX 10 to fleet plan

29 September 2022 By Seth Miller Leave a Comment

A rendering of the 737 MAX 10 in WestJet's livery

WestJet plans to add 42 737 MAX 10 aircraft to its fleet, continuing its growth plans. The order also comes with 22 options.

This story is about: 737 MAX, 737 MAX 10, Boeing, certification, FAA, Federal Aviation Administration, regulations, WestJet Filed Under: Airplanes and Airports

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, Oakleigh Thorne, STC, STCs, Supplemental Type Certificate, wifi Filed Under: IFEC

Eastern comes up short in ETOPS certification try

21 February 2022 By Seth Miller 2 Comments

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

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

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