CAE has expanded its portfolio of web-based pilot and technical training courses for business aviation customers through its e-Learning training service. CAE’s e-Learning and courseware training solutions provide self-paced courses and practice tools for initial/transition, recurrent, refresher pilot and maintenance training. They can be integrated into a company’s existing training program or offered as part […]
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New IRS provision could help small GA businesses
The Internal Revenue Service recently announced that small businesses with deductions exceeding their income in 2008 can use a new net operating loss tax provision to get a refund of taxes paid in prior years. This new provision, found in the 2009 Recovery Act, provides relief for small businesses by extending the maximum carryback period […]
Aerox oxygen mask receives industry’s only TSO
The FAA has issued Aerox a TSO for its medium altitude oxygen mask. Aerox is the only manufacturer to produce and hold a TSO for this type of mask, which is certified for use up to 25,000 feet, according to company officials. This mask can be used as a direct replacement for any mask certified […]
SimCom offers shorter CJ captain training course
SimCom now offers an eight-day, one-person CitationJet (CJ) captain initial training course. The course prepares the pilot to take a check ride in eight days rather than 14 as offered in SimCom’s standard course. Customized one-on-one instruction maximizes daily learning and provides the pilot the same content as in the longer course, according to SimCom […]
Jeppesen Concierge takes off
WhiteConcierge, a global B2B concierge and lifestyle management company, has been chosen as the provider for Jeppesen Concierge — a new offering that gives pilots and their passengers access to the highest levels of concierge service for everything from personal emergencies to reservations to a virtual private assistant. Jeppesen Concierge will be offered as part […]
Airpro signs on as Husky dealer
Aviat Aircraft has signed a dealership agreement with Steve Landers of Airpro, who will be responsible for sales in Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas, Minnesota, Iowa, Kentucky, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan and Wisconsin. Airpro, which was founded in October 2006, is located at Saline County Airport in Bryant, Ark. “We are very excited about taking on the Aviat […]
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Following unprecedented growth in the last five years, business aviation is now facing harsh market conditions with aftermarket suppliers holding back investment until recovery. Maintenance, ground handlers and VIP services suppliers are affected by this, though they are all still looking at potential opportunities in the Middle East and Asia where demand is under-served and […]
Lancair shares composite expertise
Lancair International Inc. of Redmond, Oregon, a manufacturer of high-performance aircraft kits, is collaborating with Innovative Composite Structures (ICS) to leverage its composite expertise. Lancair is providing composite technology to Liquid Robotics of Palo Alto, California, a marine technology company that is developing the “Wave Glider,” a revolutionary, energy self-sufficient, autonomous ocean vehicle. All composite […]
The coolest thing on the ramp
Wilting in the heat? Then check out the new portable air conditioners from Arctic Air. The company produces portable air conditioners for GA airplanes. The first generation air conditioners run on ice, while the latest generation are “real” air conditioners with compressors, according to Greg Turton, president. Turton, a Cirrus driver from Atlanta, developed the […]