Canada-based company Tronos has developed a fire fighting airtanker version of the BAE 146 airliner. Following trials with the US Forest Service in Montana, the 146 has been released into service and is currently based in Texas with Neptune Aviation Services. “We are excited by this breakthrough,” said Mark Coffin, Tronos’ conversion maintenance facility manager.
Hawker Beechcraft has announced that the European Aviation Safety Authority (EASA) has granted type certification to the Hawker 800XPR, and that customer deliveries of the aircraft have commenced. The EASA certification of the XPR upgrade follows that of the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in August. The upgrade comprises the incorporation of new Honeywell TFE731-50R
Cirrus has celebrated the delivery of its 5000th aircraft since production of its piston single engine light aircraft line began in 1999. The 5000th aircraft, SR22 N5000J, features a special commemorative paint scheme, and was presented to new owner Joe Wisenhunt at the recent 2011 AOPA Summit. This content is available exclusively to Australian Aviation
Cessna has launched the Citation M2, a new light jet to sit between the Citation Mustang and Citation CJ series in its extensive business jet line-up. In effect a replacement for the out of production CJ1+, on which it is based, the M2 seats six in the main cabin, features a Garmin Prodigy G3000 glass
Several flying schools and aviation service providers have teamed with Wings For Kids (WFK) initiative organiser Matilda Air Services to provide children with special needs the opportunity to experience a joyflight in an aircraft or helicopter and a tour of airport facilities. Air BP Moorabbin, Peter Bini’s Flight Training, Helicopter Group, Professional Helicopter Services, Royal
Bombardier has announced that Hollywood actor John Travolta will become a brand ambassador for the company’s Learjet, Challenger and Global business jet ranges. “John is both a film icon and knowledgeable aviator. He also recently added the Challenger aircraft to the impressive list of 11 different jets he is qualified to fly, an aircraft that