Cessna’s Citation Ten, an improved development of its popular Citation X business jet, made its first flight on January 17. The two hour flight, which operated from Wichita’s Mid-Continent Airport, assessed aircraft stability and control, the autopilot and autothrottle system, engine operability and avionics operation. This content is available exclusively to Australian Aviation members. Login
CASA has extended its immediate grounding of some Beechcraft models until required inspections are carried out to include the twin engine Baron. The earlier directives were issued this weekend after a private pilot in Victoria discovered a snapped front elevator cable prior to takeoff. CASA is requiring operators immediately inspect control cables and replace any
CASA is requiring immediate inspections of Beechcraft Bonanza and Debonair aircraft after frayed flight control cables were discovered on a pair of planes. In airworthiness directives issued this weekend, CASA ordered owners and operators of the four-seat aircraft to replace any damaged forward elevator control cables before further flight. The directives allow only a single
French planemaker Daher-Socata says it delivered 38 TBM 850 tubroprops in 2011, making it the fourth best year in the 21 year history of the TBM family. The company said it delivered its first aircraft to Singapore and Argentine, though US customers accounted for more than three-quarters of deliveries. This content is available exclusively to
Airservices Australia says time is running out for aspiring female pilots to apply for flight training scholarships. The scholarships, valued at $8000 each, can be used for initial pilot training or towards the cross-country flying component of a private pilot licence. This content is available exclusively to Australian Aviation members. Login Become a Member To
Sydney Airport has launched a web page where aeroplane enthusiasts can share photos of aircraft and information on the best places for plane spotting. The site includes information on different aircraft models, tracking aircraft registrations, security and restricted areas, runways and links to radio frequencies. Users are also encourage to share information on how to