Embraer Executive Jets has begun deliveries of its mid-light Legacy 450 business jet. The first aircraft was delivered to Orlando-based LMG, which produces support corporate meetings, trade shows and other events.
The number of used business jets for sale in all business jet categories in 2015 rose 6% when compared to a year ago, according to a survey by Jefferies. Of the manufacturers, Gulfstream Aerospace was the only company that saw used inventory levels decline, it said.
Avcorp’s acquisition of Hitco’s Aerostructures division, Hitco Carbon Composites, has strengthened its ability to address the growing market for composite airframe structures in the aviation sector, its CEO said.
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TrueNorth Avionics has confirmed that its Optelity Cabin Gateway and Hot Spot products will be compatible with SmartSky Network’s 4G LTE-based wireless network “to create an exceptional in-flight passenger communications experience.”
AXON, based in Mayfair, London, specializes in transactions involving high-end business-jet aircraft. The AS2 is well-suited to cover vast distances, the company notes.
Signed into law by President Barack Obama on Nov. 27, 2013, the small airplane revitalization act was hailed by proponents as dramatically enhancing safety while simultaneously being a pro-jobs and pro-export initiative, Bunce said.
The legislation includes key funding for general-aviation manufacturers in safety, certification and alternative fuels for piston-engine aircraft and other measures.
