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Airservices shows off new ATC technology at Avalon
/Airservices Australia is showcasing its latest air traffic control tower technology at the Australian International Airshow at Avalon Airport for the first time. The new suite of technology provides air traffic controllers with an integrated layout for flight and operational data, surveillance and voice communications through four interactive touch screens. The new technology is being
Read moreAP-3C sim gets Level 5 accreditation
The RAAF’s AP-3C Orion Advanced Flight Simulator (AFS) has been awarded Level 5 accreditation by Simulinc, the highest available under ADF regulations. The AP-3C AFS was developed by a team form Thales in Australia and the UK and provides full flight performance, flightdeck and tactical training capabilities for the RAAF. With the awarding of Level
Read more777 Freighter marks two years in service
/Boeing has celebrated the second anniversary of the 777 freighter’s entry into service by highlighting the type’s strong in-service performance. According to the manufacturer, the global fleet of 39 777 freighters currently in service with nine airlines has amassed approximately 120,000 flying hours and has a daily utilisation of 11.34 hours. Schedule reliability has also
Read moreEmbraer expands support in Connecticut
Embraer Executive Jets has expanded its service centre at Bradley International Airport, Connecticut, to include full maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) support for the growing northeastern US fleet of Phenom and Legacy business jets. Embraer first opened the service centre at Bradley International Airport in 2008 and had operated solely as an Aircraft on Ground
Read moreGAMA reports on disappointing 2010
/Worldwide shipments of general aviation aircraft in 2010 declined for the third year in a row to 2015 units, down 11.4 per cent on 2009’s total of 2274, reports the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA). Billings in fact rose by 1.2 percent to $19.7 billion, driven by deliveries of long-range, large-cabin aircraft, but overall business
Read moreGulfstream on show at Avalon
/Gulfstream will showcase three of its premier business jets at Avalon’s Australian International Airshow 2011. The business jet manufacturer will bring its high speed G150, long range G450 and ultra-long range G550 aircraft to Avalon for static display between March 1 and 6. Several members of the company’s sales team will be present at the
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