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Russia restricts Azur Air AOC to June 8 after audit into equipment-related cancellations

Russia’s air regulator restricted leisure carrier Azur Air’s air operator certificate until 8 June 2026 following an audit conducted 19 Feb–5 Mar triggered by service cancellations and delays tied to equipment issues. The regulator said it found no safety non‑compliance while ordering operational improvements.

2026-03-13T01:18:45.661866-07:00

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airBaltic expects full A220-300 fleet operational in 2026 after engine‑maintenance 'turning point'

2026-03-12T10:19:03.139937-07:00

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Robinson to deploy CrewChief digital aircraft management across future and legacy helicopters

2026-03-11T07:15:31.823424-07:00

Vertical Mag

RMCI, KGB Aviation to Offer SkyLog‑125 Crash‑Survivable 25‑Hour FDR/CVR Integrated with XRDS HUMS

2026-03-12T04:54:08.415580-07:00

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Russia restricts Azur Air AOC to June 8 after audit into equipment-related cancellations Russia’s air regulator restricted leisure carrier Azur Air’s air operator certificate until 8 June 2026 following an audit conducted 19 Feb–5 Mar triggered by service cancellations and delays tied to equipment issues. The regulator said it found no safety non‑compliance while ordering operational improvements.

2026-03-13T01:18:45.661866-07:00

Russia restricts Azur Air AOC to June 8 after audit into equipment-related cancellations

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airBaltic expects full A220-300 fleet operational in 2026 after engine‑maintenance 'turning point' Air Baltic expects its full A220-300 fleet to be operational in 2026 after reaching a 'turning point' on engine maintenance issues in 2025. Management says phased returns will follow as maintenance catch-up completes, restoring short‑haul capacity and schedule resilience across its network.

2026-03-12T10:19:03.139937-07:00

airBaltic expects full A220-300 fleet operational in 2026 after engine‑maintenance 'turning point'

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El Al expects Boeing 777 cabin reconfiguration to complete in 1Q27 El Al expects its Boeing 777 cabin reconfiguration programme to finish in 1Q27, the carrier told ch-aviation. The modifications will be applied across its 777 fleet as part of ongoing interior updates to support long‑haul operations and passenger experience improvements.

2026-03-12T04:58:47.197741-07:00

El Al expects Boeing 777 cabin reconfiguration to complete in 1Q27

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RMCI and Onboard Systems link Pegasus rescue hoists to local access and cloud fleet visibility RMCI and Onboard Systems have partnered to deliver a software suite and ground station for the Pegasus rescue hoist, enabling operators to access hoist and mission data locally in remote environments while synchronizing telemetry to a cloud platform for fleet-wide visibility and monitoring worldwide.

2026-03-12T04:54:09.106366-07:00

RMCI and Onboard Systems link Pegasus rescue hoists to local access and cloud fleet visibility

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RMCI, KGB Aviation to Offer SkyLog‑125 Crash‑Survivable 25‑Hour FDR/CVR Integrated with XRDS HUMS RMCI and KGB Aviation will offer the SkyLog‑125, a crash‑survivable flight data and cockpit voice recorder with 25‑hour retention, integrated with RMCI’s XRDS HUMS. The package feeds predictive‑maintenance analytics, supports post‑incident investigation, improves fleet readiness and reduces life‑cycle costs.

2026-03-12T04:54:08.415580-07:00

RMCI, KGB Aviation to Offer SkyLog‑125 Crash‑Survivable 25‑Hour FDR/CVR Integrated with XRDS HUMS

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Asman Airlines signs for three refurbished De Havilland Dash 8‑400s De Havilland Aircraft of Canada has signed a purchase agreement with Asman Airlines for three refurbished Dash 8‑400 (Q400) turboprops. The aircraft will be reconfigured and modified to Asman’s operational specifications, highlighting sustained demand for the type across the Asia‑Pacific region.

2026-03-11T14:08:41.630504-07:00

Asman Airlines signs for three refurbished De Havilland Dash 8‑400s

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NBAA joins industry coalition to contest FAA radio‑altimeter mandate The National Business Aviation Association has joined an industry‑wide coalition to shape and press industry concerns about an FAA proposal that would require new radio altimeters on tens of thousands of aircraft and helicopters. NBAA says the move is intended to ensure operator perspectives are reflected in the rulemaking process.

2026-03-11T11:19:00.195773-07:00

NBAA joins industry coalition to contest FAA radio‑altimeter mandate

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Metro Aviation advances STC for Airbus H160 EMS interior Metro Aviation is advancing a supplemental type certificate to install a dedicated EMS interior for the Airbus H160. A Memorial Hermann H160 displayed at Airbus’s Verticon booth served as the conforming aircraft for the STC development, signaling operator-aligned validation as certification progresses.

2026-03-11T09:18:33.166920-07:00

Metro Aviation advances STC for Airbus H160 EMS interior

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Russia restricts Azur Air AOC to June 8 after audit into equipment-related cancellations

airBaltic expects full A220-300 fleet operational in 2026 after engine‑maintenance 'turning point'

Robinson to deploy CrewChief digital aircraft management across future and legacy helicopters

RMCI, KGB Aviation to Offer SkyLog‑125 Crash‑Survivable 25‑Hour FDR/CVR Integrated with XRDS HUMS

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