The latest Cessna Citation Latitude arrived in Dubai this week ahead of the opening of the business aviation industry’s prestigious air show. The business jet, recently earning FAA certification in June, is expected to be a popular choice in the region following the success of the Citation Sovereign.
EASA certification is expected by the end of 2015, which will open the European market to the luxury jet, equipped with a spacious cabin and touchscreen-controlled advanced flight deck.
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opolis Aviation, Farnborough, UK-based luxury Airbus charter provider, has received EASA approval for upgraded on-board Wifi and IFE systems.
Using a Rockwell Collins Skybox solution, Acropolis Aviation will be able to offer its passengers secure aircraft internet, in partnership with Satcom Direct’s SkyTicket.
Acropolis Aviation are pleased to offer the upgraded service and have enjoyed a ‘good working relationship’ with both companies.
It is with interest that the latest report from TechNavio entitled ‘Global Aerospace Components Aviation Security Market 2015-2019’ has been studies by the industry.
With global threats to the aviation security sector coming thick and fast, and not just focussing on physical security, but cyber security, airports infrastructure and information management, the industry is all too aware that the world is watching.
TechNavio predict that the global aviation security sector will continue to grow at a rate of just over 7% through the years 2014-2019. Increased investment is expected in biometrics technology, screening and the latest radio frequency identification (RFID).
Doubts about the viability of a new air traffic control system purchased three years ago to replace the outdated system at Hong Kong’s International Airport has led to criticism from the country’s lawmakers.
Safety, management, infrastructure and administrative issues must be resolved if the Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department wish to be taken seriously. A series of mistakes have been made that are adding up financially, particularly the HK$575 million air traffic control system, which cannot be implemented due to the failure of safety tests.
As a modern international airport, and a hub for the region, the issues are a source of embarrassment for the government.
Qatar Executive, the business aviation division of Qatar Airways, has been presented with the Best Business Aviation Operator of the Year 2015 award by Aviation Business, the Middle Eastern industry publication.
The award was also achieved by Qatar Executive in 2012 and has been presented this year for significant growth in the sector, expansion into Asia and the improvement in its aircraft management services.
Qatar Executive was also recognised for the completion of a Hamad International Airport-based private jet terminal, scheduled to open next month.
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