April 2, 2025 - No. 14 In This Issue : FAA orders California county to reverse 100LL ban : Boeing Begins 777X Brake testing as Part of FAA Certifications Flights : Mechanic’s error brings down just-purchased Piper : Jetson’s first production model flying car flies with stability, lands without issue : Australia wins MRO deals for P-8As, Tritons : FL Technics Approved for Base Maintenance of Embraer E170/E190 Models : Airhub Aviation Strengthens Asset Management and MRO Services at SQQ, Lithuania : Porter Airlines Expands Aircraft Maintenance Operations with Halifax Hangar : Aeromedic/AMETEK MRO Responds to New Requirements for Onboard Medical Equipment : [Latest] North America Aircraft Engine Mro Market: Understanding the Shift to Online Shopping : The Man Who Saved North American Aviation’s Engineering Drawings FAA orders California county to reverse 100LL ban By General Aviation News Staff March 28, 2025 · A Beech Baron 58 runs on 100LL. The FAA has ruled that a prohibition of the sale of 100LL avgas at two airports in Santa Clara County, California, violated obligations the county agreed to when receiving $6.8 million in federal airport development assistance between 1983 and 2011, among other federal funds. Pilots and aviation businesses affected by the fuel ban, which went into effect in January 2022, joined the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) in filing a complaint in 2022, arguing the county’s decision to only sell unleaded fuels at Reid-Hillview of Santa Clara County Airport (KRHV) and San Martin Airport (E16) was premature as some of the general aviation fleet still requires 100LL fuel to operate safely. In its ruling on March 24, 2025, the director of the FAA Office of Airports Compliance and Management Analysis ordered the county take three corrective actions: 1. Remove restrictions on the purchase, storage, and use of aviation fuel, including 100LL. 2. Allow self-fueling with 100LL by commercial service operators. 3. Eliminate rules that favor aircraft that can safely use unleaded fuel over those that cannot. 4. “The general aviation industry wants to move toward unleaded fuels, but the issue in Santa Clara County is that the transition was forced upon pilots and businesses before many can use it,” said AOPA President and CEO Darren Pleasance. “AOPA strongly supports the transition to unleaded fuels, while ensuring a continuous supply of 100LL until an acceptable alternative is available for all aircraft,” he continued. “We will continue collecting feedback from general aviation pilots about their experience with unleaded fuels.” Santa Clara County has 30 days to present a corrective action plan to the FAA or file an appeal, AOPA officials noted. FAA orders California county to reverse 100LL ban Boeing Begins 777X Brake testing as Part of FAA Certifications Flights Boeing's first 777X test aircraft, designated WH001 and bearing registration N779XW, arrived at Clinton Sherman Airport (CSM) for brake testing. By Bhavya Velani March 31, 2025 Note: See photos in the original article. SEATTLE- This month, American Aerospace giant Boeing has initiated formal certification testing of the braking system on its new 777-9 (777X) aircraft, marking a significant milestone in the development of what will become the world’s largest twin-engine passenger airplane. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has expanded Type Inspection Authorization for the 777-9, confirming the aircraft’s readiness to advance through official certification processes. Boeing 777X Brake Testing Boeing’s first 777X test aircraft, designated WH001 and bearing registration N779XW, arrived at Clinton Sherman Airport (CSM), also known as the Oklahoma Air & Space Port in Washita County, Oklahoma to conduct essential brake certification testing under direct Federal Aviation Administration supervision. The 777-9 promises to deliver a 20% improvement in fuel efficiency compared to previous models. While Boeing engineers have conducted extensive internal evaluations of the braking system, this latest round of tests includes FAA personnel onboard to verify compliance with regulatory requirements. During this certification phase, Boeing will demonstrate the safety and reliability of the 777-9’s aerodynamics, brakes, and engines. The test program has already logged more than 1,300 flights totaling over 3,700 flight hours, including specialized evaluations such as braking performance in wet and dry conditions, landings in heavy crosswinds, and takeoffs at various speeds. Stephanie Pope, President and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes, expressed pride in the 777X and Test & Evaluation teams’ accomplishments. She affirmed Boeing’s commitment to advancing the 777X program alongside other development initiatives, with plans to fulfill orders for more than 480 777X jets placed by airlines worldwide. Certification by Early 2026 Boeing aims to certify its largest aircraft, the 425-seat 777-9, by late 2025 or early 2026, enabling deliveries to begin after years of delays. The aircraft was originally scheduled for delivery in December 2019 or early 2020 but faced setbacks due to technical issues with GE Aerospace’s 115,000 lb thrust engines and fallout from the 737 MAX crisis. Kelly Ortberg, Boeing’s CEO, confirmed these certification and delivery targets during his first appearance at a Barclays Bank investor conference since assuming leadership last August. He emphasized the urgency of completing certification for customers waiting on deliveries, noting that Lufthansa’s CEO Carsten Spohr personally stressed how critical the aircraft is to the airline’s operating model.The program currently operates under a reach-forward loss, meaning any additional schedule delays would likely result in further financial losses, though Ortberg maintains the aircraft will be profitable over its program lifespan.The 777X joins Boeing’s 737-7 and 737-10 variants in facing prolonged certification delays following the 2018-2019 crashes of two 737-8 aircraft that killed 346 people. These tragedies revealed certification irregularities between Boeing and the Federal Aviation Administration, creating ongoing regulatory challenges. Ortberg has prioritized improving the certification process, actively engaging with the new Transportation Secretary and interim FAA administrator to prevent misalignments during leadership transitions. Both officials will visit Boeing’s Seattle facilities as part of this effort. Boeing’s 737 production remains capped at 38 aircraft per month by FAA mandate as the company addresses safety and quality control issues. Despite producing only in the high teens or low twenties monthly throughout 2023-2024 due to internal problems and supply chain issues with Spirit AeroSystems, Ortberg expressed confidence in reaching the capped rate later this year. The company utilized downtime during last fall’s 53-day International Association of Machinists strike to clean inventory and rebalance production systems. Boeing plans to complete its acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems’ Boeing-related work later in 2025. Mechanic’s error brings down just-purchased Piper By General Aviation News Staff March 28, 2025 According to the pilot, he purchased the Piper PA-28R-200 in April 2021, adding the airplane had not flown for 22 years. He hired a mechanic to complete an extensive annual inspection, and the mechanic endorsed the airplane’s logbooks on March 1, 2023. The pilot planned on flying the airplane back to San Diego, California. On the day of the accident, he flew from Bowman Field Airport (KLOU) in Louisville, Kentucky, to Madisonville Regional Airport (2I0) in Madisonville, Kentucky, which was about 97 nautical miles. He topped off the fuel tanks at 2I0 and visited a friend in town for a couple of hours before departing for Lebanon Springfield Airport-George Hoerter Field (6I2) in Springfield, Kentucky. About five minutes after he departed 2I0, at an altitude of 1,600 feet mean sea level, the engine started to “lose power and slow down.” He did not remember if the engine was sputtering, he just remembered the engine was losing power. He knew he could not make it back to the airport, so he set up for a forced landing to a field near Slaughters, Kentucky. The airplane landed hard, and all three landing gear separated from their mounts. The main landing gear were forced up through the wings, which substantially damaged the wing ribs and main spar. Examination of the engine revealed that, when electrical power was applied to the electric fuel pump, fuel leaked from the fuel strainer bowl. The thumb wheel, which secured the fuel strainer bowl to the firewall, was loose and not secured with safety wire, which allowed fuel to exit the fuel strainer bowl. The fuel strainer. Note there is no safety wire. (FAA Photo) The fuel system forward of the fuel strainer was examined and no fuel was noted up to the fuel nozzles. The fuel strainer bowl was secured by a mechanic and when the fuel pump was powered up fuel flowed from the strainer bowl, through the fuel lines, to the fuel nozzles. The fuel nozzles were examined, and the No. 3 nozzle had a small piece of unidentified material in it and the No. 4 nozzle was totally clogged. The Nos. 1 and 2 nozzles were found clear of debris. Probable Cause: Maintenance personnel’s failure to secure the fuel strainer bowl with safety wire, which resulted in the fuel strainer bowl leaking and starving the engine of fuel. Also causal was the obstruction of two fuel injector nozzles. NTSB Identification: 106850 To download the final report. Click here. This will trigger a PDF download to your device. This March 2023 accident report is provided by the National Transportation Safety Board. Published as an educational tool, it is intended to help pilots learn from the misfortunes of others. Jetson’s first production model flying car flies with stability, lands without issue The Jetson ONE can sustain continuous flight with the loss of one motor. Updated: Mar 26, 2025 05:47 PM EST Prabhat Ranjan Mishra Note: See the photos and video in the original article. The eVTOL offers a radar sensor-driven auto landing system and redundant battery propulsion system for convenient flight. YT/Jetson Jetson ONE’s first production model completed its maiden flight recently. Named SN1, the compact eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) is seen flying with stability and landing without any issues in a new video. The company claims that SN1 is proving itself to be a strong and solid kickoff to the first of many Jetson ONE units. “The excitement from our community has been incredible, and we’re back with even more from the field. Your enthusiasm fuels our drive as we move full speed ahead, as our serial production is starting,” said the company in a statement. The eVTOL offers a 20-minute flight on a single charge and supports pilots up to 210 pounds. Equipped with high-performance electric brushless motor Made of race car-inspired aluminum chassis, the flying car comes with a high-performance electric brushless motor and gives 63 mph top speed. The company claims that the Jetson is a Formula One racing car for the sky. “A beautiful and lightweight design in aluminum and carbon fiber, that is incredibly fun to fly,” said the company. It has eight powerful motors, driving an equal amount of propellers. The propulsion system reportedly has a massive power output, making flight effortless and fun. The company revealed that it all started in a small apartment in Poland where founder Tomasz Patan built the first prototype of Jetson. “This idea and vision of realizing everyone’s dream of flight attracted talents from all over the world who took on the challenge of redefining air mobility and creating something so exciting and revolutionary,” said the company. Radar sensor-driven auto landing system The eVTOL offers a radar sensor-driven auto landing system and redundant battery propulsion system for convenient flight. Its ballistic parachute with rapid deployment time enhances safety. “Today the incredible and lean Jetson Team is materializing the futuristic Personal Air Vehicle that is leaving the production line and already redefining the air mobility,” added the company. The Jetson ONE can sustain continuous flight with the loss of one motor, has an auto land function, and multiple safety features to protect the pilot in case of an emergency. The company claims that for Jetson ONE, no pilot’s license is required in the United States. While in October 2023, Jetson obtained a flight permit as the first eVTOL in the ultralight category in Italy, allowing pilots to fly the Jetson ONE in the country’s uncontrolled airspace. Australia wins MRO deals for P-8As, Tritons By APDR - 26/03/2025 Note: See photos in the original article. In a significant boost to Australia’s defence industry and sovereign capability, the United States Navy’s MQ-4C Triton aircraft fleet will undergo comprehensive maintenance, repair and overhaul at RAAF Base Edinburgh. The New Zealand Defence Force has also confirmed a similar intent for their fleet of P-8A Poseidon aircraft. These initiatives support the delivery of the priorities outlined in the Defence Industry Development Strategy, strengthening the Sovereign Defence Industry Priority Number 1 – Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul and Upgrade of Australian Defence Force and trusted partner aircraft in Australia. The project demonstrates Australia’s capacity to support complex aerospace sustainment operations and highlights the benefit of close cooperation between Australian defence industry, our international partners and South Australian Government. Significantly, the servicing will inject up to $160 million into the local economy; and create and sustain 80 highly skilled jobs across Adelaide, supporting local businesses and fostering innovation within the defence industry. In line with the Defence Industry Development Strategy, these initiatives also reinforce Australia’s position as a leader in Defence sustainment and strengthens our sovereign industrial capability. This support also highlights Australia’s increasing role as a trusted partner in the global defence landscape, enhancing interoperability with allied forces while bolstering our Defence Force capability to sustain and maintain critical assets across international borders; contributing to regional security and stability and delivering on the recommendations outlined in the National Defence Strategy. Naomi Smith, Director of Sustainment Operations for Boeing Defence Australia, said: “This agreement builds on our existing life-of-type partnership and six-year sustainment, engineering and supply support contract for the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) P-8A Poseidon fleet and will leverage the comprehensive P-8A capability we’ve developed with the RAAF over the past nine years. The RAAF’s investment in establishing a depot maintenance capability will support a combined 18-aircraft fleet that will deliver economies of scale to reduce operating and support costs, build Australia’s sovereign industrial capacity, and bolster our regional multi-mission maritime patrol aircraft capability.” FL Technics Approved for Base Maintenance of Embraer E170/E190 Models March 20, 2025 FL Technics provides heavy maintenance to Airbus and Boeing narrowbody fleet operators and anticipates growth for Embraer over the next decade. FL Technics has been granted EASA Part-145 approval for the heavy maintenance of Embraer 170/190 aircraft. FL Technics provides heavy maintenance to Airbus and Boeing narrowbody fleet operators and anticipates growth for Embraer over the next decade. This projection highlights the growing importance of smaller narrow-body aircraft in supporting short-haul routes across Europe. Zilvinas Lapinskas, CEO of FL Technics, said, “FL Technics invests in the future and continuity. As an MRO services leader, recognized as a top heavy maintenance provider for narrow-bodies, we are dedicated to transferring our extensive know-how to new capabilities and positioning ourselves to meet our clients' needs by servicing all types of aircraft. Our next step is to obtain approval for the maintenance of the E2 series of Embraer, a successor to the E170/E190 series.” Juozas Lapeika, deputy CEO for Base Maintenance at FL Technics, added, “FL Technics’s goal is to expand and strengthen its presence in the global MRO solutions map by fulfilling the needs of our clients. Embraer is perfectly suited for short hauls in the European region, which many European operators, such as TAP Air Portugal, LOT Polish Airlines, Finnair, Air Dolomiti, Helvetic, KLM, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, SAS Link, and others, focus on.” Airhub Aviation Strengthens Asset Management and MRO Services at SQQ, Lithuania March 20, 2025 The facility enhances Airhub Aviation’s ability to handle aircraft checks and (re)deliveries. In response to ongoing maintenance capacity shortages, Airhub Aviation has launched new MRO operations at Siauliai International Airport (SQQ), Lithuania. The global aircraft fleet is projected to grow by 28% over the next decade, while operators face maintenance slot shortages and supply chain constraints. To address this, Airhub Aviation is adding MRO capacity in Northern-Eastern Europe. “As the global fleet matures and stays in service longer, maintenance needs are evolving beyond scheduled checks. More lessors, asset owners and operators are turning to MRO facilities for bigger maintenance scopes, such as second 12-year checks. At Airhub Aviation, we see a growing demand for flexible MRO solutions that go beyond scheduled maintenance, and we are ready to meet that need. Therefore, we are adding MRO capacity in Lithuania," said Oleg Novak, CEO of Airhub Aviation. The facility enhances Airhub Aviation’s ability to handle aircraft checks and (re)deliveries. “With aircraft replacement cycles extending and mid-life aircraft in high demand, efficient transitions and technical support are more critical than ever. Our MRO facility allows us to better serve our clients by integrating maintenance into our broader asset management expertise,” Novak added. Airhub Aviation completed over 17 maintenance inductions in its first MRO season, including seven heavy checks on A320ceo aircraft. “With the global fleet aging and quick replacements not always possible, the demand for comprehensive maintenance services is rising. Our facility in Lithuania enables airlines and lessors to prepare aircraft for sale, lease, or their next mission with minimal downtime, offering EASA compliance modifications, LOPA retrofits, and engine swaps - all uner one roof,” Novak said. Siauliai International Airport features two 3.5 km-runways at and operates as a dual-use civilian and NATO military facility. “Our presence in Lithuania strengthens our ability to support fleet operators across Europe and beyond,” said Novak, “With well-developed transport links and proximity to major airline hubs, SQQ is an ideal location for aviation asset management and maintenance operations.” The Siauliai MRO facility, completed in 2023, has the capacity to accommodate five narrow-body aircraft simultaneously or two narrow-body aircraft and one wide-body aircraft, including models up to the size of a Boeing 747-8, Airbus A350-1000 or similar. This 183,000-square-foot facility also offers warehouses, workshops and office spaces to provide airlines and lessors with streamlined and efficient maintenance solutions. Porter Airlines Expands Aircraft Maintenance Operations with Halifax Hangar April 2, 2025 The facility will provide dedicated maintenance capacity for Porter’s Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 fleets. Porter Airlines is expanding its maintenance operations by leasing a 20,000 sq. ft. hangar at Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ). The facility will provide dedicated maintenance capacity for Porter’s Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 fleets. The new facility will create job opportunities for the local aviation community, including Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AMEs) and material handlers. “Porter is making strategic investments to support our continued growth and provide the best service to our customers,” said Kent Woodside, executive vice president and chief operating officer, Porter Airlines, “Halifax is an important part of our network, and this hangar provides a dedicated location to maintain our fleet, while creating rewarding careers within the community.” The Halifax facility will complement Porter’s existing maintenance operations, providing additional capacity across its network to support fleet expansion and service reliability. Aeromedic/AMETEK MRO Responds to New Requirements for Onboard Medical Equipment April 2, 2025 Resuscitation equipment, pediatric forms of medicine and the addition of pulse oximeters are a few examples of a broader spectrum of in-flight kit. According to Steve Rowley, engineering director at Aeromedic, changes to commercial air transport regulations globally have resulted in airlines needing to review and update their onboard medical provisions. Rowley says, “I believe that airlines will increasingly look towards adopting new technology, with real-time telemedicine capabilities that can connect passengers and crew with remote medical experts and diagnostic tools in case of an emergency, such as mobile ECGs. Critical conditions can be accurately identified, avoiding the need for emergency landings and the significant cost and passenger inconvenience that ensues.” In Europe, the CAA and EASA mandate that airlines must have kits on board every aircraft, and the number of kits required depends on the size of the aircraft. “Airline cabin crews receive enhanced first aid training and will be fully aware of the kit contents and provisions available onboard their airline’s fleet,” says Rowley. Rowley adds, “However, in addition to first aid kits (FAKs) and emergency medical kits (EMKs), Aeromedic manufactures a range of niche, specialist on board medical kits including universal precaution kits (UPKs) which are used in response to infectious disease on board, and emergency resuscitation kits (ERKs) make up further regulatory conformance. The scope is broad – from plasters and Calpol to ampoule trays and other medical devices – there are dozens of kit variants, and we use our expertise to help airlines and operators of all sizes navigate their way through this vital, but difficult, area. Aligning equipment capabilities to crew training and telemedic guidance opens a new area of onboard specification complexity.” The changes, spearheaded by EASA, have been adopted worldwide and include an increase in the minimum mandatory medicine and medical equipment provisions airlines must carry onboard. Resuscitation equipment, pediatric forms of medicine and the addition of pulse oximeters are a few examples of a broader spectrum of in-flight kit. Aeromedic has a specialist combination of pharmaceutical/medical and aviation accreditations and can manage the design, sourcing, manufacture and supply of first aid and medical kits on a large scale. “In the commercial airline sector, our customers include leading European national carriers and low cost airlines,” says Rowley, “Each of these has bespoke kit contents that are defined by regulations, medical training protocols, base-station supply practices and much more.” Many airlines need assistance undertaking this requirement due to global compliance monitoring. Airlines that operate worldwide need to be reassured they are compliant everywhere. Aeromedic can provide airlines with kits containing all the mandatory requirements, while being lightweight, accessible and easy to use in an emergency. The team is experienced in the control and logistics of kits, especially those subject to the import and export of controlled drugs across global jurisdictions. Aeromedic is authorized by the home office for the possession and supply of controlled drugs. It sources these drugs in bulk and repackages in small quantities for the kits. This work is supervised and approved by a qualified medical professional. “Aeromedic’s bespoke kit processing software tracks the expiry date and batch number of hundreds of thousands of components every month,” explains Rowley. Rowley adds, “Strict recycling protocols are followed during kit refurbishment processes, meaning that all unused items with sufficient shelf life remain in the kits. Some airlines refurbish immediately a kit is opened; others have tamper-evident seals installed to keep the contents safe for multiple flights. Yet more have minimum equipment lists that need to be maintained." "Every customer is different, however with increasing regulation and mandatory requirements, telemedicine technologies will be a game-changer in such a complex global environment. If airlines can harness technology, supported by crew training and carefully curated onboard medical kits and equipment, unnecessary and expensive diversions can be avoided, and the safety, well-being, and peace of mind of every passenger will be improved,” says Rowley. [Latest] North America Aircraft Engine Mro Market: Understanding the Shift to Online Shopping 03-25-2025 09:08 AM CET | Aerospace & Defense Press release from: Verified Market Research North America Aircraft Engine MRO Market New Jersey, United States,- North America Aircraft Engine Mro Market The North America Aircraft Engine MRO Market has demonstrated significant growth, with its size valued at approximately USD 5.80 billion in 2022. 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