Prospects appear bright for the long-awaited and now type-certified super-midsize Citation Longitude as it enters a crowded market niche.
Understanding The Angle-Of-Attack Indicator
Best primary performance indicator for all phases of flight?
It’s reasonable to ask why the aviation industry hasn’t made the transition from indicated air speed to Angle of Attack as the primary performance indicator for target V speeds.
U.S., Russian, Arab Crew Launches To Space Station
Russia’s Soyuz MS-15, whose three-person crew includes the first Emeriti to fly in space, launched to and docked with the International Space Station on Sept. 25.
Spacewalkers Equip ISS With Second Commercial Docking Port
NASA astronauts have equipped the International Space Station with a second set of hardware to accommodate two simultaneous U.S. segment dockings.
All About Jet Blast: A Potential Hazard On Ramps, Taxiways And Runways
Jet blast is created by turbine aircraft engines and can be powerful enough to cause large upsets to aircraft on the ground or close to the ground.
Maintenance Run-Up Hazard From High Engine Thrust
High engine thrust during maintenance activity can cause considerable damage to airplanes and other elements on an airport.
Le Bourget’s Driven Denizen
Alexandre Couvelaire is inextricably connected with the elevation of Le Bourget into Europe’s premier business aviation airport.
Storied Le Bourget Is Europe’s Premier Business Aviation Facility
Think of Paris landmarks that have become iconic to the City of Lights. The Eiffel Tower. Notre Dame Cathedral. The Louvre. Sacre-Coeur Basilica. The Arc de Triomphe. And, Le Bourget Airport.
High-Altitude Haute Cuisine: Providing It Isn’t Trivial Or Inexpensive
High-ticket catering doesn’t fit every business aircraft operator’s budget. If fine cuisine is expected, expect that to be reflected in the final tab.
Jet Blast Damage: Need A Tow?
The following is an excerpt from a certified transcript of the ground communications during the jet-blast event.