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- Next generation Cirrus models are unveiled
Cirrus Aircraft unveiled the Generation 5 SR22 and SR22T on Thursday. The company only gives the term "new generation" to an aircraft when it makes major changes to the airframe; the new 22s have added layers of the one-piece carbon fiber spar increasing its strength, and feature a 200-pound increase in their maximum takeoff weight. Flying online
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- Embraer's 2012 deliveries match year before
Embraer reported 99 business jet deliveries in 2012, matching its deliveries the year before. Aerospace analysts at JP Morgan said they "expect little change to management's cautious [executive jet] demand outlook, with the caveat that entry into service of the Legacy 500/450 will drive growth starting in 2014." The Brazilian company plans to release its 2013 guidance on Feb. 5. AIN Online
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- Sport aircraft maker is relocating to Fla. airport
Light Sport America has purchased the assets of Italy's ATR StormAircraft and will relocate the factory to Bartow Municipal Airport in Florida. "The acquisition of StormAircraft will enable LSA to offer America's only full line of U.S. built sport aircraft," said LSA President and CEO Phil McCoy in a release. LSA hopes to hire 125 employees for the Bartow factory by 2016. News Chief (Winter Haven, Fla.)
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- Colo. airport puts snow to good use
Crews at Steamboat Springs Airport in Colorado have been compacting excess snow and using it as part of an arresting system to slow airplanes that overshoot the landing strip. Airport manager Mel Baker said that it's "pretty common" for aircraft to overshoot the runway in Steamboat because of weather and other challenges of high-altitude flight. AVweb
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- Helicopter couple expands to Texas airport
Jerry Trimble and his wife Allison Row have recently expanded their helicopter business to Smithville Crawford Municipal Airport in Texas. The couple started their first business in Oregon before expanding to California, and now Texas. They offer flight training and scenic rides. The Bastrop Advertiser (Texas)
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- Aviation Day is declared by Ariz. governor
In an effort to highlight the vital role of aviation in Arizona, Gov. Jan Brewer declared Jan. 15 to be Aviation Day. The move received a positive reaction from the aviation industry. "We thank Governor Brewer for her recognition of the value of general aviation and hope this proclamation will raise awareness about the critical importance of general aviation and local airports to the local and national economy," said AOPA President and CEO Craig Fuller. General Aviation News
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- New chairman is appointed to U.S. House Aviation Subcommittee
Rep. Frank LoBiondo, R-N.J., has been appointed to serve as the new chairman of the U.S. House of Representative's Aviation Subcommittee. The appointment has received praise from aviation groups. "LoBiondo is an outstanding choice for chairman ... as he has a solid understanding of the industry, in part because his congressional district is home to several significant aviation facilities, including the FAA's Tech Center, the TSA's Security Lab, the Federal Air Marshal training facility and Atlantic City International Airport," said NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen. AIN Online
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