Jan 17, 2014 | Articles
Automation in Aircraft Design Along with CATIA, PLM—Product Lifecycle Management—worked well on Dassault’s 7X and now the new Falcon 5X has also been designed with this state-of-the-art computer tool. Published in Professional Pilot Magazine, January...
Oct 18, 2013 | Articles
Advancements in Simulator Technology Execs at SimCom, FSI and CAE tell how sims have grown in realism and ability to aid pilot training. Published in Professional Pilot Magazine, October 2013.
Jun 3, 2013 | Articles
50 years of success for P&WC’s PT6 plus a peek into the future An overwhelming number of turboprop and helicopter OEMs have built winning aircraft using this outstanding powerplant design. Published in Professional Pilot Magazine, June...
Feb 20, 2013 | Articles
A PT6 overhaul seen from the engine’s perspective Turbine service events should be planned in advance. Knowledge of the details can go a long way toward eliminating the uncertainties. Published in Professional Pilot Magazine, February, 2013
Feb 20, 2012 | Articles
TurboProps versus Light Jets—choice comes down to travel legs and airport use New turboprops have high performance. But there’s a magic factor with a jet that claims the future and charms the buyer. Published in Professional Pilot Magazine, February,...
Oct 10, 2011 | Articles
Composite Aircraft Evolution After several false starts, fully composite airframes are finally acceptable for mainstream aircraft. Published in Professional Pilot Magazine, October 2011.