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The fastest business jet in the world makes public debut
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Why did Nakatomi Corporation decide to get into the airplane manufacturing business?
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Business Aviation
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Aircraft
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United Airlines has initiated a major reboot of both its widebody and narrowbody fleets, placing orders on Tuesday for up to 300 new Boeing aircraft. The carrier placed firm orders for 100 of the 787 Dreamliner, with options for 100 more, and also announced the purchase of 100 737 Max aircraft (including 56 new orders and confirmation of 44 options).
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  • Pilots are not flying for proficiency because it is not in the budget. This has long-term consequences from not being as skilled for crosswinds or cross-country flight planning. Insurance companies like to have proficient pilots who fly regularly when considering their premiums for the next year.
  • Pilots not refueling at the end of a flight due to higher cost. This procedure will make the aircraft susceptible to moisture in the fuel and hardening of rubber fuel cells (causing leakage), especially in the fall and winter.
  • Running out of fuel becomes a possibility with a pilot’s lack of proficient planning or trying to make that airport after stronger than normal winds. Be conservative on fueling because it is not worth an accident.
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Get a desktop simulator program to help stay proficient. They are less than $200 and they will help you visualize what you normally see in flight. Yes, the inexpensive ones are not FAA-approved, but the visualization keeps you skilled.

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Karen Pilot

United Airlines has initiated a major reboot of both its widebody and narrowbody fleets, placing orders on Tuesday for up to 300 new Boeing aircraft. The carrier placed firm orders for 100 of the 787 Dreamliner, with options for 100 more, and also announced the purchase of 100 737 Max aircraft (including 56 new orders and confirmation of 44 options).

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Boeing Sells Beaucoup Airplanes to United Airlines
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Matt Thurber
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