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UK airports set for a passenger duty showdown
Matt Falcus Transportation Technology & AutomotiveThe United Kingdom government is slowly relinquishing its hugely unpopular Air Passenger Duty (APD) and looks set for a showdown as airports in Scotland could be relieved of the tax.
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Porsche 911 Targa 4 GTS makes its world debut in Detroit
David Hurth Transportation Technology & AutomotiveAt the recent North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Porsche unveiled the new Porsche 911 Targa 4 GTS. The car retains the classic styling that reminds one of the early 911 Targas, but with all the upgrades that you get in a GTS. This makes for a fun and modern driving machine.
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How a British HEMS company survives as a nonprofit
Mark Huber Transportation Technology & AutomotiveWell, it looks like Britain's Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, will start flying helicopter EMS missions for the East Anglian Air Ambulance service in a few months, my previous advice as to the wisdom of this career move notwithstanding. For the sake of the prince and his growing family, I hope all goes well.
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A race worth watching: GB Autosport ready for Rolex 24 at Daytona
Sydney Scrogham Transportation Technology & AutomotiveWhen most people think of the annual 24-hour race at Daytona International Speedway, the image to the right is probably not the picture they imagine. But when I think of the Rolex 24, that's what I see — my memories as a young kid trying to sleep in the middle of the night in a strange RV inside a track that's louder and brighter than day.
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Local Motors to produce 1st 3-D-printed automobile fleet
Ryan Clark Transportation Technology & AutomotiveThe auto industry is set to experience another ripple of change as tech company Local Motors recently announced its plans to open a microfactory in the Washington, D.C., area to design, produce and sell the world's first 3-D-printed automobile fleet. In an industry just learning to accommodate Tesla, Local Motors seems ready and willing to push even more buttons.
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Delta remains at Dallas Love Field — for now
Matt Falcus Transportation Technology & AutomotiveDelta Air Lines has been granted an 11th-hour reprieve to continue flights from Dallas Love Field. After its original deadline to halt flying approached, an unlikely savior has facilitated the stay.
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Let’s call ‘lasing’ helicopters what it really is: Attempted…
Mark Huber Transportation Technology & AutomotiveThe National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund published its annual compilation of officers killed in action during 2014. The killings of law enforcement officers rose again this past year; increasing from 102 in 2013 to 126 in 2014. These heinous crimes are part of a growing overall trend of the criminal element taking blindside pot shots of police, firefighters and EMS professionals — on the ground and in the air.
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Pulling the plug: Did I do the right thing?
Roger Kraemer Transportation Technology & AutomotiveI've always thought that the Porsche 928 was one of the most beautiful cars ever created — while also being fast, comfortable and a great handler. After years of periodically checking eBay for just the right shark, an opportunity arose that I couldn't pass up: a free 928!
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Helping Chinese companies increase service standards
Linchi Kwok Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementIt has been almost 40 years since Mainland China open its doors to the world. Everyone is impressed with the huge achievements this country has made. The success of many megaevents — including the Beijing Olympics and Shanghai Expo — suggests how China is playing an important role in the global economy.
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What does future hold for Toulouse Airport under new management?
Matt Falcus Transportation Technology & AutomotiveThe French government has sold a 49.99 percent share in state-owned Toulouse Blagnac Airport in a controversial bid to reduce the country's national debt. The sale of the airport, which is situated in southwest France and home to one of the principal Airbus assembly plants, came in at a reported 308 million euro.
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