Gulfstream Airline Fined USD$1.3 Mln - FAA

Gulfstream International Airlines may face a USD$1.3 million civil penalty for having crews work too many hours and improperly installing some equipment, the US Federal Aviation Administration said Thursday.

The FAA said in a statement that violations include failing to keep accurate electronic records of its flight crew's schedules.

"Discrepancies resulted in scheduling crew members in excess of daily and weekly flight time limitations," the FAA said.

The FAA also said it found unapproved air conditioner compressors installed in the airline's aircraft, and improperly maintained vent blowers.

"Gulfstream International Airlines has 30 days from the receipt of the civil penalty letter to respond to the FAA," the statement said.

Gulfstream's aircraft fly primarily between Ohio, Florida and the Bahamas. It has alliances with Continental Airlines and United Airlines.