Business Aviation
News and issues relating to business, corporate and private aviation, primarily regarding turbine-engine-powered airplanes and helicopters. Subjects include aircraft, engines, maintenance, operations, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security, and training.
Safety
FAA Adopts AD on Tamarack Winglet Components
Directive mandates compliance with an April 2023 service bulletin
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Texas Aerospace Earns STC for Citation Battery Backup
The unit is a direct replacement for the Radiant CBS28-1
Training and Workforce
NBAA Rolling Out Customer Service Certificate Program
Program entails eight self-paced, on-demand learning modules
FBOs
ExecuJet Adds Maltese FBO to European Network
The addition comes via an agreement with Executive Aviation Malta
Rotorcraft
EASA Rule Change Removes Full-flight Sim Mandate
Loft Dynamics VR flight simulation training devices can fill the full-flight simulator role
Aircraft
AINsight: Unifying Business Travel Management
Expanding the role of the corporate flight department can help secure its future
Regulations and Government
FAA Nearing Release of Powered-lift SFAR
DOT senior official said SFAR is responsive to concerns
Maintenance and Modifications
Yingling Aviation Expands Through Purchase of Rival
The move consolidates Yingling's position in Wichita
Airports
Cleveland Releases Burke Airport Closure Studies
The studies show declining traffic and other uses for the Lake Erie property
FBOs
Fort Lauderdale FBO Debuts New Terminal
The modern facility represents a multi-million-dollar upgrade
Rotorcraft
Sikorsky Certifies S-92 Main Gearbox Life Extension
LifePlus methodology enables extended life for certain components
Environment
Climate Action Group Calls for Taxes on Private Jets
Demands come as new UK government prepares to announce budget in October
Maintenance and Modifications
ExecuJet Middle East Adds Embraer Legacy Mx Approval
Provider's list of civil aviation MRO approvals has reached 18
FBOs
Signature Aviation Honored by EPA for Sustainability
The company was a recipient of a 2024 Green Power Leadership Award
Regulations and Government
New House Safety Caucus Props Up Part 380 Security Bill
Bill would bring Part 380 operations in line with Part 121 security requirements
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
GJC Raises Another $617M through Securitization
Business aviation financier has closed on eight asset-back securities
Regulations and Government
Gulfstream’s G700 Earns Another Certification
The latest authorization brings the new jet's tally to more than 12
Avionics
Garmin G5000 Certified in Citation XLS+/XLS Gen2
Eligible fleet for this upgrade now exceeds 1,000 jets
Training and Workforce
NBAA Explores Impact of Workforce Shortage on Safety
Association will present preliminary findings from focus groups at BACE
Charter & Fractional
Volato Facing Class-action WARN Act Lawsuit
Move follows reported layoffs of 233 employees in late August
Maintenance and Modifications
Colorado MRO Moves to Seven-day Workweek
The company acquired its Centennial Airport facility in March
Charter & Fractional
VOO Makes Empty Legs Visible in Charter Booking Platform
Operators can offer brokers prices to book aircraft set to fly empty
Avionics
ForeFlight Releases Flight Planning Improvements
Enhanced flight drawer and graphical weight and balance cabin layout are among the changes
Aircraft
Textron Aviation Gets FAA Nod for Manufacturing SMS Plan
Company has a voluntary reporting program for employees, suppliers, and customers
Maintenance and Modifications
FBI Seeks Bids for Aircraft Mx Support Contract
Contract has potential value of up to $100 million
FBOs
Campaign Aims To Raise $1 Million for St. Jude
Visitors to Atlantic Aviation FBOs and FlightAware website are invited to participate
Avionics
Thomas Global STCs Replacement for Pro Line 4 CRTs
Upgrade covers Challenger 604, G100/G200, Falcon 2000/2000EX/50EX, Saab 2000, and CRJs
Environment
Stack Aero Integrates Azzera Sustainability Options
New functionality adds carbon management tools to the booking process
Aircraft
AINsight: How To Buy a Bizjet at a Fast Pace
It takes a village to keep a business aircraft transaction on track
