Content Archive: September 2026

Maintenance and Modifications

Applying AI to Drill Into MROs’ Supply Chain Bottlenecks

Company says maintenance providers need a way to count the real cost of delivery delays
Centrum AI
Training and Workforce

CrewBlast Co-Pilot AI Tool Analyzes Candidate Feedback

Reports flag pay, schedule, relocation friction points
a computer screen showing CrewBlast
Training and Workforce

Farnborough Airport Recruits More Operations Trainees

London-area airport is starting its third training program
Farnborough Airport
FBOs

Universal Aviation Now Offers Hangar Space in Costa Rica

Company operates the GAT at Juan Santamaría International Airport
aircraft hangar
Safety

Onboard Battery Events Jump 15% as Power Bank Use Grows

Expert advises on dangers, preparation for lithium battery incidents
David Wroth, v-p of standards, technology, and operations for the nonprofit safety organization UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE).
Airports

Autonomous Tech Used in Puerto Rico Runway Project

The Aguadilla development includes a 10,800-foot runway
Compaction rollers on runway bed at Aguadilla
Charter & Fractional

NW Missouri Aero Group Acquires ATD Flight Systems

Founder’s daughter remains part of ownership group
In-house maintenance and detailing crew prepare two of the aircraft for a late-night departure.
Aircraft

Britten-Norman Targets Eight New-build Islanders Annually

UK production expansion follows inaugural flight of latest Bembridge-built unit
Britten-Norman Islander
Charter & Fractional

Court Denies Review Petition for Nicholas Air Pilot Case

Complaint centered on raising issues in briefs to preserve them
Aircraft

Bizjet Market Value To Reach $60B per Year in Next Decade

Market estimated to grow from $27 billion in 2025 to more than $60.5 billion
Phenom 100