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.
Aircraft
Daher Ramping Up TBM, Kodiak Production
Company plans to deliver 60 TBMs and 25 Kodiaks this year
Security
Caution Advised as Middle East Airspace Reopens
EASA is remianing in touch with operators about Middle East security concerns
Aircraft
Argus: Business Aircraft Ops Continue Slide in March but April Improving
Globally, worldwide business aircraft operations were off YOY by 3.7 percent in March
Maintenance and Modifications
WingWork Jumps into Bizav Maintenance Software Market
The software platform offers maintenance tracking and other management features
Avionics
Universal Weather Updates the Worldwide ADS-B Landscape
Better equipped and better served is still the case in many countries
Regulations and Government
AINsight: Medical Standards and FAR 61.53 Part 2
Disqualifying medical conditions for pilots aren't equal—the devil is in the details
Aircraft
Growing Demand in Central Europe Draws Gulfstream to Aero Friedrichshafen
Gulfstream made its first appearance at the German general aviation show last year
Training and Workforce
NBAA Management Guide Updates on Best Practices
The membership resource is now only available online
Airports
KBED Hangar Developers Submit Draft Environmental Report
Project would add 17 hangars and revamp another 18
FBOs
ExecuJet Renovates Sydney FBO
Upgrades to the passenger lounge and reception areas signal the end of phase one of the project
Cabin Interior and Electronics
CAT’s Falcon 6X Connects with Satcom Direct
Satcom systems were installed during the 6X's completion
Training and Workforce
Bizav Welcomes Mental Health ARC Recommendations as Key Move Forward
The collaborative process brought a deep understanding to the problems, NBAA's Larsen said
Maintenance and Modifications
Metrojet Establishes Manila AOG Support Center
The office is a satellite operation from the company's main MRO center at Clark International Airport
Regulations and Government
Comment Period Extended on FAA Mx Options Proposal
Agency gives an additional month for comments due to omissions and errors in the NPRM
Regulations and Government
Brown, Inman Round Out Safety Board Slate
Brown will fill a board seat through 2026 and Inman through 2027
Aircraft
Daher Adds More Pilot-assist Features to TBM 960
Additions include a pilot inactivity monitoring system, 3D SafeTaxi, and graphical weight and balance
Cabin Interior and Electronics
FCC Approves Gogo Galileo Antenna Terminals
The approval marks another step toward service launch later this year
Aircraft
Daher On Track for Hybrid-electric Airplane in 2027
EcoPulse demonstration flights helping to guide new aircraft program
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Aircraft May Be Exempted from Canada Luxury Tax
Finance committee says aircraft should not be included in luxury tax
Avionics
Textron Aviation To Offer CJ2 Garmin Avionics Upgrade
The Garmin suite replaces the CJ2's original Collins Pro Line 21 avionics
FBOs
Megacorp Expands and Modernizes Isle of Man FBO
Hangar space will double at Ronaldsway Airport's Private Jet Center
Rotorcraft
Robinson Instructors Can Add Skills in Factory Class
The week-long course covers important safety topics
Training and Workforce
New AI Search Tool Scans Flight Manuals for Pilots
Amelia AI is the first in a planned series of artificial intelligence features
Charter & Fractional
Partners in Aviation Launches Elite Program
New offering adds air charter income potential to help offset co-owners' costs
Aircraft
FAA Grants Production Certification for Gulfstream G700
FAA approval acknowledges the manufacturer's quality and production processes
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Davinci Jets Installs SmartSky ATG in CJ4
Thousands of aircraft are candidates for installation, with many more to come
Maintenance and Modifications
StandardAero’s Tennessee Facility Repairs its 12,000th APU
Maryville has hosted APU services for business jet and commercial airlines since 1997
