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Optimism Follows Bumper Year for Preowned Bizjets

CJI event reflects very strong 2018 in pre-owned sales, with 2019 likely to continue the trend.
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Fuel

Swiss Online Fueling Service Expands to North America

Valcora, which launched in 2017 has seen strong global sales growth driven by the ease of its online platform, its VAT expertise and transparent pricing.
FBOs

FBO Fuel Survey Notes Positive Sales in 2018

The annual forecast by FBO industry consultancy Aviation Business Strategies Group, saw only 25 percent of those surveyed selling less fuel in 2018
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NBAA's 30th Anniversary SDC Opens Tonight

The milestone show which takes place in San Antonio, coiuld be a record setter.
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Fuel

Garmin Adds More Functionality to FltLogic Service

Additional FltLogic features include an FBO fuel-price comparison tool, filters to generate different flight department reports.
Training and Workforce

Learning To Fly on Simulated Wings

Bill Forelli may have figured out how to accelerate the learn-to-fly process using personal computer-based simulators.
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Rotorcraft

Erickson Aircrane Lost in Australia, Crew Safe

An Erickson Aircrane crashed near a dam while firefighting in Victoria.
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Aircraft

Mitsubishi Countersues Bombardier in Trade Secrets Spat

U.S. subsidiary Mitsubishi Aircraft America claims Bombardier engaged in “anticompetitive behavior.”
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FBOs

World Fuel Revamps FlyBuys Loyalty Program

To be rolled out in April, the enhanced custormer loyalty package will include more opportunities to earn points.
FBOs

New Avflight FBO Opens in Milwaukee

The Avfuel-branded facility at General Mitchell International Airport, offers a full slate of amenities.
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Sustainability and Environment

Avfuel Promotes Sustainable Alternative Jet Fuel

Having just participated in the flying green event at California's Van Nuys Airport, the fuel distributor is looking to keep the SAJF conversation going.
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FBOs

FBO Profile: Beach Aviation Services

South Carolina's Horry County operates three FBOs in the heart of the state's golf and beach region
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Maintenance and Modifications

Former CRS Jet Spares Exec Launches New Company

North Carolina-based AOne Parts & Logistics will deal with both new and used aircraft parts.
Aircraft

Qatar Executive Presses G500s into Charter Service

Qatar Executive has become the world’s first commercial service operator of the recently certified Gulfstream G500.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Daher Opens Base To Bolster TBM Support in Paris

The facility has U.S. FAA and EASA Part 145 approval.
FBOs

Signature’s TechnicAir Adds Mobile Service in Midwest

Signature TechnicAir has stationed new mobile service units at Chicago Midway International (MDW) and Minnesota’s Saint Paul Downto
Maintenance and Modifications

Private Equity Firm Levine Leichtman Buys AeroSafety

Levine Leichtman Capital has acquired AeroSafety, which services aircraft life vests, fire extinguishers, oxygen masks and cylinders, and life rafts.
Rotorcraft

ASG Sees Mixed Global Helo Market, Lights on Upswing

In the pre-owned market in Asia, prices have held steady but inventory has increased.
Aircraft

Global 7500 To Make Touchdown at PDK for Super Bowl

Bombardier Business Aircraft is using the Super Bowl in Atlanta to kick off a world tour of its flagship Global 7500.
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Aircraft

Aviaa Expands European Footprint with Convolus Merger

The combination gives Aviaa access to a European FBO network comprising Dassault Falcon Service, ExecuJet and Jet Aviation.
Regulations and Government

In Shutdown Wake, NATCA Remains Wary of Future Funding

NATCA, A4A, and TTD also urged leaders to avert another shutdown in mid-February.
Aircraft

A330-900 Certified for ‘Beyond 180-minutes’ ETOPS

The first of two A330neo models can fly routes with a diversion distance of some 2,000 nm.
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FBOs

FlightAware Adds Signature Flight to FBO Toolbox

Signature’s FBOs also will host FlightAware’s proprietary ADS-B ground stations called FlightFeeders.
FBOs

SEA Prime Touts New Milan FBO at S&D

Taking cues from its stylish older sibling at Milan's Linate Airport, the Italian FBO operator will soon debut its new facility at Milan Malpensa.
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Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

GA-ASI Contracts British Industry for RAF Protector Program

General Atomics has awarded weaponization contracts to MBDA and Raytheon for the RAF's Protector, as well as engaging other UK industry players.
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FBOs

Carlsbad Jet Center Takes Over Magellan FBO at CRQ

The independent FBO will be managed by FBO veterans Josh and Julia Hochberg of Sonoma Jet Center fame.
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FBOs

Sheltair Makes Colorado Debut

The Florida-based aviation service provider has opened a temporary FBO at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport, ahead of a multmillion dollar permanent home
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FBOs

Florida FBO Breaks Ground on New Base

Jetscape Services, one of four FBOs at Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport, expects to debut the new $20 million-plus facility in summer 2020.
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Regulations and Government

NBAA S&D To Delve into New Charter Broker Rule

Set to take effect February 14, the new rule is raising questions among schedulers and dispatchers surrounding disclosure requirements.
FBOs

FBO Profile: Sacramento Mather Jet Center

As the sole FBO operator at three of the California capital's four airports, if you've flown privately to Sacramento, you know them.
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