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
Bizjet Builders Unveil Latest Models at 2016 NBAA Show
Bizjet Builders Unveil Latest Models at 2016 NBAA Show
FDManager Automates Flight Records Process
The software can pay for itself by eliminating mistakes in tallying flight times.
Safety
Universal App now Features SMS Support
The global trip support provider has partnered with AviationManuals for a seamless addition to its uvGO application
FBOs
Air Service Hawaii Adds Honolulu Hangar
The Hawaii-based FBO chain also expanded its service at Lanai Airport.
Safety
Dynamic Curtailment Added to APG iPreFlight App
The new feature enables operators to account for changes in center of gravity during flight.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
GoDirect Puts Operators In Control of Connectivity Costs
Through its GoDirect services platform Honeywell is responding to customer demand for great simplicity, transparency and control over the services they rec
Safety
Baldwin Aviation Rolls Out Automated Safety Risk Profile
QuickRisk Safety Profile is among a number of initiatives underway as Baldwin expands safety-information sharing efforts.
Avionics
EASA Proposal Seeks EFB “Level Playing Field”
Europe’s regulator is developing new rules for electronic flight bag usage.
Charter & Fractional
Audit Protocol Software Adds EASA Regulations
The iIS-BAO software by Fountain and Associates makes complying with audit requirements much simpler.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
New Aircraft Lighting LEDs Replace Fluorescents
Replacements save weight, maintenance costs and provide better illumination–inside the cabin and out
Maintenance and Modifications
Western Jet Preps for Influx of Mx, Avionics Work
The Van Nuys Gulfstream maintenance specialist is expecting an influx of customer airplanes for NextGen upgrades.
Accidents
FSF Highlights Need for Safety Data Sharing in Bizav
FSF’s GSIP crosses both air transport and bizav because they share many of the same challenges.
Maintenance and Modifications
Honeywell Flight Deck Upgrades Lengthen Bizjet Lifetimes
The avionics upgrades available for aircraft with Honeywell flight decks also helps preserve the value of older jets.
Regulations and Government
Cayman Islands Registry Offers Soft Landing For Bizjets
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands promises convenience, privacy and tax advantages.
Aircraft
Honeywell Downsizes Annual Bizjet Delivery Forecast
In its 25th anniversary prediction, the company sees more darkness before the dawn.
FBOs
Avfuel Ups its Network Resources
### Improvements include in-network referrals, training program additions and changes to its Avtrip rewards program.
Training and Workforce
TRU Expanding Florida ProFlight Facility
TRU Expanding Florida ProFlight Facility
FBOs
Rising Traffic Drives Americas Expansion For Trip Supporter Jetex
Jetex is preparing to acquire another FBO in South America
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Corporate Aviation Ponders the Drone Tidal Wave
Flight departments are sources of expertise that will be needed to help companies launch drone operations.
FBOs
New Ross Aviation Nets Top FBO
Formed earlier this year from the remnants of the Signature Flight Support/Landmark Aviation consolidation, the new chain makes a big splash.
Universal, FAM Give Customers a Ride
The two companies have launched a joint venture ground transport company, offering consistent, secure global capability.
Aircraft
Middle East Still An Oasis For Bizav Growth, Says MEBAA
### The Middle East and North Africa Business Aviation Show will be held in Dubai from December 6-8.
Maintenance and Modifications
GlobalParts.aero Eyes Growth with Learjet Business
The company has shipped 25,000 Learjet-specific parts in the first year alone.
Maintenance and Modifications
Stevens Expands Gulfstream Support
The MRO provider has added two Gulfstream models to its list of capabiliites.
Training and Workforce
FlyRight Donating a King Air 350 Type Rating Course to Able Flight
FlyRight donating a King Air 350 type rating course to Able Flight
Engines
GE Honda Aero Engines Poised to Add to Turbofan Family
The HF120’s key attributes are factors that will carry through to larger engines in the GE Honda Aero family.
Maintenance and Modifications
Customer Support Is Personal for Embraer CEO
The Brazilian airframer’s leadership has made a concerted effort to handle customer problems.
ATC
The Weather Company Draws From a Richer Set of Forecasting Information
IBM’s new unit, The Weather Company, is leveraging the Internet of Things to improve weather forecasting.
Airports
London City Jet Centre Receives IS-BAH Following Expansion Approval
London City Jet Centre Receives IS-BAH Following Expansion Approval
Training and Workforce
Flight Research Introes High-Mach Upset Training
The Mojave, Calif., company has added upset recognition and recovery training in a Northtop F-5 fighter jet.
