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
NTSB Urges Twin-piston Pilots To Prep for Engine Loss
NTSB said pilots must feather props in partial engine loss before the spinner slows too much
Charter & Fractional
Desert Jet Sells Aircraft Charter Management Division
The company leaves its roots as an aircraft operator
Aircraft
Business Aviation Flying Sees Gain in August
More declines expected in North America and Europe in September 2024
Environment
Business Aviation Groups Seek European Leaders' Support
EBAA and GAMA publish joint manifesto on European business aviation policy
Rotorcraft
Petroleum Air Expands Leonardo Helo Mx Capabilities
Egypt-based company is expanding in the Red Sea and Mediterranean
Accidents
No Solid Clues Why Citation Didn’t Climb before Crash
Witness said the engines didn't sound normal on takeoff
Rotorcraft
Robinson Doubles Service Life on a Dozen R66 Helo Parts
Life extension will lower R66 helicopter operating costs by 6%
ATC
FCG OPS Adds Real-time Monitoring to Flight Services
Upgrades will be rolled out through the company's trip-support network
Rotorcraft
Bell Delivers Custom 505 to Brazil Auto Dealer
Helicopter's paint scheme matches that of the owner's Lamborghini Aventador
Training and Workforce
Wilson Leach Among Slate of Honorees at NAA Fall Awards
NAA is bringing back its Fall Awards event
Charter & Fractional
Proposed Part 380 Changes Continues To Divide Industry
Stratos Jet chief calls for increased security regs
Maintenance and Modifications
New Ontic Investors Added, CVC Renews Investment
Plans call for continued growth to support OEMs' non-core aircraft
ATC
AOPA Objects to Possible Florida Airport Landing Fees
The automated fees could start appearing next month
Aircraft
Bombardier Prepared for Stable Deliveries of 150+ Jets Per Year
Company says pricing remains strong and delivery mix will be balanced
Environment
Avflight To Offer SAF at Arizona FBO
It is the chain's first location to carry continuous supplies of SAF
FBOs
Sweet Aviation Acquires FBO at Indiana's Goshen Airport
Move gives the company two FBOs and expands its presence at KGSH
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Light Airplane Flyers Report Cheaper Starlink Success
Even a light jet owner claims to be running the low-cost version of the SpaceX satcom
Charter & Fractional
Wheels Up Boosts Benefits for Members in U.S. and Europe
Improved terms apply for members committing to at least $500,000 in pre-funded flights
Accidents
Flap Setting May Have Been Missed in Runway Excursion
Aircraft sustained damage but the two pilots onboard were not injured in mishap at Colorado airport
Fuel
One in Five Victor Charter Flight Clients Buy SAF
Direct-to-consumer option is offered in partnership with SAF manufacturer Neste
Charter & Fractional
FlyExclusive To Take Over Volato Management Services
Under agreement, FlyExclusive will add Volato aircraft to its certificate
Maintenance and Modifications
KCAC Aviation Starts Build on New Hangar in Kansas
The project will double the company's maintenance capacity at KOJC
FBOs
Sheltair Again Expands KTPA FBO
The new construction comes on the heels of last year's development
FBOs
AIN Announces Inaugural FBO Awards Gala
New Orleans will be the site of AIN's first-ever aircraft service provider awards event
Safety
ACSF Launches Audit Lite Program for Smaller Operators
IAS Lite ensures compliance with SMS requirements
FBOs
Harrods Aviation Scores 1st IS-BAH Stage 3 in UK
The company demonstrated its embrace of SMS at both its Luton and Stansted locations
Regulations and Government
U.S. DOJ Seizes Venezuelan President Maduro's Falcon 900EX
Agency said the trijet was exported in violation of sanctions laws
Safety
Indian Air Force Drops AW119 Helicopter in Rescue Flight
Rotorcraft was stranded in mountains after carrying pilgrims to shrines
Safety
FAA Mandates SMS for Charter Operators—Now What?
While the SMS rule has strong support, safety advisors caution on implementation
Environment
Book-and-claim Crucial to SAF Expansion
Book-and-claim enables anyone, anywhere to purchase SAF credits
