General Aviation
News and issues concerning general aviation, specifically airplanes and helicopters powered by piston and alternative engines (i.e., non-turbine powered aircraft). Subjects include aircraft, engines, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security and training.
Charter & Fractional
Dokia Air Adds Dassault Falcon 2000LXS
The Falcon is the first factory new bizjet delivered in Romania
Regulations and Government
Eye in the Sky Cockpit Recorder Gets STC Approval
New Zealand-based Patterson Distributors developed the cockpit video, audio, and flight data recorder
Safety
Hurricane Milton Takes Aim at Florida As Airports Close
Category 4 storm could be one of the worst in history
Environment
UK's Electric Aircraft Fleet Grows, Mainly for Training
Pipistrel's Velis Electro two-seater is the only electric aircraft certified for passenger flights in the UK
Airports
Industry Honors Robert Olislagers’ Legacy as GA Advocate
Olislagers was executive director of Centennial Airport in Colorado for more than two decades
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Charter and Go Will Go to NBAA-BACE
AI-driven flight management system will showcase its platform
Safety
Wyvern Launches Podcast Focused on Aviation Safety
'Wyvern Airways' features expertise from Wyvern team members and industry professionals
Regulations and Government
NBAA Activates ‘HERO’ Response to Helene
Hurricane has caused billions in damages
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Duncan Aviation Gives G200 Gold Treatment
Refurbishment was completed at Nebraska facility
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Gogo To Acquire Satcom Direct in Surprise Deal
SD will receive $375 million cash, five million shares
Charter & Fractional
StandardAero Upsizes IPO to $7.7b Valuation
Company to be listed on NYSE as 'SARO'
Aircraft
AOPA Appoints Darren Pleasance as New President and CEO
Mark Baker is retiring after leading the association for more than 11 years
Regulations and Government
JetNet Summit Opens with SAF Optimism, Climate Pushback
Krahmer slams European Commission in climate panel
Regulations and Government
JetNet iQ Summit Kicks Off with Focus on Future
Panelists asked about effects of war, globalization
Charter & Fractional
Wheels Up Investors Agree to One-year Lock-up Extension
Investors are subject to the lock-up restriction until Sept. 20, 2025
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Duncan Boasts 'Silky' Overhaul of Falcon 2000EX
Refurbishment features 'streamlined' look
Maintenance and Modifications
First Aviation Services Acquires Saint Technologies
Saint Technologies manufactures RealLock washer system
Charter & Fractional
Airshare and Gogo Build on Partnership
Companies entered a multi-year in-flight connectivity agreement
Charter & Fractional
Jet Out Expands Operations in Florida, Wisconsin
Florida base will include two brand-new Cessna Citation twinjets
Charter & Fractional
Rolland Vincent Associates Names Roberts as VP
Roberts comes from 40+ years at Rolls-Royce
Maintenance and Modifications
Draft AC To Update Genav Mx Recordkeeping Requirements
FAA provided an extension in the comment period
Charter & Fractional
UAS 'Mooves' on Air Charter App
App helps plan air charter itineraries, compare pricing, and simulate the cost and door-to-door time
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
Training and Workforce
AviationManuals Nimbly Changes Name To Nimbl
"Our name...limited how we were perceived," said CEO
Aircraft
Boom's XB-1 Completes Second Test Flight
Company plans for the demonstrator to reach supersonic speeds this year
Charter & Fractional
Jackson Jet Launches Airplane Co-ownership Program
Program features PC-12 and CJ3+
Charter & Fractional
JetAviva: Market Waiting for Political ‘Dust’ to Settle
Uncertain U.S. Presidential election year makes for an uncertain market
