2024 Corporate Aviation Leadership Summit

Kerry Lynch

Raytheon, which developed the FAA's STARS air traffic management system, received a $223 million contract to maintain, refresh, and upgrade the system.

Raytheon Wins FAA Contract To Maintain, Upgrade STARS

Curt Epstein

Switzerland-based aviation fuel provider iFuel has expanded its services to include trip support. 

Swiss Fuel Provider Branches into Trip Support

Matt Thurber

The GFC 600 digital autopilot STC for PC-12s adds many new capabilities, including electronic stability and protection.

Garmin Adds STC for PC-12 GFC 600 Autopilot

Jerry Siebenmark

Hawthorne Global Aviation Services has been an Embraer authorized service center since 2006.

Hawthorne Global Expands Embraer Mx Authorizations

The first two Canada-bound Bombardier Global 7500s were delivered to separate customers but Chartright Air Group will manage both in Toronto.

Bombardier's Global 7500 Reaches Canadian Market

Rising demand for pre-owned business jets prompts Jet MS to add pre-purchase inspection services.

Jet MS Adds Pre-purchase Inspections

West Star completed the Collins Aerospace Pro Line Fusion avionics upgrade at its Colorado facility.

West Star, Collins Team Up on CJ1+ Fusion STC

World Fuel Services has introduced the purchase of carbon offsets as a points redemption option for its rewards program members.

World Fuel Offers Carbon Offsets as Rewards Option

Chad Trautvetter

Gulfstream Aerospace is adding G600 completions operations at its Dallas Love Field facility to accommodate growing demand for its newest large-cabin jet.

Gulfstream Adds G600 Completions at Dallas Facility

David Donald

U.S. suppliers have beaten European competitors in Switzerland's Air 2030 program for new fighters and an air defense system.

F-35A Lightning II and Patriot Scoop Switzerland Air 2030 Selection

The new MyGoFlight USB charger simplifies upgrades when connector types change.

MyGoFlight Designs 'Never Obsolete' USB Charger

Researchers at Washington State University say they have developed a process for turning waste plastics into jet fuel.

University Researchers Turn Plastic into Jet-A

Charles Alcock

The Jet Zero Council has provided additional funding for work to develop infrastructure to support electric- and hydrogen-powered aircraft at UK airports.

UK Jet Zero Council Funds Zero Emissions Infrastructure R&D

ForeFlight Version 13.5 adds some useful new features, including a Hold Advisor and an easier way to see approach minimums. 

ForeFlight Releases Holding Pattern Advisor

CitationPartners has turned over the first of six Excel Eagles under contract for delivery this year.

CitationPartners Delivers First Excel Eagle Twinjet

The Air Charter Association plans to return to holding its Air Charter Expo (ACE) in an in-person format on September 14 at London Biggin Hill Airport.

In-person ACA Air Charter Expo Returns in September

Woody McClendon

Lufthansa Aviation Training is buying mixed-reality NovaSim full-motion flight simulation training devices from Brunner Elektronik.

Brunner Wins Contract for NovaSim Mixed Reality Simulator

Gregory Polek

Deals for 200 Max jets and 70 A321neos mark the largest airplane commitment in United’s history.

United Airlines Orders 270 Boeing and Airbus Narrowbodies

As a result of the deal, SierraTrax will expand its support to operators of super-midsize and large-cabin jets.

JSSI Adds Mx Tracking with SierraTrax Acquisition

Maintenance plan provider JSSI has expanded its industry footprint with the purchase of SierraTrax, which offers aircraft maintenance tracking services.

JSSI Adds Maintenance Tracking Provider

Leonardo has been contracted to install its Miysis directed infrared countermeasure (DIRCM) system on a Bombardier Global 7500.

Global 7500 Customer Opts for Leonardo Anti-missile Pod

Fly Louie claims WholesaleFlex service can yield up to twice as many confirmed trips for a member charter operator.

Fly Louie Service Aims To Boost Member Charter Bookings

The web platform, which matches customers with service provider quotes, has had a banner month in terms of its network growth.

MRO Insider Experiences Network Surge

François Chavatte, who co-founded EBAA and was co-pilot of first business aviation flight into Paris- Le Bourget Airport, passed away on June 24.

EBAA Co-founder and European Bizav Pioneer François Chavatte Dies

Cathy Buyck

Covid-19 has led to buoyant demand for intra-Europe charter flying, as well as strong interest of people/companies wanting to purchase a business aircraft.

Luxaviation Belgium Sees Major Uptick in Activity

Aeronautical Data Systems’ Ergo resource-management iPad apps are upgraded and now available with flexible pricing.

ADS Apps Aid SMS Needs with Flex Pricing

NTSB Chairman Robert L. Sumwalt Reflects on 15 Years of Transportation Safety Advocacy

The U.S. is happy to sell F-16s to the Philippines, but the price may be too high for Manila.

Green Light for 'Too Expensive' Philippines' F-16 Purchase

Mark Huber

Bell is retiring its V-280 tiltrotor demonstrator to focus on the Army's next phase of future vertical lift competition. 

Bell Retires V-280 Demonstrator 

The creation of the Voluntary Safety Reporting Program for FAA's Aviation Safety workers comes at the behest of Congress in the wake of the Max crashes.

FAA Implements Internal Voluntary Reporting System

AeroVanti looks to gain members through "ultra-competitive pricing."

AeroVanti Launches P.180 Avanti Charter Member Program

A decision by the FAA to reject a request for type inspection authorization appears not to have changed Boeing’s target for 777X approval. 

Boeing Says 777X Certification Target Remains Late 2023

For a region highly dependent upon tourism as the Caribbean, air connectivity between islands still can be very difficult.

Commercial Aviation in Caribbean Still Has Its Hurdles

Parliamentary approval of the 2022 defense budget clears the path for development of the FCAS next-generation air combat system.

Germany Signs Off Funding for FCAS and Poseidon

The Hawaii DOT has pushed off ending its lease to operate Dillingham Airfield until the end of the year.

Dillingham Airfield Gets Six-month Reprieve

Mid-Continent's new Chronos clocks combine features such as USB power, time, timer, volts, and temperature. 

Mid-Continent Introduces TSO’d Chronos Clocks

Appareo's new AIRS-400 image recorder enables operators to implement FDM and FOQA programs. 

Appareo Debuts AIRS-400 4K Image Recorder

Ortega Aviation Services in Wichita has awarded ground school scholarships to nine area police officers.

Kansas Police Officers Awarded Free Ground School

Allied Pilots Association official calls on management to allow more flexibility in pilot scheduling.  

AA Could Have Avoided Schedule Cuts, Says Pilots Union

This year's Aircraft Electronics Association convention bodes well for other events this year, with high numbers of attendees and exhibitors.

AEA Show Celebrates Returning to Normal

The special missions Beechcraft King Air has been in service with the Army since 2009.

Army King Air Surpasses 50K Flight-hour Milestone

Jet Aviation has expanded its footprint in Switzerland with purchase of ExecuJet’s Zurich FBO and Luxaviation's aircraft charter/management division.

Jet Aviation Buys ExecuJet Zurich FBO, Lux's Swiss Ops

Airbus Corporate Jets has worked with global health technology provider Philips to equip ACJs with monitoring and medical equipment.

Airbus Corporate Jets Offers Philips Medical Support

Boeing 737 Max 10 Makes First Flight, En Route to 2023 Service Entry

Stuart “Kipp” Lau

Stress is unavoidable for pilots, but it can be managed though preparation, anticipation, planning, communications, CRM, and time management.

AINsight: The ‘Right Stuff’ To Handle Stress

The aviation industry seems closer to normal after I attended my first in-person event since the coronavirus pandemic started in early 2020.

Back in the Live Show Saddle

Premier Jet Services, an FBO at Detroit-area Oakland County International Airport, has become the first in the state to stock permanent supplies of SAF.

Michigan FBO Joins the SAF Set

Atlantic Aviation's Clive Lowe succeeds Aeroplex/Aerolease Group's Curt Castagna as board chair of NATA, while TAC Air's Joe Gibney is vice-chair.

Atlantic Aviation's Clive Lowe Steps In as NATA Chair

With its latest order the RAF becomes the first export customer for the Block II version of Boeing's Chinook helicopter.

UK’s Royal Air Force Orders More Chinook Helicopters

The Cabin Management Solutions wireless Evolve cabin management and inflight entertainment system promises weight and cost savings.

Wireless Cabin Management System Introduced

AEA, member repair stations and manufacturers, and the Urban Institute collaborated on the design of the avionics technician apprenticeships.

FAA Signs Off on AEA's Avionics Tech Apprenticeships

The new bulkhead mounts from Send Solutions are designed to use iPads as moving-map displays in business aircraft cabins.

Send Solutions Unveils Tablet Bulkhead Mounts

UAM manufacturer Eve and transport provider Blade have struck a deal whereby Eve will provide Blade with eVTOL use starting in 2026.

Blade, Eve Strike U.S. Urban Air Mobility Service Deal

Vladimir Karnozov

Comac and UAC have shortlisted several suppliers for the CR929 widebody.

Kremlin Committed to CR929 Despite Grim Market Prospects

Lowered from the original target of 3,290 ft, the Gulfstream G700 cabin altitude change comes as the aircraft approaches service entry next year.

Gulfstream Further Lowers G700 Cabin Altitude

NBAA president and CEO Ed Bolen helped kick off the launch of the Delaware Valley Business Aviation Association (DVBAA) this week.

Bolen Helps Debut Delaware Valley Regional Bizav Group

Satcon Direct’s tail-mounted Plane Simple Ku-band satcom antenna will first be STC’d for Dassault Falcon 2000-series jets.

Plane Simple Antenna To Make STC Debut on Falcon 2000

Neelam Mathews

More projected losses among Indian airlines has analysts questioning the timing of Jet Airways’ re-launch of operations.

Jet Airways’ Restart Faces Headwinds

Airlines believe in the “noble cause” of reducing carbon emissions, said GE Aviation CEO John Slattery.

GE’s Slattery Calls Hydrogen Power the ‘Real Nirvana’ 

The FAA plans to begin implementing the Runway 19 Offset Arrival Procedure for Teterboro Airport starting on July 1.

TEB To Begin Runway Offset Arrivals in July

House T&I Committee chair DeFazio and aviation subcommittee chair Larsen reintroduced a measure to enable the FAA to keep operating during govt shutdowns.

House Bill Would Protect FAA from Government Shutdown

Rich Pickett

The STC for MyGoFlight's SkyDisplay head-up display brings added safety features to GA aircraft at a significantly lower price.

FAA Approves First General Aviation Head-up Display

The ProLink STC for the G200 paves the way for a Universal Avionics InSight display system flight deck upgrade.

Chicago Jet ProLink STC’d in G200

Premier Aircraft Services becomes Epic Aircraft's first authorized service center in the southeastern U.S.

Epic Selects Premier as Authorized Service Center

Operator, pilot's estate, settle with families in Kobe Bryant helicopter crash. 

Settlement Reached in Kobe Bryant Helicopter Crash

Blackhawk has acquired Columbia Avionics & Aircraft Services, a specialist in Cessna Citation avionics STCs.

Blackhawk Expands into Avionics STCs with Acquisition

Inhofe, Duckworth, and Rounds all are seeking to ensure Ligado pays for costs of repairing any private GPS equipment harmed by use of its 5G network.

Senate Bill Calls for Ligado To Pay for GPS Harm

The Mobile Repair Team looks to improve its aircraft return-to-service options with EmbraerX's Beacon platform.

Mobile Repair Team Joins EmbraerX's Digital Mx Platform

Airline and airport staff joined forces with their managements in a "travel day of action" protest, demanding changes to UK government Covid travel rules.

UK Air Travel Industry Leads Protests over Covid Restrictions

Textron Aviation has introduced a numeric controls technician apprenticeship program.

Textron Aviation Launches Second Apprenticeship 

Garmin Receives the 2020 Collier Trophy for its Autoland System

In its first ever Business Aviation Market Forecast, Global Jet Capital sees a resilient industry growing at a CAGR of 7.4 percent between 2021 and 2025.

GJC Forecasts $162.1B Bizjet Market over Next 5 Years

Eurocontrol data shows that the number of inactive airplanes parked at European airports has fallen to less than half its peak in 2020.

More Aircraft Return to Flying as European Summer Arrives

With the addition of a Gulfstream G600 to its UK managed fleet, Luxaviation becomes the first operator to offer the type for charter in the UK.

Luxaviation Adds Managed Jets to Charter Fleet

Air Partners' JetCard First Flight is available until September 1.

Air Partner Targets First-time Private Jet Travelers 

The Broomfield, Colorado-based company checks off several milestones in path to launching Gogo 5G in 2022. 

Testing Proves Gogo 5G Network 'Better Than We Thought'

Frax providers Jet It and JetClub are the launch customers for the all-electric, cabin-class Bye Aerospace eFlyer 800.

Jet It, JetClub Launch Orders for Bye eFlyer 800

Gordon Gilbert

While Massachusetts governor declares July general aviation appreciation month, the state senate is considering a $1,000 per GA aircraft landing fee.

Mass. Gov. Declares GA Month, Senate Mulls Landing Fee

A new study published this week points to SAFs benefits besides lifecycle carbon emissions, and how they must be calculated into aviation's climate impact.

Study Eyes SAF Benefits in Meeting Environmental Goals

Honeywell is now a value-added reseller for SmartSky Network's in-flight connectivity for business aviation.

SmartSky Expands Honeywell Deal To Include Bizav Connectivity

How New Electric Aircraft Could Transform Public Transportation

The newest Alto replacement switch panels are designed to replace obsolete Baker passenger controls.

Alto Expands Cadence Replacement Switch Panel Lineup

EASA approval of the Cessna CJ4 Gen2 allows European deliveries to begin this quarter.

EASA Approves Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2

James Wynbrandt

GDC Technics Faces Liquidation 

The milestone comes four years after installation of Gogo's first Avance L5 installation.

Gogo Marks Milestone with Avance In-flight Connectivity

U.S. Fifth Circuit rules that helitour crash counsel isn't entitled to view all interagency documents between the NTSB and parties to the investigation. 

Court Limits Access to NTSB Investigation Documents

Research says aircraft burning a 50/50 sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) blend produce 50 to 70 percent fewer ice crystal contrails at cruising altitude.

SAF Lowers Contrail Formation by Up to 70%, Says NASA

VisionSafe’s Emergency Vision Assurance System (EVAS) is now STC’d for the Embraer Praetor 500 and 600.

Emergency Vision System STC'd for Embraer Praetor Jets

A Transport Canada safety alert is advising operators of Learjet 60s equipped with older EECs to upgrade the units.

Transport Canada Recommends EEC Upgrades on Learjet 60s

The partnership gives Jet East access to Turbine Engine Specialists' rental bank of Honeywell 36-100 and 36-150 APUs.

Jet East, TES Partner on APU, Engine AOG Services

Embraer’s Eve Urban Air Mobility Solutions and Skyports are expanding their partnership on EVTOL vertiport ops.

Skyports, Eve Step Up eVTOL UAM Vertiport Ops Plans

JetTech has added more capability with enhanced upgrades available for the Cessna CitationJet series.

JetTech STCs Add New Features for CitationJets

Some of the new products announced at this year's Aircraft Electronics Association convention.

News Roundup from the 2021 Aircraft Electronics Assn Convention

Collins Aerospace - Digital Oceanic Plotting Chart for Pilots

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