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.
Avionics
MyGoFlight Debuts $10K SkyDisplay HUD
Low cost unit, designed for use in aircraft from high-performance singles up, will be available next year, company says
Engines
Casebank Showcasing Troubleshooting Software
Installed on G500/ G600; will communicate with P&WC engines
PPG Displays New Window at NBAA 2016
The commercial aircraft passenger cabin window prototype, made from Opticor transparency material, will be on display.
FBOs
Universal Increases Latin American Footprint
With a new office in the Dominican Republic, the Houston-based company now has 18 locations in Latin America.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Amstat Report Points To Signs of Market Malaise
Amstat demonstrates new market analysis and aircraft valuation services.
Aircraft
Asian Sky Quarterly Report Focuses on Japan
Hong Kong-based Asian Sky Group tracks pre-owned aircraft inventories.
Maintenance and Modifications
Signature Rebrands UK Service Locations
The BBA Aviation’s Signature Technicair division is also rolling out a new affordable ADS-B solution for light jets and turboprops.
Avionics
Trine Aero Expands Options
Trine Aero now an authorized Rockwell Collins and Universal avionics dealer.
FlyRight Expands N.C. Facility
The new building adds another 42,000 sq ft of flight instruction space.
Shell Aviation Names Kadex as AeroShell Distributor
Kadex will offer the entire AeroShell product line, including lubricants, greases and fluids.
Flightstar Discounts Engine Upgrades
Incentives are coupled to purchase of Flightstar’s ADS-B OUT STCs for the Learjet 40 and 45.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
New ViaSat Terminal Promises Fivefold Boost in Connection Rates
ViaSat is introducing its new Ka-band Global Aero Terminal 5510.
Aircraft
Robinson Delivers First R44 Cadets
Company announced the helicopter earlier this year and has previously delivered models to customers in Australia.
API marks 45th Year in Bizav, Honors Founder
We all know a good aviation professional enhances business. But what is the cost of a bad hire?
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Conklin & de Decker Announces Scholarship Winner
Reveals scholarship recipient, 2017 seminar schedule and product updates.
Training and Workforce
NBAA Awards 14 Scholarships
NBAA Charities gave 14 students and professionals an opportunity in business aviation via scholarships.
Mente Group Beefs Up Management Team
International aviation advisory firm Mente Group has reinforced its management team
Avionics
Extant Aerospace Announces New License Agreements
Extant Aerospace is manufacturing new components under three new agreements with GE Aviation.
Avionics
Safe Flight Auto Throttle Is Standard on Legacy 650E
AutoPower throttle system reduces pilot workload.
Maintenance and Modifications
Long-serving Rolls-Royce Veterans Take a Bow
Engine maker Rolls-Royce takes pride in the commitment of its many long-serving employees.
Aircraft
Quest Offers CAMPS Free for One Year
Big data is everywhere, improving the way we maintain our sophisticated turbine aircraft.
FBOs
Milan FBO To Continue Expansion
The company, which operates at both of the Italian city’s airports, plans to invest $20 million over the next four years.
Aircraft
Leap Provides Legacy Engine Coverage
Legacy Engine Assurance Program (Leap, Booth 740) has launched to provide affordable maintenance plan coverage for operators of Honeywell TFE731
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Gulfstream G500 with Full Production Interior Debuts at 2016 NBAA Show
Gulfstream G500 with Full Production Interior Debuts at 2016 NBAA Show
Aircraft
Embraer’s New Phenom Gets More Power, Smarter Cockpit
Embraer’s New Phenom Gets More Power, Smarter Cockpit
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Torqued: Drone Rules Could Stifle Student Interest
Aviation employers should be concerned.
Maintenance and Modifications
ATP Takes Next Step in Evolution of Cloud Services
The new mobile app from Aircraft Technical Publishers is designed to ease access to maintenance libraries.
Charter & Fractional
Comlux Boosts Charter Reach With OneAbove Team
OneAbove will market charter capacity for Fly Comlux and other operators
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Aloft Complements BBJs with Bombardier Globals
Boeing completion specialist Aloft AeroArchitects expands its MRO services.
