BJT Waypoints
BJT WAYPOINTS | October 1, 2020
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EARTH MATTERS
The Bombardier Global 7500 benefits from wing advances that contribute significantly to its double-digit fuel burn advantage over previous-generation jets. (Photo: Bombardier)
BIZAV LEADERS SEE SUSTAINABILITY AS GOOD FOR BUSINESS
Right now, the industry has quite a perception problem.
 
QUOTE UNQUOTE
“The [COVID-19] crisis…is focusing our collective attention on the many injustices and weaknesses that already exist in how we live together. If people were blind to these faults before, it is hard not to see them now.”
— author Daniel Susskind
 
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IN THE NEWS
BRYANT’S WIDOW NAMES HELO FLIGHT BROKER IN SUIT
The charter broker that arranged the fateful flight that killed Kobe Bryant, OC Helicopters, has been added to the defendant list.
 
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MOST READ
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MOTHBALLING YOUR AIRPLANE
BJT readers have been revisiting this article, which has gained new relevance at a time when many aircraft are not in use because of COVID-19.
 
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2020 BOOK OF LISTS
Nottoway Plantation
6 'OLD SOUTH' PLANTATION HOMES YOU CAN VISIT
Three in Louisiana, plus one each in Tennessee, Mississippi, and South Carolina.
 
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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Trans Maldivan Airways Viking Twin Otter
RETURN OF THE EXECUTIVE SEAPLANE
We have a couple of ideas about why these aircraft—which first became popular during WW II—are making a resurgence.
 
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PANDEMIC PLANNING
BIZAV ON YOUR MIND?
Articles and videos to get you up to speed in a hurry.
 
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SAFETY
WEBINAR: AN EXPERT TAKE ON CYBERSECURITY FOR BUSINESS AVIATION
The discussion—presented by AIN, publisher of Business Jet Traveler—will explore the ways that aircraft systems in both the cockpit and cabin are vulnerable to cybersecurity threats. This free webinar will get expert perspective and guidance from leading companies providing connectivity and the security capability to protect it.
 
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AIRCRAFT
Pilatus PC-12
BEST BANG FOR THE BUCK
Sixteen aircraft that offer the most value for your dollar.
 
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BJT COMPANY DIRECTORIES
RESEARCH MATTERS
We offer a comprehensive database of business aviation companies, from charter providers to financial institutions to aircraft manufacturers.
 
 
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SUSTAINABILITY
WEBINAR: MAKING BUSINESS AVIATION ENVIRONMENTALLY SUSTAINABLE
The discussion—presented by AIN, publisher of Business Jet Traveler—will consider the key paths to cutting carbon emissions, including new fuels and other potential operational efficiencies.