Chad Trautvetter
Online Editor
Chad is the editor of AINalerts, AIN's daily business aviation newsletter, and is also the news editor at AIN Media Group. He has been writing about aviation, with an emphasis on business aviation, since 1994. Chad started his writing career at The Avion, the student newspaper at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida, serving as editor-in-chief before graduating with a bachelor's in aeronautical science. After a stint as managing editor at Professional Pilot magazine, he joined AIN in late 1998. Chad holds a commercial pilot certificated with instrument and multi-engine ratings, and he also is a CFI/CFII. He lives and works from his home in Venice, Florida.
Latest from Chad Trautvetter
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
MySky Relocating EMEA Headquarters to Dubai
Business aviation spend management platform MySky is relocating its EMEA headquarters from Geneva to Dubai.
Aircraft
C&L Aero Clinches Sale of VVIP Bizliner to Argentina
C&L Aerospace has completed the sale of a VVIP Boeing 757 to the secretary general of the presidency of Argentina for presidential travel.
Aircraft
Gulfstream G400 Cabin Tour Launches, First Flight Nears
Gulfstream is launching a G400 cabin mockup tour in the U.S. as it prepares to fly the first of the twinjets later this year.
Environment
EBACE Keynoters To Mix Racing, Bizav, and Sustainability
F1 executives Toto and Susie Wolff will highlight sustainability in racing and business aviation during the keynote session at EBACE 2023 in Geneva.
Safety
SayWeather Adds Text, ForeFlight Delivery Options
The new SayWxAir service adds on-demand weather information via text message and the ForeFlight electronic flight bag app.
Airports
UK Aviation Groups Seek Strategic Airfield Policy
Aviation leaders say there needs to be a strategic policy for small airport infrastructure in the UK.
Environment
Dassault Falcon Adds SAF at Little Rock Facility
Dassault's continuous supply of sustainable aviation fuel in Little Rock will be used for all Falcons departing from its completions facility there.
Aircraft
Kenai Aviation Takes Delivery of Another Tecnam P2012 Traveller
Alaska based air charter operator Kenai Aviation accepted its second 11-seat Tecnam P2012 Traveller this week at the Sun 'n Fun Aerospace Expo.
Aircraft
Blue Line Aviation Opts for All-Piper Training Fleet
Blue Line Aviation, a flight school in North Carolina, signed a deal for up to 115 Piper airplanes and announced an expansion into Florida.
Cirrus Launches Aircraft Configurator
Cirrus launched a web-based aircraft configurator that allows customers to virtually spec out a SR-series piston aircraft or SF50 Vision Jet.
Aircraft
Daher Plans To Up Production, Add Hybrid-electric TBM
Daher is boosting production capacity and plans to expand its product lineup with a hybrid-electric TBM airplane.
Aircraft
Daher Unveils More Upgrades for TBMs and Kodiaks
Daher announced several upgrades for its TBM 960 and Kodiak 100 turboprops and also named Simcom as its factory-authorized training organization.
Training and Workforce
Job Fair Expanded to Five Days at Sun 'n Fun Aero Expo
The career fair at the Sun 'n Aerospace Expo in Lakeland, Florida, has been expanded to five days this year—from March 28 to April 1.
Training and Workforce
Parents Group Helps Central Florida Aero Academy Soar
PLANES, the parents group at Central Florida Aerospace Academy, is fundraising this week at the Sun 'n Fun airshow to support the high school.
The Island 'Social Hub' Lands at Sun 'n Fun 2023
The 2023 Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo will host The Island, a newly added “social hub” that will include the pilot welcome center, a cafe, and entertainment.
Maintenance and Modifications
Collins Aero Taps Eagle Creek as Authorized Dealer
Indianapolis-based MRO Eagle Creek Aviation has been named an authorized Collins Aerospace business and regional systems dealer.
Maintenance and Modifications
PartsBase Upgrades Its Online Aircraft Parts Store
PartsBase's new online aircraft parts store allows vendors to keep real-time inventories while customers can buy from multiple vendors in the same cart.
Aircraft
Report Highlights Need for Crosswind Training in Globals
A UK AAIB report on a wingtip-strike incident involving a Global 6000 in gusty conditions highlights the need for more crosswind training in the type.
Aircraft
Aerocor Updates Beechcraft Premier Buyer’s Guide
Aircraft brokerage Aerator has released an updated Beechcraft Premier I/IA buyer's guide that includes aftermarket upgrades and by-the-hour program costs.
Accidents
One Killed in Challenger 300 In-flight Upset
The NTSB is looking into a "reported trim issue" that occurred before Challenger 300 N300ER experienced an in-flight upset that killed a passenger.
Rotorcraft
Enstrom Helicopter Builds Back Better
Under new ownership, Enstrom Helicopter has restarted its production line and has several upgrades in the works.
Aircraft
AAIB Issues Safety Guidance in Wake of CL604 Flap Mishap
The UK AAIB is urging life limits for four relays and reassessment of the 600-series Challenger flap system following an uncommanded flap extension event.
Aircraft
Duncan Completes First 7,500-landing Inspection on CL300
Duncan Aviation has completed its first 7,500-landing inspection for a Bombardier Challenger 300, in conjunction with an interior and paint refurb project.
Charter & Fractional
Constant Aviation Now Under Flexjet's Wing
Constant Aviation will be folded under sister company Flexjet as the fractional provider's in-house maintenance department.
Maintenance and Modifications
Embraer Teams Up with Marshall Univ at WAI Conference
Embraer is coexhibiting with Marshall University at the 2023 Women in Aviation International Confernce to highlight the OEM's support of a new AMT program.
Charter & Fractional
NetJets, Pilot Union Start Midterm Negotiations on Pay
The NetJets Association of Shared Aircraft Pilots is imploring NetJets to increase pilot pay to become more competitive with the airlines.
Maintenance and Modifications
AviationManuals Launches Part 135 Digital Record System
An electronic manual recordkeeping system from AviationManuals meets FAA Part 135 requirements for digital records management.
Environment
Global Aerospace Offers Sustainability Path with 4Air
In a tie-up with 4Air, aviation insurer Global Aerospace is now offering a range of sustainability programs for its clients.
FBOs
Aviation Training Lab To Address MRO/FBO Skills Gap
An aviation technical training lab set to open at Miami-Opa locka Executive Airport this summer will teach MRO and FBO skills.
Daher To Buy French Aero Manufacturing Services Firm
In a deal announced on February 7, Daher will buy France-headquartered aerospace manufacturing services company Assistance Aéronautique et Aérospatiale.
