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
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.
Maintenance and Modifications
Vision Aircraft Records Launches Mx Hub Software
New software from Vision Aircraft Records allows users to securely access and share airctaft maintenance records.
Charter & Fractional
Flexjet Donating Flight Time To Benefit Child Foundation
Flexjet is donating flight hours that will be auctioned or raffled at this weekend's Naples Winter Wine Festival to benefit an educational group for kids.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Global Jet Capital Exceeds $3.5B in Aircraft Financing
Just nine years after its founding, Global Jet Capital has surpassed $3.5 billion in financing to users of new and preowned business jets.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
VIP Completions 'Flying Showroom' To Debut at NBAA Forum
VIP Completions' "flying showroom" Falcon 2000 will make its public debut at the NBAA Regional Forum at Miami-Opa Locka on February 8.
Avionics
Garmin GFC 600 Autopilot Gets FAA Nod for King Air 200s
The Garmin GFC 600 digital autopilot that can now be installed in King Air 200s adds features such as level mode and under/overspeed protection.
Airports
Myairops, Spire Global Expand Partnership with Wx Data
Myairops is adding Spire Weather data to its aviation platform to provide users with better situational awareness and insights at airports.
Maintenance and Modifications
MRO Insider Adds 30 More AOG Shops to MRO Quote Platform
The number of business aviation service suppliers on aircraft maintenance quote platform MRO Insider grew to 450 with the addition of 30 more AOG providers
Aircraft
Gulfstream G700s on World Tour Smash 25 Speed Records
The first two production G700s broke 25 speed records during Gulfstream's just-completed world tour of the new ultra-long-range twinjet.
Aircraft
Gulfstream Aerospace Deliveries Set To Take Off in 2023
Gulfstream Aerospace delivered 120 jets in 2022 and is projecting 145 aircraft shipments this year, rising to 170 in 2024.
Aircraft
Dassault Falcon 10X Cabin Racks Up More Kudos
The Chicago Athenaeum Award for Good Design has been awarded to Dassault Aviation for the cabin design of its flagship Falcon 10X.
