James Wynbrandt
Contributor - Business Aviation
A multi-engine, instrument rated pilot, James Wynbrandt has been an AIN and Business Jet Traveler contributor since 2003. His in-depth reporting and insightful features have won more than a dozen editorial honors, including two National Business Aviation Association Gold Wing Awards (2019; 2021), and his articles have also appeared in the New York Times, Barron’s, Fortune, Forbes, and Smithsonian Air & Space. He has flown his Mooney M20K 252 on assignments throughout North and Central America and the Caribbean. Wynbrandt is also the author of Flying High (Wiley & Sons), a biography of Jet Blue founder David Neeleman, as well as histories, references works, and books on a variety of other topics from major publishers. He lives in New York City.
Latest from James Wynbrandt
Kaman Adds New Aerospace Surface Treatments
UK company makes £1 million investment for computer-controlled line; expects NADCAP cert by year’s end
Aircraft
RAS Displays ATR Sea Eagle Special Mission Conversion
German company created maritime patrol platform from passenger aircraft for the Pakistan Navy – the service’s second
Aircraft
Daher Launches Student Competition To Spur TBM Innovations
“General Aviathon” contest aims “to build the future of aviation”, with initial focus on Silicon Valley in the U.S.
14bis Showcases Logistics Tracking Solution
U.S. start-ups’ blockchain-based system can track parts, data, material or intellectual property throughout its lifecycle.
Ruag Showcases Space, MRO and Aerostructures Capabilities
Bell 505, Pilatus PC-12 approvals among Swiss tech company’s recent news.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Stelia Showcases Bespoke Seats and Aerostructures Specialties
French company touts new Airbus Passenger Experience demonstrator and Turkish Airlines lie flat business class offering.
Aircraft
Norsk Titanium Supplies AM Parts for Dreamliners
Norwegian company provides aerospace’s first FAA approved 3D-printed structural titanium part.
Aircraft
Oriens Offers PC-24 Delivery Positions
UK-based distributor urges interested parties to “commit with deposits and spec their aircraft.”
Aircraft
Seamless Air Alliance Touts Open Architecture Connectivity
Org formed in early 2018 aims to “empower airlines” with more control over passenger inflight Wi-Fi experience
Portugal Showcases Homegrown Aerospace Industry
Senior government ministers lead a delegation and full agenda of activities at Paris Air Show 2019.
Aircraft
Boom Unveils More Details on Supersonic Airliner
Completion of Boom's XB-1 demonstrator is expected by year’s end, first flight in early 2020.
US Pavilion Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Moon Landing
A week-long celebration at the Paris Air Show commemorates the U.S. lunar landing 50 years ago.
SAE Highlights Standards Development for Key Aerospace Technologies
SAE International spurs innovation in supersonics, additive manufacturing, electric propulsion, and big data.
Charter & Fractional
Vista Global Completes JetSmarter Purchase
Vista Global Holdings (VGH) has completed its acquisition of U.S. based per-seat charter brokerage and app developer JetSmarter.
Aircraft
Viasat Brings Ka-band Connectivity to Super-midsize Bizjets
Embraer's Praetor 600 gets the first STC for installation of the Global Aero Terminal 5510.
FBOs
Jet Aviation Touts FBO Network Growth
Swiss company now has 35 FBO locations worldwide and a deal with Europe’s Wijet to provide handling services
Aircraft
Boeing Inks Deals for New BBJ Digital Services
Bundled solutions aim to help the airframer’s VIP airliner operators become operational quickly.
Aircraft
Rolls-Royce Delivering Pearl 15s for Bombardier’s New Globals
First engine in new powerplant family to debut on Global 5500/6500, set for service entry this year
Aircraft
Bombardier and F/List Team on London Interiors Shop
Repair and refurbishment capability coming to Canadian airframer's Biggin Hill service center
Aircraft
Comlux Delivers Its First Widebody VIP Completion
Just completed A330 demonstrates the group's full range of capabilities, including VIP airliner transactions and operations, says CEO Gaona
Aircraft
Dassault Intros Falcon Perf on iPad
App enables Falcon pilots to easily calculate compliant takeoff and landing performance
Aircraft
Falcon 6X on Track for Service Entry in 2022
Critical design review is complete, large parts are in production, and assembly of first aircraft slated for early 2020
Aircraft
Brana to Take Charge of Dassault’s Falcon Line
Current deputy Carlos Brana is to assume his new title July 1, replacing longtime Dassault division head Olivier Villa.
Aircraft
Jet Aviation Links with hullo Aircrew for Crew Staffing
Investment in UK firm’s freelance and contract hire platform will help crews and operators maximize their opportunities
Aircraft
Global 7500 Turns on Circadian Cabin Lights
Bombardier’s new flagship arrives at EBACE amidst record-setting world tour.
Avionics
Bombardier Unveils Updated Challenger 350
Improvements bring performance, cabin, and cockpit enhancements to the world’s best-selling business jet.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Bombardier Unveils Nuage Chaise for Global 5500/6500
Bombardier Unveils Nuage Chaise for Global 5500/6500, converts to lie-flat surface for seating or sleeping.
Avionics
Jet Aviation Completes Trio of Major Refurbs
Boeing 747 and two Gulfstream GIV upgrades feature Ka-Band installations and refreshed cabins
Aircraft
Idair Inks Trio of VIP Cabin System Orders
Hamburg-based company offers advanced entertainment and communication systems for single-aisle and wide-body VIP airliners.
Charter & Fractional
Vista and JetSmarter To Tie Knot
The JetSmarter purchase by Vista Global Holdings will create a global charter powerhouse.
