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
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.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Lufthansa Technik Notches 1,000th nice CMS Delivery
Pioneering digital cabin entertainment and control system, LHT's OEI team began deliveries in 2006.
Charter & Fractional
A New Vista for Charter
Vista Global Holdings aims to provide all-access pass for global charter customers.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Hilitech Showcases Innovative Lightweight Cabin Components
The Austrian joint venture links F/List and Hinsteiner Group.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
LHT Touts New Standard for LED Cabin Lights
Tech Spec aims to bring uniformity to next-gen lighting systems.
Aéro Montréal Puts Quebec Aerospace Resources on Sale
The Montreal region aggressively markets and develops high-tech capabilities.
Safety
FAA Officials: Agency Cultural Change is Working
One FAA executive is responsible for interpreting regulations that previously could be subject to eight opinions, Duncan told safety summit attendees.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Circadian-based Cabin Lights Unveiled for Global 7500
Bombardier today unveiled circadian rhythm-based cabin lighting technology that can help combat the effects of jet lag on long-distance flights.
Maintenance and Modifications
Bombardier, Flying Colours Retie Knot at Seletar
A new five-year deal signed at ABACE 2019 will lead to further investment in growth at the Bombardier facility in Singapore.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Hilitech Opens New Plant for Lightweight Cabin Parts
The Kindberg plant will create lightweight cabin components and systems.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Completions for Next-gen Cabins
VVIP market readies for neos, Maxs, and coming wide-body bizliners.
New Registries Tout Tail Number Advantages
Five national registries exhibiting at ABACE highlight the flexibility, efficiency, and economy they offer private aircraft owners and operators.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
New Standard Brings Cabin Lights into LED Age
The benchmark is intended to provide standardized levels of luminosity for LED lighting options.
Charter & Fractional
Vista Global To Acquire JetSmarter
The acquisition of JetSmarter is expected to close in the second quarter.
Avionics
LHT Notches 1,000th Nice CMS Delivery
The system has undergone continual development since its introduction in 2003.
Charter & Fractional
Flying Smarter: Bizjets for Everyone?
The company has changed its business model to keep up with an ever-changing industry.
IOC Hits All the Top International Ops Issues
This year's conference covered old and new concerns for international operators
Rotorcraft
Mecaer Delivers Landmark VIP Bell 505
Canada’s Helite Aviation takes first Jet Ranger X in North America with "Magnificent" interior.
Charter & Fractional
Luxaviation Launches Global Helo Charter Alliance
Luxemburg-based Luxaviation Helicopters today launched a network of charter operators offering global access to more than 70 VIP-outfitted rotorcraft.
Safety
Pakistan-India Tension Triggers Trip Replanning
Intensified hostilities will affect air travel, but those who operate internationally know it is part of the normal course of business.
Safety
Pakistan-India Tension Triggers Trip Replanning
Intensified hostilities will affect air travel, but those who operate internationally know it is part of the normal course of business.
