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
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.
Regulations and Government
Streamlined LOA Approvals In the Works
The current LOA process takes six months, and stakeholders and the FAA are working to streamline it.
Airports
Atlanta FBOs Emerge Victorious from Super Bowl
The annual event is estimated to have brought more than 1,000 business jets to the Atlanta area for Super Bowl LIII and its associated festivities.
Airports
Super Bowl Kicks Off at Atlanta-area FBOs
Area airports are subject to reservations and slots from now through January 5.
Aircraft
ZenithJet Takes Bow for First Global 7500 Completion
The completed aircraft will now go on a demo tour beginning this weekend.
Aircraft
Cirrus Vision Jet Makes First Regional Landing at MEBAA
Small aircraft like Cirrus's Vision Jet could prove useful in the Gulf region.
Aircraft
Newest VIP BBJ 787 Arrives in Dubai
Among an unusually large flock of VIP airliner-derived business jets on the MEBAA show static display is a Boeing BBJ 787.
Aircraft
VIP Sukhoi Superjet Makes MEBAA Debut
The executive version of the Sukhoi Superjet made its Middle East debut at MEBAA 2018.
Aircraft
VistaJet Would Like to Add Up to 10 Global 7500s
VistaJet says Middle East activity is growing, as it looks to add examples of Bombardier's new ultra-long-range Global 7500 to its fleet.
Global Space Congress Prepares for Launch
A gathering of experts in Abu Dhabi in March 2019 will showcase the region’s role in global satellite and space development activities.
FBOs
Argos Gives Bizav an Italian Welcome
The Italian FBO chain highlights the seamless service it delivers through a combination of experience and innovation.
Aircraft
Boutsen Offers ACJ319 for Sale at MEBAA
Monaco-based Boutsen puts emphasis on the Middle East market with its first showing of a VIP airliner at MEBAA.
FBOs
Sheltair, Avfuel Team at MEBAA
U.S. FBO chain Sheltair and global fuel supplier Avfuel showcase their tandem flight support services.
Disabled Aviators Spotlight Inclusion at MEBAA
Two pilots on Handiflight’s Around the World mission make Dubai stop during circumnavigation effort.
Training and Workforce
Women in Aviation on a Mission at MEBAA
Women are a growing segment of the aviation workforce, and opportunities abound.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
VIP Aircraft Cabins Blend Luxury, Technology
World’s leading completion specialists showcase their design and engineering capabilities at MEBAA.
Aircraft
Bespoke ACJ319 On Display at MEBAA
ACJ is showcasing a deluxe charter bizliner, highlighting the coming generation of VIP airliners.
Aircraft
BBJ Intros Newest Bizliner, the BBJ 777X
Boeing's newest BBJ 777X can fly between any two cities anywhere in the world.
Aircraft
Haeco Offers Enhanced MRO for ME Operators
China-based MRO touts recent Design Organization Approval and collaboration agreement with high-end design firm for VIP cabins.
Aircraft
Saudi Academy Orders 60 Diamond Trainers
Saudi-CAE training center announced last year to take Diamond single- and twin-engine aircraft for flight instruction.
