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
Training and Workforce
More FSI Training Options for Middle East
U.S. provider offers new courses in Farnborough and Paris for Falcon, Gulfstream, Pilatus,and other platforms.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Avjet Displays For Sale VIP Boeing 757
Global brokerage Avjet sees the Middle East preowned market shifting in favor of sellers.
Aircraft
Jetcraft Sees Steady Growth for ME Preowned Market
Year to date, the Middle East has accounted for 10 percent of Jetcraft’s business jet transactions.
Aircraft
Sheikh Ahmed Officially Opens MEBAA 2018
The Middle East and North Africa Business Aviation Association's 2018 MEBAA Show kicked off with a grand tour by Sheikh Ahmed.
Maintenance and Modifications
Nomad Wins Part 145 MRO Approval
The maintenance division of Switzerland’s Nomad Aviation is now authorized to work on various Cessna, Embraer, and Bombardier models.
Aircraft
GainJet Highlights Full Service Portfolio
Greek operator has a unique fleet of large-cabin aircraft for charter, along with management, maintenance, and even repo capabilities.
Aircraft
Airbus Corporate Jets, Copters Team at MEBAA
Airbus Corporate Jets is touting NextGen execliners, while a new rotor division aims to provide the “last leg” of corporate jet journeys.
Maintenance and Modifications
Signature Plating Showcases Plating-on-plastic Capability
The decorative metal-finishing technique promises significant weight savings for VIP interiors.
Aircraft
Diamond Debuts Updated DA62 Diesel Twin
Diamond Aircraft is also showcasing its DA40 NG trainer, along with the AAT training program developed to ease the airline pilot shortage.
Lektro Touts Towbarless Tugs
Electric-powered, emission-less tow vehicles can reduce manpower needs and maximize use of hangar space.
Engines
Start Pac Touts Aux Power Units
In harsh climates like the Middle East, external power reduces wear on engines and batteries.
Maintenance and Modifications
Aviatechnik Offers MRO Options for Tired Landing Gear Legs
Canada-based Aviatechnik offers landing gear overhauls for Bombardier Global and Challenger, Dassault Falcon, and Embraer Legacy jets.
Avionics
Gogo’s 2KU, L-Band Offer Connectivity Options
.S. company is showcasing its full range of cabin communication and inflight entertainment options.
Aircraft
Global 7500 Mockup Leads Bombardier Display
Company touts new platforms, sharpened bizav focus as it readies for service entry of its new flagship ultra-long range jet.
Aircraft
BBJ Max is Boeing's Newest Bizliner
Boeing arrives in Dubai fresh from delivering the first of its new-generation BBJs.
Aircraft
Greenpoint Delivers Second BBJ 787
Cabin for undisclosed customer incorporates technology and luxuries 'experienced at the finest hotel.'
Maintenance and Modifications
MROinsider Brings Bizav Mx into the Internet Age
Platform hosts online marketplace for operators and service providers.
Aircraft
Bongiovi Demos Speakerless Cabin Audio System
Sound system uses multiple transducers mounted behind interior panels to create an "immersive" experience.
Aircraft
Liftkar Portable Stair Climber Makes NBAA Debut
Unit can lift up to 352 pounds up an aircraft or any other set of stairs, drawing interest from FBOs, charter management companies, and aircraft owners.
Aircraft
Textron Debuts SkyCourier Mockup in Pax Config
Freighter variant will also be available, with first flight of the twin turboprop expected next year and entry into service in 2020.
Aircraft
Embraer Bizjets Claim More Speed Records
Brazilian airframes earns NAA certificates for flights by its Phenom 300, Legacy 450, and Legacy 500
Aircraft
Rolls-Royce Marks 60 Years in Business Aviation
UK engine maker highlights developments from fixed-cost engine care programs to its newest Pearl turbofans that will power the Global 5500/6500.
Aircraft
JetTech Unveils Garmin TXI Panel in Citation II
Colorado company says STC is pending and panel upgrades will be available for Citation II/SII and Citation V fleet
Aircraft
Gulfstream To Expand PBI Service Center
NBAA announcement is latest in a spate of service center expansions and the recent opening of a sales and design center in New York City
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Imarsat Jet ConneX Marks 400 Installs
Onboard broadband connectivity solution achieves milestone in two years with installation approved for 40 aircraft models.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
USAIG Adds FlightSafety to Performance Vector Program
A dozen eLearning courses from the training provider are now among the additional services options for eligible policyholders.
Aircraft
Boeing, Flightdocs Ink Exclusive Partnership
Companies sign MOU to integrate Flightdocs Enterprise platform with Boeing Global Services offerings.
Aircraft
Rolls-Royce Pearl Hits 10,000 Test Cycle Mark
Slated to power Bombardier's Global 5500 and Global 6500, the company is readying for Pearl production at its manufacturing facility in Germany.
Aircraft
NBAA Celebrates Hard-won ATC Battle, Preps for Future
Convention opening session highlights victory in ATC privatization battle and the challenges still facing the business aviation community.
