Kerry Lynch
Editor, AIN monthly magazine
Kerry Lynch stepped into the role of editor of the Aviation International News monthly magazine in May 2022 after serving with AIN for eight years. She joined AIN in December 2014 as a senior editor covering Washington and business aviation news. She has also served on Convention News teams, including as editor of HAI Convention News. Lynch previously spent 25 years with Aviation Week. During her time there, she reported for and later steered The Weekly of Business Aviation, oversaw business aviation content on the Aviation Week Intelligence Network, served on the Show News staff, and held roles as the Washington columnist for Business & Commercial Aviation and Overhaul & Maintenance monthly magazines. In 2021 she was honored with the National Business Aviation Association Platinum Wing Award for lifetime achievement in journalism and was the 2004 recipient of the National Air Transportation Association’s Aviation Journalism Excellence Award. She also has been a recipient of an Aerospace Media Award for business aviation (2022) and NBAA Gold Wing Award (2003). Lynch graduated from The Ohio State University with a bachelor of arts in journalism.
Latest from Kerry Lynch
Aircraft
Gulfstream Further Lowers G700 Cabin Altitude
Lowered from the original target of 3,290 ft, the Gulfstream G700 cabin altitude change comes as the aircraft approaches service entry next year.
Atlantic Aviation's Clive Lowe Steps In as NATA Chair
Atlantic Aviation's Clive Lowe succeeds Aeroplex/Aerolease Group's Curt Castagna as board chair of NATA, while TAC Air's Joe Gibney is vice-chair.
Regulations and Government
House Bill Would Protect FAA from Government Shutdown
House T&I Committee chair DeFazio and aviation subcommittee chair Larsen reintroduced a measure to enable the FAA to keep operating during govt shutdowns.
Regulations and Government
Senate Bill Calls for Ligado To Pay for GPS Harm
Inhofe, Duckworth, and Rounds all are seeking to ensure Ligado pays for costs of repairing any private GPS equipment harmed by use of its 5G network.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Alto Expands Cadence Replacement Switch Panel Lineup
The newest Alto replacement switch panels are designed to replace obsolete Baker passenger controls.
Aircraft
Jet It, JetClub Launch Orders for Bye eFlyer 800
Frax providers Jet It and JetClub are the launch customers for the all-electric, cabin-class Bye Aerospace eFlyer 800.
GJC Forecasts $162.1B Bizjet Market over Next 5 Years
In its first ever Business Aviation Market Forecast, Global Jet Capital sees a resilient industry growing at a CAGR of 7.4 percent between 2021 and 2025.
FutureFlight
Bye Aerospace Reveals Jet It, JetClub as Launch Customers for eFlyer 800
Announcement of fractional ownership affiliates of Jet It and JetClub as launch customers follows the unveiling of the eFlyer 800 in April.
Safety
Transport Canada Recommends EEC Upgrades on Learjet 60s
A Transport Canada safety alert is advising operators of Learjet 60s equipped with older EECs to upgrade the units.
Aircraft
Bombardier Hands Over First Indonesia-based Global 7500
Indonesia marks the latest nation in the Asia-Pacific region to serve as home to a Bombardier Global 7500, joining Japan, Australia, Taiwan, and Malaysia.
2021 NBAA-BACE Showing Signs of Promise
Fewer than 100 exhibit spaces remain and many major exhibitors are returning for the 2021 NBAA-BACE in October in Las Vegas, the association said.
Safety
Sumwalt Reflects on Time with NTSB, Highlights Risk Management
Robert Sumwalt, who is stepping down from the National Transportation Safety Board this month after 15 years, stresses the need for procedural compliance.
WingX: Bizjet Flights Surge in June, Topping 2019
The business jet sector logged more than 100,00 movements in the first half of June, exceeding June 2019 first-half numbers by 12 percent.
NBAA Moves Full Steam Ahead with In-person Event Plans
Following BACE in October in Las Vegas, NBAA has a full lineup of events in 2022 with the exception of ABACE in China, where pandemic uncertainties remain.
Airlines
DOT Opens App Process for Manufacturing Jobs Relief
DOT, which opened the application system for Aviation Manufacturing Jobs Protection relief funds on June 15, is accepting applications through July 13.
Sully Sullenberger Selected as U.S. Ambassador to ICAO
The White House announced its intent to nominate Sullenberger, who is famed for his role in the successful "Miracle on the Hudson" emergency landing.
FutureFlight
Local U.S. Leaders Look to Emerging Technologies for Growth
Local leaders like Mayor Barbara Tolbert of Arlington in Washington state are calling for collaboration to pave the way for emerging technologies.
Regulations and Government
Notam, Airport Improvement Bills Clear U.S. House
The House approved measures calling for a notam improvement task force as well as for incentives to expedite airport construction projects.
Environment
Dassault Gets Recognition for Sustainability Efforts
Dassault Aviation was among 300 European companies to be listed in the first edition of "Europe's Climate Leaders" released by the Financial Times.
Regulations and Government
CDC Eases Mask Mandate for Transportation Hubs Outdoors
The lifting fo mask requirements for outdoor areas of transportation hubs only applies to vaccinated individuals, the CDC said.
FAA Electronic Civil Registry To Roll Out on October 5
The FAA is planning a phased implementation of its Civil Aviation Registry Electronic Services (CARES) under development at the behest of Congress.
Argus: European Bizav Ops Rebound 156% in May
European bizav activity was up by triple digits across all categories in May except multi-engine turboprops, which posted a 59.3% jump, Argus reported.
Hansueli Loosli Takes Over as Chair of Pilatus
Loosli formally stepped in for Oscar Schwenk, who is retiring as chairman but will continue as honorary president and honorary chairman.
GAMA Forms Partnership with SAE International
Under the new partnership, GAMA and SAE will collaborate on the range of business and general aviation activities, including new AAM possibilities.
Regulations and Government
Washington Keeping Infrastructure in Focus
While no agreement is in sight, lawmakers are focused on a sweeping package that could serve as a venue for measures such as an SAF blender's tax credit.
Aviation Alliance Highlights Efforts for Future of Industry
The Alliance for Aviation Across America is hosting a panel discussion and launching a new web microsite that highlights GA investments in SAF, technology.
Regulations and Government
Aviation Groups Protest FAA Flight Training Stance
The groups are urging the FAA to rethink its recent guidance on compensation for flight training in warbird and other aircraft.
Calhoun: Aerion Investment Outpaced Benefit to Boeing
Boeing president and CEO Dave Calhoun discussed why his company has remained committed to the UAM market rather than the supersonic market.
Charter & Fractional
Jet Edge Secures $150M from KKR as it Unveils AdvantEdge
Jet Edge will use its $150 million credit facility from KKR to build out its AdvantEdge program, develop new digital products for clients, and add staff.
Icon Shareholder Suit Claims IP Expropriation to China
A group of minority shareholders have filed a lawsuit against majority shareholders saying they are attempting to move Icon Aircraft IP to China.
