Matt Thurber
Editor-in-Chief
Matt Thurber, editor-in-chief at AIN Media Group, has been flying since 1975 and writing about aviation since 1978 and now has the best job in the world, running editorial operations for Aviation International News, Business Jet Traveler, and FutureFlight.aero. In addition to working as an A&P mechanic on everything from Piper Cubs to turboprops, Matt taught flying at his father’s flight school in Plymouth, Mass., in the early 1980s, flew for an aircraft owner/pilot, and for two summer seasons hunted swordfish near the George’s Banks off the East Coast from a Piper Super Cub. An ATP certificated fixed-wing pilot and CFII and commercial helicopter pilot, Matt is type-rated in the Citation 500 and Gulfstream V/550. Based in the Pacific Northwest, Matt and his team cover the entire aviation scene including business aircraft, helicopters, avionics, safety, manufacturing, charter, fractionals, technology, air transport, advanced air mobility, defense, and other subjects of interest to AIN, BJT, and FutureFlight readers.
Latest from Matt Thurber
Regulations and Government
Shuster Signals End to ATC Privatization Battle
The sudden change of heart means that Rep. Bill Shuster's efforts to pass H.R. 2997 have ended, for now.
Avionics
Garmin G500H Adds Touchscreen TXi Displays
The new G500H TXi displays bring touchscreens into helicopter cockpits.
Smooth, Quiet Flight in Bell’s 429
Bell 429 demo flight at Heli-Expo 2018
Avionics
Astronautics Connectivity Hardware Testing Begins
Astronautics is at Heli-Expo 2018 with its new air-ground communications system, RoadRunner EFI, and multifunction display system.
Avionics
Garmin Enters Rotorcraft Flight Control System Market
The new Garmin GFC 600H flight control system brings modern capabilities to the retrofit market.
Avionics
Garmin Brings G1000H NXi to Rotorcraft Market
The helicopter version of Garmin's G1000 avionics suite is now available in the NXi version, with new dual-core processors and other advanced features.
Rotorcraft
Recon is Honeywell's next-gen HUMS
Honeywell's latest health and usage monitoring system processes data much faster, enabling real-time sharing with operators and maintainers.
Avionics
Helicopter Flight Control System Is a First for Garmin
Garmin's new GFC 600H helicopter flight control system brings new safety features to the light helicopter market.
Avionics
FBO Link App Puts Wi-Fi To Work
Pilots can download FBO Link for free and use it to access D-ATIS and weather information on Wi-Fi-equipped aircraft.
Training and Workforce
Alsim AL250 Prepares Pilots for Real Life Flying
Alsim is welcoming Singapore Airshow visitors to fly its AL250 flight simulator.
Aircraft
Honda Aircraft Aims To Expand Asia Bizjet Interest
The Japanese aircraft manufacturer sees plenty of opportunity for sales of the HondaJet in Asia.
Stellar, Rockwell Collins Complete Cloud Integration
Rockwell Collins FOS users should see greatly improved speed and reliability after switching to the Stellar Cloud.
Aircraft
Textron Aviation Adds to Asia-Pac Efforts
Growing sales in the Asia-Pacific region are resulting in an expansion of Textron Aviation service and sales teams.
Avionics
STC Connects FreeFlight Sensor and L3 Transponders
The STC provides a pathway to lower-cost ADS-B Out upgrades for a variety of legacy business jets.
Aircraft
HondaJet Arrives in Singapore
The HondaJet is due for Chinese certification validation in 2019.
Avionics
Pilots Embrace Aviation Apps
AIN readers report what operating systems and apps they use in their flying.
FBOs
AIN Blog: FBOs Are Lifeblood of Business Aviation
FBOs are a critically important part of the aviation landscape—the welcome transition between ground and sky.
Avionics
BendixKing Offering RDR2000 Upgrade
The upgrade offers increased transmitter power and range, among other benefits.
Avionics
Trig Avionics Introduces New Audio Panels
The panels include a marker beacon receiver and intercom.
Avionics
Honeywell Expands GoDirect Datalink Testing
The system gives pilots a final verification that they are appropriately equipped for FANS.
Avionics
Gogo Bizav Unveils Lower-cost Connectivity Platform
L3 delivers 3G-like airborne connectivity via Gogo’s network of ground stations in the U.S., and parts of Canada and Alaska
Engines
GE Achieves First ATP Engine Run
First engine run of GE's ATP turboprop highlights a move to widespread use of additive manufacturing for key engine components.
Aircraft
Vulcanair V1.0 Receives FAA Certification
Vulcanair's four-seat, piston-powered V1.0 is now FAA certified.
Avionics
Expect Avionics Upgrades, New Technology in 2018
Larger aircraft technology coming to smaller models.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Researchers Aim To Optimize Airborne Wi-Fi
Research by Leti will help aircraft manufactures deliver better airborne Wi-Fi performance to end-users.
Aircraft
Wanfeng Aviation Industry Buys Diamond Aircraft Industries
Wanfeng Aviation's plans called for expansion into aircraft manufacturing, airport management, flight training, and other general aviation operations.
Training and Workforce
WCA Seeking Applicants for $10,000 in Scholarships
Women in Corporate Aviation is seeking scholarship applicants and creative new sources of fundraising.
Avionics
BendixKing Certifies Simple CitationJet ADS-B Upgrade
The process involves the installation of two KT 74 transponders.
