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
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.
Avionics
FltPlan Go App Adds Flight Plan Creation
The latest version of FltPlan Go for iOS allows pilots to create or modify flight plans.
Avionics
FAA, EASA Approve New Garmin G5 Capabilities
Aircraft owners can replace attitude indicators and directional gyros/HSIs with Garmin's G5 electronic flight instrument.
AfBAC Expo Celebrates Bizav in Africa
The inaugural African Business Aviation Association AfBAC Expo attracted nearly 200 attendees and 50 exhibitors.
Aircraft
Pilot Report: Cirrus Vision Jet
Cirrus’s Vision Jet delivers on the promise of excellent performance, handling, and a spacious comfortable cabin.
Avionics
FAA To Allow Own-ship Display on EFB Apps
The FAA's move adds significant value to powerful EFB moving-map applications.
Avionics
Rockwell Collins Updating Hellenic P-3 Cockpits
The avionics upgrade allows the Hellenic Navy P-3Bs to meet modern NextGen airspace standards.
Avionics
Garmin Adds Features to GTN Navigators
The new GTN software brings visual approach procedures pioneered in the G1000 NXi.
Maintenance and Modifications
ATR Taps Meggitt for Airborne Vibration Monitoring
The new vbration monitoring system will improve passenger comfort and lower operating costs for ATR operators.
Training and Workforce
APS Offers High-altitude Upset Training in S211
Flying upside down and learning how to prevent and recover an upset in an Aviation Performance Solutions S211.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Airtext Iridium Satcom Gains STC Approval
The Send Solutions Airtext Iridium satcom systems work anywhere in the world.
Rotorcraft
Sikorsky's New Support Portal Goes Live
The new Sikorsky support portal pulls together various parts of its online technical documents and services.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Gogo Demonstrates Avance L5 Advantage
During a demonstration flight, Gogo showed off the higher speed of its Avance L5 air-to-ground connectivity system.
Engines
Safran Planning Fix for Silvercrest Compressor Issue
The Safran Aircraft Engines Silvercrest developed a new problem during the flight testing, which will delay the Falcon 5X program.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
ViaSat Expanding High-speed Satcom Network
The new ViaSat 5510 satcom terminal is set for installation approval in the first half of 2018.
Aircraft
Dassault Chief Discusses Future Falcon
While frustrated with the new delay to the 5X program, Dassault Aviation is forging ahead with plans for a new business jet and a digital design process.
Avionics
Elbit Showcases EFVS System in Light of New Regs
The ClearVision suite includes a HUD, EVS and Skylens visor device.
Aircraft
Bombardier's Global 7000 Sold Out Through 2021
Bombardier's Global 7000 is on static display for NBAA 2017, but only position-holders are invited to see the interior.
Charter & Fractional
Flexjet Adds G650 to Fractional Fleet
Flexjet has taken delivery of two G650s as part of a $2.5 billion, 50-airplane order from Gulfstream.
Avionics
Max-Viz Enhanced Vision System Passes 2,500 Installs
EVS system improves situational awareness and safety in adverse weather conditions.
Aircraft
GlobalAir App Showcases Aircraft Sales Listings
The new aircraft sales listing app from GlobalAir delivers a magazine-like experience on Apple's iPhone and iPad.
