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
Safety
GPS/GNSS Backups Tested in European Commission Trials
The European Commission Joint Research Centre has been evaluating alternative positioning, navigation, and timing (APNT) services.
Safety
Pilot Association Aims To Curb Runway Excursion Accidents
The Citation Jet Pilots Owners Association has developed a new way to help pilots avoid unnecessary go-arounds.
Avionics
FAA Issues AML-STC for Appareo AIRS-400 Data Recorder
The FAA has issued an approved model list supplemental type certificate for installation of Appareo's AIRS-400 in Part 27 helicopters.
Safety
ADS Taps Orbcomm AIS Data To Display Ship Positions
Aeronautical Data Systems and Orbcomm have partnered to provide AIS ship-position information to ADS Ergo app users.
Aircraft
Trainer Leasing Firm FlytFinance Launches
Flight schools can lease new training airplanes from FlytFinance.
Genav Aircraft Owners Get Help with AOG Alerts App
AOG Alerts is a free app designed to allow pilots stuck away from home to request help from local aviators.
Maintenance and Modifications
Tamarack Asks NTSB To Reconsider Probable Cause
Tamarack Aerospace is disputing many points in the NTSB's final report on the 2018 crash of a CitationJet equipped with Tamarack winglets.
Avionics
AGCO Plans Purchase of Appareo Systems
AGCO's acquisition of ADS-B avionics manufacturer Appareo should close in January 2022.
Owners and Operators Optimistic, but Wary
The fourth quarter results of JetNet's Business Aviation Survey show some optimism as well as caution.
Aircraft
Bizjet Deliveries To Reach Near 700 in 2021
JetNet's forecast of business jet deliveries for 2021 and 2022 remain optimistic, despite clouds on the horizon.
Safety
JumpSeat App Seeks To Supplement Notams
The new JumpSeat app provides a simple way for pilots to share important information about airports anywhere in the world.
Engines
Bizjet Proves Worth on Regional Roadshow
Sean Lynch is building a successful business by using a classic jet for face-to-face sales calls.
Avionics
Garmin Secures Flight Deck for Electric Airliner
Heart Aerospace has selected Garmin's G3000 avionics suite for its ES-19 electric regional airliner.
Aircraft
Hands On: Flying the Joby Simulator
AIN editor-in-chief Matt Thurber felt instantly comfortable flying the Joby eVTOL aircraft flight simulator.
Avionics
Honeywell Adds Layers to GPS Anti-jam Prevention
In partnership with InfiniDome, Honeywell is further developing more comprehensive layers of GPS anti-jamming protection.
General Atomics Promotes Integrated View
The GA-ASI STARE uses artificial intelligence to warn users about anomalous behaviors by potential bad actors.
Collins and Raytheon Show Breadth of Products
Collins and Raytheon Technologies offer a wide variety of commercial and military aerospace products to Middle East customers.
Thales Ground Master 400 Alpha Reaches Farther
The new Thales Ground Master 400 Alpha radar extends detection range as far as 515 km.
Safety
Collins Sees Path To Spotting Pilot Fatigue
Collins and Seeing Machines are developing fatigue-management solutions using eye-measurements to evaluate pilot alertness.
Aircraft
Hands On: SkyCourier Lab Simulator
A flying session in Textron Aviation's SkyCourier lab simulator revealed interesting characteristics of this heavy-duty load-hauler.
Avionics
NAA and Garmin Celebrate Collier Trophy Award
At the Ritz-Carlton in Arlington, Virginia, aviation dignitaries gathered to celebrate the awarding of the Collier Trophy to Garmin's Autoland system.
Avionics
FAA Issues SAIB on 5G Radio Altimeter Interference
The issue of 5G cellular network interference with radio altimeters continues to draw attention from the FAA.
Avionics
Honeywell Forge Solves FANS Reporting Problem
Honeywell's Forge platform offers a simple way for datalink customers to monitor FANS performance.
BACE 2021 Celebrates Bizav's Return
The 2021 edition of NBAA-BACE welcomed exhibitors and attendees to the Las Vegas Convention Center's new West Hall.
Regulations and Government
AINsight: FAA Should Get Serious about Alaska Safety
It’s time for action, not more studies, when it comes to aviation safety in Alaska.
FutureFlight
Autonomous Aircraft Could Expand the Aviation Ecosystem
Reliable Robotics is making steady progress toward certification of its autonomous technology for the Cessna Caravan single-engine turboprop.
Former EDS Pilot, Aviation Manager Scott Miller Dies
Scott Miller, a pilot and former flight department manager for EDS, died on September 27.
Safety
Citation Jet Pilots Gather for Annual Confab
The Citation Jet Pilots Association's annual meeting was held in Indian Wells, California, with Citations landing at Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport.
FutureFlight
UP.Partners Closes $230 Million Future Mobility Fund
UP.Partners has closed its venture capital fund with $230 million raised to invest in start-ups in various areas of mobility, including aerial, maritime, and ground vehicles and technologies.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Jet Edge Jumps First in Line for Gogo 5G
Jet Edge International will be launch customer for Gogo 5G and plans to upgrade 50 large-cabin jets to the high-speed service.
