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
FutureFlight
Challenge Aims To Name Urban Air Mobility Vehicles, Pilots
Urban Air Mobility Names Challenge seeks to find suitable monikers for various elements of urban air mobility, which is sector that has already generated numerous confusing acronyms and definitions in its short history.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Viasat Demos Phased-array Antenna on Business Jet
Viasat's testing of phased-array antenna technology in a Citation II could pave the way toward Ka-band satcom for smaller aircraft.
Training and Workforce
Hands On: Training with the ForeFlight Master
Gary Reeves specializes in avionics training and also teaches pilots how to use their electronic flight bag apps.
Aircraft
Honda Aircraft Unveils Upgraded HondaJet Elite S
The Elite S is the latest version of the HondaJet and adds more range and new communications and safety features.
Avionics
Garmin Completes AeroData Acquisition
With the acquisition of AeroData, Garmin looks to add more of the performance data provider's capabilities to business aviation customers.
Avionics
Avidyne Helios FMS Receives TSO Approval
Avidyne now has FAA TSO approval for two new FMSs, the Atlas for fixed-wing aircraft and Helios for rotorcraft.
Safety
GPS Interference Testing Remains Problematic
Industry experts tackled the tough subject of GPS interference events and how regulators and the DoD are addressing this issue.
Avionics
Guidor App Helps Fleets Fly Efficiently
Business aviation operators are invited to try Skyconseil's Guidor app, which helps customers fly optimized trajectories.
Aircraft
New Aircraft Programs Aim for Improving Market
New aircraft from Dassault, Gulfstream, and Textron Aviation should be ready by the time the business aviation market takes off again.
Avionics
Avidyne Atlas FMS Gets FAA TSO, STC for Citation 560XL
Avidyne's now-certified Atlas FMS will add new life to legacy business jets.
Aircraft
Dassault Aims High and Long with Falcon 10X
The Falcon 10X is Dassault's next business jet program, and it will compete in the ultra-long-range category.
Satcom Direct Strengthens Global Infrastructure
The company has expanded its terrestrial network with enhanced individual Points of Presence and network upgrades.
Avionics
Hands On: Garmin inReach Mini Iridium Satcom
For low-cost airborne connectivity, a portable Iridium satcom like this one offers a useful alternative.
Nominations Open for 2021 Top Flight Awards
AIN is now accepting nominations for the 2021 Top Flight Awards.
Aircraft
Cessna Citation Longitude: Pilot Report
The Cessna Citation Longitude is an excellent performer in the super-midsize business jet market.
Avionics
ForeFlight Labs Releases Taxi Routing Editor
ForeFlights's new Taxi Routing editor helps pilots plot routes on the airport surface.
Safety
CloudAhoy Puts Flight Path Vector into Debrief Tool
The addition of the flight path vector to CloudAhoy's postflight analysis tool helps pilots improve their performance.
Avionics
Garmin Adds GWX 8000 StormOptix to Weather Radar Palette
The company has announced the GWX 8000 StormOptix weather radar, available in four sizes for Part 23 and 25 business jets.
Rotorcraft
Universal Avionics Gaining in Helicopter Marketplace
Universal Avionics sees plenty of opportunity for its ClearVision EFVS and SkyVis wearable HUD in the rotorcraft market.
Avionics
Garmin Adds Power, Type-C to USB Ports
The manufacturer's new charger offers more power and flexibility with Type-C and Type-A USB ports.
ATC
FlightAware Fuses ADS-B View with SkyAware
FlightAware's new SkyAware service allows ADS-B receiver hosts to combine all their traffic into one fused view.
Aircraft
HondaJet Prototype Debuts in Japan Aviation Museum
Honda Aircraft's proof-of-concept prototype has found a new home at the Misawa Aviation & Science Museum.
Avionics
CCX Tech Cybersecurity Device STC’d on Gulfstream V
CCX's AP-250 cybersecurity router can also serve as an in-line cybersecurity device to protect airborne connectivity data.
Hera Aviation Tackles Flying, Family Caregiver Issues
Hera Aviation is a non-profit organization that helps companies learn how to provide more equitable careers for working caregivers.
Rotorcraft
GI 275 Simplifies Avionics Upgrades in Part 27 Helos
Garmin's new GI 275 electronic flight instruments feature touchscreen and dual concentric knob control.
Rotorcraft
Honeywell Adds Major Upgrades to Helicopter Avionics
Honeywell's latest avionics upgrades to synthetic vision, radar, and EGPWS are available for Leonardo's AW139.
Avionics
Collins STCs Pro Line Fusion for Citation CJ2+
With the CJ2+ Collins Pro Line Fusion upgrade approved, next up is the CJ1+.
Rotorcraft
Hillsboro Aero Academy Keeps the Rotors Turning
Although flight hours dropped significantly during the Covid pandemic, Hillsboro Aero Academy has been able to keep its fleet busy.
Avionics
Garmin Adds FANS to G5000 Excel/XLS Upgrade
Garmin has added FANS 1/A+ and ACARS capabilities to its G5000 upgrade for the Citation Excel and XLS.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Global Jet Capital Closes Fifth Securitization
Global Jet Capital has closed its fifth asset-backed securitization worth $663 million.
