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
Aerion Picks Universal ClearVision EFVS for AS2
Universal Avionics will supply its ClearVision enhanced flight vision system for the supersonic Aerion AS2.
Aircraft
AIN Top Flight Award Winners Unveiled
The winners of the inaugural AIN Top Flight Awards represent the best in business aviation.
Airports
Oregon Board Affirms Plan for Aurora Runway Extension
A decision that affirms plans to extend the runway at Oregon's Aurora Airport could eventually see the runway grow to 6,000 feet.
Safety
Pilot Captures Video of 'Jetpack' Flying in LA Airspace
The video of what appears to be a manned jetpack shows it flying at 3,000 feet over the ocean near Palos Verdes, California.
Training and Workforce
SimAero 737-800 Simulator Approved for Upset Training
Pilots can now undergo upset training in a 737-800 simulator at SimAero's Paris training center.
Training and Workforce
Aerocor Trains 27 New Eclipse Pilots in 2020
Very light jet specialist Aerocor is seeing growing interest in its Eclipse 500/550 type rating training program.
Aircraft
Max Order Moves Alaska Airlines Towards All-Boeing Fleet
Alaska Airlines is adding new orders that will increase its Boeing 737-9 Max to 120 airplanes if all options are taken.
Avionics
Moog Buys Genesys Aerosystems
Flight control manufacturer Moog is adding to its capabilities with the purchase of Genesys Aerosystems.
FutureFlight
Embraer's Eve and Airservices Australia Collaborate on eVTOL Operations
EmbraerX subsidiary Eve and Airservices Australia are working together to create a scalable UAM framework that could work for any large metropolitan area.
Maintenance and Modifications
App Improves Traxxall User Experience
Traxxall's maintenance-tracking software offers new ways to access information through its mobile app.
Turtle Fliers Save a Large Load of Stranded Turtles
A Saab 340 was drafted to carry 120 cold-stunned turtles to aquariums in Texas.
FutureFlight
CAAM Steps Up Advanced Air Mobility Projects in Canada
Advanced air mobility is targeted to become a major part of Canada air transportation this decade.
Safety
FltPlan Adds AeroData Runway Analysis Option
FltPlan users have a new option for runway analysis and takeoff and landing performance calculations provided by AeroData.
FutureFlight
Austria Grants Trial eVTOL Flight Permit to EHang
EHang worked with Austrian partner FACC to obtain a trial flight permit to test its AAV in European airspace.
Avionics
Icon Offers G3X Upgrade for A5 Amphibian
Icon A5 buyers can now purchase an optional Garmin G3X Touch display and two-axis autopilot.
Avionics
Garmin Adds Smart Rudder Bias to Piston Twins
Smart Rudder Bias is the newest addition to the Garmin Autonomi family and brings new safety features to piston twins.
Avionics
Garmin Upgrades GTN Xi Navigators
New features for the Garmin GTN XI navigators are available with a software update.
Aircraft
EcoPulse Team Completes Preliminary Design Review
The hybrid-electric EcoPulse design, based on a TBM airframe, is being prepared for its first flight in 2022.
Aircraft
Falcon 6X Debuts in Virtual Rollout Ceremony
Dassault Aviation celebrated the rollout of the Falcon 6X, a key milestone on its path to first flight early next year.
Aircraft
Dassault Plans E-rollout for Falcon 6X Bizjet
The rollout of the Falcon 6X will be broadcast on YouTube from Dassault's Bordeaux-Mérignac, France factory.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Alto Brings Immersive Audio Features to Bizav Cabins
New immersive audio products from Alto Aviation are available in new aircraft and for retrofit.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Cadence App Supports Control of Cabin Systems
Alto Aviation's new Cadence app can control cabin systems products made by a variety of manufacturers.
Avionics
More Aircraft Adding InSight Flight Deck
Universal Avionics is expanding the number of aircraft available for installation of its inSight integrated flight deck.
Safety
IS&S Advances Autothrottle Approvals, Features
IS&S's autothrottles are now standard on the King Air 360 and 260 and approved on PC-12s and other King Airs.
Aircraft
Honeywell Bullish on Bizav Post-Covid
The company anticipates a return to growth of business aviation around 2022 and is developing new products to serve a growing market.
Avionics
Genesys Displays Approved for AStar Upgrades
The FAA has certified the Genesys Aerosystems IDU-680 and IDU-450 EFIS displays for AStar helicopters.
Avionics
BendixKing AeroCruze Autopilot Adds Further Approvals
Owners of aircraft equipped with BendixKing KFC 150 and 200 autopilots can upgrade to the AeroCruze 230 touchscreen autopilot.
Accidents
EASA Issues Proposed AD for 737 Max Return to Flight
EASA expects the Boeing 737 Max to be able to return to flight in Europe in mid-January.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Low-cost Connectivity Sees Boost in Activity
BizjetMobile is experiencing a boost in messaging activity on its Iridium-based connectivity systems.
