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&amp;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.

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Matt Thurber

Hong Kong-based Sino Jet founder and CEO Jenny Lau sealed a strategic alliance with TWC Aviation, a U.S.-based business aviation operator, today at Abace. Lau, along with TWC director of business development Greg Johnson and CEO Andrew Richmond, signed the agreement at the show. Sino Jet currently manages five jets in China, including <a href="http://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/galleries/abace-convention-news/jackie-chan-abace-2012">Jackie Chan’s Embraer Legacy 650</a>.

News and issues concerning the aviation charter and fractional-ownership industries and markets, including company announcements, regulations, new developments and labor issues.

Sino Jet Forms Strategic Alliance with TWC Aviation

2024 Corporate Aviation Leadership Summit

Jessica Reed

News about bills, laws, regulations and other governmental decisions affecting aviation and aerospace. Topics include FAA re-authorizations, taxes on fuel and aviation activities, environmental legislation, ICAO decisions, governmental mediation of labor conflicts and World Trade Organization disputes and decisions.

News and issues relating to business, corporate and private aviation, primarily regarding turbine-engine-powered airplanes and helicopters. Subjects include aircraft, engines, maintenance, operations, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security, and training.

As of May 7, Part 135 charter flights/nonscheduled commercial operations must comply with Real ID

Real ID Mandate Impacts Part 135 Charter Operations

Chad Trautvetter

News and developments about airplanes, helicopters and unmanned air vehicles used in all varieties of operations, including airlines, military, business, commercial, general aviation and private.

Despite erosion in Europe, flying activity rose 3.2% last month

Global Bizav Flying Continues Ascent in April, Says Argus

Sarah Rose

News and issues concerning general aviation, specifically airplanes and helicopters powered by piston and alternative engines (i.e., non-turbine powered aircraft). Subjects include aircraft, engines, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security and training.

Program includes in-flight facial treatments

VistaJet, Dr. Barbara Sturm Partner on Skincare

Fractional operator highlights growth, sustainability

AirSprint Marks 25 Years in Private Aviation

Company expands operations with fourth location in Germany

Air Charter Service Opens Office in Cologne, Germany

Charles Alcock

Issues regarding financing of aircraft; aviation insurance; tax issues for aircraft operators; new companies and people in the aviation financing and insurance industries.

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