Chad is the editor of AINalerts, AIN's daily business aviation newsletter, and is also the news editor at AIN Media Group.&nbsp;He has been writing about aviation, with an emphasis on business aviation, since 1994. Chad started his writing career at The Avion,&nbsp;the&nbsp;student newspaper at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida, serving as editor-in-chief before graduating with a bachelor's in aeronautical science. After a stint as managing editor at Professional Pilot&nbsp;magazine, he joined&nbsp;AIN in late 1998. Chad holds a commercial pilot certificated with instrument and multi-engine ratings, and he also is a CFI/CFII. He lives and works from his home in Venice, Florida.

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Chad Trautvetter

EBAA and NBAA are offering the <a href="http://ebace.aero/events/international-aircraft-transactions-seminar/">International Aircraft Transactions Seminar</a> at EBACE next week to provide attendees with an in-depth review of the key tax, legal and regulatory issues involved in a business aircraft transaction. The seminar, to be held all day on Monday, May 18, at the Geneva Palexpo center, will feature experts on aircraft financing, sales transactions, emerging European tax issues, ownership structures and aircraft registry, as well as provide an overview of the current business aircraft market.

 


One of the highlights will be the panel on taxation of business aircraft in the European Union, which is a complex and rapidly changing issue. At this session, aviation tax attorneys Grant Atchison of Equiom and Laura Pierallini of Studio Pierallini will explain recent policy clarifications on aircraft importation and customs issues and unique taxation in EU states, with Italy slated to be covered in depth.

 


The event will be capped by an overview of the business aircraft market, presented by Jay Mesinger of Mesinger Jet Sales, Steve Varsano of The Jet Business and Rollie Vincent of JetNet iQ. The trio plans to discuss how plummeting oil prices, the strong dollar and rapidly changing market conditions in certain regions are creating opportunities in the global market.

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

International Aircraft Transactions Seminar Returns to EBACE

Seminar to give an in-depth review of the key tax, legal and regulatory issues involved in a business aircraft transaction.

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News and issues relating to international air transport and cargo carriers, national airlines and regional airlines, including aircraft, engines, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security and training.

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Pre-tax earnings percentages fall amid higher service costs, lower sales

NetJets Logs More Growth in 2024 as Revenues Climb 9.1%

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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.

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