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

Manama, Bahrain-based Valo Aviation became the first business jet charter operator in the country, receiving an air operator certificate (AOC) from Bahrain Civil Aviation Affairs yesterday at the Bahrain International Airshow. Besides air charter, the company also offers business aircraft sales, management, maintenance, and flight operations support.
“We are thrilled to receive our AOC certification, which reflects the hard work and dedication of our team,” said Valo CEO Hanna Hakamo. “This achievement allows us to move forward with our mission to provide exceptional, world-class business aviation services in the region and contribute to Bahrain’s growing business aviation sector.”
Ali Al Mudaifa, chief of business development at the Bahrain Economic Development Board, believes the milestone will help to secure the country as a business aviation hub in the Arabian Gulf region. “The establishment of Valo Aviation marks an important step in our efforts to diversify the economy and enhance the quality of services available to business travelers,” he said. “We look forward to supporting Valo Aviation as it grows and contributes to our vibrant aviation sector.”

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