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

Cirrus has delivered its 600th Vision Jet following entry into service in 2016. The 500th Vision Jet was delivered in October 2023, and during the first three quarters of 2024, Cirrus delivered 62 Vision Jets.
The all-composite Vision Jet is the first and only single-engine jet to receive FAA certification. With a maximum range of 1,275 nm, the jet can cruise up to 311 knots and carry up to seven passengers. The Vision Jet is equipped with a Cirrus Airframe Parachute System and it also features the Safe Return Garmin Emergency Autoland system. Avionics are the touchscreen-controlled Garmin Perspective+ suite.
Vision Jet owners can sign up for services that simplify the operation and management of their jets. Jetstream covers maintenance, database subscriptions, recurrent training, and other services. The Cirrus One program includes financing, insurance, flight training, sales, and full aircraft management.
“We are proud to deliver the 600th Vision Jet,” said Zean Nielsen, CEO of Cirrus. “This achievement not only reflects the commitment from our team, owners, and stakeholders but also our relentless dedication to advancing the personal aviation industry. The Vision Jet has brought jet ownership to a broader audience by redefining what is possible in terms of safety, performance, and ease of operation. As we look to the future, we remain committed to expanding the boundaries of aviation and making flight more accessible for all.”

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.

Cirrus Delivers 600th Vision Jet Since 2016 Entry into Service

An average of seven Vision Jets per month were delivered during the first three quarters of this year

The all-composite Vision Jet is the first and only single-engine jet to receive FAA certification. 

Cirrus Delivers 600th Vision Jet Since 2016 Market Entry

2024 Corporate Aviation Leadership Summit

Hanneke Weitering

Hybrid-electric EL9 airplane only needs 150 feet of runway

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Jessica Reed

News and issues relating to the aerospace industry that are related to the science, engineering and business of flight in space involving civil, industrial and military applications, and similar topics related to flight in the atmosphere of the Earth that are not covered more directly by other AINonline subject channels. In other words, both astronautical and aeronautical subjects, except for those aeronautical topics that are specifically covered elsewhere on this website.

Backlog climbs to $7.8 billion as customer demand remains strong

Textron Aviation Deliveries Sag Due To Strike Impacts

Kerry Lynch

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.

While available inventory was up YOY, it is down over the past six months

Growth in Used Bizjets on Market Shows Signs of Slowing

First full-scale prototype of the hybrid-electric Atea aircraft is "in the production phase"

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Charles Alcock

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 regarding all manner of civil and military rotorcraft and their powerplants, including helicopters, tilt rotors and unmanned air vehicles.

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