Business Aviation
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.
Maintenance and Modifications
Metro Aviation MRO Provider Creates Fixed-wing Division
New division holds its own FAA Part 145 certificate
Safety
Bombardier's Flight Attendant Safety Summit To Return
The second edition will help flight attendants and other aviation professionals expand their safety reach
Cabin Interior and Electronics
SmartSky Lite Approved for King Air B200 through 360
Approval adds thousands of airplanes to the STC approval list
Rotorcraft
Skyryse Bringing Single-control R66 to AirVenture
Flying the fly-by-wire helicopter is much simpler than with traditional controls
Regulations and Government
Learjet Global Circumnavigation Deemed a World Record
The April flight commemorated the 100th anniversary of the first round-the-world flight
Maintenance and Modifications
Dassault Finds Creative Ways to Improve Jet Interior Maintenance and Overhaul Time
Redesigning the seats helps reduce downtime during overhaul and future maintenance
Training and Workforce
Aircare International To Open Las Vegas Training Site
Located in the CAE complex, it overlooks Harry Reid International Airport
FBOs
New China FBO Looks To Meld Bizjets and AAM
The Chengdu facility is positioning itself as a regional air connectivity hub
Maintenance and Modifications
Jets MRO Improves Service by Minimizing Tech Turnover
The Dallas-based maintenance shop has become a desirable workplace
Regulations and Government
Lawmakers Look To Boost FAA Funding
Airport grants would increase to $4 billion in line with the FAA reauthorization bill
FBOs
Modern Aviation To Expand Denver FBO
The move will add more than 53,000 sq ft of hangar space to the complex
Airports
First Situational Awareness Systems Delivered in U.S.
The system captures ADS-B signals from aircraft and ground vehicles
Charter & Fractional
Ferretti Yacht Clients Get Access to Flexjet Fleet
Traveling to and from yachts should get easier for Ferretti's customer base
Accidents
Business Aircraft Accident Reports: July 2024
Preliminary and final accident reports, July 2024
FBOs
Prestwick Aviation Services Specializes in Transatlantic Quick Turns
Providing private aviation handling in golf's home town
Regulations and Government
New Realities of Certification: Manufacturers' Winding Road to Finish Line
Gulfstream, Bell, and Dassault were in the middle of certifications when regulators changed processes
Rotorcraft
Hawaii AC Set To Further Constrain Air Tour Operations
Operators doubtful that new requirements will improve safety
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Airborne Communications Are Coming Down to Earth
More options may eventually lead to lower prices
Maintenance and Modifications
AIN Roundtable—Laying the Groundwork for Maintenance Demand
Industry leaders discuss how to prepare for capacity limitations and for the future of the maintenance sector
Safety
Business Aviation Safety Still Has Room To Grow
Safety management systems could help avoid accidents and incidents, say experts
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Gogo Over-the-air Updates Exceed the 1,000 Mark
Remote updates can reduce upgrade times for the satellite communications system
Training and Workforce
AINsight: How Pilots Can Effectively Talk Aviation Safety to the Big Boss
Be concise but authoritative when communicating safety issues to C-level executives and high-net-worth individuals
FBOs
AEG Connect Adds Four New Network Members
The move expands the global FBO network by five locations on three continents
Rotorcraft
Leonardo Appoints Tokyo Distributor for AW09 Helo
Aero Facility will be responsible for AW09 commercial applications in Japan
Training and Workforce
RateMyCRM Puts Pilots in the Feedback Loop
The software's creator was surprised to learn his leadership skills needed work
FBOs
Bankruptcy Sale Offers Unique KFXE Hangar Opportunity
The offering is a rare opportunity in a tight Florida aviation real estate market
Regulations and Government
FAA Removes Check Pilot Medical Requirement
Rule also eliminates FAA regulatory inconsistencies
Training and Workforce
Dassault Pioneer Jean-François Georges Dies at 83
Georges was passionate about aviation, mountains, and music
