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
Western Aircraft Now Advent eABS Brake Dealer
The world's largest PIlatus PC-12 distributor can now sell and install the snti-skid braking system
FBOs
Landmark's Absorption Highlights 2016's FBO News
With the purchase of its largest rival, BBA Aviation subsidiary Signature Flight Support boosted its network to more than 200 locations worldwide.
Charter & Fractional
PrivateFly Predicts More Change for Charter Market in 2017
Online charter booking company sees more demand for long-haul flights and new customers entering market.
Regulations and Government
New FAR Part 23 Results in Changes to Parts 91 and 135
The rule requires changes be made to some requirements under Parts 91 and 135 to align pilot operating rules with the new Part 23 airplane rules.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Cal. Ruling Frees Some For-sale Jets from Property Taxes
There are specific requirements for the exemption, including entering into a listing agreement that transfers care, custody and control of the aircraft.
Avionics
Max-Viz 1200 EVS Gets DO-160G Approval
The EVS display enables pilots to see when flying day or night in smoke, haze and light fog.
Safety
AviationManuals Hits Client Milestone
As it grows, the document preparation specialist says it can pass savings along to its customers.
Maintenance and Modifications
Aero-Dienst Defends Its Bombardier Mx Crown
Last year's winner of Bombardier's annual Authorized Service Facility Excellence Award has been recognized once again.
FBOs
Wisconsin FBO Under New Management
Spring City Aviation announced the acquisition of Gran-Aire, which provided services at Milwaukee Timmerman Airport for more than 70 years.
Year in Review: BBJ, Quest Undergo Management Changes
BBJ, Marenco Swisshelicopter, Quest, Piaggio and Mooney all announced changes at helm in 2016, as did NATA, CAN and NAA.
Regulations and Government
2016 Year in Review: A Short-term FAA Bill Resets the Debate on ATC Reform
ATC reform remains a high priority for House Transportation and Infrastructure chairman Bill Shuster (R-Pa.).
Rotorcraft
HEMS Industry Getting Safer
The helicopter EMS industry is reducing the number of accidents and fatalities.
Regulations and Government
IBAC Elects India's Sudhir Nayak as New Treasurer
Sudhir Nayak is the first Indian to serve on the board of IBAC.
CAN Celebrates 35-Year History
Safe Flight hosted the first flight, carrying a 22-year-old bone cancer patient home on December 22, 1981.
Regulations and Government
EASA: Wind Shear Rules Should Stay As Is
ICAO had recommended that all turbine airplanes in excess of 12,500 pounds mtow be equipped with a wind shear warning system.
Safety
FAA Warns of Accidental Control Knob Selections
The agency noted that pilots are inadvertently changing selections of concentrically centered knobs with some regularity.
Avionics
Aspen Gets FAA OK for Evolution with Garmin Transponder
The integration will clear enable access to weather and traffic information on the Aspen displays.
Charter & Fractional
Jet Linx Ends 2016 with Jump in Fleet, Ops
The company nearly doubled employment and its fleet swelled by nearly 65 percent in 2016.
Maintenance and Modifications
Field Aviation Partners on Challenger 605 Special Mission Mod
The company, which has been in operation since 1947, has extensive experience in modifying a wide range of civil aircraft for special purposes.
FBOs
Trenton Airport Gets New FBO
Established by a charter provider with more than 30 years of experience, FlightServ promises customers a personalized experience.
AIN Blog: Drone Year Retrospective, Uncertain Karma
There were fits and starts with both consumer and commercial drones as the FAA's Part 107 regulation brought much needed definition.
Maintenance and Modifications
Jet Aviation Vienna Adds To Bombardier Authorizations
In addition to the Bombardier Challenger 350 and Global family, the location now adds line maintenance for the advanced Challenger 600 series.
Avionics
Vector Earns EASA Nod for ADS-B Solution
The system is intended for the the Airbus Helicopters AS332, Leonardo Helicopters AW139, and the Sikorsky S-76 series.
Regulations and Government
Industry Panel Recommends TFR Improvements
The current TFR format can be confusing and lead to violations, AOPA said.
Charter & Fractional
HondaJet Entering Charter Service with Cutter Aviation
Cutter added two of the aircraft to its charter certificate.
Aircraft
China's Wanfeng Takes Control Of Diamond Canada
Production of the DA62 and DA40 models to move from Austria to Canada, and there may be fresh investment in the D-Jet program.
Rotorcraft
Bell 505 Wins Transport Canada Nod
Bell Holds More than 400 Letters of Intent from 505 customers.
ATC
Sesar Technology Demonstration Program Deemed a Success
The two-year project, led by NetJets Europe, saw more than 360 successful trial flights In Europe.
Santa Monica Mayor: City Committed to Replacing FBOs
Mayor Tony Vazquez said he was not surprised by the FAA cease-and-desist order, but will continue to run services at SMO.
Regulations and Government
EASA To Move Ahead on TAWS Requirement
The mandate applies to newly manufactured, commercially-operated turbine planes weighing less than 12,500 pounds.
