General Aviation
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.
Aircraft
Flight ‘Century’ in the Making Takes off This Week
'Century Mission' honors 100th anniversary of global flight
Charter & Fractional
Paragon Aviation Group Partners with NBAA
Partnership aims to generate visibility, sales leads
Safety
NTSB Cautions of Hidden Dangers of Dust Devils
Safety Board cited 170 accidents involving dust devils
Charter & Fractional
Guardian Jet Soars with $2B in Bizjet Sales, New Leadership
22-year-old company had most successful year for new acquisitions
Charter & Fractional
Aircraft Charter and Frax Firm Volato Reports 2023 Loss
Losses attributed to stalled aircraft sales, delivery delays
Environment
Pratt & Whitney, FAA Collaborate To Study Non-CO2 Aircraft Emissions
Project will compare emissions from jet-A and SAF
Training and Workforce
Women’s Aviation Career Symposium Breaks Attendance Records
Conference showcased 130 representatives from aviation industry
Avionics
Avidyne Vantage Upgrade To Add Volume of Work to Dealers
The package includes adapters and harnesses to make installation easier
Training and Workforce
Aerocor Sees 20% Rise in New Eclipse Pilot Training
Company reports a growing number of first-time Eclipse owners
Charter & Fractional
ONEflight Opens New Colorado HQ, Florida Sales Office
Headquarters facility also includes hangar space
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Absolute Aviation Acquires Namibia Aircraft MRO
Deal increases Absolute's footprint in Africa
Training and Workforce
Ron Mumm To Keynote NBAA Int'l Ops Conference
Advocate has extensive military, private industry experience
Charter & Fractional
Private Charter Firm Opul Jets Launches in London
Company has offices in London, UAE, Isle of Man
Charter & Fractional
Citadel Completions Now a Starlink Vendor
Outfitting firm now authorized to sell and install Starlink in business jets
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Stack Aero Partners with FL3XX
The integrated software platform is expected to be available in Q2 2024
Charter & Fractional
NBAA, Cutter Aviation Launch Bizav Advocacy Program
Program will help the association in its advocacy initiatives
Maintenance and Modifications
Duncan Aviation Extends MRO Support to Cargo Drones
Dallas satellite shop performs scheduled and unscheduled work on UAVs
Training and Workforce
People in Aviation
Eviation Aircraft appointed Andre Stein as CEO and Tom Burke joined CHC Helicopter as CEO
Safety
FAA Introduces More Airport Arrival Alert Notices
Arrival Alerts Notices are designed to help avoid pilots from landing on the wrong runway.
Training and Workforce
Leonardo Celebrates Decade of Helicopter Training Academy in Malaysia
In 2023, 450 students completed their training
Fuel
Colorado Proposes Big New Tax on Leaded Avgas
State bill would impose a 50-cent-per-gallon 'impact fee'
Aircraft
'Propel' Highlights Singapore’s Thriving Aerospace Ecosystem
Commemorative book explains the history of Singapore’s aerospace industry
Avionics
Firefighting Radio System Now Available in Latin America
First orders set to ship in six to eight weeks
Training and Workforce
FAA Approves Universal Technical Institute’s A&P Program
The new aviation mechanic program takes 18 months to complete
Engines
Cebu Pacific Ups Orders for Pratt & Whitney GTFs
Cebu Pacific already has 33 GTF-powered A320neo airplanes in service
Aircraft
Singapore To Boost SMEs and Decarbonization
Singapore's government promotes new initiatives at the air show's opening ceremony
Regulations and Government
Canada TSB Issues Safety Advice after Helicopter Crash Investigation
TSB said that loss of visual reference was a factor
Regulations and Government
NBAA Resource Eases CBP Entry Process at GA Airports
Guide compiles information from 300 U.S. general aviation airports with customs services
