2024 Corporate Aviation Leadership Summit

Charles Alcock

There were no survivors among the  224 people on board the flight from Sharm el-Sheikh to St Petersburg.

Investigators Probe Midair Breakup of Metrojet A321 Over Sinai

Mark Huber

Prototype 2 of the civil tiltrotor went down during a routine test flight. 

AW609 Prototype Crashes in Italy, Killing Both Pilots

AIN Staff

Korean Air has devised an alternative to the Boeing Unmanned Little Bird.

New Unmanned Version of MD 500 Displayed in Korea 

Chris Pocock

The U.S. may place more “boots on the ground’, included much-needed joint tactical air controllers.

Faltering Campaign Against ISIL May Be Boosted

Gregory Polek

Plans to add assembly line in Hamburg to accommodate hike 

Airbus To Boost A320 Rate to 60 a Month in Mid-2019

Chad Trautvetter

Company lost $4.9 billion in the third quarter, part of it a $1.2 billion writedown for the Learjet 85 program.

Learjet 85 Axed; Bombardier Bizjet Deliveries Flat

Kerry Lynch

Budget deal would avert December shutdown, keeping agencies such as the FAA running, groups say.

Aviation Groups Back U.S. Budget Deal

Bill Carey

Supplemented by several federal agencies, the group is tasked with developing recommendations for the drone registry in three weeks.

FAA Names Members of National Drone Registry Task Force

The initial meeting discussed improving communications, streamlined procedures and consistency

GA Customs Group Gets Under Way

The runaway airship was one of two aerostats comprising the Joint Land Attack Cruise Missile Defense Elevated Netted Sensor system.

U.S. Army Aerostat Escapes Mooring Station, Causes Havoc

European airframer sees Chinese industrial ties paying dividends while U.S. manufacturer profits from strong connection with El Al

Airbus, Boeing Ink Major New Orders

James Wynbrandt

Company founder Paul Touw (who also founded Ariba and XOJet) sees big growth in DIY bookings.

Stellar To Launch B2C Charter Platform at NBAA

Rob Finfrock

French accident investigators determined that the nosegear was pointed to the left after a hard touchdown.

Uncommanded Nosegear Steering a Factor in GIV Crash

Bombardier to get $1 billion cash injection

Quebec Government Throws Lifeline to CSeries

Jennifer Meszaros

Dense haze puts a dent in airline operations across Southeast Asia

Garuda Turns In Strong Performance Despite Lingering Haze

Curt Epstein

The Westchester County, New York-based business aviation industry charity has been helping cancer patients for nearly 35 years.

Corporate Angel Network Hits Milestone Patient Flight

GAMA, AIA urge "pathway" to enact bill.

Ex-Im Moves to Senate after House Vote

Which Aircraft Will Fly at the 2015 Dubai Airshow?

Deliveries also soared, with 43 jets (31 large-cabin, 12 midsize) handed over versus 31 aircraft (25 large, six midsize) in the same period last year.

Gulfstream Aerospace Climbs Ever Higher in 3Q

Bombardier is believed to be preparing for a $4 billion write down of both the CSeries and Learjet 85 as the Quebec government agrees to help.

Reports: BBD To Receive CSeries Bailout, Shelve Lear 85

Plans call for operations to start by mid-2018

GE To Build CMC Raw Materials Plants in Alabama 

The leading U.S. carrier said A4A has not supported it on key issues, including Big 3 carriers' subsidy dispute with Persian Gulf airlines.

Delta To Quit Airline Trade Group A4A Over Policy Disputes

The service chose Northrop Grumman over the team of Boeing and Lockheed Martin to build up to 100 Long Range-Strike Bombers.

U.S. Air Force Taps Northrop Grumman To Build New Bomber

The Epic and UVAir FBO Network branded location is expected to begin operations next summer.

Construction Begins on New Toronto FBO

Task force has until November 20 to recommend a registry framework.

AOPA, NBAA Join UAS Registry Task Force

Under the agreement, TAG Aviation Europe is exclusive air charter sales agent for Bromma’s two Falcon 7Xs.

TAG Aviation Forms Alliance with Bromma Business Jet

Company to offer sales, training and service for Eclipse parent company One Aviation in the Asian country.

Jinggong Named Eclipse 550 Distributor for China

Chris Kjelgaard

Healthy market prompts talks with several potential investors

U.S. Lessor Seeks To Create 100-Aircraft Twin Otter Portfolio

Textron Aviation delivered 37 Citations and 29 King Airs during the quarter, compared with 33 Citations and 30 King Airs a year ago.

With Deliveries Up, Cessna Preps for Longitude's NBAA Debut

Data will now be analyzed and form the basis of a safety case report to be presented to the FAA for approval to move to phase two—active traffic control.

Leesburg Remote Tower Demo Ends Data-gathering Phase

Qatar Airways Airbus A350 XWB Airliner Expected to Impress at Dubai Air Show

The train service, which costs £6 each way and runs every 30 minutes, whisks passengers to the “heart of the city” in just under one hour.

Train Service Speeds Oxford Airport to London Transfer

Japan's Air Self-Defense Force plans to acquire three of the Boeing 767-based aerial refueling tankers.

Japan Will Be First International Customer for Boeing KC-46A

David A. Lombardo

The reworded guidance makes it clear that each new or used part must have an FAA Form 8130-3.

ARSA To Hold Meeting on Changes to U.S.-EU Mx Guidance

Shell Aviation's exclusive aviation fuel distributor announces four new members have joined its Shell-branded dealer network

Eastern Aviation Fuels Boosts Its Ranks

Thierry Dubois

Both French pilots were under legal supervision, awaiting an appeals trial after they were sentenced to 20 years in jail.

'Air Cocaine' Pilots Flee Dominican Republic

The transaction will allow Europe-based aircraft management and charter group Luxaviation to expand into the Chinese market.

China Minsheng Investment Set To Take Stake in Luxaviation

The first flight of the new heavy-lift helicopter was delayed from last year by issues with its gearbox and other technical challenges.

Marines' CH-53K King Stallion Takes to the Air for First Flight

The 22,000-sq-ft facility, subleased from Signature Flight Support, will offer “extensive” aircraft service for all Pilatus aircraft.

Tempus To Open Pilatus Mx Center at Scottsdale

The new systems give passengers Internet access and the ability to watch the latest TV shows and movies.

StandardAero Installs Hawker 800XP Gogo Router, Server

The administrator still has no timeline for rule's release, but GAMA is encouraged that proposal is "moving through the system."

FAA Seeks To 'Shorten Time Frames' on Part 23 Rewrite

The new site promises easier accessible information for customers and job seekers alike. 

Duncan Releases New Website

Newly formed group, which operates a combined 117 helicopters, brings Mont Blanc Hélicoptères and Hélicoptères de France under the same banner.

French Helicopter Operators Consolidate Further

Integration of FMS and Fans resulted from a partnership between Gulfstream and Honeywell.

Gulfstream Offers GV Fans 1/A+ Upgrade

Forecast from industry analyst Brian Foley predicts the delivery of 8,594 business jets worth $238B over the next decade.

Analyst Predicts More Bizjet Shipments, Lower Values

Duncan's Hilkemann becomes chair as GAMA adds new membership category and reaches record number of members.

 Duncan CEO Takes Over as GAMA Chair

Fees were never intended to cover U.S. GA operations, Caribbean Flying Adventures Owner Jim Parker maintains.

FAA Urged to Halt Genav International Overflight Fees

Beechjet 400A/Hawker 400XP refurbs include Garmin 5000 avionics.

Elliott Aviation Announces 400E Program

The Low Altitude Traffic and Airspace Safety system is being assessed by the FAA and NASA's Unmanned Aerial System Traffic Management program.

Industry Partners Test Drone Airspace Management System

Neelam Mathews

Expansion plans call for current complement of 100 airplanes to increase to 154 by March 2018

IndiGo IPO Expected To Raise $465 Million

German government pledges to keep agreements in place until January 15

Etihad Wins Injunction to Continue Air Berlin Code Share Flights

Potential engine and radar suppliers showed their wares. New Korean unmanned helicopter and fixed-wing programs were also displayed.

Korean Show Highlights KF-X Fighter Project

Both engines flamed out although usable fuel remained in the main tank of the Airbus Helicopters light twin.

Glasgow Police EC135 Crew Didn't React To Fuel Warnings

Lockheed Martin is developing the 'Viper' configuration F-16 for Taiwan and potentially other countries, including the United States.

First F-16V Developed for Taiwan Requirement Takes Flight

NJASAP negotiating committee tells pilots, "no money was left on the table."

NetJets Contract Would Average 28% Pay Boost

Files injunction in German court to continue services to 29 destinations  

Etihad Goes To Court To Maintain Air Berlin Code-share Flights

The Massive Airbus A380 Shows off Agile Flying at Paris Air Show 2015

Japanese regional jet now scheduled to take to the air during week of November 9

Rudder Pedal Glitch Delays MRJ First Flight

The service plans to soon award an engineering and manufacturing development contract for the secretive Long Range Strike-Bomber.

U.S. Air Force is 'Very Close' to Selecting Bomber Contractor

As it is forced out of its FBO operation, Stevens Aviation says it will also move its MRO facility at Greenville-Spartainburg International Airport.

Stevens To Consolidate S.C. MRO Activity at Donaldson

Charter flights are available daily or hourly and include shuttle flights to all Chicago-area airports and local and regional golf courses.

Chicago Helitour Company Branches into Air Charter

The upgrade, which is FAA approved, includes ADS-B OUT, Fans 1/A and LPV.

Next-gen Avionics Upgrade Offered for Falcon 900A/B

Like other operators of the NH-90 series helicopters, the Australians have experienced capability delays and maintainability problems.

Australian MRH-90 Helicopter Problems Aired

US company also reported service entry of the Extended Range Reaper, and a new US Army order for Gray Eagles

GA-ASI Describes Progress Toward Certifying the Reaper 

Richard Pedicini

Under a legal cooperation treaty, the sentence of three years, one month and 10 days would be served in the U.S.

Brazil Sentence Final for Legacy Midair Pilots

The Irish rotorcraft financing company has added two financial institutions to its stable of lenders.

Waypoint Leasing Deepens Its Funding Pool

The carrier's management team is 'fully capable,' acting CEO Brett Hart told analysts and reporters in a conference call.

United's Interim Leadership Stays Course on Improvements

Gordon Gilbert

 Registered as N153RW, the single-engine turboprop was substantially damaged in the accident, which occurred in day VMC.

Quest Kodiak 100 Substantially Damaged in Takeoff Crash

FAA Administrator Huerta said trials in Newark and Memphis "are delivering great results."

Huerta: Data Comm Remains on Track for Expansion Next Year

Guillaume Lecompte-Boinet

When the 5X rolled out in June, its first flight was pegged for September, but the new twinjet has yet to fly. 

Falcon 5X Timing Still Unclear, as New Engine Issue Surfaces

Huerta, Fallin to address business aviation community as Washington debates future structure of agency.

NBAA Adds Huerta, Fallin to Convention Speakers Slate

Insists production rate will not fall below seven per month during transition to 777X

Boeing’s Muilenburg Rebuts Talk of Widebody Bubble

FAA is moving toward a risk-based oversight approach for its ODA program in face of criticism for lacking effective staffing, risk-based models.

DOT IG Finds FAA Oversight Lacking

Spotlight on the Gulfstream G280 Business Jet Cabin Interior

Over the past two years, the Phenom 300 has been the most delivered business jet in the world and is on pace to do so again this year.

Embraer Hands Over 300th Phenom 300

Matt Thurber

The FAA will allow aircraft owners and operators to delay installation of a rule-compliant GPS/GNSS sensor to meet ADS-B Out equipage requirements.

Exemption Available for Part of ADS-B Out Requirements

The new Corporate Membership card gives companies greater flexibility in their flight options.

Magellan Launches New Corporate Membership Jet Card

CGAMEC signs deal to use the company's Envision software to manage its MRO operations.

Rusada Signs First Contract in Mainland China 

The online resource provides guidance on application process, eligibility, types of designators and what might be acceptable.

NBAA Resource Guides on Aircraft Callsign Application

The company has Unlimited Airframe and Limited Engine ratings.

FAA Approves Dumont Aviation as Part 145 Facility

Business aircraft market still depends on North America for growth, as emerging markets continue to disappoint.

Jetcraft Forecasts Moderate Bizjet Market Growth

The company recently installed a soft-media paint removal system.

PAC International Provides Greener Paint Refurbishments

Long known as a charter provider, Talon Air has now entered the FBO arena.

Long Island Republic Airport Gets Third FBO

The company has added field service reps in Vancouver and Singapore.

StandardAero Expands PT6 Field Service 

Argus adds five executives to its sales, customer support and development and analysis teams.

Argus Eyes International Growth with New Hires

The plan to enact rules for registration of drones will open a huge can of worms.

AIN Blog: Here Come the Drone Police

Draft document outlines means for operators to obtain initial operational RVSM authorization or amend an existing operational authorization.

Draft Advisory Circular Updates RVSM Approval Guidance

The idea is to be able to show aircraft owners in one place all the options for avionics upgrades, including the option of quality used avionics. 

Avionics Source Aims To Serve Consumers, Industry

Eclipse team has been working  to finish adding promised equipment and upgrades to the aircraft and providing quality service to its far-flung fleet.

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