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.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Gogo Releases Galileo Pricing, Begins Flight Testing
Galileo service on the Eutelsat OneWeb satellite constellation is set to begin later this year
Safety
NTSB Safety Alerts Emphasizes Proper Use of Aircraft Deicing Systems
Pilots told not to wait for ice accumulation before turning on deicing systems
Charter & Fractional
Airshare Expands Frax, Jet Card Service Areas to Lower 48
Surge in West Coast flights prompted expansion
Rotorcraft
Sasemar Awards Another 5-year SAR Contract to Avincis
The Avincis fleet used for the SAR contract includes Leonardo AW139s and Airbus H225s
Aircraft
NBAA To Honor Hundreds for Safe Flying
NBAA's Flying Safety Program highlights professionalism and culture
Charter & Fractional
Air Charter Industry Faces Struggle To Close Skills Gap
Industry leader says companies face struggle to recruit new generation
Charter & Fractional
Luxaviation Grows UK Fleet as Owner Opts for Global 6000
Client adds long-range jet to supplement existing Embraer Phenom 300
Aircraft
GAMA: Bizjet Deliveries, Billings Up in First-half 2024
Turboprop segment saw slight decline, but business jet shipments rose 9% YOY
Avionics
OpsGroup Releases GPS Spoofing Workgroup Report
A team of more than 950 people spent six weeks developing the report
Aircraft
Bombardier Provides Base for Learjet Restoration Project
New agreement will give the project a long-term home
Rotorcraft
Avincis Wins Spanish Maritime Search-and-rescue Contract
Portuguese operator has supported its Spanish client for more than 30 years
Safety
NTSB Urges Twin-piston Pilots To Prep for Engine Loss
NTSB said pilots must feather props in partial engine loss before the spinner slows too much
Charter & Fractional
Desert Jet Sells Aircraft Charter Management Division
The company leaves its roots as an aircraft operator
Aircraft
Business Aviation Flying Sees Gain in August
More declines expected in North America and Europe in September 2024
Environment
Business Aviation Groups Seek European Leaders' Support
EBAA and GAMA publish joint manifesto on European business aviation policy
Rotorcraft
Petroleum Air Expands Leonardo Helo Mx Capabilities
Egypt-based company is expanding in the Red Sea and Mediterranean
Accidents
No Solid Clues Why Citation Didn’t Climb before Crash
Witness said the engines didn't sound normal on takeoff
Rotorcraft
Robinson Doubles Service Life on a Dozen R66 Helo Parts
Life extension will lower R66 helicopter operating costs by 6%
ATC
FCG OPS Adds Real-time Monitoring to Flight Services
Upgrades will be rolled out through the company's trip-support network
Rotorcraft
Bell Delivers Custom 505 to Brazil Auto Dealer
Helicopter's paint scheme matches that of the owner's Lamborghini Aventador
Training and Workforce
Wilson Leach Among Slate of Honorees at NAA Fall Awards
NAA is bringing back its Fall Awards event
Charter & Fractional
Proposed Part 380 Changes Continues To Divide Industry
Stratos Jet chief calls for increased security regs
Maintenance and Modifications
New Ontic Investors Added, CVC Renews Investment
Plans call for continued growth to support OEMs' non-core aircraft
ATC
AOPA Objects to Possible Florida Airport Landing Fees
The automated fees could start appearing next month
Aircraft
Bombardier Prepared for Stable Deliveries of 150+ Jets Per Year
Company says pricing remains strong and delivery mix will be balanced
Environment
Avflight To Offer SAF at Arizona FBO
It is the chain's first location to carry continuous supplies of SAF
FBOs
Sweet Aviation Acquires FBO at Indiana's Goshen Airport
Move gives the company two FBOs and expands its presence at KGSH
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Light Airplane Flyers Report Cheaper Starlink Success
Even a light jet owner claims to be running the low-cost version of the SpaceX satcom
Charter & Fractional
Wheels Up Boosts Benefits for Members in U.S. and Europe
Improved terms apply for members committing to at least $500,000 in pre-funded flights
Accidents
Flap Setting May Have Been Missed in Runway Excursion
Aircraft sustained damage but the two pilots onboard were not injured in mishap at Colorado airport
