Gama Aviation’s Sharjah FBO Breaks Passenger Records in 2024

Gama Aviation’s Sharjah FBO Breaks Passenger Records in 2024

Gama Aviation, a global leader in business aviation services, has announced record passenger numbers for 2024, 10 years since opening its Fixed Base Operation (FBO) in Sharjah. And, as this achievement reinforces Gama Aviation’s strong growth in the sector, such a milestone highlights the increasing demand for premium private aviation services. It aligns with the brand’s continued investment in its FBO network.

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NBAA’s Powerful Aircraft Transactions Workshop Sets the Standard for Value in a Specialized Sector

In an increasingly complex business aircraft transactions environment, the recent National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Aircraft Transactions Workshop provided an essential venue to gather dozens of top panelists and attendees, representing hundreds of clients and decades of experience, to simplify the often-complicated worlds of finance, insurance, purchase agreements and more. 

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NATA Partner+ Expands Safety-focused Offerings with Aviation Safety Solutions

The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) is proud to welcome Aviation Safety Solutions (AvSafety) to its Partner+ program, expanding safety-focused offerings for NATA members. Aviation Safety Solutions (AvSafety) is a premier provider of Safety Management System (SMS) expertise dedicated to elevating safety and compliance across the aviation industry.

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flyExclusive Reaches Definitive Agreement to Acquire Jet.AI Aviation Business in an All-Stock Transaction

flyExclusive Inc. (NYSE American: FLYX), a publicly traded provider of premium jet charter experiences, has entered a definitive agreement to acquire the aviation business of Jet.AI Inc. (NASDAQ: JTAI), an innovative private aviation and artificial intelligence company. flyExclusive will acquire the business in conjunction with Jet.AI’s focus on being a pure-play AI solutions company.

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NBAA Announces Recipients of 2025 International Operators Scholarships

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has announced the selection of five recipients of 2025 International Operators Scholarships. The scholarships provide recipients with funding to pursue professional development within business aviation careers, with a focus on international operations. There were a record number of donations this year for the committee to support scholarships recipients.

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Elfly Welcomes Dr. Susan Ying to its Board of Directors

Elfly Welcomes Dr. Susan Ying to its Board of Directors

At the Future Opportunities for Seaplanes & Amphibious Aviation Conference, Norwegian aerospace innovator Elfly Group proudly announced the appointment of Dr. Susan Ying to its Board of Directors. Dr. Ying is a globally recognized leader in aerospace innovation and sustainability, with over 40 years of experience including NASA, Boeing, COMAC and the Aerospace Technology Working Group.

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VIP-Fly to offer VIP Meet and Assist and Concierge Services at Manchester Airport

VIP-Fly to offer VIP Meet and Assist and Concierge Services at Manchester Airport

VIP-Fly, a leading airport concierge specialist, is expanding its footprint in the UK with the commencement of premium VIP meet and assist and services at Manchester Airport, effective immediately. Travelers flying on commercial airlines can now enjoy a seamless, luxurious, stress-free airport experience through all the terminals.

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Aviation Coalition Underscores Commitment to Safety

NBAA and NATA have joined with dozens of aviation stakeholders in underscoring a united commitment to safety in the wake last week’s tragic loss of the passengers and crews of Flight 5342, PAT 25 and Med Jets Flight 056. “The entire aviation community is united in our grief and our commitment to taking action to ensure accidents like these never happen again,” the stakeholders wrote in a statement. “We never take safety for granted, and we never will.”

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Dazzling Leadership Conference Kicks Off NBAA’s Powerful 2025 Event Calendar

Industry leaders from every facet of business aviation were engaged, informed and inspired by a peerless lineup of speakers, development tools and networking opportunities at the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA’s) 2025 Leadership Conference. The much-anticipated event, which took place in Amelia Island, FL, Jan. 27-30, set the tone for an impactful year in business aviation.

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NBAA Issues Statement on Pause for Canada and Mexico Tariffs

“As with the pandemic, NBAA has concerns regarding tariffs, or anything else that could disrupt the industry’s unique supply chain, and the jobs, economic growth, manufacturing leadership and innovative edge that depend on it. We welcome the administration’s decision to pause the tariffs on Canada and Mexico, so that their implications can be fully understood. Equally important, we look forward to working with the administration on policies that foster the growth of industries, including business aviation, that are key to preserving our nation’s strength in the global arena.”

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SC Aviation Renews WYVERN Wingman Certification

SC Aviation Renews WYVERN Wingman Certification

SC Aviation Inc. has once again earned and renewed its designation of WYVERN Wingman Operator following a successful audit, conducted by WYVERN late last year. The WYVERN Wingman Standard, the first air charter audit standard in the aviation industry, provides a safety benchmark that allows air charter customers to assess performance expectations against recognized industry best operating practices before purchasing air charter services.

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BAAFEX and Singapore Airshow: A Major Milestone in Aerospace Innovation

BAAFEX and Singapore Airshow: A Major Milestone in Aerospace Innovation

The aviation and aerospace industries are continuously evolving, with significant events marking their growth and transformation. One such event that has garnered global attention in the past is the Singapore Airshow, a key platform for the latest in aviation technology, industry insights, and networking opportunities. With a clear focus on both commercial and business aviation sectors, the organizers have now added another show in partnership with the Asian Business Aviation Association (AsBAA).

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Rio de Janeiro: Where Sun, Style, and Samba Collide

Rio de Janeiro: Where Sun, Style, and Samba Collide

If the biting cold across the US has you craving sandy shores, sun-soaked skies, and a city as vibrant as its culture, then it’s time to tell the pilot you’re going to Brazil’s legendary seaside metropolis. Rio—affectionately known as the Marvelous City—feels like carnival all year round, from its mosaic-tiled sidewalks and glittering waterfront to the perpetual beat of samba echoing through its streets.

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Cargo Charter: Moving (Stuff) Right Along

Cargo Charter: Moving (Stuff) Right Along

When discussing charter aviation, people are typically the main focus. Whether they want to see a significant other play in the Super Bowl, jaunt to the Caribbean to escape from the snow, or spend some quality time as a family, living passengers serve as the face of private jet travel. However, people aren’t the only entities moving by air. According to the International Air Transport Association, more than $8 trillion in goods are transported by air each year, making up about one-third of all world trade. While ships and trucks definitely play a role in getting cargo from origin to destination, delivery by air makes a just-in-time global economy possible.

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NBAA Welcomes Chris Rocheleau’s Selection as FAA Acting Administrator at a Critical Time

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) welcomes the announcement made by President Donald Trump, that Chris Rocheleau has been appointed acting administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), as the agency responds to the Jan. 29 midair collision between American Eagle Flight 5342 and an Army Black Hawk helicopter near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).

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NBAA Issues Statement Regarding Tragic Jan. 29 Midair Collision Over the Potomac River

“As part of the aviation community, NBAA and its members feel this loss deeply. Our hearts break for all those involved in this unspeakable tragedy, and our prayers are with their families, loved ones and friends. We extend our profound gratitude for the heroic first responders who worked through the night in high winds and ice to support the rescue effort.”

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Premier Private Jets Acquires ASI's FBO at KDAY

Premier Private Jets Acquires ASI's FBO at KDAY

ASI has been serving business aircraft at Dayton for 67 years, earning the trust and appreciation of aircraft operators across the country. The FBO has hangar and office space of 20,000 square feet and 195,000 square feet of ramp space, allowing it to handle the largest private aircraft. As it did with its major MRO facility on the field, Premier will preserve employment for the very capable ASI team, which will continue to be led by General Manager Matthew Spaugy.

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