NATA Promotes Alexandra Brendel to Associate Vice President

NATA (National Air Transportation Association) is pleased to announce that Alexandra Brendel has been promoted to Associate Vice President of Member Services and Engagement. In this role, Brendel will lead NATA’s strategic direction of member recruitment, retention, and benefits, while growing initiatives that inspire and shape the next generation of aviation professionals. 

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NBAA’s Updated Management Guide: The Flight Plan for Today’s Workplace Leaders

More than ever, flight departments mirror the business practices of well-managed companies – a reality reflected in the National Business Aviation Association’s (NBAA’s) newly updated Management Guide, the industry’s preeminent source for aviation team leadership, now available exclusively to association members online. 

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2024 Summer Olympics Travel Tips

2024 Summer Olympics Travel Tips

The 2024 Summer Olympics, officially known as the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad, promise to be a spectacular global spectacle. From July 26 to August 11, Paris will once again, for a historic third time after its stints in 1900 and 1924, play host to the pinnacle of athletic prowess and international camaraderie, cementing its legacy alongside London as one of only two cities to have welcomed the Summer Olympics thrice. With a sprawling canvas that extends to 16 other metropolitan cities and an exceptional subsite in Tahiti, Paris 2024 is poised to unfurl a vibrant tapestry of human endeavor, cultural celebration, and sporting excellence.

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Private Jet Centre Set To Be Repositioned As Regional Sustainable Aviation Hub at EGNS

Private Jet Centre Set To Be Repositioned As Regional Sustainable Aviation Hub at EGNS

Work has commenced in earnest at Private Jet Centre, the only dedicated private jet terminal at Ronaldsway Airport, Isle of Man (EGNS), as a private group embarks on plans to modernize and expand the FBO facility – originally built in 2015 – to bring it in line with some of the world’s leading FBO’s. The new flagship private terminal will include new offices and an enhanced business centre which is being developed alongside a 10-bedroom boutique hotel for passengers and crew.  Passengers will additionally have access to a dedicated concierge service.

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NATA Statement on FAA’s Mental Health and Aviation Medical Clearances Rulemaking Committee Recommendations

“NATA appreciates this collaborative effort to unite the aviation industry across all segments to address this vital issue. Many industry leaders’ voices and views were heard from across the globe in developing this comprehensive set of recommendations. As we continue to analyze the data and educate our members, we look forward to enhancing the environment for our workforce by removing barriers and improving trust to keep our skies safe,” said Suz Viljoen, NATA’s Education Success Manager and Mental Health and Aviation Medical Clearances Rulemaking Committee Representative.

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Charter 101: Private Jet Travel in the U.S. vs Europe

Charter 101: Private Jet Travel in the U.S. vs Europe

While private jet travel takes place worldwide, two regions stand out in particular – North America, and Europe. Together, they account for more than nine-tenths of global business jet and turboprop flight activity. Though business aviation flights have more than doubled in South America and Africa since 2019, they’re still dwarfed by the activity in Europe and the U.S.

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From One Continent to the Next!

From One Continent to the Next!

What a week in Fort Worth, Texas! We moved around town to see some sites and were utterly impressed with the Longhorns along the way. No steers to be found at the fabulous Million Air party after a successful first day reconnecting with the ever so hard-working schedulers and dispatchers, who keep us flying across the world. You might have been one of the lucky ones who got their caricature drawn by Bob. Magic! Check out some of his work and models like Gareth Danker from Eurojet. Among our many visitors were Christopher Klüfer from BACC/BACF/Kurz Aviation and Marty Hetherington from Premier Private Jets!  Also, good to see Manny and Maria from Manny’s Logistics and Catering, Graham Coate from First Class Cars, Johan Emmoth from Grafair, and welcome to new advertiser Boyko Todorov from Black Ride.

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Jason Firestone Joins FlyHouse as President of Private Client Group

FlyHouse continues to disrupt the private aviation business and has added Jason Firestone to its team. Firestone, a veteran charter broker and former Vice President of Sales at PRVT, a privately held boutique aviation firm, has joined FlyHouse as President of its Private Client Group.

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NBAA’s Int’l Conference Delivers Unmatched Guidance for Navigating an Increasingly Complex World

An extraordinary lineup of experts unpacked the top considerations inherent in an increasingly complicated global aviation environment for a venue filled with more than 500 professionals at the National Business Aviation Association’s (NBAA’s) International Operators Conference (IOC2024), held in Orlando, FL, from March 26 – 28.

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Heron Aviation Expands its Charter Fleet With a Dassault Falcon 8X

Heron Aviation Expands its Charter Fleet With a Dassault Falcon 8X

Heron Aviation is proud to announce the growth of its fleet with the addition of a Dassault Falcon 8X. This brand-new ultra-long-range aircraft with the registration D-ALDG will fly under EASA OPS as well as under the Heron Aviation AOC. The aircraft thus strengthens the growing Heron fleet and is now the fourth aircraft from the manufacturer Dassault.

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ALOFT AeroArchitects To Equip Private Boeing Business Jet Aircraft With Eutelsat OneWeb’s Leo Satellite Connectivity Service

ALOFT AeroArchitects To Equip Private Boeing Business Jet Aircraft With Eutelsat OneWeb’s Leo Satellite Connectivity Service

Eutelsat Group announces that ALOFT AeroArchitects, the Boeing Business Jet (BBJ) experts, has selected Eutelsat OneWeb to deliver high-speed, low-latency broadband connectivity for the ultimate passenger experience aboard their client’s aircraft. Under the agreement, ALOFT will equip a private BBJ aircraft with Eutelsat OneWeb’s revolutionary LEO satellite connectivity service.

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NBAA Announces Recipients of 2024 International Operators Scholarships

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has announced the recipients of 2024 International Operators Scholarships. The International Operators Scholarship provides recipients with funding to pursue professional development within business aviation careers, with a focus on international operations. There were record donations this year for the committee to support winners.

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Guardian Jet Achieves 2B+ and Announces Key Leadership Changes

Guardian Jet, the world's largest aircraft brokerage and consulting firm, soared above a flattening market to achieve record-breaking sales exceeding $2 billion in 2023. At the same time, the company experienced unprecedented growth in its consulting services, marking its most successful year for new aircraft acquisitions in its 22-year history.

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FlyHouse Kicks Off Q1 With a Busy Start, Expanding Their Growing Fleet With Three Additional Aircraft

FlyHouse has announced the acquisition of three managed aircraft: a GV, Hawker 800XPI, and Hawker 850XP. These additions mark a major milestone in FlyHouse’s expansion, enabling them to offer their clients a wider range of aircraft and meet their growing demand for charter. 

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Falcon 6X Makes Debut at Macau FBO, Handled by TAG Macau FBO

Falcon 6X Makes Debut at Macau FBO, Handled by TAG Macau FBO

TAG Macau FBO is thrilled to announce the successful arrival of the Falcon 6X at Macau FBO and the opportunity to handle this state-of-the-art aircraft. The Falcon 6X, recently certified by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), marks a new era in business aviation with its cutting-edge technology and exceptional performance.

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Aviation-Labor Coalition Warns of Harm from Tax Proposals Targeting Business Aviation

A diverse coalition of aviation and labor organizations joined in opposing proposals in the Biden Administration's fiscal year 2025 budget and regulatory changes that single out business aviation. The groups’ March 14 letter was sent to U.S. Senate Committee on Finance Chairman Ron Wyden (D-OR) and Ranking Member Mike Crapo (R-ID), and U.S. House Committee on Ways and Means Chairman Jason Smith (R-8-MO) and Ranking Member Richard Neal (D-1-MA).

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