NATA and NBAA Join Coalition Supporting a National Pause for General Aviation Safety

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and the National Air Transportation Association (NTAT) have joined more than a dozen aviation associations in the launch of the “National Pause for General Aviation (GA) Safety,” an FAA Safety Team-supported initiative, also backed by the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), which focuses on continually enhancing the safety of GA operations.

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Growth-Oriented Premier Private Jets Acquires New FBO Location in Cincinnati from Wheels Up

Growth-Oriented Premier Private Jets Acquires New FBO Location in Cincinnati from Wheels Up

Premier Private Jets has added its third FBO to serve the Upper Midwest as part of a growth campaign to better serve operators with a growing FBO and MRO network. The FBO is a former Wheels Up facility at KCVG, Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International. KCVG will also operate as an additional support hub for Premier’s charter fleet of light and midsize jets.

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Swiss Private Jet S.A. Renews WYVERN Wingman Certification

Swiss Private Jet S.A. Renews WYVERN Wingman Certification

Swiss Private Jet S.A. has once again secured its certification of WYVERN Wingman Operator by maintaining Wingman status through the Flight Leader Program with quarterly coaching by WYVERN. 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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New Orleans SDC2025 to EBACE in Geneva - Fly On!

New Orleans SDC2025 to EBACE in Geneva - Fly On!

Thanks to NBAA for another insightful and inspiring show in the vibrant city of New Orleans! Hopefully, you were able to start the event by attending the keynote session featuring seven-time Olympic medalist Shannon Miller. Or listened to a few of over 30 education sessions with expert guidance for managing a wide range of priorities inherent to today’s scheduling or dispatching profession. We spoke to many of you and appreciate all of your expertise and input as per usual. Lots going on!

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Charter 101: Gotta Start Somewhere

Charter 101: Gotta Start Somewhere

Everything has to start somewhere – and that includes private jet travel. If you’re mulling over taking the plunge into the charter space, you’ll want to understand private jet pricing, decide between a broker or operator, and then follow the steps to book your maiden voyage. However, even after all that is done, there are some tips and tricks that can ensure you get the most out of flying private. If you’d like more insights, read on.

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Travel Guide: Salzburg Easter Festspiele

Travel Guide: Salzburg Easter Festspiele

Salzburg Easter Festspiele celebrates centuries of artistic expression in a city Hofmannsthal called “the heart of the heart of Europe.” Settled on the Salzach River, Salzburg began as a Celtic settlement and later became the Roman town of Juvavum. Around 700 CE, St. Rupert founded the Benedictine Abbey of St. Peter and the Nonnberg Nunnery, establishing the city’s religious roots. Salzburg was made a bishopric by St. Boniface in 739 and was raised to an archbishopric in 798. The city’s architecture and culture earned it the nickname “the German Rome” due to its blend of Italian Renaissance and Baroque influences.

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NBAA Applauds New Data Security Protections for Business Aircraft Owners

Publicly available, personally identifiable aircraft information has enabled flight-stalking by anyone, anywhere in the world, with any motive. Congress has historically recognized that the situation raises serious concerns regarding passenger security, safety and corporate espionage. In 2024, Congress passed bipartisan legislation reauthorizing the FAA that included language requiring the agency to take steps to bolster the security of information related to aircraft ownership and operations.

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Insight and Inspiration Drive a Powerful 2025 NBAA Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference

The National Business Aviation Association’s (NBAA’s) Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference (SDC) left an indelible mark on the industry’s 2025 event calendar, with unmatched opportunities for networking, learning and sharing new ways to navigate challenges, now and in the future.

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Jet Aviation Launches Staffing Marketplace Integration for Avianis

Jet Aviation Launches Staffing Marketplace Integration for Avianis

Avianis users can now connect to Jet Aviation Staffing Marketplace to create job postings directly from their Avianis profile. As trip details are updated, the system will automatically connect with Staffing Marketplace, allowing candidates to be sourced and details to be viewed simultaneously across both platforms.

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Joy Buoncuore to Be Honored with Prestigious S&D Leadership Award

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) will present longtime scheduler and licensed dispatcher Joy Buoncuore with the Schedulers & Dispatchers (S&D) Outstanding Achievement & Leadership Award at the 2025 Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference (SDC2025), taking place March 25-27 in New Orleans.

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NBAA Recognizes GAMA’s Pete Bunce for Industry Leadership

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) recently honored Pete Bunce, longtime president and CEO of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA), with an award recognizing his decades of industry advocacy and leadership. Bunce will retire next month from GAMA after 20 years at the helm of the group representing general aviation airframe, avionics, powerplant and other original equipment manufacturers.  

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TAG Aviation Counts Down To The Arrival Of The 6X

TAG Aviation Counts Down To The Arrival Of The 6X

TAG Aviation is excited for the arrival of their brand-new Falcon 6X which is currently in Dassault Aviation’s completion facility in Little Rock. This will be the first UK-registered Falcon 6X and will be available for charter. This aircraft type will fit perfectly into an already varied and established charter fleet at TAG. 

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FlyHouse Names Al Mann Chief Safety Officer

"Safety isn’t just about following rules, it’s about building a culture where it’s second nature," said Al Mann. "FlyHouse is pushing private aviation forward, and I’m excited to be part of a team that doesn’t just talk about safety but lives it in every flight, every decision, and every interaction."

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Charter Spotlight: Eleven Aviation

Charter Spotlight: Eleven Aviation

Air Charter Guide recently spoke with Eleven Aviation, an air charter operator based in the Pacific Northwest. Inspired by an exceptional journey, the number "11" signifies a commitment to providing service that transcends expectations: On a scale of 1 to 10, Eleven Aviation strives to be an 11. Their mission is to exceed the highest standards in private aviation, ensuring every interaction reflects their dedication to excellent service.

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Hatt & Associates Promotes Pat Harvey to Vice President of Sales and Market Strategy

Hatt & Associates proudly announces the promotion of Pat Harvey to Vice President of Sales and Market Strategy. A seasoned aviation professional with 20 years of industry experience, a commercial pilot rating, and a Certified Flight Instructor – Instrument (CFII) rating, Pat has been an integral part of Hatt & Associates for several years. His extensive expertise in private jet markets and aircraft transactions has been instrumental in expanding the firm’s reach and capabilities.

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IW Aviation Scoops AC-U-KWIK Prize at ACA Spring Lunch

IW Aviation Scoops AC-U-KWIK Prize at ACA Spring Lunch

Samanda Omanovic, a flight manager at UK-based IW Aviation, was delighted to win a Premium subscription to AC-U-KWIK at the Air Charter Association's spring lunch at London's Guildhall on Thursday, March 20, 2025. The prize was one of several raffle prizes at the event, where numbered tickets are drawn at random at the end of the event.

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Payerne Airport to Host the Swiss Private Jets Show by DZUN for the Second Time

Payerne Airport to Host the Swiss Private Jets Show by DZUN for the Second Time

Yuri Dzun, Speedwings Business SA and swiss aeropole will host the second edition of a one-day event dedicated to business aviation professionals, including a static aircraft display, exhibition stands and extensive networking. The event aims to provide a high-quality setup where industry members can efficiently promote their products and services with a reasonable investment in time and money while achieving great results for their businesses.

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ACL Wins Slot Management Contract at Sydney Airport

ACL Wins Slot Management Contract at Sydney Airport

ACL Asia Pacific, part of the Airport Coordination Limited group, is pleased to confirm its appointment as slot management provider at Australia’s Sydney Airport (YSSY), effective April 1, 2025.  The award follows a competitive process initiated by the Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government.  It is a strategically important win for ACL, introducing a change of slot coordinator in Sydney for the first time.

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NBAA Names 5 Industry Leaders to its Board, Advisory Council

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has announced that FlightAware Founder and BakerVentures CEO Daniel Baker and 4AIR President Kennedy Ricci have been appointed to NBAA’s Board of Directors. Additionally, Clay Lacy Chief Commercial Officer Joe Barber, CAM; Avfuel Corporation Executive Vice President C.R. Sincock, II and Executive Vice President and Managing Director of Aviation at Garmin International Inc. Phil Straub have been named to the association’s Advisory Council.

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