March Madness 2026: The Road Ends in San Antonio

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March Madness 2026: The Road Ends in San Antonio

In March, an energy crackles through sports bars, living rooms, and office break rooms with equal force. We call it March Madness, and the name has never felt like an exaggeration. This year, the madness ends in San Antonio, Texas. For those who prefer their sporting events wrapped in five-star accommodations, world-class dining, and a city worth savoring long after the final horn sounds, San Antonio has plenty to say for itself.

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Snowbirds Escape, KCAC Celebrates and the 80s Are Back

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Snowbirds Escape, KCAC Celebrates and the 80s Are Back

Another blast from the past, along with an anniversary to celebrate: Kansas City Aviation Center (KCAC Aviation) opened its doors in 1966 as a Piper Aircraft dealer. In the six decades since, it has grown into a full-service FBO offering aircraft maintenance, charter operator specializing in PC-12 aircraft, and management services, in addition to aircraft handling. KCAC has been under the same ownership for the past 34 years and appeared on the cover of The Air Charter Guide Winter Edition of 1992-93.

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NBAA Announces Recipients of 2026 International Operators Scholarships

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) today announced the selection of eight recipients of 2026 International Operators Scholarships. The International Operators Scholarship provides recipients with funding and training to pursue professional development within business aviation careers, with a focus on international operations. The scholarship winners are:

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International Operators: NBAA’s Member-Only GA Customs Resource Now Updates in Near-Real Time

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In conjunction with the National Business Aviation Association’s (NBAA’s) highly successful 2026 International Operators Conference (IOC2026), the association unveiled an updated version of a highly valued member-only online resource, especially among companies operating international missions requiring Customs and Border Protection (CBP) services.

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NBAA Welcomes Senate Confirmation of Ryan McCormack to Key DOT Post

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) welcomes the Senate’s confirmation of Ryan McCormack as the Department of Transportation’s (DOT’s) under secretary with responsibility for policy. McCormack was confirmed by the Senate on Feb. 26. He has been serving as deputy chief of staff for Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy since January 2025. 

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Gulfstream G700 Earns Certification in India

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Gulfstream G700 Earns Certification in India

Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has announced that the Gulfstream G700 has been certified by the Government of India’s Office of the Director General of Civil Aviation, clearing the path for customer deliveries in the country. The G700 follows the Gulfstream G600 and Gulfstream G500 India certifications that were received in the second half of last year.

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NBAA Brings a Powerhouse Regional Forum to Miami’s Opa Locka Airport

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Buoyed by blue skies and beautiful weather, the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) kicked off its 2026 regional forum season in spectacular fashion Feb. 25 at Miami-Opa locka Executive Airport (KOPF). The powerhouse event featured a sold-out exhibit floor, a cutting-edge aircraft display and nonstop networking in a region focused on launching an exciting new era in business aviation.

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Operator Spotlight: Revesco Aviation

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Operator Spotlight: Revesco Aviation

Air Charter Guide recently spoke with the team at Revesco Aviation, a premium, owner-operated private jet charter and Fixed Base Operator (FBO) located at Perth Airport (YPPH). Revesco Aviation’s ownership structure fosters a culture of safety, reliability, and service excellence.

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NBAA Welcomes ALERT Act’s Timely and Thoughtful Approach to Strengthening Aviation Safety

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) welcomed comprehensive bipartisan legislation from leaders in the House of Representatives to increase aviation safety by effectively addressing the many key lessons from the tragic January 2025 midair collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to real-world operations in the National Airspace System (NAS). 

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NBAA, NATA Call on FCC to Apply Proven Framework to Safeguard Bizav Amidst Upper C-Band Deployment

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and the National Air Transportation Association (NATA) have urged the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to employ its “emerging technologies framework” to Part 91 and Part 135 operators to ensure business aviation safety, equitable cost allocation and the orderly deployment of Upper C-Band wireless services.

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NBAA Applauds Bill to Bolster Aviation Certification, Supporting American Competitiveness

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) welcomed a bipartisan bill, introduced in both the U.S. House of Representatives and the Senate, which would enhance transparency, predictability and accountability in the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA’s) aircraft type certification process.

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ACASS Onboards MySky Spend, Reinforcing Its Commitment to Financial Transparency and Information Access

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ACASS Onboards MySky Spend, Reinforcing Its Commitment to Financial Transparency and Information Access

ACASS launched the MySky Spend Management platform on January 1, 2026, reinforcing its commitment to technological innovation in business aviation, financial transparency, and client access to information. The initial rollout covered ACASS operations in Canada, with plans to extend the platform to the company’s Irish fleet in the next phase of deployment. The MySky Spend platform enables customized, owner-specific visibility, improved communication flows, and reduced manual processes, allowing teams to operate more efficiently while delivering clearer, more timely insights to customers.

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Charter Spotlight: Private Air

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Charter Spotlight: Private Air

Air Charter Guide recently spoke with Private Air, an air charter operator based in Ontario, Canada. Private Air operates a diverse fleet, including turboprops, light jets, and midsize jets, to serve both urban business corridors and remote northern communities. Their services focus on delivering seamless, flexible, and reliable air travel solutions, catering to a wide range of clients, from business travelers to those seeking leisure destinations.

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Connecting the Northern Hemisphere

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Connecting the Northern Hemisphere

In celebration of our 40th anniversary, we'll be sharing nostalgic flashbacks throughout the year. This month, let’s take a look at how The Air Charter Guide evolved and grew by region while tweaking format and data. On the cover from 1988, we see Chuck Spencer, CEO of HubExpress Airlines, “giving the keys” to Carolyn Moore of the Boston law firm McDermott & Rizzo after The Air Charter Guide donated three hours of helicopter time to a new business user on behalf of one of its advertisers. This edition moved to a “City-Listed Format” while operators like Clay Lacy started to update their fleet and contact information on a regular basis with us. A 1989 cover of The Air Charter Guide notes the addition of “Europe” to the directory, an important next step in the pursuit of the “North Atlantic Route.”

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Awards Season Takes Flight

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Awards Season Takes Flight

The first months of 2026 bring two of the most glamorous nights in entertainment. On February 28th, the music world descends on Manchester's Co-op Live arena for the Brit Awards, marking the first time in the ceremony's history that it leaves London. Two weeks later, on March 15th, Hollywood's elite gather at the iconic Dolby Theatre for the 98th Academy Awards. Whether you're drawn to the energy of British music's biggest celebration or the timeless elegance of cinema's most prestigious evening, both events offer unparalleled opportunities to experience entertainment royalty at its finest.

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Private Jet Travel Down Under

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Private Jet Travel Down Under

Shocking as it may be for those in GenX, this year marks the 40th anniversary of the iconic film “Crocodile Dundee,” which provided the foundation for what many Americans know – or believe they do – about culture in Australia. In the 40 years since, Australia has become well-known around the world as a vacation spot. Tourists may want to avoid Dundee’s tussles with crocodiles, but the water buffalo and kangaroos featured in the film are another matter. Mix that in with thousands of beaches, the Great Barrier Reef and the vast Outback, and you get millions of visitors per year – about 8 million annually as of 2025, against a resident population of about 28 million.

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NBAA Announces Recipients of 2026 Leadership Conference Scholarship

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) announced that the association’s Business Aviation Management Committee has selected two individuals as recipients of its 2026 Leadership Conference Scholarship.

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NBAA Welcomes Strategically Focused Changes to FAA Structure

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National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) President and CEO Ed Bolen welcomes organizational changes that ensure the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is strategically positioned to meet today’s aviation challenges, advance U.S. aviation leadership in the future and bolster the work to enhance safety, the industry’s highest priority.

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Bizav Industry Leaders DeMoor, Swanson Inducted Into NBAA CAM Fellow Program

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The CAM Fellow Program, which was launched in 2024, pays tribute to exceptional individuals who have demonstrated a substantial and ongoing commitment to the business aviation industry and the CAM program’s vision: “Committed to Excellence, Prepared to Lead.” The first fellow class included 19 inductees, and going forward up to two professionals receive the honor each year.

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