FAI rent-a-jet, Germany's leading provider of mission-critical aviation services, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a Bombardier Global 6000 (D-AFAN, MSN 9471). The acquisition was completed just five weeks after the letter of intent (LOI) was signed, showcasing FAI's ability to act swiftly and reliably in aircraft acquisitions.
Read MoreJetstream International Pvt. Ltd., an India-based global aviation trip support company, is pleased to announce its expansion into China, strengthening its presence across the Asia-Pacific region and enhancing its ability to support international operators flying to and from China. China represents an important and growing market for business aviation, cargo operations, charter flights, airlines, and special missions. The expansion enables Jetstream International Pvt. Ltd. to further strengthen its regional network and provide clients with reliable operational support for flights throughout China and across Asia-Pacific.
Read MoreThe National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) applauds the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Ohio’s U.S. senators for recent comments explicitly opposing the closure of Burke Lakefront Airport (KBKL). Following a tour of an FAA air traffic control facility in Oberlin, OH, on Aug. 14, FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford and Sen. Bernie Moreno (R-OH) made abundantly clear that closing Burke Lakefront Airport is not an option, effectively grounding Mayor Justin Bibb’s push to shutter the facility.
Read MoreNOEMI Aerospace has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Philippine seaplane operator Horizon Sun Charters (HSC) for three NOEMI amphibious aircraft, with options for two additional units. The agreement marks NOEMI's entry into the Philippines, an archipelago of 7,641 islands that is naturally suited for amphibious aviation. Many of the country's coastal resorts and island communities are separated by relatively short distances but require combinations of air, road, and boat transport to access.
Read MoreJetstream International Pvt. Ltd., an India-based aviation trip support company, is pleased to announce its expansion into Singapore, strengthening its presence in the Asia-Pacific region and enhancing its ability to support clients operating across Asia and worldwide. The expansion into Singapore represents an important milestone in the growth of Jetstream International Pvt. Ltd. and reflects the company's commitment to being closer to its clients and aviation partners across the region.
Read MoreThe companies shaping the future of global business aviation have chosen MEBAA Show 2026, solidifying the event's position as the Middle East's premier business aviation exhibition and highlighting the region's growing importance within the global aviation industry. Taking place from December 8–10, 2026, at DWC, Dubai Airshow Site, the 11th edition of MEBAA Show will bring together aircraft manufacturers, operators, charter companies, FBOs, MRO providers, and technology innovators from over 100 countries.
Read MoreAviation Services Management (ASM) has expanded its private charter offering by adding another Bombardier Challenger 605 to the ASM Charter fleet, enhancing the company’s long-range private aviation capabilities from Dubai. The aircraft will be operated by ASM AIR under its UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) Air Operator Certificate (AOC). This integration combines ASM Charter’s customer-facing charter services with the operational framework, safety oversight, and regulatory standards of a UAE-certified aircraft operator.
Read MoreNATA (the National Air Transportation Association) congratulates David Cummins on his confirmation and swearing-in as the eighth Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). His focus on the TSA workforce, advanced technology, traveler communication, and evolving drone integration and cyber threats comes at an important time for aviation security.
Read MoreSolairus Aviation, a leading private aviation services provider, has announced an agreement to acquire the Aircraft Management and Charter divisions of Clay Lacy Aviation. Solairus currently manages approximately 360 aircraft from more than 100 base locations across North America, while Clay Lacy manages approximately 140 aircraft. Upon completion of the transaction, Solairus will operate the world’s largest managed fleet, comprising more than 500 aircraft. The company will remain headquartered in Petaluma, California, with offices in Los Angeles and New York.
Read MoreJetstream International Pvt. Ltd. is pleased to announce the availability of its FBO and Ground Handling Services at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (VABB), one of India’s busiest international aviation gateways. Through its trusted network of aviation partners and service providers, Jetstream International Pvt. Ltd. supports business aviation, private jet operators, commercial airlines, cargo operators, government flights, VIP movements, and special missions operating to and from Mumbai.
Read MoreNATA (the National Air Transportation Association) has joined the growing discussion surrounding the future of Burke Lakefront Airport (KBKL), urging a thoughtful, transparent, and fact-based evaluation of the airport's long-term value to Cleveland and the Northeast Ohio region. NATA recognizes public-use airports as strategic infrastructure assets whose value extends well beyond aviation operations. Burke Lakefront Airport exemplifies that role. As the FAA-designated reliever airport for Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (KCLE), it is an integral part of the region's transportation network and the National Airspace System, supporting commerce, emergency response, workforce development, regional connectivity, and the safe and efficient movement of aircraft.
Read MoreRealClean Aircraft Detailing of Connecticut has announced its support for the New England Air Museum in the restoration, preservation, and ongoing care of two significant aircraft in its collection: the museum’s 1954 Martin RB-57A Canberra and Grumman F-14B Tomcat. Working alongside the museum’s restoration team and volunteers, RealClean is providing specialized aircraft cleaning, surface care, and preservation services. These efforts aim to enhance the appearance of the aircraft while protecting their historic exterior surfaces.
Read MoreSC Aviation, Inc. has announced the acquisition of Heartland Aviation, a provider of aircraft management, charter, and maintenance services based in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. This strategic acquisition enhances SC Aviation's presence across western Wisconsin and the Minneapolis–St. Paul region, while bolstering its service capabilities, fleet resources, and customer reach throughout the Upper Midwest.
Read MoreWhen it comes to overall comfort in travel, charter aviation offers one of the best options around. While airline journeys are certainly faster than what cars or even most trains can provide, it also involves early airport arrivals, long lines, complicated security processes, crowded terminals, unexpected delays, narrow seats and all sorts of other inconveniences and frustrations that make flying something to be tolerated rather than enjoyed.
Read MoreAir Charter Guide recently spoke with JetStream International Pvt. Ltd., a global aviation trip support provider headquartered in India. Jetstream International Pvt. Ltd. specializes in delivering 24/7 flight operations services for business aviation, commercial airlines, cargo operators, air ambulance providers, and government flights. Their comprehensive offerings include overflight and landing permits, ground handling coordination, flight planning and dispatch, fuel arrangements, airport slots, aircraft catering, crew accommodation and transportation, FBO coordination, and aircraft charter solutions.
Read MoreRealClean Aircraft Detailing has expanded its interior restoration services across Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey with the addition of professional leather re-dye and reconditioning services. Designed for aircraft owners, operators, flight departments, brokers, and maintenance teams, the new service restores worn, faded, stained, or discolored leather seating and interior surfaces. Instead of replacing serviceable materials, RealClean carefully cleans, prepares, color-matches, re-dyes, and conditions leather to enhance appearance and extend its useful life.
Read MoreThe National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) is thrilled to welcome the return of Christopher J. Rocheleau as the organization’s chief operating officer (COO), after a period of critical service to the country with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
Read MoreThis year’s print edition of The Air Charter Guide celebrates 40 wonderful years of working with the aviation community and seeing the industry grow and evolve non-stop high above the global clouds. We thank all of you for your contributions and making this a successful and meaningful journey! The Air Charter Guide’s 40th anniversary edition features Sim Shain on the front cover and talks about Shain’s career and the beginnings of his air ambulance brokerage firm Paraflight.
Read MoreWhen spring in Victoria arrives with long gold afternoons settling over the Maribyrnong River as the days lengthen toward summer, somewhere in early November, for two minutes on a Tuesday, the entire country stops moving to watch a horse race. This is the particular alchemy that produces the Melbourne Cup. The race has been run at Flemington since 1861, the brainchild of police commissioner Frederick Standish and industrialist Robert Bagot, who wanted a staying event that would draw the finest horses from Australia and beyond.
Read MoreFargo Jet Center proudly announces the completion and delivery of a newly outfitted, dedicated air medical Pilatus PC-12NG to Metro Aviation, the largest privately held, traditional air medical operator in the United States. Metro Aviation will operate the aircraft for Children’s Nebraska, the leading pediatric healthcare provider in the state of Nebraska.
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