Brown Is Beautiful - Zeppelins in the Air

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Brown Is Beautiful - Zeppelins in the Air

Our blast-from-the-past cover features UPS. In the foreword of the 1996/97 winter edition of The Air Charter Guide, founder Fred Gevalt writes: ”Never mind that carriers sport paint schemes that like travelogues or airborne popsicles, chocolate airplanes will soon decorate airline ramps at America’s watering holes as UPS Airlines follows its strategic business plan. Tailored for ambidextrous use, five of UPS’ fleet of 727-100’s will spend the workweek hauling brown cardboard packages and the weekend chartering passengers for cruise lines and vacation tour operators.” The concept didn’t last long, but it demonstrates how flexible our industry has been for an ever-moving market. As the world and demands change for our aviation community, we find a constant in UPS: still moving our goods, and brown is still beautiful.

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Jetstream International Pvt. Ltd. Successfully Completes Gulfstream G650ER Ground Handling Operation at VGHS

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Jetstream International Pvt. Ltd. Successfully Completes Gulfstream G650ER Ground Handling Operation at VGHS

Jetstream International Pvt. Ltd., a provider of global aviation support services, today announced the successful execution of ground handling operations for a Gulfstream G650ER at Dhaka International Airport (VGHS), further strengthening its presence in international business aviation. The operation was executed with a strong emphasis on precision planning, real-time coordination, and strict adherence to international aviation safety and operational standards. The team ensured a seamless turnaround, resulting in an efficient and on-schedule departure.

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Charter Spotlight: Malone AirCharter

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Charter Spotlight: Malone AirCharter

Air Charter Guide recently spoke with Cristine Kirk of Malone AirCharter, a woman-owned business based in Jacksonville, Florida. Malone AirCharter focuses on safety, comfort and convenience, providing on-demand service across the continental United States, Bermuda, the Bahamas, the Caribbean, Central America, Mexico and Canada.

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NATA Celebrates 50 Years of Safety and Success: Workers’ Compensation Insurance Program Reaches Golden Milestone

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NATA (National Air Transportation Association) proudly announces the 50th anniversary of its Workers’ Compensation Insurance Program. For half a century, the program has supported aviation businesses with specialized coverage, a strong focus on workplace safety, and meaningful financial returns for participants.

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NBAA’s AAM Roundtable Welcomes Eve Air Mobility

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) today announced Eve Air Mobility has joined its Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Roundtable. Established in 2021, the NBAA AAM Roundtable brings together industry leaders to help shape the policies, infrastructure and operational frameworks needed to support the safe integration of AAM technologies into the National Airspace System.

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Records, Firsts, Growth: AERO 2026 Showcases the Strength of General Aviation

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Records, Firsts, Growth: AERO 2026 Showcases the Strength of General Aviation

The 32nd edition of AERO, the world’s leading trade show for general aviation, business aviation, and air sports, has achieved record-breaking milestones. A total of 860 exhibitors from 50 countries participated, marking the highest exhibitor count in the event’s history. Visitor numbers also increased significantly, with approximately 37,000 attendees from 88 countries over the four-day event, surpassing the previous year’s figure of 32,100. The international representation of exhibitors (54%) and visitors (55%) underscores the global significance of the trade show.

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Business Aviation in the Ascent at AERO Friedrichshafen 2026

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Business Aviation in the Ascent at AERO Friedrichshafen 2026

The 32nd edition of AERO Friedrichshafen, Europe’s leading general aviation show, is set to welcome its largest-ever business aviation presence when it opens its doors on April 22 for four days. Exhibitors include business aviation associations from Asia (AsBAA), Germany (GBAA), and Austria (AABA), along with an emerging Middle East contingent, including representatives of MEBAA.

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Gulfstream Hosts Skyward Event in Savannah

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Gulfstream Hosts Skyward Event in Savannah

Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. welcomed nearly 2,000 attendees from six continents and more than 30 countries to Skyward, its newly reimagined customer event in Savannah, Georgia, to discuss various topics and trends impacting business aviation. The three-day conference was held at the Savannah Convention Center, located near the company’s worldwide headquarters.

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Cleveland Rocked - Explore With Us at Aero Friedrichshafen

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Cleveland Rocked - Explore With Us at Aero Friedrichshafen

March was a really busy month for our crew! First up, our Ian Sheppard, Senior Researcher AC-U-KWIK at Aviation Week by Informa attended the annual Air Charter Association (ACA) Spring Lunch at the magnificent Guildhall in London. He was happy to present a one-year AC-U-KWIK Premium subscription, donated by The Air Charter Guide, to Samanda Omanovic, a Malta-based flight manager IW Aviation. Amanda was over the moon to receive, in her own words, this “incredibly useful” subscription.

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FBO Spotlight: ICCS

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FBO Spotlight: ICCS

Air Charter Guide recently spoke with Nora Rodriguez of ICCS, the largest FBO network in Mexico, with six company-owned facilities strategically located across key destinations. Headquartered in Mexico, ICCS specializes in premium aviation services, including ground handling, concierge, and in-house catering. Their flagship facility, ICCS Toluca T2 (MMTO), located near Mexico City, exemplifies the next generation of private aviation in Mexico, offering expanded capacity and a seamless travel experienc

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NEAJETS Earns ARGUS Platinum Elite Certification, Joining Top 2% of U.S. Part 135 Operators

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NEAJETS Earns ARGUS Platinum Elite Certification, Joining Top 2% of U.S. Part 135 Operators

ARGUS International, a member of the SGS group, has honored Northeastern Aviation Corporation (dba NEAJETS) as a Platinum Elite operator, placing it among the top 2% of all U.S. Part 135 Operators. Platinum Elite is an industry-changing program available to select ARGUS Platinum-rated operators like NEAJETS and features real-time operational safety performance monitoring and timely visibility. While traditional audit programs require audits every two years, Platinum Elite operators undergo continual evaluation.

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WrestleMania Vegas

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WrestleMania Vegas

Las Vegas has always known how to throw a party. But every April, when WWE descends on the city with its full weight of spectacle, storylines, and 60,000-plus roaring fans, even Sin City raises an eyebrow. WrestleMania is back in Las Vegas for the second consecutive year, and the city is ready to deliver something even bigger than before. WrestleMania 42, billed as WrestleMania Vegas, takes place on Saturday, April 18, and Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Allegiant Stadium in Paradise, Nevada.

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Air Ambulance Charter: Health Care Up High

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Air Ambulance Charter: Health Care Up High

Charter aviation (at least for human passengers) is usually associated with two endeavors – work, and play. The smaller jets popularized by corporate clients and the airports specializing in them are widely described as comprising “business” aviation; however, no few customers hire them instead for leisure travel – sporting events, extreme adventures, family getaways and more. But, while jobs and vacations combined drive a lot of private jet travel, there is another growing category boosting demand – air ambulance charter.

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NATA Applauds House T&I Committee Approval of ALERT Act

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NATA (the National Air Transportation Association) applauded the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure's unanimous approval of the Airspace Location and Enhanced Risk Transparency (ALERT) Act, bipartisan legislation aimed at strengthening aviation safety across the National Airspace System.

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ICCS Mexico & Latin America Opens New Flagship FBO at Toluca International Airport (MMTO)

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ICCS Mexico & Latin America Opens New Flagship FBO at Toluca International Airport (MMTO)

ICCS Mexico & Latin America has inaugurated its new flagship FBO at Toluca International Airport (MMTO), enhancing its infrastructure and operational capabilities at one of Mexico’s most strategic aviation hubs. Located near Mexico City, the new ICCS Toluca T2 expands the company’s presence at Toluca, where it now operates two dedicated FBO terminals. This expansion increases capacity, improves efficiency, and solidifies the airport’s role as a key gateway for domestic and international business aviation traffic.

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NBAA Announces Recipients of 2026 Schedulers & Dispatchers Training Scholarships

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and its Schedulers & Dispatchers (S&D) Committee has announced the recipients of the 2026 Schedulers & Dispatchers Training Scholarship. These individuals will be recognized during the 2026 NBAA Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference (SDC2026), taking place March 24-26, in Cleveland.

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NBAA Welcomes House Approval of Bills to Strengthen US Aviation Leadership

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) applauds the House of Representatives for passing four bills that will strengthen America’s leadership in aviation, including one that would allow the return of supersonic flights. The supersonic bill (H.R.3410) would require the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to issue new rules allowing civil supersonic flight in the U.S., as long as the aircraft is operated to ensure that no sonic boom reaches the ground. The U.S. has not allowed supersonic flights since 1973.

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Tashkent Introduces Dedicated Business Aviation Gateway

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Tashkent Introduces Dedicated Business Aviation Gateway

Effective February 17, 2026, all business aviation operators planning charter flights to Tashkent, Republic of Uzbekistan, must designate Tashkent-Vostochny Airport (Tashkent-Humo International Airport / Tashkent-East, UZTP) as the destination aerodrome in flight applications and flight plans. This replaces Tashkent International Airport (UZTT) for such operations.

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Gulfstream Aerospace Delivers 200th G600 Delivery

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Gulfstream Aerospace Delivers 200th G600 Delivery

Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has announced the 200th customer delivery of the award-winning Gulfstream G600. The aircraft was outfitted at Gulfstream’s facility in St. Louis and delivered to a North America-based customer. To date, the G600 fleet has logged more than 197,000 flight hours and completed over 87,000 landings. The aircraft has also achieved 95 city-pair speed records, including a recent milestone that broke a decade-long record.

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NBAA, 4AIR Partner on Accreditation to Advance Sustainability Leadership

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and 4AIR, a leader in aviation sustainability solutions, today announced a strategic partnership to expand and strengthen NBAA’s Sustainable Flight Department Accreditation Program. The announcement was made prior to the start of the 2026 NBAA Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference (SDC2026) in Cleveland.

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