Leon Software and FCG OPS Enhance Cooperation Through Integration

Leon Software and FCG OPS Enhance Cooperation Through Integration

Leon Software and FCG OPS continue to strengthen their partnership with enhanced integration. By synchronizing the FCG ATOM IT platform with Leon Software, FBO and OCC customers have already experienced significant benefits. Now, with the new integration, there are a number of attractive options for another group of customers, such as trip support and ground handling companies.

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NBAA Welcomes Stopgap Government Funding and FAA Authorization

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) today welcomed the congressional passage of legislation to temporarily fund all government agencies and extend authorization for Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) operations. The legislation funds the federal government for 47 days (through Nov. 17) and provides a three-month extension (through Dec. 31) on the multi-year FAA reauthorization bill passed by Congress in 2018. The FAA authorization and the annual government funding package each had the same deadline, Sept. 30.

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Europe’s New On-demand Regional Airline Flyvbird Progresses With ‘flyvAI’ Prototype

Europe’s New On-demand Regional Airline Flyvbird Progresses With ‘flyvAI’ Prototype

flyvbird, Europe's new low-cost on-demand regional airline model, is pleased to confirm the creation of its flyvAI prototype, featuring a proprietary algorithm and software architecture. It has been developed in collaboration with a customized software development company, The Startup House of Poland, working in close collaboration with flyvbird’s CEO Anton Lutz.  The system will now be fine-tuned over the next six to nine months.  

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NBAA-BACE Volocopter Flights to Showcase Groundbreaking Air Mobility Technologies

The many applications for game-changing advanced air mobility (AAM) technologies will be on display through a series of flights (weather and environmental conditions permitting) by Volocopter’s electric 2X air taxi, planned as part of the National Business Aviation Association’s (NBAA’s) Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) taking place Oct. 17 – 19 in Las Vegas.

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NBAA-BACE Kickoff to Honor Jared Isaacman, Trailblazer in Aerospace and Beyond

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) will bestow its most distinguished honor, the 2023 Meritorious Service to Aviation Award, to renowned civilian astronaut, accomplished aviator, entrepreneur and philanthropist Jared Isaacman at this year’s NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) taking place Oct. 17-19 in Las Vegas, NV.

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Industry’s Best Known Social Media Content Creators to Put the Spotlight on Business Aviation at 2023 NBAA-BACE

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has announced a collaboration with some of the aviation industry’s leading social media content creators to share all the exciting highlights from business aviation’s biggest event of the year, the 2023 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE).

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‘Top Gun: Maverick’ Camera Aircraft, Other Show-Debut Airplanes to be Part of NBAA-BACE Aircraft Displays

With less than a month to go before the 2023 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) comes to Las Vegas, organizers are finalizing plans for aircraft displays – both at Henderson Executive Airport (KHND) and inside the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) – each of which will include aircraft new to the show and offer an unmatched opportunity to view and compare the latest models available.

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LJ Aviation and Sun Air Jets Successfully Renew ACSF Audit

The Air Charter Safety Foundation has announced that two of its members, LJ Aviation and Sun Air Jets, have successfully renewed their biennial status on the Industry Audit Standard (IAS) registry. The ACSF's IAS is recognized as an all-encompassing aviation audit for Part 135 and Part 91 aircraft operators, ensuring the highest levels of safety and operational excellence in the business aviation industry.

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Solairus Adds Jim Simpson and Scott Galdi

Solairus Aviation, a market-leading provider of aircraft management and related services, announced today that Jim Simpson and Scott Galdi have joined the company’s executive management team. The two industry veterans bolster the company’s leadership and bring unique knowledge and perspectives. Jim and Scott will support Solairus aircraft owners, helping to maintain and enhance the high level of informed, personalized service that they have come to expect.  

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NBAA-BACE Welcomes Inspirational ‘Shark Tank’ Investor, Entrepreneur Daymond John as Day 2 Keynote

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) today announced that entrepreneur, investor and storied “Shark Tank” television personality Daymond John will be a featured speaker for the Day 2 Keynote at the 2023 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) in Las Vegas, NV.

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Suran Wijayawardana Joins FlyHouse as Chief Aviation Officer, Elevating the Company's Vision in Aviation

FlyHouse has strengthened its presence in the aviation sector with the addition of Suran Wijayawardana to its team. With an impressive career spanning more than two decades in the aviation industry, Suran has made a name for himself as a serial aviation entrepreneur and a passionate business aviation thought leader.

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NBAA Names Nel Stubbs as Recipient of 2023 Jack Doswell Award

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) will award its John P. “Jack” Doswell Award upon Nel Stubbs, a preeminent authority whose guidance has optimized the ownership and use of business aircraft for countless entrepreneurs and companies worldwide. The association will present Stubbs with the award during NBAA’s 2023 Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) taking place Oct. 17-19 in Las Vegas, NV.

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NATA’s New Brand Reinforces Mission as Aviation Business Advocates

Since its founding in 1940, the National Air Transportation Association (NATA) has stood for professionalism, action, and partnership in aviation with its mission to provide a voice for aviation business, advocate for the unique needs of its members, and protect an essential industry. Incorporating these principles, the organization has updated its branding and shortened its name to reinforce its mission and reflect industry growth and advancement.

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Deadline for NBAA Gold Wing Award Entries Is Sept. 22

Entries for the 2023 National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Gold Wing Award for Journalism Excellence are due on Friday, Sept. 22. This award program provides an opportunity for journalists to showcase their most important work, increase awareness of their publisher and demonstrate the true value of journalism and business aviation.

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IBGAA Returns to Adare Manor for Second Annual Business Aviation and Luxe Tourism Conference

IBGAA Returns to Adare Manor for Second Annual Business Aviation and Luxe Tourism Conference

The Irish Business and General Aviation Association (IBGAA) www.ibgaa.com is looking forward to welcoming over 140 industry delegates to its second annual conference on November 1, 2023, when it returns to Adare Manor, Limerick. Its unique formula – the combination of executive aviation and luxury tourism, in the most spectacular setting, returns with a topical agenda delivered by accomplished international and regional speakers. 

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The Air Charter Guide Joins The ACA

The Air Charter Guide Joins The ACA

The Air Charter Guide is proud to become a member of The ACA (The Air Charter Association). Headquartered in London for over 74 years, the association has been a part of the air charter industry, leading self-regulation and representation of its members to government and regulators. A list of ACA-accredited members can be found at https://www.theaircharterassociation.aero/.

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Intermountain Health Joins ASAP

The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ASCF.aero), a non-profit organization which supports the highest safety standards for more than 320 business, charter and fractional operators in the aviation industry, announced that four certificate holders owned and operated under the parent company Intermountain Health will participate in the ACSF’s Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP).

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Jet Aviation Opens New Hangar in Bozeman, Montana (KBZN)

Jet Aviation Opens New Hangar in Bozeman, Montana (KBZN)

Jet Aviation announced that it has completed construction of a new 40,000 square-foot hangar at its FBO in Bozeman, Montana (KBZN), bringing the total hangar capacity to over 300,00 square feet. The new hangar is fully operational and has capacity to accommodate all large cabin business jets.

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