NBAA, Cutter Aviation Launch ‘Fueling the Future’ Program in Support of Industry Advocacy

In partnership with Cutter Aviation – a fixed-based operator with six locations in Texas, New Mexico, Colorado and Arizona – the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has announced the launch of the Fueling the Future program, which is designed to help the association in its advocacy initiatives to foster an environment that allows business aviation to thrive in the United States and around the world.

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Chris Algee to Receive Prestigious Schedulers & Dispatchers Outstanding Achievement & Leadership Award

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) will present longtime scheduler and licensed dispatcher Chris Algee, CAM, with the Schedulers & Dispatchers (S&D) Outstanding Achievement & Leadership Award at the 2024 Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference (SDC2024), taking place March 12-14 in Fort Worth, TX.

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Wally Epton, Distinguished Aviator, Receives BBGA’s Outstanding Contribution to Aviation Award

Wally Epton, Distinguished Aviator, Receives BBGA’s Outstanding Contribution to Aviation Award

Wally Epton, who has contributed six decades of exemplary service to the aviation industry in civil and defense roles, is this year’s recipient of the British Business and General Aviation Association’s prestigious Michael Wheatley Award for Outstanding Services to the general aviation industry. BBGA Chair Aoife O’Sullivan presented him with the accolade at the Association’s annual conference and AGM on March 7th at London’s Leonardo Hotel, St Paul’s, to an audience of 140 plus industry peers.

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Premier Aviation Celebrates 30 Years of Sky-High Rock n’ Roll

Premier Aviation Celebrates 30 Years of Sky-High Rock n’ Roll

Premier Aviation, part of the Hunt & Palmer PLC Group, is marking 30 years of providing air charter for some of the highest-grossing music tours. With over 250 music tours under its belt, Premier is proud of its heritage within the music industry and can confidently say that none of its clients’ artists has ever missed a gig owing to flight problems. Premier Aviation and Hunt & Palmer executives will be attending NBAA Schedulers and Dispatchers (SDC2024) in Dallas from March 12 to 14th. Booth No 1130.

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Desert Jet Earns Top Safety Distinction With WYVERN Wingman Pro Certification and Argus Platinum Rating

Desert Jet Earns Top Safety Distinction With WYVERN Wingman Pro Certification and Argus Platinum Rating

Desert Jet, the leading full-service business aviation company located in Greater Palm Springs, California, is thrilled to announce its recent accomplishment of two of the aviation industry's most challenging safety audits - WYVERN Wingman PRO certification and ARGUS Platinum rating. This achievement further solidifies the company's status as a prominent player in the private aviation industry and showcases its commitment to providing the highest level of safety and service to its clients.

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Anthony Banome joins Unique II Worldwide as Chief Revenue Officer

Anthony Banome joins Unique II Worldwide as Chief Revenue Officer

Anthony Banome joins Unique II Worldwide as Chief Revenue Officer.  Anthony comes from Fontainebleau Aviation, where he served as Director of FBO Sales.  You can reach him at anthony@uniquetwoworldwide.com to say congrats! Unique II Worldwide is proud to operate a vast fleet of luxury vehicles in the Teterboro/NYC area, Miami Opa-Locka Executive Airport, as well as acting within a vast global partner network in over 1000 cities worldwide. 

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Clay Lacy Becomes Authorized Dealer, Installer for Starlink

Clay Lacy Becomes Authorized Dealer, Installer for Starlink

Clay Lacy Aviation has agreed to become an authorized dealer and installer for Starlink, complementing its suite of maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services at its repair stations in Los Angeles and Oxford, Connecticut. The satellite-based internet solution engineered by SpaceX enables inflight 4K video calls, streaming, online gaming, and virtual private networks. Starlink is part of the largest satellite constellation, with over 4,700 satellites in low Earth orbit and constantly launching more.

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Stratos Jets Adds Two Visionary Executives to its Leadership Team

Stratos Jets Adds Two Visionary Executives to its Leadership Team

Stratos Jets, a leading on-demand private jet charter brokerage, expands its senior leadership team with the appointment of two strategic executives. Darren Engle and David Borgerding have joined the company as its Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer respectively. The pair will work closely with President Joel Thomas to operationalize the organization, building on its success over the last two decades, and further accelerate its growth.

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VOO Wins Technology Innovation of the Year Award at The Aviation Achievement Awards 2024

VOO Wins Technology Innovation of the Year Award at The Aviation Achievement Awards 2024

VOO, an innovative software platform for booking business aviation flights, has been recognized for its groundbreaking technology, receiving the Technology Innovation of the Year Award at The Aviation Achievement Awards. This prestigious award, presented on February 29 at the V Hotel in Dubai, is the highest honor for excellence in the Middle East’s aviation and aerospace industry over the past year.

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ACSF Safety Symposium Speakers Announced

As ACSF gears up for their upcoming aviation safety seminar, they are thrilled to introduce three speakers who will be sharing their expertise and insights on crucial topics in the aviation industry. The ACSF Safety Symposium will be held April 1-3 in Daytona Beach, FL. 

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Boomerang Air Charter, Saturn Aviation, and Lionheart Holdings Join ACSF's ASAP Program

The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF), an organization dedicated to promoting and enhancing safety within the private aviation sector for the past 15 years, is proud to announce the addition of three distinguished members to its esteemed roster - Boomerang Air Charter, Saturn Aviation, and Part 91 operator Lionheart Holdings, Inc. These just culture-minded companies have made a pivotal commitment to advancing aviation safety by joining the ACSF's Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP). 

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TAG Aviation Expands Fleet with the Addition of G650ER in Singapore

TAG Aviation Expands Fleet with the Addition of G650ER in Singapore

TAG Aviation, a global leader in business aviation services, is pleased to announce the latest addition to its extensive fleet. On February 21, TAG welcomed a new G650ER aircraft to its fleet in Singapore, further enhancing its presence in the Asian market. This new addition grows the fleet of G650ER to 12 globally.

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Desert Jet Expands Its Aircraft Management Division and Welcomes New Director

Desert Jet Expands Its Aircraft Management Division and Welcomes New Director

Desert Jet, the premier jet charter and aircraft management company based in Greater Palm Springs, California, expands its presence as a leading full-service business aviation provider with the addition of Stephen Tong to its aircraft management team. As the Director of Aircraft Management Sales, Stephen brings with him an extensive background in aircraft management, operations, acquisitions, and sales.

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FAI Air Ambulance Achieves Accreditation for Its Dubai Medical Escort Service

FAI Air Ambulance Achieves Accreditation for Its Dubai Medical Escort Service

FAI rent-a-jet GmbH’s Air Ambulance Division is pleased to announce it has received Commercial Airline Medical Escort (CAME) accreditation from the European Aeromedical Institute (EURAMI) for its Dubai-based medical escort service. This follows FAI’s accreditation as an approved EURAMI provider in early 2023. FAI is the first private company in the GCC with EURAMI CAME accreditation and the only European fixed-wing operator to receive both the CAME accreditation and the EURAMI-approved provider accreditation in the GCC.

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George J. Priester Aviation Unifies Customer-Focused Companies Under Legacy Brand

For nearly 80 years, the Priester family name has meant committed excellence in aviation services and customer-focused relationships. As the family-run company expands to include businesses with similar values, it announces that a legacy name from its rich history is returning to represent the overall business structure.

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Air Charter Safety Foundation Urges Rapid Adoption of Safety Management Tools Following Recent Tragic Incidents

The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) extends its deepest condolences to the families and friends affected by the recent loss of 10 individuals in aviation accidents. As the industry mourns these tragic events, ACSF emphasizes the critical need for the swift implementation of essential safety systems across all Part 91, 91K, and Part 135 operations.

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JetASAP Releases January 2024 Activity Report of Hourly Cost for On Demand Aircraft Charter

JetASAP, the only live private charter marketplace connecting flyers directly to aircraft operators to book their charter flights, has announced their latest charter activity report. January 2024 shows the industry’s annual cycle of decreasing charter rates in the New Year with an average decline of 10% overall.

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