Hunt & Palmer Announce Succession Plan

After nearly 40 years at the head of the air charter brokerage which bears their name, Peter Hunt and Jeremy Palmer have announced the beginning of a process which will see management control for the Hunt & Palmer Group transition over the next 12 months.

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NBAA Issues Statement on Nomination of Sean Duffy as DOT Secretary

“Sean Duffy’s experience in Congress demonstrates his ability to work with lawmakers in navigating complex legislative processes, including the advancement of infrastructure and transportation policies,” Bolen said. “Equally important, his representation of a predominantly rural congressional district gives him firsthand insight into the critical role of general aviation in towns with little or no airline service. We congratulate him on his nomination and look forward to his confirmation by the Senate.

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EAA Awarded Air Ambulance Company of the Year 2024

EAA Awarded Air Ambulance Company of the Year 2024

European Air Ambulance (EAA) is proud to announce that it has been selected as ‘Air Ambulance Company of the Year’ 2024 by the International Travel & Health Insurance Journal (ITIJ). This prestigious award is presented to air ambulance companies that have demonstrated excellence in international patient repatriation over the past 12 months, making a significant contribution to the quality of the air ambulance sector.

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NBAA Fact Checks Misleading Report on Business Aviation Sustainability

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has challenged a report for selectively using data, making statements based on faulty analysis and ignoring facts to produce a one-sided set of conclusions about sustainability and business aviation – an industry that is on pace to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

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NBAA Announces New Roles for Damato, Broom, and Thanks Lutz for Her Service

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has announced new and expanded responsibilities for two senior team members and thanked a third leader, who announced plans to step down from the association earlier this year. Jo Damato, CAM, has been named senior vice president, events and professional engagement, and Andrew Broom has been named chief revenue officer. The changes come as Laurie Lutz, senior vice president, events, concluded her planned departure from NBAA this month. 

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NATA’s Chambers Promoted to Senior Vice President of Communications and Association Affairs

The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) is pleased to announce that Shannon Chambers has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Communications and Association Affairs. Chambers will spearhead NATA’s strategic and creative flow of communications and initiatives, while further developing and strengthening the Association’s brand, programs, and relationships.

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Castle Aviation Opens New FBO at KCAK

Castle Aviation Opens New FBO at KCAK

During Castle Aviation's 40th year in Aviation Services, they are making history once again with the opening of their new FBO. Just over a year ago Akron Canton Airport (KCAK), The City of Green, Castle Aviation and its partners celebrated a groundbreaking event in September of 2023 for the construction of what has become an 80,000-square-foot hangar, an FBO and additional offices. Occupancy has been recently granted, and the team is ready to provide fixed-base operating services.

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BBGA Helps the Next Generation Enter the Aviation Workplace

BBGA Helps the Next Generation Enter the Aviation Workplace

The British Business General Aviation Association (BBGA) actively engages with young people to help inspire the next generation of aviation professionals. It is involved in various initiatives aimed at promoting careers in aviation, highlighted in its #BizavEnables social media campaign; including through its collaboration with Stansted Airport College and its support of the Aviation Skills Recruitment Platform (ASRP)/TalentView Aviation (TVA).

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Charter 101: The History of Private Jet Travel

Charter 101: The History of Private Jet Travel

With all the focus on the present and the future of private jet travel, the past tends to be overlooked. Private jet travel stretches back more than a century, and once looked very different from how it does now. If you’re interested in a blast from the past that may hold clues to the future, read on.

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NATA Statement on GAMI Unleaded Aviation Fuel Demonstration at Reid-Hillview Airport

NATA (National Air Transportation Association) issued the following statement in response to General Aviation Modifications, Inc.’s (GAMI) announcement regarding G100UL at Reid-Hillview Airport (KRHV) in Santa Clara, California. NATA President and CEO Curt Castagna serves as Co-chair of the Eliminate Aviation Gasoline Lead Emissions (EAGLE) initiative, a government and industry partnership dedicated to finding a safe and reliable unleaded aviation fuel for piston aircraft.

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Paragon Expands Northeast Presence with Westover Metropolitan Airport Partnership

Westover Metropolitan Airport (KCEF) is pleased to announce its recent partnership with Paragon Aviation Group, a move that promises to enhance its service offerings and expand its footprint within the aviation industry. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in Westover's long-standing history as a key aviation hub in the Northeast.

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Jetting Onward to Dubai for MEBAA

Jetting Onward to Dubai for MEBAA

Last month’s annual NBAA-BACE in Las Vegas was buzzing with activity and “celebrated all our industry”, said President and CEO Ed Bolen. Our team enjoyed a fun top golf party hosted by GLADA Aviation and participated in the annual CAN auction. On the floor, we welcomed among many familiar and new faces our friends from Costa Rica’s Aero Jet, Norway’s Sundtair, Italy’s Delta Aerotaxi SRL, USA’s First Chime, Turkey’s GoJet, Singapore’s Avi-Go and many, many more. Enjoy a few snapshots from the show.

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Jackson Square Aviation Partners with Future Energy Global to Accelerate SAF Production

Jackson Square Aviation (JSA), a leading aircraft leasing company, has signed a partnership agreement with Future Energy Global (FEG), the innovative Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) ecosystem builder and production accelerator.

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Charter Spotlight: CommuteAir

Charter Spotlight: CommuteAir

Air Charter Guide recently spoke with Pete Ganabathi, CommuteAir Director of Network & Operations Planning and Charter Operations Team Lead. With over 35 years of experience in providing safe, reliable regional airline service, CommuteAir is committed to providing exceptional comfort and service to their valued clients.

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TAG Aviation UK & Malta Renews their WYVERN Wingman Certification!

TAG Aviation UK & Malta Renews their WYVERN Wingman Certification!

TAG Aviation has once again secured its designation of WYVERN Wingman Certified Operator following a successful audit, recently conducted by WYVERN. The WYVERN Wingman Standard, the first air charter audit standard in the aviation industry, provides a safety benchmark that allows air charter customers to assess performance expectations against recognized industry best operating practices before purchasing air charter services.

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FAI Nominated for ITIJ Air Ambulance Award 2024

FAI Nominated for ITIJ Air Ambulance Award 2024

The Air Ambulance Division of German Special Mission Operator FAI rent-a-jet AG, has been nominated as one of three finalists in the Air Ambulance category of the International Travel & Health Insurance Journal (ITIJ) Awards 2024. This is the sixth time that FAI has been nominated and the nomination follows three award wins in 2012, 2020 and 2021 respectively.

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With Boundless Enthusiasm and Opportunities, NBAA-BACE Was the Place to Be

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has concluded an electrifying week at its 2024 Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE), bringing together the industry’s top names, latest innovations and biggest news, ushering in the next era of aviation.

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NBAA Board of Directors Reelects Three Members to Board at Annual Meeting

The voting members of the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) today reelected three individuals to the association’s Board of Directors during an annual meeting held during the 2024 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE).

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NBAA Bestows Gold Wing Award to Kerry Lynch for Historical Takeout on GARA

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has presented journalist Kerry Lynch with its Gold Wing Award for Journalism Excellence for her thorough historical reconstruction of the remarkable advocacy mobilization that won passage of the General Aviation Revitalization Act (GARA), the 1994 law that provided much-needed liability protection to the general aviation industry.

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