The newly-enacted Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 5 Safety Management Systems (SMS) mandate requires many flight operations to have in place a structured SMS to manage safety risks. Compliance with the mandate is made easier by having a well-established SMS already in place, along with a valued safety partner to help manage and refine that plan.
Read MoreIn a letter to the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, NATA (the National Air Transportation Association) called for swift confirmation of the Honorable Sean Duffy as U.S. Secretary of Transportation, highlighting the critical need for stable leadership to implement Congressionally mandated reforms that will improve FAA efficiency and modernize regulatory oversight for NATA’s air charter operator, maintenance repair station, general aviation airport, and advanced air mobility members alike.
Read MoreThe National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has presented its prestigious Silk Scarf Award to Gulfstream Aerospace Staff Scientist and Technical Fellow Charles Etter, in recognition of his longtime commitment to aviation’s environmental footprint. Etter announced his retirement from the company at the end of last year.
Read MoreFCG OPS proudly announces the appointment of Balan Varma as its Business Development Manager in India. With a prominent career spanning over three decades in aviation, logistics, and customer relations, Balan brings expertise and a robust network within the Indian market to drive FCG OPS’s expansion in the region.
Read MoreAs demand for business aviation maintenance technicians continues to grow, the National Business Aviation Association’s (NBAA’s) Maintenance Committee’s new “Campus Connect” program aims to reach students and faculty at their schools to showcase the industry and its benefits.
Read MoreThe Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) is excited to announce the keynote speakers for its highly anticipated 2025 Annual Safety Symposium: Tony Kern, CEO of Convergent Performance, and Al Gorthy, Captain, US Navy (Retired). These distinguished leaders will take the stage during the event, scheduled for April 7-9, 2024, at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida.
Read MoreThe 2025 NBAA Leadership Conference, taking place Jan. 27-29 in Amelia Island, FL, will feature three days of interactive sessions led by six acclaimed thought leaders who will share invaluable insights about effective communication, emotional intelligence, strategic thinking and other skills that foster professional growth and development.
Read MoreThe Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) is pleased to announce that Ron Brower, an attorney with over 28 years of experience in the aviation sector, has been appointed as ACSF's new legal counsel. Mr. Brower, founder of RBAvLaw, brings extensive expertise in aviation business startups, mergers and acquisitions, regulatory compliance, risk management, and safety, gained from serving clients and organizations across North America and the globe.
Read MoreH55, a global leader in electric propulsion technology, and Elfly Group, a trailblazer in zero-emission regional air travel and green mobility solutions, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to introduce the BRM Aero B23 Energic - the first EASA CS-23 certified fully electric aircraft - to the Nordic market.
Read MoreNATA (the National Air Transportation Association) is ushering in a milestone year of service to the aviation business community with a major website upgrade. The new site enhances the user experience with an intuitive interface, improved video capabilities, smart menus, and expanded member-only resources – with a modern appearance and flexible platform to deliver on NATA’s 85-year-old mission of empowering aviation business safety and success.
Read MoreNATA (the National Air Transportation Association) welcomes the announcement that Congressman Sam Graves (R, MO) will serve an additional term as Chairman of the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Read More“Michael Whitaker’s focus on U.S. aviation leadership and dedication to collaboration between the Agency and aviation community allowed for much progress in a short period of time. As Administrator, Whitaker prioritized industry input in advancing technologies, fostering safety, and developing the aviation workforce, including considerations for operators in the drafting of the SMS rule for part 135 operations, the timely release of the final SFAR for the safe integration of AAM into the NAS, and work to modernize the approach to mental health in the aviation industry,” stated NATA President and CEO Curt Castagna.
Read MoreBoth the National Air Transportation Association (NATA) and The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) have welcomed James “Jim” Viola as the incoming president and CEO of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA). He succeeds Peter “Pete” Bunce, who has led the organization since 2005.
Read MoreZela Aviation announces its strategic collaboration with the Municipality of Syros-Ermoupoli to establish new connections to Syros Airport with international destinations and promote tourism on the island. Through its subsidiary company and brand, Zela Jet, Zela Aviation will promote and attract more private aircraft executive and helicopter flights to the island in 2025. Zela Aviation will be taking the first of many steps to increase passenger traffic at Syros Airport in collaboration with Syros-Ermoupoli’s Deputy Mayor of Tourism, Mrs Christianna Papitsis.
Read MoreEmphasizing the importance of attracting young people into aviation, The British Business General Aviation Association (BBGA) was pleased to announce Ben Newman, Group Business Development Manager at Inflite, The Jet Centre, as the recipient of its 2024 Excellence in Aviation – Next Generation award. This category recognizes the achievements of outstanding next-gen professionals who have made a significant impact in their business aviation roles.
Read MoreGlobal Jet is excited to announce the addition of a brand-new 2023 Falcon 900LX to their charter fleet. This exceptional private jet, based in Europe, provides the ideal blend of safety, speed, range, and comfort for an unparalleled flying experience.
Read MoreJet Aviation announced that its MRO facility at Dubai DXB has been appointed an authorized warranty and Crystal care service provider for the Pilatus PC-24 super-versatile Jet. The facility has been a Pilatus PC-12 Service Center since 2022.
Read MoreGlobal aviation recruitment specialist Zenon returns to the Middle East Business Aviation Association (MEBAA) Show (Booth 795) as the region ramps up after a few slow years. Zenon highlights an influx of start-up companies in the UAE, and especially in Saudi Arabia, requiring a raft of qualified personnel - post-holder roles and engineers, the latter for short and long-term contract work. Zenon, which facilitates permanent and contract positions, has seen the number of roles available in the region increase 24% since January this year.
Read MoreVOO Flights, an innovative digital B2B marketplace for instant booking of business aviation charter flights, launched its new API connection – the interface for “tech brokers” and the world’s first global distribution system GDS for business aviation, developed and launched in collaboration with Insignia.
Read MoreJet Aviation announced that its ‘Jet Card’ charter program is now available to customers in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The program enables customers to pre-purchase charter hours at a fixed price to use on any future flight.
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