A Challenge of Maintaining the Fastest Growing Rotorcraft Fleet in the World

Part of the thriving Asia Pacific, Southeast Asia will remain home to the fastest growing civil rotorcraft fleet in the world this year. Its CAGR is expected to top 21 percent and the region will account for 33 percent of the global spending on military and 20 percent on civil helicopters. Naturally, such a rapid expansion comes with a set of challenges. One of the major ones is related to fleet support, especially in remote areas of the region. Unfortunately, OEMs and independent MRO providers are yet to arrive at a unanimous decision with regard to the most effective solution to the problem.

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2015 Kentucky Derby to Affect Traffic at SDF, LOU and JVY

The FAA has released a NOTAM about special air traffic procedures around the Kentucky Derby. The three airports specifically mentioned in the NOTAM are:

For more information, refer to NBAA's page, which includes a link to the PDF of the individual NOTAM or the FAA's Notices to Airmen page, which includes the full PDF of all NOTAMs.

Marshall Aviation Services (BHX/EGBB) Joins Avfuel’s Global Network Of FBOs

Marshall Aviation Services (BHX/EGBB), the business aviation segment of the Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group, announces their partnership with Avfuel as a member of the global network of Avfuel Branded FBOs. Located at Birmingham Airport with its’ 10,000 ft. runway, Marshall Aviation guests will enjoy a newly constructed 44,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility that includes 27,000 square feet of hangar space. A beautiful wall of glass windows along the front of the building provides an excellent view of all aircraft on the ramp.
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Million Air Medford (KMFR) Announces Branding Partnership with Avfuel

Avfuel announces that Million Air Medford (KMFR), a full-service location on the West ramp of the Medford-Jackson County International Airport in Medford, Oregon, has chosen Avfuel as their fuel supplier and branding partner. Million Air Medford joined Avfuel’s expanding network of branded FBOs on April 1 and offers a vast array of services and amenities in their new sophisticated and modern facility. Through partnering with Avfuel, Million Air Medford gains access to Avfuel’s world-class training resources, Avfuel Contract Fuel, and the AVTRIP Rewards program.
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FlyBuys Rewards Members Have Chance to Win a Trip to the Final Match in Berlin with “Champion Get-Away” Promotion

The FlyBuys Rewards Program continues its special “Champion Get-Away” promotion that kicked off at the 2014 Middle East Business Aviation exhibition. Non-U.S. based individuals or flight departments that become members of the popular global rewards program, FlyBuys Rewards, and utilize AVCARD or World Fuel | Colt Contract Fuel and Trip Support Services have the chance to win a trip to the UEFA Champions League Final in Berlin, Germany on June 6, 2015.
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Sheltair (KLAL) Gears Up For Sun N’ Fun – Acres Of Parking And Event Personnelon-Hand

The annual Sun ‘n Fun International Fly-In and Expo returns to Lakeland Linder Regional Airport April 21-26. The show repeatedly attracts nearly 500 exhibitors and over 150,000 aviation-loving attendees. Sheltair (KLAL), the most recent addition to the Sheltair network of FBOs, is well situated and prepared to make your travel experience hassle-free. Available amenities include courtesy shuttles to and from the show grounds, early bird pre-show lunch, Avfuel Contract Fuel, AVTRIP Points and more.
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Phillips 66 Aviation FBOs Take Home Top Four FBO Performance Rankings in AIN’s 2015 Survey

Phillips 66 Aviation is pleased that ten of its FBOs were recognized in this year’s Aviation International News (AIN) survey. More than 11,000 respondents completed AIN’s questionnaire that ranks FBOs according to line service, passenger amenities, pilot amenities, facilities and customer service representatives.
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Shell Aviation Introduces the New AeroShell Oil Sport Plus 4, Developed in Collaboration with BRP-Rotax

Shell Aviation has introduced the new AeroShell Oil Sport Plus 4, the second generation of its piston engine oil, specifically designed for light sport and very light/ultralight aircraft 4-stroke engines. Shell Aviation has collaborated with major engine manufacturer, BRP -Rotax, in designing the new product, which is the result of three years of development and testing in both companies’ Research and Development facilities.
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Sun Air Jets Announces Award Nomination

Sun Air Jets announced that its Senior Director of Charter Sales, Leigh Ann Spooner, has been nominated for the 14th annual Women in Business Award by the San Fernando Valley Business Journal. This prestigious award recognizes the very exceptional women in the workforce in the San Fernando Valley region. 
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Meridian Air Charter Adds Challenger 605 to Fleet

Meridian, the award-winning private aviation company based in Teterboro, NJ, is pleased to announce the addition of a Bombardier Challenger 605 (N605MM) to its growing fleet of private business jets. This large cabin aircraft was completed in 2008 and seats up to nine passengers.  It will be based at Teterboro Airport (TEB), and is immediately available for charter (Certificate IMJA053F).   
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Kearney Aviation Center Announces Expansion at Kearney Regional Airport (KEAR)

Kearney Aviation Center (KAC) at Kearney Regional Airport (KEAR) recently expanded operations and will now be the exclusive FBO on the field. Kearney Regional is a leading general aviation airport for central Nebraska pilots and businesses as well as a favorite fuel stop for many cross-country travelers.
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Avfuel’s Newly Launched Website Enhances Customer Experience

Avfuel Corporation launched an all new website this week.  Avfuel.com provides visitors an advanced online experience - a refreshed design backed by sophisticated software technology.  Completely rebuilt, the new avfuel.com has a smarter interface and is optimized for tablet and mobile device viewing.
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