McCreery Aviation Awarded IS-BAH Registration
/McCreery Aviation, located at the McAllen International Airport, McAllen, Texas, has successfully completed an International Standard for Business Aircraft Handling (IS-BAH) registration.
Read MoreSimferopol Airport in Crimea Now Using URFF Airport Identifier
/In March 2014, Russia annexed Crimea. Although the region is still classified by ICAO as Disputed Airspace, Russia has started to include the region’s airports in its Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP). Simferopol Airport now uses the code URFF, instead of UKFF, although this has not been endorsed by ICAO. In a similar situation to that in Northern Cyprus (with respect to Turkey), all flights to Crimea should be arranged via Russia.
Read MoreWorld Fuel Services Honored by Asia Business Aviation Association
/World Fuel Services (WFS) announced that their Asia‐ Pacific Business & General Aviation Team was honored by the Asia Business Aviation Association (AsBAA) with their Best Operational Support award. The award was presented at the 2017 AsBAA Icons of Aviation (IoA) awards dinner in Hong Kong on November 10, 2017.
Read MoreGarmin Celebrates a Milestone in Aviation, Delivers One-Millionth Certified product
/Garmin International, Inc. a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), celebrated the delivery of the one-millionth certified avionics product from its manufacturing facility in Olathe, Kansas.
Read MoreUniversal Aviation voted best Asian ground handling agent/FBO by Asian Business Aviation Association Members
/Universal Aviation, the worldwide ground support division of Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc., was voted by members of the Asian Business Aviation Association (AsBAA) as Asia’s best ground handling agent/FBO. The award was announced at AsBAA’s annual Icons of Aviation Awards Gala held November 10th in Hong Kong.
Read MoreQuick Clicks: Cirrus SF50 Personal Jet and a New Way to Snap a Selfie
/Check out recommended reading from the Aviation Week Network and beyond, including a Cirrus SF50 Vision Jet pilot report, a news report about retired professional baseball player Roy Halladay's fatal accident in an Icon A5 and how you can snap a selfie on a private jet without paying to charter a flight.
Read MoreJetex Announces Further Expansion at Flagship Dubai FBO Terminal
/Jetex Flight Support is proud to announce plans to build its aircraft hangar at the Jetex FBO Terminal near Al Maktoum International Airport in Dubai South Aviation District. The news underlines the impressive strength and position of Jetex as it continues to expand both its global reach and market share in the UAE.
Read MoreWest Star Aviation Announces Acquisition of Minneapolis-Based MSP Aero LLC
/West Star Aviation announced its acquisition of MSP Aero LLC, a Minneapolis-based company working with avionics, interiors, minor paint and window restoration at KMSP and surrounding areas.
Read MoreNational Jets Helps to Provide Relief for Hurricane Victims
/Over the past two months, National Jets a full service FBO, 135 Charter Operator and 145 Repair Station has worked hand in hand with many corporate flight departments, airlines and air freight operators in order to make Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (KFLL) a key location for evacuations before the storms and relief efforts afterwards.
Read MoreWest Star Aviation Announces Apprenticeship Program
/West Star Aviation announced it has teamed up with Careerwise in Colorado to establish a long-term apprenticeship for upcoming talent. West Star will begin to host its apprentices in August of 2018.
Read MoreTroubleshooting Links to Service Provider Websites on ACUKWIK.com
/Based on a recent upgrade to the ACUKWIK.com website, some users may experience issue with links when clicking through to FBO, handler and service provider websites listed on the site. If you are having trouble reaching service providers' websites when you click on the Website buttons on ACUKWIK.com, try clearing your browser cache, or use a different browser.
Read MoreElliott Aviation to Offer PRIZM LED Cabin Lighting and EWS Electronic Window Shades
/Elliott Aviation announced it will soon be offering LED cabin lighting and electronic window shades manufactured by the Elliott Technologies division.
Read MoreSignature Flight Support Inaugurates In-FBO Customs at Manchester-Boston Regional Airport in New Hampshire
/Signature Flight Support, in partnership with United States Customs and Border Protection and the Manchester-Boston Regional Airport, has introduced customs and immigration services directly within the Signature Manchester terminal building. Time conscious international visitors arriving at the Manchester-Boston Regional Airport may now enjoy expedited entry into the United States and swift landside transfers. This new service is especially relevant for customers entering the United States from Canada and Trans-Atlantic flights from Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
Read MoreOn Deck for Gill Aviation: 2017 World Series Traffic
/Gill Aviation, an FBO at David Wayne Hooks Airport (KDWH) just outside of Houston, is ready to take a swing at handling aircraft flying to the area when the World Series heads to Houston's Minute Maid Park on Friday.
Read MoreCity of Owatonna (KOWA) Changes FBO Name: Southern Minnesota Flight Center
/The City of Owatonna will now operate its Avfuel-branded FBO at Owatonna Degner Regional Airport as Southern Minnesota Flight Center.
Read MoreAvfuel Announces 19th Annual AVTRIP Scholarship Winner
/Avfuel Corporation announced Joshua Manley, corporate captain of Cedar Park, Texas, the 2017 AVTRIP Scholarship recipient. The scholarship provides Manley with $2,000 to support his goal of obtaining a Certified Aviation Manager designation from the National Business Aviation Association.
Read MoreJetscape Services Celebrates 15 Years of FBO Excellence at FLL
/On Sept. 18, 2017, Jetscape Services FBO at FLL reached a milestone by celebrating its 15 year anniversary of service to the business and general aviation industry. The full service FBO has seen great success and consistent growth over the years thanks to the loyalty of its customers and the dedication of its professional, experienced team.
Read MoreAirport Management Solutions, LLC Purchases Tupelo Aviation Unlimited (KTUP)
/Having managed FBO operations at Tupelo Regional Airport (KTUP) since June 2012, Airport Management Solutions, LLC (AMS)announced it now wholly owns the assets of Tupelo Aviation Unlimited after its purchase from the Tupelo Airport Authority was finalized on October 1.
Read MoreSheltair Announces Plans to Develop New Corporate Hangars at Fort Lauderdale’s FXE Northside Properties
/Sheltair announced its plan to develop the last remaining open plot of land on the north side of Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE).
Read MoreDesert Jet To Hold Talent Fair At NBAA 2017
/Desert Jet announced it will be conducting an industry-wide talent search for aviation professionals seeking to advance their careers during the NBAA Convention in Las Vegas Oct, 10-12.
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