EBAA ‘Ambassador’ Medaire Highlights the Value of Bizav as Sector Faces Ongoing Image Challenge
/The push by the European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) to better communicate the value of business aviation took another step forward last week when reps from 26 EBAA member companies that have become sector ‘ambassadors’ gathered at the London Assistance Centre of Medaire, a subsidiary of the International SOS Group that specializes in medical services for business aircraft and maritime vessels.
Read MoreVVIP Flight Announces Unmatched Ground Handling Services for G20 Summit in New Delhi
/VVIP Flight, the premier ground handling service provider at Delhi Airport (VIDP airport), is pleased to announce its readiness to deliver impeccable services during the G20 Summit on September 9-10, 2023 in New Delhi, India. Under the Indian Presidency, this significant event will revolve around the theme 'One Earth, One Family, One Future,' focusing on the intrinsic value of all life forms and their interconnection on our planet.
Read MoreIndustry’s Image is Key Theme at Isle of Man Conference
/For over ten years now, with a two-year pandemic gap, the Isle of Man has held an aviation conference to bring together the business aviation community on this ancient isle in the Irish Sea. Not part of the UK or the EU (it never has been), the island is a fiercely proud part of the British Isles with its own parliament, ‘The House of Keys’/Tynwald, laws and traditions.
Read MoreAmerican Flight Support: A Reliable Partner in Aviation Services
/In the dynamic and fast-paced world of aviation, reliable and efficient ground support services are crucial for ensuring safe and smooth operations. Among the leading providers in the industry, American Flight Support (AFS) stands out as a trusted partner offering a comprehensive range of services tailored to meet the diverse needs of airlines, corporate flight departments, and private aircraft owners.
Read MoreWorld Fuel Services Welcomes Four New Locations to FBO Networks
/World Fuel Services (World Fuel) expands its global strength with the addition of four new network locations. Aircraft Specialists Jet Center at Gwinnett County Airport is joining the World Fuel Network. Skyservice FBO in Vancouver, Galaxy FBO in Addison and Chartright Air Group in Kitchener-Waterloo are joining the Air Elite by World Fuel (Air Elite) Network.
Read MoreGarmin Announces GI 275 Electronic Flight Instrument Certification for Bell 407 and Robinson R66 Helicopters
/Garmin has announced Supplemental Type Certification (STC) by the FAA for the GI 275 electronic flight instrument in Bell 407 and Robinson R66 helicopters. The GI 275 is a scalable, cost-conscious approach to an avionics upgrade that is a direct replacement for a variety of legacy primary flight instruments in the cockpit, including the primary attitude indicator, course deviation indicator (CDI), horizontal situation indicator (HSI), or the multi-function display (MFD).
Read MoreAtlantic Aviation Opens at Dulles KIAD
/Atlantic Aviation announced a significant new addition to its network on the Eastern Seaboard as it began management of fixed base operations (FBO) at Washington Dulles International Airport (KIAD). The company has completed its move into the new location and started serving customers.
Read MoreManny Co-Branded FBOs in Mexico
/Manny, a leader in high-quality ground handling and FBO service coordination in Mexico, is proud to announce a new co-branding partnership with five top FBOs in Mexico. Those FBOs are: Asertec (Toluca/MMTO), Platinum FBO (Torreon/MMTC), JetMach (Monterrey/MMAN), RaJet (Saltillo/MMIO) and Redwings (Queretaro/MMQT). The co-branding initiative features the Manny logo prominently displayed at the above FBO facilities.
Read MoreAvfuel Supports EBACE SAF Needs
/With a leadership position in the sustainable aviation fuel supply chain, Avfuel Corporation (booth N72) took on the SAF needs of OEMs, FBOs and flight departments ahead of the 2023 European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition.
Read MoreAvfuel Celebrates Anniversary at EBACE2023
/Avfuel is celebrating two occasions in Geneva this year: joining the international aviation community at EBACE2023, and the company’s 50 years of evolution from a regional fuel supplier to the industry’s first comprehensive, global supplier of aviation fuel and services.
Read MoreGarmin Certifies the GFC 600 Digital Autopilot in Piper PA-31-350 Aircraft
/Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) announced it has received Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certification (STC) for the GFC™ 600 digital autopilot in Piper PA-31-350 Navajo Chieftain aircraft. Additionally, Smart Rudder Bias1 is now certified for PA-31-350 aircraft equipped with the GFC 600 autopilot, further growing the list of compatible aircraft to offer this safety-enhancing technology.
Read MorePentastar Aviation Breaks Ground on Hangar 1964
/Pentastar Aviation, a trusted partner in global private aviation services, broke ground today on Hangar 1964, a new facility at the Oakland County International Airport (KPTK). Spanning tens of thousands of square feet and just a short distance from Pentastar’s existing terminal, the new build will feature a private aircraft hangar, as well as a passenger lounge, office complex, attached auxiliary areas and conference rooms.
Read MoreMeridian Hayward Awarded Everest Fuel S.A.F.E. Certification
/Meridian, the award-winning private aviation company, is pleased to announce that its Hayward FBO recently received the S.A.F.E. accreditation from Everest Fuel. S.A.F.E. stands for Safety Analysis and Facility Evaluation. Certified FBOs are the best in the industry and exceed FAA requirements by passing a thorough 200-point on-site inspection conducted by Everest’s team of Regional Managers.
Read MoreNew Nearby Airports Feature on ACUKWIK.com
/AC-U-KWIK is pleased to announce a new site update earlier this week aimed at enhancing the user experience for its Pro and Premium subscribers. The update features a new Nearby Airports page with an interactive map that has the nearest locations pinned, followed by a text-based list sorted by closest proximity.
Read MoreSingle-Engine Turbine Ops Still Proving Difficult in Europe
/When the European Union enacted a new regulation in 2017 to allow Commercial Air Transport (CAT) operations using Single Engine Turbine (SET) aircraft, many in the industry thought that at last something that had grown solidly in the United States and some other countries since the 1990s would add a new dimension in Europe, adding considerably to connectivity and boosting the economic contribution of such aircraft – produced by manufacturers such as Pilatus, Piper and Textron.
Read MoreEuro Jet Celebrates 15 Years of Ground Support Service
/Euro Jet, the leading provider of ground support services in Europe and Asia is proud to celebrate 15 years of growth, partnership, and looking ahead to the future. At the upcoming European Business Aviation Conference and Exhibition (EBACE) in Geneva, Switzerland this May 23-25, 2023, the company will proudly represent its unique network of local aviation professionals who strive to deliver an exceptional customer experience every day at over 200 airports across Europe and Asia.
Read MoreSun Air Jets Re-Certifies With NATA
/Sun Air Jets is excited to announce that both of their southern California locations have been re-certified as Green Aviation Businesses with Tier 1 status by the National Air Transportation Association (NATA). These locations include the FBO, hangar, management and maintenance facilities located at the Camarillo Airport, (KCMA), and the hangar, management and maintenance facilities located at Van Nuys Airport, (KVNY).
Read MoreNavy SEAL Foundation Recognizes American Aero FTW with its Highest Civilian Honor – The 2023 NSF Patriot Award
/The Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF) presented American Aero FTW, a fixed-base operator (FBO) at Meacham International Airport (KFTW), with its highest civilian honor — the 2023 NSF Patriot Award — in recognition of years of financial contributions and support. The event showcased the Foundation’s vital role in supporting the Naval Special Warfare (NSW) community, raised funds to support critical programs, and recognized the courage and sacrifices of warriors and their families.
Read MoreFargo Jet Center is Completing Upgrades on Three Air Medical Transport PC-12 Aircraft
/Fargo Jet Center (FJC) is proud to announce the delivery of a complete Garmin avionics upgrade to the first of three Pilatus PC-12 aircraft for Northeast Montana STAT Air Ambulance Cooperative, a non-profit, critical care air medical transport service based out of Glasgow, MT.
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