Safety is one of the five pillars that Paragon Aviation Group® considers mandatory for their FBOs. Along with quality, reliability, value, and service, each FBO and handling location in The Paragon Network® must maintain NATA Safety 1st Certified status, IS-BAH Certified status, or uphold an equivalent program certification.
Read MoreAmerican Aero FTW, a fixed-base operator (FBO) at Fort Worth Meacham International Airport (KFTW), is hosting its 10th annual holiday toy drive to help make the season a little brighter for area children. Customers and airport guests are invited to stop by the FBO to drop off a new, unwrapped toy or make a financial contribution benefiting the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program.
Read MoreSheltair has begun construction to expand its existing hangar facilities at the Kissimmee Gateway Airport (KISM). Since 2001, Sheltair has built and currently manages approximately 115,973 total square feet consisting of 86 individual hangar units. The family-owned aviation company is responding to the increasing need for additional aircraft storage at KISM by starting the construction of its Phase IV development.
Read MoreThe aviation industry is a complex and highly dynamic sector that requires precision, efficiency, and reliability. For travelers looking for the utmost convenience and flexibility, chartering private flights and taking advantage of empty legs have become increasingly popular options. Companies like American Flight Support play a pivotal role in making these services accessible and seamless for passengers and aircraft operators alike. In this article, we will explore why such companies are essential for the success of charter and empty leg flights.
Read MoreInternational Flight Center (IFC) at Miami Executive Airport (KTMB) is poised to offer aviators a new home base where luxury comes standard. With the construction of the FBO’s 84,000-square-foot hangar complex well underway, current and prospective customers now have the opportunity to prelease their space at Miami’s premier gateway.
Read MoreParagon Aviation Group held their inaugural international Leadership Meeting, November 8th – 10th at Odyssey Aviation Bahamas (MYNN) in Nassau, Bahamas. Leadership Meetings consist of a comprehensive FBO on-site evaluation with constructive feedback, shared best practices, guest speakers, group dinners, breakout sessions, and other networking opportunities for FBO general managers, owners, and executives.
Read MoreSun Air Jets is proud to announce that the entirety of the company’s FBO line service technicians have completed Gulfstream Aerospace’s FBO Ground Handling and Servicing Training. Gulfstream says the program is “tailored for line service technicians,” and is “designed to improve dispatch reliability and increase safety for Gulfstream aircraft and the people who support them.”
Read MoreIn today's fast-paced world of aviation, staying ahead of the competition is paramount. For American Flight Support, a company dedicated to providing essential services to the aviation industry, achieving a competitive edge means effectively marketing its services to a global audience. One invaluable tool that has helped them in this endeavor is the AC-U-KWIK website.
Read MoreThe answer to the question, “Are we safe with SAF?” is a resounding, widely accepted, “Yes,” as it is approved JET A fuel (equivalent to fossil kerosene), produced using a range of non-oil feedstocks. Operators have now accepted this as fact – subject to quality control measures, of course. However, whether we can rely on SAF to deliver aviation carbon neutrality (Net Zero) by 2050, which is what aviation has committed itself to, is another question altogether.
Read MoreFCG OPS continues its partnership with the International Flight Operations Academy (IFOA), which provides access to world-class quality training and professional development services for aviation organizations and individuals eager to enhance their careers in different air transport industry sectors. A unique Flight Dispatch Double Certification program will be held from the 6th to the 23rd of November in FCG OPS premises in Riga, Latvia.
Read MoreBetween January and the end of September 2023, Geneva Airpark, based at LSGG, welcomed 121 aircraft under the Daily formula, 16 more than in 2022. The last time the infrastructure recorded a similar figure was back in 2015 for the whole year. Overall, for the year 2023 as a whole, Geneva Airpark anticipates an increase of 43% in Daily packages compared with the previous year.
Read MoreWorld Fuel Services (World Fuel) is delivering Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to Las Vegas Valley airports, including Henderson Executive Airport (KHND) – the host airport for this year’s National Business Association’s Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE), North Las Vegas Airport (KVGT), and Atlantic Aviation at Harry Reid International Airport (KLAS). These deliveries provide NBAA-BACE 2023 attendees access to the currently limited supply of SAF. Increasing the accessibility of renewable fuels like SAF worldwide is a key tenet of World Fuel’s mission to enable its customers and partners to decarbonize their operations.
Read MoreA recent ‘Future of Flight’ summit at the Royal Aeronautical Society in London (20-21 September 2023) highlighted the growing significance of new in-development aircraft powered electrically or by hydrogen, many of which can take off and land vertically (the so-called ‘eVTOLs’). The Future of Flight summit was opened by RAeS president, 2023-24, Kerissa Khan, who has spectacularly broken the mold of typical RAeS presidents who tend to be male (not always) and late in their career.
Read MoreIn the intricate world of aviation, seamless coordination, impeccable service, and unwavering attention to detail are paramount for efficient operations. American Flight Support stands as a bastion of these principles, playing a critical role in the aviation industry. Offering comprehensive services including flight planning, ground handling, ground transportation, catering, fuel arrangement, and more, the company exemplifies how centralized, dedicated support can significantly elevate the aviation industry's functionality.
Read MoreSheltair teamed up with Women in Aviation International (WAI) to celebrate Girls in Aviation Day (GIAD on Saturday, September 23rd. Sheltair hosted over 3,000 next-generation aviators at KFLL, KDAB, KTPA, KECP, KSAV, KOCF, and KJAX, while others in their network partnered with NASA, ACE, and other local WIA chapters to represent Sheltair, sharing the world of aviation with over twice as many attendees as last year.
Read MoreSheltair Aviation, a leading aviation services company, completed construction on a new hangar and office facility at its award-winning Tampa, Florida, (KTPA) FBO location. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was recently held to commemorate the hangar's grand opening. The $26-million project took approximately 18 months to construct four hangars with attached office space and covered parking.
Read MoreGeneva Airpark’s latest major investment is the renovation of its hangar lighting system, which was completed in July 2023. Covering a total surface area of 10,000 sq meters, the lighting, comprising 153 main lights and 138 emergency lights, is now 100% LED. It is equipped with a control system to adjust the light intensity according to the needs of the activity and the brightness outside.
Read MoreAC-U-KWIK is pleased to announce the release of the 2023-2024 Managers’ World Edition. The desktop print edition is now in the warehouse and available for order. In addition, the Managers’ World Edition eBook IOS app has also been updated with the new 2023-2024 edition and is available in the Apple App Store. The AC-U-KWIK eBook app is a free download and there is no charge to see the full Managers’ Edition through the app.
Read MoreEarlier this month, AC-U-KWIK announced a site update that features a new dedicated heliport search tool on acukwik.com along with enhancements for the entire advanced search module. The new helicopter search tool allows search by identifier, name, country, state or city. The new page also features a list of the most popular heliports on acukwik.com for quick access. Additionally, the new heliport search also offers quick links for search by state/province or country that is also available on the airports and FBO advanced search pages.
Read MoreSignature Aviation, the world’s largest private aviation terminal operator, announced the opening of its renovated private aviation facility at L.G. Hanscom Field (KBED) in Massachusetts. The opening marks the latest milestone in Signature Aviation’s commitment to providing elevated experiences throughout its network while solidifying its long-term partnership with the region’s largest general aviation airport.
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