New Jet JukeBox Plays 100 DVD Movies

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Flight Display Systems, the market leader for retrofit in-flight entertainment equipment, introduced the next generation Jet JukeBox – a High-Definition (HD) media server that allows passengers to enjoy a digital library of DVDs, CDs, and images. This product will be available on May 1, 2009 for a list price of $6,055. It includes FAA PMA approval.
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Fargo Jet Center Names Sobolik Line Service Manager

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Fargo Jet Center (FJC) announced that long-time team member Jeremy Sobolik has been named Line Service Manager. The Line Service Department conducts all aircraft fueling for private aircraft and commercial airlines at Hector International Airport. Among many other aircraft services offered, the team also serves as ambassadors to Fargo in the courteous handling of all passengers and pilots at the 24-hour Fargo Jet Center operation.
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ShopAvfuel.com Expands Checkout Capabilities; Aviation Retail Site Now Accessible to General Aviation Community

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Avfuel’s online retail store, shopAvfuel.com, has recently broadened its payment options to allow customers to make their online purchases using all major credit cards and a variety of other methods. For the first time, shopAvfuel.com and its large inventory of aviation fuel related equipment, parts, deicing fluid and quality assurance materials are now available to the general aviation community. Until now, the site’s diverse selection was exclusive to Avfuel-branded dealers.
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Metro Flight Services (DTW) Welcomes NCAA® Final Four® Tournament

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Metro Flight Services (DTW) welcomes basketball fans flying in from all over the United States for this year’s Final Four® Tournament, scheduled to take place April 3 - 6. Complimentary food and drink will be available to pilots throughout the tournament events. The DTW location accepts the industry-leading Sterling Card to ensure pilots receive preferred pricing when flying into Detroit. Secure parking reservations at DTW by calling (734) 229-9690.
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Private Aviation Company Avflight Willow Run East (YIP) Helps Region Attract Visitors to the 2009 NCAA Final Four

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Avflight Willow Run East (YIP), located at the Willow Run Airport (YIP), just seven miles from Detroit Metro Airport (DTW), expects increased aviation traffic in April as visitors fly in and out for the 2009 NCAA Final Four. The expected volume is particularly impressive in light of current economic climates in both metro Detroit and the country at large.
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New NATA Leadership and Board of Directors Announced

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National Air Transportation Association (NATA) President James K. Coyne announced that Kurt Sutterer, president, Midcoast Aviation, Inc., recently assumed the chairmanship of the association replacing Dennis Keith, president, Jet Solutions, LLC. Sutterer became chairman of the association during the last NATA Board of Directors meeting on March 11, 2009.
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My Other Car Is a Roadable Light Sport Aircraft

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It's the 21st Century. Aren't we supposed to have flying cars by now?

We won't meet George Jetson or Jane, his wife, just yet. But a roadable aircraft is a step in the right direction. Check out the Terrafugia Transition and this video of a March 5 test takeoff and landing at PBG.

Here's hoping it brings us a step closer to robot maids.

Advertisers, Watch for Your Insertion Orders and Ad Proofs

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Please let us know about changes or send your approval by April 3. Thank you!

Thursday Open Thread: United States v. Corporate Aviation

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Since the automotive industry bailout hearing in November, corporate aviation has been caught in the political crossfire.

At the hearing last fall, Rep. Brad Sherman, D-Calif., scored populist points when he asked whether the Chrysler, Ford and GM CEOs had purchased tickets on commercial flights to attend the hearing in Washington, D.C.

In January, Rep. Dennis Moore, D-Kan., and Rep. Todd Tiahrt, R-Kan., argued against legislative language that would have required recipients of bailout money to forgo owning or leasing aircraft.

Scott Adams even drew a Dilbert comic strip about the controversy. The Dogbert character does not mince words.

Now, NBAA and GAMA have launched a new Web site, No Plane No Gain, to defend the business aviation industry and educate the public.

What would you tell Congress or the public about the use of corporate jets in this economic climate? How would you defend corporate aviation in general?

Click the comments link to contribute.

Million Air Tucson Opens to Offer Hospitality and 345 Days of Sun

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When you step through the door of Million Air Tucson, you’ll know you’ve arrived. Our first-class facility opened for business in January 2009. Arizona’s only Million Air Jet Center is strategically located on the north side of Tucson International Airport. Our optimal airfield position at the corner of Valencia and Campbell provides visitors with easy access to facilities and the fastest, most direct route to public thoroughfares. There’s no better situation on the field at KTUS.
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