Phillips 66 Aviation Hires Kim Ruth to Lead Programs Development

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Phillips 66 Aviation, the nation’s largest network of branded aviation fuel dealers, today announced the appointment of Kimberly Ruth as director, programs development for general aviation. Ruth replaces Rosemary Leone, an avid pilot and aircraft owner who recently retired from Phillips 66 after holding the position for five years, and working at the organization for more than 10. Ruth will report to Greg Hart, manager, general aviation, and work out of Bartlesville, Okla.
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A Challenge of Maintaining the Fastest Growing Rotorcraft Fleet in the World

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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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Vote for the Best Aviation Movies in Round Two

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Voting for the second round in the Aviation Blockbuster Bracket presented by AC-U-KWIK is open until the end of the day on Wednesday, May 6.

Two of the No. 1 seeds — The Flight of the Phoenix and The Blue Max — lost to more popular people's choices — Airplane! and Stanley Kubrick's Dr. Strangelove ... — in the first round.

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

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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.

Vote for Your Favorite Aviation Movie

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AC-U-KWIK Presents the

Aviation Blockbuster Bracket

 

With summer blockbuster season coming soon to a theater near you, the AC-U-KWIK crew has been talking about classic movies set in the world of aviation. Help us narrow down this field of 32 films to one favorite aviation film.

Vote for your favorites in the Aviation Blockbuster Bracket now. Voting for round two will open next Thursday.

Follow the discussion on AC-U-KWIK’s Facebook page and on Twitter with hashtag #aviationblockbuster.

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Business Spotlight: TAC Air to Construct New Executive Terminal

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TAC Air will soon break ground on a new world-class executive terminal at the Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport (LIT) in Little Rock, Arkansas. The well-appointed facility will feature amenities such as a conference room, pilot lounge, flight planning area, and passenger waiting. In addition, there will be a theater room, outdoor patio and pilot rest areas. Completion of the project is expected by spring 2016.

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

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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

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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

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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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