Pre-Owned Aircraft Sales Search for Stability in Failing Economy

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The end of the third quarter of 2008 brought havoc and chaos to our national and global economies. Consider the devastation of a violent act of Mother Nature. Everything in the radius of destruction gets annihilated, without concern for good or bad, passive or active, aware or unaware. Corporate aircraft sales could not dodge the violence of the economic meltdown. In the wake of economic failure, the aircraft market is searching for stability.
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Float Plane Bound for Papua New Guinea Lands at Business Jet Center, Love Field

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Samaritan Aviation’s refurbished amphibious float plane landed at Business Jet Center, DAL, as part of a nationwide tour before being deployed to Papua New Guinea (PNG) in a medical relief role including emergency evacuations, patient transports and medical supply deliveries. Named ‘The Spirit of Paradise,’ the refurbished Cessna 206 aircraft is equipped with floats, which will allow the aircraft to be used as a lifeline for more than 500,000 people who live in remote villages along the rugged North Coast of PNG and the Sepik River.
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Destin Jet (DTS) Joins Avfuel Network of Branded FBOs to Offer Contract Fuel and Refueling Rewards

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Destin Jet (DTS), the new luxury fixed-base operator serving the panhandle of Florida, has joined the Avfuel network of branded FBOs to offer both the AVTRIP rewards program and Avfuel Contract Fuel. The partnership links Destin Jet to Avfuel's broad audience of thousands of flight departments and well over 40,000 AVTRIP member pilots. This FBO plans to start fueling operations before the New Year.
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Million Air (RME), a New Aviation Service Provider, Joins Avfuel

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Million Air – RME, a fixed-base operator located in Rome, N.Y., opened for business in October and joined the Avfuel-branded dealer network. This FBO occupies the space on the field formerly owned by Oneida County, and intends to renovate the area to suit the Million Air brand. Large renovations and build-outs are scheduled for 2009: a corporate hangar is set for completion in June of 2009, and a new FBO terminal building is set for completion in the fall.
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Avfuel-Branded Dealer Davis Flight Support (2Q3) Completes Facility Remodeling Project

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Davis Flight Support, a luxury fixed-base operator located at Yolo County Airport (2Q3), has just finished a complete remodeling of its 9000 square foot facility. The new facility is attached to its existing 20,000 square foot hangar. Founded in 2006 to satisfy the need in the greater Sacramento area for a premium, full-service FBO, Davis Flight Support has earned its reputation as one of the top aviation providers serving the regions of Sacramento, Davis, Woodland and Vacaville in Northern California.
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Recently Branded Avfuel Fixed-Base Operator Utah Jet Center (LGU) Reports New Management

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Utah Jet Center, LLC, an Avfuel-branded dealer, has recently undergone a change in management and significant renovations. Operations Manager Cyndi Wiser and her colleagues have brought years of aviation experience and expertise to the FBO. As a result, today Utah Jet Center seamlessly continues its long-standing tradition of delivering top-notch service.
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Avfuel’s Nationwide Pilot Promotion, “The Great Fly-In,” Concludes on a High Note

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Avfuel’s popular aviation e-club for pilots, AVCLUB (www.avclubrewards.com), has completed its latest nationwide pilot promotion as of October 1, 2008. Winners, who had to be AVCLUB members in order to qualify and play “The Great Fly-In,” have now been determined and will soon receive their awards of gifts or AVTRIP points.
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Avfuel Welcomes 41 Fixed Base Operations to Network of Avfuel-Branded Dealers

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Avfuel released numbers today that show 41 FBOs have joined the Avfuel network of nationwide dealers since the first of the year. These FBOs now offer AVTRIP points on qualified fuel purchases, display Avfuel signage and enjoy membership in a broad network of highly visible FBO dealers around the world. Branded dealers also receive tailored advertising and marketing plans from Avfuel’s marketing department.
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Million Air SAT of San Antonio, Texas, Joins Avfuel Branded Network

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Million Air of San Antonio, Texas, has joined the Avfuel-branded network of FBO dealers this fall as part of a decision that moves toward continued high-quality customer service. This year, Million Air (SAT) was rated one of the top FBOs in the nation in Aviation International News Magazine, a distinction reserved for only FBOs with an extent of excellent offerings and good customer service. With new renovations completed in the last year, Million Air offers both passengers and crew a top-quality environment for relaxing or preparing for the next flight.
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J.A. Air Center Moving to Chicagoland's Aurora Municipal Airport (KARR)

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A move and major expansion is nearing completion at J.A. Air Center. The longtime West Chicago-based (KDPA) service company is moving to Chicagoland's Aurora Municipal Airport (KARR). Sitting just outside the Class B Chicago airspace but with direct tollway access (no stoplights to the Chicago Loop), the new location is positioned perfectly for Chicago arrivals.
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Avfuel-Branded Dealer Riverhawk Aviation (HKY) Expands Company Offerings with Acquisitions

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Avfuel-branded dealer Riverhawk Aviation continues its expansion of fixed-base operation (FBO) offerings with the acquisitions of Profile Aviation and Carolina Air Charter. To support the expanded operations, Riverhawk Aviation has hired new employees and provided advanced training to the existing company-personnel. Riverhawk Aviation focuses on maximizing convenience, service and safety to all its customers, including business travelers, sports professionals, corporate banking institutions and universities.
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Banyan Avionics Continues Expansion of its High Speed Data Program

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Banyan’s avionics department has recently completed a High Speed Data/WI-FI installation on a Boeing Business Jet (BBJ). The installation was done at the customer’s home base during a minimum maintenance inspection. The existing Honeywell MCS-6000 Satellite Communication system was retrofitted with a Honeywell HD-710 and augmented with the EMS CNX-200 Router. Voice and Data services were provided by industry-leader Satcom Direct. The installation also included removing the legacy Magnastar telephone system and replacing it with the Iridium based ICS-200 with six wireless handsets from International Communications Group (ICG).
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Midwest Aviation Increases Business with Competitive Aviation Fuel Prices

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In a campaign to attract cross-country jet fuel stops, Midwest Aviation (KMML) continues to offer competitive fuel pricing options despite national price hikes and global crude oil spikes. As an Avfuel-branded FBO that offers Avfuel Contract Fuel, Midwest Aviation is able to offer jet fuel at competitive rates and keeps prices down on ramp fees and other aircraft services. As a result, this fall Midwest expects to attract more savvy flight departments who are “smart” flight planning their routes around the country to coincide with the best fuel and service rates.
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