GA Industry and EPA Prepare to Get the Lead out of Avgas

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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has formally begun the regulatory process required by the Clean Air Act that may ultimately result in standards mandating the general aviation industry’s transition to unleaded aviation gasoline (avgas).

The EPA has issued an advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPR), which is a key opportunity for the GA community to comment on this possible new environmental standard and the development of a plan for identifying, evaluating and transitioning to an unleaded fuel.

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Avfuel-Branded FBO Ranger Jet Center Resumes Brand Presence, Management of FBO at Orlando/Kissimmee Gateway Airport (ISM)

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Ranger Jet Center has returned to business at the Orlando/Kissimmee Gateway Airport (ISM). The fixed-base operation (FBO), under another management and brand for two years, is now named Ranger Jet Center again, to reflect its resumed management, and will continue to offer the same line-up of top quality customer and aircraft services it always has.
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NATA Announces Industry Excellence Award Recipients to be Honored On April 21st

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The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) annually recognizes individuals, offices and organizations demonstrating excellence in their field and the highest level of customer service. NATA's Industry Excellence Awards are given to exceptional individuals and organizations that have helped improve the general aviation community.
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Lehigh Valley Aviation Services Renews Branding Agreement with Avfuel

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Lehigh Valley Aviation Services has renewed its branding agreement with Avfuel Corporation, fuel and services supplier to the aviation industry. The renewal means that Lehigh Valley Aviation Services will continue to offer excellent prices on jet fuel via the Avfuel Contract Fuel program, as well as the AVTRIP rewards program for pilots.

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Nextant Gives Beechjet 400A/XP Extreme Makeover

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Nextant Aerospace of Richmond Heights, Ohio, has an approved STC essentially to remanufacture the Beechjet 400A/XP series. Completed aircraft will be marketed as the 400NEXT.

This endeavor is a serious ground-up modernization program. It starts with the airframe stripped to the hull. Nextant replaces all wiring. A complete suite of Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 avionics is installed.

Nextant installs a complete custom interior with all of the amenities of a 21st century work and digital entertainment environment. Window treatments are the latest technology. Zero-time landing gear, fresh inspections, winglets and custom paint are completed.

Finally, existing engines are replaced with the new Stage 4 Williams International FJ44-3AP, offering superior:

  • Economy
  • Range
  • Speed
  • Cabin comfort

Nextant is offering all of this in a value package that will catch buyers’ eyes.

The aircraft caught our eye a few days ago. Aircraft Bluebook–Price Digest and AC-U-KWIK staff members had a chance to see the 400NEXT during a stop at MKC. Check out our video tour above and photo gallery.

Nextant's photo gallery and Web site provide more details.