AOPA Helps Pilots Learn from Others' Mistakes
/The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association's Air Safety Foundation (AOPA-ASF) helps pilots avoid accidents by learning from their peers' mistakes.
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General Dynamics-Jet Aviation Deal to Boost Gulfstream MRO Capacity
/General Dynamics' recently announced acquisition of Jet Aviation will enable it to service aircraft in countries where sales of GA aircraft, particularly of its Gulfstream models, are spiking.
Read MoreTWC Aviation Completes Move to Van Nuys Airport
/TWC Aviation, Inc., announced the completion of its move to its custom-built hangar and office complex at the Van Nuys Airport in California. The new headquarters features the latest technology to support 24-hour worldwide operations while providing world-class amenities to its aircraft owners and charter clients. The attached 45,000-square-foot hangar with state-of-the-art security and video surveillance can accommodate private jets of all sizes.
Read MoreRegister to Win Free ODV Tractor from Hammonds
/Here’s a reminder from The Hammonds Companies of Houston: Only four more months remain in their first ever “Go ODV 2008 Give Away!” And with the excitement generated for this promotion thus far, Carl Hammonds wants to personally invite the ground support industry to get on board and register to win this highly sought after prize.
Read MoreJet and Turboprop Shipments Set Records
/Shipments and billings for GA jets and turboprops set records in the second quarter, according to the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA).
Read MoreAirventure Fuels a Positive Industry Outlook
/Although it often showcases unusual innovations, such as a jet pack that latches to humans, the Experimental Aircraft Association's annual AirVenture show remains a good metric for gauging GA industry health, industry leaders say.
Read MoreBusiness Jet Center Goes Green on Ramp
/Business Jet Center is doing its part to help promote a greener airport environment. It is replacing its gas-powered ramp courtesy and utility vehicles with electric models and has stepped up efforts to keep the ramp environment free of foreign object debris (FOD) with the latest ramp cleaning technology.
Read MoreNATA Launches First Aviation Seminar at Sea
/The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) is christening the first aviation seminar at sea with the introduction of “How to Build a More Successful FBO.”
Read MoreAero Taxi (ILG) Gears Up to Serve NASCAR Attendees Bound for the Dover Downs This Racing Season
/Aero Taxi, Inc., and Avfuel Corporation have announced that the full-service FBO of New Castle County Airport (ILG) will be serving spectators, visitors and race crews bound for the NASCAR Sprint Cup, the Nationwide Series and the Camping World Series. This year the Dover International Speedway, a long-time fixture on the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series schedule, celebrates its 40th season. Events include the “Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup,” the NASCAR Nationwide Series and the NASCAR Camping World Series East Sept. 19 – 21, 2008.
Read MoreScott Fowler Named Air Routing International’s Chief Marketing Officer
/Scott Fowler officially joined Air Routing International as Chief Marketing Officer and will support Air Routing International’s sales and marketing efforts.
Read MoreFAA Grants PMA for Two Cabin Entertainment Products
/Flight Display Systems, the price-performance leader in developing cabin entertainment products, has received FAA Parts Manufacturing Approval (PMA) for two popular cabin entertainment products: the Flight View Camera and the Satellite Radio Amplifier.
Read MoreTraffic Safety Store Launches New Aviation Focused Sales Effort
/Internet retailor of traffic safety products, The Traffic Safety Store announced it had recently launched a new sales division to focus on the aviation community in North America.
Read MoreBig Sky Aviation of New Jersey Joins Avfuel as Newest Branded Dealer
/Avfuel Corporation announced that fixed-base operator Big Sky Aviation of Millville Airport (KMIV) and Cape May Airport (KWWD) has joined its nationwide network of branded Avfuel dealers. To kick off the alliance, Big Sky Aviation is offering double AVTRIP points on all fuel purchases until October 22, 2008. This means that each gallon of fuel purchased earns the pilot four (4) AVTRIP points.
Read MoreAAAE Meetings Give GA Players a Reality Check
/The recent American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) Air Service/Energy Task Force meeting and related Energy/Air Service summit enabled GA and commercial players to share operational changes they have made in order to sustain business in the wake of rising fuel prices.
Read MoreSearching for 100LL's Successor
/Two weeks ago, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) selected the X PRIZE Foundation to create monetary incentives for developing renewable aviation fuels and technologies. The financial push is expected to speed the development of alternative products, but the process outlined by the X PRIZE Foundation and FAA is expected to take roughly eight years.
Read MoreDavid Chesmore Joins Engineering Team at Flight Display Systems
/David Chesmore has been named Product Engineer for Flight Display Systems, a leading manufacturer of affordable in-flight entertainment systems. In this new position, Chesmore will be responsible for sustaining engineering standards and development of new products.
Read MoreCBAA Announces Appointment of New President and CEO
/Doug Ware, Chair of the Board of Directors, is please to announce the appointment of Sam Barone as CBAA President and CEO, effective August 25, 2008.
Read MoreAJS/Elite Limousine Service, Inc - Ryders Cup Rates
/Please be advised that Thursday, September 18, 2008, through Sunday, September 21, should be marked as a Special Event. This is the 2008 Ryders Cup Event in Louisville, Ky.
Read MoreNorthAmerican Flight Services Now Participates in Avfuel Contract Fuel
/NorthAmerican Flight Services and Avfuel Corporation have jointly announced that the Avfuel Contract Fuel program is now available for jet-fuel savings at the Saratoga Count-based fixed-base operation (5B2). As part of this alliance, NorthAmerican will also offer qualified pilots AVTRIP points on fuel purchases.
Read MoreRed River Turbines Awarded FAR Part 145 Certificate
/Red River Turbines (RRT), a leader in turbine engine overhaul, has been awarded an FAR Part 145 Repair Station Certificate.
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