Media Advisory: Industry Meeting Will Prompt Dialogue Between CBP Officials, GA Community
/Anyone who flies internationally and uses the services of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is encouraged to attend a roundtable discussion at Kendall-Tamiami Airport (TMB) in Miami on Sept. 13.
Read MoreDespite Heavy Rains and Flooding, Avfuel-Branded Hawthorne Aviation at New Orleans’ Lakefront Airport (KNEW) is Open, Operational
/Despite a deluge of floodwaters and debris caused by Hurricane Isaac, New Orleans’ historic Lakefront Airport (KNEW) and Avfuel-branded Hawthorne Global Aviation Services – the full-service FBO formerly known as AeroPremier Jet Center – are open and operational.
Read MoreFBO Profile: Shanghai Hawker Pacific Business Aviation Service Centre
/Last March, the business aviation spotlight shined brightly on Shanghai at the relaunch of the Asian Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition (ABACE). While the show was considered a rousing success by nearly all accounts, for the host venue, Shanghai Hawker Pacific Business Aviation Service Centre–the soleFBO at Hongqiao International Airport–the event served as a golden opportunity to showcase itself.
Read MoreAfrica's Aviation Industry Integral to Economic Development
/The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reinforced its commitment to African aviation and called on industry and government leaders in Central West Africa to work together to make aviation an even more integral part of African economic development and integration. Safety, regional cooperation and global standards for infrastructure funding were highlighted as key issues which must be addressed.
Read MoreNBAA Salutes American Hero Neil Armstrong
/The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) hailed the legacy of Neil Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon, who died Saturday of complications from heart surgery.
Read MoreBlue Ash Airport Ends Operations Today
/Today is the last day of operations at Blue Ash Airport, bringing its 91 years of aviation service in the region to an end.
Read MoreGeneral Aviation in Alaska Will Be Celebrated Sept. 17
/On Sept. 17, the significance of general aviation will be highlighted at a special event called "Celebrating General Aviation in Alaska," to be held at Signature Flight Support at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC).
Read MoreFedEx Express to Receive NBAA's Ueltschi Humanitarian Award
/The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) announced that FedEx Express, a division of FedEx Corp., and its founder, Frederick W. Smith, would be honored with the 2012 Al Ueltschi Humanitarian Award, which recognizes the use of aviation for humanitarian purposes.
Read MoreNBAA to Honor Bob Breiling with Doswell Award
/The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) announced that aviation accident statistician and former NBAA Director Robert E. Breiling would receive the 2012 NBAA John P. “Jack” Doswell Award.
Read MoreChicagoland FBOs Look for Hole-in-One Serving World’s Prime Golf Event
/Long before one of the world’s biggest golf events, the Ryder Cup, tees off September 28 at Medinah Country Club outside Chicago, two nearby fixed base operators have prepared for a blitz of executive flight activity from corporate sponsors, fans, celebrities, journalists and international visitors.
Read MoreBusiness Jet Access Receives ARG/US Platinum Re-Certification
/Business Jet Access (BJA), a leading aviation services provider, has received a Platinum rating re-certification by Aviation Research Group/US (ARG/US) following a bi-annual audit. In addition, BJA earned certification for Stage 2 of the International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations (IS-BAO).
Read MoreFuelerLinx Develops New Multi-leg Tankering Calculator
/FuelerLinx announced its newest feature, the Multi-leg Tankering Calculator, was set to make a huge impact on the way flight departments utilize their fuel price analysis software.
Read MoreSTC Approved: Garmin GTN 650/750 for Citation 500 Series
/JETTECH, a leader in developing affordable aftermarket aircraft solutions, announced today the issuance of an FAA Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for installing the new touchscreen Garmin GTN 650/750 GPS/NAV/COM on Cessna Citation 500 series aircraft to include models 500, 501, 550, 551, S550 and 560.
Read More'Too Good to Be True': Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons to Perform at NBAA/CAN Soiree
/The original Jersey Boys, the legendary Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, will light up the room for those attending this year’s NBAA/CAN Soiree, “An Evening With Angels,” to be held during NBAA’s 65th Annual Meeting & Convention on Wednesday, October 31, at the Peabody Hotel in Orlando, Fla.
Read MoreUniversal Aviation Opens Bermuda FBO
/Universal Aviation opened a dedicated business aviation FBO at Bermuda L.F. Wade International Airport late last week.
Read MoreAir Elite FBO Network Strengthens Commitment to Superior Service
/The Air Elite Network of FBOs announced it has registered with The Ritz-Carlton Leadership Center and ServiceElements™ for specialized customer service training solutions.
Read MoreUVair FBO Network Announces 2 New Members, Bravo Bonus Points at All 16 Locations
/The UVair FBO NetworkSM, an alliance between EPIC™ and UVair® Fuel Program, has added two new member FBOs, bringing the total number of FBOs in the network to 16.
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