Newly Renovated General Aviation Federal Inspection Station Officially Opens at Sheltair’s Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International FBO Complex

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Opening ceremonies for the nearly $2 million renovation of the 10,000 square foot general aviation U.S. Customs entryway to the United States at Broward County’s Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, were held on Thursday, February 11. Attending were officials from U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the Broward County Aviation Department, Sheltair, elected officials and many of the region’s business leaders. 
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Ask AC-U-KWIK: CBP "Designated" Airports

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I’m familiar with “Landing Rights” and “User Fee” classifications that the Customs and Border Patrol assign airports. But why do I sometimes see the word “designated” added to these descriptions?

There are currently 31 airports that have been deemed “designated” airports by the CBP. These airports are located along the southern border of the United States. If you are flying from the Caribbean or from Mexico, you are required to land at one of these “designated” airports before you proceed to your final U.S. destination. While the possibility of contraband (such as illicit drugs) entering the U.S. is a reality for all customs agents, incidents involving aircraft coming from Mexico and the Caribbean are much more common, and specialized inspection procedures at these airports focus on that fact. However, it is possible to receive a “Southern Border Overflight Exemption” from the CBP that allows a flight to bypass this rule. Please see the CBP website for details and an application at www.cbp.gov.

House ATC Privatization Bill Advances; NBAA Continues Opposition

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Following a House Committee’s Feb. 11 passage of controversial legislation for privatizing the nation’s air traffic control (ATC) system, National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) President and CEO Ed Bolen today said the association would remain undeterred in opposing the bill as it makes its way through the legislative process.
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Pentastar Aviation Awarded STC for Hawker 800XP and 850XP Wi-Fi Compatibility

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Pentastar Aviation announces it has been issued Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) ST04055CH for certification of compatibility of wireless data technologies on Hawker 800XP and 850XP series aircraft.  This allows operators to approve the use of portable electronic devices onboard aircraft with wireless networks or Wi-Fi hot spots for their passengers.  
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NBAA Announces Recipients of 2016 Schedulers & Dispatchers Scholarship

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and its Schedulers & Dispatchers (S&D) Committee today announced that $44,450 in scholarship funds will be awarded to individuals seeking to advance their aviation careers through continuing education. These individuals were recognized during the 2016 NBAA Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference (SDC2016), taking place Jan. 19 to 22 in Tampa, FL.
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NBAA Announces Recipients of 2016 Schedulers & Dispatchers Training Scholarship

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and its Schedulers & Dispatchers (S&D) Committee announce the recipients of the 2016 Schedulers & Dispatchers Training Scholarship. These individuals will be recognized during the 2016 NBAA Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference (SDC2016), taking place Jan. 19 to 22 in Tampa, FL.
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Pentastar Aviation Charter, Inc. renews Wyvern Wingman Certificate

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Following an in-depth onsite audit conducted by Wyvern Consulting, Ltd. in October 2015, Pentastar Aviation Charter, Inc. has received renewal of their status as a Wyvern Wingman operator. The Wingman Standard provides a safety benchmark that allows customers to assess performance expectations against recognized industry best operating practices when purchasing air charter services.
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ASK AC-U-KWIK: What Booth Number will AC-U-KWIK be at the 2016 Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference?

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Visit us at booth #708 to learn more about the Aviation Week Network.

We'll be giving away a free Kate Spade bag! Enter with one of the ways below:

1. Learn about the leading brands that Aviation Week Network has to offer. And yes – we’re going to quiz you!

2. Take advantage of our show specials and purchase the products you need to get the job done, including AC-U-KWIK directories, mobile apps and more!

3. Attend a demo of our online data solutions, like AC-U-KWIK Worldwide Online and Air Charter Guide’s new feature, FlyEasy.

Good luck!

We look forward to seeing you there!