August 12, 2008

Airventure Fuels a Positive Industry Outlook

August 12, 2008/ Marsha Barancik

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.

August 07, 2008

Business Jet Center Goes Green on Ramp

August 07, 2008/ AC-U-KWIK

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.

August 01, 2008

NATA Launches First Aviation Seminar at Sea

August 01, 2008/ AC-U-KWIK

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.”

July 31, 2008

Aero Taxi (ILG) Gears Up to Serve NASCAR Attendees Bound for the Dover Downs This Racing Season

July 31, 2008/ AC-U-KWIK

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.

July 31, 2008

Scott Fowler Named Air Routing International’s Chief Marketing Officer

July 31, 2008/ AC-U-KWIK

Scott Fowler officially joined Air Routing International as Chief Marketing Officer and will support Air Routing International’s sales and marketing efforts.

July 29, 2008

FAA Grants PMA for Two Cabin Entertainment Products

July 29, 2008/ AC-U-KWIK

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.

July 28, 2008

Traffic Safety Store Launches New Aviation Focused Sales Effort

July 28, 2008/ AC-U-KWIK

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.

July 28, 2008

Big Sky Aviation of New Jersey Joins Avfuel as Newest Branded Dealer

July 28, 2008/ AC-U-KWIK

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.

July 22, 2008

AAAE Meetings Give GA Players a Reality Check

July 22, 2008/ Marsha Barancik

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.

July 22, 2008

Searching for 100LL's Successor

July 22, 2008/ Marsha Barancik

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.

July 21, 2008

David Chesmore Joins Engineering Team at Flight Display Systems

July 21, 2008/ AC-U-KWIK

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.

July 17, 2008

CBAA Announces Appointment of New President and CEO

July 17, 2008/ AC-U-KWIK

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.

July 16, 2008

AJS/Elite Limousine Service, Inc - Ryders Cup Rates

July 16, 2008/ AC-U-KWIK

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.

July 14, 2008

NorthAmerican Flight Services Now Participates in Avfuel Contract Fuel

July 14, 2008/ AC-U-KWIK

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.

July 14, 2008

Red River Turbines Awarded FAR Part 145 Certificate

July 14, 2008/ AC-U-KWIK

Red River Turbines (RRT), a leader in turbine engine overhaul, has been awarded an FAR Part 145 Repair Station Certificate.

July 08, 2008

Customs Hotline Channels More International Flights to So-Cal FBOs

July 08, 2008/ Marsha Barancik

FBOs around San Diego are receiving more overseas flights. The area's new user fee customs service enables certain flights to clear customs at FBOs without having to land at busy international airports.

July 08, 2008

Charter Operators and FBOs Seek to Scoop up Airline Fliers

July 08, 2008/ Marsha Barancik

At the 2008 NATA Air Charter Summit last month, various speakers and participants agreed that the charter industry could greatly benefit from service cuts made by ailing commercial carriers.

July 02, 2008

Banyan to Exhibit at LABACE

July 02, 2008/ AC-U-KWIK

Banyan Air Service, Inc., based at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport in Florida, will be exhibiting at LABACE (Booth 3005) August 14-16, 2008, at the Congonhas Airport in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

June 30, 2008

El Aero Aviation Has a New President

June 30, 2008/ AC-U-KWIK

Kathy Gilbert will be flying in new circles soon, as she bids goodbye to Nevada. Serving the aviation community for the past 23 years, she rose through the ranks of the company from Controller to President of the company in 1991. She successfully managed El Aero aviation businesses in Ely, Carson City and Elko, Nev.

June 24, 2008

GAMA and NBAA Publicly Attack Comments on GA

June 24, 2008/ Marsha Barancik

Both the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) and National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) this week publicly refuted claims about GA recently broadcast by external parties.

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