Physical Challenges are Left Behind as KC Area Kids Take to the Skies

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Nearly 100 disabled and seriously ill children from the Kansas City area will experience the wonders of aviation at the upcoming Challenge Air “Fly Day,” hosted by Executive Beechcraft. This inspiring, once-in-a-lifetime introduction to aviation takes place on Saturday, October 11, 2008, from 9 am to 4 pm at the Kansas City Downtown Airport.
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Avfuel-Branded Dealer Riverhawk Aviation (HKY) Expands Company Offerings with Acquisitions

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Avfuel-branded dealer Riverhawk Aviation continues its expansion of fixed-base operation (FBO) offerings with the acquisitions of Profile Aviation and Carolina Air Charter. To support the expanded operations, Riverhawk Aviation has hired new employees and provided advanced training to the existing company-personnel. Riverhawk Aviation focuses on maximizing convenience, service and safety to all its customers, including business travelers, sports professionals, corporate banking institutions and universities.
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Banyan Avionics Continues Expansion of its High Speed Data Program

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Banyan’s avionics department has recently completed a High Speed Data/WI-FI installation on a Boeing Business Jet (BBJ). The installation was done at the customer’s home base during a minimum maintenance inspection. The existing Honeywell MCS-6000 Satellite Communication system was retrofitted with a Honeywell HD-710 and augmented with the EMS CNX-200 Router. Voice and Data services were provided by industry-leader Satcom Direct. The installation also included removing the legacy Magnastar telephone system and replacing it with the Iridium based ICS-200 with six wireless handsets from International Communications Group (ICG).
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Midwest Aviation Increases Business with Competitive Aviation Fuel Prices

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In a campaign to attract cross-country jet fuel stops, Midwest Aviation (KMML) continues to offer competitive fuel pricing options despite national price hikes and global crude oil spikes. As an Avfuel-branded FBO that offers Avfuel Contract Fuel, Midwest Aviation is able to offer jet fuel at competitive rates and keeps prices down on ramp fees and other aircraft services. As a result, this fall Midwest expects to attract more savvy flight departments who are “smart” flight planning their routes around the country to coincide with the best fuel and service rates.
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Jamestown Aviation Now Serving Chautauqua Lake Region With Avfuel-Branded Products and Services

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Jamestown Aviation Company (JHW) could see a higher volume of general aviation customers this year, attracted to the region by a new NASCAR-approved speedway. The Lake Erie Speedway is located 30 minutes from the full-service Jamestown FBO via Internet 86. It is an exciting addition to a region that is already ripe with attractions and activities for both visitors of business and leisure.
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TWC Aviation Completes Move to Van Nuys Airport

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

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

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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.
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