Air Routing International Prepares to Launch Online Trip Support Tools for Flight Departments
/Air Routing International plans to introduce the next round of its comprehensive suite of self-serve flight support tools for international and domestic flight departments at the 2009 NBAA convention.
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New HDMI to CAT5 Products are Missing Link for Aircraft HD
/Flight Display Systems is pleased to introduce the HDMI to CAT5E/6 Transmitter and Receiver product set. These new products make it easier than ever to run High-Definition (HD) video throughout the aircraft cabin.
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Limousine Eighteen Rebrands as M7 Transportation
/Limousine 18, Ltd., is now conducting business as M7 Transportation, Ltd. The name change is the result of a rebranding that focuses on the company's continued growth of corporate ground transportation services and global reach.
Read MoreAircraft Values Neutralize After Descent
/Aircraft values reported in the previous quarter were in a spiral dive, but the economy’s pilot now appears to have neutralized the rapid descent.
For the most part, values have arrived at ground level. Inventories have shown signs of stability with little or no growth in units for sale. Other market indicators show signs of neutralization as well. Aircraft dealers and brokers report that interest has increased. Phones are ringing more with potential buyers on the line. Compared to the 2005 baseline real gross domestic product, GDP declined 1.0 percent in the second quarter of 2009 after declining 6.4 percent in the first quarter. These indicators support the signs of neutralization in the marketplace, though the used aircraft market has no reason to rally.
Read MoreWhy Does My FBO Receive Several Different Forms from AC-U-KWIK Each Year?
/Q: Why does my FBO receive several different forms from AC-U-KWIK each year?
Read MoreCapital City Jet Center Stresses Customer Service in Columbus
/Since Bolton Field opened in Columbus, Ohio, in 1969, several companies have provided FBO services there. But none established a true high-end corporate jet facility.
At times, good customer service was nonexistent. Aircraft would land, pull up to the gate and be greeted by an empty passenger terminal. The flight crews would be left to wander around the airport looking for line service, only to be told, “Sorry, we’re out of fuel.”
Those days have changed.
Read MoreAugust 19: Find Low JetA and 100LL Fuel Prices Across the Country
/Find low JetA and 100LL fuel prices for your region. Also, learn how the prices in your area compare to others around the country.
2009-2010 AC-U-KWIK Managers' World Edition and Global CD-ROM Now Available
/AC-U-KWIK's 2009-2010 Managers' World Edition and Global CD-ROM are now available.
Each product is available separately or as a bundle.
Read MoreJeff Hammonds Named GM of All Divisions of The Hammonds Companies
/Jeff Hammonds has been appointed general manager for The Hammonds Companies, a Houston-based manufacturer involved in the ground support industry.
FabCorp, a global fabrication and machining company also headquartered in Houston, now owns The Hammonds Companies. FabCorp CEO Allan Hohman made the staffing announcement this week. "In the short time I’ve worked with Jeff, I've come to trust and rely on his professional judgment," Hohman said.
Read MoreHistory of the Term FBO
/Wikipedia's entry for fixed base operator traces the origin of the term FBO from barn-stormers landing in fields through the Civil Aeronautics Board.
Three Engineers Hired for Research and Development Team
/Flight Display Systems announced Thursday that it hired three top engineers who would support the company's Research and Development team.
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Western Aircraft Inc (BOI) Completes Interior Design Shop for Jets to Accompany Line Up of Aviation Services
/Avfuel-branded dealer and fixed-base operator Western Aircraft (BOI) has announced the completion and grand opening of its new interior shop for aircraft. The fully-operational Interior Re-Completion Center focuses on major interior refurbishments for large business jets and turboprop aircraft. The new shop occupies more than 10,000 square feet of storage space.
Read MoreBusiness Jet Access Offers Falcon 900 for Charter
/Business Jet Access (BJA), a leading aviation services provider, has added a Falcon 900B to its FAR Part 135 Air Carrier Certificate. The aircraft, which has a seating configuration for up to 13 passengers, is a low-time aircraft and has an intercontinental range of approximately 4,300 nautical miles.
Read MoreSheltAir Aviation Services Opens for Business at the Pompano Beach Air Park (PMP)
/SheltAir Aviation Services is pleased to announce the expansion of its FBO network and real estate holdings with the addition of property at the Pompano Beach Air Park (PMP) in Pompano Beach, Fla. This brings the SheltAir FBO network to 13 full-service FBOs.
Read MoreSmyrna Air Center (MQY) Joins the Avfuel Network of Branded FBO Dealers on Offering Aviation Fuel and Services
/Avfuel Corporation announced that Smyrna Air Center has joined the Avfuel-branded network of FBO dealers in offering fuel and related services to the corporate and general aviation industry. In addition, Smyrna Air Center has expanded its aviation-related services to offer engine conversion capabilities through its Power90 King Air program.
Read MoreChristopher Wray Leads Banyan into Falcon Maintenance
/Banyan Air Service at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport has hired Christopher Wray as its new Falcon crew leader.
"Banyan is extremely pleased to welcome Chris Wray to our team as our new Falcon crew leader," director of maintenance Dave Valenta said. "With his more than 35 years experience in the service, inspection, maintenance and operations of corporate aircraft, he brings a wealth of knowledge and experience."
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