Vito Gomes recognized within the Top 100 Indian Leaders in the Arab World by Forbes Middle East
/Vito Gomes, founder & managing director of Aviation Services Management (ASM), has been recognized for his outstanding work and contribution to the Arab World by being included in Forbes Middle East’s ‘Top 100 Indian Leaders in the Arab World’ for the third consecutive year.
Read MoreCSE Citation Centre Renews Authorization as Cessna Citation Service Centre
/CSE Citation Centre, A BBA Aviation plc company, recently renewed its Cessna Authorized Service Facility agreement making it the only independent Cessna Authorized Service Facility in the UK. The renewed accreditation allows CSE to expand upon the excellent customer service it has provided to Cessna Citation customers in the UK and Europe for over the last 27 years.
Read MorePentastar Aviation Partners with Chicago Jet Group to Provide CPDLC/FANS-1/A+ Solution for Gulfstream Aircraft
/Pentastar Aviation announced today it has entered into a strategic alliance with Chicago Jet Group (CJG) to market and install CJG’s Controller Pilot Data Link (CPDLC) Future Air Navigation System (FANS) 1/A+ Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for Gulfstream aircraft.
Read MorePentastar Aviation Successfully Renews Stage 2 IS-BAO Registration
/Following an in-depth audit conducted by third party International Standards for Business Aircraft Operations (IS-BAO) accredited auditors, Pentastar Aviation, LLC and Pentastar Aviation Charter, Inc. successfully renewed their Stage 2 IS-BAO Registration. Pentastar’s operations have been IS-BAO Registered since April 2010.
Read MoreAtlantic Aviation Expands In Mountain Region
/Atlantic Aviation announced that it has entered into an agreement to purchase the assets of Black Canyon Jet Center in Montrose, Colorado (KMTJ). The transaction is expected to close on or about June 1, 2016, subject to satisfaction of usual and customary airport consents. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Read MoreNBAA Board Member Receives Business Aviation Meritorious Service Award
/Doug Schwartz, a longtime member of NBAA’s board of directors, today received the Flight Safety Foundation’s (FSF’s) annual Business Aviation Meritorious Service Award, which recognizes individuals for outstanding service and contributions to business aviation safety.
Read MoreNBAA Names Recipients of 2016 Maintenance Scholarships
/The Maintenance Committee of the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) is awarding the 2016 Maintenance Technical Reward and Career Scholarships (TRACS) at the Association’s Maintenance Management Conference, opening today in Kansas City, MO.
Read MoreGama Aviation Gears Up for Surge in Flights Around Kentucky Derby
/Gama Aviation, has increased its AOG peak period support in preparation for the large wave of private jets and spectators expected to travel into Louisville this coming weekend for the Kentucky Derby. As one of the biggest sporting events of the year, drawing crowds of over 150,000, the race weekend is expected to see around 300 private aircraft fly in racegoers from across the globe.
Read MoreGeneral Aviation Community Praises FAA Part 23 Rulemaking and Urges Rule Completion in 2016
/On the eve of an FAA public hearing in College Park, GA on the Part 23 notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM), a coalition of general aviation leaders today applauded the FAA’s efforts to improve safety and make it easier to bring new products to market for the light general aviation sector, while strongly encouraging the agency to finish its work on the issue by the end of 2016.
Read MoreSheltair develops new facilities at Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV)
/Having recently announced expansion plans at the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Republic Airport (FRG) in New York, Sheltair is now expanding at the Savannah Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) with a $3.1 million state-of-the-art hangar and office complex of nearly 25,000 square feet of space strategically located adjacent to the Sheltair FBO and Gulfstream Service Center.
Read MoreMinot Aero Center’s (KMOT) Newly Renovated Facility Joins Culture and Comfort
/Minot Aero Center, a member of the Avfuel Network, refreshed its FBO facility with renovations that offer customers an updated space to relax and enjoy art while staff get to work.
Read MorePentastar Aviation Sponsorship of the Bell’s Beer Bayview Mackinac Race Renewed to 2017
/Pentastar Aviation announced today that it will extend its sponsorship of the Bell’s Beer Bayview Mackinac Race until 2017. Pentastar first became a sponsor of the race in 2015. The race, organized by the century-old Bayview Yacht Club, is in its 92nd running and begins July 16 in Port Huron and concludes at Mackinac Island on July 22.
Read MoreNATA Announces Industry Excellence Awards Recipients
/The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) announced the recipients of its Industry Excellence Awards given annually to individuals, offices, and organizations that have helped improve the general aviation community.
Read MoreAtlantic Opens first dedicated Corporate Hangar at LAX
/At its grand opening dedication this week, Atlantic showcased its massive hangar at LAX. The hangar is 37,000 sq. ft. with an additional 5,000 sq. ft. of office space. The door height is 28 ft. and capable of housing a Gulfstream 650/Global Express. The hangar can host 5 Gulfstreams without stacking.
Read MoreNBAA Names Recipient of Dale 'Potsy' McBurney Aviation Scholarship
/National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Charities today announced Marne Burghoffer as this year’s recipient of the Dale “Potsy” McBurney Aviation Scholarship. The award will be presented at NBAA's Flight Attendants/Flight Technicians Conference in Delray Beach, FL, June 21 to 23.
Read MorePentastar Aviation to Bring Clean Air to Aircraft Cabins
/Pentastar Aviation announced today they have established a marketing and distribution relationship with Aviation Clean Air, creator of the only proactive air and surface purification system available for any aircraft. Pentastar Aviation will distribute and install the Clean Air Cabin ionization system from its repair station based at Oakland County International Airport (KPTK).
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