Eleven FBOs Sign on With Phillips 66 Aviation
/Phillips 66 Aviation announced the addition of 11 FBOs to the network.
Read MoreBusiness Aviation Airport and Airport Services Changes for Week Ending March 30, 2017
/With input from airport managers, FBO managers and contacts at aviation service providers around the world, AC-U-KWIK regularly updates its database and directories. Review some of the important additions and changes to data published on ACUKWIK.com from the last seven or so days.
Read MorePentastar Aviation Awarded STC for Gulfstream GIV-X (G350/G450) Wi-Fi Compatibility
/Pentastar Aviation has been issued Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) ST04188CH for certification of compatibility of wireless data technologies on Gulfstream Aerospace GIV-X (G350/G450) series aircraft. Award of this STC allows operators to approve the use of Transmitting Portable Electronic Devices (TPED) onboard aircraft with wireless networks or Wi-Fi hot spots for their passengers.
Read MoreAmerican Aero FTW Hosts NBAA Regional
/After opening the doors to a new, world-class facility at Meacham International Airport less than two months ago, American Aero FTW served as the host FBO for the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Regional Forum in Fort Worth. The one-day event brought together current and prospective business aircraft owners, operators, manufacturers, customers, and other business aviation professionals.
Read MoreFAA’s New Regulatory Consistency Communication Board Will Benefit Aviation Businesses
/The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) released the procedures governing the agency’s new Regulatory Consistency Communication Board (RCCB) including how the industry is to bring matters to its attention. The RCCB will provide clarification to internal and external stakeholders on questions related to potential inconsistent regulatory interpretations by the agency’s regions and district offices.
Read MoreMarch 27, 2017: Updated Fuel Prices Now Available
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Atlantic PDX Moves Into New FBO
/Atlantic Aviation has recently completed construction on a new FBO project development in Portland, Oregon. The campus includes two 30,000-square-foot hangars, capable of housing aircraft up to G-650 and Global 6000. Additionally, there is 15,490 square feet of prime office/shop space. The FBO terminal is 12,112 square-foot with auto parking for 235 vehicles.
Read MoreWest Star Aviation Receives ODA Approval
/West Star Aviation is pleased to announce its Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) Procedures Manual (PM) Rev. C received FAA approval. West Star is now delegated to accept Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICAs). The ICA delegated acceptance authority will enable West Star to be in better control of Supplemental Type Certificates (STC) schedule.
Read MoreMeridian Acquires New Hangar At Teterboro Airport
/Meridian announced that it has expanded its footprint with the acquisition of the former AIG hangar at the south end of the airport. The facility sits on approximately two acres and includes a 22,000 sq. ft. hangar as well as 11,500 sq. ft. of office and support space.
Read MoreRoss Aviation Appoints New General Manager At Thermal FBO (KTRM)
/Ross Aviation announced the addition of Tim Goulet as general manager of Ross Aviation Thermal (KTRM).
Read MoreMarch 20, 2017: Updated Fuel Prices Now Available
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U.S. CBP Wants to Increase Use of Preclearance Program at Shannon International Airport (EINN)
/U.S. Customs and Border Protection staff at Shannon International Airport in Ireland wants to improve the numbers of companies preclearing U.S. Customs there, a CBP representative said at the International Operators Conference in Atlanta this week.
Read MoreMeridian Jet Center Now Certified On Bombardier Globals
/Meridian announced that its FAA-approved repair station is now fully authorized to inspect and repair the Bombardier Global series of aircraft.
Read MoreAC-U-KWIK on Tour: Regional Jet Center
/The warm and inviting atmosphere is the first thing you’ll notice when landing at Regional Jet Center in Arkansas. Its central location in the U.S. at Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (KXNA) makes it a top choice for fuel stops.
Read MoreNBAA Announces Recipients of 2017 International Operators Scholarships
/The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) today announced the five recipients of 2017 International Operators Scholarships. The International Operators Scholarship provides recipients with funding to pursue professional development within business aviation careers, with a focus on international operations.
Read MoreAsk AC-U-KWIK: What is Required to List my Business as an FBO?
/I’m an airport manager in Montana. We have been listed in AC-U-KWIK for many years, but only my telephone number is listed as a contact for pilots. What is required to list my business as an FBO? I do maintenance and have a building the pilots use for flight planning.
Read MoreAvfuel Network Welcomes Temple Airport (KTPL) Serving Central Texas
/Avfuel Corporation welcomes Temple Airport (Draughon-Miller Central Texas Regional Airport) to its network of 650+ branded fueling locations. With the partnership, Temple Airport now offers the Network’s popular loyalty program: AVTRIP.
Read MoreSmyrna Air Center Renamed to Hollingshead Aviation
/As Jeff Hollingshead settles in to his new role as president of the FBO previously known as Smyrna Air Center, the FBO ramps up changes to settle for nothing less than excellence, starting with its new name: Hollingshead Aviation.
Read MoreMarch 13, 2017: Updated Fuel Prices Now Available
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World Fuel Services Network Welcomes Cambridge Airport
/World Fuel Services announced that they welcome Cambridge Airport (EGSC) into their global World Fuel Services FBO Network. Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group, the owners of Cambridge Airport, recently advised World Fuel Services that they were chosen to supply Jet A-1 with FSII (fuel system icing inhibitor) and Avgas 100LL to the airport.
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