Chad Trautvetter
Online Editor
Chad is the editor of AINalerts, AIN's daily business aviation newsletter, and is also the news editor at AIN Media Group. He has been writing about aviation, with an emphasis on business aviation, since 1994. Chad started his writing career at The Avion, the student newspaper at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida, serving as editor-in-chief before graduating with a bachelor's in aeronautical science. After a stint as managing editor at Professional Pilot magazine, he joined AIN in late 1998. Chad holds a commercial pilot certificated with instrument and multi-engine ratings, and he also is a CFI/CFII. He lives and works from his home in Venice, Florida.
Latest from Chad Trautvetter
Cessna Aircraft Rolls Out First Production CJ3+
Upgraded twinjet features a new interior with a redesigned cabin and cockpit, new pressurization and new diagnostics systems.
Regulations and Government
NBAA, Other Groups Call on Senate To Extend Tax Breaks
Senate bill would restore tax incentives that expired last year, including accelerated depreciation on purchases of long-term capital assets.
Charter & Fractional
Delta Private Jets Launches Fixed-income Aircraft Management Program
New program is designed for owners who require only occasional use of their aircraft and are looking for guaranteed monthly income.
Women in Corporate Aviation To Award $100K+ in Aviation Scholarships
Aviation professionals–both men and women alike–have until August 1 to apply online for the aviation scholarships.
UBS: Bizjet Flight Activity Key to Industry Recovery
UBS analysts estimate that business jet takeoffs and landings in the U.S. were 4 percent higher last month than a year ago.
New Aviation Weather App for iPads Displays XM Weather Data
App allows iPad users to view weather in the U.S. and Canada when connected to an XM Receiver through the GDC64 tablet to aircraft interface unit.
JSSI: Global Business Aircraft Activity Slumps in 1Q14
The firm’s index tracks the number of hours that business aircraft have flown by region, industry and aircraft type.
Rizon Jet UK at London Biggin Hill Airport Joins Avfuel Network
Partnership allows the FBO to offer Avfuel contract fuel and Avtrip rewards points.
Volo Aviation Adds Tampa Executive to FBO Network
Company controls more than 30 acres at Tampa Executive, including 40,000 sq ft of hangars, 75 T-hangars, 32 shade ports and 110 tie-downs.
Group Plans Round-the-world Charity Flight in First King Air
The flight will raise money to “save and improve the lives of children in need around the world.”
Engine Change Causes Slight Delay for Flaris LAR 1 VLJ
This latest delay stems from a requirement to switch to a higher-thrust engine before first flight.
Regulations and Government
GAMA Praises U.S. House for Part 23 Rewrite Support
House committee also voted to fund the transition from the current 100LL fuel to an unleaded avgas at $6 million.
Regulations and Government
Aviation Officially Recognized By All 50 U.S. States
Except for Montana, which issued a letter, all have issued statewide proclamation through either the governor’s office or the state legislature.
EBACE 2014 Ends on a Strong Note
EBACE is a “premier venue for companies in the industry to give aviation decision-makers a first-hand look at their products and services.”
Air BP Extends General Aviation Fuel Network in China
With these additions, Air BP provides fuel for international GA clients at 20 Chinese airports.
Rotorcraft
FlightSafety To Build and Support Sikorsky S-92 Sim for Saudi Helicopter Operator
This will be the first S-92 simulator installed in the Middle East when it enters service by year-end.
Regulations and Government
Ex-Im Pledges $2B in Financing for U.S.-made Bizcraft
So far in FY2014, which started on October 1, the independent federal agency has authorized approximately $740 million.
Aircraft
World Fuel Services’ AvPOS Allows Fuel Transactions To Be Completed on the Ramp
Designed for FBOs and aviation merchants, AvPOS can process Avcard, Multi Service Aero Card and Air Card aviation cards.
Waiting Line for Pilatus PC-24 Extends to 2020
The Swiss aircraft manufacturer took in orders for 84 of its utility business jets since opening the order book on Tuesday.
Rockwell Collins Offers Pro Line 21 Cockpit Upgrades for Falcons
Retrofit features four 10- by 8-inch LCD panels and Waas/Egnos capability, as well as support for electronic charts and graphical weather.
Aircraft
Daher-Socata Picks Up Another European TBM 900 Customer
German operator Badenwings plans on using aircraft to carry small freight and transport passengers for its holding company, Schmidt & Eger.
Cessna Citation Latitude Receives TIA, First Production Aircraft Joins Test Fleet
The TIA allows Cessna to begin accumulating flight hours that will apply toward certification.
Massachusetts Announces Plans To Update 15 Genav Facilities
First four projects currently in design are for the airports in Beverly, Fitchburg, Mansfield and Southbridge.
Bizjet Leasing Firm Launches at EBACE
Company focusing on five-year leases for new and young (three years old or newer) pre-owned midsize to large-cabin jets.
Jetcraft: European Bizav Market Lags Behind U.S. Recovery
Many European operators are rightsizing their fleets, which makes this a stronger recovery.
Charter & Fractional
VistaJet’s Light Jet Offering Is Actually a Helicopter
Helicopter is based in St. Moritz and has been used to fly customers on short hops to such places as Milan, Geneva, Munich and Monte Carlo.
European Bizav Market Recovery Lags That of U.S.
Many European operators are rightsizing their fleets, which makes this a stronger recovery.
Charter & Fractional
VistaJet’s Light Jet Is Actually a Helicopter
Helicopter is based in St. Moritz and has been used to fly customers on short hops to such places as Milan, Geneva, Munich and Monte Carlo.
New Dubai-based Business Jet Leasing Firm Launches
Company focusing on five-year leases for new and young (three years old or newer) pre-owned midsize to large-cabin jets
Aircraft
Aerion SSBJ Now a Trijet with Bigger Cabin, More Range
Despite the configuration changes, Aerion anticipates that its now $100 million-plus supersonic business jet will still be certified in 2021.
