Curt Epstein
Business Aviation Services Editor

A lifelong aviation enthusiast who joined AIN in 2007, Curt came to the publication from the broadcast industry where he was a national science and technology television reporter and producer. He writes on the FBO field, aviation finance, and sustainable aviation and occasionally contributes to AIN sister publication Business Jet Traveler. Curt was a member of the AINtv reporting staff that won the 2008 Aerospace Journalist of the Year award for Best Airshow Daily. That same year, he was a finalist for another AJOYA award. He earned an AJOYA for Best Business Aviation Submission in 2018 and was a finalist in that category in 2021. He received the National Air Transportation Association’s  Aviation Journalist Award in 2012 and won a Pegasus Sapphire Business Aviation Award for outstanding journalism in 2021.

Before joining AIN, Curt worked with Consumer Reports’ television division, CRTV, and for several local television news staffs. An honors graduate of the State University of New York at Stony Brook, he earned a master’s degree in broadcast journalism from Boston University in 1995. Curt lives in New York State with his wife and two young sons.

Latest from Curt Epstein

FBOs

FBO Profile: Starport, Orlando-Sanford International Airport

Community involvement is the name of the game at this family-owned FBO.
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Fuel

Researchers Work To Reduce Post-Crash Aircraft Fires

A new additive could someday reduce the threat of jet fuel combustion during accidents.
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Airports

FAA OKs New Airport for North Dakota

When completed in 2018, the new airport will be the first replacment airport built in the U.S. since 2011.
Charter & Fractional

Aircraft Management Is Challenge in BBA-Landmark Deal

London-based BBA Aviation will limit ownership of the Landmark charter and aircraft management business to a non-controlling stake to satisfy U.S. regs.
Regulations and Government

FAA Levies Record Fine against UAS Operator

The $1.9 million fine, which eclipsed the previous record of $19,000, was levied against Chicago-based aerial photographer SkyPan International.
FBOs

Large-Aircraft Hangar Shortage on Burner at TEB Meeting

Popular business aviation airports in the New York City area are currently at 150 percent of capacity.
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Airports

New U.S. Customs Facility Opens at Ft. Lauderdale Exec

$5.6 million facility will be adaptable to future workloads, technologies and operational needs.
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FBOs

Atlantic’s Philly FBO Hosts Papal Goodbye

The Pontiff gave his final blessing during his U.S. visit from the airstair at Atlantic Aviation's Philadelphia FBO.
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FBOs

Signature To Acquire Rival Landmark in Blockbuster Deal

The transaction, if approved would be the largest FBO chain purchase in history
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FBOs

Atlantic FBO Greenlighted at Salt Lake City Intl.

Under the terms of the agreement, Atlantic’s leasehold includes more than 17 acres of ground and ramp space along with four hangars.
Airports

Construction Begins on New FBO Complex at FXE

W Aviation, one of four service providers at Florida’s Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport has broken ground on its new FBO complex.
FBOs

NATA Purchases Independent FBO Advocacy Group

IFBOA will remain a separate entity despite the new ownership.
FBOs

After 53 Years, Stevens Aviation Being Forced Out at GSP

Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport Commission voted to take over operations at the lone FBO when the current lease expires on Dec. 31, 2016.
Airports

Avfuel Expands International Network

Avfuel expanded its international network with the latest addition of Ireland’s Waterford Regional Airport to its roster of branded dealers.
FBOs

Europe’s Newest FBO Opens for Business

Newly built FBO complex features a 13,000-sq-ft terminal and 90,000-sq-ft heated hangar.
FBOs

FBO Profile: OK3 Air, Heber Valley Airport

It’s not just all about the snow for this Utah gateway.
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Finance, Taxes, Insurance

Pre-owned Market Still Waiting for Pricing Stabilization

Uncertainty remains as demand is not following the economic indicators it has in the past.
FBOs

Upstate N.Y. Airport Gets New FBO

Jefferson County opened a 4,800-sq-ft terminal at Watertown International Airport.
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FBOs

African Flight Services Provider Selects FBO One

Astra Aviation will be among the first companies to use FBO One to support airline and cargo operations, in addition to executive charter.
Aircraft

German Airline has Big Plans for a Little Bizjet

Hahn Air has used the Cessna CJ4 as a miniature airliner since 2012.
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FBOs

FBO Profile: Delta Jet Center

An airline-owned FBO makes a name for itself in Cincinnati.
FBOs

Air Wilmington To Add Capacity for Large Aircraft

Air Wilmington broke ground on a new 21,000 square foot hangar
FBOs

Epic Expands International Fuel Price Postings

Current fuel prices will be available for more than 200 countries through Fuelerlinx.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance

Waypoint Inks New Leasing Deal, Plans Regional Expansion

The global helicopter lessor, looks to expand its presence in Latin America.
FBOs

FBOs Consolidate at Texas Airport

The location will be offering triple Avtrip points for fuel purchases through the end of October.
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FBOs

Air Elite Network Sees Growth in Latin America

The World Fuel Services sponsored FBO group has added six new members in Latin America and the Caribbean so far this year.
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Bizav Demand on the Rise in Europe

Recovery appears to gain steam after weak first quarter.
FBOs

Jetcraft Opens Regional Office

With Mexico now the number two business aviation market, the global aircraft brokerage has established a new regional sale hub in the country.
FBOs

Irish FBO Gets Makeover

The facility renovated its 600-sq-ft departure lounge based on customer feedback.
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FBOs

Sheltair Boosts Its Buying Power

Sheltair will used the $260 million credit facility to continue its expansion of its existing bases, as well as to fund future acquisitions.