Jessica Reed
Writer & Editor
Jessica Reed is a writer and editor with AIN. She joined the team in the fall of 2023 after two years covering the aviation industry at Avionics International. She earned her bachelor's degree in English (Writing & Rhetoric) from Pepperdine University. Her hometown is St. Louis, Missouri, and she since has resided in Santa Barbara, California, and Brooklyn, New York, among others. She is currently based in Philadelphia.
Latest from Jessica Reed
Rotorcraft
New Salute to Excellence Award Honors Harold Summers
HAI presented the new Harold Summers Legacy Award to Zhilin Summers
Rotorcraft
Argus: Prism SMS Success and the 2024 Helicopter Market
Global helicopter activity was up almost 20 percent in 2023
Avionics
Axnes Elevates Comms in Cormorant SAR Upgrade
The PNG wireless intercom system improves situational awareness
Training and Workforce
Daher and GAMA Renew International Internship Program
Four students will participate in the 2024 program
FutureFlight
FAA Accepts Technical Requirements For Reliable Robotics' Navigation and Autopilot Systems
The approval is a significant step in the start-up's efforts to complete certification of its automation technology for remotely piloted aircraft
Avionics
Reliable Robotics Autopilot Tech Earns FAA Nod
The FAA accepted requirements for advanced aircraft navigation and autopilot systems
Aircraft
IADA Welcomes Six New Members
AeroProjx Int, Aviation Legal Counsel, Aviation Maintenance Support, Jet Access Group, MRO Insider, and Vedder Price join the association
Rotorcraft
Bell Textron's 4Q23 Results Surpass Projections
Bell's profit totaled $320 million last year, compared with $282 million in 2022
Aircraft
Textron Sees Profits and Backlog Grow, Despite Revenue Dip
Textron Aviation delivered 50 jets and 44 commercial turboprops in Q4 2023
Maintenance and Modifications
Duncan Aviation Invests in Talent for Component Repair
Company has appointed five new technical representatives
Aircraft
Daher Delivers Milestone 100th TBM 960 Aircraft
Kevin Kaseff transitioned from a piston-engine airplane to the TBM 960 turboprop
Avionics
Exploring Advances in Autonomous Flight Technology
How automating aircraft is changing the aviation industry
Maintenance and Modifications
Hillsboro Aviation Appointed Airbus Helicopters Mx Center
Suite of services includes maintenance, upgrades, warranty work, aircraft completions, and OEM part sales
Engines
Aero-Dienst Marks 30-year Legacy with Pratt & Whitney Canada
Aero-Dienst has played a significant role in advancing engine technology over three decades
Training and Workforce
Thrive Aviation Joins Southwest Airlines Pilot Pathways Program
The program allows cadets to earn flying hours in single- and multi-engine aircraft
Maintenance and Modifications
GPMS Expands in Europe with Léman Aviation Partnership
The partnership aims to introduce Foresight MX, an advanced HUMS, to European operators
Avionics
Gogo Business Aviation Releases Over-air Avance Updates
Customers can remotely update Avance system software through the Gogo Dash app
Training and Workforce
CrewBlast Launches SaaS Model for Efficient Crew Placement
Operators can integrate their internal contractor databases directly into the platform
Security
CrewBlast Partners with Clear and IdRamp for ID Verification
The advancement offers enhanced security and user experience
FBOs
Argus Recognizes Saudia Private with Base Ops Audit Award
The audit focuses on reducing ground incidents and aircraft damage
Training and Workforce
NATA Launches Aviation Mx Apprenticeship Tracking Tool
The tool assists members with developing aviation maintenance technician applicants
Training and Workforce
Flexjet Launches Bizjet Cabin Server Training Academy
Red Label Academy offers a two-week hospitality training program
Regulations and Government
Pilot Mental Health Takes Center Stage in FAA's Latest Initiative
New committee to advise on reporting and evaluation of pilots' well-being
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Moment and ExecuJet Launch IFE Collaboration
Moment introduces Flymingo Jet, an innovative IFE system designed specifically for business aviation
Aircraft
Textron Aviation Lands U.S. Army Turboprop Contract
Textron will provide various turboprop aircraft models to aid Foreign Military Sales
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Rotor Technologies' Uncrewed Helicopter Completes Landmark Flight Campaign
Two R220Y helicopters flew autonomously for more than 20 hours
Avionics
Retrofit Avionics Market Grows Modestly as Forward-fit Sales Skyrocket
The AEA's Q3 2023 Avionics Market Report shows $814 million in sales
Safety
Bombardier’s 27th Standdown To Focus on Integrity in Safety
The event brings together aviation professionals in Wichita and online
Aircraft
Gulfstream Aerospace Delivers 27 Aircraft in Q3
The manufacturer anticipates more than 60 aircraft deliveries in Q4
