Kerry Lynch
Editor, AIN monthly magazine
Kerry Lynch stepped into the role of editor of the Aviation International News monthly magazine in May 2022 after serving with AIN for eight years. She joined AIN in December 2014 as a senior editor covering Washington and business aviation news. She has also served on Convention News teams, including as editor of HAI Convention News. Lynch previously spent 25 years with Aviation Week. During her time there, she reported for and later steered The Weekly of Business Aviation, oversaw business aviation content on the Aviation Week Intelligence Network, served on the Show News staff, and held roles as the Washington columnist for Business & Commercial Aviation and Overhaul & Maintenance monthly magazines. In 2021 she was honored with the National Business Aviation Association Platinum Wing Award for lifetime achievement in journalism and was the 2004 recipient of the National Air Transportation Association’s Aviation Journalism Excellence Award. She also has been a recipient of an Aerospace Media Award for business aviation (2022) and NBAA Gold Wing Award (2003, 2024). Lynch graduated from The Ohio State University with a bachelor of arts in journalism.
Latest from Kerry Lynch
Maintenance and Modifications
Concorde Rolls Out New Piper M500, M600 Batteries
TSO approved and STC'd on the Piper M500 and M600, the RG-41/53 provides nearly 40 percent more starting power and reserve capacity.
Maintenance and Modifications
Duncan Gives New Life to Aging Dassault Falcon 900B
Duncan Aviation completely revamped the look of a 32-year-old Falcon 900B inside and out with new paint and interior.
AOPA Unveils New, Flexible 2021 Event Lineup
AOPA is taking a year off from its regional fly-ins and instead hosting Aviator Showcases and Pilot Gathering Tours that can adapt to Covid uncertainties.
Airports
FAA Doles Out $1.2B in Grants for Airport Works
More than $1 billion in Airport Improvement Program funds were awarded from the FAA to U.S. airports, along $152 million of the residual CARES Act funds.
Regulations and Government
NATA Seeks Further Part 135 Check Deadline Extensions
NATA is asking for a year's extension in inspector and check airman observation checks for Part 135.
Rotorcraft
Lufthansa Aviation Training Adds First Helo Sim
Lufthansa Aviation Training marked an expansion in HEMS training with German approval of its Airbus H145/135 Level D full-flight simulator.
People in Aviation: September 2020
Tim Rolfe is CEO of HeliOffshore, Josh Thompson is CFO of Gulfstream, and Todd Anderson is COO of Sheltair.
Aircraft
Cirrus, Garmin Nab FAA Nod for Autoland on Vision Jet
The Garmin Autoland-based Safe Return system enables the Cirrus Vision Jet to land autonomously in case of pilot incapacitation.
Engines
FAA Proposes Penalty Against Bluefin for Illegal Charter
The FAA is alleging that Bluefin Aviation Services conducted at least 26 illegal for-hire flights in a Cessna 402B.
NBAA Activates Hero Database for Hurricane Laura
NBAA's Hero Database provides a list of business aircraft and industry personnel who participate in disaster response activities.
Regulations and Government
NBAA Asks IRS To Avoid Double Taxation on Commuting
NBAA is concerned that the IRS is eliminating a deduction on certain transportation benefits even though the employee must report those benefits as income.
Safety
Landsberg Appointed to Three More Years as NTSB Vice Chair
Bruce Landsberg, renewed for three more years as NTSB vice chairman, plans to increase focus on aviation weather and Notam system safety factors.
Maintenance and Modifications
MDHI Center Completes 5,000-hour Overhaul on MD 902
MDHI's factor service center's work on the CoxHealth MD 902 Explorer including a 5,000-hour airframe overhaul, inspections, repairs and modifications.
Maintenance and Modifications
Van Horn Receives STC/PMA for Upgraded Bell 206B Blades
Van Horn Aviation's newly approved Bell 206B main rotor blades have different carbon fiber ply counts and orientations, providing for a smoother ride.
Airports
NATA GA Airports Initiative Reaches Colorado
NATA held focus groups in four communities and reached seven airports in Colorado during its initial tour under General Aviation Advancing America.
Fuel
NBAA Seeks Training To Guard Against DEF Contamination
NBAA welcomed proposed FAA guidance on DEF contamination but believes it could go further to safeguard against such incidents.
Aircraft
Latest Microsoft Flight Simulator Features TBM 930
Daher engines worked with Microsoft on the development of Flight Simulator 2020 software to ensure it depicted the TBM 930 characteristics.
Engines
Honeywell Gains FAA Nod for 3D-printed Flight-critical Part
Honeywell said the approval marks a step forward in the fast-growing 3D printing field.
Aerion Melbourne HQ Gets Space Florida Investment
With a multimillion-dollar investment from Space Florida, Aerion expects to break ground on its $300 million Melbourne, Florida complex later this year.
Regulations and Government
GAO Seeks Better Oversight of FAA's Compliance Approach
The FAA's Compliance Program has drawn positive reviews, but the GAO is concerned that it lacks central oversight and coordination to ensure it works.
Financing Clears Path for Piaggio Aerospace Operations
Piaggio Aerospace is continuing to search for a buyer as it moves to fully resume operations thanks to a new €30 million credit facility.
Charter & Fractional
Stephanie Chung Joins Wheels Up as Chief Growth Officer
Stephanie Chung, formerly president of JetSuite, is taking on a new role as chief growth officer for Wheels Up.
Airports
NATA Adds GA Airports Committee
NATA's new GA Airports Committee follows the creation of a subcommittee focused on the air ambulance community.
Engines
Rolls-Royce To Shutter Virginia Engine Components Plant
Rolls-Royce citied the economic downfall from Covid-19 for its decision to shutter operations at its commercial aircraft components plant in Virginia.
Aircraft
Bombardier Donates 2,800 Face Shields to HCA in Florida
From flight test vehicle to medical transport, Bombardier's Global 7500 FTV 5 was assigned to carry face shields from Toronto To Fort Lauderdale.
Regulations and Government
Warbird Trainer Fights FAA Emergency Order
Warbird Adventures calls FAA's emergency cease and desist order on the company's P-40 flight training unprecedented.
Training and Workforce
CAE Plans Restructuring During Covid-19 Recovery
CAE will consolidate facilities, shift simulators, lay off about 350 workers, and accelerate digital initiatives, the company said.
NATA Launches Subcommittee To Probe Air Ambulance Issues
The group will discuss issue such as Covid-19 patient transport, medical crew rest and duty rule, and international regs.
Regulations and Government
House Bill Introduced To Help Preserve Aviation Jobs
The Aviation Manufacturing Jobs Protection Act, a companion to a Senate bill, would cover up to 50 percent of some workers' compensation.
Honeywell Promotes Efficiencies of Blockchain
Honeywell's GoDirect Trade parts marketplace has expanded as customers see efficiencies through blockchain technology.
