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
NBAA Eyes Policy for Privacy Protections with ADS-B
Operators would obtain temporary transponder codes not tied to registration numbers.
Million Air Dallas's Mary Nevada-Morgan Dies at 35
The senior customer service representative had worked with a number of corporate operators and had many loyal customers.
FBOs
Lower Heavy Jet Ops Hampers Signature's Revenue Growth
Overall revenues dip, even as organic revenues inch up, as lower fuel prices, negative foreign exchange movements and operations take a toll.
Senate Extends Terms of NTSB's Sumwalt, Homendy
Textron Aviation executive Michael Graham awaits Senate action and one more board position remains open.
NATA Asks for Feedback on Illegal Charter
The survey will be used to build data and gather feedback on illegal charter for future advocacy efforts.
Regulations and Government
FAA, Industry Ready for ADS-B
Still to come is a policy designed to protect privacy.
Regulations and Government
Moran Pushes To Protect FAA from Future Shutdowns
He also seeks a need to come to trade agreements, fearing tariffs are taking a toll.
People in Aviation: August 2019
Romain Trapp becomes president of Airbus Helicopters Inc., while Christian Sasfai returns to Stevens Aerospace and Defense as president.
Security
Security Chiefs: Aircraft Need CAN Bus Cyber Safeguards
An IT Consultancy tested the ability to attach a device to a CAN bus to inject false data.
Regulations and Government
Moran Vows To Back ODA as Delegation Comes Under Fire
As lawmakers continued to scrutinize ODA, Moran noted an education process remains on Capitol Hill.
Embraer Commercial Shipments Dip in First Six Months
Deliveries finished flat overall as executive jets offset commercial shipments.
Safety
Energy Org Joins Fray Warning on Fuel Contamination
The report on fuel system icing inhibitor handling follows several instances on cross-contamination with diesel exhaust fluid.
Women's Champion Chabrian To Retire from WAI
Chabrian has steered WAI into an organization that has 14,000 members and has facilitated the award of $12.5 million in scholarships.
Fuel
NTSB Issues Warning: 'Don't Foul The Fuel!'
The NTSB alert outlines several incidents involving DEF contamination and provides guidance on avoiding such an event.
Regulations and Government
Dickson Confirmation Widely Welcomed Within Industry
In confirming Dickson, the Senate agreed to a waiver that would enable Dan Elwell to return to the deputy administrator's post.
Regulations and Government
Fuel Fraud Repeal Gains Traction Under Plane Act
A GAO study estimated that the aviation trust fund may have lost well over $1 billion because of the nearly 15-year-old fuel fraud tax law.
Regulations and Government
Inhofe, King Further Champion GA Issues with Plane Act
The Plane Act, S.2198, is designed to foster airport infrastructure, end the revenue diversion, and strengthen pilot legal protections.
Regulations and Government
Senate Confirms Dickson as FAA Administrator
The confirmation came over the objection of Senate Democrats, who voiced concern about a whistleblower complaint involving Dickson's former employer.
Maintenance and Modifications
Court Overturns NTSB Findings in Falsification Case
ARSA questions whether the ruling came to the correct conclusion for the wrong reason.
Baker Taps Goyco To Lead New Services Group
The organization will focus on strategic partnerships, contract management, compliance, and Hot-Stop “L” fire containment kit and parts sales.
Airbus Helicopters Reorganizes Leadership Structure
Several members of the Executive Committee are taking new roles, while others are joining the committee.
Regulations and Government
Senate To Begin Consideration of Dickson Nomination
A procedural vote was scheduled to limit debate and clear the way for a full Senate vote on the nomination.
Aircraft
Epic Obtains Type Inspection Authorization for E1000
Aircraft remains on track for type certification this year.
Safety
NTSB Reiterates Call for Increased Part 135 Standards
NTSB aviation safety official Dana Schulze expresses concerns that medevac, charter, and other on-demand operators don't meet some Part 121 requirements.
General Aviation Issues Take Center Stage in Tarkio
The gathering of industry and government leaders highlighted workforce shortages, ADS-B compliance, and small airport funding, among other issues.
Maintenance and Modifications
Signature TechnicAir Completes First UK Atlas Install
The aircraft, a CJ1, also underwent major airframe maintenance.
WCA Opens Application Process for Fall Scholarships
WCA is offering 11 different scholarships valued at more than $60,000 that will be presented during NBAA's annual convention.
PAFI Tests Show More Work Needed on Avgas Replacement
The FAA is evaluating three other fuels as work continues on the original Shell candidate.
June Euro Bizav Activity Reflects 'Gloomier Picture'
While June was busiest month for business aviation in Europe this year, activity there was still off 1.7 percent year-over-year.
Desert Jet Founder Wilson Transitions to Chairperson
Jared Fox will take the role of CEO as Wilson transitions to new role.
