Matt Thurber
Editor-in-Chief
Matt Thurber, editor-in-chief at AIN Media Group, has been flying since 1975 and writing about aviation since 1978 and now has the best job in the world, running editorial operations for Aviation International News, Business Jet Traveler, and FutureFlight.aero. In addition to working as an A&P mechanic on everything from Piper Cubs to turboprops, Matt taught flying at his father’s flight school in Plymouth, Mass., in the early 1980s, flew for an aircraft owner/pilot, and for two summer seasons hunted swordfish near the George’s Banks off the East Coast from a Piper Super Cub. An ATP certificated fixed-wing pilot and CFII and commercial helicopter pilot, Matt is type-rated in the Citation 500 and Gulfstream V/550. Based in the Pacific Northwest, Matt and his team cover the entire aviation scene including business aircraft, helicopters, avionics, safety, manufacturing, charter, fractionals, technology, air transport, advanced air mobility, defense, and other subjects of interest to AIN, BJT, and FutureFlight readers.
Latest from Matt Thurber
Analyst Sees Bright Spots in General Aviation Investments, Diesel Engine Developments
Aviation analyst Brian Foley believes there are investment opportunities in general aviation startups.
Aircraft
Sun Flyer Hopes To Make Solar Flying Popular
The developers of the Sun Flyer solar-powered electric LSA have flight tested a technology demonstrator.
Aero Glass Offers Aircraft Head-up Display on Wearable Glasses
Pilots can enhance the real-world view with Aero Glass’s augmented reality software.
EAA AirVenture 2014 Takes Off on Monday
Show features plenty of excitement, including the Air Force Thunderbirds, arrival of the first production HondaJet and Nextant’s G90XT cockpit mockup.
Parker Aerospace Gets Smarter Pumps
A variety of new design features from Parker Aerospace could help aircraft OEMs improve their designs.
AGM Aerospace Seeking New Opportunities at FIA14
Michigan-based company hosted a reception bringing together aerospace suppliers to collaborate on new programs.
Cobham Satcom Introduces New Aviator 200S
The compact antenna on the Aviator 200S should make satcom system installations easier and less expensive.
TAG Farnborough Airport Helps Local Student Fly
The TAG Flying Scholarship 2014 was awarded to 17-year-old James Peter Singh.
“Strategic Agility” Is U.S. Air Force’s New Mantra
The U.S. Air Force and industrial partners could see great improvements in efficiency as a result of the new strategic agility program.
BAE FBW To Power 777X Flight Controls
BAE Systems has teamed with Rockwell Collins for the 777X program’s fly-by-wire flight control system.
Second Quarter a Winner for ST Aerospace
ST Aerospace booked a substantial amount of business during the second quarter of 2014.
Engines
Unison Helps Turbine Engines Acclimate to New Regulatory Constraints
The Acclimate ignition system features solid-state electronics, with exciter performance that can vary depending on specific requirements.
Aircraft
AW149 Ready to Hit International Market
The AW149 is ready to replace thousands of older helicopters in the eight-metric-ton class.
Barco Signs MOU With GE Aviation
Barco and GE are targeting the helicopter displays and avionics systems markets.
Rockwell Collins Technology Offers Variety of Solutions
Rockwell Collins announced new orders for equipment that helps aircraft fly more efficiently in congested airspace.
Rockwell Collins Sees Bright Market Outlook
Commercial, military and business aviation markets are all looking up for end-users of Rockwell Collins products.
Engines
GP7200 Adds Two New Thrust Ratings
The engine that powers the A380 is able to deliver higher power at hot ambient temperatures for improved airline performance.
Bell Highlights New Rotorcraft Tech at Farnborough Airshow
A highlight of the Bell Helicopter exhibit is the mockup of the fly-by-wire Bell 525 Relentless.
L-3 Aviation Products Meeting NextGen Mandates
A variety of L-3 Aviation Products systems are aimed at meeting existing and upcoming NextGen mandates.
ACSS Technology is Meeting NextGen Mandates
L-3 is responding to a complex set of requirements for meeting the automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast navigation standards.
Aircraft
Sparkle Roll Jet Takes Delivery of Avanti II Extended Range
The Extended Range Avanti II adds a permanent additional fuel tank in the closet in the lavatory, increasing the twin turboprop’s range to 1,720 nm.
Aircraft
Lycoming Engines Sees New Markets In UAS Segment
Lycoming’s first UAS project dates to World War II and an unmanned twin-engine aircraft.
Bombardier Forecasts Bizjet Dip, But Commercial Up
Bombardier’s commercial and business aircraft forecast projects a healthy number of deliveries during the next 20 years, although down from last year.
Bombardier Downgrades 20-year Business Jet Forecast
Bombardier’s business aircraft forecast projects a healthy number of deliveries during the next 20 years, although the figures are down from last year.
Voss Industries Pursuing Russia, China Relationships
Voss Industries officials see the Farnborough Airshow as an ideal forum to assess emerging technologies that can help its customers.
Aircraft
Citation X+ Makes Speedy Crossing To Europe
After a stop in Paris, Cessna’s recently certified Citation X+ arrived at the Farnborough Airshow.
Esterline CMC Brings Cockpit 9000 and 4000 to FIA 2014
The push to meet airborne equipment mandates is driving greater demand for CMC’s avionics upgrades.
Aircraft
Sales Soar For Twin Otter OEM
The Viking Air Twin Otter Series 400 is selling well, while a new full flight simulator is being built to train pilots in water and land operations.
