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Training and Workforce

CrewBlast Co-Pilot AI Tool Analyzes Candidate Feedback

Reports flag pay, schedule, relocation friction points
a computer screen showing CrewBlast
Training and Workforce

Farnborough Airport Recruits More Operations Trainees

London-area airport is starting its third training program
Farnborough Airport
FBOs

Universal Aviation Now Offers Hangar Space in Costa Rica

Company operates the GAT at Juan Santamaría International Airport
aircraft hangar
Safety

Onboard Battery Events Jump 15% as Power Bank Use Grows

Expert advises on dangers, preparation for lithium battery incidents
David Wroth, v-p of standards, technology, and operations for the nonprofit safety organization UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE).
Airports

Autonomous Tech Used in Puerto Rico Runway Project

The Aguadilla development includes a 10,800-foot runway
Compaction rollers on runway bed at Aguadilla
Charter & Fractional

NW Missouri Aero Group Acquires ATD Flight Systems

Founder’s daughter remains part of ownership group
In-house maintenance and detailing crew prepare two of the aircraft for a late-night departure.
Aircraft

Britten-Norman Targets Eight New-build Islanders Annually

UK production expansion follows inaugural flight of latest Bembridge-built unit
Charter & Fractional

Court Denies Review Petition for Nicholas Air Pilot Case

Complaint centered on raising issues in briefs to preserve them
Aircraft

Bizjet Market Value To Reach $60B per Year in Next Decade

Market estimated to grow from $27 billion in 2025 to more than $60.5 billion
Phenom 100
Accidents

NBC News Helicopter Crashes in LA, Killing Three

Helicopter was covering a fatal collision between an SUV and bus when it went down
Mayor Karen Bass speaks at a press conference near the scene of the crashes on September 15
Regulations and Government

GAO: FAA Progressing on ATC Reform, but Needs Better Schedule

GAO report criticized implementation of new air traffic control system
GAO report airport tower
FBOs

Signature Aviation Expands KVNY Footprint with FBO Buy

The addition gives Signature three locations on the field
Lobby interior at Former Castle & Cooke KVNY terminal
Regulations and Government

GAMA Cheers Congress Action on FAA Certification Bill

Approved by committee, the legislation now goes to the House floor
U.S. Capitol
Safety

NTSB Chair Expresses Concern over Safety Bill Inaction

Homendy spoke during ALPA’s Air Safety Forum
NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy
Airports

$1.1 Billion in AIP Grants Funds U.S. Airport Upgrades

Federal funding covers 280 grants across 46 states
Rotorcraft

Nepal Relief Efforts Need More Support and Coordination

Local rotorcraft industry leader urges international partners to get involved in crisis
Nepal army helicopter
Training and Workforce

Twelfth Girls in Aviation Day Expects 34,500 Attendees

Events planned across 27 countries and activities include tailwheel build, flight planning
Women in Aviation International plans 200 Girls in Aviation Day events on September 19, reaching girls across four continents.
Training and Workforce

Bizav AI Agent Skyler: ‘AI Doesn’t Replace Humans’

Technology can speed up the process but doesn’t replace human oversight
Tuvoli president and CEO Greg Johnson
Aircraft

Atlas Will Build Electra’s EL9 Hybrid-electric Prototypes

Wichita-based aerospace manufacturing group has partnered with the U.S. start-up
Electra EL9 aircraft
Rotorcraft

Boltoukhine Named Head of Airbus Corporate Helicopters

Frederic Lemos departs after serving as CEO of ACH since 2017
Nicolas Boltoukhine
Maintenance and Modifications

Mint Turbines Gains PT6 Engine Overhaul Authorizations

Authorization adds to Oklahoma facility’s GE and Rolls-Royce approvals
Pratt & Whitney Canada named Mint Turbines a Designated Overhaul Facility for its PT6A and PT6T engine lines.
Aircraft

Honda Aircraft Finishes Echelon Wing, Delays 1st Flight

Final assembly of the first jet will take place early next year
Honda Aircraft team and the Echelon wing
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Enflite Receives TSO Nod for Galley Equipment

Authorizations cover a coffee maker and microwave
Enflite coffee maker
Training and Workforce

NBAA Survey Finds, as Industry Grows, So Do Salaries

Salaries are up by 7% in some cases
Omni Air Transport generic charter photo
Finance, Taxes, Insurance

FlyExclusive Q2 Revenue Rises on Smaller Fleet

Revenue gains achieved with 6% fewer aircraft, company reports
a jet parked on an airport ramp with the hatch open and stairs extended
Charter & Fractional

NZ CAA Approves Navair for Unlimited Charter Access

Previous limits made it difficult to book flights across the Tasman Sea, which lies between Australia and New Zealand
Navair
Maintenance and Modifications

Thornton Aviation Delivers Challenger 604 Upgrade

Upgrade paired with scheduled maintenance package
The flight deck of a challenger 604 after an upgrade by Thornton Aviation
FBOs

AEG Fuels Introduces Equipment Leasing, New Dealer FBOs

The company is launching a new business unit
AEG branded fuel truck on ramp
FBOs

Oklahoma’s Largest Airport To Receive Third FBO

Freedom OKC is expected to open next September
Artist rendering of new FBO planned for KOKC
FBOs

New FBO Operator Ocean Aviation Acquires First Facility

Founded last year, Ocean Aviation is up and running
National Jets FBO at KFLL