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Training and Workforce

Olympic Medalist Shannon Miller to Keynote SDC2025

She was a member of the legendary “Magnificent Seven”
Seven-time Olympic medalist Shannon Miller
Regulations and Government

Mexico’s AFAC Ramps Up Ramp Inspections

Enhanced vigilance will last until mid-January
business jet on ramp at Mexican airport
FBOs

Fontainebleau Aviation Opens FBO at KFLL

The move represents the Miami-based company's first expansion
New Fontainebleau Aviation FBO at KFLL
Aircraft

Dave Yip To Take Over as Acting CEO of Metrojet

Leadership changes will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2025
Dave Yip
Aircraft

U.S. Start-up Nimbus Flies Electric Bizjet Demonstrator

N1000-XSS1 technology demonstrator achieves first test flight
Nimbus Aerospace's N1000-XSS1 technology demonstrator aircraft completed its first flight test on Dec. 4, 2024.
Safety

Business Aviation Security and Safety Experts Join Forces

Partners say the industry has "a significant security shortfall."
Dassault Falcon 2000LXS
Regulations and Government

Graves Set To Continue as House Transportation Chair

A pilot, Graves is active in general aviation
U.S. Rep. Sam Graves (R-Missouri)
Cabin Interior and Electronics

SmartSky $1B Lawsuit Accuses Gogo of Illegal Monopoly

Complaint claims Gogo forced only competitor out of air-to-ground market
SmartSky lite antenna
Regulations and Government

Former Bizjet Escrow Exec Sentenced in Drug Scheme

Judge gives sentence of 16 years in federal prison
Debra Lynn Mercer-Erwin
Accidents

NTSB Prelim Points To Distraction in Bizjet Collision

Hawker crew did not respond to controller’s orders
View of both airplanes flight tracks with the area the ground collision occurred highlighted in yellow.
Regulations and Government

NBAA: Be Prepared for Ownership Reporting Requirements

Legal experts caution that further court action could be ahead
Court Gavel (Photo: Pixabay)
Training and Workforce

Avinicis Plans New Emergency Air Service Training Center

Portugal-based operator has a fleet of around 220 helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft
Avincis plans to build a new emergency air support training center
FBOs

AEG Connect Adds Oklahoma City's JetSet FBO

Facility is the latest addition to AEG's branded dealer network
lounge in JetSet FBO
Engines

Elfly Will Distribute Electric BR23 Training Aircraft in Nordic Countries

BR23 Energic is an electric version of the piston-powered two-seater
BRM Aero's Bristell BR23 training aircraft
Aircraft

Joby Completes Static Load Tests on eVTOL Aircraft Tail

Latest structural tests earned credits towards FAA type certification
Joby Aviation eVTOL aircraft
Charter & Fractional

SinoJet, Jetex Make Moves in Middle East

Expansion grows footprint for both companies
SinoJet
FBOs

Avflight Expands Network with Utah FBO Purchase

The former Kemp Jet Services marks 27 locations for the Avfuel sister company
Avflight FBO at KOGD
FBOs

Alabama Airport Welcomes New FBO Operator

Company also operates a facility in nearby New Orleans
Interior of Flightline First FBO at KCQF
Regulations and Government

Honeywell Board Examines Separation of Aerospace Unit

Honeywell plans updates on aerospace decision by Q4 2024
Honeywell's Anthem avionics-equipped Pilatus PC-12 airplane
Avionics

Collins Announces Upgrades to King Air, Hawker Avionics

New features add MultiScan radar and next-gen capabilities
King Air Collins flight deck upgrade
Training and Workforce

Daher Opens New Learning Center in Southwestern France

Toulouse facility provides targeted training
The front of the Daher learning center building in France
Safety

FAA Calls on General Aviation Operators To Adopt SMS

New InFO document cites an ICAO standard and EASA requirements
business jet on ramp
FBOs

Banyan Pilot Shop Acquires Aviation Apparel Brand

It will be the exclusive distributor for Dare to FLY
Jen Toplak posing outside Banyan Pilot shop with manager Katherine Koch, and Banyan Air Service COO Jon Tonko
Aircraft

Draco Selects MT-Propeller's Quiet Fan Jet for Hyper-STOL Aircraft

Confirmation of engine and avionics partners expected to come soon
MT Propeller's Quiet Fan Jet propeller will be used for the Draco aircraft
Charter & Fractional

Jet.AI Launches Fractional Pre-sales for CJ4 Aircraft

Fractional owners can access fleet flexibility across aircraft
A Citation CJ4 jet
Training and Workforce

AINsight: Plan Your Future, Own It

Now is the best time to plan the rest of your career
list of goals
Regulations and Government

Bunce Warns Against Return of 2-for-1 Aviation Reg Policy

Bunce asked lawmakers to 'lean into' regulation with new administration
U.S. Capitol
Aircraft

Joby Flies eVTOL Aircraft in South Korea

K-UAM Grand Challenge kicks off eVTOL demonstration flights
Joby's eVTOL aircraft is pictured in flight
Charter & Fractional

FlyUSA Launches 'Freedom Jet Card'

Aimed at those flying 'three or more times per year'
FlyUSA
FBOs

Colorado Airport To Receive Second FBO

The new Vantage Aviation location is expected to open in late 2026
Artist rendering of planned Vantage FBO at KRIL