The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has expressed its gratitude to Doug Carr, Senior Vice President for Safety, Security, Sustainability, and International Operations, who recently announced his decision to retire at the end of August after 28 years of dedicated service to NBAA and the business aviation community.
Read MoreNOEMI Aerospace has secured 30 million Norwegian Kroner (€3 million) from Innovation Norway to support flight testing of its electric amphibious aircraft. This funding will aid in the development of what could become the world's first certified electric amphibious aircraft for commercial passenger transport. The award represents a significant milestone for NOEMI Aerospace and the advancement of a new global category in zero-emission regional aviation. The funding will support the flight test program for NOEMI’s first aircraft, one of the most critical phases in the development process.
Read MoreThe business aviation community will reunite in Dubai for the 11th edition of the MEBAA Show, opening on December 8 at Dubai World Central. Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, MEBAA Show 2026 is highly anticipated as the region emerges strong and open for business. The show builds on the success of MEBAA Show 2024, which welcomed 10,000 attendees from over 100 countries, 145 exhibitors, and 30 aircraft on static display.
Read MoreThe National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Gold Wing Award for Journalism Excellence honors outstanding, accurate and insightful reporting on business aviation topics, and is presented annually to journalists from trade or non-trade media outlets.
Read MoremagniX, the producer of the industry’s leading flight-tested powertrains for electric aircraft, has announced updates to its strategic direction and Board governance. The company plans to broaden its applications beyond aerospace to develop solutions for the electric age. To support this strategy, magniX has also announced new appointments to its Board.
Read MoreAir New England, a leading private air charter operator based at Portsmouth International Airport at Pease (KPSM), is proud to announce the addition of the Beechcraft King Air 250 to its fleet. This latest acquisition underscores the company’s commitment to providing efficient, comfortable, and flexible travel solutions for clients across New England and beyond.
Read MoreGulfstream Aerospace Corp. has become the first business aviation company to successfully complete a high-altitude flight test campaign demonstrating the potential for 100% neat sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to reduce contrail-forming particle emissions at altitudes up to 50,000 feet. The campaign marks the first 100% SAF flight for the Gulfstream G800 and Pearl 700 engine. The aircraft was paired with a specially modified Gulfstream G700, transformed into a flying emissions measurement laboratory.
Read MoreEmpire Aviation Group, a Dubai-based global provider of integrated private aviation services, has announced the induction of a Bombardier Global 6500 business jet into its managed fleet. This addition strengthens the company’s ultra-long-range aircraft representation within its growing portfolio. Empire Aviation supported the client throughout the onboarding process, including aircraft registration, delivery, and the recruitment and training of dedicated flight crew for both owner and charter operations.
Read MoreFor our audience loving country western music we pulled out this beauty of a cover from 1997 with “Country Cruisin’ Clint Black”, jumping on a jet then operated by JetWest. We’ll never know if he serenaded the crew with his 1994 hit “A Change in The Air”, but flying private surely was right on key for his traveling needs. Country music actually embraces flight with many wonderful songs like “Leaving, On A Jet Plane” by John Denver and “Time for Me to Fly” by Dolly Parton. And who wouldn’t like to get into a tune like “Flyin’ Shoes” by Townes Van Zandt?
Read MorePrivatPort, the executive aviation brand of Swissport, has announced the next phase of its global expansion, increasing its dedicated Fixed Base Operator (FBO) network from seven to nine locations and establishing a centralized, 24/7 Operations Control Center (OCC) in Dubai, UAE. The network expansion includes two additional FBO locations in Mexico, further strengthening PrivatPort’s presence in key international business aviation markets. These dedicated facilities are supported by executive aviation services at more than 70 locations worldwide
Read MoreGulfstream Aerospace Corp. has announced two significant achievements for its next-generation G800 aircraft. The G800 recently secured the Gulfstream fleet’s 800th city pair speed record and completed the farthest fastest flight in business aviation history. The 800th city pair speed record was achieved earlier in June with a flight from Reykjavik, Iceland, to Savannah, Georgia. The aircraft covered 2,973 nautical miles (5,505 kilometers) in 5 hours and 52 minutes, cruising at an average speed of Mach 0.91.
Read MoreTuvoli, building the backbone of private aviation, has announced the launch of the first annual AI Symposium for Business Aviation (AISBA), co-founded with the National Air Transportation Association (NATA) and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s O’Maley College of Business. AISBA takes place during September 15–16 at Embry-Riddle’s residential campus in Daytona Beach, Florida, with an opening reception on September 14. Centered on a full-day’s strategic symposium on Tuesday, September 15, the program also includes an optional half-day practical workshop on Wednesday, September 16.
Read MoreJet card membership programs allow you to buy into a setup offering a set number or range of flight hours, typically at specified hourly rates. Introduced near the end of the 20th century, jet cards have become a multibillion-dollar industry for flyers looking for the convenience of private jet travel with less uncertainty than charter and less commitment than fractional ownership. If this sounds intriguing to you, read on.
Read MoreLate July in West Sussex has a quality that is difficult to manufacture and impossible to fake. The South Downs roll southward in long, unhurried sweeps toward the coast, the light sits low and golden on the chalk hills by mid-afternoon, and somewhere above Chichester, if the wind is right, you can smell the sea. This is the particular geography that produces Glorious Goodwood. This five-day racing festival has been drawing the finest thoroughbreds and the most discerning crowd in British sport to the Goodwood Estate since the 3rd Duke of Richmond opened the course to the public in 1802. King Edward VII, who rarely passed up an opportunity to enjoy himself, called it "a garden party with racing tacked on." He was not wrong, but he was being modest
Read MoreAir Charter Guide recently spoke with Click Aviation Network, a Dubai-based global aviation services provider specializing in streamlining operations and enhancing efficiency for private jet services, FBO operations, and international trip assistance. With a strong presence in Turkmenistan, Click Aviation Network leverages its strategic location to bridge Europe and Asia, offering tailored solutions for ground handling, fuel arrangements, and flight coordination.
Read MoreAs Senate leaders gathered to explore a series of recent aviation incidents and accidents, National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) President and CEO Ed Bolen highlighted the need for strengthened government-industry collaboration in developing effective safety best practices, encouraging new ways of thinking about incident avoidance and preserving America’s aviation leadership.
Read MoreDC Aviation Group has expanded its international aircraft management portfolio by offering private aircraft operations under the Aruba P4 registration from its new base in Aruba. Flight operations are conducted in compliance with EASA Part NCC regulations, which govern non-commercial flights involving complex motor-powered aircraft. These regulations ensure structured operational oversight, transparent processes, and full compliance with European aviation standards.
Read MorePrivatPort has announced the next phase of its strategic evolution, transitioning into a fully integrated hybrid Fixed Base Operator (FBO) platform. This transformation is supported by a centralized 24/7 Operations Control Center (OCC) in Dubai and a global footprint spanning more than 70 ground locations across key aviation hubs.
Read MoreFriedrichshafen – AERO 2027 (April 14–17, 2027) aims to build on the success of AERO 2026 with an enhanced program for business aviation, organizers Fairnamic have confirmed. For the second consecutive year, AERO was Europe’s largest trade show for business aviation. The 2026 edition showcased 50 business jets and turboprops, with over 400 international exhibitors participating from the sector, compared to its 2025 edition. The number of show visitors increased to 37,000.
Read MoreSymphony Private Jets (SPJ) and its sister company, Air New England (ANE), are pleased to announce the promotion of Ethan Teris to Director of Symphony Private Jets. Over the past two years, Ethan has successfully led charter sales for both organizations, fostering strong relationships across the aviation industry and developing innovative charter solutions for clients throughout the United States and globally.
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