NATA Praises Senate Commerce Committee's Approval of Consensus FAA Reauthorization Legislation

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“NATA thanks Chairman Thune (R-SD), Ranking Member Nelson (D-FL) and the other Commerce Committee members for approving consensus legislation benefiting the entire aviation community. The fact the Commerce Committee could act so swiftly today on this major piece of aviation legislation stands in sharp contrast with Tuesday’s long and contentious House markup.
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Wing Aviation Joins Air Charter Safety Foundation

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“At Wing Aviation, safety is at the foundation of all of our services,” said Wing Aviation Director of Safety, Jonathan Howells. “Our steadfast dedication to passenger safety and security is supported by a comprehensive and ongoing program of internal review and third-party audits.  Our membership heightens the validity of our commitment to safety, and we’re very pleased to have the support of the ACSF.”
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Waypoint Partners and Swartz Aviation Group Sign Exclusive Agreement

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Swartz Aviation Group is a business aircraft dealership firm specializing in pre-owned
aircraft transactions, while Waypoint Partners provides specialized operational and technical
consulting services to aircraft owners and operators. The partnership calls for Waypoint
Partners to recommend Swartz Aviation to customers looking to sell their aircraft, while also
referring any sales leads to the company.
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Global Aviation Continues ARGUS Platinum & IS-BAO Stage Two Rating

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The Platinum Rating is the highest level of ARGUS Ratings and is awarded only to those air charter operators who have demonstrated successful implementation of industry best safety practices relative to their operations and maintenance.

Global Aviation continuously strives to meet or exceed the highest safety standards in our industry. Customers who seek to vet operators, are able to rely on Global Aviation’s safety rating and what that rating represents.

Satcom Direct (SD) Signs Exclusive New Connectivity Deal with TAG Aviation (UK) Ltd

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Satcom Direct (SD), the aviation connectivity solutions provider, has signed an exclusive agreement with TAG Aviation (UK) Ltd to incorporate new connectivity services and technology across its UK fleet.  The deal will build on the existing business relationship which has seen the two Farnborough UK-based companies collaborate to provide TAG Aviation customers with a reliable connectivity service for the last eleven years.
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EBAA and TAG Aviation Announce Cabin Crew Scholarship

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A long standing member of the European Business Aviation Association (EBAA), TAG Aviation is offering the scholarship in celebration of its 10th anniversary of providing global pilot and cabin crew training. Current WE-CARE members are encouraged to apply between 9 June and 15 August 2017.
The scholarship covers the fee for a training course for one person for a UK CAA-approved EASA Attestation. The EASA Cabin Crew Attestation Training will comprise a 5- or 7-day course at TAG’s training centre at its UK-based Farnborough Airport location and is valued at £700 (equivalent to +/- €800).
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Air Service Basel Celebrates Successful Week During Art Basel 2017

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Often described as the “Olympics of the Art World’ with over 60,000 visitors, it’s no surprise that there’s a surge in air traffic to the Swiss cultural capital over the course of the Art Basel week. Air Service Basel’s VIP handling services with direct ramp access, limousine transfers and pilot and crew facilities, make it a perfect destination for customers who want to travel discreetly and at their own convenience.
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ExecuJet South Africa Lanseria Facilities Confirmed as Location for First AfBAC EXPO

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When AfBAC EXPO kicks off on 29 November 2017, ExecuJet will welcome international attendees from Africa, and beyond, to its modern, purpose built, facility at Lanseria International Airport. With a total footprint of more than 18000 sqm the facility is well-positioned to accommodate the needs of a one day conference on the 29th November, and two-day exhibition and static display on the 30th November and 1st December.
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Falcon Aviation Expands Maintenance Service Centre Capability with Pilatus PC-12

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Falcon Aviation, the UAE’s leading aviation company specialising in business aviation services, charter and aircraft management, is expanding its MRO activity in the growing turboprop market with a Pilatus PC-12 service centre at its Al Bateen Executive Airport Hangar facility.

Under the warranty services of Pilatus Aircraft and with the backing of AMAC Aerospace, the OEM’s exclusive sales representative in the Middle East*, Falcon Aviation has ratified a new partnership agreement with PC-12 charter operator GI Aviation to provide line and base maintenance, plus regional AOG support.

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NATA Writes House Appropriators Rebutting Statements Made in Support of ATC Privatization

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In a letter today to the House Transportation Appropriations Subcommittee, the National Air Transportation Association (NATA) responded to several assertions made in support of ATC privatization at last week’s Subcommittee hearing to review the Department of Transportation’s FY2018 budget request.  “There are serious ramifications for general aviation in proposals to privatize our nation’s air traffic control system,” stated NATA Executive Vice President for Government Affairs William Deere, “and it is important the Committee have the complete set of facts.”
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Jet Aviation Celebrates Grand Opening of New FBO and Hangar at Boston/Bedford - Hanscom Field

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“With these new facilities and added capabilities at Boston/Bedford, Jet Aviation is truly taking a big step into the future of premium service for our customers and the community here,” said Jet Aviation President Rob Smith. “The new ‘state-of-the-art’ facilities are designed and built to improve safety and efficiency, and are also more protective of the environment. We are working with the United States Green Building Council to gain Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification.”
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Northwestern Michigan College Awards College Credit for Unmanned Safety Institute's Certification

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“Recognizing the quality of USI’s curriculum suites, and the powerful support of the ARGUS name, Northwestern Michigan College has recently made an unprecedented endorsement of this group,” said Alex Bloye, NMC’s Director of Aviation “Our partnership creates a direct pathway from high school programs using the USI curriculum to NMC’s nationally ranked Unmanned Systems Program, and ultimately to an amazing career in an industry hungry for highly trained talent.”
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Rectrix Aviation Celebrates 20,000th Charter Flight at Worcester Regional Airport

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“The entire Rectrix team is so pleased to achieve this milestone and mark the moment here in Worcester. Our Aerodrome facility at ORH has been a source of tremendous growth for us since it opened in late 2015—and designating this airport as our maintenance base-of-operations this past year was indicative of that success,” said Rectrix CEO Richard Cawley. “We are committed to being a partner to Massport and Worcester and look forward to seeing continued success at ORH in the coming years as the airport’s new CAT III instrument landing system comes into operation.” 
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London Oxford Airport Entices GA Market

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London Oxford Airport is enticing recreational flyers of light general aviation aircraft to visit their airfield with a series of new incentives valid for six months from May to October 2017.

Category A single-engined piston aircraft under 2.73 tonnes in weight (the largest type in this category being equivalent to a Piper Malibu or Meridian) can land for just £10 (including VAT) or FREE if they uplift 45 litres or more of Avgas.

Furthermore, GA visitors to London Oxford Airport before November will also receive a special Grass Parking rate of £10 per day (including VAT) and, if booked in advance, ILS approaches will cost just £5 (VAT included). However, the airport specifies there will be no discount for touch and goes.
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Baker Aviation Joins Air Charter Safety Foundation

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“At Baker Aviation, safety is at the foundation of all of our services,” said Baker Aviation President, Stan Baker. “Our steadfast dedication to passenger safety and security is supported by a comprehensive and ongoing program of internal review and audits.  Our membership heightens the validity of our commitment to safety, and we’re very pleased to have the support of the ACSF.” 
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Jet Aviation to Operate its FBO From the Shared Terminal at Dubai South

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As the Dubai government’s business aviation hub at Al Maktoum International Airport within Dubai World Central (DWC) begins to take shape, Jet Aviation and its joint venture partner, the Al Mulla Business Group, are outfitting a brand new facility in the shared terminal at Dubai South. Jet Aviation plans to go operational at the world’s largest purpose-built VIP Terminal in Q3 2017, and intends to hold a Grand Opening at the Dubai Airshow in November 2017.
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Jet Aviation Opens Aircraft Management and Charter Operation in Malta

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“The Malta operation is an ideal complement to our Swiss and German operations — and a very strategic addition to our aircraft management and charter business in EMEA,” says Jürg Reuthinger, senior vice president and general manager of Jet Aviation’s aircraft management and charter operations in EMEA and Asia. “Adding an additional AOC in the European Union, Jet Aviation customers benefit from further flexibility in their choice of registrations and operation."
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FAI Accepts Gold Award for Safety from EBAA on 40th Anniversary

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FAI rent-a-jet Aktiengesellschaft (dba Flight Ambulance Intl.) was awarded the prestigious 2017 Gold Safety of Flight Award by the European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) during the EBACE Convention’s 40th annual event in Geneva, Switzerland. The Gold Award is awarded to member companies operating business aircraft for forty years or 80,000 hours without an accident.  
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EBACE2017 Showcases Energy and Strength of Business Aviation in Europe

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As the final day of the 2017 European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE2017) wrapped up, organizers said the show was one of the most successful in recent memory, reinforcing its reputation as the industry’s most important event in Europe.

EBACE is jointly hosted by the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and the European Business Aviation Association (EBAA). This year’s show took place from May 22 to 24 at Geneva’s Palexpo conference center and Geneva International Airport.

“Anyone who spent the last week at EBACE can see the passion and professionalism that define this industry,” said EBAA CEO Brandon Mitchener. “This show was full of energy and excitement for the future, with amazing technology on display, in-depth policy discussions and more than a few deals closed.”

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