ACSF Adds Lone Mountain Jet Management to its Aviation Safety Action Program

The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF), a leading advocate for safety in the private aviation industry, proudly announces the addition of Lone Mountain Jet Management, a leader in aircraft management services, to its distinguished Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP)

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Tag Aviation Launches Its Latest Fragrance

Tag Aviation Launches Its Latest Fragrance

TAG Aviation is pleased to announce a new addition to the TAG fragrance collection – Orchid Bloom. This fragrance symbolizes TAG’s presence in Singapore. Now with 2 bases, one at Seletar Airport (WSSL) and the other downtown, highlighting the importance of this pivotal area to TAG as a strategic location within a six-hour radius of any Southeast Asian country.

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Clay Lacy Aviation and Overair Partner to Introduce Advanced Air Mobility to Southern California

Clay Lacy Aviation and Overair Partner to Introduce Advanced Air Mobility to Southern California

Overair, an emerging global leader in advanced air mobility (AAM) and developer of all-electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, today announced a new strategic collaboration with leading private jet management company, fixed-base operator (FBO), and infrastructure developer Clay Lacy Aviation to establish emission-free, ultra-quiet electric aviation operations throughout the Southern California region.

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NBAA Joins Call for Senate to Move Ahead on Long-Term FAA Reauthorization Bill; Issues Call to Action to its Members

As time ticks down toward expiration of the latest short-term extension of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reauthorization, the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) joined with 22 additional aviation groups in sending an urgent call for U.S. Senate leadership to markup and pass the comprehensive five-year FAA reauthorization bill that remains under deliberation in the chamber.

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Solairus Announces Record Growth in 2023

Solairus Aviation, a market-leading provider of private aviation management services, announced record flights, fleet expansion and employee growth in 2023. The news highlights the high-regard aircraft owners have for the company, which has grown yearly since its launch in 2009. Solairus’ growth came primarily from long-range, large-cabin and super-mid-size aircraft owners who accounted for 87% of new additions and who make up 88% of the 325 aircraft fleet.

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Future Energy Global Launches Sustainable Aviation Fuel Market Accelerator with Aviation Partners Backing

Responding to the pressing need to decarbonize aviation, a world-class team of aviation, Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and climate experts, are creating a faster path to reach net-zero goals. Future Energy Global, led by former GE Capital Aviation Services (GECAS) Head of Portfolio Strategy Natasha Mann, launches an innovative financial ecosystem to accelerate the production and uptake of SAF.

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NATA Names Jenny Ann Urban Managing Director of Air Charter and Maintenance, Thanks Ken Thompson for Service to the Association and Industry

NATA Names Jenny Ann Urban Managing Director of Air Charter and Maintenance, Thanks Ken Thompson for Service to the Association and Industry

Jenny Ann Urban has joined the NATA (National Air Transportation Association) team as Managing Director of Air Charter and Maintenance. In this role, Urban monitors executive branch agency activities and serves as the team liaison to NATA’s Air Charter and Maintenance Committees. She also represents the association at industry and government meetings, hearings, and events, as well as plays a crucial role in advancing NATA’s mission and advocacy efforts through industry engagement, project management, and stakeholder collaboration.

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GrandView Aviation Director of Maintenance Recognized With Patriot Award

GrandView Aviation Director of Maintenance Recognized With Patriot Award

The State of Maryland's Employer Support for the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) has presented GrandView Director of Maintenance Mike Ruth with its “Patriot Award.” This special award recognizes supervisors and managers, nominated by a National Guard or Reserve service member, for outstanding support provided directly to the members, their spouses and fellow members.

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NATA Names Juliet Jordan Managing Director of Industry Affairs and Innovation

Juliet Jordan has joined the NATA (National Air Transportation Association) team as Managing Director of Industry Affairs and Innovation. In this role, Jordan monitors executive branch agency activities and serves as the team liaison to NATA’s Airport Business, Environment, and AAM Committees.

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Chad Davidson Business Aviation Leadership Scholarship Fund Established

Chad Davidson Business Aviation Leadership Scholarship Fund Established

Solairus Aviation is proud to announce the establishment of the Chad Davidson Business Aviation Leadership Scholarship Fund, an initiative dedicated to honoring the memory of the late Chad Davidson, a passionate aviator and outstanding businessman in the aviation community.

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NATA Promotes Berry to Vice President of Education and Safety

NATA has announced a key leadership change with the promotion of Steve Berry to Vice President of Education and Safety. In his new role as Vice President, Berry leads the strategic vision for and oversight of NATA's education and safety initiatives, including the Safety 1st Training Center and Safety 1st onSITE.

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Journey Aviation Welcomes The New Year By Celebrating its 10 Year Anniversary in Operation

Journey Aviation Welcomes The New Year By Celebrating its 10 Year Anniversary in Operation

Journey Aviation – a worldwide private jet charter operator and aircraft management company – welcomes the New Year by celebrating its 10th Anniversary. The Company has been in operation for a successful 10 years, visiting 185 countries across the globe, with over 10,000 trips flown and grossing over half a billion dollars in revenue during said time.

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Tony Raines Joins Aviation Maintenance Professionals as Senior Sales Manager, Bringing Decades of Aviation Expertise

Aviation Maintenance Professionals proudly welcomes Tony Raines as the newest addition to their team, serving as Senior Sales Manager. With a distinguished career spanning over 30 years in corporate aviation, Tony's extensive experience and remarkable skills make him a valuable asset to the organization.

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Joby and Clay Lacy Partner to Bring First Electric Air Taxi Charger to Southern California

Joby and Clay Lacy Partner to Bring First Electric Air Taxi Charger to Southern California

Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY), a company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, today announced it has signed a definitive agreement with Clay Lacy Aviation to install Southern California’s first electric air taxi charger at John Wayne Airport (KSNA) in Orange County, CA.

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Aegean and Cyprus Airways Strengthen Their Strategic Cooperation

Aegean Airlines and Cyprus Airways have signed a long-term ACMI (wet lease) deal in which the Cypriot flag carrier will lease two Airbus A320 aircraft to the Greek flag carrier, including cockpit and cabin crews. The first aircraft will join the Aegean fleet in December, while the second lease will commence at the end of March 2024. The agreement was facilitated by aviation and ACMI specialists Zela Aviation.

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London Heli Shuttle Marks First Sustainable Aviation Fueled Flight

London Heli Shuttle Marks First Sustainable Aviation Fueled Flight

London Biggin Hill Airport (EGKB) recently saw the first flight of the London Heli Shuttle, operated by Castle Air, using a 10% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blend. The dedicated business aviation airport was the first in London to offer Air bp’s low carbon renewable fuel, which is produced from waste and residue products, providing a lifecycle carbon reduction of around 80% compared to the traditional jet fuel it replaces.

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Reynolds Jet Expands Charter Fleet with Gulfstream G150

Reynolds Jet has added a Gulfstream G150 to its fleet of managed aircraft. The low-time, mid-size aircraft can seat up to nine passengers and is well-equipped with a variety of popular amenities. The aircraft, based out of the company’s private hangar facility at Lunken Airport in Cincinnati (KLUK), will also be available for charter.

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As Congress Passes Second FAA Extension; NBAA Reaffirms Call for Long-Term Reauthorization Bill

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) marked last night’s passage of a second congressional extension to maintain authorization for Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) operations with a renewed call for Congress to move forward with a new multi-year authorization bill for the agency.

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Safety 1st Training Center Customizable for All Aviation Businesses – Go Rentals Implements Program

Go Rentals is the first rental car company to implement a customized safety training program under the NATA Safety 1st Training Center. The program provides foundational airport ramp safety and security training while enhancing the collaboration between Go Rental employees and ramp personnel. The customized training program includes essential knowledge on airport movement operations, such as understanding traffic patterns, right-of-way rules, and airport signs and markings.

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