Meridian Air Charter | Citation Excel-Captain

Meridian Air Charter, a Teterboro, NJ based aircraft charter and Management Company, has an immediate opening for an experienced Citation Excel Captain in Hayward, CA. The successful candidate must be highly motivated, organized, and must exhibit strong leadership skills. The Captain will be responsible for conducting Part 135 charter flights in accordance with Meridian Air Charter policy and procedures, as well as within FAA regulations and guidelines. In addition, the successful candidate must be a team-oriented individual, capable of providing first class customer service and care. The Captain position offers exciting opportunities and rewarding challenges. Meridian Air Charter is a recognized operator in the aviation industry with tremendous growth potential for those who join our team
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Gulfstream G550 Delivered to Chinese Buyer by Asian Sky Group

Hong Kong business aviation consulting company Asian Sky Group (ASG) has just completed the successful delivery of a pre-owned Gulfstream G550 from the US to a China-based client.

From the moment of initial interest in purchasing an aircraft to the final delivery and entry into service, ASG provided all the necessary services and assistance to the client to ensure a successful transaction. This included locating the most suitable aircraft available through extensive market analysis and research, utilizing ASG’s in-house counsel for all legal and contractual matters, aircraft inspections, and finally, closing and delivery.
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BBGA Applauds RAES for Recognising Bizav with First Sector Event

Supported by the British Business and General Aviation Association, The ‘Time to Rethink Business Aviation’ evening event, (18:00 and 20:00 hrs), will examine the current challenges in the industry, including the lack of clarity over changing political landscapes; the need to remain attractive as an employment sector; being at the forefront in environmental improvement and securing access to key airports.  It will also consider how the industry can overcome barriers to growth.
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Gulfstream Product Support Grows As Gulfstream Asia-Pacific Fleet Expands

“Our Asia-Pacific fleet grew by 25 aircraft in 2016 and is now well over 300,” said Derek Zimmerman, president, Gulfstream Product Support. “Strong customer response to our aircraft over the past several years in the region, especially Greater China, has resulted in us building a significant support presence there, which we enhance and supplement whenever possible. As always, we are committed to providing our customers first-class support throughout their Gulfstream ownership experience.”
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Jet Aviation’s Maintenance Center in Vienna Gains FAA Repair Station Approval

“As a support spoke to Jet Aviation’s major Maintenance and Completions Center in Basel, our facility in Vienna provides much-needed maintenance support to aircraft owners and operators in Eastern Europe, where approximately 10 percent of all N-registered aircraft in EMEA and Asia are based or operating,” says Hakan Tin, managing director of Jet Aviation’s MRO and FBO facility in Vienna.
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Pentastar Aviation Awarded STC for Gulfstream GIV-X (G350/G450) Wi-Fi Compatibility

Pentastar Aviation has been issued Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) ST04188CH for certification of compatibility of wireless data technologies on Gulfstream Aerospace GIV-X (G350/G450) series aircraft. Award of this STC allows operators to approve the use of Transmitting Portable Electronic Devices (TPED) onboard aircraft with wireless networks or Wi-Fi hot spots for their passengers.
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First AfBAARS|NBAC Launches New Nigerian Business Aviation Organisation

The first jointly hosted African Business Aviation Association Regional Symposium and Nigerian Business Aviation Conference highlighted the need for regional stakeholders to collaborate to make real change happen. At the end of the two-day event, held at the Eko Hotel Lagos, 24 and 25 March, Segun Demuren CEO of local organisers EAN Aviation, pledged to form and launch a new Nigerian business aviation organisation within 90 days. Work has already begun on forming the administration and board of the AfBAA Nigeria Chapter which will be launched by July.
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Jota Aviation Signs LoI on Third BAE Avro Regional Jet

“We are delighted to have identified a highly suitable aircraft and the Jota Group will be purchasing the jet from Falko later next month,” commented Andy Green.  It will be re-registered to fly under the G register as G-JOTS.  Jota Aviation also intends to further expand the fleet with a dedicated freighter variant too, as previously announced. 
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Citation XLS Added to Latitude 33 Aviation's Private Jet Charter Fleet

Latitude Aviation is proud to announce the latest aircraft addition, a 2012 Cessna Citation XLS+. The new mid-size aircraft will be based at John Wayne Airport in Orange County (KSNA), adding a new location to better cater to the increased demand for private jet flights in Southern California. The new owner selected Latitude 33 Aviation to handle the aircraft acquisition, acceptance and delivery process.
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Windsor Jet Adds New Gulfstream IVSP to Charter Fleet

Windsor Jet’s Chief Operating Officer, Nigel England stated, “We are thrilled to announce the new aircraft addition to our charter certificate and look forward to the continued growth of our company and current fleet size. Our ongoing success is directly attributed to our highly dedicated team of aviation experts in management, flight operations, safety, maintenance and crew.”
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