NATA Congratulates New House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee Leaders

The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) President and CEO Curt Castagna has congratulated the new leaders of the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Transportation & Infrastructure, Chairman Sam Graves (R-MO) and Ranking Member Rick Larsen (D-WA).

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NATA Updates Training to Address Emerging Risks of Aircraft Misfueling

The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) has released an update to its industry-wide Safety 1st General Aviation Misfueling Prevention Program — a free, online training resource for pilots, line service professionals, and other aircraft refueling stakeholders. 

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Operator Spotlight: Clay Lacy Aviation

Operator Spotlight: Clay Lacy Aviation

Air Charter Guide recently spoke with Cecilia Brazil, Charter Sales Coordinator for Clay Lacy Aviation. Founded in 1968 by an aviation legend and industry pioneer, Clay Lacy is the world’s most experienced operator of private jets. For the past 50 years, they have managed, maintained and globally operated jet aircraft from every major manufacturer. They serve business and world leaders, Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, professional athletes, sports franchises, celebrities and dignitaries.

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Skyservice Business Aviation Receives TCCA, FAA & EASA Supplemental Type Certificate Approval for Satcom's Plane Simple Ku-band Installations

Skyservice Business Aviation Receives TCCA,  FAA & EASA Supplemental Type Certificate Approval for Satcom's Plane Simple Ku-band Installations

Skyservice Business Aviation, a North American leader in business aviation, announced it has received TCCA, FAA, and EASA supplemental type certification (STC) approval for the integration of Satcom Direct Plane Simple Ku-band Tail Mounted Antenna systems. The newly certified integration is available on Bombardier Challenger 604/605/650 and Global Express/XRS/5000/6000 series aircraft models.

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Impressive Speaker Lineup for 2023 Leadership Conference to Focus on Dynamic Excellence

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has gathered preeminent experts in personal development and management strategies for its 2023 Leadership Conference to help business aviation leaders of today and tomorrow manage excellence in an increasingly pressure-filled environment, and maintain a healthy and achievable work-life balance. The conference will be held Feb. 27-March 1 at The Westin Charlotte in Charlotte, NC.

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Air Charter Guide Has You Covered: The Super Bowl in Phoenix and the Miami International Boat Show

Air Charter Guide Has You Covered: The Super Bowl in Phoenix and the Miami International Boat Show

The new year is an exciting time to make plans and look ahead! With the holidays behind us, we’re looking for adventure and experience in 2023. January is a great time to get organized and back into your groove. February marks the beginning of events and experiences you won’t want to miss, with the Superbowl in Glendale, Arizona, on February 12th and the Miami International Boat Show from February 15th to the 19th.

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NATA Statement on Omnibus Funding for Unleaded Fuel

The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 signed by the President late last week supports general aviation’s progress toward a lead-free future. The legislation includes $10 million for additional fuel testing and evaluation to assist the collaborative industry-government effort to move general aviation to a fleetwide drop-in, lead-free fuel solution no later than 2030.

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RoyalJet Renews Their WYVERN Wingman Certification

RoyalJet LLC has once more secured its designation of WYVERN Wingman Certified Operator following a successful Audit, conducted by WYVERN in October 2022. The WYVERN Wingman Standard, the first air charter audit standard in the aviation industry, provides a safety benchmark that allows air charter customers to assess performance expectations against recognized industry best-operating practices before purchasing air charter services.

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NATA Statement on Passage of FY 2023 Government Funding, AAIM Act

The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 passed by Congress and signed by the President late last week includes critical provisions for the aviation industry, from establishment of a pilot grant program for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) infrastructure to increased funding for key Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) programs.

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OneWeb Confirms Successful Deployment of 40 Satellites Launched With SpaceX

OneWeb Confirms Successful Deployment of 40 Satellites Launched With SpaceX

OneWeb has confirmed the successful deployment of 40 satellites launched by SpaceX, from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The launch is OneWeb’s 15th to date and its second since resuming its campaign with a successful launch from India in October, putting the company on track to deliver global coverage in 2023.

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Mayo Aviation Names Aspen Services Manager

Mayo Aviation Names Aspen Services Manager

To strengthen and grow those relationships, the aircraft management and charter service provider announces the addition of Alexandra Cisco as Aspen Services Manager. She comes to Mayo with nearly a decade of high-end managerial experience covering Aspen and a deep knowledge of the business aviation world.

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NBAA Thanks NY Governor for Vetoing Restrictive Noise Bill

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) today thanked NY Gov. Kathy Hochul for vetoing the “Stop the Chop” act, which would have allowed anyone to sue a pilot, flight department, line service personnel or company employee operating in the state for alleged helicopter noise pollution, even if the operation was legal.

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Desert Jet Adds the King Air 350i Turboprop to its Managed Fleet of Charter Aircraft

Desert Jet Adds the King Air 350i Turboprop to its Managed Fleet of Charter Aircraft

Desert Jet, the premier full-service business aviation company based in Greater Palm Springs, California, is pleased to announce the addition of a King Air 350i turboprop to its managed fleet of aircraft. The versatility and short-field capabilities of the King Air 350i complement Desert Jet's managed fleet mix of Citation jets, providing charter clients with another exceptional option for their travel needs and growing demand for private aircraft.

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