July 31, 2023

Journey Aviation Adds Two Additional Gulfstreams to its Charter Fleet Including a G550 and GIVSP Now Available for Travel Worldwide

July 31, 2023/ Air Charter Journal

Journey Aviation Adds Two Additional Gulfstreams to its Charter Fleet Including a G550 and GIVSP Now Available for Travel Worldwide

Journey Aviation – a worldwide private jet charter operator and aircraft management company – continues to grow its charter fleet with its latest addition of two Gulfstreams including G550 and GIVSP models. With these adds in the heavy jet category, the company now has a fleet of 22 aircraft containing 18 heavy jets and growing – available for domestic and international flights.

July 31, 2023

Let’s Jett Joins the ACSF & Its Aviation Safety Action Program

July 31, 2023/ Air Charter Journal

The Air Charter Safety Foundation (acsf.aero) welcomes its newest member: Let’s Jett, the Van Nuys, California-based air charter and aircraft management company. In addition, Let’s Jett will also participate in the ACSF’s Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP).

July 26, 2023

FlyHouse Elevates Private Aviation with Two New Gulfstreams in its Luxury Fleet

July 26, 2023/ Air Charter Journal

FlyHouse Elevates Private Aviation with Two New Gulfstreams in its Luxury Fleet

FlyHouse, a leading private aviation company, proudly announces the addition of two state-of-the-art aircraft to its luxury fleet - N25GV Gulfstream V and N435HC Gulfstream IV-SP. With these new additions, FlyHouse continues its mission to revolutionize the private aviation industry, offering discerning travelers an unmatched experience of luxury, comfort, and convenience.

July 25, 2023

Electric Power Systems Selected as Electric Aviation Battery Provider for Elifly’s Cutting-Edge Research Seaplane Demonstrator

July 25, 2023/ Air Charter Journal

Electric Power Systems Selected as Electric Aviation Battery Provider for Elifly’s Cutting-Edge Research Seaplane Demonstrator

Electric Power Systems (EP Systems), a leading provider of advanced energy storage solutions, today announced it has been selected as the battery provider for Elfly’s highly anticipated all-electric seaplane. The companies announced their partnership for the research demonstrator program at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2023, where both companies are participating. Under the terms of the agreement, EPS will deliver its EPiC battery line for the initial demonstration to incorporate upgradable energy solutions.

July 25, 2023

TAG Europe Expands its Fleet Even Further in Q2 with Aircraft for Charter

July 25, 2023/ Air Charter Journal

TAG Aviation Europe, has announced an additional two aircraft to join its fleet in Q2: a factory-new Gulfstream 650ER and a Bombardier Global Express which will both be available for charter. The Gulfstream will be based between Switzerland and Turkey and the Global Express will be based in Farnborough, UK.

July 25, 2023

VOO Integrates with Skylegs to Facilitate Flight Scheduling

July 25, 2023/ Air Charter Journal

VOO Integrates with Skylegs to Facilitate Flight Scheduling

VOO, the B2B private jet marketplace that delivers bookings, integrated with Skylegs, a leading aviation management platform for aircraft operators, in mid-July 2023. This integration covers essential flight scheduling functionalities, thereby enabling more efficient charter sales and providing traceability, real-time availability, convenience and seamless operations leading to bookings.

July 25, 2023

TAG Aviation Cayman Achieve WYVERN Wingman & IS-BAO Accreditations

July 25, 2023/ Air Charter Journal

TAG Aviation Cayman Achieve WYVERN Wingman & IS-BAO Accreditations

TAG Aviation Cayman has secured accreditations for both WYVERN Wingman Certified Operators and The International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations (IS-BAO). TAG Aviation has been a long-standing operator of Cayman Islands registered aircraft for private owners but was awarded an Air Operator Certificate (AOC) by the Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) in May 2022. TAG Aviation holds AOCs from San Marino, Malta and the UK, which are also Wyvern and IS-BAO certified.

July 25, 2023

NBAA and NATA Welcome House Passage of Landmark Bipartisan FAA Reauthorization Measure

July 25, 2023/ Air Charter Journal

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and National Air Transportation Association (NATA) have applauded the U.S. House of Representatives’ approval of H.R. 3935, the Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act, by a vote of 351-69. The bill reauthorizes Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) programs for the next five years while significantly improving the Agency’s operational efficiency, oversight of aviation safety, commitment to innovation, investment in the aviation workforce, and more.

July 25, 2023

ACSF Adds Alexander Evans and Andrew Ha to Growing Team

July 25, 2023/ Air Charter Journal

The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ASCF.aero), a non-profit organization that supports the highest safety standards for more than 315 business, charter and fractional operators in the aviation industry, today announced two additions to its growing team. Filling critical roles at the ACSF are Alexander Evans, who will serve as the new Assistant Director of Safety; and Andrew Ha, who has been named Programs Administrator.

July 20, 2023

American Jet Charter - Empty Legs July 2023

July 20, 2023/ Air Charter Journal

07/23/2023 from Aspen, CO (ASE) to Oklahoma City, OK (PWA) in our Citation Encore N13092. There are 8 seats available to purchase for $2500 each or buy the empty leg for $8000.00

July 14, 2023

Florida Court of Appeal Rejects County Assessor’s Attempt to Tax Fixed Base Operators

July 14, 2023/ Air Charter Journal

NATA President and CEO Curt Castagna stated, “The Court’s ruling removes a significant burden to general aviation operations in Florida and represents a resounding victory for economic efficiency and growth in our industry. Our members around the country should be reassured that the legislature and court system in Florida recognize the vital role that FBOs play in facilitating general aviation operations which contribute mightily to our economy.”

July 14, 2023

San Marino Achieves USA FAA Category 1 Rating

July 14, 2023/ Air Charter Journal

San Marino Achieves USA FAA Category 1 Rating

The Republic of San Marino has achieved the USA FAA Category 1 Rating, according to a recent Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announcement. The Category 1 rating recognizes the San Marino civil aviation authority as compliant with ICAO standards and allows San Marino air carriers to operate services to the United States.

July 10, 2023

Sun Air Jets Presented With 2022 Friendly Flyer Award from the Van Nuys Airport (KVNY)

July 10, 2023/ Air Charter Journal

Sun Air Jets Presented With 2022 Friendly Flyer Award from the Van Nuys Airport (KVNY)

Sun Air Jets is honored to announce that it has been presented with the 2022 Friendly Flyer Award from the Van Nuys Airport (KVNY). It is the company’s 9th such award since 2014, making it the recipient with the longest consecutive tenure. According to the Los Angeles World Airports website, the voluntary Fly Friendly/Quiet Departure Program for jet aircraft was established in 1994 to address the community’s concerns regarding jet aircraft noise in neighboring areas.

July 10, 2023

Cambridge City Airport and London Southend Airport Join Weston Aviation's New Partnership Product

July 10, 2023/ Air Charter Journal

Weston Aviation, the UK and Ireland-based Private and Business Aviation company, has launched its new partnership product. To be known as “The Collection,” the new alliance will enable Weston Aviation to further expand its network by working closely with other airport owners and independent FBO operators to champion the use of these regional airports and increase audience reach.

July 10, 2023

Jet Aviation Expands CAA Network with Addition of Fifth U.S. Location at KPBI

July 10, 2023/ Air Charter Journal

Jet Aviation Expands CAA Network with Addition of Fifth U.S. Location at KPBI

Jet Aviation announced that its FBO location in West Palm Beach (KPBI) has joined the Corporate Aircraft Association (CAA) registered FBO network. The company has a further four CAA-registered FBOs in the U.S.

July 05, 2023

Leeds East Airport Opens Brand New FBO Equipped With RNP Instrument Approach

July 05, 2023/ Air Charter Journal

Leeds East Airport (EGCM) is opening a brand new FBO including a state-of-the-art VIP lounge and facilities more than equal to any international FBO. The RNP(GNSS) Instrument Approach has been approved by the CAA and is active from 10th August. The system improves flight safety and provides a full instrument GNSS approach on runway 06/24 which is 25 feet ASL.

July 05, 2023

Kestutis Abarius Appointed as Head of Sports Charter Sales at Skyllence

July 05, 2023/ Air Charter Journal

Kestutis Abarius Appointed as Head of Sports Charter Sales at Skyllence

Skyllence, a leading international air charter broker, is delighted to announce the appointment of Kestutis Abarius as Head of Sports Charter Sales. In his new role, Kestutis will be responsible for delivering exceptional sports travel services and ensuring the highest standards of sports travel for existing clients and newcomers alike.