NBAA Joins International Aviation Community in Celebrating ICAO’s 80th Anniversary

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) celebrates the 80th anniversary of the signing of an agreement establishing the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), the United Nations agency that regulates international air navigation and promotes the safe development of global aviation standards.

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Global Jet Announces Participation at MEBAA 2024

Global Jet Announces Participation at MEBAA 2024

A trusted brand for 24 years, Global Jet manages more than 69 aircraft for private and commercial operation for HNWIs and private corporations around the globe. In addition to being one of the largest operators worldwide, they have one of the most diverse fleets, with over 35 different aircraft types, including 35 available for charter.

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NBAA Marks the Passing of Aviation Safety Stalwart Nicholas Sabatini

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) today marked the passing of aviation safety advocate and former FAA Associate Administrator for Aviation Safety Nicholas “Nick” Sabatini, an influential leader at the FAA and mentor to many in the agency and industry

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Travel Guide: Argentina

Travel Guide: Argentina

The hum of the holidays falls silent as January starts the clock on a new year. Between the cold air and low light, if you’re settled in the northern hemisphere, it’s the perfect excuse to cross the equator for brighter skies, warmer temperatures, and outdoor activities. For this southern hemisphere summer excursion, Argentina has moments of awe to offer every member of your travel group.

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Group Charter Air Travel: Flying Together

Group Charter Air Travel: Flying Together

In the aviation industry, group charter typically refers to a flight with 20 or more people – too many to fit on most business jets. Who is riding in those planes? Movie and TV productions, sports teams, music groups and humanitarian organizations, among many others, including the White House press corps. They’re typically looking to fly at times and to places that can be tricky to mesh with “scheduled service” air travel – i.e., commercial airlines traveling at set times from set places.

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Neil Harvey Receives BBGA 2024 Contribution to Industry Award

Neil Harvey Receives BBGA 2024 Contribution to Industry Award

The British Business and General Aviation Association is pleased to recognize Neil Harvey, a renowned and popular industry leader in business aviation, for its 2024 Contribution to Industry award. Neil, Director of Executive Aviation at award-winning charter brokerage Hunt & Palmer, marked 30 years at the company this year. He has introduced many newcomers into the often-complex world of on-demand aviation and earned respect and friendship from industry peers around the world.

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Hunt and Palmer is The Air Charter Association's Charter Operators' Broker of the Year

Hunt and Palmer is The Air Charter Association's Charter Operators' Broker of the Year

Hunt & Palmer was awarded Charter Operators’ Broker of the Year for the second time at The Air Charter Association’s annual awards, held on November 21st. The award, first introduced in 2022, recognizes the value the brokerage community delivers in facilitating executive, commercial and cargo air charters.

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Charter Spotlight: North American Air Charter

Charter Spotlight: North American Air Charter

Air Charter Guide recently spoke to Ehsan Naranji, owner, North American Air Charter. Since its inception in 1990, North American has offered superior service, continuously adjusting their in-flight services to meet each client’s individual needs.

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NATA CS Joins NATA as a Member and Enhances Relationship Through Participation in the Partner+ Program

NATA (The National Air Transportation Association), the voice of the business aviation community, is pleased to announce that NATA Compliance Services (NATA CS) has joined the Association as a participant in its Partner+ Program. NATA CS is a leading service provider offering security, safety, and compliance solutions to the aviation industry.

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Paragon Aviation Group Announces Expansion of Corporate Leadership Team

Paragon Aviation Group has announced the addition of three key professionals to its corporate leadership team: Tina Gray, Aria Herrera, and Kristen Morgan. This expansion aims to strengthen the company’s commitment to excellence within the aviation industry alongside existing leaders, Crystal Kubeczka, President, and Julie O’Brien, Vice President of Business Development.

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Hunt & Palmer Announce Succession Plan

After nearly 40 years at the head of the air charter brokerage which bears their name, Peter Hunt and Jeremy Palmer have announced the beginning of a process which will see management control for the Hunt & Palmer Group transition over the next 12 months.

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NBAA Issues Statement on Nomination of Sean Duffy as DOT Secretary

“Sean Duffy’s experience in Congress demonstrates his ability to work with lawmakers in navigating complex legislative processes, including the advancement of infrastructure and transportation policies,” Bolen said. “Equally important, his representation of a predominantly rural congressional district gives him firsthand insight into the critical role of general aviation in towns with little or no airline service. We congratulate him on his nomination and look forward to his confirmation by the Senate.

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EAA Awarded Air Ambulance Company of the Year 2024

EAA Awarded Air Ambulance Company of the Year 2024

European Air Ambulance (EAA) is proud to announce that it has been selected as ‘Air Ambulance Company of the Year’ 2024 by the International Travel & Health Insurance Journal (ITIJ). This prestigious award is presented to air ambulance companies that have demonstrated excellence in international patient repatriation over the past 12 months, making a significant contribution to the quality of the air ambulance sector.

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NBAA Fact Checks Misleading Report on Business Aviation Sustainability

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has challenged a report for selectively using data, making statements based on faulty analysis and ignoring facts to produce a one-sided set of conclusions about sustainability and business aviation – an industry that is on pace to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

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NBAA Announces New Roles for Damato, Broom, and Thanks Lutz for Her Service

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has announced new and expanded responsibilities for two senior team members and thanked a third leader, who announced plans to step down from the association earlier this year. Jo Damato, CAM, has been named senior vice president, events and professional engagement, and Andrew Broom has been named chief revenue officer. The changes come as Laurie Lutz, senior vice president, events, concluded her planned departure from NBAA this month. 

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NATA’s Chambers Promoted to Senior Vice President of Communications and Association Affairs

The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) is pleased to announce that Shannon Chambers has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Communications and Association Affairs. Chambers will spearhead NATA’s strategic and creative flow of communications and initiatives, while further developing and strengthening the Association’s brand, programs, and relationships.

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