NBAA Applauds New Data Security Protections for Business Aircraft Owners

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Publicly available, personally identifiable aircraft information has enabled flight-stalking by anyone, anywhere in the world, with any motive. Congress has historically recognized that the situation raises serious concerns regarding passenger security, safety and corporate espionage. In 2024, Congress passed bipartisan legislation reauthorizing the FAA that included language requiring the agency to take steps to bolster the security of information related to aircraft ownership and operations.

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Insight and Inspiration Drive a Powerful 2025 NBAA Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference

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The National Business Aviation Association’s (NBAA’s) Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference (SDC) left an indelible mark on the industry’s 2025 event calendar, with unmatched opportunities for networking, learning and sharing new ways to navigate challenges, now and in the future.

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Jet Aviation Launches Staffing Marketplace Integration for Avianis

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Jet Aviation Launches Staffing Marketplace Integration for Avianis

Avianis users can now connect to Jet Aviation Staffing Marketplace to create job postings directly from their Avianis profile. As trip details are updated, the system will automatically connect with Staffing Marketplace, allowing candidates to be sourced and details to be viewed simultaneously across both platforms.

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Joy Buoncuore to Be Honored with Prestigious S&D Leadership Award

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) will present longtime scheduler and licensed dispatcher Joy Buoncuore with the Schedulers & Dispatchers (S&D) Outstanding Achievement & Leadership Award at the 2025 Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference (SDC2025), taking place March 25-27 in New Orleans.

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NBAA Recognizes GAMA’s Pete Bunce for Industry Leadership

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) recently honored Pete Bunce, longtime president and CEO of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA), with an award recognizing his decades of industry advocacy and leadership. Bunce will retire next month from GAMA after 20 years at the helm of the group representing general aviation airframe, avionics, powerplant and other original equipment manufacturers.  

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TAG Aviation Counts Down To The Arrival Of The 6X

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TAG Aviation Counts Down To The Arrival Of The 6X

TAG Aviation is excited for the arrival of their brand-new Falcon 6X which is currently in Dassault Aviation’s completion facility in Little Rock. This will be the first UK-registered Falcon 6X and will be available for charter. This aircraft type will fit perfectly into an already varied and established charter fleet at TAG. 

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FlyHouse Names Al Mann Chief Safety Officer

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"Safety isn’t just about following rules, it’s about building a culture where it’s second nature," said Al Mann. "FlyHouse is pushing private aviation forward, and I’m excited to be part of a team that doesn’t just talk about safety but lives it in every flight, every decision, and every interaction."

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Charter Spotlight: Eleven Aviation

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Charter Spotlight: Eleven Aviation

Air Charter Guide recently spoke with Eleven Aviation, an air charter operator based in the Pacific Northwest. Inspired by an exceptional journey, the number "11" signifies a commitment to providing service that transcends expectations: On a scale of 1 to 10, Eleven Aviation strives to be an 11. Their mission is to exceed the highest standards in private aviation, ensuring every interaction reflects their dedication to excellent service.

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Hatt & Associates Promotes Pat Harvey to Vice President of Sales and Market Strategy

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Hatt & Associates proudly announces the promotion of Pat Harvey to Vice President of Sales and Market Strategy. A seasoned aviation professional with 20 years of industry experience, a commercial pilot rating, and a Certified Flight Instructor – Instrument (CFII) rating, Pat has been an integral part of Hatt & Associates for several years. His extensive expertise in private jet markets and aircraft transactions has been instrumental in expanding the firm’s reach and capabilities.

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IW Aviation Scoops AC-U-KWIK Prize at ACA Spring Lunch

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IW Aviation Scoops AC-U-KWIK Prize at ACA Spring Lunch

Samanda Omanovic, a flight manager at UK-based IW Aviation, was delighted to win a Premium subscription to AC-U-KWIK at the Air Charter Association's spring lunch at London's Guildhall on Thursday, March 20, 2025. The prize was one of several raffle prizes at the event, where numbered tickets are drawn at random at the end of the event.

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Payerne Airport to Host the Swiss Private Jets Show by DZUN for the Second Time

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Payerne Airport to Host the Swiss Private Jets Show by DZUN for the Second Time

Yuri Dzun, Speedwings Business SA and swiss aeropole will host the second edition of a one-day event dedicated to business aviation professionals, including a static aircraft display, exhibition stands and extensive networking. The event aims to provide a high-quality setup where industry members can efficiently promote their products and services with a reasonable investment in time and money while achieving great results for their businesses.

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ACL Wins Slot Management Contract at Sydney Airport

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ACL Wins Slot Management Contract at Sydney Airport

ACL Asia Pacific, part of the Airport Coordination Limited group, is pleased to confirm its appointment as slot management provider at Australia’s Sydney Airport (YSSY), effective April 1, 2025.  The award follows a competitive process initiated by the Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government.  It is a strategically important win for ACL, introducing a change of slot coordinator in Sydney for the first time.

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NBAA Names 5 Industry Leaders to its Board, Advisory Council

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has announced that FlightAware Founder and BakerVentures CEO Daniel Baker and 4AIR President Kennedy Ricci have been appointed to NBAA’s Board of Directors. Additionally, Clay Lacy Chief Commercial Officer Joe Barber, CAM; Avfuel Corporation Executive Vice President C.R. Sincock, II and Executive Vice President and Managing Director of Aviation at Garmin International Inc. Phil Straub have been named to the association’s Advisory Council.

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NBAA Welcomes Nomination of Bryan Bedford as FAA Administrator

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and the National Air Transportation Association (NATA) have welcomed President Trump’s nomination of pilot and aviation industry veteran Bryan Bedford to lead the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), noting Bedford’s proven organizational leadership, and the importance of a confirmed administrator in providing consistency and continuity at the agency.

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BBGA CEO Marc Bailey is This Year’s Outstanding Contribution to Aviation Award Recipient

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BBGA CEO Marc Bailey is This Year’s Outstanding Contribution to Aviation Award Recipient

Marc Bailey, CEO of The British Business General Aviation Association, is this year’s recipient of the prestigious Michael Wheatley Award for Outstanding Services to Aviation.  Marc celebrates 15 years steering the largest national business aviation association in Europe, following a four-decade career working with blue-chip aerospace organizations, including British Airways and Cobham.  He started his career as a technician apprentice with BA predecessor BOAC at London Heathrow.

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FAI Reports Steady 2024 Revenues and Advances Fleet Renewal

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FAI Reports Steady 2024 Revenues and Advances Fleet Renewal

FAI Aviation Group, one of the world’s leading global providers of mission-critical aviation services, announces consolidated group revenues of €130M in 2024. This matches the group’s revenues achieved in 2023. FAI continues its fleet renewal program and has added a second Learjet 60 XR to its 16-strong fleet of Bombardier aircraft.

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Sunwest Aviation Acquires Toronto-Based Jet-Share Canada

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Sunwest Aviation Acquires Toronto-Based Jet-Share Canada

Sunwest Aviation Ltd. (Sunwest) is pleased to announce the Company’s expansion into Central Canada with the acquisition of Jet-Share Canada Inc. (Jet-Share), a Toronto-based aircraft management and charter provider. Sunwest will continue to manage a Cessna Citation XLS based at Toronto Pearson International Airport (CYYZ) and has retained key local crew and maintenance staff members.

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NBAA’s ‘CLIMBING. FAST.’ Hill Day Highlights Business Aviation’s Value With New Congress

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A recent CLIMBING. FAST. Capitol Hill Fly-In mobilized business aviation advocates from across the country for face-to-face meetings with congressional lawmakers to underscore the industry’s value to citizens, companies and communities as a new Congress prepares to take up legislative proposals critical to the industry.

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Aviation Industry Coalition Calls on Trump Administration to Strengthen and Support Supply Chain

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A coalition of 15 aviation stakeholders wrote a letter to U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer urging them to work together with industry stakeholders to minimize disruptions in the aviation supply chain.

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magniX Launches New Engine Range for Electric Helicopters

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magniX Launches New Engine Range for Electric Helicopters

magniX, the company powering the electric aviation revolution, today announced the launch of a new range of lightweight, high-speed electric engines. HeliStorm engines are ideally suited for helicopters, from light single engine to larger hybrid-electric twin engine rotorcraft, as well as for airborne power generation.

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