ACASS Receives Third Consecutive Renewal of IS-BAO Stage 3 Registration from IBAC

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Montreal-based business aviation support services company ACASS has been issued its third consecutive renewal of its IS-BAO Stage 3 registration from the International Business Aviation Council (IBAC). This prestigious designation, first issued to ACASS in 2017, verifies that Safety Management System (SMS) activities are fully integrated into ACASS’s aircraft management operations and that a positive safety culture is consistently sustained.

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ESPN and FlyHouse Announce New Collaboration Around "College Gameday" And "Monday Night Countdown"

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ESPN and FlyHouse have announced a new collaboration around some of the company’s most recognizable properties – College GameDay, Monday Night Countdown, and NFL Live. As the official private aviation sponsors of the marquee programs, FlyHouse will offer bespoke air travel for ESPN and celebrity guest pickers during the 2025 NCAA and NFL football seasons.

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Bolen Champions Industry’s Commitment for ATC Modernization on Podcast Reaching Millions

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National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) President and CEO Ed Bolen said the U.S. needs to seize a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to build a brand-new air traffic control (ATC) system in a new interview with Freakonomics Radio, a thought-leadership podcast heard by millions of listeners each week, including Washington’s most influential policymakers.

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NBAA Announces Promotion of Aviator, NAS Expert Heidi Williams to Association Vice President

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has named Heidi Williams vice president, air traffic services and infrastructure, expanding her role in overseeing the association’s policies and coordination with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), state and local officials.

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NBAA Supports Administration’s Plan to Fast-Track AAM Aircraft Into NAS

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) welcomes the announcement of a pilot program aimed at accelerating the adoption of advanced air mobility (AAM) aircraft. The program, known as the Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing Integration Pilot Program (eIPP), will form public-private partnerships with state and local government agencies and private sector companies to develop new frameworks and regulations for enabling safe operations.  

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NBAA Lauds House Passage of Important Pilot Mental Wellness Legislation

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) welcomed passage by the U.S. House of Representatives of a bipartisan bill to improve pilot access to mental health care. The Mental Health in Aviation Act (H.R. 2591) directs the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to revise mental health disclosure and treatment regulations, to update archaic policies surrounding such disclosures and to remove current barriers that may discourage pilots from seeking out mental wellness services.

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Zela Jet Launches Zela Journeys: New All-in-One Luxury Travel Booking Platform

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Zela Jet Launches Zela Journeys: New All-in-One Luxury Travel Booking Platform

Zela Jet, a leading provider of private jet services in Greece and Europe, is proud to introduce Zela Journeys, a new digital booking platform that redefines the luxury travel experience. Now live, Zela Journeys allows users to book hotel accommodations, private ground transfers, sporting and musical events, commercial flights, and of course Zela Jet's own private aviation services — all in one streamlined interface designed for ease, flexibility, and full control.

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Kindra Mahler Joins Western Aircraft as Marketing Manager for Aircraft Sales and Charter Divisions

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Kindra Mahler Joins Western Aircraft as Marketing Manager for Aircraft Sales and Charter Divisions

Western Aircraft, a subsidiary of Greenwich AeroGroup, has announced the appointment of Kindra Mahler as marketing manager for its aircraft sales, aircraft management and charter divisions, led by Vice President Phil Winters. Mahler brings 17 years of aviation industry experience to Western Aircraft. She joins the company from Fargo Jet Center in Fargo, North Dakota, where she advanced aviation marketing initiatives while contributing operational insight through years of involvement in charter flight operations. Her expertise includes branding and design management, integrated campaigns, event strategy, social media management, communications and client engagement, all designed to drive growth across the business aviation sector.

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NATA’s Cyber Insurance Program Offers Exclusive Protection Against Evolving Threats

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NATA (the National Air Transportation Association) announces the latest addition to its suite of insurance offerings with the launch of a brand-new cyber insurance program underwritten by E-Risk Services, LLC (a wholly owned subsidiary of Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company). Designed specifically for NATA’s diverse members, the program provides comprehensive protection against escalating cyber threats facing aviation businesses, with a flexible and easy-to-use online submission process.

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Gulfstream Completes 100th Starlink Installation on G650ER at Fort Worth Facility

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Gulfstream Completes 100th Starlink Installation on G650ER at Fort Worth Facility

Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has announced the successful completion of its 100th Starlink high-speed internet installation. The system was installed on a Gulfstream G650ER at the company's Fort Worth Alliance Service Center in Texas. This milestone comes less than a year after Gulfstream received Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) supplemental type certification to install Starlink on the award-winning G650 and G650ER, providing customers with the added convenience of working directly with the company to upgrade connectivity for their aircraft.

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NBAA-BACE Sustainability Summit Will Showcase Milestones Toward Sector’s Net-Zero Future

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The most important developments shaping business aviation’s path to net-zero carbon emissions will be in the spotlight when industry leaders gather for the 2025 National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE), taking place Oct. 14-16 in Las Vegas.

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New, World-Class NBAA-BACE Event to Focus on Maintenance and Operations Excellence

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Business aviation’s top-tier maintenance and repair organizations (MROs) and manufacturers will share practical tips for ensuring your aircraft is in top condition at a new event during this year’s National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE).

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Air Charter Safety Foundation Welcomes Candace Covington to Its Board

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Air Charter Safety Foundation Welcomes Candace Covington to Its Board

The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) is excited to announce that Candace Covington has joined its Board of Directors. With her strong leadership and deep experience in aviation, Candace will help ACSF continue its mission to make air travel safer and better for everyone. Candace currently serves as the Senior Director of Aviation at Adobe, where she built and leads a top-notch corporate flight department. Her focus is on delivering safe, seamless, and exceptional travel experiences for Adobe’s executives and guests. 

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Skyservice Seattle FBO at KBFI Joins Paragon Aviation Group's Elite Network

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Paragon Aviation Group, a global leader in premier FBO services and strategic aviation partnerships, proudly announces the addition of Skyservice Business Aviation's Seattle FBO ("Skyservice" or "Skyservice Seattle") at King County Boeing Field (KBFI) to its prestigious network. This milestone not only expands Paragon's presence in the Pacific Northwest but marks the debut of Skyservice's brand-new, state-of-the-art FBO, which opened in September 2024.

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Support CAN’s Critical Flights: ‘Fund an Angel’ Event Returns to NBAA-BACE

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To support its mission of arranging free business aircraft flights for cancer patients seeking treatment, Corporate Angel Network (CAN) is hosting its annual “Fund an Angel” fundraiser at the 2025 National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE).

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KCAC Aviation Welcomes Preston Estes as New Director of Maintenance

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KCAC Aviation Welcomes Preston Estes as New Director of Maintenance

KCAC Aviation is proud to announce the appointment of Preston Estes as its new Director of Maintenance. With over three decades of aviation maintenance experience and deep ties to the Pilatus PC-12 program, Preston brings extensive technical expertise and proven leadership to KCAC's expanding maintenance operations.

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NATA Welcomes Appointment of François Lassale as VAI President & CEO

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NATA (the National Air Transportation Association) congratulates François Lassale on his appointment as President and CEO of Vertical Aviation International (VAI). NATA and VAI have a long history of collaboration in areas critical to the industry’s future, including safety culture and training, aviation workforce development, safe implementation of unleaded aviation fuel, and timely integration of powered-lift technologies into the national airspace system.

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