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CEPA connects private aviation across Europe

Just over three months after founding the Central Europe Private Aviation (CEPA) association, the board has seen enormous interest from all sectors of the private aviation industry. The enthusiastic response has confirmed their belief that Central Europe has long needed an association to support and develop business aviation. As part of its mission to connect industry

DFW Airport wants corporate jet business for 2011 Super Bowl

The Super Bowl in North Texas may be a year away but the DFW Airport staff is already making plans to capitalize on all the corporate jets expected to come for the big game.

Gulfstream adds field representative in China

Gulfstream Aerospace Corp., a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics, recently added a representative to its field service organization. Jenson Saw will assist Gulfstream customers in Beijing, China, and surrounding areas.

Seemingly wonderful catering...Part V

My four previous articles have spoken about the detail and intricacies in knowing where and how to order safe catering for business aircraft. Best practices are crucial when feeding the people we fly as well as our crews.

Stuart Smith becomes new Cargo Sales Director of ACS New York

As ACS heads into 2010 following its record year, their New York office welcomes a new Cargo Sales Director. Stuart Smith, formerly holding the same role in the company’s Dubai operation, takes over from Gary Hopkins as he moves to Toronto to head up the new office there.

***Liberty Jet Management employment opportunity***

Liberty Jet Management (a Wyvern recommended firm, based at Islip, NY with additional aircraft in Chicago and South Florida) is accepting resumes for the position of Charter Sales Representative. They are seeking experienced retail sales professionals with a proven track record of customer development and retention. Applicants should be adept at client relations and contact management. Exceptional organization, communication and computer skills are required.

Blackcomb Aviation takes delivery of a new AS350 B3 from ECL

Blackcomb Aviation has continued the expansion of its rotary fleet with the delivery of a new AS350 B3 from Eurocopter Canada Limited (ECL).

JetSuite takes delivery of Embraer's 100th Phenom 100

Embraer delivered the 100th Phenom 100 aircraft on January 30 to JetSuite, a U.S.-based private jet charter company. The  commemorative aircraft is the sixth delivered to this customer.

Stratos Jet Charters, Inc. hires Wyvern to vet charter flights

Stratos Jet Charters, Inc., a Florida-based jet charter agency, recently announced the inception of the Wyvern Pilot and Aircraft Safety Survey (PASS) report into its rigorous charter aircraft safety review regimen for all charter flights.

User fees axed from proposed FAA budget

The FAA’s fiscal 2011 budget request signals that the Obama administration has dropped its plans to introduce aviation user fees, at least for now.

Sikorsky to invest $1B to develop unmanned Black Hawk

Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. announced a billion-dollar venture Monday that it hopes will respond to military demand for technology to fight two wars, including Black Hawk helicopters that can see and fly on their own.

Schedulers & Dispatchers sees third highest attendance ever

The 21st Annual Schedulers & Dispatchers (S&D) Conference saw the third highest attendance in the event’s history with 2,282 attendees.

Embraer 190 jet certified for operating at London City Airport

Embraer has received steep approach certification for another member of its E-Jets family, the EMBRAER 190, to operate at London’s premier business airport, London City (LCY). The Embraer 170 received the same certification in 2007 and is currently operated by British Airways at LCY.

NBAA welcomes increasing ranks among House, Senate GA Caucus

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) recently applauded the continuing momentum enjoyed by Congressional House and Senate General Aviation (GA) Caucuses, as demonstrated by recent developments among both groups. In recent months, lawmakers have formed the caucuses in support of all general aviation, including business aviation.

New Flight Charters reports 129 percent traffic increase in 2009

A locally-based private charter jet company has reported an increase in traffic in and out of Jackson Hole, Wyoming for 2009.

Small aircraft regulations to go under FAA microscope

Normal, utility, acrobatic and commuter aircraft certified under Part 23 will be included in a comprehensive review of the regulations that is being launched later this month by FAA.

US looks to private space industry for astronaut taxi rides to orbit

Getting to space is about to be outsourced.

The Obama administration on Monday will propose in its new budget spending billions of dollars to encourage private companies to build, launch and operate spacecraft for NASA and others. The U.S. space agency would buy its astronauts a ride into space just like hopping in a taxi.

Ghana to improve aviation safety in tandem with FAA

Mr. Mike Hammah, Minister of Transport, on Monday said Ghana was working closely with the United States (US) Federal Aviation Authority (FAA), to resolve all deficiencies in safety and security oversight in this country's aviation industry. He said this serves "as a precursor to the FAA Category 1 Audit, which would subsequently lead to the country's quest for the restoration of Ghana from FAA category 2 to category 1."

Oxford-based charter service aids in Haitian relief effort

Almost immediately after the 7.0 magnitude earthquake hit Haiti on January 13, donations began to pour in to the already poverty-stricken Caribbean nation.

Air Charter Service expands in North America

Air Charter Service is delighted to announce the opening of its new office in Toronto. The venture is the company’s second operation in North America along with one in New York – and worldwide ACS now has a total of 10 offices.

Orion Jet Center, Chelsea Aviation team up to donate flights for Haiti

On January 21, 2010, Orion Jet Center and Chelsea Aviation Group, located at Airside International Business Park within Opa-locka Executive Airport, launched a series of donated flights to Port-Au-Prince, Haiti, to support relief efforts for the earthquake-ravaged country.

NBAA recognizes 52 in Schedulers Professional Development Program

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and its Schedulers & Dispatchers (S&D) Committee today announced ­­52 recipients who have either received plaques and certificates for their achievement or completed entire modules in the NBAA Schedulers Professional Development Program (SPDP). SPDP Courses are classes conducted by NBAA-approved educational providers on topics tailored to business aviation schedulers and dispatchers. 

DB Aviation unveils new brand and solidifies strong market position

DB Aviation, a leading private aviation solutions company, unveiled its new corporate identity last week to customers and the private aviation industry. The new brand reinforces the company’s continued focus on customer satisfaction and safety, while solidifying its position as a leading charter, management and maintenance service provider. 

ProJet announces new FBO at Leesburg Executive Airport

CharterX Professional member ProJet Aviation, a Metro-DC area aircraft management and air charter company, has opened a new corporate aviation facility at Leesburg Executive Airport (JYO). The facility features over 25,000 square feet of hangar and office space, and fuel services for corporate aircraft. The Leesburg expansion will complement ProJet’s existing flight operations in Winchester and Manassas.

NBAA announces recipients of 2010 S&D scholarship awards

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and its Schedulers & Dispatchers (S&D) Committee today announced that $40,000 in scholarship funds will be awarded to 12 individuals seeking to advance their aviation careers through continuing education.

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