Content Archive: March 2008

Atlantic moves in on the Big Easy

Atlantic Aviation has signed letters of intent to acquire FBOs at two New Orleans airports–Lakefront (NEW) and Louis Armstrong International (MSY), formerl
Airports

NBAA renews request for FAA to probe fees

On October 2 NBAA filed a revised Part 16 complaint with the FAA asking the agency to investigate the new landing fees at Santa Monica Municipal Airport (S
FBOs

Banyon building new, larger facility at FXE

“We’ve outgrown our current facility and need more room for our guests,” said Banyan Air Service president Don Campion.
Regulations and Government

Expect costlier custom charges

Starting last month, operators clearing customs at so-called “user fee” airports began to see as much as a 10-percent increase in clearance charges.
FBOs

Avitat HPN improves it's 'Galley Direct' plan

For all pilots and other crewmembers who have ever struggled across a windswept ramp loaded down with cabin supplies, Jet Systems/Avitat at Westchester Cou
FBOs

Jet Aviation honors American heroes

Pilots and other crewmembers visiting Jet Aviation’s four U.S.
FBOs

Super Wing Ding planned at Texas FBO

It may not be the closest FBO to next year’s Super Bowl in Houston, but it might be the most fun.
Airports

The ins-and-outs of hangars

“When we look at building a hangar for a client we see someone who has made a significant investment.
Regulations and Government

AOPA: Advisory Group Lacks GA Reps

The FAA Management Advisory Council (MAC) should have more representation from general aviation, AOPA told Transportation Secretary Norman Mineta early las
Regulations and Government

NATA Calls Town Halls Successful

After recent visits to three Florida airports under pressure either to close or severely restrict operations, National Air Transportation Association presi