Content Archive: November 2024

FBOs

NATA Conference Panel Examines FBO Consolidation

While the big chains take a more selective approach, others remain hungry
FBO consolidation panel at NATA Aviation Business Conference
Finance, Taxes, Insurance

Wheels Up Completes $332M Financing, Acquires 17 Jets

Expansion of fleet will enhance service during holidays
Grandview Aviation Phenom 300s on airport ramp with doors open
Aircraft

Transport Canada Certifies Cirrus SR G7 and Vision G2+

Similarities between the piston- and jet-powered Cirruses make transition training easier
Cirrus SR and Vision Jet airplanes flying in formation
Charter & Fractional

Valo Aviation Launches Bizav Ops in Bahrain

With air operator certificate in hand, company hopes to make Bahrain a bizav hub
Safety

Michael Graham Talks Safety Culture at Standdown

Influence shapes safety culture in aviation
Michael Graham addresses the audience at Safety Standdown in Wichita
Regulations and Government

Thune Move to Senate Majority Leader Draws Bizav Praise

Thune formerly chaired the Commerce Committee and is well versed in aviation issues
Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.)
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Austrian company F/List Is Using New Materials for Greener Cabin Interiors

Going back to natural materials can have advantages in sustainability.
Overhead view of Pilatus PC-24 in flight
Aircraft

Electra Launches Hybrid-electric EL9 STOL Aircraft

Aircraft will be able to take off in 150 feet of runway
Electra EL9 image (Image: Electra)
Aircraft

Beta Flies First Electric Airplane Produced in Vermont Factory

First production-representative Alia CX300 takes flight
Beta Alia CX300 (N916LF) is pictured in flight
Airports

Joby and Skyports Start Building First Dubai Vertiport for eVTOL Air Taxis

Dubai's Road and Transport Authority is involved in construction of four vertiports
Vertiport at Dubai International Airport