James Wynbrandt
Contributor - Business Aviation
A multi-engine, instrument rated pilot, James Wynbrandt has been an AIN and Business Jet Traveler contributor since 2003. His in-depth reporting and insightful features have won more than a dozen editorial honors, including two National Business Aviation Association Gold Wing Awards (2019; 2021), and his articles have also appeared in the New York Times, Barron’s, Fortune, Forbes, and Smithsonian Air & Space. He has flown his Mooney M20K 252 on assignments throughout North and Central America and the Caribbean. Wynbrandt is also the author of Flying High (Wiley & Sons), a biography of Jet Blue founder David Neeleman, as well as histories, references works, and books on a variety of other topics from major publishers. He lives in New York City.
Latest from James Wynbrandt
Maintenance and Modifications
Russian Helicopters Overhauls Six Mi-17-1vs for India
Work performed under first contract with Border Security Forces, and now "further cooperation is being discussed."
Aircraft
Turbex Displays Cleaning and Anodizing Equipment
UK provider of washing solutions and surface treatment machines has built more than 600 turnkey installations around the world
Jordan Taps Raytheon for Cybersecurity Services
U.S. company will protect the Kingdom's critical infrastructure through vulnerability assessments and cyber oversight.
Aircraft
Geo Kingsbury Displays Full Range of Machine Tools
UK company showcases products from more than half a dozen top quality German and French manufacturers.
Aerospace 4.0 Hosts the Coming Revolution
Cutting edge technologies, companies on display in new zone dedicated to showcasing innovations transforming aerospace and defense manufacturing.
Safety
Safety Pro: Psychology at Root of Procedural Lapses
Normalization of and rewards for improper behavior are among the reasons for willful violations.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Scott Introduces New Carpet Line for Bizjets, Yachts
The company is bringing its design for the home to private transportation.
Mesinger: Preowned Market Sees 'Surreal' Turnaround
Nonetheless he urges reasonable expectations on pricing.
Regulations and Government
Bolen: Airspace, Airport Access Top Challenge for Bizav
Ensuring a healthy industry for the future is among the association's concerns.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Completions and Refurbishment Report 2018
Next-gen cabins redefine the heights of comfort and capability
Aircraft
Preowned Update: June 2018
Buyers of used aircraft can now benefit from bonus depreciation. But how big a deal is that, really?
Aircraft
Jetpano Puts Photo Focus on Business Aircraft
First time EBACE exhibitor offers high-quality photo packages that include virtual reality tours hosted on its server.
Aircraft
Aero-Dienst Marks 60 Years of Growth
German full-service provider adds jets to fleet, expands MRO services
Aircraft
GDC Wins Four Widebody Completions
The pair of two-each contracts have "confirmed the confidence" the industry has in the company, said general partner Mohammed Alzeer
Aircraft
Airbus Introduces Harmony Cabin for ACJ Widebodies
Cabin includes master bedroom suite and four VIP guest suites, plus a globe that displays the aircraft's position holistically.
Aircraft
Bombardier, HK Bellawings Ink LOI for 18 Globals
Sales agreement signed at EBACE 2018 covers eight firm orders and 10 options for Global 6500 and Global 7500 ultra-long range jets
Aircraft
AMAC Bags VVIP 747-8i Completion
Swiss company touts developments in completions and facility expansions.
Aircraft
Aerion Beefs Up Team on Trek Toward Supersonic Flight
The company has also added key personnel in recent months.
Aircraft
Inmarsat's European Bizav Wi-Fi to Bow by New Year
System combines Inmarsat satcom service with ground-based 4G LTE network
Aircraft
UTAS Launches New Lightweight Veneers
The FLite products series features a 40 percent to 60 percent weight reduction over the company's current veneers.
Aircraft
F/List Opens Veneers Facility in Canada
New production center set to serve the North American interiors market with more speed and flexibility.
New Digital Doc Tools from Web Manuals
Swedish company’s app refinements ease conversion from paper to digital documents.
Aircraft
Renewed Vigor Celebrated at EBACE Opening
Industry comes together in a show of strength and commitment to the future.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Airbus Corporate Helicopters Shows First Stylence ACH130
Airbus VIP copter division, celebrating its first anniversary at EBACE, reports strong sales.
Aircraft
Bizav Renews Push for Alternative Jet Fuel
Coalition releases guide to sustainable alternatives for a carbon-neutral future
Aircraft
Jet Aviation Inks New 787 Completion
Company also announced developments in its Airbus ACJ380 and ACJ350 XWB completion programs.
Aircraft
Guardian Jet Touts Vault 2.0 Valuation Tool
In EBACE debut, aircraft brokerage showcases client portal providing real time valuation data
Aircraft
Pilatus Approves PPG Paints for its Fleet
The coating systems include primers, sanding surfacers, and "special effects" options for metallic finishes.
Aircraft
Flying Colours Completes World's First Medevac Challenger 650
Canadian MRO specialist plans to deliver two more of the medevacs by year's end, sees "spike" in global market.
