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
Aircraft
Aloft Inks Fuel System Contract with Comac
U.S.-based Aloft AeroArchitects will supply auxiliary tanks for executive-configured ARJ21 jets.
Aircraft
Comlux Goes Digital with Mx Checks
Company performs its first digital maintenance inspection, with Hyundai's BBJ as its launch platform
Aircraft
ACJ Heralds "year of the neo"
Company displays both an ACJ318 and H145 corporate helicopter, illustrating "business aviation by Airbus"
Aircraft
JSSI taps Alfahmi for Asia Biz Development
Maintenance program provider cites growing regional demand in bolstering its team
ESS Displays New Service Support App
Beijing-based ESS, established last year, also highlights its 'China Service' concept in its ABACE debut.
Aircraft
ASG Bizjet Report by the Numbers
The Asian Group sees a strong future for business aviation in the region.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Comlux Showcases Its Wide (Body) Range of Bizav Services
The Swiss company announced a new San Marino AOC, and spotlights its charter, and completions and maintenance offerings.
Maintenance and Modifications
New Aircraft Maintenance Tracking Solutions on Display
Providers offer enhancements, upgrades that “Take technology up to another level”
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Cabin Connectivity in the Spotlight
Solution providers display at ABACE the latest in onboard broadband products and services.
Aircraft
Deer Jet Offers Cannes Film Fest Tour
Deluxe weeklong excursion puts travelers on the red carpet at the famed international gathering
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Customized Cabin Comforts – Not Just for New Jets Anymore
Completion specialists at ABACE putting more emphasis on refurbishments, upgrades
Safety
International Operations Sharing a World of Knowledge
Annual event spotlights changes, challenges of flying beyond U.S. borders
Training and Workforce
IOC Session Tackles Staffing Tomorrow’s Flight Dept.
Whatever the long-term solution, panelists cited steps companies can take now to recruit and keep talent.
Security
Cybercriminals Targeting Bizav Travelers
“The big move in cyber crime is to find out what your business is going to do and use the inside information for stock trading."
ATC
FAA Blames Airlines for Lack of Wider ADS-B Use
Drones and potential pilot shortages were also the subject of discussion.
MEBAA Rolls Out Conference Schedule
The events will provide a forum to discuss challenges and opportunities in the region.
Regulations and Government
Colorado Proposes Tax Relief for Charter Operators
The bill is intended to create jobs in the state.
Avionics
Artex Unveils New Transport-grade ELT
The retrofit ELT 4000 has an alkaline battery rather than a lithium-ion model.
Stelia Intros 3D Printed Fuselage Panel Demonstrator
The demonstrator is the product of a initiative launched in 2014.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Brook One Adds Insulation Films
The company's lightweight films protect passengers, crew, and cargo in the event of a fire.
Training and Workforce
Embry-Riddle, Singapore Airlines Team for New Pilots
"Flight Minor" program offers flight training to Asia Campus students for first time, with last year of s study in the U.S., earning ratings
Maintenance and Modifications
AJW Takes on Repair Management for Bombardier
UK airframe and engine parts supply specialist inks long-term agreement covering Learjet, Challenger, and Global series business jets.
Airlines
Panasonic, Singapore Airlines Team on New IFEC Offering
myKrisWorld provides an experience centered around "the Internet of Me" via actionable data analytics
Aircraft
Bombardier Foresees Strong Need for 60- to 150-Seat Transports
Canadian airframer says economic growth will drive demand; positions its Q400 turboprops, CRJs and small single-aisle airliners as the solution.
Aircraft
CAAS Inks New, Updated Civil Aviation Agreements
Updated bilateral safety initiative with the U.S. leads list of collaborative approaches championed by the Singaporean authority.
Aircraft
Piper Trainers Headed to China in Record-breaking Deal
Fanmei Aviation Technologies orders more than 150 aircraft for training fleet; Deliveries commence in March, continue for seven years
Aircraft
Aeria Wins BBJ Completion Contract
This will be the third BBJ completion the VIP interiors specialist, a division of Singapore's ST Aerospace, has performed
Aircraft
Samad Aerospace Intros VTOL Business Aircraft Concept
UK company has ambitious plan to create all electric and electric hybrid business aircraft, unveils scale model
Maintenance and Modifications
Metrojet Expands MRO Team
Lanny Schindelmeiser to lead Hong Kong-based charter management company's maintenance team
