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
Security
Bird Aerosystems Debuts Missile Protection System for Airliners
AeroShield POD integrates Directional Infra-Red Counter Measure (DIRCM), missile launch detection sensors and flare dispensers.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Aeria Redelivers First VIP Widebody Completion
Interiors designed and installed by the ST Aerospace division create "highly individualized cabin experience for customers."
Aircraft
Diamond DA62 MPP Makes World Debut
New model joins growing fleet of company's Special Mission aircraft.
UTAS Highlights Smart Aircraft Solutions
OEMs and operators are using the company's technologies to improve performance of next generation and legacy fleets
Regulations and Government
SAE Working on Electric Airplane Standards
Professional Engineering Association created its first consensus driven standard for aviation one century ago
Training and Workforce
Gulf Aviation Training Event Taps Host
David Studden of the Gulf Centre for Aviation Studies to moderate day-long seminar on pilot training challenges in the Middle East.
Norsk and Spirit Strengthen Titanium Bond
Norwegian additive manufacturing pioneer and U.S. aerosctructures company will collaborate on titanium parts production.
Airbus Racer is Latest Clean Sky Milestone
EU program aims to boost aircraft fuel efficiency while reducing emissions and noise
Safran Division Touts Augmented Reality, Green Taxiing
Innovative Electrical & Power group delivers 90 percent of its products and services outside of the Safran family
Aircraft
UTC, Northrop Team on Technologies of the Future
UTC and Northrop Grumman will align investments on key products and systems for joint customers.
Aircraft
UTC Expands Smart Aircraft Ops Portfolio
REACh-compliant coatings and fiber optic sensing technology added to the company’s “ecosystem” of products and services.
Engines
IAG Orders P&W GTF Engines for 47 A320neos
US OEM also announces EASA ETOPS approval, expansion of GTF service network
Airlines
Philippine Airlines Converts Q400 Options to Firm Orders
Operator will now take one dozen of the turboprops in a new dual-class 86-pax configuration.
Aircraft
Airbus reveals A380plus Details
Package of retrofittable interior reconfigurations can boost capacity by up to 80 pax, while aerodynamic enhancements reduce operating costs.
Maintenance and Modifications
EFW, DHL Ink More Pax-to-Freighter Conversions
Delivery service orders four firm and ten optional A330-300P2Fs, in addition to the four ordered last year.
Engines
Pratt & Whitney Debuts 'Go Beyond' Brand Message
Turbine OEM also marks 30th anniversary of PW4000-94, its first high-thrust engine, and 500,000 flight hours on the F119 that powers the F-22
Avionics
Extant Acquires UTC, L-3 Product Lines
Teac mission data recorders and L-3 cockpit displays for military platforms now part of the avionics life cycle sustainment service company's portfolio
Rotorcraft
Astronautics to Provide Connectivity for Airbus Helicopters
U.S. company's Air Ground Communications System offers enhanced operational and safety benefits through real-time data access.
Training and Workforce
More than 250,000 New Airline Pilots Needed by 2027: CAE
In its first such forecast, Canadian training provider says industry must adapt assessment and selection processes to meet the demand
Aircraft
Norsk to Boost AM Production Capacity 60 Percent
Norwegian company showcases AM-made components and equipment, and announces a "significant investment" from the Triangle Holdings
Airlines
Sitaonair, Teledyne Team on Cellular Datalink Service
Development is the first step toward bringing new IP networks to aircraft for operational communications.
Aircraft
GKN Touts Rocket Engine Nozzle Made by Additive Manufacturing
UK company displays AM-made aerospace parts, also announces research partnership with Oak Ridge National Lab in U.S.
Avionics
Esterline Showcases High Performance Avionics
In addition to Technology Demonstrator on display, U.S. company announces contracts with Airbus Helicopters and Pilatus
Maintenance and Modifications
Derco and StandardAero Team on F-16 Engine Repairs
Distribution deals for GDS C-130 seats, Lord products for military platforms also announced by US MRO
Aircraft
Embraer Shifts Pitch 'From Price to Value'
The change accompanies “refreshed leadership” with aviation finance vet taking the helm of Embraer Executive Jets.
Aircraft
Embraer Improves E-Jet E2 Performance Figures
Braziliian OEM reveals more range and lift for E195-E2, improved hot/high and short field capability announced for E190-E2.
Aircraft
Embraer’s KC-390 in Debut Public Demo Flight
Transport/Tanker on track for certification next year, with additional sales announcements planned by year’s end.
Safety
Business Aviation Safety Summit (BASS) 2017
Human factors, UAVs and cyber security take center stage in the quest for bizav safety.
Maintenance and Modifications
Industry Insights: Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul—a Sector in Upgrade Mode
Business aviation depends on maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) providers for safe and reliable operations.
Maintenance and Modifications
GDC Completes Ka-Band Install on Executive 787
Work on a second installation is under way and a third installation on an ACJ319 is scheduled for this quarter.
