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
Safety
Airbus Foundation Teams with Humanitarian Group
The Airbus Foundation is highlighting its recent partnerships aimed at working jointly to support humanitarian work.
Aircraft
Diamond Introduces Three New Utility Models
A clean-sheet turboprop single leads the trio of reconnaissance, training and monitoring aircraft.
Engines
P&W, Wizz Air Ink $2.5B Deal for GTFs
Canadian engine OEM also signs GTF maintenance agreement with Air Canada for its coming C Series fleet.
Aircraft
Norsk to Equip Titanium Factory
First industrial-scale Rapid Plasma Deposition plant for aerospace-grade titanium to be operational in New York state by the end of 2017
Engines
GE Debuts On-site “Collaboration Center”
Company can use data and analytics to help customers reduce operating costs, increase aircraft utilization and optimize revenue.
Aircraft
See the Future in the Show’s Innovation Zone
Display area hosts some two dozen research & technology organizations showcasing developments and capabilities that will shape tomorrow.
Engines
GE Preps To Manufacture Advanced Turboprop in Europe
Initially rated at 1,300 shp, future iterations of the ATP will range from 850 to 1,650 shp.
Aircraft
Liebherr Showcases Flight Control Products
German manufacturer touts environmentally friendly anti-corrosives, 3D printing, and electronic control components at its display.
Aircraft
FCS Takes Second Diamond DA62
Private air navigation calibration service adds second light twin piston one month after delivery of its first DA62.
Aircraft
AirBaltic Readies for CS300 Service Launch
Latvian flag carrier to take first delivery in October, signs Smart Parts service agreement with Bombardier.
Aircraft
TRJet Names Key Suppliers for TRJet328 Series
Upgraded version of Dornier 328 will have Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion flight deck; P&WC’s PW127 will power the turboprop variant
Avionics
Esterline Wins CMA-9000 FMS Contracts
Esterline FMS certificated by EASA for Airbus A300-600, having received an STC in June.
Aircraft
Could Measurement Be Key to Next SST?
Kulite’s Rezcomp wide-bandwidth feature in its semiconductor signal conditioner could allow better measurements in wind tunnel tests.
Aircraft
Embraer Piles Up E2 Orders; Knocks C Series Aid
Brazilian manufacturer also releases 2016-2035 Market Outlook.
Engines
CFM Benefits from F’borough Airliner Orders
Turbofan manufacturer will provide the powerplants for aircraft purchases announced by Xiamen Airlines, Standard Chartered and TAP Portugal
Aircraft
Aeromacchi M-346FT Debuts at Farnborough 2016
Leonardo-Finmeccanica unveils weaponized, fighter-trainer version of its advanced training platform
Aircraft
Singapore Airshow Builds On Success
Organizers of Asia’s largest aerospace and defense exhibition plan to debut a new biannual event, Rotorcraft Asia, next year.
A View of the Future: World's First Graphene UAV
The world’s first UAV incorporating graphene in its construction is flying here in the airshow.
Aircraft
New Financing and Training Options for Twin Otters
Viking has unveiled a financing partnership.
Aircraft
C Series Set for Service Entry Friday
Bombardier showcases the advantages of its new airliner during Farnborough demo flight.
Rotorcraft
Bell, Mag, Unveil Luxe Interior For Relentless
“Grandeur” features the latest advances in ergonomic design and high-end furnishings in a large, highly customizable cabin.
Aircraft
U.S. Pavilion Shows Breadth and Depth of Industry
More than 220 companies showcase their goods and services; new seminar series, “The Hub,” debuts at the pavilion.
Training and Workforce
CAE Announces $77 Million In New Defense Contracts
Agreements include new work and extensions of current support for rotorcraft pilot training and fixed-wing maintenance.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Completions and Refurbishments Special Report 2016
The latest in interiors.
Maintenance and Modifications
ExecuJet Expands MEA MRO
Dubai facility extends its service hours, and New Delhi facility approved for MRO on Citations, Gulfstreams and Hawkers.
Steve Varsano Talks Jet Business
Steve Varsano Talks Jet Business
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Acropolis Picks Pinto for New ACJneo Interior
French design house also created the cabin for the charter operator’s flagship ACJ319
Engines
Jet-Care Hosts GPA Engine Health Clinic
UK based engine trend reporting service offers free trial of its Gas Path Analysis capabilities here
Aircraft
Piper’s M600 Turboprop On Track For 3Q Certification
Company announces increased range and max speed for new turboprop; first year production is sold out.
