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
MD500F’s Performance Soars with New Rotor Blades
MD Helicopters today at Heli-Expo unveiled a new composite main rotor blade for the MD500F, co-developed with Van Horn Aviation of Tempe, Ariz.
Heli-Expo 2011: EMS Pilots Group Offers New Safety Tools
The National EMS Pilots Association (NEMSPA) is showcasing two online safety programs at Heli-Expo 2011, developed in collaboration with two helicopter ind
Heli-Expo 2011: New Clutch on Breeze-Eastern Rescue Hoists Improves Coast Guard Helicopter Safety
Breeze-Eastern of Whippany, N.J., announced that the U.S.
CAE, CHC Conclude Acquisition, Training Agreement
On the eve of Heli-Expo 2011, training provider CAE (Booth No.
MD Helicopters shows off slew of modifications
MD Helicopters (MDH) of Mesa, Ariz., has arrived at Heli-Expo with three display aircraft (an MD500E, MD530F and MD902 Explorer) and a handful of product d
Global Aerospace Adds Insurance App
Aviation insurer Global Aerospace of London announced the launch of its FlightDeck iPhone/iPad app at Heli-Expo 2011, enabling users to access the company’
USAIG Pays Out More Safety Bucks
It pays to fly safe, literally.
USAIG’s Safety Bucks program pays operators enrolled in the insurance company’s Preferred Policyholder Program up to $30,00
Aeromaritime, ITP Team at Expo
Aeromaritime, a Rolls-Royce authorized maintenance, repair and overhaul center, is sharing space in Booth No.
SkyTrac Debuts Mobile Data App
Satcom solutions provider SkyTrac Systems (Booth No.
Enstrom Delivers First Trainer to Japan
Days before Heli-Expo 2011, Enstrom Helicopter delivered the first of 30 TH-48
Naasco Marks 25 Years at Heli Expo
Naasco Northeast (Booth No.
Spidertracks showcases low-cost tracking solution
Whether for safety, economy or to meet ICAO Flight Operations Quality Assurance (FOQA) standards, helicopter operators are showing increased interest in ca
Heliworks Touts Rebuilds at First Heli Expo
Heliworks (Booth No.
Aircraft
Dassault 2000LX approved for london city
Dassault’s Falcon 2000LX has been granted approval to operate at London City Airport (LCY).
Bombardier lands sales of $285 million at Meba
Bombardier achieved a breakthrough sale for its new Global 7000 when Comlux The Aviation Group signed a contract for two of the ultra-long-range jets at la
Aircraft
Dubai's AGI to Rep BGT's Vigiplane Security Device
Blue Green Technology (BGT) has appointed Dubai's Alpha Global Industries (AGI) as the exclusive agent for BGT's Vigiplane aircraft security system in the
Charter & Fractional
Arab Wings Adds Aircraft, MRO Services
Amman-based charter operator Arab Wings (stand C218) has added an Embraer Legacy 650 to its fleet and received a license to perform MRO (maintenance, repai
Aircraft
Bombardier lands $285 million in new sales
Bombardier yesterday achieved a breakthrough sale for its new Global 7000 aircraft when Comlux The Aviation Group signed a contract for two of the ultra-lo
Aircraft
Jet Air Flug Buys Seven Bombardier Business Jets
Bombardier yesterday landed firm orders for five midsize Learjet 85 and two large-cabin Challenger 605 jets from Munich-based Jet Air Flug.
Access Announces Agreement with Minsk Airport
Access Flight Support, a Dubai-based ground handling and flight support services provider, announced an agreement with Minsk International Airport in Belar
Aircraft
Emirates-CAE adds Challenger 604 Sim
Emirates-CAE Flight Training (ECFT) has announced the addition of a full-flight simulator (FFS) for the Bombardier Challenger 604 to its training center, l
Aircraft
Forecast International report says business jet sales 'not yet in recovery'
A study released last week by Forecast International projects that the decline in business jet production, which began in 2008, will continue through 2011.
Winslow LifeRaft Seeks Regional Repair Partner
Winslow LifeRaft Company of Lake Suzy, Florida (Stand C524), has come to MEBA with one primary mission, said George Byer, the company's vice president sale
Al Bateen Cuts Landing, Parking Fees
Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) is slashing prices for landing and parking fees at Abu Dhabi's Al Bateen Executive Airport, effective immediately.
Agreement Signed at MEBA to Bring General Aviation to Al Maktoum Airport in 2011
The delayed arrival of business aviation at Dubai's new Al Maktoum International Airport got a kick start here on the opening day of the MEBA show yesterda
Charter & Fractional
Ibex Plans One-Way Charter Pricing in Middle East
Beirut-based Ibex Air Charter is making its public debut at MEBA with a plan to introduce a new fare model to the Middle East charter market.
"I want to st
Charter & Fractional
Smart Aviation Airlifts Russian Shark Attack Victims in Egypt
When the Russian tourists who were attacked by sharks in Egypt last week needed emergency medical aid, Cairo-based charter operator Smart Aviation came to
Lufthansa Technik highlights completions, MRO at MEBA
Lufthansa Technik, best known for its VIP completions of executive-configured Airbus and Boeing airliners, is also showcasing the maintenance, repair and o
Charter & Fractional
One & Done Brings Charter Brokerage to Amman
Amman-based One & Done Aviation has established what it claims to be the first air charter brokerage in Jordan.
Bombardier opens aircraft maintenance support office in Dubai
Bombardier Aerospace has announced the opening of a new regional support office (RSO) in Dubai for its Global, Challenger and Learjet families of business
