Jessica Reed
Writer & Editor
Jessica Reed is a writer and editor with AIN. She joined the team in the fall of 2023 after two years covering the aviation industry at Avionics International. She earned her bachelor's degree in English (Writing & Rhetoric) from Pepperdine University. Her hometown is St. Louis, Missouri, and she since has resided in Santa Barbara, California, and Brooklyn, New York, among others. She is currently based in Philadelphia.
Latest from Jessica Reed
Engines
Honeywell Ensemble Offers Real-time Engine Monitoring
The solution provides automated data reporting for business jet turbofan engines
Training and Workforce
CAE Transforming Training with Apple Vision Pro App
App lets pilots practice flight deck interactions remotely
Training and Workforce
Aviation Search Group Increasing Executive Placement
Talent matched with top roles in business aviation companies
Cabin Interior and Electronics
PS Engineering Launches PAC37 Audio Panel for Legacy Bizjets
PAC37 replaces aging Baker series 1045 analog audio panels
Environment
Airbus Forecasts Growth in SAF Adoption, Bizjet Sales
Accessible and affordable SAF may boost business aircraft sales
Avionics
Duncan Aviation’s Vena Talks Connectivity at NBAA-BACE
Session will cover current and coming connectivity solutions
FBOs
Execaire To Join Avfuel Network at Toronto Pearson FBO
Execaire’s FBO at CYYZ will become part of the Avfuel-branded FBO network on November 1
Safety
USAIG Expands Performance Vector Safety Initiative
New options include helicopter risk accreditation and site security assessments
Cabin Interior and Electronics
FreeFlight, Air Dallas Partner on 5G-tolerant Altimeters
FreeFlight’s radar altimeters mitigate 5G interference
Environment
Aviation Partners Teams with 4Air for Emissions Tracking
Clients get 4Air-certified tracking for one year following winglet installation
Environment
Solar Energy Powers Bombardier’s London Service Center
The airport recently upgraded its fleet of customer service vehicles to electric models
Environment
Lufthansa Technik Expands AeroShark Rollout
Austrian Airlines and EVA Air are using the drag-reducing surface film
Fuel
World Fuel and DHL Bring Sustainable Aviation Fuel to Miami
Agreement will bring one of the first regular SAF deliveries to Florida
Environment
Digital Solutions Drive Thales-led DECOR Project
Initiative aims to reduce the environmental impact of air transport
Regulations and Government
Eye in the Sky Cockpit Recorder Gets STC Approval
New Zealand-based Patterson Distributors developed the cockpit video, audio, and flight data recorder
Airports
Industry Honors Robert Olislagers’ Legacy as GA Advocate
Olislagers was executive director of Centennial Airport in Colorado for more than two decades
Safety
Wyvern Launches Podcast Focused on Aviation Safety
'Wyvern Airways' features expertise from Wyvern team members and industry professionals
Aircraft
AOPA Appoints Darren Pleasance as New President and CEO
Mark Baker is retiring after leading the association for more than 11 years
Avionics
Garmin Founders Inducted into National Aviation Hall of Fame
Co-founders Min Kao and the late Gary Burrell were honored during the 60th annual ceremony of the NAHF
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
NBAA Honors John Hoover with Silk Scarf Award
Hoover was a former chair of the NBAA Tax Committee
Regulations and Government
Aviation Industry Mourns Passing of Nick Fadugba
Fadugba founded and served as CEO of African Aviation Services
Aircraft
Boeing Appoints Kelly Ortberg CEO
Ortberg previously served as president and CEO of Rockwell Collins
Rotorcraft
Bell Helo Deliveries Dip Slightly in Second Quarter
Bell delivered 32 commercial helicopters in the quarter
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
2Q Revenue, Profits Grow at Textron Aviation despite Flat Jet Shipments
Company delivered 42 jets, 22 Caravans, and 21 King Airs in the quarter
Training and Workforce
People in Aviation
Jennifer Homendy confirmed for three more years as chair of the NTSB
FBOs
Bizav Industry Mourns Loss of James T. Wilson
Wilson was a senior associate of logistics, FBO management, mentoring, and coaching at FBO Partners
Aircraft
Trailblazing Bizjet Dealer Marisa Maretti Flies West
Maretti facilitated the sale of nearly 200 business jets throughout her career
Aircraft
IADA Recognizes Starling with Lifetime Achievement Award
Starling is the executive director of the association
