Kerry Lynch
Editor, AIN monthly magazine
Kerry Lynch stepped into the role of editor of the Aviation International News monthly magazine in May 2022 after serving with AIN for eight years. She joined AIN in December 2014 as a senior editor covering Washington and business aviation news. She has also served on Convention News teams, including as editor of HAI Convention News. Lynch previously spent 25 years with Aviation Week. During her time there, she reported for and later steered The Weekly of Business Aviation, oversaw business aviation content on the Aviation Week Intelligence Network, served on the Show News staff, and held roles as the Washington columnist for Business & Commercial Aviation and Overhaul & Maintenance monthly magazines. In 2021 she was honored with the National Business Aviation Association Platinum Wing Award for lifetime achievement in journalism and was the 2004 recipient of the National Air Transportation Association’s Aviation Journalism Excellence Award. She also has been a recipient of an Aerospace Media Award for business aviation (2022) and NBAA Gold Wing Award (2003, 2024). Lynch graduated from The Ohio State University with a bachelor of arts in journalism.
Latest from Kerry Lynch
Aircraft
Daher Eyes ISR Market with Latest TBM Configurations
The ISR-configured TBMs will be fitted with underwing hardpoints and electrical connections to accommodate sensors and large-format cameras.
Regulations and Government
GAMA, ADS Appeal to EC For Urgency on Brexit Talks
They warn that aircraft operations could be threatened without resolution of issues surrounding certification and maintenance.
Maintenance and Modifications
Gulfstream's Support Organization Gets New Name
The newly dubbed Customer Support organization puts focus "squarely where it should be," says the organization's president Derek Zimmerman.
Regulations and Government
Senate Bill Backs Airport Reimbursement for Trump Travel
The provision, similar to that in the House, would set aside up to $3.5 million for losses incurred during certain presidential TFRs.
Regulations and Government
Chao: ATC Proposal Will Come Back
The Transportation Secretary called the proposal to carve the ATC out of the FAA timely and reiterated it would make ATC operations more efficient.
ATC
FAA To Begin Next Round of Remote Tower Ops at JYO
Phase 3a of the program is set to begin June 25 and run from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. for about 30 days, NBAA told members.
Regulations and Government
Senate Panel Approves $17.7B for FAA Budget
The budget total matches that approved by the House Appropriations Committee in May.
TSA's Pekoske and FAA's Bahrami To Keynote NATA Meeting
The annual meeting and conference will cover FAA reauthorization, industry ethics, and workforce shortages, among many other issues.
Maintenance and Modifications
Duncan Increases Engine Support along Florida Gulf
Warren Wiatrek relocated from Duncan's Lincoln, Nebraska facility to Tampa to help fill a gap in need for additional engine services.
Maintenance and Modifications
Stevens Aviation Receives Nod as Jet Aviation Vendor
Stevens Aviation's mobile repair teams will support Jet Aviation Flight Services managed aircraft.
Bizav Veteran John Rahilly Dies at 68
Through NBAA, the family has created a John F. Rahilly Memorial Scholarship for Future A&P Technicians.
Regulations and Government
NBAA, NATA Seek Further IRS Guidance on Management Fees
A recent IRS publication did not appear consistent with a recently passed tax measure on aircraft management fees.
Sino Jet Moves To Expand Bizav Market in Chengdu
Sino Jet will look at opportunities in the region, including the development of FBOs and other facilities to meet the needs of the market.
Regulations and Government
GAMA, AIA Urge Senate Leaders To Act on FAA Bill
The fate of the Senate bill this year is uncertain.
EBACE Looks To the Future as European Market Improves
The number of exhibitors increases, new exhibitors made a strong showing, the static display sold out, and sessions highlighted industry's future.
Honeywell Expands GoDirect Capabilities, Adds Customers
Bombardier added capabilities and struck partnerships to add flight planning, tracking, and weather information capabilities.
Argus Expands TraqPak FBO Analysis Program to Europe
The web-based flight tracking and analytics program is now tied in with Eurocontrol.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Honeywell Ramps Up on Connectivity
With rapid growth in Ka-band satcom for large aircraft, Honeywell is weighing options for smaller aircraft.
Engines
Rolls-Royce Pearl 15 Marks Launch of New Engine Family
The Pearl 15 brings improved efficiency, reduced emissions and noise, and better performance within the same nacelle package as for the BR700 family.
Aircraft
With Longer Legs, Bombardier Flagship Becomes 7500
The new name not only reflects the additional 300-nm range, but falls in line with the newest members of the Global family.
Aircraft
Bombardier Adds Pair of New Globals
With a wing reconfiguration and new Rolls-Royce engines, the Global 5500 and 6500 will fly faster and farther than the Global 5000 and 6000.
Maintenance and Modifications
Traxxall Wins JoinJet Business
JoinJet will use the Traxxall's maintenance tracking system for its diversified fleet of 26 aircraft.
Aircraft
Gulfstream's G600 Marks European Debut at EBACE
The aircraft, joining its sibling G500 along with the G650/650ER and G280 on static display, is headed toward certification by yearend.
EBACE To Highlight New Exhibitors, Alternative Fuels
This years edition of EBACE will have a pavilion dedicated to new visitors.
Paper Finds Barriers To Solving Europe's Pilot Shortage
AeroProfessional's report finds corporate aviation particularly vulnerable to staffing issues.
Regulations and Government
FAA Accepts Batch of Part 23 Cert Consensus Standards
The notification, published on May 11, signifies the evolution taking place with certification of light aircraft.
Rockwell Collins Highlights Cabin Cybersecurity
Protecting aircraft connectivity has long been a foundation of Rockwell Collins, but advises passenger to be aware of what they bring onboard.
Charter & Fractional
Interflight Changes Name to Voluxis
The company offers charter services in London and Dubai.
Regulations and Government
House FY19 Bill To Reimburse Airports for Trump Visits
The bill would boost FAA's operation's budget but scale down on unleaded aviation gasoline research funding.
Charter & Fractional
BACA, EBAA Unite in Fight Against Gray Charter
The organizations are forming a joint reporting system to gain more insight into illegal charter practices.
