Matt Thurber
Editor-in-Chief
Matt Thurber, editor-in-chief at AIN Media Group, has been flying since 1975 and writing about aviation since 1978 and now has the best job in the world, running editorial operations for Aviation International News, Business Jet Traveler, and FutureFlight.aero. In addition to working as an A&P mechanic on everything from Piper Cubs to turboprops, Matt taught flying at his father’s flight school in Plymouth, Mass., in the early 1980s, flew for an aircraft owner/pilot, and for two summer seasons hunted swordfish near the George’s Banks off the East Coast from a Piper Super Cub. An ATP certificated fixed-wing pilot and CFII and commercial helicopter pilot, Matt is type-rated in the Citation 500 and Gulfstream V/550. Based in the Pacific Northwest, Matt and his team cover the entire aviation scene including business aircraft, helicopters, avionics, safety, manufacturing, charter, fractionals, technology, air transport, advanced air mobility, defense, and other subjects of interest to AIN, BJT, and FutureFlight readers.
Latest from Matt Thurber
Trig Avionics Partners With NextGen GA Fund
The company sees its products as one hub for customers’ ADS-B installations.
Aircraft
Product Support Survey 2014 Part 1: Aircraft
Gulfstream, Embraer tie for top spot among jets, Mitsubishi leads t-props
2014 Product Support Survey: Part 1 Aircraft
Some surprises are in store in the 2014 AIN Product Support Survey, Part 1 Aircraft.
Textron’s TRU Dives into Business Aircraft Training
Acquisition of ProFlight is “an important next step as we build our business aviation pilot training capabilities.”
Santa Monica Airport Proponents File FAA Part 16 Complaint
NBAA, AOPA, airport businesses and aircraft owners and operators are asking the FAA to help keep Santa Monica Airport open.
SocialFlight Adds ‘Things To Do Nearby’ Feature
Pilots can click on a button on the SocialFlight website or app to find interesting activities near airports.
Engines
Continental Expands Diesel Aircraft Engine Product Lines
A number of aircraft OEMs have selected Continental Motors diesel engines for jet-A-powered light airplanes.
Aircraft
Summit Interior Certified in Quest Kodiak Turboprop
Quest Aircraft has delivered 120 Kodiak single-engine turboprops since starting production in 2007.
Aspen Celebrates 10th Anniversary
Aspen revealed new ADS-B OUT solutions and a partnership with the Geico Skytypers at AirVenture 2014.
L-3’s Lynx Promises Easier ADS-B Compliance
By using existing antennas and wiring, L-3 Aviation’s new single-box Lynx ADS-B OUT solution should make installation simpler and easier.
Aircraft
Cessna Debuts Second Diesel-powered Single
The new Cessna Turbo Skyhawk JT-A should be FAA certified in 2015 and will retail for $435,000.
Flying Challenge Pilots Face Off in Skills Competition
Twelve skilled flyers will compete to see who can win the Flying Challenge Cup on July 30.
BendixKing Intros New Integrated Avionics System
The AeroVue integrated avionics system will first be certified in the Beechcraft King Air 200.
Avidyne IFD540 GPS Navcom Receives FAA Certification, AML-STC
More than 1,000 aircraft makes and models are eligible for installation of Avidyne’s freshly certified IFD540 FMS/GPS/navcom.
Aircraft
Vantage Engine To Be STC’d In Skyhawk
Instead of overhauling the engine in Cessna Skyhawks, Superior Air Parts is offering its new FAA-approved 180-hp Vantage engine for just $25,000.
Garmin Releases Major GTN Software Upgrade
Garmin’s new Flight Stream devices connect cockpit avionics to mobile devices running Garmin’s Pilot mobile app.
EAA AirVenture Set To Open Oshkosh Gates
The annual EAA AirVenture extravaganza promises excitement and innovation for visitors from all over the world.
Analyst Sees Bright Spots in General Aviation Investments, Diesel Engine Developments
Aviation analyst Brian Foley believes there are investment opportunities in general aviation startups.
Aircraft
Sun Flyer Hopes To Make Solar Flying Popular
The developers of the Sun Flyer solar-powered electric LSA have flight tested a technology demonstrator.
Aero Glass Offers Aircraft Head-up Display on Wearable Glasses
Pilots can enhance the real-world view with Aero Glass’s augmented reality software.
EAA AirVenture 2014 Takes Off on Monday
Show features plenty of excitement, including the Air Force Thunderbirds, arrival of the first production HondaJet and Nextant’s G90XT cockpit mockup.
Parker Aerospace Gets Smarter Pumps
A variety of new design features from Parker Aerospace could help aircraft OEMs improve their designs.
AGM Aerospace Seeking New Opportunities at FIA14
Michigan-based company hosted a reception bringing together aerospace suppliers to collaborate on new programs.
Cobham Satcom Introduces New Aviator 200S
The compact antenna on the Aviator 200S should make satcom system installations easier and less expensive.
TAG Farnborough Airport Helps Local Student Fly
The TAG Flying Scholarship 2014 was awarded to 17-year-old James Peter Singh.
“Strategic Agility” Is U.S. Air Force’s New Mantra
The U.S. Air Force and industrial partners could see great improvements in efficiency as a result of the new strategic agility program.
BAE FBW To Power 777X Flight Controls
BAE Systems has teamed with Rockwell Collins for the 777X program’s fly-by-wire flight control system.
Second Quarter a Winner for ST Aerospace
ST Aerospace booked a substantial amount of business during the second quarter of 2014.
