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 &amp; 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 &amp; 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.

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James Wynbrandt

Jet Aviation (Booth R134) announced here at EBACE the redeliveries of three executive airliners—an ACJ330 and ACJ319 for a Middle Eastern customer, and a BBJ3—all designed and completed at its Basel facility. The ACJ330 and ACJ319 were completed in 14 months and 10 months respectively, both turn times setting new industry benchmarks, according to the Swiss company. Reflecting Jet Aviation’s weight-management processes, both aircraft are also significantly lighter than requirements mandated despite the use of high-end finishes and custom designs. That helps the ACJ330 meet the customer’s mission needs for an aircraft that can fly nonstop from Riyadh to Los Angeles. Soundproofing reduces inflight dBSIL readings as low as the mid-40s, achieved with the aid of technology from Gulfstream that allows extremely accurate sound prediction and targeted soundproofing.


The ACJ319 incorporate a flexible interior design with distinct cabin zones to accommodate alternative numbers of passengers, and includes a majlis area for eight passengers, spacious guest lavatory, a mid-bedroom with large ensuite bathroom, and flexible formal seating in the aft cabin.


“We are pleased to have delivered two complementary interiors that fully represent the bespoke luxury and style of the initial concept,” said Neil Boyle, senior v-p and general manager of Jet Aviation in Basel. “It was a true example of professionalism and partnership.”


The BBJ3 interior, inspired by the golden age of&nbsp; travel, integrates several elements, including floral motifs, carpeting with vintage patterns, and a bold red and blue color scheme. Aircraft seating in the lounge and dining areas is completely integrated into leather sofas and wingback leather armchairs custom made by Jet Aviation. The aft section includes business and economy seating, complementing the VIP design elements.


The company also announced its selection to perform two medevac conversions of Embraers; a Legacy 600 for an Asian customer; and a Legacy 650, currently underway, for a Middle Eastern customer.&nbsp;

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