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.

Contributor - Business Aviation

James Wynbrandt

Canadian MRO and completion specialist Flying Colours (Booth 1735) redelivered in early October its 100th major retrofit of a Bombardier Challenger 604. The design team at the company’s Peterborough, Ontario headquarters facility worked with the 604’s new owner and current operator to create an interior featuring a black and gold palette.

 


Six reclining seats adapted from Challenger 650-style seat frames with molded armrests are complemented by a three-place divan, all clad in black leather. The light trims, buckles, and control panels are in contrasting matte gold, and side ledges, panels, doors, and monuments are finished with a gloss anigre veneer. Flight Colours' dedicated paint shop applied a scheme echoing the internal colors, with a partial gold stripe sweeping along the fuselage.

 


The update also included Gogo Avance L3 connectivity and Rockwell Collins Venue cabin management system installations. Only minor maintenance was performed on the aircraft, as it had undergone a 96-month check at the facility about a year ago.

News and developments about airplanes, helicopters and unmanned air vehicles used in all varieties of operations, including airlines, military, business, commercial, general aviation and private.

Flying Colours Marks 100th Challenger Refurb

Canadian MRO and completion specialist overhauls new owner's Challenger 604, designs sleek gold and black interior.

2024 Corporate Aviation Leadership Summit

Charlotte Bailey

Charles Alcock

News about commercial airlines, including regulations, aircraft orders, safety, acquisitions, and mergers.

News and developments about aircraft engines, including turbofan, turboprop, turboshaft and piston.

News and issues relating to the aerospace industry that are related to the science, engineering and business of flight in space involving civil, industrial and military applications, and similar topics related to flight in the atmosphere of the Earth that are not covered more directly by other AINonline subject channels. In other words, both astronautical and aeronautical subjects, except for those aeronautical topics that are specifically covered elsewhere on this website.

News and issues relating to international air transport and cargo carriers, national airlines and regional airlines, including aircraft, engines, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security and training.

777-9 appearance at Dubai show marks 12th anniversary of program launch

Boeing Insists 777X Widebody Is Worth the Wait

David Donald

Essential news and analysis on the defense aerospace business. Your trusted source for new and ongoing programs and requirements in military aircraft (manned and unmanned), engines, avionics, weapons and associated systems, including ground-based air defense.

The UAE’s national aerobatic team is now flying the Hongdu L-15 Falcon from China

Emirati Knights Parade New Steeds

More than 300 new aircraft orders and commitments anticipated during show week

Dubai Airshow Stands Out for Airliner Orders and Military Surprises

Using certified software and hardware across different platforms can drive down costs

Salient's Modular Approach Addresses Supply-chain Issues

Matt Thurber

News and issues relating to business, corporate and private aviation, primarily regarding turbine-engine-powered airplanes and helicopters. Subjects include aircraft, engines, maintenance, operations, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security, and training.

Dassault showcasing largest business jet cabin and longest-range jet 

Two Falcon Jets on Dubai Airshow Display

News and issues concerning general aviation, specifically airplanes and helicopters powered by piston and alternative engines (i.e., non-turbine powered aircraft). Subjects include aircraft, engines, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security and training.

A50 and A60 models feature iconic corrugated aluminum fuselages

Junkers Offers Modern Take on Classic Light Aircraft

News about bills, laws, regulations and other governmental decisions affecting aviation and aerospace. Topics include FAA re-authorizations, taxes on fuel and aviation activities, environmental legislation, ICAO decisions, governmental mediation of labor conflicts and World Trade Organization disputes and decisions.

More In Aircraft

Boeing Insists 777X Widebody Is Worth the Wait

777-9 appearance at Dubai show marks 12th anniversary of program launch

Emirati Knights Parade New Steeds

The UAE’s national aerobatic team is now flying the Hongdu L-15 Falcon from China

Dubai Airshow Stands Out for Airliner Orders and Military Surprises

More than 300 new aircraft orders and commitments anticipated during show week

Salient's Modular Approach Addresses Supply-chain Issues

Using certified software and hardware across different platforms can drive down costs

Two Falcon Jets on Dubai Airshow Display

Dassault showcasing largest business jet cabin and longest-range jet

Junkers Offers Modern Take on Classic Light Aircraft

A50 and A60 models feature iconic corrugated aluminum fuselages

Gulf States' Airpower Capabilities Are Still Evolving

Regional air forces mature as modernization programs bear fruit

Boeing Is Ramping Up 787 Dreamliner Production

Charleston expansion project could double 787 production capacity

AIN Products

SUBSCRIPTIONS

RESOURCES

ABOUT AIN