Ian Sheppard has acted as Editor International Show Editions for AIN since June 2013. Based in the Redhill, England, Ian reports for the various AIN publications as well as providing support to International Editor Charles Alcock in covering international air shows (such as Farnborough, Paris, Singapore and Dubai), and the EBACE and MEBA business aviation events. His central role is to cover Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA).
Prior to becoming more involved with AIN in mid-2011 (initially as deputy international editor), Ian worked for various aviation publications through his company, First Aerospace Media. This included being part of the AIN team covering daily news at international air shows.
Ian has worked for publications such as Flight International (technical reporter, 1997-8) and Aerospace International (editor, 1999-2000). He was publications manager at Airclaims (Ascend) between 2000 and 2004 before forming First Aerospace Media. Since mid-2009 Ian has also been managing editor of Regional International, the journal of the European Regions Airline Association (ERA).
Ian hasis working towards a European commercial pilot licence, having held an FAA private pilot license in 1991, and instructor rating. He also has a degree in aeronautical engineering from the University of Bath, England, and a graduate diploma in law from Kingston University, and is a graduate of the legal practice course (College of Law, Guildford).

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Phenix Jet Hong Kong (Chalet 8) said 2018 was a successful year for charter sales activity, and this continued in the first quarter of 2019.

 


“We are the only operator in Asia to have three charterable Gulfstream G650s, including two 650ER extended range models," said Sho Murakami, vice president of sales for the company. "We also have top of the line Bombardier products like the Global 6000 currently available.” He added that Phenix Jet “also expect to see Global 7500s on the certificate by Q3 2019.”

 


During ABACE 2019 the company announced that its operation in Japan, which it claims features the only corporate aviation hangar in the country, received Cayman Islands Part 145 aircraft maintenance approval, also a first in Japan. “We are very honored and excited to have this approval issued,” said Phenix Jet CEO Andrew Svoboda. “It represents our commitment to building quality and total service in the Asia-Pacific region.”

 


“This represents a huge step forward for service locations available to Cayman-registered aircraft in the region,” said Richard Smith, director general of the Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands. Aircraft under Cayman registry have callsigns starting with VP-C.

News and issues concerning the aviation charter and fractional-ownership industries and markets, including company announcements, regulations, new developments and labor issues.

Phenix Jet Sees Charter Growth Led by G650s

Hong Kong-based Phenix Jet says it is the only operator in Asia with three G650s that can be chartered.

2024 Corporate Aviation Leadership Summit

Sarah Rose

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Limited memberships now offer super-midsize access

Wheels Up Adds Challenger 300, Expands Fleet

Jessica Reed

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.

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.

As of May 7, Part 135 charter flights/nonscheduled commercial operations must comply with Real ID

Real ID Mandate Impacts Part 135 Charter Operations

Chad Trautvetter

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.

Despite erosion in Europe, flying activity rose 3.2% last month

Global Bizav Flying Continues Ascent in April, Says Argus

Program includes in-flight facial treatments

VistaJet, Dr. Barbara Sturm Partner on Skincare

Fractional operator highlights growth, sustainability

AirSprint Marks 25 Years in Private Aviation

Company expands operations with fourth location in Germany

Air Charter Service Opens Office in Cologne, Germany

Charles Alcock

Issues regarding financing of aircraft; aviation insurance; tax issues for aircraft operators; new companies and people in the aviation financing and insurance industries.

ABACE 2019

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Limited memberships now offer super-midsize access

Real ID Mandate Impacts Part 135 Charter Operations

As of May 7, Part 135 charter flights/nonscheduled commercial operations must comply with Real ID

Global Bizav Flying Continues Ascent in April, Says Argus

Despite erosion in Europe, flying activity rose 3.2% last month

VistaJet, Dr. Barbara Sturm Partner on Skincare

Program includes in-flight facial treatments

AirSprint Marks 25 Years in Private Aviation

Fractional operator highlights growth, sustainability

Air Charter Service Opens Office in Cologne, Germany

Company expands operations with fourth location in Germany

Air Charter Forum Considers the State of the Industry

The Air Charter Association is running its annual forum event as part of the EBACE show

Airbus Adds Fokker Services to ACJ Outfitters Network

New partnership expands completions options

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