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&amp;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.

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Matt Thurber

On June 25 at 11 a.m. EDT, NBAA is hosting a <a href="https://www.bigmarker.com/nbaa/nbaa-thought-leadership-webinar-the-aviation-journey-modeling-industry-leadership">free webinar</a> with prominent industry leaders sharing the experiences that drove their careers in business aviation. Titled “The Aviation Journey – Modeling Industry Leadership,” the webinar “will reflect on the pivotal moments that shaped their careers, the evolving landscape of the industry, and the values that continue to guide their work,” according to NBAA. “From lessons in resilience to strategies for mentoring the next generation, this conversation will offer practical takeaways and timeless insights for anyone looking to lead with purpose in business aviation.”
Jay Mesinger, NBAA Leadership Council member and CEO and founder of Mesinger Jet Sales, is moderating and sponsoring the webinar. He will be joined by NBAA president and CEO Ed Bolen; Sheryl A. Barden, CEO of Aviation Personnel International; AIN Media Group founder and chair emeritus Wilson Leach; John Rosanvallon, former president and CEO of Dassault Falcon Jet; and Louis C. Seno, executive director of the International Aircraft Dealers Association.

News about simulators and training procedures, as well as workforce.

NBAA Thought Leadership Webinar Looks at Lasting Impact of Business Aviation

Event features prominent company founders and organization chiefs

The webinar "will offer practical takeaways and timeless insights for anyone looking to lead with purpose in business aviation.”

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News and issues about aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), covering all segments of the aviation industry; and modifications for aircraft and engines. Subjects include product support of aircraft, engines and avionics, MRO company mergers, acquisitions, announcements and personnel, Airworthiness Directives, Supplemental Type Certificate approvals and other topics.

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.

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.

Vallair Group company will expand its course offering

French Mx Training Provider Earns EASA Part 66 Approval

Charles Alcock

News and information on safety procedures and concerns.

CAE published its latest Aviation Talent Forecast at the Paris Air Show

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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.

JD2E trainer depicts advantages and versatility of combined training systems

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Jessica Reed

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.

New developments and products in avionics, specifically about aircraft electronics in the cockpit.

Move expands locations for pilot type-rating training

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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.

Lufthansa Aviation Training will use the simulator in its pilot training program

Switzerland Qualifies Brunner Mixed-reality DA42 Sim

Amy Wilder

Presentation of survey results at 2025 CBAA to include base salary and workforce trends

Canadian Business Aviation Salaries Show Upward Trend

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 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.

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