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.

Editor-in-Chief

Matt Thurber

The Global Aircraft Dealers Association (GLADA) this week unveiled its broker training program, which will go live on October 20. Geared for aircraft sales brokers of all experience levels, the program is “designed to elevate standards of professionalism, knowledge, and ethical conduct across the aircraft sales industry,” according to GLADA.
While it plans to expand the training program’s curriculum, the first phase will cover best practices and ethics; letters of intent and aircraft purchase agreements; pre-purchase inspections; import/export procedures; escrow processes; and closing the transaction. Each phase can be used for training and as a reference guide, and training and testing is available on the GLADA member portal. The education committee will expand the curriculum as regulations and market conditions change and to reflect emerging best practices.
After joining GLADA, new broker members will need to complete the training and pass the exam within one year to earn a GLADA certificate of accreditation. The association encourages existing members to obtain the accreditation voluntarily.
“This training initiative is a significant step toward strengthening professionalism and consistency across our industry,” said Mike McCracken, chair of GLADA’s education committee. “We are confident it will be a valuable tool for new entrants and seasoned brokers alike.&nbsp;The mission of the education committee is to provide accessible, relevant, and forward-thinking resources to help brokers maintain excellence.”

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

GLADA Launches Aircraft Sales Broker Training and Accreditation Program

New members will have one year from joining to complete the training

After joining GLADA, new broker members will need to complete the training and pass the exam within one year to earn a GLADA certificate of accreditation. 

GLADA Launches Aircraft Sales Broker Training Program

2024 Corporate Aviation Leadership Summit

Curt Epstein

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.

Michigan location is company's first to obtain this approval

Duncan Aviation Battle Creek Gets FAA Nod as Test Center

Charles Alcock

News and information about crew, passenger, aircraft and airport security issues.

Candid discussions at AIN’s CALS Europe Summit were revealing

AINsight: Euro Bizav Leaders Get Real about Challenges

Jessica Reed

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.

People in Aviation - October 2025

AIN Staff

Individuals highlighted in AIN’s annual product support survey for aircraft, avionics, and engines who went above and beyond their call of duty.

Above & Beyond Product Support Surveys 2025

Hanneke Weitering

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.

Company announces expansions to facilities in Virginia and Switzerland

Electra’s Footprint Grows as Hybrid ‘Ultra Short’ Aircraft Gains Momentum

Amy Wilder

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.

Program was launched in 2022 to connect aspiring aviators with professional mentors

WAI-SG Celebrates 100 Mentee Graduates at Gala Event

Sheryl Barden

Julie Clark and “Fig” Newton share insights for aviation’s next generation

AINsight: Leadership Lessons from Aviation Hall of Famers

Kerry Lynch

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.

In this article

GLADA

More In Training and Workforce

Duncan Aviation Battle Creek Gets FAA Nod as Test Center

Michigan location is company's first to obtain this approval

AINsight: Euro Bizav Leaders Get Real about Challenges

Candid discussions at AIN’s CALS Europe Summit were revealing

People in Aviation - October 2025

People in Aviation - October 2025

Above & Beyond Product Support Surveys 2025

Individuals highlighted in AIN’s annual product support survey for aircraft, avionics, and engines who went above and beyond their call of duty.

Electra’s Footprint Grows as Hybrid ‘Ultra Short’ Aircraft Gains Momentum

Company announces expansions to facilities in Virginia and Switzerland

WAI-SG Celebrates 100 Mentee Graduates at Gala Event

Program was launched in 2022 to connect aspiring aviators with professional mentors

AINsight: Leadership Lessons from Aviation Hall of Famers

Julie Clark and “Fig” Newton share insights for aviation’s next generation

Yingling Debuts Maintenance Apprenticeship Program

Program will help Yingling keep up with growth

AIN Products

SUBSCRIPTIONS

RESOURCES

ABOUT AIN