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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Aerospace Technologies Group (ATG) introduced its AerLuxe window shades at the AIX show in Hamburg in April, highlighting how they replace individual window shades with a single panel that blends with the interior and offers both light-filtering translucent and cabin-darkening opaque modes. The shades, which replace ATG’s MS2 and MS3 product lines,&nbsp;are on display this week at the company’s NBAA-BACE exhibit.
Electronic controls make operating AerLuxe shades easier and connect them to maintenance information and cabin management systems. This enables operators and maintainers to tap into performance metrics, remote diagnostics, and software updates without removing the shade from the aircraft, according to ATG. “The advanced electronic controls feature self-learning algorithms and sensor-less control to extend the shade life and provide the quietest operation.”
ATG offers an optional ShadePT feature that helps the shades last longer using a preventive maintenance function. This works with the shades in place, returning them to their original shape, and can be activated by the cabin crew.
AerLuxe shades will be available for a variety of business jet. bizliner, and airliner applications. According to ATG, window shades can easily be replaced during heavy maintenance checks and cabin refurbishments.

News and developments about everything that goes into the cabin of an aircraft, from floor coverings to headliners, with a special emphasis on in-flight entertainment, communications and other electronics for passengers. If it is in the cabin of an aircraft, it’s covered here.

ATG’s AerLuxe Offers Multi-window Shade Solution for VIP Aircraft

Includes electronic controls and connections to maintenance and cabin management systems

Electronic controls make operating AerLuxe shades easier and connect them to maintenance information and cabin management systems. 

ATG’s AerLuxe Offers Multi-window Shade Solution

2024 Corporate Aviation Leadership Summit

Curt Epstein

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.

These are in addition to its early approval by Transport Canada

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Amy Wilder

FAA approval covers BBJ1 and -2, including Max models

Gogo, Aloft Receive STC for Galileo FDX on Boeing BBJs

In-flight connectivity has become a must-have with multiple heavy data users on board

Roundtable: The Rapid Evolution of In-flight Connectivity

Satcom system provides access to high-speed GX service

Gogo Plane Simple Antenna Approved for Falcon 7X/8X

Charles Alcock

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.

NBAA-BACE 2025

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Roundtable: The Rapid Evolution of In-flight Connectivity

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Gogo Plane Simple Antenna Approved for Falcon 7X/8X

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Jet Aviation’s Cirrus Cabin Concept Wins Design Award

Design was honored in the aviation category of the recent 2025 Elite Awards

Omni Offers No-cost Gogo Upgrade for Classic ATG System

Switching to the C-1 system extends life of older connectivity product

Gogo Terrestrial Trials Validating 5G Performance

Company is nearing flight trials of the 5G service

EASA Grants STC for Galileo HDX on Bombardier Globals

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