Puerto Rico uni places Piper Seminole order
April 17, 2022
A new Seminole will wend its way to Puerto Rico early next year; the first for the country in 20 years. It will be used to support the School of Aeronautic's airway science degree courses.
IADA reports strong quarter for business jet sales
April 17, 2022
The bull market for pre-owned business aircraft has continued in 1Q22 for IADA members. They closed 288 deals from January-March, compared to 213 transactions in the same period in 2022, a 35 per cent increase.
flyExclusive ramps up CJ3+ numbers for fractional impact
April 17, 2022
An order for up to 30 CJ3+s launches flyExclusive into the fractional marketplace. Five aircraft will be delivered during 2023, the rest through to 2025.
Pilatus flies high at end of 2021 financial year
April 11, 2022
With 152 new aircraft delivered in 2021, Pilatus saw high demand across its business units despite disruptions to supply chains. Sales reached ChF 1.3bn and the OEM took orders worth ChF 1.7 bn.
Golfing champ putts life into VistaJet programme
April 11, 2022
The best sports stars are choosing to travel with VistaJet according to the company. Ahead of The 2022 Masters Tournament, golfer Jon Rahm was unveiled as a programme member and brand ambassador.
Kenai puts P2012 to work on Alaskan operations
April 7, 2022
Kenai Aviation is leading the way in Alaskan operations with its P2012 Traveller. The company believes other operators will be quick to acquire one once it proves its capabilities.
Daher launches speedy TBM 960 with digital power
April 7, 2022
Daher's speedy TBM 960 takes the maximum advantage of today's turboprop technology to provide digital control of the new PT6E-66XT engine and the propeller. Deliveries begin soon.
The importance of exploiting the eVTOL opportunity
April 6, 2022
It is time for the business aviation industry to get on board with electric. Early entry in the adoption curve will get us ahead of the game explains The ACA Sustainability & Innovation Group member Irena Deville.
Landscaping experts put first Citation M2 Gen2 into service
April 5, 2022
The first Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 has been to delivered to a California customer. The versatile light jet enjoys performance and cabin amenities often found only in larger jets.
Duncan senior captain honoured as FAA master pilot
April 5, 2022
The Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award is the most prestigious award the FAA issues to pilots certified under Title 14 of the Code of Regulations (14 CFR) part 61. This years winner is Duncan Aviation's Larry Bartlett.
Global 7500 marks milestone delivery for Bombardier and VistaJet
April 4, 2022
With ten 7500s to its name, and more expected over the course of this year, VistaJet becomes the largest operator of this ultra-long range jet. OEM Bombardier helped celebrate this latest addition, its 100th delivery.
After 58 years Bombardier delivers the final Learjet
April 1, 2022
Bombardier has ended production of its Learjet series. The Canadian company will refocus its facilities in Wichita towards flight test and special-missions aircraft.
GMR completes GrandView purchase
April 1, 2022
The acquisition of Baltimore-based GrandView brings organ procurement expertise to the capabilities of Global Medical Response under its AirMed International arm.
Jet production stalls amid soaring sales
April 1, 2022
The industry is rife with opportunity, demand is high, but where are the brand new aircraft? Brian Foley explains why OEMs are failing to match sales with deliveries.
Volato makes Gulf Coast Aviation acquisition
March 28, 2022
The acquisition of Gold Coast Aviation broadens Volato's reach across the US and means its fractional owners have fewer repositioning fees and access to a larger charter fleet. All GCA employees will be retained.
Canada's first NATA sustainability certificate goes to Fast Air
March 28, 2022
Fast Air has become NATA's first certified operator in Canada. This recognition builds upon its existing carbon-neutral flights and operations that utilise carbon offsets.