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AirCARE1 is streamlining its operation by exclusively flying the Learjet 60.
AirCARE1 switches to homogenous LR60 fleet
November 6, 2024
The Learjet 60 boasts cruise performance at elevation up to 43,000 ft. Its speed facilitates rapid medical transport in critical situations. With a range of 2,350 nm, the aircraft provides nonstop coast-to-coast service.
NetJets and Signature break ground on an exclusive-use facility in Las Vegas.
NetJets and Signature commence new-build facility in Las Vegas
November 1, 2024
The extensive campus at Harry Reid International airport will feature a custom-designed NetJets exclusive-use terminal, NetJets Service Hub and two hangars. It is projected to be operational by 2027.
The Switzerland-made PC-12 was last year’s most frequently flown business aircraft in the US.
The PC-12 is most flown business aircraft in the US
November 1, 2024
316,328 take offs were recorded between August 2023 and July 2024, representing 8.8 per cent of all departures.
Key benefits of the E to F conversion include increases in MGW internal and external load, internal useful load and Hover Out of Ground Effect.
Cleveland PD takes delivery of first MD 500E to F conversion
November 1, 2024
The upgrade not only enhances the aircraft’s max gross weight capacity to 3,350lbs but also it improves cruise speed and optimises flight performance in challenging environments.
The twin-engined ACH145 is particularly suited to both urban and exploration missions, and now benefits from a five-blade rotor providing enhanced comfort in the cabin and 150kg of additional useful load. ©Airbus – Photo by Anthony Pecchi.
Virginia's Kuhn Aviation orders third ACH145
November 1, 2024
The Virginia-based company has now placed orders for three ACH145s, two featuring the ACH Line interior and the third the Mercedes-Benz Style edition.
The HondaJet Elite II autothrottle.
HondaJet Elite II autothrottle is certified by FAA
November 1, 2024
Pilots of HondaJet Elite II aircraft equipped with autothrottle controls will have the option of utilising the controls across various phases of flight, from take off through to landing.
A comparatively modest static display experienced strong footfall.
Annual Las Vegas outing showcases latest trends
October 29, 2024
NBAA-BACE hosted a slate of major announcements, including Bombardier's production of the all-new Global Express 8000 and Textron Aviation's unveiling of its new line Gen3 of Cessna Citation M2, CJ3 and CJ4.
Reata Jet’s wi-fi-equipped Hawker 800XP.
Apex rebrands as Reata Jet and launches on-demand charter
October 29, 2024
Newly-rebranded Reata Jet now offers charter business through a partnership with ATS. With its base at Austin Executive airport, it serves as a convenient hub for travellers from the Austin region and beyond.
A GrandView Phenom 300 that will form part of the acquisition by Wheels Up.
Wheels Up commits to connectivity boost for fleet transition
October 23, 2024
With support from Bank of America and Delta, and from the sale of 13 Citation Xs, Wheels Up is transitioning to a younger fleet of Phenom and Challenger aircraft. All will be fitted with Gogo Galileo HDX satellite-based wi-fi.
The Citation Ascend cockpit.
Cessna Citation Ascend gains latest G5000 avionics suite
October 23, 2024
As the Cessna Citation Ascend continues to progress through certification programme, Textron has incorporated the latest update of the Garmin G5000 avionics suite into the cockpit.
Helijet’s Citation X.
Helijet puts flight deals online with Airble
October 22, 2024
Helijet is to offer online charter deals on its Cessna Citation X through the Airble website or mobile app to North American destinations such as Cabo San Lucas, Toronto, New York, Miami, Hawaii and the Caribbean.
Citation CJ4 Gen 3 launch customer Ryan Samples with Lannie O’Bannion, senior vice president, global sales and flight operations, Textron.
Samples signs deal for first CJ4 Gen 3
October 22, 2024
As a pilot and business owner, Ryan Samples is excited to be the launch customer for the Citation CJ4 Gen3. The longtime Citation enthusiast appreciates the responsive handling, advanced avionics and quality of the jet.
Bombardier’s new ultra-long range business jet continues to excel with flight testing fully on track and initial certification agency flight tests conducted.
Manufacturing begins on world’s fastest business jet
October 22, 2024
Bombardier manufacturing sites in Québec, Texas and Mexico have begun to manufacture key components for the first Global 8000 production aircraft, which will be the fastest civil aircraft since the Concorde.
Operators expect to rely on pre-owned aircraft purchases to expand their fleets, but concede that the acquisition of new, more fuel-efficient aircraft is the best way to reduce environmental impact.
Honeywell forecast suggests stable growth for next decade
October 22, 2024
The global outlook projects 8,500 new business jet deliveries valued at $280bn over the next decade. Demand for new aircraft is normalising above pre-pandemic figures, and utilisation is projected to increase.
The Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen3 is expected to enter into service in 2026.
Textron takes the wraps off third generation Citations
October 21, 2024
Textron Aviation is unveiling the CJ4 Gen3, CJ3 Gen3 and M2 Gen3 at this year's NBAA-BACE. They can be seen on the static display at Henderson Executive airport.
Jet Aviation currently manages over 300 aircraft globally and a charter fleet accessing thousands of aircraft, from business liner to mid-size cabin.
Jet Aviation expands US managed fleet and charter offering
October 21, 2024
Jet Aviation has welcomed 39 new aircraft and owners into its managed fleet this year, and has added 16 mid-size to ultra-long-range aircraft to its Part 135 air carrier certificate.
G3000 Prime is the industry’s most intuitive and advanced flight deck to date.
Garmin unveils G3000 Prime integrated flight deck
October 17, 2024
G3000 Prime is the most connected, customisable, automated and safety-enhancing Garmin flight deck yet. It has already received FAA TSO certification, and initial aircraft delivering with it will be announced by OEMs.
The ACA international board member Ryan Waguespack.
The ACA launches US roundtable discussions
October 12, 2024
A lack of a clear industry standard for US brokers was one of the main concerns arising from The Air Charter Association’s inaugural US roundtable event in Denver.
With a range of 2,100 nm and a maximum cruise speed of more than 500 mph, the Citation XLS Gen 2 can travel nonstop between popular city pairs such as New York and Miami, Los Angeles and Chicago or Dallas and Washington D.C.
Second generation Citation XLS joins Jet Linx
October 12, 2024
Jet Linx is very pleased to have added a brand-new Citation CLS to its managed fleet of aircraft. The jet is decked out with the very latest technology and provides customers with plenty of room and baggage space.
More business aircraft, like this ACJ TwoTwenty, are being used for humanitarian flights.
ACJ survey marks philanthropy as growth area of business jet use
October 7, 2024
US family offices are focusing more on using business aircraft for philanthropic causes according to a survey commissioned by Airbus Corporate Jets, its ACJ TwoTwenty among them.
AirSprint is very familiar with the CJ3+.
AirSprint adds CJ3+ and places as top growing business
October 7, 2024
AirSprint has added its 37th aircraft and 16th Citation CJ3+, so it has plenty of capacity to offer to its clients. Canada's Top Growing Companies has also recognised the firm as a robust performer in the charter segment.
Marketing director Jessica Bronner, director of operations Matthew McIntyre, accountant Vanessa Mendez, client ops specialist Jason Guerrero, accountant Bianca Quintero, president James Garamendi, senior accountant Rosa Vega and director of safety Terry Norbraten.
TBM 700 will complement MPI's light fleet
October 7, 2024
With the addition of a TBM 700, MPI Jet's fleet now includes two TBMs, two PC-12NGs, a CJ2+ and a Bravo. The company has also added two experienced pilots and has been working on its systems including a new SMS.
10, perhaps 20, Eviation Alice aircraft will form part of the UrbanLink fleet.
Urbanlink expands all-electric fleet
October 3, 2024
UrbanLink Air Mobility has just placed orders for up to 20 Eviation eVTOL aircraft, and for 27 Regent seagliders for coastal operations around south Florida and Puerto Rico.
Gogo chairman and CEO Oakleigh Thorne and Satcom Direct president Chris Moore sign the agreement for Gogo to acquire Satcom Direct.
Connectivity giant Gogo to acquire Satcom Direct
October 3, 2024
This expands Gogo’s total addressable market with the 14,000 business aircraft outside North America. Together, they’ve cornered the market in integrated high performance GEO-LEO satellite solutions.
Inside the passenger terminal at Milwaukee Mitchell International airport in Wisconsin.
Jet Aviation acquires Jet In FBO operations in Milwaukee
September 30, 2024
Milwaukee allows Jet Aviation to offer a gateway into the Upper Midwest region in a market where it knows its customers are travelling, and where it also has aircraft based.
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