The International Aircraft Dealers Association is heartened that the delivery numbers for new business aircraft released by the General Aviation Manufacturers Association show an increase in new turbine airplanes entering the marketplace. In addition, IADA is pleased with the prospects for even greater new aircraft manufacturing activity in the coming years from GAMA companies and […]
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GAMA Releases 2021 Aircraft Shipment and Billings Report
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) released the 2021 General Aviation Aircraft Shipments and Billings Report during its annual State of the Industry Press Conference last week. Overall, when compared to 2020, all aircraft segments saw increases in shipments and preliminary aircraft deliveries were valued at $25.2 billion, an increase of 10.2%. “The strength and tenacity […]
EBACE2022 to Feature Speaker Maya Ghazal, Groundbreaking Refugee Pilot
Maya Ghazal, pioneering pilot and celebrated Goodwill Ambassador for UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, will be a featured speaker at the 2022 European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE2022) in Geneva, Switzerland. Ghazal’s remarks will be part of a weeklong series of presentations meant to inform and inspire, taking place in the EBACE Innovation Zone. […]
DXB Retains Title of World’s Busiest International Airport for 8th Consecutive Year
Dubai International (DXB) continues to be the world’s busiest airport by international passenger numbers for the eighth consecutive year after clocking 29.1 million in annual traffic in 2021. DXB’s annual traffic exceeded forecasts for the year by more than half a million passengers, on the back of a strong last quarter. Paul Griffiths, CEO of […]
B-29 Doc returning to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh in 2022
Doc, one of two airworthy Boeing B-29s in the world, will be returning to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh in 2022 for air show appearances and static displays during the week. While the exact appearance schedule is still being finalized, the aircraft will be parked on Boeing Plaza for public view when on the AirVenture grounds. The […]
Philippine Navy Cessna 172 Trainer Fleet Grows with Addition of Four New 172S Skyhawks
Textron Aviation announced the delivery of four new Cessna 172S Skyhawk flight trainer aircraft to the Philippine Navy. The Cessna 172S Skyhawk is the world’s leading flight trainer and the most-produced single-engine piston aircraft. It delivers an intuitive but sophisticated cockpit experience in a platform ideally suited for learning the skills needed to become a […]
NBAA’s 75th Anniversary Year Will Highlight Historic Moments to Inspire Future Generations
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), which was founded last week in 1947, begins celebrating its 75th anniversary as the leading advocate for business aviation with a series of initiatives designed not only to recognize the milestones marking the industry’s pioneering spirit, but to inspire the next generation of leaders to be a part of […]
Lynx Air’s Network Continues to Bloom Adding “The City of Gardens” as Its Sixth Destination
Today, Canada’s new ultra-affordable airline, Lynx Air (Lynx), is continuing to take off in the Canadian market with the addition of Victoria, BC to its growing network and the expansion of its presence in Toronto, ON, and Winnipeg, MB. With this announcement, Lynx’s network expands to six Canadian cities: Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Winnipeg, Kelowna and […]
NBAA’s New Owner Pilot Association Coalition: A ‘Force Multiplier’ for Aviators Everywhere
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) today announced the launch of a new NBAA Owner Pilot Association Coalition (NBAA OPAC), which will bring together leaders of business aircraft owner-pilot organizations in a collaborative effort to tackle top concerns for business aviators and explore opportunities to grow the owner operator community. “NBAA is about serving all […]
NAV CANADA Says New ADS-B Mandate to Enhance Aircraft Operations in Canada
Canada is leveraging advanced surveillance capabilities to enhance safety and efficiency by implementing a new mandate that will require aircraft operators flying in certain domestic airspace to meet Automatic Dependent Surveillance – Broadcast (ADS-B) Out Performance Requirements. ADS-B uses Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) technology to calculate an airplane’s precise location, speed, and direction. This […]
