The third and final PC-24 prototype, P03, which also represents the series aircraft standard, took off from Buochs airfield recently to complete its maiden flight. The eye-catching blue Super Versatile Jet, registration HB-VSA, flew across Central Switzerland for 2 hours and 5 minutes. This flight marks another important milestone in the Pilatus PC-24 development program. […]
U.S. Airport Infrastructure Needs Near $100 Billion
U.S. airports have nearly $100 billion in infrastructure needs during 2017 – 2021 to accommodate growth in passenger and cargo activity, rehabilitate existing facilities, and support aircraft innovation, according to a new report released today by Airports Council International-North America (ACI-NA), the trade association representing commercial service airports in the United States and Canada. “America’s […]
Med-Trans Air Medical Transitions Tahlequah, Okla. Base to First Flight
The former EagleMed air medical transport base in Tahlequah has been renamed First Flight and is now being operated by national air medical transport leader Med-Trans Corporation. “Although we have a new name, the same amazing medical and flight crews based in Tahlequah remain on the job and committed to providing the very best in […]
London-Based Tim Barber Joins Duncan Aviation Aircraft Sales and Acquisitions Team
Duncan Aviation is pleased to announce the appointment of Tim Barber as its Aircraft Sales and Acquisitions Representative in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. “Tim is a great fit for our Aircraft Sales and Acquisitions Team,” says Steve Gade, Vice President of Marketing and Business Development with Duncan Aviation. “Tim is well-respected and well-connected […]
Mecaer Aviation Group, Inc. Hires New Director of Maintenance
Mecaer Aviation Group, Inc. (MAG) announced they have hired Gary Brown as their Director of Maintenance. Â Brown will manage the team of technicians for the FAA Part 145 maintenance facility at Northeast Philadelphia airport – PNE. As Director of Maintenance, Brown brings a wealth of knowledge, leadership and customer focus to MAG, Inc. with more […]
NBAA Welcomes Virginia’s New, Pro-Growth Aviation Tax Policy
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) today applauded a measure passed by the Virginia legislature to exempt aircraft parts and maintenance from sales and use tax. The bill, HB 1738, was recently passed by the state Senate, following its earlier passage by the House with overwhelming support. The legislation now goes to Gov. Terry McAuliffe […]
AOPA to Recognize Sean D. Tucker with Hoover Trophy and Rep. Rokita with Hartranft Award
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) announced aerobatic pilot Sean D. Tucker and Congressman Todd Rokita (R-Ind.) will be honored for their contributions to general aviation at the second annual Bob Hoover Trophy Reception. The event will be held on the evening of March 8 at Ronald Reagan National Airport’s Historic Terminal A Lobby […]
Vaisala’s Innovative Winter Weather Technology Being Evaluated by Emirates at Copenhagen and Chicago Airports
Vaisala is working with Emirates on a new decision support system for winter weather at both Chicago and Copenhagen airports. The combination cloud service and equipment tested by Emirates, called CheckTime, monitors winter conditions and provides information to pilots so they can make decisions about keeping an airplane’s wings free of ice and snow. A […]
CONKLIN & DE DECKER ANNOUNCES 2017 STATE TAX GUIDE FOR GENERAL AVIATION
Conklin & de Decker has announced the release of their 2017 State Tax Guide for General Aviation (“State Tax Guide”). Packed full of critical tax information, the State Tax Guide is a must-have reference tool for helicopter and fixed-wing operators, accountants, dealers, brokers, aviation law professionals, and others. The State Tax Guide contains the latest […]
Pennsylvania Governor Announces Four Airports to Expand, Rehabilitate Facilities with State Multimodal Investments
Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf announced that four airports will make facility upgrades as well as promote services and establish new educational opportunities with the assistance of $5.8 million in state investments. “Investments in our state’s airports support the hundreds of thousands of jobs they sustain while enhancing communities’ economic competitiveness” Governor Wolf said. “These projects […]
