On November 13, 2024, Wheels Up Experience Inc. closed its new $332 million revolving equipment notes facility with Bank of America and completed the acquisition of GrandView Aviation’s fleet of 17 Embraer Phenom 300 and Phenom 300E aircraft, and related maintenance assets and customer programs. The closings mark a major step forward for Wheels Up’s […]
Connico Adds Five New Members to Support Growing and Diverse Team
Connico has announced the addition of five new team members to support the company’s continued growth in the industry: Chris Pavese as a subject matter expert of development, Chris Viamari as an electrical cost specialist, Jimmy Hutchins as an analyst III, Tyler Bartruff as an analyst I and Evan Yablonsky as an analyst I. Pavese […]
Andy Priester Honored with NATA Distinguished Service Award
NATA, an association dedicated to aviation businesses for eight decades, has recognized the third-generation family leader of an aviation company that has operated nearly as long. Andy Priester, Chairman of George J. Priester Aviation, received the NATA Distinguished Service Award at today’s 2024 Aviation Business Conference for his lifelong commitment to the future of general […]
Des Moines International Airport Appoints New Executive Director
The Des Moines Airport Authority Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Brian Mulcahy as the next Executive Director of Des Moines Airport Authority. Mulcahy, who joined the Authority in 2011 and currently serves as Assistant Executive Director, will assume his new role upon the retirement of current Executive Director Kevin Foley in April […]
NBAA Announces New Roles for Damato, Broom, and Thanks Lutz for Her Service
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) announced new and expanded responsibilities for two senior team members, and thanked a third leader, who announced plans to step down from the association earlier this year. Jo Damato, CAM, has been named senior vice president, events and professional engagement, and Andrew Broom has been named chief revenue officer. […]
FAA Updates BasicMed Program; AOPA Applauds Expansion
The Federal Aviation Administration updated its BasicMed regulations to allow pilots to operate larger aircraft and carry more passengers. The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association applauded the expansion of BasicMed privileges included in the 2024 FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 and in full effect as of November 12. Under the new law signed May 16, […]
Cirrus SR Series and Vision Jet Receive Transport Canada Civil Aviation Certification
The Cirrus SR Series G7 and G2+ Vision Jet have successfully achieved Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) certification. This certification confirms that Cirrus aircraft adhere to stringent regulatory standards set by Transport Canada concerning aviation safety, performance and operational requirements. Zean Nielsen, CEO of Cirrus, stated, “Pursuing TCCA certification for the newest Cirrus aircraft models, […]
Avianca Cargo Announces New Brand Identity
Avianca Cargo has presented its new brand concept, marking a pivotal transformation highlighting its commitment to exceptional service. This reinvention embodies the new essence of “Avianca Cargo, we are doing it for you,” reflecting the airline’s focus on customer needs and long-term partnerships. This new concept embodies the spirit of a hero dedicated to serving […]
Arizona Governor Encourages Next Generation of Technology and Transportation at Celebration of Innovation Awards
In her continuing commitment to fostering innovation throughout the state, supporting entrepreneurs, and working with private sector partners, Governor Katie Hobbs announced key actions to advance Arizona’s leadership in technology. At the Governor’s Celebration of Innovation Awards, in a speech outlining her framework for Emerging Tech in Arizona and key focus areas, Governor Hobbs announced […]
NBAA Fact Checks Misleading Report on Business Aviation Sustainability
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has challenged a report for selectively using data, making statements based on faulty analysis and ignoring facts to produce a one-sided set of conclusions about sustainability and business aviation – an industry that is on pace to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. In a letter submitted to news […]
