Magazine Issue

Business & Commercial Aviation, First Quarter 2026

VOL. 122 NO. 1 March 06, 2026
BCA Q1 2026 cover
Credit: Daher

Editor's Letter

Bombardier Global 8000
article

Heated Competition For Ultra-Long-Range Business Jets

Mar 06, 2026
A dogfight is underway in the ultra-long-range business jet market as Bombardier, Dassault and Gulfstream roll out or ramp up their latest jets.

FBO News

Guanacaste Airport in Liberia, Costa Rica
article

Recent Developments At Business Aviation Facilities

Mar 06, 2026
Highlighting acquisitions, new terminals and more.

Fast Five

Vertical Aerospace CEO Stuart Simpson
article

Fast Five: Stuart Simpson of Vertical Aerospace

Mar 06, 2026
Vertical Aerospace's CEO discuses the Valo eVTOL air taxi, which is planned to launch by 2027 and certify by 2028.

Point of Law

sign that says 'careful or careless'
article

Pilot Pranks: Careless, Reckless Or Just Stupid

Mar 06, 2026
FAR 91.13 violations, often tied to "potential endangerment," range from pranks to reckless stunts, with penalties from suspensions to revocations.

Situation Awareness

Van's Aircraft RV-12iS flight controls
article

The FAA’s Mosaic Moves Are Showing Promise

Feb 12, 2026
"The biggest change in general aviation that I have probably seen in my lifetime,” one executive says. Which aviation development generated such praise?

Operations

aircraft in flight
article

Business Aviation Leaders' Predictions For 2026

Mar 06, 2026
Industry leaders from a variety of bizav segments share their insights and predictions for 2026.
Boeing Business Jet
article

Don’t Make These Mistakes Before Selecting An Aircraft Registry

Mar 04, 2026
Choosing the right aircraft registry requires early planning and consultation, often narrowing options to a single best choice.
heliboard promo
article

‘High-Impact’ Messaging Delivered By Helicopters

Mar 04, 2026
Australian company Heli-D has developed a new aerial LED display and is targeting the U.S. market for growth.

Aircraft

cirrus promo
article

Cirrus Unveils G3 Vision Jet Upgrade

Mar 04, 2026
The third-generation Cirrus Vision Jet includes at least 30 refinements and enhancements, including improved landing lights and exterior lights.

20/Twenty

bell 429
article

20/Twenty: The Bell 429 Twin: A Utility Infielder

Mar 04, 2026
The Bell 429 combines a comfortable cabin with good high-speed performance.

Advanced Air Mobility

joby s4 flight deck
article

Simulation’s Role Expands In eVTOL Training, Development

Mar 04, 2026
AAM developers developers are increasingly leaning on simulation to overcome challenges that span pilot training, engineering and aircraft design.

Cause & Circumstance

hawker jet
article

Lessons Learned From Hawker Stall Checks

Mar 04, 2026
Recommendations for post-maintenance test flights in Hawkers after maintenance of ice protection panels.

Impact

ntsb worker
article

Your Next Accident May Be Hiding In Your Data

Mar 04, 2026
Your job is to find it before something bad happens.

Purchase Planning Handbook

DHC aircraft
article

Private Aviation Aircraft Get Safety Upgrades In Cockpits

Mar 05, 2026
This year’s Purchase Planning Handbook highlights new models and new tech.
pilatus flight deck
article

How to Use The 2026 Purchase Planning Handbook Airplane Charts

Mar 05, 2026
Charts for the BCA 2026 Purchase Planning Handbook are in a PDF linked from this article, which explains the specifications and terminology used in this guide.

Marketplace

Aero Specialties Product GPU
article

Companies Offer Greener Systems For Providing Ground Power To Aircraft

Mar 04, 2026
These ground power units are targeting cleaner power for business aviation aircraft.