Business Aviation

PIPER AIRCRAFT received UK type certification for M700 FURY, including approval for Flight into Known Icing (FIKI).

THINKOM SOLUTIONS, CA was selected by SNC to supply its ThinAir GT 2517 phased-array satcom antenna system for RAPCON-X (Global 6500) aerial intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (A-ISR) platform, selected by US Army.

Lanny Schindelmeiser to Vice President of Maintenance of Elevate Jet, FL; Perry Breitenstein was promoted to Vice President of Operations.

SmartSky Networks has filed an antitrust lawsuit accusing Gogo Business Aviation of being an “abusive monopolist."

The FAA has fast-tracked a final rule mandating drug and alcohol testing in non-U.S. repair stations approved to work on U.S. aircraft.

Locke’s first day as executive director of Aircraft Certification (AIR-1) was Dec. 16; she replaces Wes Mooty, who has been serving as acting AIR-1 since June.

ExecuJet MRO Services is adding a paint shop in an agreement with Satys Aerospace.

COLLINS AEROSPACE announced Pro Line 21 and Pro Line Fusion avionics upgrade/modernization programs for Beechcraft King Air 200/300 and Hawker 750/800/900 aircraft through its dealer network and install base.

HONEYWELL was selected by Sino Jet as partner to collaborate on technology development, including JetWave X satellite communications system to support its global development upon opening of its Middle East headquarters.

Ascend Maintenance Services (AMS) has received approval to begin operations as an aviation maintenance provider at Centennial Airport in Denver, Colorado.

Airbus and Daher are negotiating for the potential acquisition of some Daher activities in A320 family aerostructures subassembly near Nantes, Western France.

The 2024 MEBAA show was a key event for the Middle East's business aviation industry, debuting the Airbus ACJ220 and showcasing rising demand for business jets and services. It highlighted industry developments, including new ventures and support from the UAE's GCAA, along with the growth of various companies in the region.

The burgeoning sector is facing some concerning trends.

With MEBAA 2024 wrapping up in Dubai, this week’s Flight Friday focuses on flights of large business jets by European and Middle Eastern operators.

James Viola to next President and CEO of General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA); Pete Bunce is retiring in early 2025.

Balancing economic growth with environmental responsibility is a complex challenge that requires innovative solutions.

FAA Administrator Michael Whitaker has informed the agency’s workforce that he will step down from his position four years early on Jan. 20, 2025.

Russia’s Aeroflot does not expect to receive its first MC-21 passenger airliners until 2026, a company official says.

Our lead story outlines how the UAE’s General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has listened to business aviation industry calls with a “golden package” of measures aimed at making life easier for operators.

MEDAIRE was selected by Qatar Executive to supply MedAire360 pax safety solution for its fleet, including G700.

SIGNATURE AVIATION and EVE teamed to research ecosystem requirements/ground services needed for AAM operations.

GAMA has named a successor to its president and CEO Pete Bunce, who plans to retire next April after two decades at the helm of the manufacturers’ association.

Signature Aviation and Eve Air Mobility have signed an agreement to jointly study requirements for advanced air mobility ground operations.

The UAE’s GCAA yesterday announced it is introducing a new framework of regulations and processes designed to simplify life for operators.

Regulators across the region are generally supportive of the growth aspirations of the business aviation industry across the Middle East, MEBAA panelists say.