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The Weekly of Business Aviation, November 28, 2025

VOL. 110 NO. 49 November 28, 2025
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Regulatory/Legislative

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UK Air Passenger Duty Will Apply To More Business Jet Users

Nov 26, 2025
The UK government plans to adjust the rules around its air passenger duty (APD), with higher rates now set to apply to a larger range of business jet users.

Services

Apcela has reintroduced the SmartSky Networks system under its own brand.
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Federal Jury Finds That Gogo Infringed Patents

Nov 24, 2025
A federal jury in Delaware has found that Gogo infringed on patents held by SmartSky Networks in launching its new 5G air-to-ground system.
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ExecuJet South Africa Renews FAA, African MRO Approvals

Nov 24, 2025
ExecuJet MRO Services South Africa has renewed key maintenance approvals from the U.S. FAA along with certifications from eight African civil aviation authorities.
Ribbon cutting ceremony for Skylark Field Airport’s new Avfuel-branded FBO.
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Skylark Field Terminal Opens FBO At Central Texas Airport

Nov 20, 2025
Skylark Field Terminal, a fixed base operator (FBO), has opened its doors at the Skylark Field Airport, in Killeen, Texas.
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Gogo Names First Galileo Customer In Middle East

Nov 17, 2025
Action Aviation of Dubai is the first customer in the Middle East to equip with the Gogo Galileo FDX flat-panel, electronically steerable antenna, Gogo said.
Markus Schröcker, group director customer relations and sales manager of the expanded Dubai facility.
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F/LIST Expands To Support Middle East Business Aviation

Nov 25, 2025
Cabin-furnishing specialist F/LIST has expanded its presence in Dubai as demand for aftermarket services in the Middle East continues to rise.

Programs

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Honda Takes Wraps Off eVTOL Plans

Nov 20, 2025
Honda has revealed new details about its previously secretive eVTOL aircraft development plan and the turbogenerator at the heart of its design.
A Beechcraft Baron on display at the Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo in Lakeland, Florida.
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Beechcraft Bonanza, Baron Production Halt Means End Of An Era

Nov 24, 2025
The end of production of the classic Beechcraft Bonanza and Beechcraft Baron marks the end of an historical era.

Safety

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AOPA GA Report: Decline In Overall Accident Rates For 2023

Nov 24, 2025
General Aviation saw an overall decline in accident rates in 2023, according to the 35th Richard G. McSpadden report recently published by the AOPA's ASI.
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Fokker Services Group Introduces GPS Anti-Jamming Protections

Nov 19, 2025
Fokker Services Group has introduced GPS anti-jamming and anti-spoofing technology for civil aircraft.

Charters/Brokers

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JSX To Launch New ATR Service From Santa Monica

Nov 25, 2025
Public charter operator JSX intends to launch new ATR service before year’s end, operating between Santa Monica (SMO) and Las Vegas (LAS).

FBOs/Services

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Gama Gets Set To Open Sharjah FBO

Nov 18, 2025
Gama Aviation’s Sharjah FBO is getting ready to swing the doors open to its new Business Aviation Center at Sharjah International Airport on Jan. 15, 2026.

Training

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Skyfarer Academy Acquires InstructAir

Nov 20, 2025
Skyfarer Academy has completed the purchase of InstructAir, a platform that connects flight instructors to pilots across the U.S.

Airports

L-R: Brendan McQuaid, co-founder and managing director of Alliance Aviation and Roy O'Driscoll, deputy managing director and head of commercial business development at Cork Airport.
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Alliance Aviation To Handover Terminal At Dublin Airport

Nov 18, 2025
Alliance Aviation Group is officially handing over its new General Aviation Terminal (GAT) to the Dublin Airport Authority.

Business Aviation Briefs

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AMAC Aerospace Receives Extended GACA Approval

Nov 26, 2025
Brief news items of interest to business aviation professionals.
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Universal Flight Concepts Expands Tecnam Fleet

Nov 26, 2025
Universal Flight Concepts (UFC), a U.S.-based flight training organization, has taken delivery of an additional four Tecnam P2008 LSA and P2010 aircraft.
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Vista’s XO Launches New Corporate Membership Tier

Nov 26, 2025
XO, a Vista subsidiary, announced the launch of a new membership tier with executive-focused benefits.
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AMAC Aerospace Bodrum Joins ACJ Service Center Network

Nov 26, 2025
AMAC Aerospace’s Bodrum, Turkey, facility has been qualified by Airbus Corporate Jets (ACJ) as the newest member of its service center network.
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Magellan Jets Offers New Financing For Fractional Ownership Program

Nov 26, 2025
Magellan Jets is now offering financing through NFS Capital to help clients secure potential 2025 tax benefits.
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DC Aviation Al-Futtaim Adds Gulfstream G650 To Charter Fleet

Nov 26, 2025
DC Aviation Al-Futtaim (DCAF) announced the addition of a Gulfstream G650 to its charter fleet. Additionally, the company has added a Bombardier Challenger 650 to its managed fleet.
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Hartzell Engine Tech PowerUP S-1200 Receives FAA PMA

Nov 26, 2025
Hartzell Engine Tech’s PowerUP S-1200 series aircraft magnetos has received FAA Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA).
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Diamond Delivers Three DA62 MPP Aircraft to Greece

Nov 26, 2025
Diamond Aircraft delivered three DA62 multi-purpose platform (MPP) special mission aircraft to the Greek Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection.
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Heli Transair To Purchase Three Bell 505s

Nov 26, 2025
Heli Transair To Purchase Three Bell 505s
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Cutter Aviation Opens New Charter Location

Nov 26, 2025
Cutter Aviation opened its newest aircraft charter location at the Colorado Springs Airport (KCOS).
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King Aerospace Wins FAA King Air Program Maintenance Logistics Contract

Nov 26, 2025
King Aerospace, a U.S.-based maintenance, repair and operations provider, earned an FAA contract to provide maintenance services for the agency’s fleet of Beechcraft 300/360 King Air aircraft.

Airworthiness Directives

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Airworthiness Directives

Nov 26, 2025
Regulations recently issued by the FAA for business aircraft.

Business Aviation Appointments

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Business Aviation Appointments

Nov 26, 2025
Appointments and promotions in the business aviation industry.

Calendar

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Upcoming Events

Nov 26, 2025
Conferences and events for professionals in the business aviation community.