NBAA’s New Video Safety Series Offers Practical Guidance for SMS Implementation

The National Business Aviation Association’s (NBAA’s) Safety Committee has unveiled the first video in a three-part series detailing practical steps for compliance with a safety management system (SMS) requirement for certain business aircraft operations that was released last year.

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From Vancouver to São Paulo: Crossing the Equator Again!

From Vancouver to São Paulo: Crossing the Equator Again!

Aviation Week Network's team was catching tailwinds from East to West and North to South these past couple of months. After EBACE in Geneva, we attended NBAA's White Plains Regional Forum under a perfect June sun. The event achieved unprecedented attendance levels with crowds exceeding capacity expectations, a completely sold-out exhibition floor, full aircraft showcase with no vacant spaces, and expert panel discussions on industry-critical topics that drew standing-room-only audiences.

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NBAA Congratulates Aero Medicine Pioneer and 2025 Wright Brothers Trophy Recipient Joan Sullivan Garrett

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) congratulates the Joan Sullivan Garrett, a visionary in airborne emergency medical care, on her selection as the 2025 Wright Brothers Memorial Trophy recipient from the National Aeronautic Association (NAA).

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ACSF Announces Leadership Transition: Executive Director Debi Carpenter Named New President

ACSF Announces Leadership Transition: Executive Director Debi Carpenter Named New President

The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) today announced a strategic leadership transition as its longtime President and CEO, Bryan Burns, retired following more than a decade of exceptional service. Following a rigorous six-month search and evaluation process, the ACSF Board of Governors selected current Executive Director Debi Carpenter to succeed Burns as President, effective July 1, 2025.

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North Dakota State College Receives FAA Certification for Aircraft Maintenance Program

North Dakota State College Receives FAA Certification for Aircraft Maintenance Program

North Dakota State College of Science (NDSCS) received its official Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 147 Air Agency Certificate today, formally authorizing the College to train the next generation of Aircraft Maintenance Technicians (AMTs). The certificate — presented during a brief ceremony inside the AMT Program Hangar — marks the final milestone in a 12-month application, inspection, and approval process.

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Travel Guide: The MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta

Travel Guide: The MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta

There's something magical about July in Atlanta when baseball's finest gather for the sport's most celebrated moment. The 95th MLB All-Star Game on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at Truist Park isn't just about watching the best players from both leagues—it's about experiencing a week that perfectly captures why this city has become the South's undisputed cultural capital. From July 11 to 15, Atlanta transforms into a playground for those who appreciate both athletic excellence and sophisticated living.

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NATA Names Hector Huezo COO

NATA (the National Air Transportation Association) announces the appointment of Hector Huezo, Esq., as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). With over 30 years of experience spanning federal, state, and local government service in aviation, transportation, legal affairs, and public administration, Huezo brings deep operational insight and a strong advocacy foundation to the Association. 

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Fargo Jet Center Acquires Two Beechcraft King Air 360 Aircraft from Textron Aviation

Fargo Jet Center Acquires Two Beechcraft King Air 360 Aircraft from Textron Aviation

Fargo Jet Center is proud to announce the acquisition of two Beechcraft King Air 360 aircraft from Textron Aviation. The purchase was finalized on Wednesday, June 18th, at the 55th Paris Air Show, with the agreement taking place at the Textron Aviation Special Missions booth. This milestone marks Fargo Jet Center’s first time exhibiting at the Paris Air Show, underscoring the company’s expanding global presence in the special missions aviation sector. The acquisition was a result of a collaborative agreement between key representatives from both organizations

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NATA Statement on the Confirmation of Rodney Scott as Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection

"NATA congratulates Rodney Scott on his confirmation by the U.S. Senate to serve as Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). His appointment signals a renewed opportunity for continued collaboration between CBP and the aviation business community.”

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Jet Aviation Redelivers Two Modified Bell 429 Helicopters to Middle East Customer

Jet Aviation Redelivers Two Modified Bell 429 Helicopters to Middle East Customer

Jet Aviation announced that it has redelivered two Bell 429 helicopters to a customer in the Middle East. The aircraft were the final two in a total fleet of six modified Bell 429s delivered to this customer. The contract was initially signed in 2019, and the first two aircraft were redelivered in 2020. Two more followed in 2024, with the final two redelivered in March 2025.

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Elfly Group Signs Contract with EASA for Development of Noemi Conceptual Prototype Aircraft

Elfly Group Signs Contract with EASA for Development of Noemi Conceptual Prototype Aircraft

Norway's Elfly Group signed a contract at the 2025 Paris Air Show with the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) for the development of the conceptual prototype model of its Noemi (No Emissions) clean sheet, all-electric commercial seaplane. The contract signed by Elfly's Founding CEO Eric Lithun and EASA's David Solar reinforces the company's commitment to work closely with EASA toward eventual certification (2030) of the Noemi (No Emissions) in Europe.

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NBAA Commends Administration’s Return to Zero-for-Zero US-UK Aerospace Tariff Policy

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) applauds the Trump Administration’s return to zero-for-zero tariffs on aerospace products from the United Kingdom as part of a June 16 Executive Order (EO), Implementing the General Terms of the United States of America – United Kingdom Economic Prosperity Deal. Under the EO, the 10% tariffs on aircraft and parts imports imposed on the UK through previous Trump-initiated presidential actions will no longer apply to these products.

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NBAA Applauds Aviation Safety Champion Michael Graham’s Selection for Second NTSB Term

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) welcomes President Trump’s nomination of Michael Graham to serve another five-year term on the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). Prior to his original December 2018 nomination to a seat at the NTSB, Graham worked for more than 20 years at Textron Aviation and served as the company’s director of flight operations safety, security and standardization since 2012.

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NBAA Welcomes New Measures to Bolster U.S. Aerospace Leadership

NBAA welcomes the recent introduction of several federal directives, which redouble government agencies’ focus on advancing U.S. aviation as the gold standard in aerospace for decades to come. Specifically, three Executive Orders (EOs) issued by the administration aim to foster the development and use of American UAS, support airspace safety and security and usher in a new era of supersonic flight.

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Inter Airport Europe 2025: Q and A with Event Director Syreeta Tranfield

Inter Airport Europe 2025: Q and A with Event Director Syreeta Tranfield

Marking its landmark 25th edition, this year's Inter Airport Europe is set to be a standout event for the global airport community, offering more innovation, insight, and networking than ever before. With over 400 exhibitors expected from more than 100 countries, attendees will have the opportunity to explore the latest cutting-edge solutions, connect with like-minded industry professionals, and hear from leading experts across the sector.

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Aviation Finance Veteran John Thomas, Jr. Appointed as CFO of FlyHouse

John Thomas, Jr., a veteran finance leader with more than 25 years of experience in global aviation finance, has been named Chief Financial Officer of FlyHouse, further strengthening the company's leadership bench as it accelerates its global growth strategy.

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At DOT ‘Industry Day,’ NBAA Underscores Importance of ATC Transformation

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) commended government agency leaders for hosting an important Industry Day to provide a starting point for aviation stakeholders to begin charting the way forward on a full overhaul of the nation’s air traffic control (ATC) system in the coming years.

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