NATA Recognizes FAA Administrator Michael Whitaker

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“Michael Whitaker’s focus on U.S. aviation leadership and dedication to collaboration between the Agency and aviation community allowed for much progress in a short period of time. As Administrator, Whitaker prioritized industry input in advancing technologies, fostering safety, and developing the aviation workforce, including considerations for operators in the drafting of the SMS rule for part 135 operations, the timely release of the final SFAR for the safe integration of AAM into the NAS, and work to modernize the approach to mental health in the aviation industry,” stated NATA President and CEO Curt Castagna.

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NATA and NBAA Congratulate James Viola as New GAMA President and CEO

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Both the National Air Transportation Association (NATA) and The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) have welcomed James “Jim” Viola as the incoming president and CEO of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA). He succeeds Peter “Pete” Bunce, who has led the organization since 2005.

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Zela Aviation Collaborates with Municipality of Syros-Ermoupoli

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Zela Aviation Collaborates with Municipality of Syros-Ermoupoli

Zela Aviation announces its strategic collaboration with the Municipality of Syros-Ermoupoli to establish new connections to Syros Airport with international destinations and promote tourism on the island. Through its subsidiary company and brand, Zela Jet, Zela Aviation will promote and attract more private aircraft executive and helicopter flights to the island in 2025. Zela Aviation will be taking the first of many steps to increase passenger traffic at Syros Airport in collaboration with Syros-Ermoupoli’s Deputy Mayor of Tourism, Mrs Christianna Papitsis.

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Inflite The Jet Centre’s Ben Newman Receives BBGA's ‘Excellence in Aviation Next Generation’ Award

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Inflite The Jet Centre’s Ben Newman Receives BBGA's ‘Excellence in Aviation Next Generation’ Award

Emphasizing the importance of attracting young people into aviation, The British Business General Aviation Association (BBGA) was pleased to announce Ben Newman, Group Business Development Manager at Inflite, The Jet Centre, as the recipient of its 2024 Excellence in Aviation – Next Generation award. This category recognizes the achievements of outstanding next-gen professionals who have made a significant impact in their business aviation roles.

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Jet Aviation Dubai Appointed Authorized Satellite Service Center for Pilatus PC-24

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Jet Aviation Dubai Appointed Authorized Satellite Service Center for Pilatus PC-24

Jet Aviation announced that its MRO facility at Dubai DXB has been appointed an authorized warranty and Crystal care service provider for the Pilatus PC-24 super-versatile Jet. The facility has been a Pilatus PC-12 Service Center since 2022.

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Zenon Returns to MEBAA 2024

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Zenon Returns to MEBAA 2024

Global aviation recruitment specialist Zenon returns to the Middle East Business Aviation Association (MEBAA) Show (Booth 795) as the region ramps up after a few slow years. Zenon highlights an influx of start-up companies in the UAE, and especially in Saudi Arabia, requiring a raft of qualified personnel - post-holder roles and engineers, the latter for short and long-term contract work. Zenon, which facilitates permanent and contract positions, has seen the number of roles available in the region increase 24% since January this year.

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VOO Flights Partners with Insignia and Launches the World’s First GDS for Business Aviation

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VOO Flights Partners with Insignia and Launches the World’s First GDS for Business Aviation

VOO Flights, an innovative digital B2B marketplace for instant booking of business aviation charter flights, launched its new API connection – the interface for “tech brokers” and the world’s first global distribution system GDS for business aviation, developed and launched in collaboration with Insignia.

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NBAA Joins International Aviation Community in Celebrating ICAO’s 80th Anniversary

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) celebrates the 80th anniversary of the signing of an agreement establishing the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), the United Nations agency that regulates international air navigation and promotes the safe development of global aviation standards.

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Global Jet Announces Participation at MEBAA 2024

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Global Jet Announces Participation at MEBAA 2024

A trusted brand for 24 years, Global Jet manages more than 69 aircraft for private and commercial operation for HNWIs and private corporations around the globe. In addition to being one of the largest operators worldwide, they have one of the most diverse fleets, with over 35 different aircraft types, including 35 available for charter.

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NBAA Marks the Passing of Aviation Safety Stalwart Nicholas Sabatini

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) today marked the passing of aviation safety advocate and former FAA Associate Administrator for Aviation Safety Nicholas “Nick” Sabatini, an influential leader at the FAA and mentor to many in the agency and industry

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Travel Guide: Argentina

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Travel Guide: Argentina

The hum of the holidays falls silent as January starts the clock on a new year. Between the cold air and low light, if you’re settled in the northern hemisphere, it’s the perfect excuse to cross the equator for brighter skies, warmer temperatures, and outdoor activities. For this southern hemisphere summer excursion, Argentina has moments of awe to offer every member of your travel group.

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Group Charter Air Travel: Flying Together

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Group Charter Air Travel: Flying Together

In the aviation industry, group charter typically refers to a flight with 20 or more people – too many to fit on most business jets. Who is riding in those planes? Movie and TV productions, sports teams, music groups and humanitarian organizations, among many others, including the White House press corps. They’re typically looking to fly at times and to places that can be tricky to mesh with “scheduled service” air travel – i.e., commercial airlines traveling at set times from set places.

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Neil Harvey Receives BBGA 2024 Contribution to Industry Award

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Neil Harvey Receives BBGA 2024 Contribution to Industry Award

The British Business and General Aviation Association is pleased to recognize Neil Harvey, a renowned and popular industry leader in business aviation, for its 2024 Contribution to Industry award. Neil, Director of Executive Aviation at award-winning charter brokerage Hunt & Palmer, marked 30 years at the company this year. He has introduced many newcomers into the often-complex world of on-demand aviation and earned respect and friendship from industry peers around the world.

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Hunt and Palmer is The Air Charter Association's Charter Operators' Broker of the Year

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Hunt and Palmer is The Air Charter Association's Charter Operators' Broker of the Year

Hunt & Palmer was awarded Charter Operators’ Broker of the Year for the second time at The Air Charter Association’s annual awards, held on November 21st. The award, first introduced in 2022, recognizes the value the brokerage community delivers in facilitating executive, commercial and cargo air charters.

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Charter Spotlight: North American Air Charter

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Charter Spotlight: North American Air Charter

Air Charter Guide recently spoke to Ehsan Naranji, owner, North American Air Charter. Since its inception in 1990, North American has offered superior service, continuously adjusting their in-flight services to meet each client’s individual needs.

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