Sun Air Jets Team Completes Gulfstream's FBO Ground Handling & Servicing Training

Sun Air Jets is proud to announce that the entirety of the company’s FBO line service technicians have completed Gulfstream Aerospace’s FBO Ground Handling and Servicing Training.  Gulfstream says the program is “tailored for line service technicians,” and is “designed to improve dispatch reliability and increase safety for Gulfstream aircraft and the people who support them.”

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How American Flight Support Gained Marketing Benefits from the AC-U-KWIK Website

In today's fast-paced world of aviation, staying ahead of the competition is paramount. For American Flight Support, a company dedicated to providing essential services to the aviation industry, achieving a competitive edge means effectively marketing its services to a global audience. One invaluable tool that has helped them in this endeavor is the AC-U-KWIK website.

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FCG OPS partners with International Flight Operations Academy (IFOA)

FCG OPS partners with International Flight Operations Academy (IFOA)

FCG OPS continues its partnership with the International Flight Operations Academy (IFOA), which provides access to world-class quality training and professional development services for aviation organizations and individuals eager to enhance their careers in different air transport industry sectors. A unique Flight Dispatch Double Certification program will be held from the 6th to the 23rd of November in FCG OPS premises in Riga, Latvia.

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Significant Growth in Activity for Geneva Airpark

Significant Growth in Activity for Geneva Airpark

Between January and the end of September 2023, Geneva Airpark, based at LSGG, welcomed 121 aircraft under the Daily formula, 16 more than in 2022. The last time the infrastructure recorded a similar figure was back in 2015 for the whole year. Overall, for the year 2023 as a whole, Geneva Airpark anticipates an increase of 43% in Daily packages compared with the previous year.

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World Fuel Services Delivers Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to Three Las Vegas Airports During NBAA-BACE 2023

World Fuel Services Delivers Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to Three Las Vegas Airports During NBAA-BACE 2023

World Fuel Services (World Fuel) is delivering Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to Las Vegas Valley airports, including Henderson Executive Airport (KHND) – the host airport for this year’s National Business Association’s Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE), North Las Vegas Airport (KVGT), and Atlantic Aviation at Harry Reid International Airport (KLAS). These deliveries provide NBAA-BACE 2023 attendees access to the currently limited supply of SAF. Increasing the accessibility of renewable fuels like SAF worldwide is a key tenet of World Fuel’s mission to enable its customers and partners to decarbonize their operations.

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American Flight Support: A Pillar of the Aviation Industry

American Flight Support: A Pillar of the Aviation Industry

In the intricate world of aviation, seamless coordination, impeccable service, and unwavering attention to detail are paramount for efficient operations. American Flight Support stands as a bastion of these principles, playing a critical role in the aviation industry. Offering comprehensive services including flight planning, ground handling, ground transportation, catering, fuel arrangement, and more, the company exemplifies how centralized, dedicated support can significantly elevate the aviation industry's functionality.

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Sheltair Cements Its Commitment to Future Aviators with Network-Wide Girls in Aviation Day Events

Sheltair Cements Its Commitment to Future Aviators with Network-Wide Girls in Aviation Day Events

Sheltair teamed up with Women in Aviation International (WAI) to celebrate Girls in Aviation Day (GIAD on Saturday, September 23rd. Sheltair hosted over 3,000 next-generation aviators at KFLL, KDAB, KTPA, KECP, KSAV, KOCF, and KJAX, while others in their network partnered with NASA, ACE, and other local WIA chapters to represent Sheltair, sharing the world of aviation with over twice as many attendees as last year.

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Sheltair Completes Tampa (KTPA) Hangar Expansion

Sheltair Completes Tampa (KTPA) Hangar Expansion

Sheltair Aviation, a leading aviation services company, completed construction on a new hangar and office facility at its award-winning Tampa, Florida, (KTPA) FBO location. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was recently held to commemorate the hangar's grand opening. The $26-million project took approximately 18 months to construct four hangars with attached office space and covered parking.

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Geneva Airpark: Optimized Services and Energy Savings

Geneva Airpark: Optimized Services and Energy Savings

Geneva Airpark’s latest major investment is the renovation of its hangar lighting system, which was completed in July 2023. Covering a total surface area of 10,000 sq meters, the lighting, comprising 153 main lights and 138 emergency lights, is now 100% LED. It is equipped with a control system to adjust the light intensity according to the needs of the activity and the brightness outside.

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Signature Aviation Opens Newly Renovated Facility in Bedford, MA (KBED)

Signature Aviation Opens Newly Renovated Facility in Bedford, MA (KBED)

Signature Aviation, the world’s largest private aviation terminal operator, announced the opening of its renovated private aviation facility at L.G. Hanscom Field (KBED) in Massachusetts. The opening marks the latest milestone in Signature Aviation’s commitment to providing elevated experiences throughout its network while solidifying its long-term partnership with the region’s largest general aviation airport.

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Sustainability at American Flight Support

Sustainability at American Flight Support

American Flight Support recognizes its crucial role in creating a sustainable future for aviation and the planet. The team at American Flight Support is actively engaged in implementing and promoting environmentally friendly practices, ensuring that sustainability isn't just a buzzword but a core value.

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Arrow Energy Boasts Powerful Dynamic as a Phillips 66 Aviation Fuel Marketer

Arrow Energy Boasts Powerful Dynamic as a Phillips 66 Aviation Fuel Marketer

Craig Faiman entered the aviation industry in 1977 working at the Ann Arbor Municipal Airport pumping fuel part-time during high school. Over a decade later, Faiman left the airport and opened Arrow Energy—a Phillips 66 fuel marketer located in Saline, Michigan— in 1989. Since the company’s inception, Arrow Energy has been a Phillips 66 marketer which Faiman says is critical to the Arrow Energy business and name. 

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Sheltair and Departments of Homeland Security and Transportation Partner to Stop Human Trafficking

Sheltair and Departments of Homeland Security and Transportation Partner to Stop Human Trafficking

In an effort to protect those within its communities and beyond its borders, Sheltair has partnered with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the U.S. Department of Transportation on its joint Blue Lightning Initiative (BLI) aimed to end human trafficking.

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VVIP Flight Announces Unmatched Ground Handling Services for G20 Summit in New Delhi

VVIP Flight, the premier ground handling service provider at Delhi Airport (VIDP airport), is pleased to announce its readiness to deliver impeccable services during the G20 Summit on September 9-10, 2023 in New Delhi, India. Under the Indian Presidency, this significant event will revolve around the theme 'One Earth, One Family, One Future,' focusing on the intrinsic value of all life forms and their interconnection on our planet.

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American Flight Support: A Reliable Partner in Aviation Services

American Flight Support: A Reliable Partner in Aviation Services

In the dynamic and fast-paced world of aviation, reliable and efficient ground support services are crucial for ensuring safe and smooth operations. Among the leading providers in the industry, American Flight Support (AFS) stands out as a trusted partner offering a comprehensive range of services tailored to meet the diverse needs of airlines, corporate flight departments, and private aircraft owners.

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World Fuel Services Welcomes Four New Locations to FBO Networks

World Fuel Services Welcomes Four New Locations to FBO Networks

World Fuel Services (World Fuel) expands its global strength with the addition of four new network locations. Aircraft Specialists Jet Center at Gwinnett County Airport is joining the World Fuel Network. Skyservice FBO in Vancouver, Galaxy FBO in Addison and Chartright Air Group in Kitchener-Waterloo are joining the Air Elite by World Fuel (Air Elite) Network.

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NAYLAM is Becoming One of Saudi Arabia's Most Entrusted Airport Transfer Services

NAYLAM is Becoming One of Saudi Arabia's Most Entrusted Airport Transfer Services

In January 2021, NAYLAM was launched to supply the underserved chauffeur service sector in Saudi Arabia. In just two and a half years, the luxury transportation start-up has amassed an active client base of 50,000 customers and surpassed a total travel distance of 1 million kilometers within Saudi Arabia.

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Garmin Announces GI 275 Electronic Flight Instrument Certification for Bell 407 and Robinson R66 Helicopters

Garmin Announces GI 275 Electronic Flight Instrument Certification for Bell 407 and Robinson R66 Helicopters

Garmin has announced Supplemental Type Certification (STC) by the FAA for the GI 275 electronic flight instrument in Bell 407 and Robinson R66 helicopters. The GI 275 is a scalable, cost-conscious approach to an avionics upgrade that is a direct replacement for a variety of legacy primary flight instruments in the cockpit, including the primary attitude indicator, course deviation indicator (CDI), horizontal situation indicator (HSI), or the multi-function display (MFD).

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