NBAA Convention News 2016

Nov 2, 2016 - 7:30 PM
At NBAA 2016, Carville and Matalin Call the U.S. Election
Power pundit couple return to NBAA for their quadrennial presidential prognostication.

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Nov 2, 2016 - 1:30 PM
Rolls-Royce Expands Service Network With CorporateCare Growth
Duncan Aviation, Embraer and ExecuJet are expanding their roles in the Rolls-Royce engine support network
Nov 2, 2016 - 1:25 PM
Pilatus PC-24 Flies in for NBAA 2016
More details are also emerging about the $8.9 million light twinjet's certification path.
Leading into the NBAA show, Bombardier had “aggressive” marketing plans for its Learjet 75, as the company pondered whether the Learjet unit fit in with its long-term plans. Photo: Mark Wagner
Nov 2, 2016 - 11:37 AM
Bombardier Wrestles With Learjet Future
Bombardier wrestles with Learjet future
Nov 2, 2016 - 8:50 AM
Bombardier Readies Global 7000 for Flight
Safety of flight tests are complete and taxi tests have begun.
Nov 1, 2016 - 3:00 PM
Jeppesen Updates Charts; Offers Dispatcher Training
eppesen is promoting a pair of new initiatives here at the NBAA show. First, the Boeing subsidiary has enhanced its standard instrument departure (SID)
Nov 1, 2016 - 1:30 PM
Comlux Boosts Charter Reach With OneAbove Team
OneAbove will market charter capacity for Fly Comlux and other operators
mach 5 bizjet.
Nov 1, 2016 - 12:30 PM
HyperMach at ‘Pivotal Stage’ for Its Mach 5 Bizjet
Slated for service entry in 2028, the company’s newly renamed HyperStar will have a top speed of Mach 5 at 80,000 feet and 7,000-nm range.
Nov 1, 2016 - 9:45 AM
Satcom Direct Buying TrueNorth
The deal is expected to close by year-end.
With an award-winning environmental record in Colorado, West Star Aviation is expanding its Chattanooga, Tenn. facility. A new maintenance hangar and a 41,500-sq-ft paint shop are part of the $20 million expansion.
Nov 1, 2016 - 9:30 AM
West Star Plans Chattanooga Expansion
The project will add another more than 100,000 sq ft of maintenance and paint facilities.
aircraft interior
Nov 1, 2016 - 9:00 AM
Jet Aviation’s Skilled St Louis Team Drives Growth
A broad array of skills is helping Jet Aviation St Louis to diversify beyond MRO and green completions work.
Feb 7, 2017
How Virtual Reality Tools Train Dassault Falcon Aircraft Mechanics

As part of the training to become a qualified mechanic for Dassault’s Falcon business jets, instructors now have a new high-tech tool. Using the original Catia CAD drawings, students can wear virtual reality goggles to explore and disassemble a virtual aircraft mockup with an instructor before working on the actual aircraft.

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Nov 2, 2016 - 7:15 PM
Amstat Report Points To Signs of Market Malaise
Amstat demonstrates new market analysis and aircraft valuation services.
Nov 2, 2016 - 7:12 PM
World Fuel Launches Own Aviation Fuel Brand
To be instituted over the next year, the branding will raise the company’s customer visibility.
Nov 2, 2016 - 7:12 PM
Casebank Showcasing Troubleshooting Software
Installed on G500/ G600; will communicate with P&WC engines
group of women
Nov 2, 2016 - 7:10 PM
Women in Corporate Aviation Awards 15 Scholarships Worth $78K
Disbursing $78,000 in training scholarships might not be a record, but it certainly is satisfying work for WCA volunteers.
Nov 2, 2016 - 7:00 PM
Gary Airport Eyes a Bigger Share of the Bizav Pie
With its latest improvements, Gary/Chicago International Airport looks to grow its Windy City traffic.
Nov 2, 2016 - 7:00 PM
Extant Aerospace Announces New License Agreements
Extant Aerospace is manufacturing new components under three new agreements with GE Aviation.
Nov 2, 2016 - 7:00 PM
Aloft Taps Sundin as New CEO
BBJ Completion and MRO specialist also redelivers three BBJs following inspections and will get STC for ADS-B OUT.
Nov 2, 2016 - 7:00 PM
Safe Flight Auto Throttle Is Standard on Legacy 650E
AutoPower throttle system reduces pilot workload.
Nov 2, 2016 - 7:00 PM
Long-serving Rolls-Royce Veterans Take a Bow
Engine maker Rolls-Royce takes pride in the commitment of its many long-serving employees.
Nov 2, 2016 - 7:00 PM
CJ3 Fusion Upgrade Nearing Certification
The program swaps out Pro Line 21 avionics on CJ3 jets with the new Fusion cockpit.