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 - 11:15 AM
It’s a Buyer’s Market, Say NARA Brokers
The state of the business aircraft market worldwide is challenging, but the U.S. seems to be bucking the trend as buyers take advantage of bargains.
Nov 2, 2016 - 11:10 AM
World Fuel Services Expands Reach
World Fuel Services has teamed up with three new U.S. FBOs and, through its Air Elite Network, Deer Jet’s eight Chinese FBOs.
Nov 2, 2016 - 11:04 AM
Gulfstream G500 with Full Production Interior Debuts at 2016 NBAA Show
Nov 2, 2016 - 11:00 AM
Innova Starts Sales for Citation V/Ultra Re-engine Program
When it comes to power, nothing is better than getting more range and more power for less fuel.
Nov 2, 2016 - 11:00 AM
Sheltair Now Taking New Hangar Reservations
The service provider chain will be opening a slew of new hangars at several locations.
Nov 2, 2016 - 11:00 AM
ASI To Add Dallas Location
The facility will have same capabilities as its Omaha base
Nov 2, 2016 - 10:48 AM
ArincDirect Adds SmartNotam Service
The company is also streamlining its app.
With a selection of new speed records to its credit, the HondaJet is now represented by dealers covering potential new markets. SYI Aviation in Panama City, Panama, is expected to expand Honda Aircraft’s presence in the middle Americas.
Nov 2, 2016 - 10:41 AM
Honda Aircraft Expands Sales Reach, Sets Records
The company appointed SYI to represent the HondaJet in the Middle Americas.
Nov 2, 2016 - 10:30 AM
Airbus Helicopters Brings Pair of Singles to NBAA 2016
"Both the H130 and the H125 are outstanding aircraft for business owners and executives,” it said.
Nov 2, 2016 - 10:30 AM
Cobham Displays Avionics Antennae and Test Solutions
British global technology company Cobham brings problem-solving equipment to this year’s NBAA show.