NBAA Convention News 2017

Oct 11, 2017 - 4:55 PM
Astronaut twins Scott and Mark Kelly closed the session by sharing personal experiences and applying the lessons they learned to the bizav industry.
With some 800 test flights completed, Safran’s Silvercrest engine now faces scrutiny following compressor problems discovered during high-altitude operations. PHOTO MARIANO ROSALES
Oct 11, 2017 - 2:27 PM
The Safran Aircraft Engines Silvercrest developed a new problem during the flight testing, which will delay the Falcon 5X program.
Honda Aircraft founding president and CEO Michimasa Fujino, left, helps hoteliers Kim, center, and Julian MacQueen celebrate the completion of their “Around the World in 80 Stays” tour. The couple circumnavigated the globe in their new HondaJet. PHOTO: DAVID McINTOSH
Oct 11, 2017 - 1:03 PM
Julian and Kim MacQueen along with Travis Holland visited approximately 30 countries from August to October and set several speed records on specific legs.
Jetex president and CEO Adel Mardini, left, and CFly CEO Francisco Lyra will join forces to develop and operate an FBO at Brazil’s São Paulo Guarulhos Airport. PHOTO: MARIANO ROSALES
Oct 11, 2017 - 12:53 PM
Under the terms of the 15-year lease agreement, Jetex will manage the facility as its third location in Latin America.
Oct 11, 2017 - 8:47 AM
The new ViaSat 5510 satcom terminal is set for installation approval in the first half of 2018.
man at podium
Oct 10, 2017 - 7:35 PM
While frustrated with the new delay to the 5X program, Dassault Aviation is forging ahead with plans for a new business jet and a digital design process.
Oct 10, 2017 - 7:22 PM
Sets target price for new single engine jet at $3.5 million.
Oct 10, 2017 - 7:17 PM
Things definitely could be worse, but for the time being, stability seems to be a good thing.
screen shot of FDS' moving map
Oct 10, 2017 - 5:55 PM
Previously only available as part of its do Capsule IFE platform, the interactive map can now be easily upgraded to personal devices.
man standing at podium
Oct 10, 2017 - 5:15 PM
The Swiss company carries out completions at a facility in Indianapolis.

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Oct 9, 2017 - 3:52 PM
Deal with West Entertainment adds TV, movie options
Oct 9, 2017 - 3:50 PM
System was installed during routine maintenance visit.
Oct 9, 2017 - 3:48 PM
Company aims to be "the Amazon of aircraft parts" and simplify connection between buyers and sellers
Citation Latitude on ramp
Oct 9, 2017 - 3:30 PM
Textron Aviation is set to hand over S/N 104 this quarter and had delivered 81 Latitudes through June.
airplane
Oct 9, 2017 - 3:14 PM
Swiss manufacturer Pilatus is readying for its much-hyped twin jet to receive type certification by the end of December.
Gulfstream’s G600 in the static display area has a maximum range of 6,500 nm at Mach 0.85. PHOTO: BARRY AMBROSE
Oct 9, 2017 - 3:13 PM
Gulfstream has applied for a city-pair record for the G500's flight from London to Las Vegas into an average 32-knot headwind.
Oct 9, 2017 - 3:01 PM
Airframer showcases cabins of G650ER, G500 and G600 at Henderson Executive Airport
Man speaking at podium
Oct 9, 2017 - 3:00 PM
Airbus Corporate Jets says it has sold a ninth ACJ320neo family aircraft.
aircraft tails
Oct 9, 2017 - 2:53 PM
Dassault's NBAA show press conference revealed a new delay for the 5X program, optimism for the business aviation market and improvements to the 8X.
Man speaking
Oct 9, 2017 - 2:52 PM
Fleet expansion will continue with the addition of the company's first Citation Xs.