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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Sep 29, 2017 - 9:05 AM
NBAA has planned multiple channels to enable the bizav community to contact lawmakers, while a showdown is looming on Capitol Hill
Sep 28, 2017 - 10:47 PM
VendorLinx promises to streamline the invoicing process for both flight departments and fuel vendors.
Sep 28, 2017 - 5:02 PM
Canadian completions and MRO specialist is investing heavily in upgrading its facility at St Louis Airport.
view from aircraft of aviation park
Sep 28, 2017 - 3:47 PM
The Cayman Islands is rolling out the new Cayman Maritime and Aviation Services Park, extending special economic zone benefits to aviation businesses.
Sep 28, 2017 - 2:26 PM
Breathe easy with Shaw Aerox's high-duration supplemental oxygen products.
SD LTE Hub
Sep 28, 2017 - 1:59 PM
Router will have the smallest form factor on the market while still supporting the latest cellular, Wi-Fi and satellite technology.
Sep 28, 2017 - 10:58 AM
Luxury aircraft services company has created a custom window design to cut costs and improve lighting.
man and woman in front of computer screen
Sep 28, 2017 - 8:53 AM
Started from modest roots in 1985 by Joan Sullivan Garrett, company now has 350 employees and global offices.
seaplane in water with pilot and woman walking on floats
Sep 27, 2017 - 5:54 PM
Quest has repositioned the Kodiak in the market as not just a versatile utility tool but also as “the bridge between helicopter and business jet."
man leaning on suitcase with company logo
Sep 27, 2017 - 4:27 PM
A year after launch in Orlando, Avinode payments subsidiary PayNode has signed up WorldFirst to provide it with a wire payments solution.