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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engineer using equipment
Sep 27, 2017 - 4:23 PM
The company is in negotiations for the addition of up to nine new projects that could come to fruition this year.
FlightSafety International (Booth N5116) has announced several new training initiatives.
Sep 27, 2017 - 3:51 PM
In addition to new training initiatives, FlightSafety is boosting access to those programs.
Sep 27, 2017 - 3:44 PM
Cool Paint Schemes On Display At NBAA
Sep 27, 2017 - 1:57 PM
The S-Tec 5000 will offer owners of Part 25 jets a new option for retrofitting a modern digital autopilot with envelope-protection features.
Service specialist pushing button on machinery
Sep 27, 2017 - 12:31 PM
The company is seeing a need for such services in most areas, but particularly in projects involving new technologies.
Sep 27, 2017 - 12:11 PM
Carbon-fiber propellers among the company's innovation.
tablet screen showing apps
Sep 27, 2017 - 11:16 AM
The acquisition of B/E Aerospace added many new capabilities to the Rockwell Collins cabin interior offerings.
A rare co-op project involving three companies has yielded this touchscreen-equipped Challenger 604.
Sep 27, 2017 - 9:32 AM
The avionics suite upgrade of the Challenger 604 represents a unique collaboration between Nextant Aerospace, Bombardier and Rockwell Collins.
Sep 26, 2017 - 1:37 PM
The market remains tenuous, be Mesinger sees aircraft values slowly returning to a sustainable rate.
Business aircraft
Sep 26, 2017 - 10:41 AM
The latest study, sponsored by NBAA and GAMA, noted business aviation use is a hallmark of well-managed and profitable American companies.