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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Aug 28, 2017 - 8:51 PM
The avionics manufacturer adds to its GoDirect portfolio with a flight-planning application for tablet computers.
InSight
Aug 28, 2017 - 3:47 PM
The new integrated flight deck solution comes with a host of features including Next Generation Synthetic Vision, electronic charts and broadcast weather
Aug 28, 2017 - 3:22 PM
Scott Group Carpet's new Aerial collection was inspired by the earth’s landscape from the view of an aircraft.
Wheels Up King Air 350i
Aug 24, 2017 - 11:12 AM
Plans are to go public in the next 12 to 24 months.
Aug 24, 2017 - 11:08 AM
Among the general session presenters are NTSB chairman Robert Sumwalt and FBI senior industrial/organizational psychologist Amy Grubb.
Alpha chock
Aug 24, 2017 - 9:52 AM
Alphachocks inventors has devised a simpler, more sensibile aircraft wheel chocking system.
While not much is known about Dassault’s newest aircraft, its fuselage cross-section may be based on that of the Falcon 5X.
Aug 22, 2017 - 11:36 AM
The center will host competitions and offer internships as it studies new technologies for private aviation.
Aug 17, 2017 - 4:53 PM
The software-as-a-service provider will demonstrate its latest product at NBAA's annual convention and exhibition.
A “Havana Dreams” session will be held from 3 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, in Room N245/246/247.
Aug 15, 2017 - 12:31 PM
Universal Weather and Aviation has noted a drop off in private flights to Cuba in recent months.
At this year’s convention, as in years past, NBAA is offering numerous professional development courses for those who wish to take on flight department management.
Aug 11, 2017 - 4:00 PM
NBAA show attendees can add to their knowledge with PDP courses on emergency planning, IS-BAO flight operations and management fundamentals.