Business Aviation

News and issues relating to business, corporate and private aviation, primarily regarding turbine-engine-powered airplanes and helicopters. Subjects include aircraft, engines, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security and training.

Todd Anderson, Sheltair Aviation COO, National Air Transportation Association board vice chair
Nov 8, 2022 - 12:16 PM
Todd Anderson is bringing 40 years of leadership experience, including as COO of Sheltair Aviation, to his vice-chair role at NATA.
HondaJet Elite II in flight at sunset
Nov 8, 2022 - 12:15 PM
Just weeks after its reveal, the HondaJet Elite II light jet has received approval from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration.
Tony Kern of Convergent Performance on stage at Bombardier Safety Standdown 2022
Nov 8, 2022 - 11:40 AM
About 450 industry professionals were in attendance for the first day of Bombardier's 26th Safety Standdown.
Hawker 800XP with damage in hangar
Nov 8, 2022 - 10:38 AM
According to the NTSB, the crew's delayed decision to go-around caused a hard landing that substantially damaged the airplane and injured the copilot.
Derek Morgan, acting deputy executive director for the FAA's aircraft certification office
Nov 7, 2022 - 5:00 PM
Nearly 400 people are expected to attend Bombardier's three-day safety conference, which kicks off today in Wichita.
Headshot of Herbert H. Ward
Nov 7, 2022 - 3:38 PM
Herbert H. Ward had a successful career in aviation spanning nearly 70 years in production, interior, and completions.
 Inclusion Panel speakers at the NGPA Aviation Inclusion Summit (Photo: NGPA)
Nov 7, 2022 - 12:46 PM
The NGPA Aviation Inclusion Summit drew 125 attendees and speakers, including acting FAA Administrator Billy Nolen.
Embraer Phenom 300E on tarmac outside Embraer hangar
Nov 7, 2022 - 11:34 AM
Embraer's year-to-date aircraft deliveries lag from a year ago, but but fourth-quarter shipments will push the total above those for full-year 2021.
Gulfstream G700 parked at airport
Nov 7, 2022 - 10:54 AM
The G700 also set a new city-pair speed record from Istanbul to Von Don International Airport in Quảng Ninh Province.
Flyjet dashboard on Macbook
Nov 7, 2022 - 10:23 AM
Flyjets claims travelers can save up to 50 percent on empty-leg flights with an upgraded app.