The Weekly of Business Aviation

By Michael Bruno
Airware, a startup working on cloud software to manage drone operations and data, and a darling of the UAV-oriented start-up scene, reportedly has closed its doors.
Business Aviation

By Michael Bruno
A belabored spinoff of Rockwell Collins’ actuators, pilot controls and special products business to Safran has held up the consummation of Rockwell’s buyout by United Technologies, the chief executive of the latter told analysts recently.
Business Aviation

Wipaire has received FAA approval to increase the Cessna Grand Caravan’s gross weight to 9,187 lbs. on Wipair’s Wipline 8750 floats.

Nextant Aerospace has received a new Supplemental Type Certificate for the installation of Gogo Avance L5 on Embraer Phenom 300 business jets.

AIRBUS HELICOPTERS [Docket No. FAA-2018-0613; Product Identifier 2018-SW-041-AD; Amendment 39-19391; AD 2018-18-12]

Sheltair Aviation has entered into a long-term lease agreement with Jefferson County, Colorado, to build and operate a full-service fixed-base operation and hangar complex at the Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport.

Samson Sky, maker of the Switchblade flying car, has received its 800th reservation for the flying sports car, it reports.

Gulfstream Aerospace has delivered a special mission G550 aircraft to the U.S. Navy.

Satcom Direct is the newest manufacturer and service provider for Iridium Cetus aviation products and will provide the service direct to the business aviation community, Iridium Communications said.

Signature Flight Support has completed the renovation of its Las Vegas fixed base operation at McCarran International Airport.

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Cameron Gowans has been named base president of Jet Linx Chicago. Most recently, Gowans served as vice president of sales and marketing with JetSuite.

By Molly McMillin
Flexjet posted a 17% increase in fractional and lease sales during the first half of 2018 compared to a year ago, the company said, while new business expanded 76%.

By Molly McMillin
Gary Dempsey has been named president of the National Air Transportation Association, succeeding Martin (Marty) Hiller, who assumed the role in 2016.

By Molly McMillin
Gary Dempsey has been named president of the National Air Transportation Association, succeeding Martin (Marty) Hiller, who assumed the role in 2016.
Business Aviation

By Adrian Schofield
Aerospace giant Singapore Technologies Engineering (ST Engineering) has struck a deal to acquire U.S.-based nacelle manufacturer MRA Systems from General Electric.
Business Aviation

By Molly McMillin
Shaesta Waiz, founder of Dreams Soar, was born in an Afghan refugee camp.
Business Aviation

By Molly McMillin
Growing up, Roxanne Howell, vice president of Textron Aviation’s North American Service Centers, had no idea the breadth of career choices and opportunities available in the aviation industry.
Business Aviation

By Graham Warwick
NASA plans to brief industry Nov. 1-2 on the first of its planned “Grand Challenges” to promote public confidence in the safety of urban air mobility (UAM).
Business Aviation

By Bill Carey
The FAA has issued updated guidance advising U.S. aircraft operators to exercise caution when flying in or near the Tehran Flight Information Region.
Business Aviation

By Kirby Harrison
Argus International has announced the launch of its Second in Command (SIC) Gateway Program, a data-driven approach to pilot training to enhance safety and performance.
Business Aviation

By Molly McMillin
Mente Group has added a new talent management division to address shortages of pilots, mechanics and other personnel in business aviation.
Business Aviation

By Guy Norris
JETcopter, the European-based developer of a proposed novel vertical-takeoff and landing (VTOL) urban air taxi concept, is seeking additional international engineering and production partners as it begins assembly of a full-scale mockup which will be displayed next April at AERO 2019 in Friedrichshafen, Germany.
Business Aviation

By Molly McMillin
VistaJet founder Thomas Flohr is launching Vista Global Holding to consolidate its aviation businesses and position it for further future acquisitions, the company said.
Business Aviation

By Bill Carey
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has certified the Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion avionics upgrade for Pro Line II-equipped King Air B200 and B300 series turboprops, the avionics manufacturer announced on Sept. 10.
Business Aviation