Proposed BizAv TSA Regulation Changes Met with Backlash
Some of the latest news from Washington is about recently revised security guidelines for private aircraft weighing more than 12,500 lbs (roughly the size of a Beechcraft King Air 250 turboprop): The...
View ArticleTop 4 Destinations for Easter Travel
Whether you enjoy the Easter holiday for its religious significance or simply for the eggs and bunnies, there are plenty of fun places to celebrate this iconic springtime holiday. Try one of these...
View ArticleFlying Private Gets More Flexible
It used to be that the only alternative to flying commercially was to pay millions to purchase your own private jet. Now, there are more options and some innovative new ventures that make it easier for...
View ArticleThe Preowned Business Jet Market Stages a Comeback
Good news for aircraft owners who are looking to sell: JETNET’s year-end market report indicates that the inventory of preowned business jets for sale was down by almost 1% in 2013. In fact, 2013...
View Article“Empty Leg” Flights Won’t Replace Private Jet Ownership
There’s been a lot of noise in the private aviation industry about recent trends making private jet flight more flexible. Private jet clubs are springing up everywhere and have been growing in...
View ArticleIs It Better to Finance an Aircraft Purchase or Pay Cash?
Interest rates are low, but if you have the cash, does it make more sense to invest it in an aircraft purchase? Cash vs. loan vs. lease If you take a closer look at the current state of aircraft...
View ArticleSpice Up Mother’s Day Brunch with Travel
Very few meals come with the same level of leisurely indulgence as brunch — that’s probably why it’s a popular choice for Mother’s Day. Unlike the typical grab-and-run meal we’re used to on the...
View ArticleAn Aircraft Upgrade That’ll Actually Save You Money
Are fuel prices weighing down your jet? Does your aircraft need to shave off a few pounds? Composites — fiber-reinforced polymers made of glass fiber or carbon fiber and fabricated using a heat or...
View ArticleCut Fuel Costs with these Fuel-Efficient Jets
According to Stefano Boscutti, the price per gallon for private jet fuel has quadrupled in the past eight years. While the impact on your wallet depends on your model, with many jets you’re paying for...
View ArticleNeed Travel Activities? Go Under the Sea
Planning a trip to China any time soon? If so, you have great timing: A full three years after construction began, the world’s largest aquarium has opened on Hengqin Island near Macao, in China’s...
View ArticleFAA Hangar Policy Changes: An Overview
CORPORATE JET INSIDER The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) released changes to its existing policy regarding the non-aeronautical use of aviation facilities June 15. Specifically, the policy...
View ArticleBoeing Business Jets: Commercial Quality, Private Luxury
CORPORATE JET INSIDER If you’re in the market for a business-class private jet, the Boeing Business Jet (BBJ) has a lot to offer. According to Boeing, the BBJ design is based on the Boeing 737, the...
View ArticleTake a Look at the Aviation Forecast
CORPORATE JET INSIDER In the June issue of Professional Pilot, Bob Rockwood compared predictions he made in 2014 to the current state of the market, using his specially designed predictions index....
View ArticleAirbus H135: Combine Safety and Maneuverability for a Smooth Ride
CORPORATE JET INSIDER The Airbus H135, an update to the EC135 P2E name, is favored by members of law enforcement and emergency medical services companies because of its smooth ride and built-in safety...
View ArticlePilots Fly Solar Impulse 2 Around the World, Break Ground for Innovation
CORPORATE JET INSIDER Image source: Solar Impulse 25,000 miles. No fuel. 15 months. The first solar-powered flight around the world in the Solar Impulse 2 is being hailed as an “innovation in...
View ArticleGet Your Hands on a Luxury Workhorse: The Hawker Beechcraft 4000
CORPORATE JET INSIDER The Hawker Beechcraft 4000 is one of the top super-midsize business jets available in terms of comfort and versatility. According to a Flying magazine article, the Hawker 4000...
View ArticleDelta Disruption Nightmare Reverberates Through the Industry
CORPORATE JET INSIDER Aug. 9, 2016, was the beginning of a Delta Airlines nightmare that might not be completely over yet. During the overnight hours, a small fire created a power outage that led to...
View ArticleUS-Mexico Modernization Agreement One Step Closer to Globalization
CORPORATE JET INSIDER The U.S.-Mexico Air Transport Agreement went into effect in January 2016. This agreement removed many of the restrictions that prevented more than a certain number of airlines...
View ArticleSmall Changes Could Mean Big Noise Reduction at London Heathrow Airport
CORPORATE JET INSIDER Decision-makers at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are serious about reducing noise. In “Heathrow’s Blueprint for noise reduction,” released Aug. 17, airport planners outlined a...
View ArticleNew FAA Chart User’s Guide Goes Digital
CORPORATE JET INSIDER Source: Federal Aviation Administration The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Aeronautical Chart User’s Guide is a means of helping students and pilots understand FAA charts...
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