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Stratolaunch Tests the World’s Largest Plane
In April of 2022, Stratolaunch conducted low-speed taxi tests with Roc. Following this successful test, the company then tested the carrier aircraft in flight the…
What Factors Can Impact Your Aviation Insurance Premiums?
Whether you own your own aircraft or operate one, you’ll need to have aviation insurance. How much your insurance costs depends on a variety of…
Beta Technologies Develops eVTOL Aircraft
Beta Technologies, a Vermont-based company, has been working to develop eVTOL technology for aircraft over the past few years. In March of 2022, Beta, working…
Failed Red Bull Plane Swap Stunt Investigated by FAA
In April, 2022, the energy drink company Red Bull sponsored a stunt called the Red Bull Plane Swap in which two pilots would attempt to…
FAA Strives to Mitigate Noise Impact During Modernization of National Air Traffic Control System
The FAA is in the process of modernizing the national air traffic control system and, while doing so, has found that many of the most…
Airbus Unveils an All-Electric, Remotely Piloted Aircraft
NextGen, a new remotely piloted aircraft, was announced by Airbus in late 2021. This fledgling design aims to fill the market gap of short trips…
Collins Aerospace Introduces Secant Luminous Panel for Aircraft Ceilings
If you own a private jet, chances are you spend a significant number of hours in it each year. This means you want to be…
Honeywell and Wood Set to Launch a Technology to Aid in Making Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Honeywell International Inc and Wood have announced the launch of a technology that will help companies reduce carbon intensity during sustainable aviation fuel production. This…
Aircraft Charters vs. Ownership: Pros and Cons
Private jet ownership isn’t for everyone, and coincidently aircraft charters aren’t either. Picking between the two will come down to your specific needs. If you…
Bombardier Reveals Launch of Certified Pre-Owned Program—Giving Buyers a Like-New Experience
On July 6, 2021, Bombardier announced the launch of the Bombardier Certified Pre-Owned Aircraft Program. The new program provides a like-new buying experience with a…
What You Should Know About Aircraft Renter’s Insurance
Here's what you need to know about aircraft renter's insurance. We cover all the details you should know before renting an aircraft.
Cessna Citation: The True Cost of Aircraft Ownership
Before you begin shopping for a private jet, start by understanding what costs are required beyond the initial purchase. This article breaks down the trust…
New Report Claims: “Party Time for Bizjets”
Titled “Bizjet Party Time is Now”, a recent report compiled by analysts at investment bank Cowen bears good news for the future of private aviation.…
First Flight of the Falcon 6X
After a stagnant year for new private jet models, aviation enthusiasts were ecstatic at the launch of Dassault Aviation’s Falcon 6X in December last year.…
Wheels Up Goes Public in a $2.1 Billion Deal
Wheels Up, the second largest provider of for-hire private aircraft has announced a final agreement to become publicly traded. Under the terms of the deal,…
2021: Private Jet Key Market Trends
2020. The notorious year of lockdowns, masks, and social distancing. When COVID-19 became an unavoidable reality last year, we watched our world essentially shut down.…