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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, Wheels Up will merge with Aspirational Consumer Lifestyle Corp, a special purpose acquisition company. The deal values Wheels Up at over $2 billion, which is more than twice the company’s …

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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. Every aspect of daily life changed as thriving businesses, restaurants, universities, schools, and movie theatres all closed to curb the spread. Inevitably, the global pandemic has changed private aviation in …

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4AIR is the first private aviation participant in the International Air Travel Association, also known as the IATA. Earlier this year, 4AIR decided to trade on the IATA’S Aviation Carbon Exchange, confirming their position as a global leader in eco-friendly aviation. The transaction was made with ClimeCo Corp, an environmental commodity company. 4AIR purchased 15,000 …

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While February is known for roses and chocolate, last month brought some disappointing news. Aviation enthusiasts bereave the end of a 60-year legacy: Bombardier’s decision to stop producing the iconic Learjet 75 Liberty by the end of 2021. Learjet’s impact on pop culture A favorite amongst pilots, the Learjet boasts a high speed and broad …

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Eviation is introducing Alice, an all-electric multiengine airplane currently working toward FAA certification. It is targeting the regional airline market.

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We’re honored to be named in the Seminole 100 again this year among many other distinguished FSU Alumni. It’s always a pleasure to be back on campus and visiting the Jim Moran Institute again. Click here to view all of the honorees. View more photos from the event below About the Jim Moran and the …

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AVION Insurance is honored to have been named the 74th fastest growing company owned by an FSU alum at the recent Seminole 100 event. Scott, the President and CEO of AVION Insurance, attended the event to accept the award. He graduated from Florida State University in 1995 with a B.S. in Risk Management and Insurance. …

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The Japanese automobile company has officially made their entrance into the aviation industry with the production of their Honda HA-420 HondaJet. The aircraft is being produced and sold by the Honda Aircraft Company, a subsidiary, but a completely separate entity from the Honda Motor Company. Honda Aircraft Company was founded in 2006, but Honda has …

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