COVID-19 Point of Impact

The COVID-19 crisis is having a profound impact on every aspect of life in the United States, and business aviation is no exception. Learn how those in the business aviation community are dealing with the challenges presented by this crisis and while striving to protect employees, customers and the businesses themselves.

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CDC Clarifies COVID Testing Procedures for Air Travelers from China Jan. 3, 2023: Effective Jan. 5, 2023, at 12:01 a.m. (EST), all passengers ages 2 and older, originating from China on flights to the U.S., will require proof of a negative COVID-19 test no more than two days prior to their departure from China, Hong Kong or Macau, regardless of nationality or vaccination status.
Hong Kong Opens Door to Overseas Arrivals with New COVID Testing System Oct. 3, 2022: Hong Kong recently announced the “lifting of compulsory quarantine requirement on arrival at Hong Kong.”
Stay Abreast of Canada's Evolving COVID Requirements Aug. 18, 2022: Evolving travel and entry requirements continue to challenge business aircraft operators flying into Canada more than a year after the country reopened to international travelers.
Long COVID May Affect Pilot Health May 18, 2022: Some COVID-19 patients may continue to experience symptoms long after resolution of their initial infection. Fortunately, few pilots have been affected.
Podcast: Pilots & Long COVID May 9, 2022: Even in a post-pandemic reality, COVID-19 continues to present challenges, including “Long COVID,” a condition in which patients experience symptoms after their initial infection is resolved. Pilots should be aware of these symptoms and consult with medical professionals.
The COVID Challenges of International Travel April 21, 2022: Operators flying overseas need to adapt to a fractured system of national and regional rules and regulations to maintain the highest level of safety for passengers and crew.
Flight Crews: How to Comply with U.S. Entry COVID Requirements April 9, 2022: Operators that are resuming international travel will need to know the latest U.S. entry procedures, which have changed dramatically to accommodate attempts to contain the spread of COVID-19 variants.
Podcast: Business Aviation Market Outlook 2022 Jan. 31, 2022: The COVID-19 environment in the second half of 2021 led to sharp increases in business aircraft sales and utilization. Will those conditions continue this year? Hear what four leading industry analysts have to say.
Podcast: Maintaining Mental Fitness in the COVID Era Jan. 18, 2022: it's extremely important for aviation professionals to be open and honest about their mental wellness, especially in the COVID-19 environment, and to remember that there are science-based solutions for aviation professionals to continue their careers after receiving treatment.
Biden Administration Announces Revised COVID-19 Requirements for Entry Into U.S. by Air Oct. 25, 2021: Starting Nov. 8, non-citizen, non-immigrant air travelers to the U.S. will be required to be fully vaccinated, and to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to boarding an airplane, with only limited exceptions.
Podcast: Planning Tech Stops in the COVID Era Sept. 27, 2021: Business aircraft operators flying overseas continue to face virus-related challenges that can vary greatly from country to country. Learn how detailed contingency planning and continuous monitoring of conditions on the ground can help overcome these hurdles.
Reminder: Int’l Passengers Must be Screened for COVID-19 Prior to Returning to U.S. Aug. 12, 2021: NBAA reminds all business aircraft operators traveling internationally that their passengers must be tested for COVID-19 prior to returning to the U.S., in line with a January 2021 order from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
NBAA News Hour: Preparing for a Roaring Return of Business Aviation July 15, 2021: As demand soars for business aviation services, the industry must ensure a smooth and safe transition back to a new normal, said a panel of industry experts in the latest NBAA News Hour Thought Leadership webinar We’re Off to the Races – An Industry Roaring Back, sponsored by Mesinger Jet Sales.
Podcast: Vaccination Policies for Business Aviation May 17, 2021: So far, only a few business aircraft operators have mandated vaccination as a condition of employment. However, others are considering doing so. The question is, can your employer require you to be vaccinated against COVID-19?
U.S. Reinstates NBAA-Backed Visas for Aviation Training, Maintenance Functions April 27, 2021: The U.S. State Department has determined travel by pilots and aircrew to the U.S. for the purposes of training or aircraft pickup, delivery or maintenance will qualify under the national interest exemption, a provision strongly supported by NBAA.
Operating Abroad in the COVID Era April 26, 2021: Today, international flights require more planning and flexibility to ensure a successful trip.
Meeting COVID-19’s International Challenges April 21, 2021: NBAA continues to work diligently to help you stay on top of the array of evolving policies and proposals related to international air travel in this COVID-19 moment.
New CDC Resource Helps Operators Meet Obligations to Verify Passengers’ COVID Status April 15, 2021: The CDC has a new resource to help aircraft operators meet their obligation to verify passengers’ negative COVID-19 test status prior to boarding a flight bound for the U.S.
Flight Attendant Health in the COVID Era April 12, 2021: COVID-19 has made cabin crew members even more focused on protecting their passengers and themselves.
NBAA Welcomes Senate Passage of COVID-Relief Bill March 6, 2021: NBAA applauded the United States Senate passage of the $1.9 trillion COVID-relief package, known as the American Rescue Plan.
In Town Hall, FAA’s Dickson, Bolen Discuss Priorities, During and Beyond COVID-19 March 4, 2021: In a March 3, 2021, Virtual Business Aviation Town Hall, NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen welcomed FAA Administrator Steve Dickson to a discussion that covered a host of pressing issues facing the sector.
Video: In House Testimony, Bolen Details Business Aviation’s Critical COVID-19 Role March 2, 2021: In testimony before the Aviation Subcommittee to the U.S. House of Representatives Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, the NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen said that while thousands of GA businesses saw disruptions due to the pandemic, the industry is resilient.
NBAA: FAA Approves Single-Shot J&J Vaccine for Pilots, Including in BizAv March 1, 2021: The FAA has approved the COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson for use by pilots, air traffic controllers and others with medical clearances. NBAA welcomed the agency’s decision - the latest in a series of initiatives that have helped the industry confront the pandemic.
NBAA Tells Washington Policymakers: Business Aviation Focused on Growth Feb. 25, 2021: As the pandemic continues to challenge the aviation industry, the entire sector has been united, working with Washington policymakers to move beyond the crisis. That was the message NBAA delivered at two Washington, DC events held Feb. 24, 2021.
Aircraft Manufacturers Optimistic for Robust Recovery from Pandemic Downturn Feb. 24, 2021: The General Aviation Manufacturers Association reported a 9.7% decline in airplane shipments in 2020 and a 14.8% drop in total airplane billings, largely due to the pandemic.
NBAA News Hour: Compensation Survey Highlights COVID-Era Hiring Trends Feb. 22, 2021: The Feb. 19, 2021, NBAA NewsHour provided topline findings from the association’s annual Compensation Survey, which reveals that expectations have often been upended for hiring and compensation amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
NBAA News Hour: Planning Essential to Ensure Compliance with CDC’s COVID Testing Rules Feb. 19, 2021: The Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s new COVID testing rules for international flights into the U.S. illustrate the importance of pre-flight planning, industry and medical experts concluded in a recent NBAA News Hour webinar.
NBAA-Supported NOTAM Reinforces CDC Requirements for International Passengers Feb. 10, 2021: The FAA has issued a NOTAM reminding all operators arriving in the United States of the Jan. 26 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention order regarding COVID-19 testing and quarantine requirements for all passengers.
NBAA, Others Urge Action on Payroll Support Assistance to GA Commercial Operators Feb. 8, 2021: NBAA joined with four other aviation associations in urging U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen to help expedite assistance for commercial general aviation and regional air carrier operators under the second phase of the Payroll Support Program.
FAA Denies Further Extensions to COVID-Driven SFAR 118 Feb. 2, 2021: The FAA will not extend relief granted through SFAR 118-2, which will expire on April 30, 2021.
CDC Transportation Mask Mandate Applies to Charter, FBOs Feb. 2, 2021: Passengers on all forms of public transportation into, within or outside of the U.S., including charter operations and at transportation hubs including FBOs, must now wear face masks, according to an order from the CDC order.
Bolen: Innovation Will Drive Industry Forward, Even in Pandemic Moment Jan. 28, 2021: In January 2021, NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen met with three regional groups to discuss the state of business aviation today and share his optimism for the industry’s future.
Bolen Offers 2021 Bizav Outlook on Valuation Firm’s Podcast Jan. 27, 2021: During a podcast with aviation valuation firm Asset Insight, NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen congratulated the business aviation community for its resilience during 2020, and for positioning the industry for growth once pandemic travel restrictions are repealed.
New U.S. Entry Prohibitions Seek to Limit Spread of New COVID-19 Variants Jan. 27, 2021: An executive order prohibits entry of non-U.S. citizens to the U.S. from certain countries or regions in an effort to manage the spread of new COVID-19 variants.
CDC Updates Guidance for Transporting Individuals with COVID‑19, or Virus Exposure Jan. 25, 2021: The CDC has published updated guidance on transporting individuals with COVID-19, or COVID-19 exposure.
Executive Order Seeks Detail in International Travel Planning, Consideration of Quarantine Jan. 25, 2021: New quarantine and COVID-19 testing requirements may be in the works for international travelers, due to an order signed by President Biden, which tasks several government agencies with assessing current requirements and developing new protocols for travelers.
FAA Reviewing Exemption Critical to Economy, COVID-19 Relief Efforts Jan. 19, 2021: AA and a coalition of leading aviation groups are urging the FAA to extend a relief program helping general aviation play a valuable role in bolstering the economy and battling the pandemic.
In AvWeek Webinar, Bolen’s Measured Optimism for 2021 Cites Industry Resiliency, Innovation Jan. 14, 2021: NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen expressed optimism regarding the future of business aviation during a virtual event sponsored by Aviation Week. There are reasons to believe we have opportunity to seize in 2021.
CDC to Require COVID Testing for Flights Into the U.S., Includes Business Aviation Jan. 13, 2021: Starting Jan. 26, all air passengers arriving in the U.S. must be tested no more than three days prior to their departure and must provide proof of the negative result or proof of having recovered from COVID-19 to the aircraft operator.
JetNet iQ: Business Aviation Upswing Expected in Second Half of 2021 Jan. 7, 2021: Pre-owned business aircraft sales through the first 11 months of 2020 were down just 4% over the previous year, according to JetNet’s data, compared to a 25% decrease in new business aircraft deliveries.
Potential Pre-Departure COVID-Testing Requirements Coming for International Arrivals Dec. 31, 2020: NBAA expects that soon pre-departure COVID-19 testing requirements will expand to all U.S. arrivals from international locations, a policy that currently only applies to arrivals from the U.K.
Business Aviation: Always Innovating, Even in a Year Unlike Any Other Dec. 31, 2020: Despite challenges from the COVID-19 pandemic, business aviation continued to innovate and advance throughout 2020, to leverage opportunities in the year to come.
COVID-19 Dominated NBAA’s Headlines in 2020 Dec. 28, 2020: Of the five most-read NBAA articles of the year, four dealt directly with the impact of coronavirus and how business aviation could meet its challenges head on.
FAA Offers New COVID Relief for Part 135 Check Airmen, Extends Other Part 135 Relief Dec. 23, 2020: The FAA has expanded relief available for Part 135 pilot training and qualification, and for certain check airman qualifications due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Pandemic Playbook: Lessons Learned From COVID-19 Dec. 22, 2020: Business aviation continues to prove it can change on the fly, even in the COVID era.
What to Expect at Your Destination Dec. 21, 2020: FBOs have responded to the COVID-19 crisis by introducing new protocols that minimize infection risks.
NBAA Warns Operators: Review NOTAMs Before Flying to UK Due to New COVID Strain Dec. 21, 2020: NBAA says operators should check NOTMs before flying to the UK as several countries have announced restrictions of flights from there following the discovery of a new strand of the coronavirus.
NBAA News Hour: COVID-19 Vaccines and Their Impact on Business Aviation Dec. 20, 2020: The FAA’s orders allowing airmen and air traffic controllers to receive the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines without risk to their medical certificates is a powerful boost for business aviation, but operators must remain continue to employ safety measures to limit the spread of the virus.
NBAA Welcomes FAA Approval for Pilot Access to Moderna's COVID-19 Vaccine Dec. 19, 2020: NBAA commended the FAA for its prompt approval for pilots to use Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine without risk to a medical certificate.
Disinfecting Aircraft Evolves in the COVID Era Dec. 16, 2020: COVID-19 has changed the industry’s goals in aircraft cleaning in efforts to mitigate the easy transmission of the virus.
NBAA Welcomes Prompt FAA Action to Keep Pilots Flying as COVID Vaccines Roll Out Dec. 14, 2020: NBAA welcomed prompt action by FAA Administrator Steve Dickson and acting Federal Air Surgeon Dr. Brett Wyrick to ensure pilots may be vaccinated against COVID-19 without risk to their medical certificate.
FAA Administrator Focuses on Vaccines, Optimistic for Aviation’s Future Dec. 11, 2020: The FAA will evaluate the performance of COVID-19 vaccines approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) before adapting medical certification policies for pilots and airmen, FAA Administrator Steve Dickson said Dec. 11, 2020.
FAA Issues New Dry Ice Handling Guidance as FDA Weighs Emergency Approval for Vaccine Dec. 11, 2020: The FAA has released SAFO 20017 outlining guidance for transportation of COVID-19 vaccines requiring large quantities of dry ice, as an FDA committee voted Dec. 10, to recommend emergency use authorization of a vaccine that must be kept chilled during shipping.
FAA Extends Part 135 COVID-19 Training Exemption One Final Time Dec. 9, 2020: For the final time, the agency has extended exemptions that allow some operators to use alternative methods to conduct required emergency and abnormal procedures during recurrent and upgrade training, checking and evaluation of required crewmembers.
Podcast: Aircraft Catering in the COVID Era Nov. 16, 2020: Two experts say passengers can enjoy inflight meals as long as everyone involved in providing the food takes the necessary measures to make sure that it's safe.fli
NBAA Survey: Many Furloughed by COVID-19 Are Back at Work Nov. 6, 2020: In addition to its annual Compensation Survey, NBAA this year conducted a COVID-impact survey of its members.
How COVID-19 Is Changing Business Aircraft Cabins Oct. 28, 2020: Aircraft manufacturers and interior completions specialists have responded to the COVID-19 crisis by rethinking cabin designs and materials and developing various ways to combat pathogens.
Examining the Benefits, Challenges of Remote Work Oct. 26, 2020: The COVID-19 pandemic forced many employers and employees to adapt overnight to new work conditions and schedules, as states enacted stay-at-home orders and companies tried to keep their employees safe and healthy. How were remote work and alternative work schedules implemented in business aviation?
Flying in the COVID-19 Era Oct. 19, 2020: To mitigate the risk of coronavirus, business aircraft operators may need to alter some protocols and document those changes in their operations manuals.
Bolen: Value Proposition for Business Aviation Improving Oct. 16, 2020: NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen and fellow general aviation (GA) leaders discussed new trends and priorities for the industry on an Oct. 15 webinar hosted by the National Aircraft Finance Association.
NBAA, GA Coalition Urge Congress to Protect Industry’s Critical Contribution to U.S. Economy Oct. 13, 2020: NBAA and a coalition of general aviation advocates want lawmakers to build on the success of the CARES Act by providing additional relief for business aviation companies and general aviation airports that our vital to the U.S. economy.
Column: GA Airports More Critical Than Ever Oct. 5, 2020: In a guest column published by the Jackson, MS-based Clarion Ledger newspaper, NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen and Greg Pecoraro, president and CEO of the National Association of State Aviation Officials, outlined why general aviation airports are more important than ever during the COVID019 era.
FAA Extends COVID-19-Driven SFAR 118 Oct. 1, 2020: Following a request from NBAA and others, the FAA is extending relief from certain training, recency, testing and checking requirements under Parts 61, 91 and 125 through Jan. 31, 2021.
NBAA News Hour: How OEMs Conduct Business, Manage Technology in the COVID Era Sept. 30, 2020: The Sept. 29, 2020, NBAA News Hour examined the challenges business aviation engine and airframe manufacturers are facing in the virtual COVID-19 environment.
NBAA, AOPA Tell Dallas Morning News: Don’t Overlook GA Airports’ Value Sept. 27, 2020: NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen and Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association President Mark Baker corrected the inaccurate portrayal of general aviation airports in a letter to the editor published Sept 26, 2020, in The Dallas Morning News.
Bolen Discusses State of Industry, Impact of COVID During CFBAA Safety Standdown Sept. 24, 2020: Economic activity in America’s business aviation market has slowly rebounded, but still remains significantly off from where it stood at pre-COVID-19 levels, NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen said during the Central Florida Business Aviation Association’s Safety Standdown on Sept. 24, 2020.
NBAA Shares COVID Lessons with State Aviation Officials Sept. 15, 2020: NBAA’s Christa Lucas and Alex Gertsen shared with state aviation officials the lessons business aircraft operators and owners learned from COVID-19 during the 2020 National Aviation State Aviation Officials (NASAO) Virtual Conference and Exposition.
Reduced Business Travel Due to COVID-19 May Result in Depreciation Recapture Sept. 15, 2020: As a direct result of COVID-19, business closures and travel restrictions, aircraft purchased in 2020 could be ineligible for bonus depreciation, and depreciation recapture could be triggered on aircraft purchased in prior years.
Pandemic Heightens Need to Fly Neighborly Sept. 15, 2020: Residents living near airports have grown accustomed to their quieter-than-normal environment as a result of COVID-19-induced decreases in air traffic. So operators need to be especially conscientious in following noise abatement procedures.
U.S. Changes COVID-19 Mitigation Strategy for Arriving International Air Passengers Sept. 14, 2020: Beginning Sept. 14, 2020, flights carrying airline passengers arriving from, or who recently had a presence in certain countries will no longer be required to land at one of 15 designated airports.
NBAA Supports Requests for Certain Part 135 Instructor, Check Airman Relief Due to Pandemic Sept. 10, 2020: NBAA supports petitions that would extend the deadline for flight instructors and check airman to undergo an observation check by an FAA inspector or aircrew designated examiner from 24 to 36 months, subject to certain risk mitigations.
COVID Impacts FAA Checkride Capacity Sept. 8, 2020: Part 135 operators are feeling the effects of limited or restricted resources at the FAA due to the COVID-19 pandemic, as operators wait for pilot checkrides.
NBAA, Others Request Extension of SFAR 118 Due to Pandemic Sept. 3, 2020: NBAA, along with several other aviation associations today requested the FAA extend by two months the effective date of several exemptions contained in Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR) 118-1.
COVID-Related NavCanada Fee Hike Reveals Privatized ATC Flaw Sept. 2, 2020: Sept. 1, 2020, brought the implementation of increased ATC service rates by Canadian air navigation service provider NavCanada.
NBAA News Hour: Pandemic Challenges Flight Departments to Reimagine Their Value Sept. 2, 2020: For aviation directors, the need to reimagine the value of their flight department is possibly one of the most consequential results of the pandemic.
FAA Associate Administrator: Follow-on CARES Act Funding Critical to Airports' Survival Aug. 28, 2020: The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act funding for airports, airport safety inspections, financial accountability and more were the focus of the Aug. 25, 2020, virtual session of the Northeast Chapter of the American Association of Airport Executives Annual Conference.
LAS Metroplex Implementation Delayed to 2021 Due to Pandemic Aug. 24, 2020: Completion of Las Vegas Metroplex airspace changes has slipped from November 2020 - February 2021 due to the pandemic.
BizAv Back to Work: The Challenge of Changing Jobs During COVID-19 Aug. 19, 2020: Experience with video technologies is key for job hunters during the pandemic.
News Hour: Excise Tax Exemptions for Management Companies Final Rule Imminent Aug. 17, 2020: Airports across the world, such as Arkansas’ North Little Rock Municipal Airport, are experiencing sharp declines in revenue resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pandemic Hurts Avionics Sales; Trade Group Optimistic About 2H Recovery Aug. 13, 2020: Sales of avionics for general aviation aircraft declined more than 23% in the first half of 2020 as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, but a rebound is expected in the second half of this year.
In Virtual Discussion, NBAA Sounds Note of Cautious Optimism for Bizav Recovery Aug. 7, 2020: Business aviation appears to exhibit early, incremental signs of recovery in operations, after an unprecedented drop in flights resulting from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, said NBAA Director of Airports and Ground Infrastructure Alex Gertsen. during an Aug. 5 virtual panel discussion as part of the Great Lakes Chapter of the American Association of Airport Executives’ 52nd annual conference.
NBAA Requests Improved Access to Treasury Loan Program Aug. 4, 2020: NBAA has joined a coalition of industry groups seeking flexibility in the eligibility criteria for a loan program created by the CARES Act that will ensure pivotal sectors of aviation continue to serve the national interest during the COVID-19 pandemic.
FAA’s Dickson Addresses SFAR 118 Extensions, Other Industry Concerns in NBAA Town Hall Aug. 4, 2020: FAA Administrator Steve Dickson joined NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen Aug. 4, 2020, for a first-ever Virtual Business Aviation Town Hall.
Due to Pandemic, FAA Extends Four Training Exemptions for Part 135, 121 Operations Aug. 3, 2020: With COVID-19 resurging, the FAA has approved four petitions that extend the previous exemptions for training, testing or checking requirements for crewmembers and ground personnel employed by Part 119 certificate holders operating under Part 135 and Part 121.
Podcast: Getting Back to Business Aug. 3, 2020: Entrepreneurs, exercising COVID-19 prevention best practices, are flying. Get solid safety tips from three business aviators with recent, real-world experience.
COVID Drives Creation of Industry Group to Promote Best Health Practices July 30, 2020: The CleanFlying Coalition is committed to promoting and implementing best practices related to health in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Bolen Corrects L.A. Times’ Inaccurate Characterization of Business Aviation July 29, 2020: NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen corrected the Los Angeles Times’ inaccurate portrayal of business aviation in a letter to the editor published July 29, 2020.
NetJets COVID Recovery Means Saving European Fleet July 28, 2020: NetJets announced increased flight activity as business aviation recovers from the COVID crisis, adding the company will reinstate some of its European fleet previously slated for disposal.
NBAA News Hour Features Aviation Journalists’ Perspectives, Predictions in COVID Moment July 21, 2020: Three respected aviation journalists offered their perspectives on the constantly-evolving COVID-19 crisis in the July 21, 2020, NBAA News Hour webinar.
Podcast: Staff Scheduling in the COVID Era July 20, 2020: How do you social distance and still remain efficient during a pandemic?
NBAA News Hour: Evolving COVID-19 Restrictions Add Challenges for Operators July 13, 2020: The renewed surge of COVID-19 cases across the country has once again led to closures of ATC facilities and the return of travel restrictions and quarantines at state and international levels.
Podcast: COVID BizAv Recovery Optimistic, But Measured July 13, 2020: Two industry experts from Wyvern and Argus International discuss how they expect business aviation will grow and evolve for the rest of this year and beyond.
FAA Safety Alerts Highlight Potential for COVID-Related, ATC-Zero Events July 10, 2020: Due to COVID-19, the FAA has issued SAFOs recommending operators familiarize themselves with Oceanic and Terminal Airspace procedures for the closure of ATC facilities with little notice.
NBAA, NATA Challenge USA Today’s Portrait of Charter Companies July 10, 2020: A USA Today story distorted business aviation charter companies, including Clay Lacy Aviation, and the impact of the COVID -19 crisis on businesses like it, NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen and National Air Transportation Association President and CEO Tim Obitts wrote in a letter to the newspaper in defense of the industry.
In Online ‘Global Town Hall,’ Bolen Details NBAA’s COVID-Era Advocacy July 8, 2020: The COVID-19 crisis has demonstrated the importance of government officials and regulators working together, NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen noted during the July 8, 2020, Corporate Jet Investor Global 2020 virtual conference.
ICAO Adjusts CORSIA Emissions Baseline Due to COVID-19 July 8, 2020: The Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization will exclude 2020 emissions levels from baseline calculations for CORSIA, due to the pandemic’s impact on flight activity.
NBAA News Hour: COVID-19 Moment Highlights Need for Strong Mentoring Network July 7, 2020: An NBAA News Hour webinar examined the importance of a strong, diverse mentoring network, especially during the pandemic.
How the Pandemic Is Changing the Business Jet Market July 7, 2020: COVID-19 has changed the way the world travels, including those who use business aviation.
XOJet Aviation Maintains Focus on Better Days Ahead July 6, 2020: XOJet Aviation officials said creative thinking has permitted the company to maintain its existing workforce through the pandemic without layoffs or furloughs.
Salon Corrects Business Aviation Story, Prompted by NBAA July 6, 2020: When Salon magazine recently published a COVID-19 related article including mischaracterizations about business aviation, and outright misstatements of fact about NBAA, the association was quick to respond, leading the publication to correct its own story.
Noise Abatement at Teterboro Critical During Pandemic July 2, 2020: Those flying to New Jersey’s Teterboro Airport are encouraged to be vigilant about following voluntary noise abatement procedures, as the thinning of commercial traffic during the pandemic has heightened noise awareness.
NBAA News Hour: 3 Tips to ‘Manage Up’ In Tough Times July 2, 2020: For early career professionals, the evolving company needs brought on by COVID-19 could be a time to take initiative and become a leader. NBAA YoPros and executive coaches shared tips for ‘managing up’ during tough times.
EU Lifts Some Non-Essential Travel Restrictions; U.S. Still Prohibited June 30, 2020: The Council of the European Union has recommended EU member states begin lifting certain travel restrictions for EU citizens and long-term residents for non-essential travel from third countries to Europe, beginning July 1, 2020. The U.S. is not on the list of approved countries.
In a COVID Environment, Charter Travel Emerges as Attractive Option June 25, 2020: Concerns about personal safety when traveling in the COVID-19 environment appear to be driving new customers to explore business aircraft charter options, according to several operators across the United States.
Elwell: FAA to Unveil Coronavirus Restart, Recovery Plan ‘Within Days’ June 25, 2020: During a June 24, 2020, virtual Aero Club of Washington, DC event, FAA Deputy Administrator Dan Elwell said the agency will release a restart and recovery plan for the U.S. aviation industry that acknowledges any revival from the COVID-19 pandemic to a new normal will be gradual.
ICAO Recommends ‘Public Health Corridor’ Concept for Certain International Ops June 23, 2020: ICAO has published new guidance regarding implementation of a Public Health Corridor for certain operations conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Bolen Calls Out Forbes for ‘Fact-Starved’ Misrepresentation of Business Aviation June 22, 2020: A recent Forbes article chose an “outlier flight” to promote a caricature of business aviation, offering readers an uninformed view into an important industry that has been devastated by the COVID-19 pandemic, NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen recently wrote in a letter to the publication.
FAA, Industry Offer Perspectives on COVID-19 Recovery in Online Town Hall June 19, 2020: The General Aviation Town Hall, hosted by the FAA, looked at effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on aircraft operations, airports and infrastructure, as well as steps for the industry’s emergence from the crisis.
Aviation Maintenance Schools Adapting to COVID-19 Environment June 18, 2020: Thanks to the efforts at aviation maintenance schools around the country, many students will complete their programs on time or be only minimally delayed in entering the workforce.
Reopening Brings a Host of Legal Issues and Concerns June 11, 2020: Rotating flightcrews less frequently, temperature checks and employee privacy concerns could be part of business aviation workplaces fully reopening in the COVID-19 environment.
Kentucky Airport Accelerates Construction During COVID June 10, 2020: With a lull in traffic during the pandemic, Owensboro-Daviess County Regional Airport sped up runway construction and other construction projects in April and May 2020.
NBAA News Hour Focuses on COVID’s ‘New Normal’ June 8, 2020: The NBAA News Hour examines what the next normal will look like as states around the nation begin to slowly emerge from stay-at-home orders prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Bolen Highlights NBAA, Industry Response to COVID-19 in JetNet iQ Editorial June 8, 2020: In a JetNet iQ Pulse editorial, NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen emphasized the industry’s unparalleled response to an unprecedented crisis stemming from the spread of COVID-19.
Embraer Says Business Jet Demand ‘Fairly Resilient’ Against COVID-19 June 8, 2020: Continued demand for its business aircraft offered a bright spot for Embraer even as a steep decline in commercial aircraft deliveries drove a $292 million overall loss in the first quarter of 2020.
Bolen: Asia-Pacific Region, ABACE Remain Vital to Business Aviation’s Growth June 5, 2020: NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen offered his insights on the state of business aviation both across the Asia-Pacific and around the globe through the COVID-19 crisis in a podcast from Asian Sky Group.
Avionics Sales Down, But Industry Leaders Optimistic June 2, 2020: As the industry passed the Jan. 1, 2020, ADS-B deadline, avionics sales for Q1 2020 were down compared to Q1 2019. The full impact of COVID-19 may still be felt, but leaders cited optimistic stats.
NBAA’s Bolen Leads Digital Leadership Council Session on COVID Best Practices June 2, 2020: An NBAA Leadership Council webinar examined MRO operations during the COVID-19 pandemic.
NBAA Requests Extension for GA Pilot Medicals, Other Requirements, Under SFAR 118 May 29, 2020: NBAA and other associations requested the FAA extend the effective date for several exemptions or extensions for pilot medical certifications, training proficiency and a host of other requirements contained in Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR) 118.
NBAA, NATA Correct MSNBC’s Misrepresentation of Charter Companies May 28, 2020: An MSNBC story distorted business aviation charter companies, including Clay Lacy Aviation, and the impact of the COVID -19 crisis on businesses like it, NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen and National Air Transportation Association President and CEO Tim Obitts wrote in a letter to the network.
Bolen Details Industry’s COVID Advocacy Focus in Digital Town Hall May 28, 2020: NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen spoke during a virtual Corporate Jet Investor Town Hall about the association’s work to represent industry during this highly challenging COVID-19 moment.
GAMA Figures Show COVID-19 Hit to Aircraft Shipments May 27, 2020: The global spread of COVID-19 drove marked declines in general aviation aircraft shipments and billings for the first quarter of 2020, according to the General Aviation Manufacturers Association.
Lower Prices, Safety Concerns Drive Charter Resurgence May 27, 2020: Following steep declines across nearly all segments of the industry due to COVID-19, two business aviation charter brokers report a stronger-than-anticipated rebound in May 2020.
Roundup: Analysts See Signs of Business Aviation Rebound May 26, 2020: Despite a continued downturn in business aviation flight activity when compared to last year, two recent industry reports point to encouraging signs the industry may be starting to rebound from the effects from the COVID-19 pandemic.
CNBC Distorts Pandemic’s Impact on Business Aviation, Specifically Charter Company Clay Lacy May 22, 2020: A recent CNBC story misrepresented business aviation charter company Clay Lacy, and the impact of the COVID-19 crisis on many companies like it, NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen and National Air Transportation Association President and CEO Tim Obitts wrote in a letter to the network.
Mentors Say Aviation Still a Bright Career, Despite Current Headwinds May 21, 2020: On a May 20, 2020, NBAA New Hour, seasoned pros from many corners of the industry encouraged anyone dealing with a professional crisis to stick with it, reach out and not be deterred.
NBAA, NATA Debunk Bloomberg’s Caricature of COVID Impact on Business May 21, 2020: May 13, 2020, Bloomberg article missed the astounding impact of the Covid-19 crisis on charter operations, and the citizens, companies and communities relying on this American industry, NBAA and NATA told the publisher in a letter to the editor.
COVID-19’s Impact on an Unprecedented Aviation Insurance Market May 19, 2020: The aviation insurance market was already tight, due to increased hull and liability claims in the 2010’s. Insurers and attorneys examined the effects of the pandemic on a May 18, 2020, NBAA News Hour webinar.
Pilatus Prepares for ‘Severe Turbulence’ Due to COVID-19 May 18, 2020: Pilatus Aircraft Ltd.’s recent annual report touts an incredible 2019 with incoming orders totaling $1.13 billion, however, this announcement was tempered with concern for the future due to pandemic-driven market uncertainty.
WingX Notes Slow Climb in Business Aviation Operations May 15, 2020: Global business aviation traffic remains down 58% through the first two weeks in May over the same period in 2019. However, WingX noted this is an improvement from the 70% drop in activity for April 2020.
Kansas Lawmakers Join Latest Effort Supporting General Aviation Relief May 14, 2020: Congressional lawmakers from Kansas recently added their voices to an industry-wide appeal for relief from federal excise taxes for non-commercial operators.
Business Jet Market Feels Pandemic Impact May 14, 2020: The effect of the crisis was revealed in April 2020 pre-owned aircraft transactions, down about 50% year-over-year.
Nation's Largest General Aviation Airports Display Resiliency, Prepare for Future May 13, 2020: The COVID-19 pandemic devastated traffic counts at the nation's largest airports used by business aircraft, however, all airports remain staffed and operational throughout the crisis.
IADA Webinar: Bolen Details NBAA’s COVID Advocacy, Resources May 13, 2020: NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen is calling on the business aviation community to actively engage with lawmakers to ensure they recognize the industry’s critical role in the economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pilot Protection a Priority During COVID-19 Air Ambulance Operations May 8, 2020: The Association for Air Medical Services is highlighting pilot training on personal protective equipment and tracing potential exposure points in response to the highly infectious coronavirus.
NBAA Has FAA's List of Towers Slated for Scheduling Changes May 8, 2020: The FAA recently announced the list of 93 air traffic control towers that will implement reduced hours of operation to adapt the United States air transport system to the dramatic reduction in traffic caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
NetJets to Test Pilots for COVID-19 Despite ‘Unprecedented Financial Strain on Our Industry’ May 8, 2020: As part of the fractional provider’s commitment to the safety of employees and owners, NetJets has announced a partnership with Quest Diagnostics and Cellex to test 100% of crewmembers initially and offer ongoing testing.
Gulfstream, Textron Aviation Q1 2020 Deliveries Down May 8, 2020: Business aircraft manufacturers Gulfstream and Textron Aviation both saw declines in first quarter deliveries due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
GE Aviation, Spirit AeroSystems Latest Manufacturers Downsizing Due to COVID-19 May 7, 2020: Engine maker GE Aviation announced plans to reduce global staff by up to 25%, while Spirit AeroSystems, the Wichita-based aerostructures maker, will cut about 1,450 employees due to decreased demand from airliner manufacturers.
Arkansas Airport Expansion Project Downsized Due to Pandemic May 7, 2020: With the COVID-19 pandemic cutting projected fuel tax revenues, the planned $3.6 million expansion of ORK airport, already scaled back once, will be cut further.
COVID-19 and Oil Prices Together Impacting Helicopter Operations May 5, 2020: A double blow of COVID-19 and rock-bottom oil prices has many U.S. helicopter operators struggling, with the impact likely to exacerbate the longer oil prices remain low.
Indiana GA Airports Feel the Effects From Coronavirus Pandemic April 30, 2020: The severe challenges that general aviation airports continue to face as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic are making headlines across the country.
Despite COVID Downturn, Ultimate Jetcharters Refuses to Furlough April 29, 2020: Ohio air charter company Ultimate Jetcharters announced that its more than 100 employees are safe from furlough, despite the COVID-19-induced downturn in flight activity nationwide and the economy as a whole.
Gogo the Latest Aviation Business to Feel COVID-19 Impact April 28, 2020: Inflight internet company Gogo is the latest aviation business to shrink its workforce as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, furloughing approximately 60% of its workers while reducing compensation of remaining employees.
NBAA Welcomes IBAC’s Call for ICAO to Adjust CORSIA Emissions Baseline April 27, 2020: The International Business Aviation Council requests an adjustment to the CORSIA emissions baseline due to COVID-19’s impact on global air travel.
MROs Work to Keep Aircraft Ready for Service During Pandemic April 27, 2020: Even as business aircraft operators remain largely idled by the COVID-19 crisis, the industry’s maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) companies are servicing aircraft and keeping them ready to fly.
Airports Across the U.S. ‘Riding Out the Storm’ From COVID-19 April 24, 2020: General aviation airports across the United States are feeling the effects of fewer operations and, in some cases, drastically lower traffic counts, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
OEMs, NBAA Provide COVID-19 Aircraft Cleaning Guidance April 24, 2020: NBAA offers useful guidance on business aircraft cleaning in the COVID-19 environment, including an aircraft disinfection and cleaning procedures publication, as well as a list of advisories from OEMs such as Bombardier, Dassault, Embraer, Gulfstream, Honeywell and Textron Aviation.
Air Medical Operators Struggle Amidst Coronavirus Crisis April 23, 2020: Air medical operators are struggling during the coronavirus, reporting a 40% reduction in medical transport flights.
FAA Plans to Reduce Air Traffic Control Tower Hours; NBAA Evaluating Potential Operator Impact April 23, 2020: The FAA during the week of April 27, 2020, is expected to reduce the hours of operation at approximately 100 air traffic control towers to adapt the country’s air transport system to the dramatic reduction in traffic caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
FBOs ‘Feel the Pinch’ of COVID-19 Crisis April 22, 2020: The threat of COVID-19 exposure has depressed activity at general aviation airports, putting airport businesses in a difficult position, though FBOs are meeting the need to keep customers safe.
HondaJet Production Shutdown Extended as COVID-19 Lingers April 22, 2020: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Honda Aircraft Company will extend a previously announced suspension of production of its HondaJet Elite light jet through May 1, 2020.
State Aviation Officials See Wide-Ranging Impact of COVID-19 April 21, 2020: State aviation officials confront empty airports and questions about funding as the COVID-19 crisis continues to challenge the industry.
Florida TV Station Highlights Pandemic’s Impact on Local Airport April 21, 2020: The COVID-19 pandemic’s devastating impact on general aviation airports was highlighted during a Florida TV news broadcast.
Industry Veteran: COVID-19 Driving Charter Flights Down 75% April 21, 2020: U.S. charter operators are seeing a substantial decrease in flight activity due to COVID-19, with some reporting year-to-year declines of more than 75 percent.
South Texas Medevac Operator Adapts to Changing Environment April 20, 2020: The COVID-19 pandemic has led many business aircraft operators, such as South Texas medevac operator Sterling Air Services, to adjust their procedures to ensure a safe working environment for employees and clients.
FAA Adapts to Minimize COVID-Related ATC Service Disruptions April 17, 2020: The FAA has successfully minimized ATC service disruptions despite more than 40 FAA ATC facilities across the United States having personnel who tested positive for COVID-19 since mid-March.
ARGUS Data Confirms Plunge in Business Aviation Traffic April 17, 2020: A new Argus International whitepaper confirms that U.S. business aviation traffic has dropped precipitously as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Westchester County Airport Uses COVID-19 Downtime to Expedite Runway Project April 17, 2020: As airports around the country grapple with plummeting numbers of operations during the COVID-19 crisis, Westchester County Airport (HPN) is using the lull in flights to rapidly accelerate a runway repaving project.
FAA Rolls Out NBAA-Supported Emergency Relief Plan for Airports April 17, 2020: As part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, general aviation airports are eligible to receive emergency funding through a $100 million U.S. Department of Transportation grant.
EAA Cancels Youth Summer Academy as Pandemic Rages April 17, 2020: The Experimental Aircraft Association canceled its summer 2020 Air Academy camps due to the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak.
COVID-19 Crisis Has Aircraft Vendors Facing an Uncertain Future April 7, 2020: As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact markets, some companies providing products and services for business aircraft are grappling with production challenges.
Domestic Business Aviation Flights Plummet in Wake of COVID-19 Pandemic April 7, 2020: As the COVID-19 crisis continues, recent data demonstrate substantial declines in the use various business aviation utilization arrangements, including charter and fractional flights.
COVID-19 Hobbling International Travel April 6, 2020: March 2020 data paints a grim picture of the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on international business aviation travel, with the repercussions expected to last for some time to come.
Flight Schools, Other Aviation Businesses Impacted by Shelter-in-Place Orders April 2, 2020: As more states and localities issue shelter-in-place orders, flight schools and other aviation businesses are feeling the impact.
COVID-19 Impacting General Aviation Airports April 1, 2020: While the general aviation community continues to provide humanitarian support during the COVID-19 outbreak, the pandemic has led to profound drops in traffic and revenue for the nation’s GA airports.
COVID-19 Crisis Continues to Impact Aviation Workforce April 1, 2020: As the aviation industry’s workforce continues to grapple with the global COVID-19 crisis, skilled aviation workers at manufacturers and training and testing providers are particularly hard hit.
Flexjet Launches Project Lift to Limit COVID-19 Exposure March 31, 2020: Fractional jet ownership company Flexjet recently announced Project Lift, an effort to bring all crew ferrying activities in-house to limit COVID-19 exposure for crewmembers, fractional share owners and passengers.
Training Provider FlyRight Perseveres in Face of COVID-19 March 26, 2020: In the face of the COVID-19 crisis, Concord, NC-based Part 142 training provider FlyRight has experienced client cancellations, regulatory challenges, quarantine restrictions and more while trying to keep their business open and running.

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