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The FAA’s direct final rule to increase the duration of aircraft registration is now in effect, and extends the duration of AC Form 8050-3, Certificate of Aircraft Registration, from three to seven years.

Despite the enormous challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, business aviation has once again proved to be nimble and adaptable. What impact might today's social, economic, environmental and geopolitical issues have on the health of the industry for the remainder of this year?

Industry experts recently offered an initial assessment about proposed new FAA Safety Management System requirements, which would reach far beyond the airlines into many business aviation operations.

The new year started off strong for the business aviation community, as NBAA’s 2023 Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference broke attendance records, offered abundant opportunities for education and networking and showcased the momentum driving the industry.

NBAA welcomed a decision by the FAA to extend the public comment period on a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) that would require many business aviation operations to implement safety management systems.

Together, the University of Florida athletic association's two business jets average nearly 500 flight hours per year.

The 2023 Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference keynote opened with a mini-concert by Grammy-winning songwriter Josh Kear, and continued with a motivating story of finding the courage to achieve your dreams by United States Air Force combat veteran and former Thunderbird Lead Solo Michelle Curran.

Recognizing the stark differences between the two worlds is critical to making a successful transition.

Prior to the official opening of NBAA’s 2023 Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference – as part of the week-long conference’s Day of Service – about 30 attendees took time to learn more about Thistle Farms, meet some of the women it has helped and volunteer their time to make products to be sold in the group’s store.

Even a small mistake by aircraft buyers or sellers could cause longer delays in document processing and registration.

The FAA published InFO 23001 to provide expanded information about the aircraft approach category to be used during instrument approaches, as determined by the aircraft’s certification authority.

2023 promises to be a momentous year for business aviation for several reasons.

NBAA is pleased to announce that Senior Manager for Government Affairs Sierra Grimes has been named to the National Aeronautic Association Board of Directors.

The National Business Aviation Association and its Schedulers & Dispatchers Committee today announced that $27,500 in scholarship funds will be awarded to individuals seeking to advance their aviation careers through continuing education.

NBAA and its Schedulers & Dispatchers Committee announced the recipients of the 2023 Schedulers & Dispatchers Training Scholarship.

Good pass-downs by schedulers and dispatchers limit the human factors involved in every flight, offsetting the potential for human error.

Bob Wright, former NBAA Safety Committee member and longtime general aviation safety and training advocate, passed away at his home on Jan. 14, 2023.

For safety and mental health, crews need to have predictable time away from work to take care of themselves and their families.

NBAA presented its prestigious Silk Scarf Award to the association’s retiring Managing Editor Bob Searles, in recognition of his decades of contributions to business aviation through his coverage of the industry.

NBAA has partnered with Go Rentals to offer members a 20% discount on VIP car services.