Cover photo of the Global 7500 is courtesy of Bombardier.

Nov/Dec 2021

Business Aviation Insider’s 2021 Convention Issue features articles on overcoming supply chain challenges, scalable safety, and the industry’s focus on sustainability and diversity, equity and inclusion. This edition’s two Operations stories highlight the pitfalls of dry leasing and the latest regarding reconfiguration of Northeast routes.

Features

Business Aviation’s Top 40 Under 40

NBAA recognizes some of the industry's leading young professionals.
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The Many Paths to a Business Aviation Career

The paths that people have taken to a career in business aviation are diverse, and no one way is the right way.
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Scalable Proactive Safety

One size does not fit all when it comes to safety management.
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Overcoming Supply Chain Challenges

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An Industry Focused on a Sustainable Future

Multiple efforts are underway to ensure that business aviation flies greener.
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Communicating the Strategic Value of Business Aviation

Many new customers discovered the benefits of business aviation during the pandemic. Here’s how you can convince others that it remains the best way to fly and benefits more than just the passengers onboard.
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The Business Case for DE&I

Diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives can help solve personnel challenges.
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Quick Poll: How Much Flying Do You Expect to Do in 2022?

The number of hours flown by the business aircraft fleet has accelerated throughout this year, eventually surpassing the pre-pandemic figures for 2019. Do you expect this trend to continue? What are your plans for next year?
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Restaurant Equipment World CEO on the Go

A FL-based owner-pilot uses his plane to stay connected to customers nationwide.
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Kern Award Winner Carl Bennett: The Importance of Listening and Cooperating

Carl Bennett, director of safety for Mayo Aviation, exemplifies many of the Kern award criteria, including continuous improvement and vocational excellence.
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Kern Award Winner Bryan Burns: Leading Efforts to Improve Business Aviation Safety

Bryan Burns, president of the Air Charter Safety Foundation, is a winner of the 2021 Tony Kern Professionalism in Aviation Award.
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Managing an Aviation Operation in a Socially Responsible Manner

Policies that address sustainability and diversity, equity and inclusion can be managed effectively when the goals are understood and embraced by the entire organization.
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Experts Offer Aviation Insurance Best Practices

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Kern Award Winner Dave Ryan: A Career of Promoting Safety

Dave Ryan, who is retiring at the end of 2021 after almost 14 years as vice president of aviation at MI Aviation Holdings in San Diego, is a 2021 recipient of the prestigious NBAA Tony Kern Professionalism in Aviation award.
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Departments

President’s Perspective

Business Aviation Is Resilient, Even in Headwinds

Our industry has always been innovative, especially during the past couple of challenging years.
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Flight Bag

Resources: 2021 NBAA-BACE

We have the resources to help you get the most from your NBAA-BACE experience.
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Regional Representation

Small Operators Benefit from Regional Group Engagement

Regional groups should make sure they offer guidance and resources for owner-pilots and single-aircraft operators.
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Regulatory Hot Topics

Streamlined Process for Part 91 LOAs Coming Soon

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Pro Tips

Developing a Professional Strategic Plan

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Operations

Maintenance: Top Traits for Technicians

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Operations

Flight Crews: Northeast Route Updates to Be Finished in 2022

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Operations

Management: Beware the Pitfalls of Dry Leasing

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Operations

Management: Don’t Rush Aircraft Transactions

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Member Central

NBAA Establishes Safety Manager Certificate Program

The program will provide aviation professionals with training designed to help ensure safety in business aircraft operations.
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New Horizons

We Must Embrace AAM, UAS or Risk Getting Left Behind

Business aviation should lead the advanced air mobility revolution.
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