Business Aviation Insider
Nov/Dec 2024
The Business Aviation Insider Convention Issue explores potentially life-saving strategies mitigating pilot fatigue. Experts share guidance on how to prepare for IRS audits that are targeting the business aviation industry. And celebrate the 10th anniversary of one of the most successful programs in NBAA’s history: Young Professionals in Business Aviation (YoPro).
Features
Insiders Share Tips on Creating a Positive Rapport With FAA Inspectors
Fostering positive and effective relations with FAA inspectors can help business aviation operators, as well as the agency, better perform their roles. Experts, including a former inspector, offer valuable guidance.
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Saluting Business Aviation’s Top 40 Under 40
NBAA’s Young Professionals in Business Aviation (YoPro) program shines a spotlight on 40 young, accomplished and passionate business aviation leaders who are paving the way toward a brighter future for an industry crucial to the nation’s economy.
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How Business Aviation Pilots Are Staying Safe and Alert
Many solutions to reducing pilot flight fatigue are surprisingly simple. Experts say every operator should make a proactive approach to fatigue mitigation part of their daily pre-fight routine.
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The IRS Is Targeting Business Aviation: Are You Ready?
The U.S. government has issued a warning that business aviation is in its crosshairs. Don’t be frightened, be prepared. Veteran tax experts share tips on how to navigate and survive those dreaded IRS audits and when to appeal.
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NBAA YoPros Celebrate 10 Years of Leading, Volunteering, Inspiring
The co-founders of NBAA’s wildly successful initiative share the amazing story of how one idea – fueled by vision, passion and innovation – became a movement to strengthen the industry while helping others.
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Predictive AI Systems Could Revolutionize Aviation Maintenance
As business aircraft become increasingly complex, software engineers are designing revolutionary new systems aimed at maintaining them, thanks to advances in artificial intelligence.
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How Smaller Business Aviation Operators Do More With Less
Leaders of operations with very small fleets share tips on how they accomplish critical safety, maintenance, administrative and scheduling duties despite limited resources.
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Battling Maintenance Complacency Requires Double-Checks, Engagement, Accountability
Experts weigh in on what factors can contribute to complacency in business aircraft maintenance operations, and what team members do to keep technicians constantly learning, always engaged and continuously focused on safety.
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Jack Henry’s Business Aviation Operation Creates a Flight Plan for Perfection
Since NBAA last visited the S&P 500 company’s travel team, they’ve become even more proficient at collaboration, sustainability, tackling workforce challenges and predicting exactly what their passengers will need next.
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Departments
President’s Perspective
A Year That Underscored the Vital Role of Advocacy
Throughout 2024, the most important factor in NBAA’s ability to shape positive outcomes in the policy arena has been its continued readiness to mobilize with a unified voice in support of proposals that foster our sector’s growth in the U.S. and around the world.
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Flight Bag
Review These Resources Available at 2024 NBAA-BACE
Review some of the exciting, exclusive and fascinating events taking place at the 2024 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE), in Las Vegas, NV. Take a look; make plans and don’t miss out.
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Capital View
FAA Administrator Whitaker Reports Progress Across Several Key Aviation Issues
After a year on the job, FAA Administrator Michael Whitaker offers his assessment of agency efforts to continuously improve safety, integrate advanced air mobility into the National Airspace, grow the aviation workforce and support pilot mental health.
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Regional Representation
Collaboration Supercharges Local/Regional Groups
Ask any business aviation professional about keys to success, and networking will likely be at the top of the list. In fact, networking can be a winning strategy for organizations as well, helping them amplify messages, increase outreach and grow.
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Regulatory Hot Topics
Final Rule for Powered-Lift Ops Is Key for AAM
The FAA’s operational and pilot qualification requirements for powered-lift aircraft will have important ramifications for the emerging multi-billion-dollar advanced air mobility industry. AAM leaders say they’re ready to work with the FAA on the guidance and policy pieces supporting the new regulations.
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Pro Tips
Help Others While Helping Yourself
It’s possible to donate time to a good cause, while meeting like-minded people across the business aviation community. Experts share tips on finding places where volunteering and networking intersect.
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Operations
Flight Crews: Updates for Navigating the Dynamic NEC
Business aviation flight crews operating in the Northeast Corridor (NEC) enveloping the Mid-Atlantic region and along the U.S. East Coast are advised to pay close attention to recent changes in this busy airspace. NBAA Air Traffic Services experts discuss various factors to consider and recommend remaining flexible and open to potential route changes.
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Operations
Flight Crews: Watch for Pop-Up Presidential Campaign TFRs
Due to Election Day, business aviation operators should be mindful of pop-up temporary flight restrictions (TFR) and regulations governing the carriage of candidates for elected office. A TFR may be posted, only to then change 10 minutes later. The process is constantly in motion. NBAA’s Air Traffic Services team has solutions to keep in mind.
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Member Central
NBAA Jobs Board Provides a Valuable Resource for Life-Changing Career Opportunities
Boost your career with the NBAA Jobs Board and take a look at NBAA’s Business Aviation Customer Service Certificate program.
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New Horizons
Gulfstream’s Evans: It’s Time to ‘Take Sustainability Seriously’
Scott Evans, director of demonstration, airborne customer support and corporate flight operations at Gulfstream Aerospace, explains the OEM’s strategy to reduce aircraft carbon emissions, while increasing overall efficiency.
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