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New OSHA regulations mandate the training of flight department employees by Dec. 1, 2013, to educate them on how to identify and protect themselves from hazardous chemicals.

Continued work on NextGen aviation system modernization efforts could face further challenges as a result of the uncertain fiscal environment, members of a House aviation subcommittee learned at a July 17, 2013 hearing.

This year’s workshops on implementing the International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations (IS-BAO), hosted by the International Business Aviation Council (IBAC), have been well attended, with nearly 330 aviation professionals participating in the 36 sessions held around the world.

NBAA joined with other aviation groups and the FAA in an open letter to pilots that includes guidelines they should use to determine whether they are fit to fly.

In spring 2013, NBAA presented its Silk Scarf Award to Jol Silversmith, Vic Slater and Daniel Slapo, in recognition of their exemplary efforts on behalf of the business aviation community in their respective regions.

A great summer read for Certified Aviation Managers (CAMs), and those who aspire to be CAMs, is the CAM Study Guide.

The House General Aviation (GA) Caucus, comprised of U.S. congressional representatives who recognize the importance of all general aviation, including business aviation, in the United States, recently achieved an unprecedented 197 members.

NBAA’s Dick Doubrava joined a panel of speakers to discuss general aviation issues, and the importance of business aviation and regional airports to communities around the country.

NBAA’s Dick Doubrava recently attended a meeting of the newly formed Nevada Business Aviation Association (NVBAA), held in Las Vegas on July 18.

An education session titled Engaging in Aircraft Transactions Abroad – Key Issues Confronted in Buying, Selling, Leasing or Financing Aircraft Outside of the U.S. is scheduled for NBAA2013 in October.

A webinar, titled Transport Airplane Performance – Briefing for Business Aviation Pilots & Operators, is available online for viewing by NBAA Members.

Washington, DC – The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) is pleased to announce that Peter Ingleton, director of liaison to the International Civil Aviation Organization … Continued

Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper has proclaimed July 2013 as General Aviation Appreciation Month.

A recent spike in runway incursions at Quad City International Airport in Moline, IL led representatives from the FAASTeam to issue a safety advisory to pilots.

A distinguished panel of legendary aviation personalities gathered on Oct. 23 at NBAA’s Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA2013) to honor a man they each point to as an inspiration in their own notable careers and endeavors: Apollo 17 astronaut Eugene "Gene" Cernan, the last man on the moon. "You empower us, you inspire us, you make the world a better place, said famed aerobatic performer Sean D. Tucker, who moderated the panel following the presentation of NBAA's 2013 Meritorious Service to Aviation Award at the event's Second-Day Opening General Session. "Just for us to be sitting here with you is an honor. This community loves you."

Jeppesen issued an alert warning all operators that the tower monitor frequency at San Francisco International is not depicted on the current charting cycle, dated June 21, 2013, for two approach procedures.

Launched by NBAA Air Traffic Services and several partner organizations in June 2013, the new FileSmart initiative encourages early and accurate flight planning.

The long, hot days of summer are here, which means lots of activity at general aviation (GA) airports nationwide. It also means that most elected officials (local, state and congressional representatives) are in their home states and districts, meeting with constituents.

Founded in 1957 and headquartered in Wichita, Berry Companies Inc. is a leader in selling, renting and supporting name-brand construction and materials handling equipment throughout the Midwest and the company uses business aviation as an integral part of its management structure.

Industry forecasts predict a sustained rebound in the business aviation market starting in 2013 and extending into the next decade and beyond