News & Publications

Given the complexities of the regulatory environment for charter companies and brokers, a small slip in business practices, even if unintentional, might generate a huge fine for charter brokers and operators.

Although there is cautious optimism that the market for business aircraft sales may be slowly rebounding, buyers still face a very challenging environment compared to the one that existed in the years prior to September 2008.

In remarks before the Atlanta Aero Club on May 5, FAA chief Randy Babbitt said a final FAA reauthorization bill would help the agency’s planning and management NextGen.

Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper (D-CO) last week issued a proclamation declaring that June 2011 will be 'General Aviation Appreciation Month' in the state. The action comes just over a month ahead of the Colorado Aviation Business Association's (CABA) second annual 'Aviation Saves' open house, which runs June 10-11 at Centennial Airport in Englewood, CO, near Denver.

After three months of focused advocacy, the Connecticut business aviation community has succeeded in stopping two devastating tax increases. The state legislature last week passed a budget that did not contain two tax proposals opposed by the industry: a new personal property tax on all aircraft and the elimination of the sales tax exemption for maintenance and repair of light aircraft.

A series of economic summits designed by Kansas Governor Sam Brownback (R-KS) to grow the state's economy kicked off on Monday, April 25, focusing on general aviation (GA). Later summits will ask other industry leaders for input, with ideas from all summit meetings used to formulate an action plan for creating jobs.

Los Angeles City Council officials have passed a resolution supporting efforts to close six flight schools operating at Santa Monica Airport (SMO), based on the patently false and politically motivated allegation that they are a safety hazard.

In the past ten years, the NBAA Falcon Technical Committee has worked with Dassault Falcon to identify ways to improve the service and support they provide. During this time, open lines of communication developed, and the representatives of Falcon have been receptive to new ideas and have implemented new procedures when possible and appropriate.

Missouri has issued a proclamation declaring March 2011 as 'General Aviation Appreciation Month,' making Missouri the 21st state to officially recognize the value of all general aviation (GA), including business aviation. The proclamation was issued immediately following a recent 'State Aviation Day' in Jefferson City, sponsored by NBAA and other industry groups to advocate for policies that promote the industry and the jobs it creates.

Local general aviation groups in Missouri came together in the state capital last month to advocate for policies that promote the industry and the jobs it creates. More than 500 industry representatives participated in the fifth annual Missouri Aviation Day in Jefferson City on March 29. NBAA has been a sponsor of Missouri Aviation Day for the past few years.

The value of hosting a safety day, plus invaluable tips on how to plan for and hold a local safety event, were the subject of a recent NBAA Regional Group Leadership Webinar, one in a series of webinars that NBAA hosts for the benefit of and at the request of regional business aviation groups nationwide.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) elected to stay a proposed rule that would have mandated replacement of 121.5 MHz emergency locator transmitters (ELTs) with 406 MHz ELTs. On March 29, the FCC published a final rule that indefinitely stays its original order regarding ELTs. NBAA joined the FAA and others in the aviation industry in protesting the FCC proposed rule when it was initially introduced. Through a separate Federal Register notice, the FCC will request further comment on the future of 121.5 MHz ELTs. NBAA will keep Members apprised of any further developments.

The two leaders of the House General Aviation Caucus are on a mission: Reps. Sam Graves (R-6-MO) and John Barrow (D-12-GA) are dedicated to growing … Continued

Operators with aircraft equipped with an FAA approved Enhanced Flight Visual System (EFVS) must make it known to their pilots it is imperative to understand how to use the system safely. The NBAA Access Committee has developed this resource for Members on the operational considerations applicable to the use of EFVS, the relationship between the final approach segment vertical descent angle and any installed visual glide slope indicator and how that relationship is depicted on instrument approach charts.

The FAA has released Information For Operators (InFO) 11009, Failure to Comply with Minimum Crossing Altitudes at Stepdown Fixes Located on Instrument Landing System (ILS) Inbound Courses and updated the guidance on this topic in the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM). These changes are as a result of the NBAA Access Committee's involvement in the Aeronautical Charting Forum.

The ability to transport sensitive or outsized equipment is an important reason many companies rely on business aviation, but operators should be aware of the risks and legal restrictions on carrying hazardous materials (hazmat).

What would bring organizations as disparate as the National Farmers Union, Management Association of Private Photogrammetric Surveyors and the West Virginia Coal Association together in common cause? Promoting the value of general aviation, of course.

A video spotlighting the generosity of businesses in flying wounded U.S. veterans to medical appointments or other events was posted on March 28 to the popular cable channel CNNMoney.com, in its “Conscious Capitalism” series.

Government officials are taking action to severely curtail the effectiveness of the Block Aircraft Registration Request (BARR) Program, and NBAA needs you to make your voice heard on the issue - immediately