It's Starting: GA Asked to Absorb FAA Budget Shortfalls

May 22, 2013 - General aviation is wearing the target as the FAA looks for revenue, with the agency appearing to be readying a plan to add burdens on recreational aviators with increased costs for a variety of activities. This is occurring even after the Congress enacted legislation that enabled the FAA to fully fund air traffic services. The agency is moving more aggressively toward assessing costs on duties that have always been covered under the FAA budget, including some essential air...
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It's Starting: GA Asked to Absorb FAA Budget Shortfalls

The agency is asking EAA to cover certain costs for its AirVenture operations, including air traffic controllers' travel, per diems, and overtime, which had traditionally been covered by the FAA.

Press Release • May 22nd, 2013
Areas USA Opens Big Bowl in O'Hare Airport's Terminal 5

The popular Asian eatery and Rick Bayless' Tortas Frontera fast-casual Mexican grill are among nine new restaurants set to arrive at T5 this year to expand food and beverage offerings to international travelers.

Press Release • May 22nd, 2013
ExcelAire Receives London City (LCY) Approval for its Fleet of Five Legacy Jets

Although it is the fifth busiest airport serving the greater London area, London City is the most convenient and efficient for business and leisure travelers visiting London via private jet.

Press Release • May 22nd, 2013
Air BP Moving to One Global Fuel Card – Sterling Card

The new blue Sterling Card for Avgas purchases will start to be introduced globally on June 1st (with the exception of Australia and New Zealand which will follow shortly) when Air BP’s 10,000 existing Flightcard holders will receive new cards and...

Press Release • May 22nd, 2013
AMTSociety Announces New Executive Director

Ronald Donner to Continue Mission Set by Thomas Hendershot

Press Release • May 22nd, 2013
Air BP Completes Initial OMEGA Implementation at London Oxford Airport

It will now offer continual training along with technical advice and specific guidance tailored to the airport's requirements.

Press Release • May 22nd, 2013
Cessna Turbo Skylane JT-A Takes First Production Flight

The aircraft has the distinction of being the first modern single engine aircraft powered by a piston engine specifically designed to run on Jet-A fuel.

Press Release • May 22nd, 2013
Solar Impulse Takes Flight Again with Arrival at STL Nearing

Lambert-St. Louis International Airport will be the next destination for the “Solar Impulse Across America” flight, which will also make stops at Washington DC-Dulles and New York’s JFK airports.

Press Release • May 22nd, 2013
Senate Passes CAP Congressional Gold Medal Bill

Bill S. 309 to honor Civil Air Patrol’s World War II veterans with a Congressional Gold Medal passed the U.S. Senate Monday night under unanimous consent.

Press Release • May 22nd, 2013
Gorman-Rupp Receives Presidential Award For Exports

The “E” Awards are the highest recognition any U.S. entity may receive for making a significant contribution to the expansion of U.S. exports.

Press Release • May 22nd, 2013
Aviation Safety Experts Join PRISM Helicopter and Business Aviation Team

Calvin Rieb is the Helicopter Aviation Services Program Manager and Jenna Albrecht is the Safety Analyst for Business Aviation.

Press Release • May 22nd, 2013
Elliott Aviation Adds Fifth Project Manager

The announcement comes shortly after Elliott Aviation revealed plans to create 50 new positions by 2015.

Press Release • May 22nd, 2013
Associated Air Center Signs Tenth BBJ 12-Year Overhaul Maintenance Inspection Check for Middle Eastern Customer

Work will include installation of a new full Cabin Management System (CMS) and new LED lighting

Press Release • May 22nd, 2013
Airbus Corporate Jets Awards Again Lufthansa Technik as Best VIP Cabin Outfitter

Award recognizes the best of the Airbus Approved Outfitting Centers in 2012.

Press Release • May 22nd, 2013
Sapura Aero's AeroHandlers Offers Distinct Ground Handling Services to All From Malaysia

Sapura Aero can provide integrated services to Malaysia's business aviation industry.

Press Release • May 22nd, 2013

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