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Bombardier Takes Best-Selling Challenger 350 Business Jet to New Heights with Enhanced Cabin Experience

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Thursday, July 16, 2020

Bombardier recently marked the 350th delivery of the Challenger 350 business jet, a milestone reached after only six years in service.

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  • Bombardier recently marked the 350th delivery of the Challenger 350 business jet, a milestone reached after only six years in service.
  • Bombardier is pleased to introduce high-speed Viasat Ka-band connectivity aboard the Challenger 350 aircraft for an enhanced internet experience over business aviations most popular routes and regions.
  • This offering will be available on new and in-service Challenger 350 aircraft, as well as on all in-service Challenger 300-series aircraft.
  • Bombardier, Challenger, Challenger 350, and Global 7500 are unregistered or registered trademarks of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries.

Bombardier Challenger 350 Aircraft Reaches Milestone 350th Delivery

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Thursday, July 9, 2020

The Challenger 350 business jet stands out with its exceptional cabin, signature smooth ride, outstanding operating costs and unmatched value proposition

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  • The Challenger 350 business jet stands out with its exceptional cabin, signature smooth ride, outstanding operating costs and unmatched value proposition
    MONTREAL, July 09, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bombardier is celebrating the 350th delivery of its beloved and best-selling Challenger 350 business jet, which continues to evolve and solidify its market-leading status.
  • Among pilots, the Challenger 350 aircraft is recognized as being agile, reliable and a pleasure to fly.
  • The 350th delivery of a Challenger 350 aircraft, reached after only six years in service, speaks volumes, said Peter Likoray, Senior Vice President, Worldwide Sales and Marketing, Bombardier Business Aircraft.
  • Bombardier, Challenger and Challenger 350 are unregistered or registered trademarks of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries.

Talon Air Begins Westward Expansion with New Falcon 2000

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Tuesday, July 7, 2020

FARMINGDALE, N.Y., July 7, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Talon Air has expanded its fleet and geographic footprint with the addition of a Scottsdale, Arizona (SDL) based Falcon 2000.

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  • FARMINGDALE, N.Y., July 7, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Talon Air has expanded its fleet and geographic footprint with the addition of a Scottsdale, Arizona (SDL) based Falcon 2000.
  • The new Falcon jet becomes Talon's 41st managed aircraft and the fifth addition to the Talon fleet since mid-April.
  • The Falcon 2000 offers high-speed WIFI, plush leather seating for ten and transcontinental and intercontinental range.
  • Talon Air manages and operates a diverse fleet of 41 aircraft, including Gulfstream, Bombardier, Falcon and Hawker products such as the Gulfstream G550, Falcon 2000, Challenger 604 and 300, Hawker 4000, 900XP, 850XP and 800XP.

ADVENTURE STILL AWAITS: EXPLORE, RELAX AND RECONNECT WITH VISTAJET'S SAFE HAVENS

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Wednesday, July 8, 2020

VistaJet World Safe Havens presents seven exceptional destinations, all with privacy, health and minimized contact at their core:

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  • VistaJet World Safe Havens presents seven exceptional destinations, all with privacy, health and minimized contact at their core:
    VistaJet Members can explore the naturalsplendorof Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands during a 14-day exclusive trip.
  • This journey allows for a low impact, low touch private adventure in Africa and Antarctica, offering absolute isolation in safe, luxurious, and breath-taking surroundings.
  • The Safe Havens collection will expand to more destinations across the globe during the Summer and Autumn months.
  • To request a VistaJet World Safe Havens adventure, visit vistajet.com/privateoffice .

VistaJet Extends Onboard Medical and Safety Support for Its Global Customers

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Thursday, July 2, 2020

LONDON, July 02, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VistaJet, the first and only global business aviation company, places the safety, security and wellbeing of its customers and colleagues above all else.

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  • LONDON, July 02, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VistaJet, the first and only global business aviation company, places the safety, security and wellbeing of its customers and colleagues above all else.
  • Tempus IC2 is a vital signs monitor with integrated telemedicine, designed for use in remote medical emergencies by non-medical experts.
  • These days, with increased general safety requirements, the value of critical care is becoming more and more prominent, especially for those traveling hours away from quality medical help.
  • Having RDTs Tempus IC2 monitors on VistaJet Global flights provide reassurance and assistance for passengers and crew on the aircraft.

Jet Edge International Introduces Industry-Leading Charter Revenue Model, Adds 16 New Managed Aircraft to Fleet In 2020

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Friday, June 26, 2020

This simplified revenue model streamlines the charter sales process while increasing revenues for managed aircraft owners.

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  • This simplified revenue model streamlines the charter sales process while increasing revenues for managed aircraft owners.
  • In many cases managed firms can have multiple owners who all have different charter revenue terms.
  • The complexities of having variable charter agreements across a fleet creates a highly inefficient selling environment for both the charter operator and the owner.
  • For additional details on the All Quoted Revenue program or general information about Jet Edge aircraft management, contact [email protected] or call 818.442.0096.

Remembering Raymond B. Luhnow Jr., Former Burns & McDonnell President

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Monday, June 22, 2020

KANSAS CITY, Mo., June 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Raymond "Ray" B. Luhnow Jr., the second president of Burns & McDonnell, died June 6 at the age of 97.

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  • KANSAS CITY, Mo., June 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Raymond "Ray" B. Luhnow Jr., the second president of Burns & McDonnell, died June 6 at the age of 97.
  • He retired in 1982, after 36 years with Burns & McDonnell, serving the last eight years as president.
  • "Ray successfully led Burns & McDonnell through challenging years under Armco Steel, diversified the firm's services and doubled the number of employees from 650 to 1,300," says Ray Kowalik, chairman and CEO of Burns & McDonnell.
  • Robert (Bob) H. McDonnell, the first president of Burns & McDonnell and son of co-founder Robert E. McDonnell, personally hired and recruited him.

Set Jet First to Implement Evolv Technology's New Threat Detection Technology for Private Jet Travel

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Monday, June 22, 2020

Set Jet announced today that it has added the Evolv Express weapons-detection system at its private VIP Terminal and Member Lounge in Scottsdale.

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  • Set Jet announced today that it has added the Evolv Express weapons-detection system at its private VIP Terminal and Member Lounge in Scottsdale.
  • As the exclusive representative in the private aviation sector for Evolv Technology, Set Jet will be introducing the technology to other fixed base operators (FBOs) in the United States as part of its efforts to implement the system throughout the entire private jet community.
  • In typical fashion, Set Jet again has been extremely proactive by being the first to obtain and deploy the state-of-the-art Evolv weapons-detection technology in their industry.
  • ABOUT SET JET: Privately held and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, Set Jet is a membership-based private jet charter flight platform available exclusively for security pre-screened and approved members.

Private Jet Services Group Announces Partnership with iAero Airways

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Wednesday, June 17, 2020

SEABROOK, N.H., June 17, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Private Jet Services Group (PJS), North America's largest aviation consultancy and charter broker for Part 121 movements, today announced a partnership with iAero Airways (formerly known as Swift Air) in response to the increasing need for private aviation.

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  • SEABROOK, N.H., June 17, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Private Jet Services Group (PJS), North America's largest aviation consultancy and charter broker for Part 121 movements, today announced a partnership with iAero Airways (formerly known as Swift Air) in response to the increasing need for private aviation.
  • About Private Jet Services Group:
    Founded in 2003, Private Jet Services Group (PJS) is North America's largest aviation consultancy.
  • The companies within the iAero Group family include charter airline iAero Airways (fka Swift Air), engine MRO iAero Thrust (fka AeroThrust), and airframe MRO iAero Tech (fka Miami Tech).
  • iAero Group is supported by Blackstone, one of the world's leading investment firms, which also holds a minority equity investment in iAero Group.

ATSG Delivers Boeing 767 Freighter to Raya Airways of Malaysia

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Monday, June 8, 2020

Air Transport Services Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATSG) announced the delivery by its Cargo Aircraft Management (CAM) subsidiary of a Boeing 767-200 converted freighter to Raya Airways of Malaysia under a five-year lease.

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  • Air Transport Services Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATSG) announced the delivery by its Cargo Aircraft Management (CAM) subsidiary of a Boeing 767-200 converted freighter to Raya Airways of Malaysia under a five-year lease.
  • This will be the second Boeing 767-200 freighter that Raya Airways has leased from CAM and put into service.
  • We are proud to take acceptance of this airplane from ATSG, said Mohamad Najib Bin Ishak, managing director of Raya Airways.
  • ATSG, through its leasing and airline subsidiaries, is the world's largest owner and operator of converted Boeing 767 freighter aircraft.