Aviation

Business Jet Partners with Tegan Digital for Full Website Redesign

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

DALLAS, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Business Jet, a premier private aviation company based out of Dallas Love Field, has partnered with local marketing agency Tegan Digital to complete a comprehensive website redesign.

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  • DALLAS, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Business Jet, a premier private aviation company based out of Dallas Love Field, has partnered with local marketing agency Tegan Digital to complete a comprehensive website redesign.
  • Over the next several months, Tegan will focus on revamping Business Jet's online presence to elevate their brand identity and modernize the digital experience.
  • Tegan will lead efforts in copywriting and design with the goal of strengthening and unifying the company's overall look and feel.
  • "Business Jet's dedication to going above and beyond for their customers is something we deeply admire and seek to emulate in our own business," said John Herrington, partner at Tegan.

Leidos selected for Army National Guard aviation training contract

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

RESTON, Va., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE:LDOS), a Fortune® 500 innovation company, recently was awarded a new prime contract to perform aviation training services and operations support for the Army National Guard.

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  • RESTON, Va., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE:LDOS), a Fortune® 500 innovation company, recently was awarded a new prime contract to perform aviation training services and operations support for the Army National Guard.
  • "We're pleased to work with the Army National Guard to support aviation training and operations," said Tim Freeman, Leidos senior vice president and airborne systems business area lead.
  • "The National Guard is one of the nation's oldest institutions, always prepared to protect and defend our country.
  • "Army National Guard Aviation is excited about this new opportunity to join our highly professional Aviation training force with the experience and professionalism that Leidos brings to the fight," said COL A.C. Schilleci, Army National Guard chief aviation and safety division.

NEW RISE RENEWABLES ANNOUNCES CONVERSION OF STATE-OF-THE-ART RENEWABLE DIESEL FACILITY IN NEVADA PAVING THE WAY FOR SUSTAINABLE AVIATION FUEL (SAF) PRODUCTION

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

RENO, Nev., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- New Rise Renewables , a cutting-edge renewable energy company, announces the inauguration of its new 3200 barrel-per-day renewable sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) facility located at the Reno-Tahoe Industrial Complex in Storey County, Nevada.

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  • RENO, Nev., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- New Rise Renewables , a cutting-edge renewable energy company, announces the inauguration of its new 3200 barrel-per-day renewable sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) facility located at the Reno-Tahoe Industrial Complex in Storey County, Nevada.
  • This facility, situated on a 10-acre parcel at 611 Peru Drive, McCarran NV 89436, is nearly through the conversion of its existing renewable diesel plant as part of a groundbreaking effort to revolutionize the aviation industry by producing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
  • As the demand for sustainable aviation fuel continues to rise, estimating the need for over 3 billion gallons per year by 2030, New Rise Renewables is committed to decarbonizing the aviation industry while supporting American agriculture.
  • New Rise Renewables' entrance into the production of sustainable aviation fuel marks a pioneering effort in the industry.

SmartSky® First-of-Type Installation completed on CJ4 by Davinci Jets Services

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Monday, April 8, 2024

RESEARCH TRIANGLE, N.C., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SmartSky, provider of the most advanced inflight air-to-ground (ATG) connectivity for business aviation, today announced Davinci Jets Services has completed a first-article installation of the award-winning SmartSky LITE™ system on a Citation CJ4 aircraft. The Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the CJ4 is expected to be issued in the second quarter.

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  • RESEARCH TRIANGLE, N.C., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SmartSky, provider of the most advanced inflight air-to-ground (ATG) connectivity for business aviation, today announced Davinci Jets Services has completed a first-article installation of the award-winning SmartSky LITE™ system on a Citation CJ4 aircraft.
  • The Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the CJ4 is expected to be issued in the second quarter.
  • The project is the fourth SmartSky first-of-type installation completed by Davinci Jets Services, a full-service MRO and FAA Part 135 charter firm operated by North Carolina-based aircraft management firm Davinci Jets.
  • The flawless execution of the CJ4 installation underscores their high proficiency in SmartSky system upgrades.

Used Aircraft Inventory Levels Continue Upward Trend

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Monday, April 8, 2024

LINCOLN, Neb., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Last month, Sandhills Global reported that used aircraft inventory levels were resuming an upward trend.

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  • LINCOLN, Neb., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Last month, Sandhills Global reported that used aircraft inventory levels were resuming an upward trend.
  • "Although the bulk of available used aircraft in the market is five years old or older, we've seen an uptick in used late-model aircraft inventory levels over the past few months," says Controller Department Manager Brant Washburn.
  • Inventory levels of used piston single aircraft decreased 1.53% M/M and 18.71% YOY in March and continue to trend downwards.
  • Inventory levels of used turboprop aircraft increased 8.33% M/M and 15.64% YOY and are now trending sideways.

Oliver Wyman Combines CAVOK and SeaTec Consulting Under New Name - Oliver Wyman Vector

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Monday, April 8, 2024

The new name for the combined businesses is Oliver Wyman Vector and will be part of the firm's broader transportation practice.

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  • The new name for the combined businesses is Oliver Wyman Vector and will be part of the firm's broader transportation practice.
  • "We are excited to unveil Oliver Wyman Vector at the MRO Americas conference, one of the industry's premier events," said Tom Stalnaker, partner and Global Practice Head, Transportation and Services for Oliver Wyman.
  • "Oliver Wyman Vector brings together two businesses who will deliver exceptional results for our clients in the transportation industry working in conjunction with our Transportation and Services practice."
  • Oliver Wyman Vector will provide technical expertise across a wide range of services including technical consulting, engineering, and digital expertise in the aviation, aerospace and defense, and rail industries.

AAR breaks ground on MRO facility expansion in Oklahoma City

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Friday, April 5, 2024

WOOD DALE, Ill., April 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AAR CORP. (NYSE: AIR), a leading provider of aviation services to commercial and government operators, MROs, and OEMs, broke ground on the expansion of its maintenance, repair, and overhaul facility in Oklahoma City earlier today.

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  • WOOD DALE, Ill., April 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AAR CORP. (NYSE: AIR), a leading provider of aviation services to commercial and government operators, MROs, and OEMs, broke ground on the expansion of its maintenance, repair, and overhaul facility in Oklahoma City earlier today.
  • AAR's growth in Oklahoma City supports a recently expanded maintenance commitment from Alaska Airlines, a valued customer of AAR for more than 20 years.
  • Governor Matt Pinell; Senator Paul Rosino; Jeff Seymour of Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce – Economic Development; Terry Salmon, Chair of the Oklahoma City Airport Trust; and Jeff Mulder, Oklahoma City Director of Airports.
  • "The Oklahoma City Airport Trust is excited to partner with AAR to expand its Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul operation at Will Rogers World Airport.

SOUTHWEST AIRLINES ANNOUNCES BOARD OF DIRECTORS NOMINEES

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Friday, April 5, 2024

As previously announced, the Board is excited to nominate Lisa Atherton to join the Board as a new Director.

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  • As previously announced, the Board is excited to nominate Lisa Atherton to join the Board as a new Director.
  • "On behalf of the Board, I want to thank Ron and John for their long-standing commitment to Southwest Airlines.
  • They both made an immeasurable positive impact on the Board and our Company, and we owe them a tremendous debt of gratitude for their service," said Southwest Airlines Executive Chairman of the Board, Gary Kelly.
  • "I add my thanks to Ron and John for their many contributions and service to Southwest Airlines, and I am thrilled Lisa has been nominated to join our Board," said Southwest Airlines President and Chief Executive Officer, Bob Jordan .

Bombardier’s Global 7500 Jet Sets More Than 30 Speed Records, as Precedent-Setting Program Operates Flawlessly Around the World

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Monday, March 25, 2024

The Global 7500 also set more than 20 new flight records(1) in the fall of 2023, including routes from Singapore to Anchorage, Alaska and Montreal to Geneva.

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  • The Global 7500 also set more than 20 new flight records(1) in the fall of 2023, including routes from Singapore to Anchorage, Alaska and Montreal to Geneva.
  • The industry-defining Global 7500 jet is equally impressive when it comes to cabin design.
  • It also features the lowest cabin altitude of 2,900 feet when flying at 41,000 ft. – lower than any business jet today.
  • The Global 7500 record from Phoenix to Paris was set by charter firm Phenix Jet Cayman.

FTAI Aviation Ltd. Announces Timing of First Quarter 2024 Earnings and Conference Call

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Friday, March 22, 2024

NEW YORK, March 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FTAI Aviation Ltd. (NASDAQ: FTAI; the "Company" or “FTAI”) plans to announce its financial results for the first quarter 2024 after the closing of Nasdaq on Thursday, April 25, 2024.

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  • NEW YORK, March 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FTAI Aviation Ltd. (NASDAQ: FTAI; the "Company" or “FTAI”) plans to announce its financial results for the first quarter 2024 after the closing of Nasdaq on Thursday, April 25, 2024.
  • A copy of the press release and an earnings supplement will be posted to the Investor Relations section of the Company's website, https://www.ftaiaviation.com/ .
  • In addition, management will host a conference call on Friday, April 26, 2024 at 8:00 A.M. Eastern Time.
  • A replay of the conference call will be available after 11:30 A.M. on Friday, April 26, 2024 through 11:30 A.M. on Friday, May 3, 2024 on https://ir.ftaiaviation.com/news-events/presentations /.