MMSL-CSL Airport Alternative for Visitors to Baja 

Manny Aviation is concerned about the aircraft, crew and passengers that need to fly to Los Cabos/San Lucas in the Baja and would like pilots to consider MMSL/CSL as a feasible option instead. It can be used for not only repositioning aircraft overnight, but also as a point of entry because of its international capabilities....

STAY-SEALED Develops Watertight Fuel Cap Covers 

Can aircraft owners live without water? STAY-SEALED, Inc., a company based in Lakeland, Fla., says, “Yes!” STAY-SEALED has been researching and documenting the age-old problem of water/fuel contamination in general aviation aircraft. The company took on this problem by designing and developing a sealed fuel cap cover. ...

Executive Beechcraft Adds Staff in Key Company Positions 

Executive Beechcraft adds some muscle to its management team with the appointment of Barbara Knox as Controller and Valerie Scott as Area Human Resources Manager. The two join the company effective immediately, according to officials, and will be based at the flagship facility located at the Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport in Kansas City, Mo....

Lake Texoma Jet Center (GYI) Thrives Under New Management 

New Avfuel-branded customer, Lake Texoma Jet Center, serves the general aviation industry with an ideal Texas location and competitive fuel pricing. The company, based out of the North Texas Regional Airport, came under current ownership in December of 2007. As part of its alliance with Avfuel, Lake Texoma Jet Center rewards pilots with AVTRIP points when they refuel and serves the Avfuel Contract Fuel program for in-transit jet fuel savings. ...

Banyan Avionics Expands Into Large Business Aircraft 

Whether it is High-Speed Data, WI-FI, entertainment or infra-red enhanced vision systems, the Banyan Avionics Team can meet your needs.

Banyan’s avionics department has recently completed installations on three large-size aircraft: a Gulfstream IV SP (Entertainment), a Falcon 900B (Infra-Red Enhanced Vision System) and a private Boeing 747SP (TW550 TV, High Speed Data/WI-FI), which was done in Europe. Projects currently underway are a Boeing BBJ (High Speed Data/WI-FI) and a Gulfstream III (Entertainment)....

Jet Source Adds Luxurious Bombardier Challenger 601 to its Fleet of Chartered Aircraft 

Jet Source, a full-service aviation firm headquartered at the McClellan-Palomar Airport in Carlsbad, Calif., has announced a new addition to its fleet of chartered aircraft. The Bombardier Challenger 601 (model Challenger 601-1A/3A) provides up to six hours of travel time to reach destinations up to 3,450 miles. Now, Jet Source charter clients have a superior choice when making their next travel plans to destinations such as New York, Hawaii and Mexico. ...

AVFUEL LAUNCHES ONLINE STORE 

By Marsha Barancik

Avfuel’s new online store enables customers from around the world to shop more efficiently for aviation supplies. The store is operated by Avfuel’s equipment and technical services division. Products for sale online include de-icing, fuel system parts, testing equipment and other FBO supplies, including apparel. Currently, shopavfuel.com lists more than 300 common products produced by 45 manufacturers. The technical support it provides is available for making purchasing decisions....

SPEAKER RECOMMENDS GUERRILLA RECRUITING AND PERSONALIZED MANAGEMENT TACTICS 

By Marsha Barancik

Finding key talent is a priority in every industry today, so look to guerrilla tactics to get the job done, Leigh Branham, founder and principal of Keeping the People Inc., said. Branham, who consults with a range of industries on human resources issues, spoke at NATA’s recent Airports & FBO Symposium in Dallas.

The main obstacle with hiring is that “most companies are not doing near the job they should,” he said....

Woodland Aviation, Inc. Becomes Cessna Service Station and Diamond Aircraft Service Center 

Avfuel customer Woodland Aviation, Inc. of Watts/Woodland Airport (041), has recently announced the expansion of its overall offerings. Not only has the aviation service provider been approved as an official Cessna Service Station for all models of Cessna single engine piston aircraft, but they have also become a service center for Diamond Aircraft. ...

G.ops Appoints Philippe Rouin Sales & Marketing Manager 

G.ops, one of the fastest growing companies in Ops, announced in February the appointment of Philippe Rouin as Sales & Marketing Manager. Rouin will join G.ops from BizCom', Hopscotch Marketing Agency.

G.ops' CEO, Karim Berrandou, said the company was delighted to announce Rouin's appointment to Sales & Marketing Manager. "Rouin's expertise in advertising and marketing will be invaluable to G.ops to gain new businesses," Berrandou said....

Houma Jet Center Kicks Off AvFuel Alliance with 20 AVTRIP Bonus Points 

New Avfuel-branded fixed-base operator, Houma Jet Center of Houma-Terrebonne Airport (HUM), is keeping costs down for general aviation customers despite nationwide price hikes of jet fuel. Houma’s prices are among the very lowest in the region and for a limited time this premier FBO is awarding visiting pilots with 20 bonus AVTRIP points per gallon of fuel purchased. This promotion ends May 31, 2008....

Customer Appreciation Day at Hangar63 – FXE 

Banyan’s Hangar63 and Tropic Aero will hold their annual customer appreciation day on Saturday, May 3, 2008, from 11 am – 2 pm (rain or shine). Included will be hot dogs and hamburgers, drawings and special sales. ...

Banyan to Exhibit at EBACE 

Banyan Air Service, Inc., based at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport in Florida, will be exhibiting for the first time at EBACE (Booth 2147) from May 20 – 22, 2008, at Geneva Palexpo.

Banyan will be promoting its new FBO terminal building, aircraft sales and management, maintenance and avionics services. ...

Banyan’s First ZR LITE Installation 

The maintenance department at Banyan Air Service recently installed its first Raisbeck ZR LITE Performance System on a Lear 31A.

Banyan’s Anthony Bessellieu was the crew leader for this installation. In addition, Bill Lally, Raisbeck’s director of customer support, was on hand to offer technical guidance and support. "I am very impressed by the professionalism and skill of the Banyan maintenance technicians,” Lally said....

VLJS STAR IN FAA'S GENERAL AVIATION FORECAST  

By Marsha Barancik

The active general aviation fleet will grow 1.3 percent annually and ultimately reach 286,500 aircraft in 2025, according to an FAA forecast issued this month.

Even though deliveries of very light jets (VLJs) in 2007 reached a total of only 143, a figure that was severely short of a previous forecast, the FAA believes that 1000 VLJs could be in use by 2010 and an estimated 8145 by 2025....