Arturo Weiss

(August 23, 2004) - Cessna says its CJ3 will be first aircraft in its class to integrate electronic charts with its flight management system (FMS) performance database. According to Cessna, the CJ3's Collins Pro Line 21 system will display the airplane’s position on approach and airport diagrams while also showing departure and arrival procedures as well as enhanced map overlays with airspace boundaries and high and low federal airways. In other words, the CJ3's avionics system will display current aeronautical charts and airways, as an option, on an 8-inch by 10-inch multi-function display (MFD). First flight of the CJ3 prototype was on April 17, 2004; FAA certification and first deliveries are expected during the fourth quarter of 2004. The standard CJ3 avionics package will include Collins FMS-3000, dual Radio Tuning Units (RTUs), digital Comm and Nav radios, di... (more)

Fractionals vs Air Charters

  You may hear the terms fractional operator, charter, and air taxi used frequently and, sometimes, interchangeably. While each type of operation shares similarities with the others, there are subtle differences. Learning which travel option is right for you is much easier once you understand the pros and cons of each type of service. A Popular Alternative to Commercial Travel Charter flights offer comfort and convenience, allowing busy executives to escape the security hassles and rigid schedules of airline travel without much advance notice. Charters also allow travelers to acce... (more)

Chartering Your Island Getaway

Have you ever envied how some people are able to fly off to a Caribbean destination without ever having to deal with the delays and hassles that traditional airlines service entails? Have you wondered about the secret formula that guarantees a personalized travel experience that is tailored to your schedule and not the airline's? The answer is jet charter flights. Once considered a means of travel for high rollers and for those with more than a few dollars to spare, charter flying is surprisingly more accessible than the average airline traveler might think. The term charter fly... (more)

What Are Your Options?

Here's a look at a selection of charter and fractional companies currently in operation. NetJets In 1986, Executive Jet pioneered fractional aircraft ownership with the NetJets program offering a highly efficient and cost-effective way for individuals and companies to meet the demanding travel requirements of today's busy lifestyles. Executive Jet first implemented fractional jet ownership in the United States, with the NetJets U.S. program, and has since expanded NetJets' success to Europe and the Middle East. This year NetJets will fly over 250,000 flights to more than 140 cou... (more)

NBAA Names Edward M. Bolen President and CEO

(August 10, 2004) - National Business Aviation Association has elected its new Chief Executive Officer. On Thursday, the NBAA announced the selection of Edward M. Bolen as president and CEO of the organization, which represents more than 7,600 companies that operate general aviation aircraft. Before accepting the NBAA role, Bolen served as president and CEO of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA), a Washington-based organization representing more than 50 of the world's leading manufacturers of general aviation airplanes, engines, avionics and related equipment. A... (more)