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NBAA-BACE 2026 Debuts New PDP Courses to Sharpen Leadership, Strengthen Safety Culture
09/15/2026 - 12:01
As business aviation navigates growing operational complexity and heightened safety expectations, the industry’s need for strong leadership has never been greater. In response, the 2026 National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) is introducing a new, exciting slate of Professional Development Program (PDP) courses, led by industry experts and designed to equip attendees with practical tools to sharpen leadership skills and strengthen safety culture across their organizations.
Business Aviation Legend Roger Whyte to Receive NBAA’s Doswell Award
09/14/2026 - 12:34
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) will honor business-aviation leader, former industry executive and steadfast industry advocate, Roger Whyte, with the association’s prestigious John P. “Jack” Doswell Award at the 2026 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) coming to Las Vegas, Oct. 20-22.
Mint Turbines Named Designated Overhaul Facility for Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A and PT6T Engines
09/14/2026 - 12:23
Mint Turbines, based in Stroud, OK, is named a Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) Designated Overhaul Facility (DOF), expanding its portfolio of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) authorizations and strengthening its position as a trusted provider of turbine engine maintenance, repair and overhaul services. Pratt & Whitney is an RTX business.
MSA Safety Launches A1X, the Next Generation WinGrip Vacuum Anchor for Aircraft Maintenance
09/10/2026 - 12:27
MSA Safety announces the launch of the A1X™, its latest WinGrip® vacuum anchor designed to help make aircraft maintenance safer, faster and more versatile. The WinGrip® A1X™ vacuum anchor represents the latest evolution of MSA's proven AIO (All-In-One) WinGrip® system, delivering a lighter, more compact solution that meets the demands of modern aviation-maintenance operations.
Veryon Unveils Next-Generation Defect Analysis, Pulling Aircraft Faults and Part Failures into Every Chronic
09/09/2026 - 14:01
Veryon, a provider of aviation maintenance software and data intelligence solutions, announces the next generation of its Defect Analysis platform, now expanded to directly incorporate aircraft faults and part failures into every chronic — accelerating an investigation process that has historically taken engineering teams weeks to cross-reference data sources and confirm repeat-defect candidates before a task card can be issued.
IADA Expands NBAA-BACE Presence as Cooperation with NBAA Deepens
09/09/2026 - 13:12
The International Aircraft Dealers Association (IADA) will have a larger and more extensive presence than in previous years at the 2026 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE). This growth reflects IADA’s expanding international presence and cooperation on industry matters with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA). IADA dealers collectively handle more than half of all global preowned turbine business-aircraft transactions, giving the association a substantial base of actual transaction data and real-world market experience from which to assess industry conditions.
FAI Technik Named Authorized SpaceX Starlink Dealer, Strengthening Its Connectivity Offering
09/03/2026 - 14:51
FAI Technik successfully equips its first aircraft, a Bombardier Global Express XRS, with Starlink and is scheduled to complete additional installations across select aircraft within its fleet, bringing high-speed, low-latency connectivity to its own operations.
CAN’s ‘Fund an Angel’ Returns to NBAA-BACE, Supporting Free Flights for Cancer Patients
09/03/2026 - 14:41
To support its goal of providing free business-aircraft flights for cancer patients seeking treatment, Corporate Angel Network (CAN) is hosting its annual fundraiser, Fund an Angel, at the 2026 National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE). The event is set for 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Wed., Oct. 21, at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas on the Waterbleau Terrace. Christopher Hanke will return as the event’s host.
Momentum, Excitement High as Industry Readies for NBAA-BACE
09/01/2026 - 15:54
The 2026 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE), to be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center and Henderson Executive Airport (HND) Oct. 20-22, is gaining momentum with an extraordinary lineup of aircraft and exhibitors, fresh voices, aerospace legends, and transformative new experiences. Building from its record-setting lineup of spring 2026 NBAA events, the world’s most powerful business-aviation event is one week when the industry’s visionaries, investors and innovators convene and connect to define what’s next.
B&H Worldwide Renews Support for Yiewsley & West Drayton Food Bank
09/01/2026 - 09:38
B&H Worldwide, a global provider in aerospace logistics, successfully completes its second employee food donation drive in support of Yiewsley & West Drayton Food Bank, reinforcing the company's ongoing commitment to supporting the communities in which it operates. Following the success of its inaugural collection last year, employees at the company's global headquarters once again came together to donate a wide range of essential food items, toiletries and household products to help local individuals and families facing financial hardship.
Brian Rohloff Begins Tenure as Textron Aviation President and CEO
09/01/2026 - 09:23
Brian Rohloff assumes the role of president and CEO at Textron Aviation, bringing with him 29 years of experience across the company. Rohloff most recently served as the leader of the company's broad Global Customer Support organization, with additional roles that span manufacturing, parts, sales and finance, giving him a broad perspective on the people, products and customer relationships that define Textron Aviation.
08/27/2026 - 10:35
Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology announces that 13 students from its Tulsa campus aviation flight and aviation maintenance technology programs have been selected as recipients of scholarships through the Mike Rowe WORKS Foundation’s Work Ethic Scholarship Program. 
Airworthy.com Releases 2026 State of General Aviation Parts Report
08/24/2026 - 13:13
Parts and supply-chain challenges continue to put pressure on general-aviation maintenance shops, with 66% of industry professionals surveyed expecting the parts-supply environment to worsen in the near future, according to new research from TBX.
StandardAero Adds Bombardier Global Airframe Services at Van Nuys Facility
08/21/2026 - 09:35
StandardAero (NYSE: SARO), an independent pure-play provider of aerospace engine aftermarket services, including engine maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) and engine component repair, expands airframe maintenance services for its business-aviation customers at its Van Nuys, CA (VNY) facility to support select Bombardier Global aircraft maintenance and modifications.
Western Aircraft Completes First Falcon 8X 1C Inspection
08/21/2026 - 09:25
Western Aircraft, a Greenwich AeroGroup company, completes its first Dassault Falcon 8X 1C inspection, the most comprehensive scheduled maintenance event for Falcon aircraft. The project scope included the full 1C inspection, associated service bulletin compliance work, a Honeywell EASy IV cockpit upgrade and a dual Garmin GI 275 installation.
New Boeing Distribution Adds 75 LPA Red Box Aviation Parts to Speed Global Sourcing for Operators
08/01/2026 - 11:44
Boeing Distribution and LPA Group announce a new distribution agreement to expand access to ground-support equipment for business jet, helicopter, and business- and general-aviation (BAGA) operators worldwide. The agreement adds 75 parts to Boeing Distribution's portfolio.
Boeing’s Cold-Weather Engine Support Grows with New Deal
08/01/2026 - 11:28
James Matthews, global head of Distribution Sales for Boeing Global Services, and JJ Frigge, president of Hartzell Propeller, sign a new global distribution agreement that adds more than 300 parts to Boeing Distribution's portfolio. The new agreement brings Hartzell preheat and preconditioning systems for piston engines, turbine engines, and rotorcraft into Boeing's global supply chain.
Boeing and Hartzell Aviation Sign Global Parts Deal
08/01/2026 - 07:50
Boeing Distribution and Hartzell Aviation (HA) sign a new distribution agreement to supply more than 7,000 parts across Hartzell Aviation’s family of brands. The collaboration pairs Boeing Distribution’s global logistics, supply-chain expertise and 24/7 e-commerce platform with HA’s broad portfolio of engine accessories and exhaust, engine-mount and heating solutions tailored to general-aviation operators and MROs.
Duncan Aviation’s Brian Young Earns Industry-Leading ASNT Level 3 Certification
07/30/2026 - 11:17
Duncan Aviation's NDT expert, Brian Young, receives ASNT Level 3 certification in Liquid Penetrant Testing, Magnetic Particle Testing, Ultrasonic Testing, and Electromagnetic Testing. Widely regarded as the highest professional certification in the nondestructive testing industry, ASNT Level 3 certification recognizes individuals with advanced technical knowledge and extensive industry experience.
Duncan Aviation Adds Experienced Avionics Sales Representative to Support Aircraft Owners and Operators
07/30/2026 - 11:02
Aircraft owners and operators now have another experienced resource to help them navigate avionics upgrades and maintenance planning as Ben Lewandowski rejoins Duncan Aviation as an Avionics Service sales representative in Lincoln, NE.

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