West Star Aviation announces the promotion of Bobby Price to project manager at its East Alton, IL (ALN), facility.

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) announces that Dr. Sian Proctor, the mission pilot for the Inspiration4 all-civilian spaceflight launched on Sept. 16, 2021, will be a Day 2 keynote speaker at the 2021 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE). NBAA-BACE takes place Oct. 12-14 in Las Vegas, NV, where Proctor will join an inspiring roster of visionaries, heroes and leaders.

TRAXXALL, a provider of aviation intelligence — from essential maintenance tracking to sophisticated data analytics — launches its new 'MRO' module. Interoperating with TRAXXALL’s industry-leading maintenance tracking and inventory management modules, 'MRO' helps operators build better businesses by generating and leveraging rich data for maximum operational efficiency and financial success.

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) announces that industry veteran and former association board chair Don Baldwin will receive the 2021 John P. “Jack” Doswell Award during the organization’s 2021 Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE), set for Oct. 12-14 in Las Vegas, NV. The award will be presented on Oct. 14 during the NBAA-BACE National Safety forum.

Stevens Aerospace and Defense Systems, LLC (“Stevens”) announces that Juan Gutierrez (Commander, USN retired) has joined its government operations team as director of Government Business Development.

Kelly Aero, LLC, introduces an all-new FAA PMA-approved direct-replacement line of four- and six-cylinder magnetos.

In response to the overwhelmingly positive viewer feedback on its 2021 virtual seminars, Concorde is taking its customers' suggestions and offering FAA-approved IA seminars focused on three distinct disciplines: piston, turbine and rotorcraft. All are welcome to the free events. IA status is not required.

Cutter Aviation announces the appointment of Mark Herzog as flight department director based in Phoenix, AZ. In his role, Herzog will oversee Cutter Aviation’s charter, flight and aircraft management for its domestic and international client base.

Duncan Aviation delivers a Gulfstream G550 that was transformed with a full interior refurbishment and avionics upgrades. The customer wanted to refresh the dated aircraft with a sleek, new look, and so the Duncan Aviation Interior and Design teams incorporated modern styling cues, modifying the seat design and handrails and adding high-contrast materials.

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) is saddened to learn of the passing of James D. (Jim) Raisbeck, CEO of Raisbeck Engineering, who died Aug. 31 at the age of 84. Raisbeck’s 67-year career was built upon using his knowledge of fluid dynamics to create products that reduced drag, enhance overall performance, and increased safety margins for numerous business and commercial aircraft.