The business-aviation industry faces a growing demand for skilled pilots, technicians and operations professionals, as an experienced workforce approaches retirement and companies across the sector are competing for talented employees. To help meet that need, the 2026 National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) will host transitioning military personnel to the Military Connect program on Wed., Oct. 21 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Epic Aircraft, manufacturer of the E1000 line of single-engine turboprop aircraft, choses Yingling Aviation to join its network of authorized service centers, creating more opportunities for Epic operators in the Midwest.

C&L Aerospace, a C&L Aviation Group company, announces that Justin Kinckle has joined the organization as regional sales manager, focusing on business-jet aircraft parts sales and supporting customers throughout the Northeast and Midwest United States, as well as Eastern Canada.

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) announces it will bestow its 2026 Dr. Tony Kern Professionalism in Aviation Award upon eight individuals who exemplify the highest standards of professionalism and leadership in support of business-aviation safety.

Continuing its ongoing role in drawing future leaders to the industry, the National Business Aviation Association’s (NBAA’s) 2026 Collegiate Connect program provides college students with comprehensive firsthand exposure to the many career opportunities available in business aviation. The Collegiate Connect session takes place Thurs., Oct. 22, on the final day of the NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) in Las Vegas.

Duncan Aviation is bringing its 70th anniversary celebration to NBAA-BACE 2026 and inviting the business-aviation community to become part of the company’s story.

Duncan Aviation's Joe Tulowitzki, Turbine Engine Service sales rep, is honored with the FAA’s (Federal Aviation Administration's) Charles Taylor Master Mechanic Award, recognizing his 51-year career and lifetime dedication to the aviation maintenance profession.

SmartJets, a business aircraft dealer-broker, announces its outlook for a strong Q4 2026. The business-jet market is in full growth, characterized by high transaction volumes and large manufacturer backlogs, with ultra-high-net-worth individuals and corporate flight departments principally driving the trend.

Flight Safety Foundation announces it will recognize two highly regarded industry stalwarts for their leadership, innovation and overall contributions to aviation safety during the 79th annual International Aviation Safety Summit, scheduled for Nov. 10-12, 2026, in Montreal. “Is Aviation Really Ready to Scale Safely? — Leadership for Growth, Complexity, and Disruption” is the theme of this year’s summit. 

West Star Aviation launches a new live AOG technician map, giving business-aviation operators greater visibility into its nationwide Aircraft-on-Ground (AOG) support network and the technical expertise available to assist when aircraft are unexpectedly grounded.