Ongoing headlines reporting tragic airline safety issues, dangerous aircraft manufacturing practices, and aviation whistleblower retaliation require that Congress reevaluate the anti-retaliation framework protecting aviation whistleblowers. Supporters are urged to join the National Whistleblower Center's campaign.

Flightstar Corporation, a full-service maintenance, repair and overhaul operation (MRO) based in Central Illinois, announces a significant expansion with the completion of a new aircraft storage hangar designated as Hangar 11.

Coulson Aviation, the world's largest aerial firefighting company, announces the addition of Brent Misura as its new vice president of Design, further enhancing Coulson's ongoing commitment to lead the industry in the design, manufacture and operation of firefighting aircraft.

Duncan Aviation announces the appointment of Shane Mack as a Turbine Engine technical representative, or tech rep, for Honeywell and GE aircraft engines, providing invaluable support to customers, sales teams, and technicians. Each tech rep is a leader in their respective area, offering guidance through highly complex scenarios. Shane Mack’s promotion is a testament to his expertise, dedication and commitment to excellence.

Staying compliant in a dynamic regulatory environment is an essential part of being both reliable and safe. Nimbl plays an integral role as a member of NBAA’s IOC committee, providing expert insight. Clément Meersseman, Nimbl’s VP, Strategic Partnerships, will join the Global Review of the Evolving Regulatory Landscape panel discussion on Wed., Feb. 12, from 2:30pm to 3:30pm Eastern in San Juan, Puerto Rico, during the 2025 NBAA International Operators Conference (IOC2025).

SmartJets, a turnkey business-aircraft dealer-broker, announces the sale of a Dassault Falcon 2000 in just 27 days, including pre-purchase inspection (PPI). The buyer was represented by Talon Air of Farmingdale, NY. The sale represents one of the most rapid transactions in SmartJets’ history.

Aviation Partners authorizes three new maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) specialists to join its installation network for its performance-boosting winglets. The addition of Western Aircraft, Yingling Aviation and SEAL Aviation to the Aviation Partners’ network allows Dassault Falcon owners greater geographic options to upgrade their jets.

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) welcomes the announcement made by President Donald Trump that Chris Rocheleau has been appointed acting administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), as the agency responds to the Jan. 29 midair collision between American Eagle Flight 5342 and an Army Black Hawk helicopter near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).

National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) president and CEO, Ed Bolen, issues the following statement regarding the Jan. 29 midair collision between American Eagle Flight 5342 and an Army Black Hawk helicopter near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), in which all lives were lost.

To commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Allied victory in World War II, Ready 4 Duty, a historic U.S. Navy World War II-era aircraft operated by the Dallas-based Commemorative Air Force (CAF), is embarking on a transatlantic journey from Texas to Europe to honor the service and sacrifice of American and Allied sailors.