Advocacy of BizAv interests in Europe: A call to unity and resolve
By Roman Kok, Senior Communications Manager European Business Aviation Association © EBAA In 2024, Holger Krahmer, the newly appointed Secretary General of the European Business Aviation Association (EBAA), steps into his role with a blend of pride and solemnity....
Rolls-Royce powering towards a net-zero future
By Tim Huppler In December of 2023, Tufan Erginbilgic, the Turkish-born CEO of Rolls-Royce Plc, with a background in Engineering, announced, “Becoming the first jet engine manufacturer to publicly confirm all our in-production engines for long-haul aircraft and...
Is bizAv going to maintain altitude in 2024?
By Richard Koe The business aviation industry in 2023 appeared to exit the turbulence created by the pandemic, the surge in flight demand tapering off record peaks, pre-owned transactions becalmed, whilst order books for new aircraft have extended out several years....
First dedicated Amphibious Aviation conference launches in Venice
By Iris Savage - ©Jekta Since the first amphibious flights in the 1910s, aircraft with the capability to take off from and land on water and runways have inspired scenes depicting romance, adventure, and glamour. Flying boats played a pivotal role in the dawn of...
Navigating Business Aviation Through Turbulence in Europe
By Pete Bunce, President and CEO, General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) © GAMA The global general and business aviation industry continues to show steady growth and stability despite facing some headwinds. While the industry has shown incredible resolve,...
Revamping regionals
By Caroline Phaneuf - © Flying Colours & AIRHAWKE Savvy buyers looking to invest in a VIP or corporate shuttle aircraft are increasingly considering converting a well-priced former regional airliner and customizing it to fit their exact wants and mission needs....
Antonia Lukacinova, Executive Director Media Tribune
Founder of the Media Tribune agency, which provides a full portfolio of services that include public relations, promotion and publicity, Antonia Lukacinova, who initiated the Sapphire Pegasus business aviation awards, is also the author of Jet Book: The Ultimate Guide...
The new Kid on the block
British startup Hill Helicopters is shaking up the codes and preparing for the industrialization of a new 5-seater light helicopter. But there is a long way to go… On December 6th 2023, Hill Helicopters unveiled the first two completed airframes of its HX50 light...
Future connectivity now
By Iris Savage I © Satcom Direct «It’s a significant milestone,» says Michael Skou Christensen, Chief Commercial Officer at Satcom Direct. «It’s been a year since the Plane Simple® Ku-band tail-mount terminal entered into service, and the rollout has been phenomenally...
Prestigious Hotelier: Sir Rocco Forte – Chairman and Founder of Rocco Forte Hotels
Interview By Sylvie Péron I © Rocco Forte Hotels Son of the late hotelier and businessman, Lord Charles Forte, Sir Rocco Forte established Rocco Forte Hotels with his sister, Olga Polizzi in 1996. Rocco Forte Hotels comprises: Hotel de la Ville, Hotel de Russie and...
