Flight vision systems
Enabling safer flight operations in low-visibility environments. By Owen Davies Contributing Writer any things are called game-changers, although most aren’t. However, when Gulfstream introduced its Honeywell-made Synthetic Vision System – Primary Flight Display to business aircraft in 2005, it was the real thing. Corporate pilots who had seen nothing but gray or rain outside the […]
Aircraft operating costs
Calculating the cost of business jet and turboprop ownership. By Shannon Forrest Contributing Writer The cost of owning an aircraft is determined by the purchase price, operating expenses, financing costs, and direct and indirect expenditures associated with its operation. he reality TV show Selling Jets debuted in 2015 and became a featured series on the […]
Hazards to navigation
Considerations of GPS interference to aircraft. By David Bjellos and Dejan Damjanović Contributing Writers his is not an article describing GPS spoofing. Rather, it addresses the limitations, vulnerabilities, and opportunities of what is fast becoming a growing threat to our primary navigation source. Credit for the genesis of this analysis goes to Ops Group founder […]
Trends in aviation ground services
Final part of this series highlights key values practiced by successful ground support providers worldwide. By Rafael Henríquez Managing Editor n the past 2 editions, Professional Pilot magazine has surveyed top-ranked aviation ground service providers to find out what they think made them stand out in the 2024 PRASE (Preferences Regarding Aviation Services and Equipment) […]
If artificial intelligence has not yet transformed your aviation MRO, it soon will
GenAI offers to partner in measures which boost safety, enhance efficiency, improve performance, automate routine tasks, minimize human errors, and stimulate creative endeavor. By Don Van Dyke ATP/Helo/CFII. F28, Bell 222 Pro Pilot Canada Technical Editor AI/GenAI refers to the capability of computer systems to mimic intelligent human behavior by engaging wide-ranging technologies and applications, […]
Surack Enterprises
Indiana-based operator flies Bombardier Global 6500 for corporate missions, and offers charter services using Cirrus Vision Jets and Pilatus PC-12s NGXs. By Rafael Henríquez Managing Editor (L–R) Surack Enterprises Chief Pilot Chad Grabau, VP of Aviation Tim Edmonds, Founder & CEO Chuck Surack, Sweet Aviation GM Joel Pierce, and Global DOM/Turbine Fleet Mgr Jon Capper […]
NBAA Recognizes Clay Lacy Aviation With Sustainable Flight Department Accreditation
PRESS RELEASE recognized industry leader and innovator, Clay Lacy Aviation has been accredited by the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) as a Sustainable Flight Department in the category of Infrastructure, joining a global list of approximately 30 corporate flight departments and aviation service providers. “The Sustainable Flight Department Accreditation for Infrastructure recognizes the strong commitment […]
Flightways Columbus Celebrates 15 Years
PRESS RELEASE lightways Columbus, located at Georgia’s Columbus Airport (KCSG), recently reached a new milestone: 15 years of dedicated service to the aviation community. The FBO celebrated its anniversary with members of the public and customers alike, including a fun-filled day last month showcasing what the operation has to offer aviators and its community. “We’re […]