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What Is an ATC Simulator? A Plain Guide

An air traffic control simulator lets controllers practise on made up traffic. This guide explains the types, who uses them and what a good one can do.

Cristina Gabriela · 2 Nov 2026

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Universal Avionics data link gets EASA approval for Airbus A320 aircraft

Eirtech Aviation Services has EASA approval to fit Universal Avionics data link equipment on Airbus A320 aircraft, adding text messaging with air traffic control.

Ankit Kumar · 2 Nov 2026

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Learjet 60 crash in Florida: what we know, what we do not, and what it means for charter clients

Nine people died when a Learjet 60 crashed in Palm Beach County, Florida, on 1 November 2026. What the flight data and radio calls show, what is still unknown, and what charter clients should check.

Marius Stefan · 2 Nov 2026

What Is a Part 145 Repair Station? A Plain Guide for Aircraft Owners

A Part 145 repair station is an FAA-approved shop that can maintain aircraft. Learn what ratings mean and what to check before you hire one.

Radu Balas · 2 Nov 2026

Light Jet vs Midsize Jet Charter: Which One Fits Your Trip?

Light jet or midsize jet for charter? Compare seats, cabin, range, bags and price drivers so you book the right size for your trip.

Radu Balas · 2 Nov 2026

Private Jet Safety Ratings: ARGUS, Wyvern and IS-BAO Explained

Learn what ARGUS, Wyvern and IS-BAO safety ratings mean, what they do not prove, and which questions to ask before you book a charter.

Radu Balas · 2 Nov 2026

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Birmingham Airport uses AI assistant BABS to answer passenger questions around the clock

Birmingham Airport uses BABS, an AI assistant built by Hello Lamp Post, to answer passenger questions in the terminal and online, 24 hours a day.

Radu Balas · 2 Nov 2026

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Simply Jet buys Austrian charter operator FlyTyrol, with four jets based in Innsbruck and Salzburg

Swiss charter broker Simply Jet has acquired FlyTyrol, an Austrian operator with four Cessna Citation jets and 14 staff.

Adrian Man · 1 Nov 2026

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Panasonic Avionics grows its technical ground handling network to 14 locations

Panasonic Technical Services now runs technical ground handling at 14 airports, including a new base at Western Sydney International Airport.

Cristina Gabriela · 1 Nov 2026

What Is a Positioning Flight? Why Charter Quotes Include One

A positioning flight is an empty flight to pick you up or bring the jet home. Learn why you pay for it, when it is cut, and how to lower it.

Radu Balas · 1 Nov 2026

What Is an Air Operator Certificate (AOC)? A Plain Guide

An AOC is the licence a company needs to carry passengers or cargo for pay. Learn what it covers, who issues it, and how to check an operator has one.

Radu Balas · 1 Nov 2026

How Far Ahead Should You Book a Private Jet?

You can book a private jet on short notice, but timing changes price and choice. Learn when to book, when to wait, and what slows a trip down.

Radu Balas · 1 Nov 2026

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Boeing and Lufthansa Technik extend their spare parts supply agreement by three years

Boeing and Lufthansa Technik extended their Tailored Parts Package by three years. It covers more than 6,500 part numbers for civil Boeing models.

Marius Stefan · 1 Nov 2026

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US wants 250,000 cheap drones by end of 2027, but production is far behind, Bloomberg reports

The US military wants about 250,000 cheap drones by the end of 2027, but a Bloomberg report says it is starting close to zero while Russia and China build millions.

Radu Balas · 31 Oct 2026

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Air India lays the foundation stone for a new MRO hangar in Delhi

Air India has started work on a nine-acre MRO hangar at Delhi airport. It can hold one widebody and one narrowbody aircraft at once.

Adrian Man · 31 Oct 2026

What Does an Aircraft Management Company Do?

Owners hire management companies to run their jet. See what they handle, what they charge for, and what to ask before you sign a contract.

Radu Balas · 31 Oct 2026

How to Choose a Ground Handler: 7 Checks Before You Hire

A ground handler looks after your aircraft on the ramp. Learn what they do and seven checks to make before you hire one at an airport.

Radu Balas · 31 Oct 2026

Jet Card vs On-Demand Charter: Which Fits How You Fly?

A jet card prepays flight hours. On-demand charter pays per trip. Compare cost control, flexibility and risk to pick the right way to fly.

Radu Balas · 31 Oct 2026