The NBAA Safety Committee recently launched a new program featuring loss of control inflight (LOC-I) prevention resources for pilots of all experience levels. The first in a series of planned LOC-I awareness efforts, NBAA’s new resource page includes tools such as informational videos, a visual guide to key LOC-I topics and an extensive, frequently updated Read More
The National Weather Service (NWS) recently announced implementation of a new convective weather product – the Traffic Flow Management Convective Forecast (TCF) – which will allow for a more accurate representation of forecasted convective weather. The TCF will have a look and feel similar to the CDM Convective Forecast Product (CCFP), which it is replacing. Read More
(An extended version of following article appeared in the Jan/Feb. 2017 issue of NBAA’s Member publication, Business Aviation Insider. To read the complete article and more, download the BAI app at www.nbaa.org/news/insider/.) It stands to reason that flight departments that have a cooperative relationship with the airports at which they are based, or fly into Read More
On Feb. 13, 1947, a group of visionary business leaders and pilots united to encourage safety and professionalism throughout their nascent industry, and to protect access to airports and airspace. This initial meeting of aviation professionals resulted in the organization that ultimately became the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA). Even 70 years ago, possible airline Read More
With security threats at home and abroad among the concerns for industry professionals, NBAA recently announced a new educational opportunity focusing on business aviation security. The inaugural NBAA Security Conference – to be held Jan. 24-25, prior to the first 2017 NBAA Regional Forum in West Palm Beach, FL – promises to help attendees raise Read More