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Company Launches Private Jet Service To Cuba

Service Has Been Operating Since Late December

Private jet charter company began private jet charter service to Cuba, with direct flights from 19 U.S. cities. ExcelAire completed its first trip to Cuba, from JFK to Havana, on December 21.

Vector Aerospace Centralizes PWC PW300 Series Capability In The UK

Gosport Site Named A Designated Overhaul Facility For Multiple Engines

Vector Aerospace will extend coverage from its UK facility for Pratt & Whitney Canada's PW300 turbofan engine.

Air Charter Safety Foundation Welcomes Heartland Aviation

Joins 120 Other Companies Dedicated To Safety

The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) announced that Heartland Aviation is the newest charter operator to join the ACSF. Along with 120 other companies, Heartland Aviation now supports the ACSF’s vision to enable on-demand air charter providers and fractional program managers to achieve the highest levels of safety in the aviation industry.

Australia Creates New Pathway For Aerial Firefighting Endorsement

Offers Exemption For Some High-Time Low-Altitude Pilots

The Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) has published a new exemption (CASA EX226/15) to create a pathway for certain pilots who have significant experience in low-level aerial work operations (aerial mustering or crop dusting) to qualify for a firefighting endorsement.

Gulfstream Appoints Nicolas Robinson Regional VP Of Sales For Africa

Promoted From Director Of Product Support Sales For Asia Pacific

Gulfstream recently promoted Nicolas Robinson to the position of regional vice president of new aircraft Sales for Africa. Robinson, previously the company’s director of , reports to Trevor Esling, Gulfstream regional senior vice president, International Sales for Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Robinson is based at the Gulfstream Sales and Design Center in Mayfair, London.