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October 19, 2006

Teamsters Picket NetJets Headquarters, NBAA Convention

Union: Company Executives Attempt to Slash Workers' Health Care Coverage

Teamster mechanics, aircraft fuelers, cleaners and stock clerks employed by NetJets, Inc., a provider of fractional and air charter service, continued informational picketing and leafleting on October 17 and 18. Members of Teamsters Local 284 in Columbus, the workers drew attention to their 'fruitless contract negotiations with NetJets.'

Air Taxi Travelers Can Have a Rental Car Waiting for Them When They Arrive at Their Destinations

Passengers of innovative SATSair’s air taxi service will soon be able to expect more than just convenient, cost-effective and hassle-free flight transportation. As of October 1, they can have an Avis or Budget rental car waiting for them when they land.

Will Inform Membership, Enhance Communication

NBAA has confirmed the launch of a new official newsletter for Members, titled Business Aviation Insider.

ANN Special Feature: Matt Huff, Williams International 10.19.06

The Williams FJ-33 has been selected to power the the new Cirrus jet. ANN's Jim Campbell gets reaction from Matt Huff, VP/Business Development for Williams International.

SATSair Adds 100 Aircraft to Fleet with $45M Purchase

Expands Service Area to Include Florida

SATSair will expand its service area to include Florida as part of their overall growth plan. SATSair has also signed a contract with Cirrus Design to acquire 50 Cirrus SR22 aircraft with options on an additional 50 in a deal valued at over $45 million.

Says US Pilots Did Follow Flight Plan

The two US pilots still in Brazil were following their flight plan. So says Brazil's Defense Minister Waldir Pires. The two remain in Brazil as the investigation of a suspected mid-air collision continues. They gave up their passports on a judge's order and have been cooperating with investigators since.

Kollsman and Chelton Have A Vision

They Combine Forces To Help Pilots See The Light

If there was one idea at NBAA 2006 that might be termed the "Next Big Thing," it would seem to be electronic systems allowing pilots to see what can't be seen with the naked eye.

Combined Operations Will Expand Services

ANN has learned Premier/West Star has acquired Jet Aviation's Dallas Maintenance Repair & Overhaul(MRO) services effective November 1, 2006.

Sino More, We Are Going To Make Jets

After many delays, Sino Swearingen Aircraft Corporation aircraft number 006 will take off Thursday (the day after NBAA ends) with the FAA aboard to begin its official acceptance flight.