Stratos Jets has just added its 12th franchise to its growing network. This expansion comes after a successful launch of its franchise model last year. The company has been receiving a lot of interest, with over 200 inquiries from potential franchise owners. The new franchise owners come from different backgrounds. Some have spent years in the private aviation indus...
The U. S. is pushing for a name change and funding cut for a UN aviation program that supports women's involvement in the industry. The program, currently called the Gender Equality Programme, is managed by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). The U. S. wants to rename it to the Empowerment Program for Women, arguing that the term "gender" is too ide...
The aviation industry is under pressure to go green. But making planes eco-friendly is no easy task. Batteries are too heavy and bulky for long flights. So, what's the alternative? Sustainable aviation fuel, or SAF, is emerging as a temporary fix. It's not perfect, but it's a step forward until better battery technology arrives. The current process of making...
Southwest Airlines is making some big changes. They are saying goodbye to 1, 750 corporate workers. That's about 15% of their corporate staff. This is a big deal for a company that has over 72, 000 full-time or full-time equivalent workers. The CEO, Bob Jordan, said it was a tough decision. He knows it's hard to say goodbye to people who have been a big part of the ...
First flying in 2008, Embraer's Phenom 100 is the entry-level business jet for the Brazilian manufacturer. It has evolved in many ways. The Phenom 100E added spoilers for better performance. Its successor, the 100EV, swapped engines for more thrust and updated avionics. The latest model, the 100EX, debuted at NBAA 2023, featuring a safety system called ROAAS, which h...
Honda Aircraft Company's journey from a small research project in the 1980s to a major player in the private aviation industry is nothing short of remarkable. The HondaJet Elite II, their latest creation, is turning heads with its innovative features. Let's dive into what makes this aircraft so special. First off, the interior cabin of the HondaJet Elite II is spaci...
Business travelers are big players in the aviation industry's carbon emissions, especially in the U. S. where they account for around 10% of total emissions. While commercial jets are the larger culprit, business travelers using scheduled flights or private jets need greener options. The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) thinks having the right information is...
China Airlines has exciting news for its future passengers! The airline plans to revamp its entire fleet of Airbus A350-900 planes. Starting in 2027, the first upgraded A350 will take to the skies, featuring new business suites with privacy doors, along with enhanced inflight entertainment (IFE) and better Wi-Fi. The airline wants to keep the traditional Oriental aes...
Imagine you're a global leader or a CEO of a major company. What kind of airplane would you want to travel in? Boeing Business Jets (BBJs) have been the top choice for many, offering private, corporate, and government travel. Let's dive into the world of BBJs and explore their most popular models. First up, the BBJ 737. This narrowbody jet, based on the 737-700, has...
Turkish Airlines is testing a new way to make boarding faster. They're using facial recognition technology at airports in Boston and Miami, in the United States. This tech can cut boarding time by half! The airline plans to expand this to other destinations, like Istanbul and Seoul. How does it work? Passengers just stand in front of a special machine. It scans thei...