The FAAs ASAP program is an ideal initiative to consider when developing your overall safety program. By its charter, the goal of the Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) is to enhance aviation safety through the prevention of accidents and incidents. Its focus is to encourage voluntary reporting of safety issues and events that come to the attention of employees of certain certificate holders. Enforcement-related incentives have been designed into the […]
On July 4, 2025, H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), became law, which increased and permanently extended “bonus depreciation.” Specifically, for private aircraft used in a “trade or business” and meeting certain other requirements, taxpayers can now deduct 100% of the cost basis of a business aircraft for the tax year that it is placed in service. Previously, 100% bonus depreciation was available for business aircraft placed […]
Retaining qualified flight crew and pilots is a growing challenge in business aviation. As demand rises and operators face tighter schedules, many flight departments are looking for smarter ways to manage workload, reduce turnover, and maintain service quality. Traditional staffing models that rely solely on full-time pilots and flight attendants often lead to fatigue, scheduling gaps, and crew attrition. To address this, more operators are turning to contract staffing as […]