Starting May 7, 2025, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will begin enforcing the REAL ID Act, requiring all passengers aged 18 and older to present a REAL ID-compliant form of identification when flying within the United States — including those on private and charter aircraft. This federal mandate, issued by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), is part of a nationwide effort to enhance security standards for air travel. What […]
In a news release dated March 28, 2025, the FAA announced that it has implemented new privacy protections for aircraft owners. Section 803 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 added Section 44114 to Title 49 of the U.S. Code, which mandates the FAA to establish a process for aircraft owners and operators to withhold the registration number of an aircraft from “broad dissemination or display” for noncommercial flights of […]
Kevin Austin went to work in the aviation industry nearly 50 years ago running tours, mopping floors and emptying garbage cans at Boeing’s 747 manufacturing facility while going to school at night. He later negotiated aircraft purchase agreements with the world’s airlines. He then attended Stanford Law School and Stanford’s Graduate School of Business where he focused on international transactions, tax strategy and securities law. For the last 25 years […]
As we bid farewell to the holiday season, we are excited to celebrate the remarkable success of our “12 Days of Christmas” campaign, which ran from December 9th to December 24th. This vibrant initiative not only showcased the strength of the Paragon Aviation Group community but also fostered meaningful engagement among our members in the business aviation industry. Throughout the campaign, we hosted daily giveaways featuring $150 eGift cards, generously […]
The National Business Aviation Association (“NBAA”) held its annual Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition in Las Vegas, Nevada in October. The event was preceded by the 2024 Tax, Regulatory & Risk Management Conference, a two-day event, which had more than 300 attendees (a record). Many attendees were eager to hear details on the status of audits of personal use of private aircraft use that the IRS announced in February 2024*. The […]
Safety management is about identifying and mitigating hazards to an acceptable risk level. Interestingly enough, one of the more common causal factors to many safety incidents is human fatigue and too often, this is taken for granted and we aren’t proactive about mitigating. Fatigue manifests itself in behavioral alertness deficits. This means that our reaction time is negatively affected, and our decision-making ability is compromised when fatigue is high. When […]
We’re excited to announce the upcoming Paragon Leadership Conference, which will take place next week at Clay Lacy Aviation in Van Nuys, California. This exclusive event is designed for FBO general managers, executives, and owners and offers a unique opportunity for insightful discussions, strategic networking, and collaborative problem-solving. Attendees can look forward to engaging onsite evaluations, dynamic breakout sessions, and curated networking opportunities that will inspire the exchange of best […]
As we wrap up another exhilarating NBAA BACE, our hearts are full at Paragon Aviation Group. The connections made and insights gained in Las Vegas this year were nothing short of transformative. We worked hard to bring together industry pioneers, thinkers, and dedicated professionals. Under the leadership of Crystal Kubeczka, our President, and Julie O’Brien, our VP of Business Development, our team cherished every moment of rekindling ties with our trusted partners […]