In aviation, progress has always come from learning, especially learning from each other. Pilots learning about approach and departure nuances at airports they’ve never been to, Maintainers getting a helpful tip from a fellow AMT, and Schedulers and Dispatchers learning about customs and airport services at a trade show or online forum are all examples of where the information sharing that occurs in Business Aviation is a real thing. This […]
Business aviation operators are being urged to submit parking reservations and travel details as early as possible to avoid operational challenges at the Sint Maarten airport – TNCM. With a growing number of passengers entering TNCM and aircraft operating during limited daylight hours, advance planning is no longer optional—it’s essential. Early Reservations: Key to Coordination Operators are encouraged to send preliminary parking reservation requests even if all details are not […]
After over a decade working in aviation, Aero Law Group Administrator Meredith Clifford is adding a new responsibility that is taking her interest for the industry in a new direction — one that brings visibility and style to the women who fill various roles in this field. Her new brand, Par Avion, was born from a simple question voiced among colleagues on the golf course: “Why can’t we find golf […]
“I wish I knew that before I flew!” If you hear this in your flight department, it signals a real opportunity to challenge your preflight briefings and explore more effective ways of preparing your crews for their flights. The whole point of doing a preflight briefing is to address and mitigate issues and hazards before you fly. These assessments (generically referred to as FRATs) should inform you of what you […]
This summer, Polaris Aero hosted its third annual VOCUS Vanguard Forum. This VOCUS customer-exclusive event brings together the best safety-minded flight departments, FBOs, and MROs to tackle the most significant challenges, share best practices, and optimize their use of the VOCUS Technology. At Vanguard, in Scottsdale, AZ, attendees learned methods for connecting the dots between theory, regulations, and the practical application of safety through VOCUS. Vanguard attendees also had the chance […]
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 […]
Karri McCarthy launched her aviation journey in 2006 with a Part 135/91 operator in Burbank, California. From Administrative Assistant to Charter Sales and Marketing & Events, her multifaceted career gave her a deep understanding of the business aviation ecosystem. After relocating to Las Vegas in 2019, she continued her path in sales and operations before joining Flight Crew International (FCI) in November 2021. Today, Karri is a vital member of […]