Business Aviation Networking Notes

The process of finding out about a job, getting interviewed, and eventually receiving an offer for employment starts with networking. By networking I don't mean sending hundreds of copies of your resume unsolicited to H.R. managers throughout the country, but by establishing contacts with people who may be in a... Read More

Top Ten Secrets to Saving Big Money in the Airline Flights

Do you know that some people travel around the country and abroad, for both business and pleasure, and save bundles of money in the process?They do that by using little known ways of really taking advantage of the most popular form of transportation - airline flights.They don't rely on the... Read More

So You Want to Get Free Airline Tickets: Should You Choose a Reward or Cash Back Credit Card?

If you want to use a reward credit card for getting free airline tickets, you have a choice of choosing a dedicated airline credit card, a travel reward credit card or a cash back credit card. A dedicated airline credit credit card has hefty annual fees and may not be... Read More

Airline Security; Stewardesses The Last Line Of Defense!

Introduction:It might come as a chock to many people, including the Stewardesses, but the fact remains that in today's Airline Industry, the Stewardess is the last line of defense!In the 11th of September terrorist attacks, on the WTC and Pentagon, the first victims were the Stewardesses. Savagely attacked by the... Read More

Airlines, Price Wars, and Branding

Here are some thoughts on the study of the theory of price wars as they relate to the industries like the Airlines and others. Comments on an article in Harvard Business Review in March-April edition 2000. The article was called 'How to Win a PRICE WAR'. Written by Akshay R.... Read More

Preventing Rapid Decompression In Commercial Airliners

In Flight Airline Rapid Decompression Breached Window (Airline Safety)Here is a concept worthy of mention about the issues concerning Airline International Terrorists and Guns in the Cockpit and of course Federal Air Marshals. If a gun goes off in a smaller airliner, 737 or 767 then a bullet could penetrate... Read More

General Aviation Manufacturing is in the Tank; Hang On It is Going to Get Worse

Change is a constant, Outsourcing Jobs, Capital flows, Emerging Markets are a given and this includes the Aviation Manufacturing Sector as we watch the current Migration pick up speed.It appears that the technological advantage that we have here in the United States is no longer going to sustain us without... Read More

Hypersonic or Ultrasonic Sound to Disrupt Laser Beam Attack on Commercial Airliners

In large buildings to prevent sound pollution often double paned glass is used with music or flowing air between the panes, this works very well and is sufficient to prevent the noise. Since many commercial airliners have double paned glass already if we are careful to watch the harmonics as... Read More

Airline Fuel Costs Mount

The airlines are huge users of fuel. Fuel costs are higher than even the cost of the aircraft. Surcharges are up to the highest point in the history of the airlines along with the fuel costs at an all time record cost. Airline tickets and airlines live and die on... Read More

Find Cheap Tickets From all the Major Airlines

All of the major airlines are now associated with different web sites allowing for you to find discount airfare and cheap tickets on the internet. One of the reasons the airlines have done this is because so many people now have access to computers and the internet.What does that mean... Read More

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Aviation geeks charter a commercial jet and embark on the ultimate field trip
The Republic
Then there are aviation geeks like Mueller. People like him — and there are more than you think — charter a commercial airliner and hop across the country visiting the Meccas of the aviation world. The most recent journey had 160 people paying up to ...
Fantasy camp for those who love to flyCBS News

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A Successful Aviation Geek Fest 2012 – Photos
Seattle Post Intelligencer (blog)
A group from Aviation Geek Fest pose in front of a 777 GE90 engine on the Boeing factory floor. Photo by Boeing. This weekend was the third Aviation Geek Fest and I think it was a success! We had people come from Denver, Calgary, Vancouver, ...

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Kingfisher outlook dims further on loan denial
Reuters
* SBI say no bailout yet after media reports of SBI lifeline * Kingfisher on brink of collapse * Tax authorities deny they have unblocked KFA's bank accounts * Aviation minister says government will not save airline (Adds comments from SBI executive) ...
Kingfisher files fresh flight scheduleThe Hindu
Kingfisher to scale down fleet and routesFinancial Times
Kingfisher Airlines outlook dims further on loan denialEconomic Times
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General aviation deliveries down, billings up in 2011
Kansas.com
By Molly McMillin General aviation deliveries worldwide fell slightly during 2011, the fourth year of a decline, although billings showed a slight uptick. The fact that declines were slight may be a sign that last year was a trough in deliveries, ...


Valair Aviation Names New Vice President of Business Development
Avionics Intelligence
Brian Reid has accepted the position of Vice President Business Development for Valair Aviation, an AGC Aerospace & Defense company. Reid will be a key member of the management team and responsible for both long-term strategic planning and short-term ...

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New Market state trooper receives 2011 Trooper of the Year award in aviation ...
The Republic
NEW MARKET, Md. — When Maryland State Police Trooper John Preston worked patrol from the Leonardtown Barrack in St. Mary's County, he went on a ridealong with the department's aviation unit as part of a critical care medic class.
MARYLAND STATE POLICE INVESTIGATING HELICOPTER ENGINE MALFUNCTIONFireEngineering.com

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Nevada Guard aviation unit conducts mobilization ceremony
Lahontan Valley News
Mike Bordallo, right, commander of Bravo Company, 189th General Support Aviation Battalion, listens to remarks at his unit's mobilization ceremony. Aviation company commander Capt. Michael Bordallo said Tuesday his soldiers are ready to serve their ...
Ceremony marks start of Guard aviation deployment to AfghanistanKRNV My News 4
Ceremony Held to Mark Start of Afghanistan DeploymentKTVN

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The Guardian

Russia fires first shot in EU aviation emissions trade war
The Guardian
Simmering tensions between the EU and the group of countries opposed to the bloc's expansion of its emissions trading scheme (ETS) to include aviation increased further today, after officials signalled that the so-called "coalition of the unwilling" ...
'Trade war' fears as Moscow aviation meeting debates ETSEurActiv
Russia, Nations Agree on Retaliation to EU Airline CO2 TradeBloomberg
Foes of EU airline CO2 rules agree on tacticsReuters
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RI aviation unit deploying to Asia
Providence Eyewitness News
By Shaun Towne NORTH KINGSTOWN, RI (WPRI) - An aviation unit from the Rhode Island National Guard will deploy to Southeast Asia on Friday. Detachment 23 Operation Support Airlift Command will leave from the Quonset Air National Guard Base in North ...

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Michael Giardino named director of aviation of Greater Rochester International ...
WebsterPost.com
By Staff reports Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks today appointed Michael A. Giardino as director of aviation for Monroe County's Greater Rochester International Airport. Giardino's appointment is subject to confirmation by the Monroe County ...
Retired Navy pilot named airport directorRochester Democrat and Chronicle
Former Navy Pilot Picked as New Airport Director13WHAM-TV
Brooks to announce new airport directorHenrietta Post

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American Airlines; Crash: Nov. 12, 2001

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Entering Business Aviation, Part IV: Crafting a Resume

Writing a résumé can be one of the most daunting... Read More

Private Jets: 4 Leaders in Fractional Flying

Fractional flying, you say. Is that division? Well, sort of.... Read More

Helicopters Outfitted With Airbags

You know those airbags in your car? Did you know... Read More

Cheap Airline Tickets! With Internet Access, The Skies The Limit For Great Deals

With easy access to the Internet, the convenience of finding... Read More

Downed Pilots Hibernating From the Enemy

When we watch Oliver North's "War Stories" or the "Wings... Read More

The History of the Aircraft Wash Guys, Part Three

As we study this grass roots history of a franchise... Read More

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China is entering the jet fighter trainer business and set... Read More

Jet Lag ? 5 In-flight Tips

The secret to combating jet lag, and arriving at your... Read More

Jet Lag ? 5 Pre-travel Steps to Reduce the Effects of Jet Lag

Ask any regular long-haul flyer about their experience of flying... Read More

Aviation Lawyer: Whether Passenger, Pilot or Owner, You May Need an Aviation Lawyer

If you or a family member has been the victim... Read More

General Aviation Manufacturing is in the Tank; Hang On It is Going to Get Worse

Change is a constant, Outsourcing Jobs, Capital flows, Emerging Markets... Read More

Entering Business Aviation, Part I: Types of Aircraft

The jets that people fly in corporate aviation are usually... Read More

Business Aviation Networking Notes

The process of finding out about a job, getting interviewed,... Read More

Flying As A Hobby

Ask a room full of people what hobby they have... Read More

Tactile Strip Sensors on Leading Edge of Material Memory Airfoils

Aircraft designers have always tried to figure out the best... Read More

Fuselage Mounted Laser Vortex Enhancer Directed to Airfoils

DARPA has developed a small laser cannon, just like Star... Read More

Preventing Rapid Decompression In Commercial Airliners

In Flight Airline Rapid Decompression Breached Window (Airline Safety)Here is... Read More

Diamond Twinstar

Probably one of the coolest experimental aircraft twin-engine aircraft is... Read More

Budget Airlines ? Cheap Airfares for Flights around Europe can Reduce Your Vacation Costs

Here's a good tip to help cut the cost of... Read More

Entering Business Aviation, Part III: Training Options

Time for some training! So, you are not sure what... Read More

A380 Bathrooms

Bathroom seat with a view; That's right! The all-new A-380... Read More

Jet Lag - 7 Steps To A Successful Trip

Don't let jet lag spoil that much needed holiday trip... Read More

Hypersonic or Ultrasonic Sound to Disrupt Laser Beam Attack on Commercial Airliners

In large buildings to prevent sound pollution often double paned... Read More

First Class Airfare: How the Rich Travel

Have you ever wondered what all entails first class airfare,... Read More