Stories from the business of flight

When flying commercial, one of the most challenging elements that face passengers is background noise in the cabin – the constant, sometimes interruptive hum of the engines, the air pressure system, and other distractions. When we turn on the entertainment system, we...

Every May, the global film industry gathers on the French Riviera for one of the most prestigious cultural events in the world: the Cannes Film Festival. For nearly two weeks, the seaside city becomes the center of the cinematic universe with actors, directors,...

When developing our blogs, we often ask Josh Dodd, COO of Avionco, for his perspective on technical matters relevant to the design and operation of private jets. This week he suggested that while passengers rarely consider it, the air pressure in the cabin is a...

Each year in May, something subtle but significant begins to happen across Europe’s private aviation network. Aircraft that spent the winter months flying between business centers like New York, London, and Dubai begin repositioning south. Flight plans increasingly...

Weather remains one of aviation’s greatest variables. Turbulence, icing, thunderstorms, and lightning can transform an otherwise routine flight into something more challenging. While private jet crews will always look to avoid bad weather whenever possible, passengers...

In private aviation, not all peak travel periods are created equal. While summer in the Mediterranean and winter ski season get a lot of attention, seasoned private jet travelers know that April offers much to enhance their global lifestyle calendars. This is the...

Before a private jet ever carries its first passenger, it must successfully pass one of the most demanding certification processes in modern engineering. Aircraft certification is not a paperwork exercise, it’s a rigorous, multi-year process of physical testing,...

The Masters is not merely a golf tournament, it’s a ritual steeped in tradition, reverence and exclusivity. Held each April at Augusta National Golf Club, it occupies a singular place in the sporting world, where excellence and access is the primary draw. For many...

When most travelers think about private jets, their thoughts are often dominated by cabin design and in-flight service - hand-stitched leather, personal comfort and first-class luxury. Mostly taken for granted and rarely thought about are the marvels of engineering...