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1 week ago | 
businessairportinternational.com | Paige Smith
Located between two and seven degrees north of the equator, Malaysia is famous for its warm tropical climate, with average temperatures of 23°C to 32°C. Understandably, tourism is a major contributor to the country’s economy, and with summer all year long, there’s no bad time to visit. Alongside tourism, the country is known for its production of petroleum, palm oil and timber, with its biggest industry being manufacturing.
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2 weeks ago | 
businessairportinternational.com | Paige Smith
In the constantly evolving landscape of the business aviation industry, one thing remains unshakable – that passenger and crew safety is an absolute priority. As aviation safety starts on the ground, internationally recognized standards such as the International Standard for Business Aircraft Handling (IS-BAH) are increasingly being embraced by market players, seeking not only to streamline operations but also to sharpen their competitive edge.
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1 month ago | 
businessairportinternational.com | Paige Smith
How has the charter broker landscape evolved since 2010? The role of a charter broker has remained largely the same, however, the industry has been faced with different challenges and developments during this time and the role of the broker has grown. The range of clients using charter services is becoming increasingly diverse, with a broader range of people realising its value and efficiency.
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1 month ago | 
businessairportinternational.com | Paige Smith
Craig Kruckeberg, CEO of Stinar Aviation discusses the company’s new solution to help FBOs serve passengers with mobility challengesWhat specific accessibility challenges prompted the development of this Limited Mobility Lift? To some passengers the stairs on a small or mid-size aircraft pose an impediment to flying.
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1 month ago | 
businessairportinternational.com | Paige Smith
In recognition of Autism Awareness Month, BAI speaks with Antonio Ferrara, executive director of Aviators for Autism, about the organization’s mission to create inclusive opportunities in aviation for individuals on the autism spectrum and their families. Can you give an overview of Aviators for Autism and its mission? I’ve been involved in aviation my whole life.
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1 month ago | 
businessairportinternational.com | Paige Smith
The March/ April 2025 issue is now available online! Packed full of news, interviews and features, including:How can business aviation best use the breadth of experience brought to the table by its oldest and youngest employees? How business aviation prepares for adverse weather The era of safety certificates in business aviation is here Mark J. Carmen, president and CEO, Modern Aviation
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1 month ago | 
businessairportinternational.com | Paige Smith
Luxaviation Group comprisess top-of-the line aviation brands, including Luxaviation, Starspeed, ExecuJet and Paragon. It operates across five continents, with more than 1000 employees delivering service in the areas of aircraft management for private and commercial aircraft, private air charter services, and the management and operation of VIP passenger terminals as well as managing a FBO network of over 140 facilities worldwide.
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1 month ago | 
businessairportinternational.com | Paige Smith
Harrods Aviation’s Luton base manager discusses his journey in aviation. What was your career path to your current role? I began my aviation career in 1988 with Monarch Airlines as a red cap dispatcher, gaining valuable experience in airline operations. I then spent 22 years in ground handling, where I developed a deep understanding of the industry before transitioning to general aviation (GA) in 2010 when I joined Harrods.
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1 month ago | 
businessairportinternational.com | Paige Smith
As the first female chairperson of AfBAA, what message do you hope to send to other women in African aviation? I want women across the continent to know that their contributions are invaluable and that there is a place for them at every level of aviation—from pilots and engineers to executives and entrepreneurs. The barriers that once seemed insurmountable are being dismantled, and it is our responsibility to continue paving the way for the next generation of female aviation professionals.
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2 months ago | 
businessairportinternational.com | Paige Smith
In an increasingly digital world, cybersecurity is a growing issue for all industries, and business aviation is no exception. Cybersecurity has emerged as a critical concern for the sector because the consequences of a breach are particularly high. “When we think about cybersecurity, a lot of people think about the guys in the hoodies behind the screen somewhere in the basement. But, we need to think about safeguarding our data, anything that we have which is digital.
