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1 week 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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2 weeks 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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3 weeks 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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3 weeks 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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3 weeks 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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1 month 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.
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1 month ago | 
businessairportinternational.com | Vladislav Vorotnikov |Paige Smith
For years, electrically powered aircraft have belonged in the realm of science fiction. But recent technological breakthroughs in the EV sector and billions of dollars of investment in electric batteries have helped make short-distance electric air travel economically feasible. The much-anticipated shift towards electric aircraft is expected to usher in a new era of airport development.
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2 months ago | 
businessairportinternational.com | Graham Jarvis |Paige Smith
It is true to say that artificial intelligence holds significant potential in the business aviation industry, and that the technology is rapidly evolving. However, there seems to be a mixed picture about to what extent it is currently making an impact beyond the excitement about the technology itself. Kyle Patel, president and CEO of charter company BitLux says, “I am not sure of too many applications that really have made an impact industry wide.
