Paige Smith

United Kingdom

Assistant Editor at Business Airport International

Assistant Editor at Aerospace Testing International

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Articles

How business aviation prepares for adverse weather conditions

1 week ago | businessairportinternational.com | Paige Smith

Experts emphasize the importance of preparedness for mitigating any disruptions that adverse weather might cause to business aviation operations. In some locations, that is easier said than done. Accurate and timely weather information is paramount in aviation, especially in locations where conditions can suddenly change.
EBACE 2025: David Buritica, Signature Aviation

2 weeks ago | businessairportinternational.com | Paige Smith

VIDEODavid Buritica, director of global sales programs, Signature Aviation talks about the global expansion of the BRAVO program for small and medium-sized private aviation operators
BBGA joins CLIMBING. FAST.

2 weeks ago | businessairportinternational.com | Paige Smith

The British Business General Aviation Association (BBGA) is the first European national bizav association to join the industry’s international, multimedia advocacy campaign, CLIMBING. FAST., launched in 2023 to showcase the societal benefits of business aviation, including workforce opportunities and sustainability innovations. CLIMBING. FAST. celebrates how business aviation is supporting economic growth, how it connects communities and drives innovation.
How new computing advances have reignited alternative rocket engine design

3 weeks ago | aerospacetestinginternational.com | Paige Smith

There are several aerospike engines in development and testing around the world. For example, engineers atDubai-headquartered computational engineering company Leap 71 successfully test-fired their aerospike engine during December last year for four days. The hot-firing took place at Airborne Engineering’s test site in Westcott, UK and produced 5,000N (1,100 lbf) of thrust, powered by cryogenic liquid oxygen and kerosene.
A look at the complexities of business aviation taxation and regulatory compliance

3 weeks ago | businessairportinternational.com | Paige Smith

Business aviation is much more complex than getting people from point A to point B. Unlike buying a car, where the business aircraft goes, why, who, and how often all make a big difference in the cost of doing business. “Planning is important,” says Joanne Barbera, founding partner of Barbera & Watkins, an aviation law advisory service with expertise in the intricacies of regulatory affairs and tax matters affecting business and general aviation in the United States.
A look at Malaysia’s emergence as a business aviation hub in the Asia Pacific region

1 month 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.
How IS-BAH IS transforming ground operations

1 month 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.
Q&A: Glenn Hogben, CEO, The Air Charter Association

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.
Q&A: Craig Kruckeberg, CEO, Stinar Aviation

2 months 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.
Q&A: Antonio Ferrara, executive director, Aviators for Autism

2 months 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.