Chad Trautvetter
Online Editor
Chad is the editor of AINalerts, AIN's daily business aviation newsletter, and is also the news editor at AIN Media Group. He has been writing about aviation, with an emphasis on business aviation, since 1994. Chad started his writing career at The Avion, the student newspaper at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida, serving as editor-in-chief before graduating with a bachelor's in aeronautical science. After a stint as managing editor at Professional Pilot magazine, he joined AIN in late 1998. Chad holds a commercial pilot certificated with instrument and multi-engine ratings, and he also is a CFI/CFII. He lives and works from his home in Venice, Florida.
Latest from Chad Trautvetter
Charter & Fractional
RoyalJet Adds Charter Base in Malaysia
Company spreads wings in Asia-Pacific region
Training and Workforce
With Retirement, CAE To Be Parent-less
CEO Marc Parent to retire from aviation and defense training provider in August 2025
Charter & Fractional
Leviate Air Acquires Majority Share in Chairman Aviation
Dallas business aircraft services companies combine forces
Safety
Next ACSF Aviation Safety Symposium Set for April 2025
Experts to review and discuss current and emerging safety challenges
Charter & Fractional
Valo Aviation Launches Bizav Ops in Bahrain
With air operator certificate in hand, company hopes to make Bahrain a bizav hub
Maintenance and Modifications
Jets MRO Moves into New Digs at Dallas Executive Airport
40,000-sq-ft hangar allows company to expand aircraft maintenance services
Aircraft
Surprise North America Gain Boosts Bizav Flying in October
All regions outside of Europe saw increases in flight activity during the month
Training and Workforce
CAE Ups Ante in Simcom Training Joint Venture
Canadian company takes majority share of business aviation training provider
Avionics
Autothrottles on HondaJet Elite II Get FAA Nod
Automation helps reduce pilot workload and improve passenger comfort
Rotorcraft
Bell Soars in 3Q with Higher Civil Helo Deliveries, FLRAA
Commercial shipments nearly doubled, while new military program brought in more than $80M
Aircraft
Textron Aviation Ships 41 Bizjets in 3Q Despite Strike
Four-week strike will affect aircraft deliveries in the fourth quarter
Aircraft
Perfect Storm Thwarts G700 Delivery Ramp Up in 3Q
Delays caused by aircraft rework, complex cabin certifications, vendor issue, and hurricane disruption
Regulations and Government
AIN Editor Kerry Lynch Wins 2024 NBAA Gold Wing Award
Annual award given at the NBAA-BACE show for the best business aviation story
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Apcela To Acquire SmartSky ATG Connectivity Network
Airborne connectivity service expected to relaunch by the end of this year
Aircraft
Tecnam Lands at NBAA-BACE with Delivery Wins
Company has handed over nearly 10 aircraft to flight schools over the past month
FBOs
Vantage Aviation Buys Richmond FBO as Part of New Network
Company formed earlier this year to acquire and build FBOs
Avionics
Elliott Aviation Installs Starlink in King Air 350
Event marks the company's first such installation on the turboprop twin
Aircraft
Gulfstream G300 Launch Could Be Nearing
Derivative model expected to enter service as early as 2026
Aircraft
Reports: Gulfstream G700 Deliveries Lag by a Dozen in Q3
Manufacturer has not commented on reported numbers, citing financial quiet period at its parent General Dynamics
Regulations and Government
Universal's Mexico Bizav Ops Guide Details Changes
While Mexican cabotage rules were eased, entry permits became more complicated
Training and Workforce
Gulfstream G700 Type Rating Count Soars
More than 100 customer pilots, 80 pilots at Gulfstream, and 20 FlightSafety instructors qualified to fly the jet
Maintenance and Modifications
Blackhawk's Broomfield MRO Gains FAA Part 145 Approval
Facility can provide full-service maintenance for Beechcraft King Airs
Environment
IBAC, CTX Intro Business Aviation Carbon Exchange
Carbon credits can help industry achieve carbon-neutral growth and net-zero emissions goals
Charter & Fractional
Airshare Expands Frax, Jet Card Service Areas to Lower 48
Surge in West Coast flights prompted expansion
Aircraft
Business Aviation Flying Sees Gain in August
More declines expected in North America and Europe in September 2024
Regulations and Government
U.S. DOJ Seizes Venezuelan President Maduro's Falcon 900EX
Agency said the trijet was exported in violation of sanctions laws
Maintenance and Modifications
Quiet Technology Delivers 500th Inlet Cowl Upgrade
Carbon-fiber barrels for HTF7000- and PW300-series engines eliminate corrosion issues
Maintenance and Modifications
West Star Taps Vocus SMS for Safety 24/7 Program
Software helps align company's safety management system with FAA and ICAO guidelines
Maintenance and Modifications
OEM Launches New MLG Repair Process for Citation Excels
Solution reduces downtime and costs
Aircraft
Piper's Flagship M700 Gets FAA Nod for Unpaved Surfaces
Company also progressing on international validations for the turboprop-single airplane
