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Nextant Aerospace achieves landmark STC approval for Challenger 604XT Pro Line Fusion® upgrade.

The Pro Line Fusion® cockpit upgrade gives owners a solution to both meet upcoming FAA mandates and overcome avionics obsolescence by integrating advanced flight deck technology on the Challenger 604.

CLEVELAND, OHIO, Wednesday, November 21, 2018 – Nextant Aerospace, builders of the 400XTi, G90XT, remanufactured aircraft, and Challenger 604XT upgrade, announced today that it has received Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the 604XT Pro Line Fusion®. The timing of the STC is on track with Nextant Aerospace projection at EBACE a year ago when introducing the program. “In collaboration with Rockwell Collins and Bombardier, we have maintained a carefully crafted plan to advance the steps required to receive the STC on schedule,” said Mark O’Donnell, Nextant Aerospace Executive Vice President. “We have three aircraft in-house ready for installation, plus seven more scheduled before year end. The first customer delivery is slated for early December. With more than 25 installations pre-sold, customer interest and market demand has been phenomenal for the Pro Line Fusion® upgrade,” noted O’Donnell.

NEW NEXTANT 400XTe PROMISES TO OPEN NEW MARKETS FOR NEXTANT PACIFIC

SYDNEY, 23 October 2018 – Nextant Pacific Pty Ltd (“Nextant Pacific”), one of Asia Pacific’s most innovative and resourceful new aircraft sales and acquisitions companies has excitedly commenced marketing of the latest Nextant Aerospace product, the 400XTe. The 400XTe is an entry level remanufactured jet, which combines the performance of the already successful 400XTi with a significantly lower purchase price creating a simplified base package. The aircraft modifies the Proline 21 system to a three screen system and leverages Computational fluid dynamic (CFD) tuned Engine Pylons and Nacells. Further, it includes a refurbished interior in place of a re-designed cabin. Items that have made the 400XTi so successful like the FJ44-3AP Engines and FADEC are retained.

Flexjet Introduces Alexa Skill, Mobile App on Android

Flexjet today became the first private jet travel provider to introduce an Amazon Alexa skill. In addition, Flexjet today launched its mobile app on Google Android™.

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Constant Aviation Signs “First of Show” Contract for Nearly $2m with Evolution Management

Constant Aviation wins opportunity to fully upgrade Evolution Management’s Challenger 604 including ProLine Fusion®, complete interior refurbishment, FANS, landing gear overhaul, 192-month cycle inspection and more. ORLANDO, FLORIDA, October 16, 2018 – Constant Aviation, a full-service aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) company with a nationwide network of facilities, announced yesterday that it executed the […]

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Constant Aviation Signs First Challenger 604 ProLine Fusion® European Customer

With anticipated STC approval in Q4 2018 for ProLine Fusion® on Challenger 604, Nextant Aerospace and Constant Aviation announce Premium Jet AG as the first European upgrade. ORLANDO, FLORIDA, October 16, 2018 – Constant Aviation, a full service aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) company with a nationwide network of facilities, announced today that it […]

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CARE Releases Newly Designed Website to Enhance the Customer Experience

CARE unveils new website with full suite of products and solutions tailored to aviation part sourcing and extended solutions CLEVELAND, OHIO — October 10, 2018 – CARE, Constant Aviation Rotable Exchange, a leading provider for aviation parts sourcing and distribution solutions, announced today the launch of their newly enhanced website www.CARE.aero. The redesigned website showcases […]

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Flexjet Brings Red Label Program to Life with New Brand Campaign That Highlights Its Impressive Pilots and Extraordinary Owners

Flexjet today launched a new multichannel brand campaign that highlights Flexjet’s impressive pilots and the extraordinary people that they fly. The television commercials, print and digital ads also nod to one of the benefits of flying with the Red Label by Flexjet program – flight crews dedicated to a single aircraft – which allows the crews and the passengers to get to know one another’s life stories.

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Constant Aviation Expands Florida Facility to Support Growth

Constant Aviation acquires additional hangar space at SFB location to accommodate ongoing growth in corporate aircraft maintenance, repair, interior and paint services. CLEVELAND, OHIO — September 30, 2018 – Constant Aviation, a full-service aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) company with a nationwide network of facilities, announced an expansion at its Sanford, Florida, location, bringing […]

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Flexjet Honors Michael Silvestro, the Longest-Tenured CEO in the Fractional Private Jet Travel Industry

Flexjet LLC, a leading provider of fractional private jet ownership, today recognized Michael Silvestro, its longtime Chief Executive Officer, as he marks 10 years in the role, making him the fractional private jet industry’s longest-tenured CEO.

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Flexjet Honored as One of Northeast Ohio’s Best Places to Work

Flexjet has been recognized by professional services organization Employers Resource Council (ERC) as one of the 2018 NorthCoast 99 best places to work in Northeast Ohio. This is the 15th time the company has been ranked among the leaders.

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Flexjet Sees 17 Percent Growth in Sales for the First Half of 2018

New Business Up 76 Percent Red Label Continues Growth, Now Serving 42 Percent of All Flexjet Owners More Aircraft Delivered to Address Increased Demand CLEVELAND, September 10, 2018 — Flexjet LLC, a leading provider of fractional jet ownership, New business grew even more strongly, expanding by 76 percent year over year; additionally, more than half (57%) of […]

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Nextant Aerospace secures STC to add Gogo Avance L5 to Embraer Phenom 300

Nextant Aerospace completes 1st installation of Gogo Avance L5 on Phenom

CLEVELAND, OHIO, September 5, 2018 – Nextant Aerospace, builders of the 400XTi, G90XT, remanufactured aircraft, and Challenger 604XT Fusion upgrade, is pleased to announce it has received a new Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for installation of Gogo Avance L5 on Embraer Phenom 300’s. This is the 1st STC of its kind for the Phenom 300 to install the advanced technology. The aircraft was flown straight from the factory to Constant Aviation to be outfitted with the technology upgrade which provides 3x faster internet speed and an all-in-one self-contained modem box. The Gogo Avance L5 technology solution features 4G inflight internet, an advanced smart router for integrated and automated cabin experience, and improved Wi-Fi performance that includes streaming audio and video content, moving maps, and flight information.

Constant Aviation Completes First Adaptation of MicroShield 360 for Part 135 Aircraft Operator With More Scheduled

Constant Aviation secures exclusive application rights of MicroShield 360, an EPA/FDA approved antimicrobial coating system, for interiors of business and commercial jets. CLEVELAND, OHIO — August 30, 2018 – Constant Aviation, a full-service aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) company with a nationwide network of facilities, announced completion of a MicroShield 360 application for its […]

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FAA Awards Nextant Aerospace True Blue PowerTM Lithium-ion Battery Installation STC for Beechjet 400A and Hawker 400XP

Nextant Aerospace’s engineering department achieves another milestone by receiving its 25th STC from FAA for True Blue PowerTM model TS835 Emergency Power Supply

CLEVELAND, OHIO, July 18, 2018 – Nextant Aerospace, builders of the 400XTi, G90XT, remanufactured aircraft, and Challenger 604XT upgrade, is pleased to announce it has received a new Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for installation of a True Blue PowerTM Lithium-ion emergency power supply as a direct replacement for the existing 24 VDC sealed lead-acid battery on Textron Aviation model 400A and 400T, more commonly known as the Beechjet 400A/Hawker 400XP.

Nextant Aerospace Announces End of Introductory Discount Price of Pro Line Fusion® on Challenger 604XT

With the success and progress of the program, only 10 installations remain available at the introductory price.August 1, 2018 marks the beginning of new market price.

CLEVELAND, OHIO, Monday June 25, 2018 – Nextant Aerospace, builders of the 400XTi and G90XT remanufactured aircraft, and Challenger 604XT upgrade, announced today that only 10 introductory offer rates remain for the Pro Line Fusion® cockpit upgrade on Challenger 604 airframes. The company is already selling and scheduling installs well into Q2 2019. “Progress continues in acquiring STC approval, the market recognizes the value in the product, and the performance results of the aircraft are above expectations,” stated Mark O’Donnell, Nextant Aerospace Executive Vice President. “We had the opportunity to work with Rockwell Collins in crafting a special introductory price, which is about a $50,000 discount. The customer interest has been phenomenal. As we deplete the initial inventory, we will then move to the new market price. At our current pace, we anticipate initial inventory to be sold out by the end of July.”

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