Aviation

BBGA ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2019
‘TOMORROW’S PEOPLE TODAY ‘
WHAT CAN WE DO TO ENCOURAGE THE NEXT GENERATION OF AVIATION ENTHUSIASTS?

THURSDAY 7 MARCH, WARREN WEIR, LUTON HOO

Further details including the programme, registration and speaker details can be seen on the BBGA website

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We are delighted that ICAO will be launching their new book – Fitness to Fly – A Medical Guide for Pilots at our Aviation Health Conference that is taking place in London on the 25th and 26th September 2018.

Fitness to Fly is a preventive-medicine handbook for Pilots that is easy-to-read, motivating and educational, with engaging content, graphics and charts to help them limit their health risks and set strategies to maintain fitness to fly and a balanced lifestyle.
This guide was developed by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) in collaboration with the International Federation of Airline Pilots’ Associations (IFALPA) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

It is focused on the health risks pilots face during their careers and the medical recommendations that help them mitigate those risks. This handbook is intended to close the gap between pilots’ medical requirements in order to fly and the preventive measures that can help them fulfill those requirements.

The recommendations contained in this guide are also applicable for cabin crew, air traffic controllers and anyone working within the aviation industry. They will help improve the personal health of aviation personnel throughout their careers, bringing positive outcomes for all aviation stakeholders in the long-term. This is ICAO’s contribution to promoting the well-being of the aircrew community – a priority shared by all aviation stakeholders. www.unitingaviation.com/fitnesstofly

To find out more about the Aviation Health Conference visit our website www.quaynote.com

With Spain and Portugal set to be the hidden gems of Europe`s fragmented business aviation landscape, the timing of the 2nd Annual Iberian Peninsula Business Aviation Conference (IPBAC), taking place in Madrid on 15th November, 2018, could not be better.

After testing the waters with the inaugural conference last year, the joint organisers, Quaynote Communications and InterFlight Global, are anticipating a surge in demand from delegates and sponsors alike, as registrations coming in even over the traditionally quiet summer period indicate a keen interest from this year`s participants.

“Last year`s conference laid important ground-work for this annual event”, explains Oscar Garcia, Conference Chair and CEO of InterFlight Global, “In 2019 we will further develop interest in business aviation across the entire region including Spain, Portugal, Gibraltar and Andorra. It really is the right time for companies and investors to take account of what is happening in the Iberian Peninsula, where business jet industries are growing at a phenomenal rate.”

This year, the big theme for IPBAC is “best practices” for fleet, hours, revenues and infrastructure. Conference topics include the role of technology, business jet financing, the maturing of the business aviation supply and trends from the United States.

An exciting addition to this year`s programme is a morning breakfast and aircraft expo that will take place on Day 2, 16th November, at the nearby Madrid, Barajas Private Aviation Terminal, FBO area. All delegates will be invited to this extra day of networking that will offer a great opportunity to see one of the region`s leading FBOs and a static display of aircraft.

IPBAC is actually part of a collaboration between the organisers that has now extended to Quaynote`s annual business jet conference in Malta. “We have also joined forces with IFG to produce MBAC, the Malta Business Aviation Conference”, explains Lorna Titley of Quaynote. MBAC was formerly Opportunities in Business Jets, that Quaynote ran for 6 years on the island. “By re-branding the conference as MBAC and linking it to IPBAC, we have the opportunity to develop key topics as an ongoing conversation at both conferences and see the discussions evolve throughout the year via social media and a dedicated discussion forum. For sponsors they may enjoy up to a year`s exposure that includes high visibility at two conferences and via on-line platforms that allow continuous engagement.”

The organisers are expecting senior level attendees from across Europe, north America and further afield to attend. Based on speakers and delegates confirmed to attend IPBAC to date, attendees will be able to mingle with leading managers, FBOs, registries, tax advisors and associations and anyone with an interest in business aviation in the Iberian Peninsula and beyond.

Confirmed speakers include Richard Koe, Managing Director, Wing X Advance; Patrick Magretson-Rushmore, CEO, Luxaviation; Jonny Nicol, Founder & CEO, Stratajet; Jorge Colindres, Founder, Chairman and CEO, Aruba and San Marino Registries; Diego Garrigues, Partner, The Air Law Firm;Oliver Stone, Colibri Aircraft Ltd; Irena DeVille, Co-Founder CEO Convolus; Heather Gordon, Chief Legal Officer, Martyn Fiddler Aviation and David Colindres, CEO, San Marino Registry

For further information on either of these events please go to www.quaynote.com or email alison@quaynote.com

On the 16th of February 2018 in Moscow the II Wings of Business Award for the Highest Achievements in the Field of Business Aviation Ceremony will take place. The Award is established by the Russian United Business Aviation Association.
Each year RUBAA Board approves the regulation of the Award, which is published at the project web-site www.wingsaward.ru. The regulation, in particular, provides the list of nominations which will comprise the current competition.
Major categories are kept without changes, but some of them can be modified with consideration of experience of previous editions, market conjuncture, etc.

Thus, one of novelties of this year was improvement of the category “The Best Aircraft”: yet in April 2017 RUBAA Board took the decision to change its formulation. Now the “Most Popular Aircraft” will be chosen. Then, both for objectivity and in order to demonstrate the market capacity the nomination was split into three categories – light aircraft (up to 10 tons), mid-size aircraft (10 – 30 tons), heavy aircraft (over 30 tons).
Besides the received applications (and which are still accepted before the 31st of January 2018) there are published online profiles of “most popular” aircraft: exactly these jets made most of flights at Vnukovo airport in Moscow. Likewise in other nominations, the most popular aircraft will be specified by a total rate formed by 10% by online votes and by 90% by results of RUBAA Members personal voting. There will be three winners – one in each category.
Results will be announced at the II Wings of Business Award, tickets to the ceremony are already now available at www.wingsaward.ru.

Mikhail Titov, director general of Business Aviation Systems Ltd. and RUBAA Vice-president comments: “This is a very important category and a serious competition. We speak about one of the most important and deep sectors of the industry – business aircraft. Honestly, I am impatient myself to know the results as it can indicate many things, including market trends. That is why I once again invite everyone to take seriously the stage of personal voting and of course to attend the ceremony on the 16th of February 2018!”

About the Award: the national award for the highest achievements in the field of business aviation “Wings of Business” is founded by the Russian United Business Aviation Association in 2016. The first award ceremony took place on the 17th of February 2017. In accordance with the approved regulation, the award is introduced in 13 nominations, including several international. At this moment applications from the nominees are accepted and online voting is launched starting from the 1st of November 2017. Full information, sponsorship options, online ticket sale are available at www.wingsaward.ru or by request.

Two months are left before the II Wings of Business Award Ceremony – the award for the highest achievements in business aviation in Russia. The ceremony will take place on the 16th of February 2018 in Moscow, at MIR concert and banquet hall. Now work with nominees, partners and sponsors of the project is in process. Here are some current achievements and results.

• The Award is introduced in 13 nominations. Any organization busy in a relevant sector can apply for nominating till the 31st of January 2018. The only exception is the nomination “For the major contribution to the development of business aviation in Russia”, where RUBAA Board will decide on the winner. Now there are 47 applications received and published, they are all present at www.wingsaward.ru.
• At the ceremony up to 220 guests are to be hosted. Attending the ceremony is subject to ticket purchase. Tickets are available online at www.wingsaward.ru or one can send a request to jury@wingsaward.ru. There will be 20 tables covered for 11 guests each. A perfect solution is to book an entire table for own company or for inviting clients and partners. As of now 100 of 220 seats – almost half of available – are booked. Evening dress-code is black-tie, so gentlemen are expected with butterfly ties and ladies in evening dresses.
• Sponsors and partners of the evening – due to their support it is possible to organize both the award and the ceremony. Wings of Business Award is a perfect place and a unique format to promote one’s services at the business aviation market. Wide information campaign, as well as a unique community – top of the Russian business aviation industry present at the ceremony – provide sponsors with a return from the project. Work with partners is continued, and already now we can thank for support the award sponsor ABS JETS, the ceremony sponsor SATCOM DIRECT, Broker nomination sponsor GETJET. All questions regarding sponsorship can be sent to jury@wingsaward.ru.
• Who will become the winner? This will be decided by the professional community. Till the 31st of January 2018 the award web-site offers online voting – any visitor can vote at www.wingsaward.ru. Right after that, on 1-3 of February 2018 Members of the Russian United Business Aviation Association will vote personally. Member organizations will receive special voting lists and will have an opportunity to give their voice for one participant in each nomination. Exactly these personal votes will form 90% of the total rate of each participant, and the one who has the highest rate will be the winner. The award jury elected by RUBAA Board will confirm the correctness of calculations, signing the relevant protocol.

Now, in mid-December, Wings of Business Award organizational committee and the Russian United Business Aviation Association call for everyone, who works in business aviation and is relevant to its Russian sector, to actively participate in the project! Two month are left before the major industry event! We look forward to seeing you in Moscow at the ceremony!
About the Award: the national award for the highest achievements in the field of business aviation “Wings of Business” is founded by the Russian United Business Aviation Association in 2016. The first award ceremony took place on the 17th of February 2017. In accordance with the approved regulation, the award is introduced in 13 nominations, including several international. At this moment applications from the nominees are accepted and online voting is launched starting from the 1st of November 2017. Full information, sponsorship options, online ticket sale are available at www.wingsaward.ru or by request.