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The majority of avionics developments today are focused on refining and improving the quality, efficiency and safety of aircraft operations. A secondary market is that of passenger service or support.
According to both OEMS and avionics shops, the most requested items today are still flat panel cockpit updates and system revisions. Such upgrades effectively and efficiently improve the safety and productivity of an older aircraft while also adding additional hull value come resale time.
The survey results are in... (again !!)
We are dedicated to creating an environment where members, meet, talk, network, and inform!
We would like to thank the over 270 respondents who took the time to participate in Business Aviation Network Group annual survey (Linked-In). The group is going on it’s 4th successful year and this 2nd survey provided us very useful feedback.
Comments: For 2011 end of year survey:
"I'd like to see more input/information on what companies are doing to improve/increase business in today's market."
"Like to see more on rationale for justifying purchase of business aircraft and the decision making processes for down-selecting to the "right" business aircraft."
"More communication between users."
If you have evaluated the cost/benefit of Aviation for Business and empirically concluded it is not viable then you need not read any further, thank you for your time.
There are more than a few skeptics about whether social media is effective in B2B marketing overall, and aviation marketing, in particular. The technology behind social media is new and it’s evolving at a breakneck pace. This is not just change, it’s explosive change, and it can be a bit scary. But it doesn’t have to be.
Washington D.C. (Feb. 3, 2012) - We are very pleased that agreement on a final FAA Reauthorization Bill has been reached and are hopeful it will pass the House and Senate by next week. This bill offers significant benefits to the aviation industry including stability, predictability, and a path toward implementation of NextGen air traffic management and unmanned operations in the National Airspace System (NAS). 
São José dos Campos, Brazil, February 6, 2012 – Embraer performed the Legacy 500 first engine run on January 17, at the Company’s headquarters in São José dos Campos, Brazil. This was the second major milestone in the development of the midsize executive jet program, following the aircraft’s roll out, on December 23, 2011. 
WICHITA, Kan., Feb. 2, 2012 — Cessna Aircraft Company, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced today that it has increased the range capability of its planned new midsize jet, the Citation Latitude. The Latitude is now expected to have a maximum range of 2,300 nautical miles (4,259.6 kilometers). 
Moline, IL, January 31, 2012 - Elliott Aviation, a leader in a diverse set of business aviation services is proud to announce the addition of Mike Fetcko as Avionics Manager to the Elliott Aviation team in the Quad Cities.
SAVANNAH, Ga., January 25, 2012 — Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has named Eric Stuck senior manager, New Business Development, within the Gulfstream Product Support organization. His primary responsibility is to oversee the development of aftermarket avionics and cabin electronics modification programs for Gulfstream aircraft. Stuck reports to Matt Huhn, director, Product Support Business and Program Support.
