Your Weekly Briefing - September 7, 2023

Ready to Soar: Back to Business Aviation

We trust you had a relaxing long weekend! We're thrilled to resume our activities and eagerly anticipate reconnecting with the Canadian business aviation community. Thank you to our incredible members for being the backbone of Canadian business aviation. Your dedication keeps our industry soaring high.

Stay tuned over the next few months for the release of CBAA’s Economic Impact Study sponsored by Bombardier and CAE , CBAA’s cross-Canada chapter meetings, membership renewals and more! Not yet a member? Why not embark on a journey with us? Canadian aircraft operators, becoming a CBAA member means accessing the support, expertise, and networking opportunities you need to elevate your business to new heights.

Member Services

Australian TSB Report

Here is an Australian Transportation Safety Board (ATSB)—Uncommanded power reduction. It is being shared for member information who may be operating Beechcraft King Air B200C aircraft. This incident highlights the importance of having a detailed understanding of the characteristics that may be specific to an aircraft type. In the case of the King Air series of aircraft, the design of the power lever system meant that the friction locks required careful adjustment to prevent power lever migration particularly during take-off.

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TC Global Exemption NCR-023-2023

Here is Transport Canada global exemption NCR-023-2023. The purpose of this exemption is to adopt temporary measures in the public interest to enable all holders of valid Canadian Aviation Document Booklets to continue operations following supply chain issues that have not been resolved since the end of the COVID pandemic.

More specifically, this exemption allows all holders of Canadian Aviation Document Booklets that were still valid on April 1, 2023 to continue exercising the privileges stated in their booklet until August 31, 2024; or beyond if the expiry date affixed in the booklet is later. This exemption reinstates the regulatory relief previously granted under similar exemption NCR-059-2021. CARs provision: Subsection 401.12(2) & 402.08(2) & (3).

Discover the Power of CBAA's Compensation Survey Results!

Did you know that the corporate aviation sector paid, on average, 11% higher than Airlines/Charter firms and 19% higher than Maintenance/Manufacturing firms across comparable job families.

If your organization participated in the study, you are entitled to a copy free of charge, send an email to [email protected] with the request. Otherwise, purchase the full report here .

Western Canada Chapter Meeting Sponsors

We are delighted to extend our gratitude to our sponsors for the upcoming CBAA Fall Western Chapter swing. We are grateful to Bombardier , Echo Aviation Leasing Corporation , and FlightSafety International for generously confirming their sponsorship for the Northern Alberta (Edmonton), Southern Alberta (Calgary), and Pacific (Vancouver) chapter meetings!

Interested in participating with CBAA cross-Canada chapter meetings? Check out our sponsorship brochure .

Visit CBAA’s events calendar to save the dates and register for all upcoming meeting dates.

Stay tuned for more information, coming soon!

CBAA Features Industry Partner – Air Trail

Air Trail is at the forefront of transforming the aviation industry in Canada. Our mission is clear: to usher in a new era of efficiency, reduce overhead costs, and optimize pilot utilization for our clients. We specialize in offering cloud-based data collection and tracking solutions tailored for small to medium-sized aviation operators.

Our software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform boasts a wide range of features:

·???????? Digital flight planning and logging

·???????? Seamless integration with ForeFlight, maintenance, and billing systems

·???????? Efficient crew scheduling

·???????? Flight and duty time tracking

·???????? Pilot currency tracking

·???????? Operational report generation

·???????? Document control

·???????? And more!

Key Features & Benefits:

·???????? Digital Transformation: Say goodbye to paper logbooks in the cockpit, and cumbersome spreadsheets and calendars at the flight operation headquarters. Air Trail's platform digitizes and streamlines these processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

·???????? Regulatory Compliance: Air Trail is proud to offer the only electronic logging solution that passes Transport Canada audits. Our platform ensures compliance with regulations from individual companies, Transport Canada, and adheres to industry best practices.

·???????? Detailed Record Keeping: The digital logbook meticulously captures all essential flight and maintenance details, from times and trends to defect data and sign-offs by crew and aircraft maintenance engineers.

·???????? Pilot Fatigue Monitoring: We prioritize safety by simplifying crew scheduling, streamlining duty-time logging, and ensuring adherence to rest requirements.

·???????? Configurable & Integrative: Recognizing that every operator's needs are unique, our software is highly configurable. It's designed to integrate seamlessly with other industry-leading systems like ForeFlight or maintenance ERPs, all while ensuring robust core product support.

·???????? Unparalleled Support: Our operators never stop, so neither do we. Our customer success and support teams are available around the clock should you need them.

Our Commitment: At Air Trail, we don't just offer a product; we build partnerships. We're committed to providing ongoing support and continuously tailoring our software to meet the evolving needs of our clients. By choosing Air Trail, operators are not just adopting a tool; they're joining a community dedicated to excellence and innovation in the aviation industry.

Less Paperwork - More Flying!

Special offer for fellow CBAA members:

15% off recurring fees for as long as you remain a CBAA member!

For more information, please visit our website at www.airtrail.co or email [email protected] .

Signature Aviation Announces Opening of New Renovated Facility in Bedford, MA

The opening of the private aviation facility at the Bedford L.G. Hanscom Field Airport will deliver an innovative, state-of-the-art customer experience for private aviation travelers in New England.

Read the full release here .