ProvenAir Technologies, a provider of cloud-based back-to-birth traceability solutions for the aerospace industry, announces the deployment of its new Lease Management platform. Developed in close collaboration with RESIDCO, a commercial aircraft and engine lessor, Lease Management gives asset owners a single system to track their portfolio and the lease economics governing it, replacing the spreadsheets and manual processes that have long defined the industry.

Plane Place Aviation, a Texas-based aircraft MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul) provider, announces the appointment of Ron Reiling as its new sales manager. Reiling brings decades of business-aviation sales leadership, technical knowledge, and customer relationship experience to the growing organization.

West Star Aviation announces the appointment of Connor Mottice as regional sales manager for the Ohio Valley region, serving customers across Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio, Tennessee and Eastern Canada. Mottice steps into the role with more than a decade of experience at West Star Aviation, bringing a strong background in maintenance, quality, and technical sales.

Liberty University announces it has been awarded a grant from Boeing to support the construction of a public pavilion on the site of the university’s planned DC-8 Overlook at Preston Glenn Field at Lynchburg Regional Airport. The DC-8, donated to Liberty by Samaritan’s Purse, was the last flying U.S.-registered DC-8 before it was retired in December after more than 60 years of service and nearly a decade of impactful global relief missions.

SKYTRAC Systems Ltd. (SKYTRAC), a global provider in satellite communications (satcom) and intelligent connectivity solutions, announces its 40th anniversary of providing mission-critical satellite communications to the aviation industry. Founded in Penticton, British Columbia, SKYTRAC has grown steadily over four decades and is proud to celebrate 40 years serving the connectivity needs of aircraft operators from its home in British Columbia, Canada.

The 2026 National Business Aviation Association’s (NBAA’s) Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) brings back the Career Zone, offering those new to the industry and those looking for a career change an opportunity to meet with hiring companies, work with a career coach, learn about scholarships, and more.

Supporting worthy philanthropic causes is a key mission of the National Business Aviation Association’s (NBAA’s) Young Professionals in Business Aviation Council (YoPro), which this year is donating its time and talent to support Corporate Angel Network (CAN) during a “Helpy Hour” at the 2026 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE).

As business aviation navigates growing operational complexity and heightened safety expectations, the industry’s need for strong leadership has never been greater. In response, the 2026 National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) is introducing a new, exciting slate of Professional Development Program (PDP) courses, led by industry experts and designed to equip attendees with practical tools to sharpen leadership skills and strengthen safety culture across their organizations.

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) will honor business-aviation leader, former industry executive and steadfast industry advocate, Roger Whyte, with the association’s prestigious John P. “Jack” Doswell Award at the 2026 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) coming to Las Vegas, Oct. 20-22.

Mint Turbines, based in Stroud, OK, is named a Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) Designated Overhaul Facility (DOF), expanding its portfolio of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) authorizations and strengthening its position as a trusted provider of turbine engine maintenance, repair and overhaul services. Pratt & Whitney is an RTX business.