A fixed-base operator (FBO), is defined as an organization that has been granted the right to operate at a particular airport and perform aeronautical services: such as aircraft maintenance, tie-down and parking, fueling, hangaring, flight instruction, and many more services. An FBO is typically the primary provider of general aviation support services and is usually located onsite at the airport. Read more >>

Swissport International Ltd., a worldwide airport ground service provider, has recently signed an agreement with Honeywell Aerospace Company to employ their GoDirect Ground program for the next five years.  This collaboration will allow Swissport to operate using Honeywell’s ramps, providing them with real-time updates on baggage sorting, crew and passenger transportation, and aircraft loading and unloading.  All this data is then transmitted to the GoDirect Ground software and is used to help improve their services. Read more >>

Aircraft safety is serious business. From how many hours till the next hot section inspection or engine overhaul to how many cycles till the aircraft’s tires are replaced, every little thing involving the maintenance and repair of an aircraft has to be strictly regulated and monitored. And while it would be cool if all the service and maintenance was done in the sky, it’s usually done on the ground with aircraft ground support equipment. Read more >>