25 September 2020, Brussels Furthering its commitment to help business aircraft operators and companies take substantial action on the UN Sustainable Development Goals, the European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) has launched two working groups tasked with defining guidelines for the sector’s bold initiative S.T.A.R.S. – Standards & Training for Aviation Responsibility and Sustainability.

The Sales and Acquisitions Committee includes Business aviation sales and acquisitions professionals that work towards developing and sharing best practices to improve the aircraft acquisition experience within the sector.

The Tech Committee includes companies with a shared commitment to promoting technology and innovation within Business aviation.

The Maintenance Committee is made up of maintenance professionals working for Business aviation operators and of representatives from Business aviation maintenance companies.

The Financiers Committee brings together companies that support aircraft financing within the Business aviation sector.

The Airports, Handling and Ground Operations Committee (AHGOC) brings together aviation specialists that work to provide Business aviation operators the infrastructure they need to fly.

On 9 July 2020, the European Commission adopted a communication to help national authorities, businesses and citizens prepare for the inevitable changes that will arise at the end of the transition period.

Brussels/London, 15 July 2020. Today The Air Charter Association (The ACA) and the European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) issued a warning to the Business Aviation sector regarding an increase in online fraud, as the charter market opens up to new and returning users.

In the crowded landscape of EU public affairs, a compelling online presence is more necessary than ever to help decision-makers make informed choices that affect the Business aviation sector.

On 26 May, the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) announced the COVID-19 guidelines for FTL temporary exemptions.