EBAA, NBAA cancel European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition
The European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) and National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) today announced the decision to cancel the European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition 2020 (EBACE2020), due to concerns related to the rapidly evolving Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
Events listing
09/12/2024
With the new Commission in place, EBAA sets its priorities
The approval of the new European Commission highlights a shifting political landscape, with the EPP emerging as a key player in future compromises. Aviation policy under the von der Leyen II Commission will focus on balancing decarbonisation with competitiveness, involving multiple commissioners overseeing aviation initiatives. EBAA is committed to ensuring business aviation remains central to EU policies by advocating for net-zero goals, investments in aviation technology, and a competitive European market.
09/12/2024
Teresa Ribera and business aviation: what to expect?
Teresa Ribera's appointment as the European Commission’s Executive Vice-President for Clean, Just, and Competitive Transition signals stricter sustainability policies for business aviation. EBAA will advocate for fair regulations while supporting the sector’s innovation and alignment with EU climate goals.
09/12/2024
Sustainability in focus: Reflections on the SPBAA forum
On November 28, 2024, Paul Walsh addressed sustainability at the SPBAA’s “Flying Into the Future of Business Aviation in Spain 2024” forum in Madrid. This event highlighted the industry’s need to lead in environmental responsibility and innovation. EBAA presented the STARS programme, a framework promoting measurable sustainability practices, and emphasized collaboration between European and national associations like SPBAA to drive meaningful action locally and align with broader European goals.
09/12/2024
The 5 most hectic years ever for business aviation
The past five years marked a turbulent era for European business aviation, driven by the Covid-19 pandemic and its aftermath. While activity surged briefly from mid-2021 to late 2022, driven by new customer demand and disrupted commercial flights, levels returned to pre-pandemic norms by late 2022. Claims of explosive growth are exaggerated, as 2022 activity mirrored 2007, highlighting the industry’s stability amid polarized debates on sustainability and class issues.
04/12/2024
Rebooting the EBAA safety committee.
On November 11th in Cologne, the EBAA Safety Committee named Colin Russell as its new chairman, updated its terms of reference, and committed to re-engaging members to promote business aviation safety
14/11/2024
EBAA integrates AIR OPS into EBACE 2025
EBAA is integrating its AIR OPS event into EBACE 2025, creating a dedicated zone and sessions for ground and flight operators. This merger aims to enhance industry collaboration, with new opportunities for networking and growth. Further details on participation will be announced soon.
12/11/2024
The European Union's Entry/Exit System (EES): Transforming Border Control
The EU's new Entry/Exit System (EES) replaces passport stamping with digital registration, enhancing border security and efficiency for non-EU nationals entering/exiting the Schengen Area and impacting compliance requirements for aviation stakeholders.
07/11/2024
European Business aviation traffic tracker (October 2024)
Using EUROCONTROL data, we have compiled the European Business aviation traffic figures for October 2024.
21/10/2024
EBACE25: Change is in the Air
EBAA is pleased to announce that EBACE25 is taking place in Geneva from May 20-22, 2025.
14/10/2024
European Business aviation traffic tracker (September 2024)
Using EUROCONTROL data, we have compiled the European Business aviation traffic figures for September 2024.
03/10/2024
EBAA calls business aviation operators to contribute to Commission's Consultation on a Flight Emission Label
The European Commission has launched a consultation on a voluntary flight emission labelling scheme. EBAA encourages its members to review the proposal and share feedback, as the current approach poses technical challenges for business aviation operators.
10/09/2024
European Business aviation traffic tracker (August 2024)
Using EUROCONTROL data, we have compiled the European Business aviation traffic figures for August 2024.
09/09/2024
European Business Aviation Manifesto puts the sectors’ role for Competitiveness, Innovation, and Net-Zero Technologies front and centre
EBAA and GAMA have launched their policy manifesto for the 2024 - 2029 European legislative term, advocating for measures to enhance business aviation's contributions to competitiveness, innovation and sustainability in Europe...
02/09/2024
Junior Communications Officer
30/08/2024
European Business aviation traffic tracker (July 2024)
Using EUROCONTROL data, we have compiled the European Business aviation traffic figures for July 2024.
22/08/2024
Manager - Sustainability and Future Workforce
19/08/2024
EBAA to Produce Future Editions of EBACE
Brussels, Belgium & Washington, DC, August 19, 2024 – Today, the European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) and the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) announced that EBAA has purchased NBAA's interest in the European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE). With the purchase, EBAA has become the sole producer of all future editions of EBACE, including EBACE2025. Financial terms of the purchase agreement were not disclosed.
19/07/2024
European Business aviation traffic tracker (June 2024)
Using EUROCONTROL data, we have compiled the European Business aviation traffic figures for June 2024.
15/07/2024
A New EU Legislature Takes Off
The new EU legislature will present a changed political landscape for the business aviation sector to navigate...
15/07/2024
Introducing BASIC 2024: The Future of Business Aviation Safety and Innovation
BASIC 2024 will offer members of the aviation safety community a new format for discussing aviation safety in a more engaging and innovative way...
