Orlando is becoming a major hub and resource center for corporate aviation, and for good reason: its metropolitan area boasts an unusually high number of corporate aircraft maintenance and crew training facilities. It also has perhaps the densest concentration of world-class fixed-base operators (FBOs) in…
The three main airports serving Tucson, Arizona, host an eclectic mix of aircraft and missions. Traffic at all three-Tucson International, Ryan and Marana-is on the upswing. But unlike at Phoenix 120 miles northwest, flight congestion around Tucson remains minimal, and you can get in and…
Salt Lake’s diverse, albeit compact, topography has spawned a bountiful network of corporate-class airports that mostly are located along a 90-mile stretch of Interstate Highway 15, the basin’s main north-south ground artery. As Salt Lake grows, so does ground traffic on I-15, and this has…
When you arrive on an airline flight into Washington, D.C.’s Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, the seats on the left side of the aisle provide the best views of the city, especially during early April when the Tidal Basin is abloom with cherry blossoms. But…
Miami is often called the unofficial capital of Latin America. During the last 25 years, it has taken on a much greater international flavor and cemented its place as a hub of finance, trade and transportation. The metropolitan area’s airports have played a big role…
L.A.’s network of mature airports plays a key role in keeping the region’s transportation system from imploding entirely. The area has no fewer than six airports that offer commercial airline service: Burbank, Los Angeles International, Long Beach, Palmdale, Ontario and Orange County. Choices for the…
Affluent travelers today have a myriad of options available to them when it comes to flying privately. The simplest way to narrow down your options is by making a decision based on your typical flight pattern and the total number of hours you fly in…
Whether you are flying commercially or privately, the safety of you and your loved ones should always be your top priority. Your involvement is highly recommended when transporting children and ensuring their safety in-flight. Here are some tips that I usually share with parents who…
