News about the aviation industry as told by Aviate Alabama.
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Michael Jordan, iconic NBA player and team owner, is known for his Gulfstream private jet, registered as N239MJ. He uses it to attend NASCAR races and support his team, 23XI Racing. Jordan owns the aircraft outright, works with Executive Jet Management for maintenance, and ensures a stress-free ownership experience with privacy and security measures in place.
In analyzing private jet registrations and state economies, Mississippi lags behind Alabama in GDP and has a higher unemployment rate. Despite Mississippi’s newer private jet fleet, it does not indicate a stronger economy. Tax policies, such as lower excise jet fuel tax in Alabama, may influence newer jet purchases despite the state’s stronger economy.
Alabama State Senator Lance Bell introduced a bill to establish THE JOINT STUDY COMMISSION ON ADVANCED AIR MOBILITY, following the footsteps of the US Congress in 2022. The bill aims to evaluate the state’s aviation infrastructure, identify local companies in the aeronautical industry, and attract businesses specializing in Advanced Air Mobility technology. The commission will present its recommendations to the Governor by 2025.
Alabama recently unveiled its first eVTOL charging station at Montgomery Regional Airport in collaboration with Beta Technologies, signaling a significant leap in sustainable aviation. The Beta Charging Cube, offering Level 3 Fast charging for aircraft and Level 2 for electric automobiles, demonstrates Alabama’s potential as a hub for cutting-edge transportation technologies. Beta’s innovative elevated landing platforms further emphasize their commitment to advancing eVTOL technology.
