Jamie Santiago Munoz, our General Manager at Addison Airport, was recently interviewed by the Business Airport International magazine, along with various other aviation industry women around the world. Mrs. Munoz provided her insights to encourage the future generation in pursuing a career in aviation.
I think we have made great strides in this effort but still have a way to go. Not only to encourage young women that they can have a meaningful career in aviation but also in building the confidence in the existing workforce to feel that they belong, and their voice deserves to be heard, regardless of the demographics of their environment. I am fortunate enough to work with other women like Melissa Shollenbarger and Lisa Peterson, who are also passionate about building up the next generation of female aviators but we need more crusaders.
Jamie Munoz
Visit BusinessAirportInternational.com for the complete article.
Aviation fuel quality control is crucial to ensure the safe and efficient aircraft operations. The aviation industry relies heavily on the proper functioning of aircraft engines, and any compromise in fuel quality can have serious consequences. Aviation fuel is susceptible to various contaminants, which can lead to corrosion, fuel system blockages, and other issues. Quality control helps identify and mitigate contamination risks, ensuring aviation.
Galaxy FBO hosted the two-day NATA’s Certified Quality Control Inspector Workshop at the Conroe North Houston Regional Airport on February 7th and 8th. The workshop was instructed by NATA and other leading industry experts on aviation fuel quality control and refueling safety. Designed for those who receive, handle, store, and distribute aviation fuels, the course provided the essential knowledge and skills needed for safe operations and the delivery of clean fuel. Galaxy FBO Line Service Technicians from ADS, CXO and HOU attended this course to boost their quality control knowledge and to receive their accreditations.
All participants gained hands-on experience and practical skills through a combination of lectures, hands-on exercises, and case studies. Upon successful completion, attendees received 139.321(e)(1) Fuel Safety Supervisor Certification, a recognized credential within the aviation industry.
For more information on upcoming NATA events, visit nata.aero
The Addison Arbor Foundation (AAF) completed its 20th public art installation earlier this year. Originally installed at a courtyard in the Addison Circle District, AAF restored and relocated local Dallas artist David B. Hickman‘s kinetic artwork. The sculpture was ‘re’installed by John Galletta of 2G Art Services with the assistance of the Town of Addison Parks Department. The 9′ by 6′ by 6’ kinetic wind-activated sculpture cast in bronze, glass and steel materials with two pieces representing Aikido martial arts.
The Addison Arbor Foundation (AAF) officially dedicated the Akido to the Town of Addison on Tuesday, December 12.
Addison is home to more public art per capita than any other city in the U.S. For more information on Addison Arbor Foundation (AAF) and to help support their mission, please visit addisonarbor.org
Galaxy FBO recently hosted the Cirrus Owners & Pilots Association (aka, “COPA”) CPPP (COPA Pilot Proficiency Program) at the Conroe North Houston Regional (KCXO) Airport.
The Cirrus Owners & Pilots Association (COPA) is a non-profit global organization made up of like-minded individuals looking to stay safe in the air and build relationships on the ground through the online and in-person sharing of real-world aviation experiences utilizing the Cirrus Aircraft.
Conroe North Houston Regional Airport based Cirrus Aircraft as a Platinum Training and Service Center partner, Tidal Aviation was a featured program partner for the event.
The CPPP (COPA Pilot Proficiency Program) is recurrent training program that focuses on Cirrus Aircraft specific education, safety, and flying proficiency for pilots, owners, and partners seeking to make the most of their Cirrus experience. The informative weekend-long events are tailored to the participant’s recurrent training requirements and include intense ground instruction, and hands-on flight instruction. In addition, all CPPP participants and their partners are attended social events at the Black Walnut Cafe, located on the third floor of the Galaxy FBO building.
Galaxy FBO recently co-hosted an ‘Evening in Aviation’ at the Addison Airport with PNC Aviation Finance. The well attended event featured all major aircraft manufacturers, with Gulfstream Aerospace featuring its new flagship G700 ultra-long-range large cabin aircraft on display for tours.
PNC Aviation Finance has more than 500 aircraft in its portfolio, and had $5.6B worth of transactions in the past five years. “Our whole philosophy is to build meaningful, longstanding relationships with our clients and partners. For our partners, whether those are the leading broker dealers, the OEMs, or other players, we have the opportunity to help them deliver for their clients. And those relationships are incredibly important to us. So we spend a lot of time with those partners, understanding their needs and helping them understand our model and how we evaluate risk and return.” said Alex Overstrom, who is head of aviation finance for PNC in a recent interview for the Business Jet Traveler magazine.
Jet and Turbo-Prop Aircraft on display:
- Gulfstream G700 & G600
- Dassault Falcon 2000LXS
- Cessna Citation M2 GEN2 & CJ3 GEN2
- Bombardier Challenger 3500
- HondaJet
- Daher TBM 910
- Embraer Phenom 300E
- Pilatus PC24
- Piper M600
Photo Credit: Amy Karp
Over three-hundred private aviation enthusiasts attended the Evening in Aviation event with select exotic cars on display from Tactical Fleet. Several custom built motorcycles were also on display from the Dallas based HAAS Motorcycle Museum.
Galaxy FBO’s team at the Conroe North Houston Regional Airport (KCXO) has come top of the 2023 North America Business Air News (BAN) FBO survey – ‘FBO Feedback 23’.
Business Air News surveys its business aircraft owner and operator subscribers annually to determine the leading fixed base operators in North America and in the EMEA region. The winners were announced at the annual NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) in Las Vegas on October 2023. Galaxy FBO Vice President Cory Merryman received the award from Business Air News’ Brad Wright at the show (below). To view the complete article on BAN’s ‘fbo survey 23’, visit businessairnews.com
We try and make everyone feel this is a home away from home, regardless of what type or size of aircraft they fly. With our ‘trust at every turn’ motto, we make it known to the crew members that we have their back, and we care about their safety as our top priority. A recognition from Business Air News will help our high standards become more widely known.
John Lowry, General Manager at Galaxy FBO KCXO
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Galaxy FBO Addison team hosted the National Business Aviation Association’s Local and Regional Group Committee Round Table.
(more…)Subscribers to Professional Pilot magazine returned the 50th annual PRASE (Preferences Regarding Aviation Services and Equipment) Survey with high marks for Galaxy FBO. (more…)
You may know Kay Hall from her popular videos on social media, featuring her ‘Lil Red’ a 1968 Piper Cherokee 180 with her logo “FlyWithKay”.
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