Line Service Technicians are the professionals working on airport ramps to assist with aircraft movement. They juggle a wide variety of responsibilities; including staging jets on the ramp in preparation for departures and moving them cautiously into the hangars after they arrive. It is a precarious job that requires steady nerves and the ability to focus their […]
ADS-B Out & TCAS 7.1 Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast, also known as ADS-B, is a satellite-based surveillance system. ADS-B Out uses GPS technology to determine an aircraft’s location, airspeed and other data, and broadcasts that information to a network of ground stations. After it reaches the ground stations the data is sent to air traffic control […]
Charise was born and raised in a small town located 5 miles from the South Dakota border called Hills, Minnesota. She moved to Arizona 28 years ago and has lived here ever since. Charise has many hobbies including reading, cooking and taking care of her animals. It’s not uncommon to see Charise find a wounded […]
As you might have noticed, we’ve redesigned our website. With our website’s new features you will be able to request specific information, watch videos of aircraft for sale, read our blog, compare aircraft and much more. Our new Homepage is easy to navigate, interactive and informative. On the Homepage under the “Want to Know More” […]
Take a behind the scenes look of Trends Magazine’s photoshoot honoring the Phoenix Heart Ball that took place at Pinnacle Aviation. The Heart Ball Committee is a fundraising group for the American Heart Association. They began their fundraising 50+ years ago and have continued to grow over the years. The 2016 Phoenix Heart Ball will […]
Pinnacle Aviation has expanded our charter fleet by welcoming two new jets in 2016. We were excited to add a Challenger 604 in January and a second Hawker 400XP in August to our fleet. Our Challenger 604 offers a luxurious 12 passenger interior with an extended cabin. It is equipped with a large forward galley […]
Seven Sensible Questions to Ask When Arranging Private Jet Charter People seeking to charter an aircraft, often rely on their own research or a Charter Broker’s expertise to evaluate the many charter aircraft and services available to them. Private jet users expect that, at a minimum, aircraft available for charter are in compliance with Federal […]
Only the Very Best Operators qualify for IS-BAO Stage 3 Accreditation After hearing the news that Pinnacle Aviation had been awarded the prestigious IS-BAO Stage 3 certification, Trevor Turcott, Pinnacle Aviation’s Director of Operations, proudly stated, “As aviation professionals, it is rewarding and validating to have our SMS processes audited and applauded. We embrace the […]
Understanding the Key Elements of Aircraft Resale Values It’s been said that a buyer will purchase a specific jet because they either fall in love with the aircraft itself or they fall in love with the notion of a great deal. Whatever the reason, if a buyer doesn’t love the jet itself, then the price […]
THERE’S FIRST CLASS. THEN THERE’S PINNACLE CLASS. To call it First Class travel doesn’t begin to describe the Pinnacle Aviation charter experience. It’s about peace of mind. It’s about comfort. It’s about reliability. But, most important, it’s about you. Pinnacle goes beyond the expected to give you a higher level of safety, service and dependability. […]
Pinnacle Aviation Delivers A Higher Level of Sales & Acquisition Expertise. What is the impact of an airplane’s maintenance status on its overall value? One of the fundamental factors to be considered when valuing an aircraft is the condition of its maintenance status. There can sometimes be wide disparity between appraisals for similarly aged aircraft […]
Only the Very Best Operators qualify for IS-BAO Stage 3 Accreditation. Pinnacle Aviation is on a relentless pursuit for operational excellence. We realize that safety and service reliability is about dutiful attention to the smallest details. We’ve gone well-beyond aviation industry standards to ensure our operational systems are trustworthy and dependable. The general aviation […]
There are numerous factors involved in determining an aircraft’s value at any time, including: airframe and engine times, equipment, and the resale market. Bruce Ison, Pinnacle Aviation’s Director of Insurance, suggests jet owners determine the value of their aircraft annually to make sure it is close to what amount is listed in their insurance policy. […]
Airport Operations Scottsdale Airport is a general aviation reliever facility that is owned and operated by the City of Scottsdale. Approximately 152,568 takeoffs and landings occurred in 2014, making Scottsdale one of the busiest corporate jet facilities in the state. Nearly 370 aircraft are based at Scottsdale Airport, from single engine recreational planes to numerous […]
Convenience, productivity, safety and security are key reasons why individuals and companies choose on-demand air travel for personal and business travel. Air charter flights operate on the passenger’s schedule, allowing considerable flexibility. With the ability to fly in and out of more than 5,000 public use airports in the United States – more than 100 […]
