Corporate Aviation and NBAA Events
Corporate Aviation Safety
Companies engaged in business aviation prioritize safety, aiming to exceed the safety levels of public transportation options. They operate under rigorous safety programs to achieve this goal.
Most corporate aviation flight departments voluntarily exceed the minimum operating standards set by regulatory agencies like the FAA. Their standards often mirror those of airlines and charter operators.
Company aircraft are typically flown by two experienced, airline-certified pilots who undergo recurrent training in high-quality simulators. Maintenance technicians employ advanced techniques and materials to maintain the aircraft. All personnel receive training in ground and flight emergency procedures.
Companies and personnel demonstrate their commitment to safety through the NBAA Flying Safety Awards, which recognize years of safe operations at the annual NBAA convention.
NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE)
The NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) is a major annual event for the business aviation community. It serves as a comprehensive overview of the industry's current state and future trends.
NBAA-BACE brings together a diverse group of stakeholders, including aircraft manufacturers, operators, pilots, maintenance professionals, technology providers, financiers, and regulatory officials.
The event features large indoor exhibition halls, static aircraft displays, conference sessions, and panel discussions.
Key areas covered at NBAA-BACE include:
- Technological Innovation: Advancements in aircraft design, avionics, and onboard systems are showcased. Companies often use the event to launch new aircraft or unveil upgrades. Digital transformation in flight planning, maintenance tracking, and cockpit connectivity are also highlighted.
- Sustainability and Environmental Responsibility: Leaders discuss and promote initiatives to reduce the aviation industry's carbon footprint.
- Regulatory and Legislative Updates: Senior officials from the FAA, EASA, and other international bodies provide updates on evolving rules, airspace access, and operational compliance. Topics include new SMS (Safety Management System) requirements, pilot duty limits, maintenance regulations, and international flying considerations.
- Business and Financial Strategies: Explored topics include aircraft acquisition and leasing, tax optimization, risk management, and insurance. The event provides networking opportunities for financiers, brokers, and legal professionals involved in corporate aviation ownership and operations.
2025 NBAA Single-Pilot Safety Standdown
The 2025 NBAA Single-Pilot Safety Standdown is scheduled for October 13, 2025, at the Las Vegas Convention Center, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
The event focuses on effective single-pilot risk management, covering single-pilot accidents and data, aircraft transitions, circling approaches, and mental health.
It is held in conjunction with the 2025 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE).
Fortune 500 and Business Aviation
The Fortune 500 is an annual ranking by Fortune magazine of the largest U.S. companies based on total annual revenue. It includes both public and private companies that submit financial data to government agencies.
The list highlights influential businesses across various industries and is used by investors, analysts, and job seekers.
Walmart, Amazon, and Apple are examples of companies that frequently appear at the top of the Fortune 500 list.
The corporations on the Fortune Global 500 list posted approximately in aggregate revenues in 2023, with a year-over-year increase. In 2023 Walmart maintained the top spot for the 11th consecutive year. Saudi Aramco's profits were reported at .
Only a small percentage (about ) of the approximately business aircraft registered in the United States are operated by Fortune 500 companies. The remaining are used by medium and small-sized businesses, government agencies, universities, and non-profit organizations.
Business aviation serves over public-use facilities in the U.S., which is 10 times more than the airlines. Commercial airlines primarily operate to and from 70 major airports, and the total number of U.S. destinations served by airlines has decreased.