A new Corporate Charter with Global Opearting Capabilities, Gulfstream 200 added to Meridian Air charter Large Fleet, advancing the availability of our Jets….
From August 30th thru September 2, 2010, Meridian employees will be working with ServiceElements, an Arizona based service training company that focuses on Aviation workshops. The theme of the workshops will be “Building a Service Culture” which is based off of a book published by Mario Martinez and Bob Hobbi, both of ServiceElements. “The purpose of inviting ServiceElements to work with our staff, is so that we can hone our customer service skills” said Betsy Wines, VP of Customer Service and Human Resources. ”We know that our people and facility have been recognized nationally in the Professional Pilot Prase Survey, AIN FBO Survey, and FltPlan.com Pilots Choice survey, but we always feel we can do better.” This will be the fifth time that Meridian has worked with ServiceElements.
August 9 through 13, 2010 Meridian Jet Center hosted a Rockwell Collins Pro Line IV Maintenance Class. This free of charge course provides line maintenance personnel with the necessary training to operate and perform flight line maintenance for the Pro Line IV system.
Upon completing this course the student will have an understanding of Pro Line IV avionics principles and operation. They will be able to identify system components and their functional characteristics.
The class was attended by 27 students from various companies.
Breakfast and lunch was provided by generous sponsors.
The morning breakfast for the week was payed for by Ray Larkin from ICG.
The lunch sponsors were: Meridian Jet Center Executive Jet Management Islip Avionics Teterboro PAMA Standard Aero AAR Mars Net Jets
Thanks for all your generous support
Meridian Teterboro continues to make improvements for valued clients.- Paving the ramp of the best private aviation / executive terminal facility at Teterboro is a huge undertaking but meridian Teterboro is working to provide superior conditions for customers. Meridian expanded the ramp space in 2008 to support the high volume of aircraft.
The 5 week project will be completed mid September.
Meridian Teterboro will be exhbiting at the 63rd Annual NBAA Convention in Atlanta GA
Meridian Teterboro/ Meridian Air Charter/ Meridian Jet Center/ Meridian Aircraft Management will be represented at BOOTH # 7827
The Longest Continuously Operating Aviation Services Company in the New York Metropolitan Area
The business roots of Meridian originate in 1946 when company founder and former WWII test pilot, Ken Forester, Sr., began converting military transport aircraft for executive operation. Still privately owned and operated today, Meridian’s accumulated expertise is now focused on aircraft charter, aircraft management, jet maintenance and customer service.
Opened at Teterboro in 1958, Meridian has been one of the pioneers of private aviation in the New York market. In 2006 we opened the doors to our new terminal (FBO) and hangar, aligning our services, experience and passion for superior private aviation under one roof. For private jet charter, aircraft maintenance, aircraft management, and executive terminal services Meridian is the line by which all others are measured.
Meridian AIr Charter Headquartered in Teterboro NJ has earned Stage one of ISBAO - Compliant status
We are pleased to announce that Meridian Air Charter is now an ACSF audit-registered operator. To view your listing, go the following link: www.acsf.aero/registry
PRESS RELEASE: Meridian Air Charter Added To IAS Registry |
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Alison McHugh
Manager, Safety Programs
888-723-3135
MERIDIAN AIR CHARTER ADDED TO IAS REGISTRY
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Through research, collaboration and education, the Air Charter Safety Foundation advances charter and shared aircraft ownership industry standards and best practices; promulgates safety, security and service benchmarks; and promotes the universal acceptance of safety management systems.
Alexandria, VA, June 23, 2010 — The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) is pleased to announce the addition of Meridian Air Charter of Teterboro, NJ, to the IAS Registry. Meridian Air Charter is the 12th operator to have completed the IAS audit and achieved Registered status with the ACSF.
“The ACSF registration complements our continued achievements in the safety community,” said Tim Burke, director of operations, Meridian Air Charter. The company joins an elite group of industry leaders that are committed to quality and safety and are part of this new proactive standard aimed at being the single audit standard for Part 135 and 91K operators.
The ACSF audit program evaluates operators every 24 months, and consists of a rigorous review of an operator’s processes, procedures, and regulatory compliance, as well as of the operator’s implementation of and adherence to an SMS. The IAS continues to grow, with 28 operators currently scheduled to go through the audit program this year and 15 of those already completing the on-site portion of the audit.
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Meridian Jet Center hosted a Rolls Royce TAY 611-8 Engine Fundamentals Class. Dallas Airmotive and speaker Mike Clune presented the 8 hour class. Mike has an extensive knowledge of the engine and provided an excellent presentation of the issues associated with the engine. The class was attended by 30 AMT’s from flight departments and repair facilities from the surrounding states. The class also qualified for 8 hours of IA training.
NEWS RELEASE
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Meridian Air Charter Awarded ARG/US Platinum Rating
TETERBORO, NJ June 2, 2010 – Meridian Air Charter, a private aviation services company proudly announces it has been awarded an ARG/US Platinum rating.
“This upgraded platinum rating now gives us the industry recognition we consistently and diligently work for and deserve,” said Heather DeRegis, Meridian Flight Operations Manager, “A lot of time, effort and team work has gone into making Meridian – the line by which all others are measured!”
According to ARG/US*, the Platinum Rating is the highest level of its safety ratings and is awarded to those operators who meet the criteria for Silver and Gold, and successfully pass an ARG/US on-site safety audit. A Platinum rating requires a functioning Safety Management System, and clear and workable Emergency Response Plan, and appropriate written standards, implementation, and records for all major aspects of Operations and Maintenance within a flight department or Charter company (see http://www.aviationresearch.com/onsite_audit.asp ).
*ARG/US International, Inc. (ARGUS) is the industry leader in providing specialized aviation services to companies that manufacture, finance, operate, maintain, and market commercial and business aircraft, as well providing products and services to end-user consumers worldwide.
Headquartered in Teterboro, New Jersey, Meridian is a full service private aviation services company; with world class aviation since 1946. Still privately owned and operated today, Meridian’s accumulated expertise offers a complete suite of professional aviation services:
Q Meridian Teterboro-FBO Terminal Services
Q Meridian Jet Center-FAA authorized repair station
Q Meridian Air Charter
Q Meridian Aircraft Management
Q Meridian Jet Center Detailing
For more information visit www.nycjets.com, or call one of our travel professionals, 24 hours a day, at 1-800-882-2333.
Editor’s Note:
Contact: Maureen Maloney
Marketing Manager
Meridian Air Charter
201.288.5040 ext 253
Maureen.maloney@meridianair charter .com
485 Industrial Avenue, Teterboro NJ 07608
MERIDIAN AIR CHARTER IS CURRENTLY THE 82ND COMPANY TO OBTAIN THE ARG/US PLATINUM RATING. WE WERE PREVIOUSLY GOLD PLUS.
WE ARE ALSO CURRENTLY ISBAO CERTIFIED & WYVERN APPROVED.
Air Charter was elevated to an ARG/US Platinum rating status
Aircell LLC will be at Meridian Teterboro / Jet Center on June 9th to spead the word about their High Speed Internet service http://www.aircell.com/seminar/
For further clarification call :
Bill Darbe
Aircell
Regional Sales Manager
913-780-3488 Voice
913-768-0967 Fax