Flying Private to the Party

Tribeca Film Festival
City New York City, New York
When April 21 to May 2, 2010
Where Various venues around the city

In 2002, Jane Rosenthal and Robert De Niro set out to give Tribeca new life after the events of 9/11. Their creation, the Tribeca Film Festival, was not only a smashing success its inaugural year, drawing in more than 150,000 visitors and raising more than $10 million, but since has grown to become one of the most respected film festivals in the industry. Making headlines this year was the announcement that Shrek Forever After will premiere as the opening-night film—the first 3D movie for the festival. To participate, touch down atteterboro Airport (TEB)
• Technically in the New Jersey Meadowlands, Teterboro is only 12 miles from midtown Manhattan, making it a favorite among the famous. Everyone from Donald Trump to Paris Hilton to Oprah Winfrey to Sting has been spotted taxiing down the runways at Teterboro.

• FBOs include Meridian Teterboro, Jet Aviation, Atlantic Aviation Services, Signature Flight Support, and First Aviation Services.

• It is such a prominent airport for private aircraft that when Gulfstream considered the design of the new G650, weight restrictions were put in place to keep the plane at 99,600 pounds, just enough to fly in under Teterboro’s 100,000-pound limit.

• Claiming 827 acres, Teterboro offers 90 acres of hangar space and offices and 408 acres of runways, while the remaining 329 acres remain undeveloped.

Festival de Cannes
Cannes, France
May 12 to 23, 2010
Palme d’Or

With notable Hollywood A-listers such as Russell Crowe, Cate Blanchett, Jennifer Connelly, and William Hurt expected to debut their latest film projects this year, Cannes promises to be the place to see and be seen this spring. Celebrating the world of cinema for more than 60 years, The Festival de Cannes is quite possibly the most prestigious and respected film festival in the world. Not only has it launched the careers of many Hollywood greats, but it is also the place for memorable red-carpet looks and a bevy of star-studded parties. To participate, touch down at Cannes Mandelieu Airport (LFMD)

• The benchmark business airport in the South of France, LFMD offers superior amenities including car-hire services, VIP area, a restaurant-bar, and rooms reserved especially for pilots and crew

• Equipped with night runway lighting, the airport remains open until 8 p.m. and is controlled by the French Civil Aviation Authority, DGAC

• There are hangers to house visiting aircraft, as well as distribution of jet fuel and Avgas (a high-octane aviation fuel) services

• Airplane-to-helicopter transfer is available for those of you heading to the parties in style.

Auction Napa Valley
Napa Valley, California
June 3 to 6, 2010
Throughout the Valley

This year, Napa Valley Vintners Association is celebrating the 30th anniversary of Auction Napa Valley. Since 1981, this influential fundraising event has grown into one of the world’s most renowned wine auctions, donating $90 million dollars to date in support of various non-profit programs, including funds toward healthcare, housing, and youth services. More than 350 wineries and 550 community volunteers participate in this philanthropic event, spanning the many prestigious vineyards the Valley has to offer. To participate, touch down at Napa County Airport (APC)
• APC can accommodate most private aircraft, including jets up to 120,000 pounds, dual tandem wheels, and/or a Gulfstream 500, better known as a G5

• Japan Air Lines uses Napa County Airport as a high-quality flight training facility, so it is equipped with the latest computerized training aids

• Construction of an airfield in Napa Valley was sparked by the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941. The Napa Auxiliary Air Defense Field was built in 1942, and, in 1945 when peace was imminent, the government turned control of the airport over to Napa Valley Bridgeford Flying Services, the only original FBO to survive at this airport. It is a full service FBO at Napa County Airport, suited to jetsetters’ every need

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim
Miami Beach, Florida
July 15 to 19, 2010
The Raleigh Hotel

Coinciding with the swimwear industry’s largest trade show, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim is an invitation-only event attracting influential editors, broadcast media, top buyers, celebrities, and local and visiting tastemakers to the tents erected in The Raleigh’s “backyard.” Providing national and international exposure for seasoned and up-and-coming swimwear brands, MBFW Swim is a fixture in the fashion industry’s calendar of leading fashion shows and events. Local businesses, restaurants, and nightlife venues capitalize on the visiting “movers and shakers” by planning endless evenings of haute parties across South Beach. And what better place to flaunt the sexiest swimwear designs than on Miami Beach itself? To participate, touch down at Miami Executive Aviation/Opa-locka Executive Airport (OPF)
• Just 16 miles (that’s about 35 minutes) from Miami Beach, this convenient airport is an obvious choice for those jetting into the Magic City

• The airport offers full FBO service with no landing fees and is identified as the backup strip to nearby Miami International Airport (MIA)

• Also home to the busiest U.S. Coast Guard Air/Sea Search Rescue Station, OPF offers a range of maintenance and aircraft repair services Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE)

• Serving more than 200,000 aircraft operations per year, FXE is one of the busiest airports in the country. More than 700 aircraft, including 115 jets and 37 helicopters, call Executive Airport home

• The airport has six full service FBOs, a 24-hour FAA Air Traffic Control Tower, and an aircraft rescue and fire fighting station on premise