German Business Aviation Association

GBAA – German Business Aviation Association e. V.

The GBAA is the strong voice of the German business aviation – we unite interests, promote innovation and secure the future of our industry.

Peter Gatz, Chairman of the Executive Board, 2024

Competent. Innovative. Networked.

Building bridges between innovation and regulation.

The German Business Aviation Association e.V. (GBAA) has been the driving force behind dynamic and sustainable business aviation in Germany and Europe since 1970. The GBAA brings together the entire world of this industry: flight operations, handling and maintenance companies, aircraft manufacturers, commercial and corporate flight departments, consultants, insurance companies, brokers and financial service providers.

Together with our members and partners, we stand for an aviation network that is characterized by innovative technologies, efficient processes and climate-friendly working methods.

Cooperative. Meaningful. Powerful.

The strong voice of business aviation.

The GBAA supports safe, efficient and sustainable flight operations by consistently representing the interests of its members. The GBAA acts as an important interface between members, aviation authorities and legislators. Furthermore, it drives the transformation towards sustainable aviation through technological innovation and advocates fair and low-bureaucracy utilization of aviation infrastructure.

Dr. Ulrike Ziegler
Zitat

Both organisations, GBAA and IMPACT on sustainable aviation e.V., are interested in promoting sustainable practices in the aviation sector. Together we can extend our reach and develop harmonized standards and practices for the industry.

Dr. Ulrike Ziegler, President of The Board of Directors, IMPACT on sustainable aviation, 2024

Jan Schulze
Zitat

The GBAA is indispensable for the political representation of business aviation interests. Individual companies are hardly heard, but effective influence can be exerted at association level. This is impressively demonstrated by the success of petitions and the involvement of political representatives.

Jan Schulze, Executive Director – Aviation Division, Besso Grimme Insurance Broker GmbH, 2024

Nicolas von Mende
Zitat

Business jets connect European economic areas directly and provide regional companies with a connection without detours via large airports. They are crucial for export-orientated companies in peripheral business locations and promote ecological and regional goals.

Nicolas von Mende, CEO Atlas Air Service AG, 2024

Herrmann Bauer
Zitat

GBAA membership gives us access to a valuable network, promotes dialogue and opens up business opportunities. Regular updates keep us up to date, strengthen our brand and create trust.

Herrmann Bauer, COO/CVO AeroVisto Group, 2024

Dr. Ulrike Ziegler 2
Zitat

The challenges of decarbonisation affect both business aviation and commercial aviation. Sharing expertise and best practices across stakeholder groups and borders is an important building block on the road to Net Zero 2050.

Dr. Ulrike Ziegler, President of The Board of Directors, IMPACT on sustainable aviation, 2024

Extensive. Solid. Passionate.

You too can play an active role in shaping business aviation.

Founded in 1970 as `Arbeitskreis Geschäftsluftfahrt` within the Federation of German Industries `Bundesverband der Deutschen Industrie (BDI)` (The Voice of German Industry), the GBAA was added to the register of associations in 2001. Since then, our membership has tripled; We now have over 100 members!

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Flexible. Sustainable. Essential.

Connectivity without compromise.

The Business Aviation offers companies, governments and private individuals customized and flexible air transport that saves time and increases efficiency through direct flights. It strengthens competitiveness, provides access to international markets and connects rural regions with a network of decentralized airfields.

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News from the GBAA cockpit: developments and topics that make a difference

Countering cost pressure: The GBAA maintains its position paper for the new federal government and calls for concrete measures to counter government cost drivers to secure Germany as an aviation location.
Countering cost pressure: The GBAA maintains its position paper for the new federal government and calls for concrete measures to counter government cost drivers to secure Germany as an aviation location.
Ambitious. Progressive. Climate-orientated. Business Aviation focuses on sustainability, including through the use of sustainable materials in the refurbishment of aircraft cabins.
Ambitious. Progressive. Climate-orientated. Business Aviation focuses on sustainability, including through the use of sustainable materials in the refurbishment of aircraft cabins.
Daring less bureaucracy – for a more efficient and sustainable aviation industry
Daring less bureaucracy – for a more efficient and sustainable aviation industry
Focus on location conditions: competitiveness of air traffic in Germany goes beyond costs
Focus on location conditions: competitiveness of air traffic in Germany goes beyond costs
The GBAA is calling for concrete measures for business aviation against government cost drivers to safeguard Germany as an aviation location.
The GBAA is calling for concrete measures for business aviation against government cost drivers to safeguard Germany as an aviation location.
Premiere 2025: AERO Friedrichshafen with Business Aviation Show Hub and GBAA as exhibitor
Premiere 2025: AERO Friedrichshafen with Business Aviation Show Hub and GBAA as exhibitor
There is no domestic air traffic in Germany? The importance of business aviation for Germany as a business location
There is no domestic air traffic in Germany? The importance of business aviation for Germany as a business location
Innovate2Fly into the future – offsetting today’s CO2 emissions and investing in tomorrow’s technologies: GBAA and IDRF launch joint project
Innovate2Fly into the future – offsetting today’s CO2 emissions and investing in tomorrow’s technologies: GBAA and IDRF launch joint project
A judgment with consequences: Look for solutions, but don’t panic
A judgment with consequences: Look for solutions, but don’t panic
Key figures and well-founded insights: figures, data and facts of Business Aviation
Key figures and well-founded insights: figures, data and facts of Business Aviation
Væridion cooperates with Aero-Dienst on the way to electric ambulance flights
Væridion cooperates with Aero-Dienst on the way to electric ambulance flights
Yesterday, today, tomorrow: Business aviation as a technology pioneer and guide to the future
Yesterday, today, tomorrow: Business aviation as a technology pioneer and guide to the future