PAL-V has appointed Nobleo Manufacturing as its strategic industrialisation partner for the world’s first FlyDrive production facility. Following the achievement of both automotive and aviation production approvals, PAL-V is advancing towards large-scale manufacturing by further refining, optimising and digitalising its production operations. The partnership marks a significant step in PA...
Embraer reported a record backlog of US$35.7 billion in the third quarter of 2026, surpassing its previous all-time high by 3% quarter-over-quarter and increasing 14% compared with the same period last year. Commercial Aviation ended the quarter with a backlog of US$15.8 billion, up 5% from the previous quarter and 4% year-over-year. The business secured strong commercial...
Affinity Aviation Group (AAG), a leading provider of business aircraft sales, acquisitions and charter solutions, has entered into a strategic collaboration with Austria’s AeronautX, reinforcing its commitment to the future of business aviation. The partnership includes AAG taking a significant shareholding in AeronautX UK Ltd as the training provider advances plans to open a new pilot...
Electra has successfully completed the takeoff and landing of its hybrid-electric Ultra Short aircraft at Downtown Skyport in Lower Manhattan, in what is believed to be the first time a fixed-wing aircraft without vertical takeoff capability has operated from the heliport. The demonstration is the latest milestone in Electra’s Life Beyond Runways initiative, highlighting its vision for Direc...
MTU Maintenance and Garuda Indonesia have entered into a three-year agreement for the maintenance, repair and overhaul of the airline’s GE90-115B engines, which power its fleet of eight Boeing 777-300ER aircraft. Under the contract, engine maintenance activities will be carried out at MTU Maintenance’s facility in Hannover, leveraging the site’s extensive expertise in widebo...
Confidence among the world’s leading accredited aircraft dealers strengthened in the third quarter of 2026, reflecting continued momentum in the preowned business aviation market. According to the International Aircraft Dealers Association’s (IADA) Third Quarter Market Report, strong demand for preowned aircraft, constrained availability of sought-after models and ongoing manufacturer...
A professional training device such as the new PC-12 PRO simulator is built on flight data supplied and validated by Pilatus. Drawing on actual flight-test and performance data, it accurately reproduces the aircraft’s behavior throughout its entire flight envelope. From handling characteristics and systems logic to cockpit controls, failure scenarios and weather conditions, every aspect is r...
Emirates will introduce its latest-generation Airbus A350 on the Dubai-Mauritius route from 1 November 2026, replacing the Boeing 777 currently operating the carrier’s daily EK709/710 service. Configured in a three-class layout, the Emirates A350 will accommodate 298 passengers, including 32 Business Class seats, 28 Premium Economy seats and 238 Economy Class seats. ...
Bombardier announced plans to further expand its presence across the United States, with the creation of 800 jobs supported by ongoing growth initiatives and strategic infrastructure investments. The company is currently recruiting for approximately 500 positions nationwide and expects to generate an additional 300 jobs through a series of facility expansion projects. Texas has been identifie...
Lufthansa Technik Engine Services (LTES) is significantly expanding its engine maintenance capabilities in Tulsa, Oklahoma, nearly doubling its operational capacity as part of its growth strategy across the Americas. The project will increase the facility's work bays from 28 to 46, supporting V2500, CFM56-5B/7B, Rolls-Royce Tay 611-8/8C and Pratt & Whitney GTF engines. A dedicated mod...
Oriens Aviation has appointed Narine Melkumjan as Sales Manager for the Netherlands, strengthening its presence in the Dutch market following its designation as Tecnam’s exclusive dealer in the country earlier this year. Based at Breda International Airport, Melkumjan will serve as the primary contact for flight schools, flying clubs and private operators interested in Tecnam aircraft....
Archer Aviation has unveiled plans to develop three air taxi networks across Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston, aiming to improve connectivity between major airports, business centers and key regional destinations throughout the Texas Triangle. Home to more than 20 million residents, the Texas Triangle encompasses some of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the United States. Rapid...
Cirrus Aircraft has broken ground on a new 15,000-square-foot Engine Run-Up Center that will centralize engine testing, fuel calibration and certification activities for the SR Series, Vision Jet and the recently introduced TRAC10 training aircraft. Representing an investment of more than $8 million, the facility is designed to provide a dedicated, climate-controlled environment that supports year...
Asco, a subsidiary of Montana Aerospace AG, achieves significant technological milestone in the development of a hybrid multi-material Rear Secondary Structure for Airbus. Montana Aerospace, a leading manufacturer and supplier of complex assemblies and system components for the aerospace industry, continues to broaden its expertise beyond its core wing structures business through sustaine...
Air Baltic Corporation AS , Latvia’s national airline and the leading carrier in the Baltic States, announced that airBaltic and its subsidiaries participating in the voluntary Chapter 11 proceedings have filed their first monthly operating reports with the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York (the U.S. Court). The reports cover the period from...
Private jet catering requires an understanding of the journey as much as the passengers' preferences. SkyDine Jet Catering explores how flight duration, departure schedules, airport location, and local catering availability influence the decisions flight attendants, crews, and flight departments make when organizing onboard meals. There is something fascinating about caterers preparing a de...
Bombardier marked the 40th anniversary of its industry-leading Smart Services cost-per-flight-hour programs, which today support more than 1,500 enrolled aircraft and account for over 11 million cumulative flight hours.The company’s Smart Services portfolio, including Smart Services Elite and Smart Services Defense, provides extensive maintenance cost cover...
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has certified the Boeing 737-10, the newest and largest member of the 737 MAX family, paving the way for Boeing [NYSE: BA] to begin customer deliveries in the months ahead. With the certification of the 737-10, Boeing completes the 737 MAX lineup, offering airlines one of the industry's most efficient and versatile single-aisle aircraft famili...
Airbus 2026 Cargo Global Market Forecast, unveiled at the Cargo Facts Symposium, predicts that the global fleet of dedicated freighter aircraft will expand by 46%, rising from 2,360 aircraft in 2026 to 3,460 by 2045. The forecast identifies demand for 2,670 freighters over the period, driven primarily by the replacement of aging aircraft (1,580 units) and fleet growth requirements (1,090 units)....
The Tennessee Valley Authority is demonstrating the real-world value of the Tecnam P2012 Special Mission Platform (SMP), which has become a vital tool for monitoring and maintaining its extensive power transmission network. In a report aired by WKRN News 2 Nashville on October 14, TVA's aviation and transmission teams highlighted how the aircraft serves as an “eye in the s...
Few infrastructure projects have the potential to reshape an island's future quite like the ongoing transformation of Nevis Airport. To gain deeper insight into this ambitious development and the vision behind it, I had the pleasure of speaking with Hon. Mark Brantley, Premier of Nevis. Our wide-ranging and insightful conversation explored the airport expansion project, the role of business av...
