I must admit that I was already very impressed by the P2012 at the Caribavia 2025 , when I was exploring the business aircraft of Saint Barth Executive on the tarmac at Saint-Barthélemy-Rémy-de-Haenen Airport. Today at AERO 2026, Tecnam Aircraft stated - forget everything you know about piston-powered travel. Building on the global triumph of the P2012 series... And pulled&...
Jetstar Airways selected Viasat AMARA, Viasat next-generation in-flight connectivity solution to equip its upgraded Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet. Viasat system will be installed across 11 Jetstar aircraft, delivering a fast, reliable in-flight internet experience that supports streaming, messaging and browsing in-flight. The solution was selected as part of Jetstar’s...
First day of AERO Friedrichshafen, Elixir Aircraft unveiled Elixir+, marking new milestone in the development of the 4th generation aircraft, dual-certified by EASA and the FAA. Renowned for its safety, low fuel consumption, controlled operating costs, and airframe with no life limit, the Elixir has become a benchmark for professional flight schools. With the Elixir+, the French manufact...
Safran Helicopter Engines opened its new facility in Norderstedt (Schleswig-Holstein), near Hamburg. This 3,000-square-metre industrial site, dedicated to provide support, maintenance and repair services of helicopter engines, enables the company to support the growth of the helicopter market in Europe. The official opening took place in the presence of Claus Ruhe Madsen, Minister of Economics, Tr...
Volocopter presents newly developed VoloXPro aircraft — an electrically powered ultralight multicopter. Target groups in Europe include flight schools, flying clubs, air sports enthusiasts, and sightseeing flight operators. Internationally, the VoloXPro is intended for use as an air taxi in professional passenger transport. Certification as an ultralight aircraft is planned for Ger...
Daher Aircraft is highlighting its new flagship TBM 980 at this week’s AERO Friedrichshafen show, marking the airplane’s first participation in a major European event. Displayed on Daher Aircraft’s exhibit at Friedrichshafen Airport (Hall A3, Stand #305), the TBM 980 represents the latest evolution of the TBM family, integrating Garmin’s third-generation G3000 PRIME av...
Tecnam has once again taken center stage at the AERO Friedrichshafen exhibition, unveiling a spectacular lineup of new aircraft that highlights the company’s continuous drive for innovation across all aviation segments. From premium business travel to the future of flight training, Tecnam’s 2026 portfolio represents the pinnacle of Italian design, efficiency, and aviation passion. As t...
At AERO Friedrichshafen 2026, AURA AERO unveiled the new cabin configurations for ERA, its hybrid-electric regional aircraft. Designed as a true space for mobility, work, and relaxation, the ERA cabin redefines the regional flight experience by combining perceived comfort, operational flexibility and environmental performance. From a passenger flight to a corporate mission, then to a cargo rotation, ER...
Textron Aviation announced at AERO Friedrichshafen the availability of Starlink highspeed connectivity as an aftermarket upgrade for the Cessna Citation Ascend, the newest aircraft in the bestselling Cessna Citation 560XL series, following the Federal Aviation Administration’s issuance of AeroMech’s Supplemental Type Certificate (STC). In addition, the Cessna Citation 560 XL fleet &mda...
Geneva-based TITAN Aviation Fuels is drawing urgent attention to the growing aviation fuel supply challenges across Europe, while outlining the company’s actions to support operators during a period of significant market strain, at AERO Friedrichshafen 2026. A large portion of Europe’s jet fuel supply is imported as refined product from the Middle East. Ongoing geopolitical a...
AERO 2026 is set to open with a record number of exhibitors. Around 860 exhibitors will showcase their aviation-related products and services — more than ever before in the history of the trade show in Friedrichshafen. Manufacturers of aircraft and helicopters for general aviation, business aviation, and recreational aviation are enjoying high delivery volumes and continue to invest in...
RECARO Aircraft Seating and Air India have launched a retrofit program for the airline’s Boeing 787-8 fleet. As part of the program, RECARO is equipping Air India’s B787-8 aircraft with its PL3530 seats in Premium Economy Class and CL3710 seats in Economy Class. Both seat models are customized to Air India’s requirements and offer enhanced comfort, refined ergonomics, improv...
