Viasat is expanding its long-standing relationship with Aeromexico. Mexico’s global airline has selected to retrofit its Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet with Viasat’s most advanced in-flight Wi-Fi solution. The fleet comprises 17 total aircraft, including eight B787-8s and nine B787-9s. The Boeing 787-8s will be equipped first, with installation for the 787-9s quickly following. ...
Avion Express Philippines is set to introduce its ACMI services to the Philippines. The announcement was made during a high-profile industry event held on February 20, 2025, at Nara Hall, Shangri-La The Fort, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig.The new ACMI provider is designed to meet the Philippines’ seasonal aircraft capacity needs. 2024 tourism revenue in the Philippines has surge...
Tecnam and Smart Aviation announced purchase agreement for five additional Tecnam P2008JC single engine two-seater aircraft. These new aircraft will be used for ab-initio training. Based in Poznan, Poland, Smart Aviation ATO has been training aspiring pilots of more than 50 nationalities for over a decade to start their careers with the world’s major airlines, and is...
Safran Helicopter Engines officially opened of the CAMI Aéro work-study center for aviation industry jobs in Bordes, near Pau in southwest France. CAMI Aéro is an industry-focused training workshop offering practical work-study programs in machining trades, such as lathe operator, milling machine operator and (soon) grinding machine operator. This new center boast...
EASA has issued the Type Certificate for the Airbus A321XLR powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF engines. This follows the certification of the CFM LEAP-1A powered A321XLR in July 2024 and paves the way for the first customer aircraft with Pratt & Whitney engines to enter into service later this year. Christian Scherer, CEO Commercial Aircraft...
airBaltic officially became the first European airline to introduce SpaceX’s Starlink high-speed internet for free onboard its Airbus A220-300 fleet. With certification granted by EASA, this milestone marks a new era of seamless in-flight connectivity for passengers across the airline’s network. To celebrate this, airBaltic hosted a special flight at&...
Vista announced its participation in the inaugural Business Aviation Asia Forum and Expo 2025 at Singapore Changi Exhibition Centre. Vista will showcase the flagship Global 7500 and share its expertise in two thought-provoking panel discussions. BAAFEx provides a platform for the industry to spotlight the dynamic business growth across Asia Pacific – a key market for Vista’s...
HADID and Intercontinental Aviation Enterprise announced the establishment of Intercontinental Aviation Academy GCC, marking a significant milestone in aviation training within the region.Building on their strategic partnership, HADID and IAE are now officially commencing IAA GCC’s operations to serve the increasing demand for world-class aviation training. IAA GCC has chosen Ras Al...
General Atomics AeroTec Systems has reached another milestone in Do228 pilot training: Following the successful certification of the Do228 Flight Simulation Training Device as FTD Level 2, GA-ATS has adapted all training programs of the Approved Training Organization to the state-of-the-art flight simulator. Thereby, the company is setting new standards in practical and efficient pi...
Embraer Phenom 300 series is once again the world's best-selling, most delivered light jet for the 13th consecutive year, according to data released by GAMA. The data also confirmed the light jet as the most delivered twin-engine jet for the fifth year in a row. To achieve this distinction, the company delivered 65 Phenom 300 series aircraft throughout 2024, ending the year with the indus...
ACIA Aero Leasing announced the sale and delivery of an ATR 72-500 Bulk Freighter (MSN736) to Canadian aerospace and defence company, KF Aerospace. The aircraft will be introduced into KF’s operational fleet as early as April 2025 as part of a renewed contract with Purolator to transport air cargo in the Canadian province of British Columbia. Michael Mooney, Chief Executive Off...
2024 was a very successful year for Pilatus. Despite ongoing challenges, we were able to hand over 153 aircraft to our customers thanks to continued high demand. With total sales of 1.633 billion Swiss francs, EBIT of 243 million Swiss francs and orders worth 2.193 billion Swiss francs, Pilatus reported a very good set of results last year. Pilatus achieved an increase in sales of more than ten pe...
