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Gogo debut AERO Friedrichshafen - positive customer feedback, goals achieved, connectivity trends

The debut of Gogo team at AERO Friedrichshafen was the perfect moment not only to share news regarding growing Gogo Galileo portfolio, but also just discuss with the team their first impressions of the show and get fresh feedback from customers during the event. Main point highlighted at AERO 2026 is that now Gogo now brings high-speed, reliable and low-latency inflight connectivity to a...

UAE regulator and Archer move to streamlined approach for certifying Midnight in the UAE

The UAE General Civil Aviation Authority has transitioned Archer Midnight aircraft into a Restricted Type Certificate program, advancing the regulatory path for the aircraft's entry into service in the UAE. Archer is the first eVTOL manufacturer to transition to an RTC certification track with the GCAA, utilizing an airworthiness pathway aligned with international aviation frame...

Jet Aviation delivers first Pilatus PC-24 to French Navy

Jet Aviation delivered first of three PC-24 aircraft it has purchased for the French Navy. The company will also provide ongoing sustainment support for the fleet. The delivery is part of a contract between Jet Aviation France and the Direction de la Maintenance Aéronautique, covering aircraft acquisition, leasing and sustainment within a single support solution tailored to the Fr...

GM Aviation expands Tecnam fleet in Germany & Austria

GM Aviation, the official and exclusive Tecnam dealer for Germany and Austria, officially confirmed orders for two new aircraft: a P2010 Gran Lusso TDI and a P2008JC NG. As the authorized dealer, the introduction of these state-of-the-art models is intended to enhance both the flight training and private aviation sectors. GM Aviation will utilize both the P2010 Gran Lusso...

AirAsia places landmark order for 150 A220s

Malaysia AirAsia has placed an order for 150 latest generation A220-300 aircraft. The purchase agreement is the largest single firm order placed for the A220 and propels the programme beyond the 1,000 firm order milestone, underscoring the aircraft's global market appeal. The purchase agreement makes AirAsia a new customer for the A220. The airline also becomes the lau...

Textron Aviation opens new Melbourne service facility at Essendon Fields Airport

Textron Aviation new service facility at Essendon Fields Airport in Melbourne is now open for customers, expanding factory-direct support for Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker customers across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region. The purpose-built facility strengthens Textron Aviation’s global service network and reflects the company’s long-term commitment to expanding capacity and enhan...

Jet Aviation joins Art Basel in Basel as show partner

Jet Aviation will be a Show Partner for Art Basel in Basel. Drawing on Jet Aviation’s Swiss heritage and commitment to ‘the artistry behind the art of flight’, the partnership will bring the story of Jet Aviation to life amid a backdrop of world-renowned contemporary art. The partnership draws on Jet Aviation’s long association with global art fairs and events, includi...

FlightSafety International FAA approved for virtual aircraft preflight inspection with evaluation mode

FlightSafety International Inc. has received Federal Aviation Administration approval for Virtual Aircraft Preflight Inspection with Evaluation Mode for three aircraft training programs: the Embraer EMB-550, Gulfstream G500/G600, and Citation Latitude. This innovative capability allows pilots in initial training to complete a 3D virtual aircraft preflight inspection while in Training Mod...

Lufthansa Technik keeps growing, but external challenges are increasing

Lufthansa Technik continued its growth course in the first quarter of 2026, but had a somewhat more moderate than expected start of the fiscal year with regard to its earnings performance. Revenue rose to 2.3 billion euros in the first three months (+12 percent compared to the same period last year), underscoring the high global demand for technical aircraft services. The share of revenue from cus...

Helipower takes delivery of first Airbus H125 at RotorTech 2026

Airbus Helicopters has delivered a new H125 helicopter to North Queensland operator Helipower at RotorTech 2026 on the Gold Coast, Queensland. The delivery marks Helipower's first H125 and adds to its growing fleet of five helicopters operating across Townsville, Rockhampton, and Horn Island.  Christian Venzal, Managing Director of Airbus Helicopters in Australia and New Zealand commen...

Jetex expands its global reach with a landmark terminal in Istanbul

Jetex and İGA Istanbul Airport have inaugurated the Jetex İGA Terminal. The landmark terminal is designed to welcome international commercial airline passengers and private jet travelers, merging the global expertise of Jetex with İGA's operational strength and the warmth of Türkiye's hospitality. Adel Mardini, Founder & CEO of Jetex commented: “We are thrilled...

Alsim introduced its first FTD Level 6 simulator with key order from US Aviation Academy

A major milestone with the development of Alsim first Flight Training Device  Level 6 simulator, marking a significant advancement in its training solutions portfolio. This achievement is accompanied by a landmark order from US Aviation Academy for five ALSIM P2006T MKII simulators, faithfully replicating the Tecnam P2006T MKII aircraft. This agreement represents a strong vote of confide...