Merlin opens of its center for operations in Kerikeri, New Zealand. With this facility, Merlin is now equipped with a dedicated test environment to support further technological development and certification activities of its New Zealand-based Cessna Caravans that underpin the capability, safety, and effectiveness of its autonomous flight technology. Merlin has also partnered with Freightways...
Textron Aviation delivered first passenger unit of Cessna SkyCourier for use by Western Aircraft, Inc., doing business in Hawaii as Lāna’i Air. The company offers luxury air service connecting Oahu to the island of Lāna’i. Certification and deliveries of the SkyCourier commenced in early 2022. The aircraft is a clean-sheet, custom design that brings modern solutions and unmat...
Lufthansa Technik presenting a pre-launch of a brand new VIP cabin concept for the Boeing Business Jet 777-9. The cabin design takes full advantage of the vast space available on the BBJ 777-9, formerly referred to as the BBJ 777X aircraft, and prioritizes versatility and multifunctionality. The design showcases an impressive array of stunning features. It furthermore maximizes spac...
Airbus Corporate Jets signed partnership agreement with CTT for aviation to equip the ACJ TwoTwenty with a state of the art cabin humidification system. The cabin air humidifier system raises the cabin humidity during cruise to a comfortable, ground-like level. This helps maintain the body’s moisture balance and improve the quality of rest and sleep for passengers...
Boeing announced orders for up to four premium, ultra-long-range Boeing Business Jets. The orders to undisclosed VIP customers include two BBJ 787-8s, one BBJ 737-7 jet and an option to purchase a BBJ 777-9. Joe Benson, BBJ president commented: "With the right combination of comfort, performance and best-in-class operating economics, the BBJ family offers VIP customers all the features t...
Vision Systems announced its 17th consecutive year of participation at the prestigious Aircraft Interiors Expo. With a commitment to pushing the boundaries of passenger experience, Vision Systems will highlight its innovative products including electronically dimmable windows and celebrates its recent announcements of inclusion in aircrafts with: Comlux for ACJ TwoTwenty, Daher for...
Ever Forward Now available, Jetcraft 2023 pre-owned business jet market forecast brings together our unique understanding of the market and analysis of data gained from facilitating more than 800 transactions over the past decade. No one else in this industry can match our insight. Ever Forward 2023 explores the high demand from corporate buyers and how, now that they’re f...
VoltAero customer base for Cassio aircraft family has further expanded with a pre-order for 15 of its electric-hybrid airplanes from SKY2SHARE, a Swiss-based aviation company that offers fractional ownership and is focused on radically decreasing the CO2 footprint of its operations. This commitment begins with the five-seat Cassio 330, while also incorporating the flexibility for SK...
Bombardier debuts Challenger 3500 business jet to the European market at EBACE 2023. The aircraft entered service in September 2022, is showcased in grand style alongside the industry’s flagship, the Global 7500 aircraft, and a stunning Certified Pre-Owned Challenger 605 aircraft also making its debut. The latest evolution in the Challen...
Next chapter of Inmarsat Jet ConneX inflight broadband solution, with a new range of service plans introduced to redefine gold standard connectivity in the business aviation market and satisfy even the most data-hungry users for many years to come. Launched as part of Inmarsat’s JX Evolution programme, these latest service plans are available for new and existing customers to order...
White glove standard supervision demand is dominating ground operations as client needs continue to evolve and the number of private aviation operations continue to rise. Operators now want an elevated level of care and more concentrated and refined ground support. This is in addition to traditional supervision’s role of navigating complexities and handling any unforeseen issu...
SEA Prime came at EBACE after inaugurating the new Hangar X, the eleventh at Milan Prime Linate, which adds up to the 140,000 m2 of dedicated business aviation infrastructure managed by SEA Prime at Malpensa and Linate. In line with the SEA Group's focus on sustainability standards, Hangar X received an “Excellent” rating under internationally recognised BR...
