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GACA signs MoU with Archer to accelerate air taxi deployment

The General Authority of Civil Aviation announced the signing of a partnership agreement with Archer Aviation to accelerate the deployment of eVTOL aircraft across the Kingdom. The agreement forms part of GACA’s ongoing efforts to advance the Advanced Air Mobility ecosystem in line with the AAM Roadmap and the objectives of the Aviation program under the National Transport and...

Aviator signs new agreement with Wizz Air for 8 airports at Norway

Aviator Aiport Alliance has signed a new contract with Wizz Air. The 3-year agreement with Europe’s 3rd largest low-cost carrier covers ground handling and de-icing services at 8 different airports in Norway, and will begin on January 13th, 2026. New agreement between Aviator and Wizz Air, who have also previously partnered in Norway, is for ground support services at Ålesund Airp...

Vertical Aerospace partners with Syensqo to support industrialisation plan for VX4 aircraft

Vertical Aerospace and Syensqo, a global leader in advanced materials, today announced a new long-term supplier partnership. Syensqo’s high-performance composite and adhesive materials - already used in Vertical’s prototype programme - have been selected for the VX4 aircraft, which is targeting certification in 2028 before entering into commercial service. This comes after multiple yea...

Emirates activates interline partnership with Bahamasair, benefitting customers travelling to The Bahamas

Emirates has officially activated an interline partnership with Bahamasair to provide connectivity to customers travelling to The Bahamas. The unilateral partnership between both carriers enables Emirates to expand its reach in the Caribbean, allowing its customers to connect on The Bahamas’ national flag carrier from two gateways in Florida to two destinations within The Bahamas - Nassau/Pa...

AeroCore completes 10,000th engine foam wash as global adoption accelerates

AeroCore Technologies has completed its 10,000th aircraft engine wash using its patented Nucleated Foam Technology, marking a major milestone in aviation maintenance. This achievement underscores the rapid global adoption of AeroCore's innovative technology as airlines and military operators seek solutions to restore engine performance, reduce maintenance hours, extend time-on-wing, and lower...

Pegasus Airlines signs agreement to acquire Czech Airlines and its subsidiary Smartwings

Pegasus Airlines has taken a major step toward its international growth goals with the agreement to acquire Czech Airlines, one of the world’s oldest airline brands and its subsidiary Smartwings, the leading leisure carrier based in the Czech Republic. The strategic investment aims to strengthen the company’s presence in Europe and support its continued global expansion. The total tran...

Million Air and Avfuel bring sustainable aviation fuel to Austin

Million Air Austin (KAUS) and Avfuel Corporation came together to boost sustainable aviation operations at Austin Bergstrom International Airport with the addition of sustainable aviation fuel. The SAF—which went into service on November 20, 2025—provides a meaningful solution for operators seeking to reduce lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions from flight operations. This marks the...

CarTrawler powers Ryanair’s car rental offering, delivering unmatched value for millions of customers

CarTrawler announces a new car rental partnership with Ryanair.Ryanair operates one of the most extensive short-haul networks in the world, carrying 207 million passengers per year. Its relentless focus on low fares and high efficiency has made it the most commercially important airline in European aviation. Ryanair customers can enjoy exclusive rates, top-tier car rental options, market-leading c...

Pilot Training Center modernizes fleet with delivery of four Tecnam P92 Echo MkII aircraft

Tecnam delivered four P92 Echo MkII aircraft to Pilot Training Center, a premier FAA Part 141 and Part 61 approved flight school based in the United States. This fleet expansion marks a significant milestone in Pilot Training Center’s commitment to providing students with the most advanced, safe, and sustainable training platforms available. Kamal Patel, Chief Flight Instructor at Pilot T...

Ras Al Khaimah International Airport announces a VVIP terminal and private hangars

Ras Al Khaimah International Airport announced the development of a new VVIP terminal and private jet hangar, enhancing the Emirate’s appeal as a global entertainment and tourism hub. The project, in collaboration with Falcon Executive Aviation, is a key pillar of Ras Al Khaimah’s aviation and tourism growth strategy. The airport, located just 15 minutes from premier beach resorts, wil...

Embraer develops artificial intelligence solution to increase data-driven operational efficiency

Embraer and Aquarela Analytics conducted a ten-month detailed evaluation of more than two terabytes of information with the aim of promoting greater integration of processes within the supply chain. By combining the use of two methodologies – Agile by Embraer and the Data Culture Methodology by Aquarela Analytics – the project was divided into two main phases over a total duration...

New super-midsize Gulfstream G300 takes flight

Gulfstream G300 has made its first flight, demonstrating significant program maturity and officially launching its rigorous flight test program. Introduced on Sept. 30 in Savannah as the latest addition to Gulfstream’s visionary fleet, the G300 represents a new standard in its segment and is poised to redefine the super-midsize category. The first G300 took off from Ben Gurion International...