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Used bizjet market steadying as 2023 approaches - IADA

A very active December for business aircraft resale dealers is capping a powerful year for members of the International Aircraft Dealers Association. Association members bought and sold more than 1,200 business aircraft worth $8 billion in the first 11 months of the year, according to statistic...

Equinox launches Clean Sky Index of top global sustainable operators

Equinox has launched the Clean Sky Index, an initiative that empowers clients to control how their travel impacts the environment. The effort allows travel buyers choice to favour private and commercial aircraft operators when it comes to booking, thus taking concise action towards reducing the...


King Air 350i turboprop joins Desert Jet managed fleet of charter aircraft

Desert Jet adds a King Air 350i turboprop to its managed fleet of aircraft. The versatility and short-field capabilities of the King Air 350i complement Desert Jet's managed fleet mix of Citation jets, providing charter clients with another exceptional option for their travel needs and growing demand for private aircraft. The Beechcraft King Air 350i aircraft is the world&r...

Giving wing to sustainable business aviation - Gulfstream & Rolls-Royce

The announcement is just so very impressive - business-jet industry first original equipment manufacturer to fly on 100% sustainable aviation fuel - Gulfstream Aerospace! The flight took place on a Gulfstream G650 from Gulfstream’s worldwide headquarters in Savannah and was flown in partnership with engine supplier Rolls-Royce on the G650 BR725 engine. Gulfstream&nbs...

Joint 360°CabinService for business and private jet aviation customers - AeroVisto and VARTAN.AERO

VARTAN.AERO and the AeroVisto Group have jointly developed 360°CabinService offering that will significantly optimize the processes involved in interior refurbishment projects in business and private jet aviation. The service includes a fully comprehensive approach offered as a complementary "one shop stop" service for interior refurbishment.  It contains the profes...

Aircraft Optimizer records significant progress

The aircraft utilization services, performed by GEMINI WINGS have led to remarkable progress in recent months. The company has formed an international alliance fleet comprised of private aircraft. GEMINI WINGS is following an innovative ‘build-up guarantee model’ that applies to every aircraft in its fleet alliance. The success lies in the three key elements of the concept. The company...

First in industry - Flexjet completes seventh Air Charter Safety Foundation Industry Audit Standard

Flexjet has, once again, successfully completed the Air Charter Safety Foundation Industry Audit Standard audit. Not only has it completed a record-setting seventh audit, but it was the first company in the world to meet and pass the audit in 2009. Designed specifically for Part 135 and Part 91 aircraft operators such as Flexjet, this audit aims at those who are committed to going f...

US business executives expect to increase their use of business aviation in 2023

New research from Airbus Corporate Jets reveals that among senior executives of U.S. businesses with an annual revenue of over $500 million, 89 percent expect the organizations they work for to increase their use of business aviation in 2023.  Twenty-five percent predict it will increase by over 50%, while just 2% expect it to fall, and 7% anticipate it will not change. When aske...

Metrojet Engineering Clark receives Bombardier Global 7500 approval

Metrojet Engineering Clark, the philippines-based MRO station of Metrojet limited, has recently received its certification from the Federal Aviation Administration to work on the airframe, aircraft batteries and aircraft wheel assemblies of the Bombardier BD700-2A12 (Global 7500). MEC obtained the wheel assembly capability in June 2022. With the latest airframe and battery approval fr...

New partnership on Vietnamese market - Luxaviation Group and Thien Minh Group

Luxaviation Group has signed an agreement to build a strategic relationship with Thien Minh Group  and especially with its subsidiary Hai Au Aviation, the largest business jet operator in the country. The partnership will see the two respective market leaders exchange expertise in aviation, travel and hospitality services. This partnership is the first step towards potential future...

ASG adds full base and line maintenance capability on the Cirrus SF50 Vision Jet to its EASA P145 capability

ASG announced the addition of the Cirrus SF50 Vision Jet to its EASA P145 approval. This achievement is the culmination of a large investment in training, tooling and parts which further cements ASG’s position in Europe as the go-to Cirrus Service Centre with full SF50 cover now for EASA, 2-REG and FAA registered aircraft, in addition to the approvals already held for the SR series. ...

Flexjet graduates its first class of Airframe and Powerplant Technicians

Flexjet announced the graduation of its first class of Airframe and Powerplant apprentices. These 10 individuals completed 30 months of paid, on-the-job training while working alongside some of the most experienced and professional maintenance technicians in the nation. Following completion of their apprenticeships, the candidates received their FAA-issued A&P licenses as well as an...

Setting new standards for members and patients - LAR presents Challenger 605 long-haul ambulance jet

The entry into service of the newest member of the fleet marks a milestone for the medical care and comfort of LAR members. Being the first long-haul aircraft in LAR history, the Challenger 605 allows for even faster repatriations and, thanks to its spacious cabin, ensures the best possible conditions for operational crews and patients. The new aircraft bearing the registration LX-RHC offers...

415 and still counting - Boutsen Aviation sales team is flying high

Boutsen Aviation celebrated not one but two sales – bringing the total number of transactions to an impressive 415. The sales team is certainly flying high this year, having enjoyed a successful 2022 which ends on a particularly high note with the sale of two Pilatus PC-24s - the  ‘world’s first-ever super versatile jet’.  Dominique Trinquet, Presiden...

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Honda Aircraft Company announced first delivery of HondaJet Elite II in Brazil, marking a significant milestone in the company’s continued commitment to general aviation in South America. The de...

Eve Air Mobility achieves first transition flight milestone, advancing eVTOL program toward wing-borne flight

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Introducing latest-generation TBM to a major business aviation market - Daher Aircraft delivers the first TBM 980 in Brazil

The first TBM 980 for a Brazilian customer delivered by Daher Aircraft, marking the introduction of this newest fast and efficient turboprop-powered airplane in a market where the TBM family continues...

Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen3 achieves first flight, advancing next-generation light jet toward certification

Textron Aviation achieved a key milestone as the Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen3 prototype aircraft completed its first flight, advancing the next-generation light jet toward certification. With th...

Bombardier celebrates 200th delivery of its Challenger 3500 jet to Mr. Piero Ferrari

Bombardier delivered its 200th Challenger 3500 jet to Mr. Piero Ferrari, Vice Chairman of Ferrari. The aircraft will support Mr. Ferrari’s travel to Formula One races and other bu...

Jet Aviation launched full operations at Miami-Opa Locka

Jet Aviation announced that its brand-new FBO at Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport is fully operational. The 27-acre facility features a state-of-the-art, 8,500 square-foot terminal, 40,000 square fee...

Tecnam P2012 VIP made its American premiere at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh

The highly anticipated U.S. premiere of Tecnam P2012 VIP took place at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. Following its successful global debut at AERO Friedrichshafen earlier this year, the flagship t...

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Joby Aviation establishes hub at Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport, advancing air mobility innovation in Texas

Joby Aviation signed a lease for 45,000 square feet at Alliance Air Trade Center in Haslet, part of Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport. Located within Hillwood’s 27,000-acre AllianceTexas d...

ALTEA advises structured approach as business jet sales become increasingly complex

ALTEA released a comprehensive Business Jet Pre-Sale Housekeeping Guide, designed to help owners address essential legal, technical, financial, and design details before bringing an aircraft to the ma...

Capital Jets expands fleet with addition of Learjet 60XR

Capital Jets, an aircraft management company and 14 CFR Part 135 aircraft operator, has expanded its operations with the addition of a Learjet 60XR. Based at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Internation...

Bell's first 505 for aerial policing work in Asia Pacific commences operations

Bell Textron announced the Aichi Prefectural Police have officially commenced aerial policing operations utilizing the Bell 505, marking a landmark moment for aviation in the Asia-Pacific region. A ce...

Introducing latest-generation TBM to a major business aviation market - Daher Aircraft delivers the first TBM 980 in Brazil

The first TBM 980 for a Brazilian customer delivered by Daher Aircraft, marking the introduction of this newest fast and efficient turboprop-powered airplane in a market where the TBM family continues...

Where performance meets preparedness — General Aviation Service’s approach to high season success

Summer high season in Spain is always a defining period for general aviation sector, and this year is no exception. With the first two months already behind us, preliminary results are offering a clea...

Eve Air Mobility achieves first transition flight milestone, advancing eVTOL program toward wing-borne flight

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