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EHang EH216-S conducts first urban human-carrying pilotless eVTOL flights in the Middle East

Lufthansa Technik to launch VIP cabin upgrade program for the Airbus ACJ318 Elite

Lufthansa Technik launched a dedicated upgrade program for the Airbus ACJ318 Elite. The company will offer a tailored suite of enhancements designed to refresh and modernize the cabin environment of the smallest VIP type in the European planemaker’s popular A320 family. Lufthansa Technik ...

Exclusive Bombardier and ELIE SAAB collaboration to create uniquely elegant Global 8000 interior design

Bombardier and ELIE SAAB announced a collaboration to create a uniquely elegant passenger cabin design for the Bombardier Global 8000 aircraft. Centered on delivering an exceptional passenger experience, the ELIE SAAB-designed jet will combine refined aesthetics, exceptional craftsmanship...

Bristow selects Airbus H160 from Milestone for offshore missions in Africa

Airbus Helicopters welcomes Bristow Group as the newest operator of the Airbus H160. Bristow will introduce up to five H160 into its fleet for offshore energy missions across Africa. The aircraft are leased from Milestone Aviation Group. This agreement solidifies the H160’s success in the offshore energy segment and comes as the helicopter’s global rollout gains steam, h...

Gulfstream G800 achieves eighth city-pair speed record en route to Dubai Airshow

Newly certified ultralong-range Gulfstream G800 achieved its eighth city-pair speed record en route to Dubai Airshow 2025, underscoring the aircraft’s unmatched performance, range and efficiency. The eighth G800 city-pair speed record was completed on a flight from Phuket, Thailand, to Dubai, United Arab Emirates, accomplished in 5 hours, 38 minutes. The record was joined by seven other...

CAE gears up to train Global 8000 pilots as entry into service nears

CAE will begin training the first pilots for Bombardier new Global 8000 business jet this year, marking a key milestone toward the aircraft’s entry into service. As Bombardier’s Authorized Training Provider, CAE is delivering training to support operators of the new Global 8000 business jet to ensure they are fully prepared for the aircraft’s operational debut. Pilot trainin...

Archer Midnight showcases in-country eVTOL flight test campaign in UAE

Archer Aviation announced successful completion of an in-country eVTOL flight test campaign, showcasing Midnight full eVTOL flight envelope – including vertical takeoff, transition, and wingborne flight – in the UAE’s local operating environment and over desert areas. The campaign marks a major step forward in the implementation of Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Air Mobilit...

Rotortrade and Jonsen Island announce creative partnership blending aviation, lifestyle, and design

Rotortrade announce a unique collaboration with Jonsen Island. This partnership bridges two seemingly distant worlds — aviation and fashion — through a shared spirit of creativity, innovation, and adventure. At the heart of the collaboration is the presentation of a special edition EC120 helicopter, entirely reimagined by Jonsen Island’s design team and transformed at Rotortrade&...

AMAC Aerospace strengthens its commitment to Bombardier aircraft owners worldwide

AMAC Aerospace reaffirms its long-standing commitment to Bombardier aircraft owners across the globe further strengthening its position as a trusted partner for midsize jet maintenance, refurbishment, and support. Over the years AMAC Aerospace has built a strong portfolio of specialized services tailored specifically for Bombardier operators and today the company welcomes more Bombardier aircraft...

Dubai Air Show debut for FAI Aviation Group

FAI Aviation Group is making its exhibition debut at the Dubai Air Show. FAI will be showcasing its services at Booth 637, part of the German Pavillion, as the company marks 23 years in the UAE. FAI’s VIP Charter and Air Ambulance missions in the region account for around 20% of its total operations. Barbara Baumgartner, the group’s-Dubai based Managing Director, ‏who...

Jet Aviation launches initial operations in Miami-Opa Locka, Florida

Jet Aviation launched initial operations at its FBO at Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport. The new facility is Jet Aviation’s 12th FBO in the US, joining a global network of some 30 FBOs worldwide. The company announced it had broken ground on the new facility in October 2024, with full completion scheduled for mid-2026. Initial operations launched today with a wide range of services for pass...

Signature Aviation elevates travel in South Florida with new private aviation terminal in Palm Beach

Signature Aviation announced the opening of its newly built terminal at Palm Beach International Airport (PBI North), marking a major milestone in the company’s ongoing transformation and commitment to hospitality. The new 15,700-square-foot facility offers an elevated experience for guests and crew traveling through one of South Florida’s most important private aviation gateways. T...

Abu Dhabi Investment Office announces launch of vertiport network to activate air taxi operations

Abu Dhabi Investment Office, in collaboration with the General Civil Aviation Authority; Abu Dhabi Mobility, an affiliate of the Department of Municipalities and Transport; and Abu Dhabi Airports, has launched the first vertiport network to support the launch of advanced air mobility across the emirate. The initiative marks a major milestone in Abu Dhabi's global leadership in smart and sustai...

Eve Air Mobility and Revo announce first real-world deployment of Vector software at 2025 São Paulo Grand Prix

Eve Air Mobility announced the first real-world deployment of its urban air traffic management software, Vector, in partnership with Revo, a Brazilian Urban Air Mobility company that operates helicopter flights through seat reservations, during the 2025 São Paulo Grand Prix. The implementation represents a significant step in bringing scalable, automated traffic manageme...

ExecuJet MRO Services South Africa completes ADS-B installations on various business jets

ExecuJet MRO Services South Africa has successfully completed a series of Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast installations across various business jet types, reinforcing its position as a leading provider of advanced avionics upgrades in Africa. The work follows a recent South African Civil Aviation Authority directive mandating that all aircraft operating in South African a...

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