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The farthest fastest flight in business aviation history - Gulfstream G800

Gulfstream Aerospace announced two major milestones: G800 achieved the Gulfstream fleet’s 800th city pair speed record and then completed the farthest fastest flight in business aviation history. G800 secured the 800th city pair speed record earlier in June with a flight from Reykjavik, Icelan...

PrivatPort expands global FBO network and establishes 24/7 operations control centre in Dubai

PrivatPort announced the next phase of its global expansion, increasing its dedicated FBO network from seven to nine locations and establishing a centralized, 24/7 Operations Control Center in Dubai, UAE. The network expansion includes two additional FBO locations in Mexico, strengthening Priva...

Gogo announces new STC for Galileo HDX on the Gulfstream G650 and Gulfstream G650ER

Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has received a Federal Aviation Administration Supplemental Type Certificate to install Gogo Galileo HDX on Gulfstream G650 and Gulfstream G650ER aircraft. HDX is an electronically steered antenna that provides a compact, lightweight, low-power, high-performance connectivity solution for Gulfstream large cabin aircraft. Gogo Galileo is powered by Eutelsat’s OneWeb...

Formula 1 and Flexjet announce multi-year global partnership

Flexjet and Formula 1 announce a multi-year partnership, bringing together two leading global brands at the pinnacle of luxury private aviation and motor racing, and naming Flexjet as the Official Private Aviation Supplier of Formula 1. Defined by a commitment to performance, precision and extraordinary experiences, the exclusive partnership officially launches ahead of this weekend’s FORMUL...

High-speed internet now available on PC-24 Super Versatile Jet

Pilatus announced the introduction of Gogo Galileo as a factory-installed connectivity option for the PC-24, delivering global, high-speed broadband to the world’s first and only Super Versatile Jet. The system is set to enter service, bringing fast, low-latency connectivity to owners wherever they fly. The system is certified by FAA and EASA. New connectivity solution built on the...

Embraer Praetor 500E triple certified - by ANAC, FAA, and EASA

Embraer Praetor 500E has received triple certification from Brazil’s Civil Aviation Authority ANAC, FAA, and EASA. Introduced in February 2026 alongside the Praetor 600E as the first evolution of the industry-leading Praetor family, the Praetor 500E is now approved for operation in key global markets. This milestone follows the Praetor 600E’s triple certification in April 2026, marking...

Coulson Aviation Canada returns S-61 Type 1 NVG Helitanker to BC Wildfire Service for 2026 wildfire season

Coulson Aviation Canada has commenced a 101-day contract with the BC Wildfire Service to provide a Sikorsky S-61 Type 1 NVG Helitanker in support of the province’s 2026 wildfire season. The aircraft began operations on May 26 in Kamloops following annual training with BCWS Night Vision Imaging Systems Flight Officers and aviation teams. The S-61 has already responded to its first wildfire of...

Bombardier and Rolls-Royce elevate aircraft health monitoring for Global 5500 and 6500 aircraft

Bombardier and Rolls-Royce introduced an enhanced aircraft health monitoring program for Bombardier Global 5500 and 6500 aircraft, combining the innovative data collection capabilities of Bombardier’s Smart Link Plus system with Rolls-Royce's new engine vibration and health monitoring unit. Bombardier’s Smart Link Plus aircraft heal...

PeakJet: a new semi-private jet travel experience for Swiss and European markets

Swiss technology company Peak Plus AG is officially launching PeakJet : a digital marketplace that allows travelers to find, book, and pay for semi-private jet flights between Zurich and major European destinations. The platform is now available online at www.peakjet.com, and the first commercial flights will take off from Zurich on August 1, 2026. PeakJet is built on Peak Plus AG’s propriet...

General aviation is vital to enhancing Europe’s competitiveness and innovation

General Aviation Manufacturers Association submitted recommendations to the European Commission for the development of a new EU Aviation Strategy, emphasising the central role general and business aviation plays in strengthening Europe’s competitiveness, driving innovation and meeting sustainability goals. Kyle Martin, GAMA’s Vice President of European Affairs commented:...

Skyservice expands Bombardier Authorized Service Facility network with Vancouver addition

Skyservice Vancouver facility has been designated as a Bombardier Authorized Service Facility, strengthening Bombardier's service footprint across Canada. Located at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, British Columbia, the facility enhances support for Bombardier aircraft operators on the West Coast and expands Skyservice's ASF network alongside its established locatio...

Jet Aviation signs lease for new FBO at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport

Jet Aviation has signed a 30-year lease with SR Aviation Infrastructure and Business Aviation Group, to operate an FBO at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport. The FBO is part of a newly developed aviation campus at the airport and is scheduled to launch operations in 2028. The state-of-the-art, 15-acre facility will feature a 7,500 square-foot FBO, with 70,000 square feet of hangar space...

3 decades of evolution in private jet catering - interview with Daniel Robinson from Niche & Bespoke & Deluxe Catering

Even today, quite a few people still have preconceived notions about the business aviation industry. The same is true when it comes to in-flight catering for private flights. Personally, I prefer to talk to the service providers, ask lots of questions, and get a very clear picture of the subject. I had the pleasure of speaking with Daniel Robinson from Niche & Bespoke & Deluxe Caterin...

Bombardier delivers first Global 8000 in Asia, marking a key milestone for ultra-long-range aviation in the region

Bombardier delivered the first Bombardier Global 8000 aircraft in Asia to an undisclosed customer based in Shanghai, marking an important step in the expansion of ultra-long-range business aviation across the region. With its unique combination of speed, range and operational flexibility, the aircraft is exceptionally well suited to meet Asia’s mission profile, where customers...

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Honda Aircraft Company celebrates type validation of HondaJet Elite II in Brazil at LABACE 2026

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

Eve Air Mobility completed its first partial transition flight, marking an important milestone in the development and testing of the company' eVTOL aircraft. The flight involved the acti...

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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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...

Daher Aircraft expands its authorized service center Network in Brazil, reinforcing support for the country's growing TBM fleet

Daher Aircraft has strengthened its customer support coverage for Brazilian owners and operators of the fast, efficient TBM airplane family with the addition of two authorized service centers to the c...

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...

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...

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

Bombardier to showcase its exquisite Challenger 3500 at LABACE 2026 as part of extensive multi-city Latin American tour

Bombardier Challenger 3500 will be on display at LABACE 2026 at Campo de Marte Airport in São Paulo, revealing its impressive design and performance attributes for clients in region.&...

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

Eve Air Mobility completed its first partial transition flight, marking an important milestone in the development and testing of the company' eVTOL aircraft. The flight involved the acti...