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Viasat to enhance business aviation in-flight connectivity with uncapped speeds, expanded capacity and increased network prioritization

INGENIO Aerospace announces new STCs for Bombardier aircraft

INGENIO Aerospace has earned Transport Canada Civil Aviation supplemental type certificates for the integration of its Cockpit Tablet electronic flight bag on Bombardier Global series and Challenger 600 series aircraft. Federal Aviation Administration and European Union Aviation...

HondaJet Elite II named “Coolest Thing Made in North Carolina”

HondaJet Elite II was named the “Coolest Thing Made in NC,” following a contest held by the North Carolina Chamber of Commerce.  The fifth annual “Coolest Thing Made in NC” contest took place over eight weeks, during which time visitors to the North Carolina Chamber of C...

Fourteen UK airfields now trail blazing electric aviation - BBGA

The British Business General Aviation Association is pleased to champion innovation stemming from general aviation. Did you know? we now have 14 airfields around the UK with resident electric-powered aircraft.  Fairoaks Airport in Chobham, Surrey, has just become the latest to receive a Pipistrel Velis Electro, the only electric aircraft to date certificated for passenger...

IADA members lead the way at 2024 NBAA with strong presence and market insights

The International Aircraft Dealers Association will once again make a significant impact at the annual NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE), taking place this year in Las Vegas from Oct. 22-24. In total, 87 IADA dealers, OEM members, and Products and Services member companies are lined up to have a presence at NBAA-BACE 2024.  With 47 IADA members participating at...

Eviation announced order by UrbanLink for up to 20 Alice aircraft

Eviation Aircraft announced that UrbanLink Air Mobility has signed a Letter of Intent for 10 Alice commuter aircraft, with the option to acquire an additional 10 planes. UrbanLink is building a fleet of all-electric aircraft, marine craft, and ground vehicles to provide end-to-end zero-emissions transportation. Operating out of its hub cities of Miami, Los Angeles, and San Juan, Puerto Rico,...

The pursuit of purpose, passion & performance – General Aviation Service 45th anniversary

An idea, a vision, the ability to persist and endure despite challenges and circumstances. Maybe, that's the recipe for magic remedy for a success in business. But above all, these are the ingredients (still not all of them) of a 45-year long flight by General Aviation Service. The day has come, and we can say loud and clear - happy birthday! An observation, a realization of the l...

Skyportz and Microflite to transform Melbourne with air taxi vertiports

The operator of Melbourne heliport on the Yarra River, Microflite, has called time on its long-term future running helicopters for tourism use cases. In collaboration with Skyportz, they plan to work with the soon to be elected new Lord Mayor and the Victorian government to explore options for new electric air taxi vertiport sites to access Melbourne, starting with the existing helipad on the Yarr...

High demand for the daily packages and sheltering offered by Geneva Airpark

As in 2023, Geneva Airpark's services and infrastructure continue to be highly attractive to business aviation professionals in 2024. Daily packages up sharply  Up 33% from January to August 2024 vs 2023  These packages have been offered for a number of years for stops at Geneva Airport lasting a few hours, a day, or longer. By foreseeing the need for adaptability, we are ab...

Skyports and Parkin partner on vertiport and parking infrastructure in Dubai

Parkin Company PJSC has entered into a MoU with Skyports Infrastructure. AAM is a new transportation concept that uses eVTOL aircraft to transport people and cargo quickly and efficiently. This sustainable air transport solution aims to reduce road congestion and improve urban mobility by offering a faster and greener way to travel. Vertiports are a critical ground infrastructure, from w...

US family offices focus more on using their business aircraft for philanthropic causes

A survey commissioned by Airbus Corporate Jets of U.S.-based family offices who own or lease business aircraft reveals that 87% are open to using them for charitable and humanitarian purposes. In terms of how they do this, 77% say they support local or national charities by providing them with some access to their aircraft, and 44% say they support the Corporate Angel Network, a U.S...

Gogo to acquire Satcom Direct

Gogo and Satcom Direct announced entry into a definitive agreement under which Gogo will acquire Satcom Direct to create the only in-flight connectivity provider able to satisfy the performance and cost needs of every segment of the global business aviation and military/government mobility markets.  Under the terms of the agreement, Satcom Direct will receive $375 million in cash an...

Bell 505: a small but mighty icon gracing the skies of the Southern Hemisphere

As the sun rises over the expansive Outback and the rugged hills of Middle Earth, one may spot the Bell 505 taking to the skies, its rotor blades slicing through the dawn with precision and grace, accompanied by the soft and distinctive whirring that is synonymous of rotorcraft. A symbol of modern innovation in aviation, despite its compact size, the Bell 505 has proven to be a versatile and indis...

More than 100 customer pilots earn type rating for Gulfstream G700

Gulfstream Aerospace announced more than 100 customer pilots have earned type rating for the Gulfstream G700 from the Savannah-based FlightSafety International training center since the aircraft earned FAA type certification on March 29. In addition to the 100 customer pilots who have earned the G700 type rating, 80 Gulfstream corporate pilots and more than 20 FlightSafety International G700...

Business aviation ABC - every way to general aviation is different

I'm curious, and the more people talk about the lack of professionals in the industry, the more I wonder... What's people's story, how did they get here and join the industry. So, I ask the questions. I find that the ability to simply tell the stories, one by one, sharing the facts can do a lot of good. Why is that? The answer is obvious - it's an impulse for future colleagues...

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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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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...

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

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...

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.&...

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

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