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Flexjet achieves triple-crown of aviation safety awards

Flexjet announced its receipt of a suite of three awards that underscore its commitment to the most stringent safety standards for its aircraft Owners, flight crews and staff. The firm received the Federal Aviation Administration’s Diamond Award of Excellence for Aviation Maintenance Technicia...

Leadership in green aviation development - Sino Jet releases 2023 carbon emission report

Sino Jet reaffirmed its position as a leader in green aviation development by unveiling its 2023 carbon emission report. Despite the continuous growth in flight activities, Sino Jet has successfully achieved a significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, decreasing by 11.06% compared...

Savback Helicopters debuts at AERO 2023 with newly won Swedish certification ultra-light K1-S19 helicopter

Savback Helicopters is making its debut at the 30th edition of AERO Friedrichshafen. The Sweden-based brokerage is also taking the opportunity to court customer interest for a brand-new Airbus Helicopters’ H160 medium utility helicopter and a light utility H125, both in its inventory. Savback’ participation at the Show coincides with Sweden Civil Avia...

Eve Air Mobility and AirX sign LOI for up to 50 eVTOLs, service support & urban ATM software

Eve Air Mobility has signed a LOI with Japan largest public helicopter air charter service AirX for up to 10 firm and up to 40 optional eVTOL aircraft. The order will support the continued development and scaling of innovative transportation operations in Japan. Asia-Pacific region is an important market for Eve Air Mobility. The company continues to build diverse relationships...

IADA broadens global connections covering US, UK, Ireland, Dubai, Isle of Man and Africa

International Aircraft Dealers Association has expanded its worldwide presence by adding another international business aircraft dealer, two products and services members and forming a reciprocal relationship with the African Business Aviation Association. The newest IADA-Accredited aircraft dealer is Oriens Aviation, active in the UK and Ireland. Newly IADA-Verified Products and Services mem...

Lilium starts production of high-performance battery packs for Lilium Jet

Lilium has started production of the advanced, aviation grade battery packs that will power the Lilium Jet on its first piloted flight, targeted for end of 2024. This latest milestone represents a landmark in the development of the Lilium Jet and follows extensive testing of battery pack subcomponents from&nb...

Analysis reveals age of US business aviation fleet and key reasons to upgrade aircraft

If we talk about senior executives from large U.S. businesses whose companies own or lease business jets, what are key reasons for a company to upgrade its current business aircraft? According to a new survey commissioned by Airbus Corporate Jets, answers are quite evident - greater fuel efficiency, better onboard technology and lower operational costs. Analysis of indust...

Equinox Charter announced Rough Guides collaboration

Equinox Charter announced collaboration with global travel authority,Rough Guides.Renowned for their straight-talking and user-friendly travel insights, Rough Guides will now offer bespoke travel companions for passengers booking chartered flights through Equinox. This collaboration is an industry-first, establishing Equinox Charter as the only charter organisation to offer specialised local...

Eve Air Mobility names KAI as supplier for eVTOL pylons

Eve Air Mobility named Korea Aerospace Industries as supplier for its electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft’s pylons. Pylons are a key component of the airframe that provide support for the aircraft’s electric power units and eight lift propellers. During the past 30 years, KAI has supplied major aerostructure components to global aircraft manufacturers, includ...

ELECTRON aerospace confirms significant orders from Air2E and Hopscotch Air

ELECTRON aerospace announced pivotal orders for its Electron 5 aircraft from Air2E and Hopscotch Air. This alliance propels ELECTRON sales pipeline close to an impressive EUR 200 million, marking a notable milestone in the company' pursuit of sustainable regional air mobility. Destined to redefine regional air transport, the Electron 5 stands as the cornersto...

Air Center San Diego: KSDM new FBO provider

There is a new premier provider of FBO services in California as Air Center San Diego acquired San Diego Jet Center’s FBO assets at Brown Field Municipal Airport on April 10. The acquisition includes all FBO facilities, including the main terminal building out of which Air Center San Diego has begun providing FBO services. Air Center is committed to enhancing its presence on t...

2023 shows strong growth for Geneva Airpark

The first indicators for 2023 promised a very positive year for Geneva Airpark. The final overall results have confirmed this growth trend, with figures clearly up, by more than 4.5%, 10% or even 56% depending on the activity, compared with 2022. Turnover 2023 vs 2022 · Global 2023: + 16% · Tota...

VIP Completions unveils refurbished Dassault Falcon 7X acquired for new owner by sister company SmartJets

VIP Completions unveiled the interior of a completely refurbished Dassault Falcon 7X. Acquisition of this aircraft was brokered by SmartJets. From beginning to end, the process was completed within just 16 weeks – approximately eight weeks for acquisition and eight weeks for refurbishment. The Dassault Falcon 7X is a long-range business jet with a 5,950-nautical-mile range. First i...

Growing demand in Central Europe - Gulfstream G500 returns to AERO Friedrichshafen

Gulfstream Aerospace will showcase the class-leading Gulfstream G500 at AERO Friedrichshafen . The clean-sheet G500 offers best-in-class performance with advanced safety features and an optimal combination of speed, wide-cabin comfort and efficiency. G500 entered service in September 2018 and introduced the award-winning Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck, which features safety enhancing te...

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From first call to final mission: Helicopter Alliance’s Black Hawks excel throughout fire season

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