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2-REG, Guernsey’ Aircraft Registry, celebrates 10-year anniversary

Following a momentous journey of growth and success as one of the world’ leading aircraft registries since its inception in December 2013, Guernsey Aircraft Registry celebrates i10-year anniversary. 2-REG’ commitment to safety excellence, inno...

Textron Aviation new SustainableAdvantage carbon offset program for Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker owners

To provide owners with an additional option for reducing their carbon dioxide emissions from operating aircraft Textron Aviation announced SustainableAdvantage. In collaboration with 4AIR, the program is set to launch in January 2024 and is available to eligible customers who own and...


Phenix Jet Cayman adds Airbus H175 helicopter for European charter clients

Phenix Jet Cayman (Hong Kong) announced significant expansion of its service capabilities with the addition of helicopter operations.An Airbus H175 12-seat Executive Configuration helicopter added to charter fleet, further solidifying its commitment to delivering exceptional air travel experiences for its valued clientele. The Airbus H175 is a cutting-edge rotorcraft renowned for it...

Joby, ANA Holdings Partner with Nomura Real Estate Development for vertiports in Japan

Joby Aviation has partnered with ANA Holdings and Nomura Real Estate Development on the development of take-off and landing infrastructure, known as vertiports, to support the commercialization of its electric air taxi service across Japan. Three companies plan to jointly explore the design, location, operation, and financing of vertiport locations that will serve as the backbone of future co...

Definitive shift from design to industrialization - Lilium starts Lilium Jet production with delivery of first fuselage

Lilium starts production of Lilium Jet, following the arrival of the first fuselage at Lilium’s final assembly line. In parallel, Lilium’ world-class tier-one suppliers – most of which have decades of experience in meeting the certification requirements of commercial aviation – are ramping up production of parts and systems for the Lilium Jet.  Production of...

Jetcraft goes beyond the globe with new virtual reality hangar

Welcome to Jetcraft virtual hangar, giving visitors 24/7 year-round access to a range of aircraft in a 360-degree immersive experience. The hangar launch brings together Jetcraft full Beyond the Globe experience, following on from the opening of its Decentraland-based lounge, where it became the first business aviation specialist to establish a permanent presence in the Metaverse....

Signature Aviation opens distinct travel experience facility in Des Moines International Airport

Signature Aviation opened a newly built private aviation facility at Des Moines International Airport in Iowa. The opening is the latest realization of Signature Aviation’s commitment to providing exceptional guest experiences and reinforces its service at the largest airport in Iowa. The greenfield project features a 5,000 square foot guest terminal highlighted by striki...

Fokker Services Group converts a Gulfstream G550 into advanced surveillance aircraft

Fokker Services Group received EASA Supplement Type Certificate related to a special mission project conducted in partnership with Gulfstream Aerospace and their Japanese international sales representative Marubeni Aerospace Corporation, both acting on behalf of the Japan Coast Guard. Applicable STC completion involves the full conversion of a Gulfstream G550 aircraft into a maritime sur...

VOO recognition leads to a nomination for Technology Innovation of the Year in the Middle East

VOO has been nominated for The Aviator Middle East Awards in the Technology Innovation of the Year category, which recognizes an outstanding technological innovation introduced in the Middle East over the past year that provides a solution unique to the region. The Aviator Middle East Awards 2023 will take place on December 12 at the Jumeirah Mina A’Salam Hotel in Dubai and will bring&n...

Honeywell to provide more sustainable, efficient thermal system For Lilium electric jet

Lilium selected Honeywell to provide its thermal management system for all-electric Lilium Jet. Honeywell Micro Vapor Cycle System to optimize cabin cooling and manage the aircraft’s electric battery temperatures, both critical functions for enabling more efficient and sustainable flight. Honeywell and Lilium will partner to integrate the system into the Lilium...

Eve Air Mobility & Flexjet to advance Urban Air Mobility through innovative software simulation

The collaborative partnership with Flexjet brings Eve Air Mobility to a milestone in the progression of Urban Air Mobility. Together, companies have conducted an initial software simulation of Eve Urban Air Traffic Management solution. The initiative validated and refined the software through user testing and feedback on its interface and industry value. With London being one o...

ForeFlight & Honda Aircraft Company announce rollout of runway analysis product for HondaJet

All HondaJet HA-420 models are now supported by ForeFlight Runway Analysis product, which helps HondaJet pilots efficiently plan for takeoff and landing using ForeFlight’s integrated obstacle analysis capability. ForeFlight already supports enroute performance planning and weight and balance calculations for the HondaJet, making it an all-in-one solution for HondaJet flight planning wit...

First SAF-powered rotorcraft flight in UAE and Middle East set by ADA AW139

Abu Dhabi Aviation AW139 intermediate twin-engine helicopter accomplished two flights powered by aviation fuel blended with Sustainable Aviation Fuel in Abu Dhabi on 28 and 30 November. These flights using SAF on an ADA commercial helicopter marked a first in the UAE and Middle East. This initiative and achievement demonstrate ADA and Leonardo’s capability and active commitment in...

Embraer Praetor 600 delivered to South Korea’s Flight Inspection Services Center

Embraer Praetor 600, equipped with the capabilities to undertake a wide range of flight inspection tasks has been delivered to South Korea’s Flight Inspection Services Center. This is the first Praetor 600 in the country. Embraer worked closely with German Prime and Flight Inspection System manufacturer, Aerodata AG, to achieve this first of type certification and customer delivery...

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VIP Completions-YODEZEEN Gulfstream G550 wins prestigious design award

VIP Completions together with partner YODEZEEN announced that their Gulfstream G550 refurbishment project won the ‘Aviation Interior Design/VIP Completion’ title at the International...

Airshare to equip fleet of Embraer Phenom 300s with Gogo Galileo connectivity

U.S.-based aircraft management, fractional ownership, jet cards, and charter services operator Airshare is equipping its fleet of Embraer Phenom 300s with the Gogo Galileo HDX system. The up...

Jetfly highlights the versatility of Pilatus PC-12 in European business aviation sector

For more than twenty-five years, Jetfly has been developing its Shared Ownership Program, focusing in particular on the Pilatus PC-12, a turboprop aircraft renowned for its versatility, reliability, a...