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Even more flexibility - Gulfstream G500 got FAA steep-approach certification

Gulfstream G500 has been certified for steep-approach operations by the FAA,  giving the aircraft access to some of the world’s most challenging airports. The G500 proved its low-speed handling and short-field capabilities in 2021 with landings at airports including London...

Reimagined excellence - welcome Embraer Phenom 100EX

Phenom 100EX business jet is unveiled, the latest evolution from the Phenom 100 series, which has served its loyal customers since 2008 with over 400 aircraft in operation. Now, the new Phenom 100EX delivers superior cabin comfort, operational versatility and safety enhanced pilot-centric...


More range, more payload, more possibilities the New PC-24 is here

Starting with new aircraft deliveries in 2024, Pilatus has extended the payload-range capability of its Super Versatile Jet to achieve a maximum range with six passengers of 2,000 nautical miles (3,704 kilometers). Pilatus also incorporated an array of new interior amenities, including a large side-facing divan which can be converted into a bed! New PC-24 features a 600 pound (272 kg) in...

Cessna Citation Longitude reaches 100th delivery

Textron Aviation delivered the 100th Cessna Citation Longitude business jet to a longtime Citation customer. The Citation Longitude is equally designed around the pilot experience, passenger comfort and overall performance, delivering an aircraft that lives up to its designation as the flagship of the Citation family of business jets. No other super-midsize business jet offers more range, greater...

Dassault Aviation introduces FalconWays route optimisation tool

Dassault Aviation unveiled a new flight planning tool that allows Falcon pilots to select the most fuel efficient route and reduce excess fuel carried using updated global wind data, optimization and performance model-specific algorithms. FalconWays, will be offered as a flight app on Dassault’ FalconSphere iPad electronic flightbag and is compatible with Jeppesen and Universal fli...

Davinci Jets to equip majority of managed fleet with SmartSky connectivity

Davinci Jets will install SmartSky Networks inflight connectivity on a large portion of managed fleet. Davinci has just completed an order for 10 SmartSky shipsets, with a commitment for installation by its MRO, Davinci Jets Services, by the end of 2024. The continuously growing partnership between the two companies was bolstered by the announcement of a sales and installation...

A tremendous game changer: where it all began - Nick Guida Tamarack Aerospace

I do my best to talk about solutions we have today for the decarbonization of aviation. Technologies already proven by hundreds of aircraft flying and using it with more than reassuring results. For me, it's more than important to understand the road made between the idea, the realization and the use of technological improvements. So the best place to start is where it all began...

Bombardier introduces Smart Services Elite

Bombardier has expanded its industry-defining cost-per-flight-hour offerings with the introduction of Smart Services Elite. This new Smart Services program perfectly complements Bombardier existing Smart Services portfolio, providing business aircraft customers with the most comprehensive, peace-of-mind cost-per-flight-hour program that brings budget predictability for essential aircraft part...

Las Vegas airports to offer Sustainable Aviation Fuel for flights from NBAA 2023 convention

Aircraft flying into Las Vegas’ three airports for NBAA-BACE 2023 will have an opportunity to fuel up with sustainable aviation fuel, an innovation central to the industry’s goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions in the years to come. SAF – to be available at HND, North Las Vegas Airport (VGT) and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) – can reduce...

Cessna Citation Ascend mock up to make North American debut at NBAA-BACE 2023

NBAA-BACE 2023 will. be the place for Cessna Citation Ascend mock up North American debut. Citation Ascend is designed to bring an entirely new cockpit, improved performance and a more luxurious cabin to the midsize business jet market. Attendees will enjoy access to a completely new mock up at Textron Aviation static display at Henderson Executive Airport, including a fully sustain...

Historic Ford Tri-Motor aircraft tour lands at Desert Jet Center FBO

Desert Jet Center FBO, in collaboration with the EAA Chapter #1116 and Thermal Aviation, is pleased to host the Ford Tri- Motor aircraft, October 6th-8th, at the Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport in Thermal, CA, during its annual tour across the U.S. Ford’s Tri-Motor aircraft, nicknamed the “Tin Goose,” was designed to build a new market for airline travel. To ov...

A futuristic sustainable hub for private aviation: GlobeAir begins construction on new hangar at Linz Airport

GlobeAir revealed the launch of landmark project - the construction of our brand-new hangar at Linz Airport! This initiative marks a pivotal moment in our journey towards sustained growth, innovation, and operational excellence in private aviation. This isn’t just a construction but a significant leap towards excellence and sustainability in private aviation. Spanning 1200 sqm, the...

Clay Lacy reaches milestone in $20 Million, FBO, MRO & operations center development at Waterbury-Oxford Airport

The first phase of Clay Lacy Aviation expansion and development of its Waterbury-Oxford Airport facilities approaches its scheduled completion this winter. Clay Lacy announces the passing of one major milestone for this phase: The first 40,000-square-foot hangar is now sold out ahead of its planned opening in early 2024. Business aviation’s strong response to the facility expa...

Azzera announces general availability of CELESTE

Azzera announced commercial launch of Azzera CELESTE. The subscription-based model will launch on October 18. Azzera CELESTE is a first-of-its-kind B2B SaaS solution for emissions measurement and compliance management. The platform is fully compliant with EU-ETS, UK-ETS, CH-ETS and CORSIA reporting frameworks, allowing aircraft operators to address the challenges of emissions c...

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

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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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Joby Aviation establishes hub at Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport, advancing air mobility innovation in Texas

Joby Aviation signed a lease for 45,000 square feet at Alliance Air Trade Center in Haslet, part of Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport. Located within Hillwood’s 27,000-acre AllianceTexas d...

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...

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

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

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