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Ampaire and Tamarack Aerospace announce MOU on aerodynamic upgrades

Ampaire and Tamarack Aerospace Group have entered into an MOU to develop further aerodynamic upgrades for Ampaire’s family of hybrid electric aircraft. This includes exclusive access to Tamarack’s Performance SMARTWINGÔ winglets on all alternative energy variants of the 208 Caravan...

Unique flying office concept - Executive Cabin for Bombardier Global 7500 and Global 8000 aircraft

If you are looking for a unique office concept and  spacious three workspace interior, Bombardier Executive cabin for Global 7500 and Global 8000 is what you need. With three workspaces, each 12 feet in length, the Executive cabin offers the unp...


Welcome the latest of Honda Aircraft Company – HondaJet Elite II

NBAA-BACE 2022 was The PLACE to reveal latest from Honda Aircraft Company - HondaJet Elite II, an upgraded aircraft, featuring a host of key advancements in performance and comfort. The company also announced the introduction of automation technologies.   Through Honda Aircraft Company’s constant pursuit of innovation, the HondaJet Elite II is the f...

New full-flight simulator for the Praetor Jets - Embraer & FlightSafety International

To meet growing demand for Praetor 500 and Praetor 600 training, FlightSafety will offer a new full-flight simulator for these models. The simulator, which is the third for the Praetor 500 and Praetor 600 established by FlightSafety International, will be located in Orlando, Florida to serve the growing fleet of over 200 aircraft in the Praetor platform. Operations will begin in the second qu...

Jet Aviation further invests in Bozeman, Scottsdale and Houston U.S. facilities

Jet Aviation  is continuing to invest in global business aviation infrastructure. In service of growing customer demand, the company is currently investing in its Bozeman, Montana, Scottsdale, Arizona, and Houston, Texas facilities. Jet Aviation has broken ground on a new 40,000 square-foot hangar at its Bozeman facility, scheduled for completion in the third quarter of 2023. The ne...

Piper Aircraft - experience the latest evolution of Garmin software

Piper Aircraft has implemented the latest evolution of Garmin software at NBAA-BACE in Orlando, FL. Piper Aircraft is committed to providing innovative safety enhancing technologies throughout its fleet. Previously, Piper Aircraft was first to market with Garmin’s Collier award-winning Autoland technology, a standard feature included on the M600/SLS. The latest in Garmin software inn...

Pilatus confirms high demand for the PC-12 NGX and PC-24

Pilatus confirms very high demand for both aircraft PC-12 NGX and the PC-24 Super Versatile Jet. By the end of September 2022, Pilatus had delivered 47 PC-12 NGX and 27 PC-24. Of these aircraft, roughly 62 Percent were completed by the US subsidiary, Pilatus Business Aircraft Ltd in Broomfield, Colorado. Based at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (KBJC) since 1996, the company created...

Reaffirming commitment to reduce carbon footprint - Avfuel and Sheltair cover SAF bases for NBAA-BACE

Avfuel Corporation partnered with Sheltair Aviation and Neste to ensure NBAA-BACE attendees have the option to fuel sustainably for the 2022 show. Avfuel has two truckload deliveries of Neste MY Sustainable Aviation FuelTM to its branded FBO, Sheltair, at Orlando Executive Airport (KORL) the week of October 10. The deliveries provide a total of 16,000 gallons of SAF to the FBO for its cu...

MACE 2022 - Aviatize chooses Malta as operational headquarters

During recent 4th edition of the Malta Aviation Conference and Expo Aviatize, Belgian owned Aviation software company, announced its intention to establish its operational headquarters in Malta to support its international growth. Aviatize, with cloud software platforms that provide an all-in-one management solution for operators, flight schools, maintenance providers and aircraft owners, is al...

MACE 2022 - shared passion for aviation - Clare Agius

Presenting and moderating a conference is a responsibility, in a way it is the presenter who sets the tone and rhythm of the event. Malta Aviation Conference and Expo is fortunate to be in the hands of Clare Agius, who shares a passion for aviation and has a keen interest in industry trends and news. 50skyshades took a moment just before the kick off of the second day of MACE to as...

MACE 2022 - post event interview with founding partners - Stanley Bugeja, Jonathan Dalli and Joshua Zammit

MACE 2022 was already the 4th edition of the Malta Aviation Conference & Expo. Gaining altitude was far from being a simple theme of the event, it was a given considering the number of delegates, the quality of the presentations and panel discussions as well as the networking events. Due to the founders' busy schedules, 50skyshades was unable to interview them before the conference. So, t...

Thrilling ‘Top Gun Experience’ to kick off NBAA-BACE day two

The National Business Aviation Association announced that three people directly involved with the making of the blockbuster movie “Top Gun: Maverick” – actress Monica Barbaro, cinematographer Kevin LaRosa II and Blue Angels pilot Frank Weisser – will be part of the day two opening session at the NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition. NBAA President and...

Vision Systems showcases premium shading systems and unveils ambiance management solutions

As a world leader in shading systems for VIP and business aviation, Vision Systems North America will present its latest innovations from high-end motorized shades to dimmable windows as well as solutions for privacy and personalization of passenger space. Vision Systems stays one step ahead in improving the passenger experience with its new solutions for ambiance creation and management....

More than 85 IADA companies heading to Orlando for 2022 NBAA-BACE

In total, 86 IADA companies will be at NBAA-BACE. That number includes IADA-accredited aircraft dealers, OEM members and IADA-verified products and services members. Thirteen IADA member companies are scheduled to exhibit aircraft for sale at Orlando Executive Airport during the convention. To find IADA members participating in NBAA-BACE go to https://iada.aero/2022-NBAA-BACE-Conference. IADA E...

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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...