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CARIBAVIA - not a sit and listen, but result oriented event - interview with Cdr. Bud Slabbaert

This is not a "sit and listen" event.. This is really THE IMPORTANT THING to remember regarding CARIBAVIA! Two weeks until we will have the pleasure to come again all together for a very special and  event - The 6th annual CARIBAVIA Summit & Retreat. Once again, taking pla...

Business development, actual situation and upcoming MACE2022 - interview with Mr.Stanley Bugeja

We are sure that most people in business aviation industry knows Mr. Stanley Bugeja, the Managing Director of DC-Aviation Malta. He has amazing capacity to manage several roles, as he is known as President of Malta Business Aviation Association and the latest role – one of founding partners of...


Lufthansa Technik presented an exclusive extension of VIP cabin concept EXPLORER: The BRABUS Adventure Lounge

Last week at EBACE2022 in Geneva, Lufthansa Technik presented an exclusive extension of its new wide-body VIP cabin concept EXPLORER: The BRABUS Adventure Lounge enables on-site excursions with motorcycles carried on board and exclusively staged. The EXPLORER design concept was first unveiled at the Monaco Yacht Show last September. It is based on the current trend for superyachts that f...

Dassault Aviation at EBACE2022 - Falcon 6X first public appearance and interview with Vadim Feldzer

EBACE2022 was an event all the industry was waiting for long time. This was first edition in three long years. So you can only imagine the excitement to come together in person again, to meet colleagues, partners and friends, to discover in real life latest of the industry. Due to pandemic Dassault Aviation had to proceed to a virtual roll-our for Dassaut Falcon 6X. EBACE2022 became t...

Daher highlights its vision for a more sustainable future of aviation

Daher research, development and production activities that will contribute to an increasingly sustainable aviation industry were outlined by the company during EBACE 2022.  Chief Executive Officer Didier Kayat underscored the benefits of Daher’s family ownership and the company’s 160-year history in developing solutions that respond to aviation’s long-term climate goal...

Top Gun: Maverick F-14a Tomcat Decommissioned by MotoArt

What do you do when you find yourself with an F-14A Tomcat? This is the situation in which MotoArt found themselves earlier this year, when they located an F-14, one that had survived destruction by serving as a prop on various movies and television shows. "We were ecstatic," says MotoArt owner Dave Hall. "We had heard tales about this F-14 for years. It was literally...

Leonardo VIP/corporate helicopter fleet set to grow in Europe with new orders announced at EBACE 2022

Leonardo leadership in the VIP/corporate multiengine helicopter market continues to grow with new orders announced at EBACE 2022, including three AW109 GrandNew light twin, one AW109 Trekker and two AW139 intermediate twin helicopters with deliveries in UK, Italy and Germany in 2022 and 2023.  Official distributor for UK & Ireland Sloane Helicopters ordered three AW109 GrandNew wi...

Continued expansion - Luxaviation adds Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 aircraft to its charter fleet

EBACE2022 was the perfect place to make an announcement - Luxaviation adds of the Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 aircraft, the first of the most recent model in Europe, to better serve our clients.The Citation M2 Gen2, which will be based at Luxaviation France in Paris / Le Bouget, features technology and design enhancements that deliver state-of-the art customer experience. The Citation M2 Gen2 com...

DRONAMICS becomes first drone cargo airline to obtain operational licence

DRONAMICS has obtained the EU Light UAS Operator Certificate (LUC). The LUC is recognised in all EU member states and provides drone operators with significant business opportunities across the single market. The announcement made during EBACE 2022 comes at a key moment as the company prepares for the first commercial flights of its flagship Black Swan aircraft later this...

Airbus commits to extending ACH130 Aston Martin Edition production following rapid market success

Airbus Corporate Helicopters (ACH) has committed to continuing production of the ACH130 Aston Martin Edition after selling out almost the entire initial production run faster than expected. The distinctive and stylish helicopter is a special version of the ACH130 featuring a range of interior and exterior designs created by Aston Martin which has captivated the imagination of helicopter owner...

Bombardier announced new era in business aviation - Global 8000 aircraft

This was an announcement a lot of people were waiting for, asking each other, what it will be. Bombardier were quite clear, teasing already a new era in business aviation. Today, Bombardier unveiled the newest member of its business jet portfolio with the introduction of the Global 8000 aircraft, the world’s fastest and longest-range purpose-built business jet, innovatively cr...

Another complex Bombardier Global Express refit project completed by FAI Technik

Nuremberg, Germany-based MRO, FAI Technik GmbH, part of the FAI Aviation Group and subsidiary of German special mission operator, FAI rent-a-jet has completed another outstanding Bombardier Global Express refit project, following the successful completion of its award-winning Project Pearl in 2020. The project also included 30/60/120/240-month inspections and new paint. Following 20,000...

UAS adds flexible global flight planning platform PPS to technology offering

Global trip support and aviation technology solutions provider, UAS International Trip Support has teamed up with global provider of advanced aviation software and ADS-B network, AIR SUPPORT A/S to add the world-class PPS flight planning system to UAS’ technology offering. As an added benefit, UAS’ team of flight planning specialists are offering 24/7...

Moove launches the first co-ownership programme on Daher TBM 960

The French marketplace offers a new programme dedicated to professionals on the brand new Daher TBM model. With a competitive cost per kilometer, this new offer enables companies to travel efficiently around Europe. Moove has built an offer leveraging the model of shared ownership and drastically reduce the global cost of operations. The offer specifically targets SMBs located in regions poor...

Upcoming events

ILA Berlin 2026

10/06/2026 - 14/06/2026
Germany, Berlin

Farnborough International Airshow 2026

20/07/2026 - 24/07/2026
United Kingdom, Farnborough

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Records, firsts, growth: AERO 2026 showcases the strength of general aviation

The 32nd edition of AERO has set new records. A total of 860 exhibitors from 50 countries were represented at AERO, more than ever before. Visitor numbers also saw an increase: With around 37,000...

It touches your lives in ways you don't realize – Viasat’s debut at AERO Friedrichshafen. Interview with Jim MacDougall, Head of Product Management, Business Aviation at Viasat

When it comes to connectivity in business aviation, what are the first words that come to mind? Speed, stability, performance? There are people who don't have a technical background, for whom the...

Tecnam Aircraft unveils P2012 VIP at AERO Friedrichshafen

I must admit that I was already very impressed by the P2012 at the Caribavia 2025 , when I was exploring the business aircraft of Saint Barth Executive on the tarmac at Saint-Barthélemy-R&eacut...

TBM 980 makes its European air show debut at AERO Friedrichshafen

Daher Aircraft is highlighting its new flagship TBM 980 at this week’s AERO Friedrichshafen show, marking the airplane’s first participation in a major European event. Displayed on Daher A...

AURA AERO unveils ERA’s new cabin, optimized for operational flexibility

At AERO Friedrichshafen 2026, AURA AERO unveiled the new cabin configurations for ERA, its hybrid-electric regional aircraft. Designed as a true space for mobility, work, and relaxation, the ERA cabin...

AERO 2026 is off to a strong start

AERO 2026 is set to open with a record number of exhibitors. Around 860 exhibitors will showcase their aviation-related products and services — more than ever before in the history of the trade...

iOS Apps development in Riga, Latvia

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AERO 2027 builds on the success of this year’s edition

AERO 2027, taking place from April 14-17, 2027, will feature a further developed concept designed to build on the great success of this year’s event. In 2026, 860 exhibitors from 50 countries to...

Climate-friendly aviation: greater ambition pays off

Which strategy leads to cost-effective, climate-friendly aviation in 2070? Four scenarios from the Bauhaus Luftfahrt think tank illustrate the impacts of different transformation paths. Key points: In...

Deutsche Aircraft future-oriented European multi-role aviation portfolio at ILA Berlin 2026

Deutsche Aircraft is preparing its most comprehensive showcase to date, highlighting the evolution of its future ready, multi role aviation portfolio designed for governmental and mission critica...