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AERO 2026 kicks off in a strong market environment with record participation

AERO will take place in a positive market environment. The General Aviation Manufacturers Association has now published its production and sales figures for the past year. According to these figures, a total of 3,230 new aircraft and 938 new civil helicopters were delivered to customers worldwi...

Red Bull athlete Dario Costa lands and takes off from moving train

On February 15, 2026, Red Bull athlete Dario Costa (Italy) executed a world-first dual manoeuvre in Afyonkarahisar, Türkiye, landing his Zivko Edge 540 aircraft on a moving cargo train travelling at 120 km/h before lifting off again in a vertical pull take-off from the same container. ...


Messe Frankfurt Saudi Arabia officially launches AERO Middle East x Sand & Fun 2026

Messe Frankfurt Saudi Arabia has officially announced the launch of AERO Middle East x Sand & Fun 2026, a landmark aviation platform set to become the largest and most influential general aviation airshow in the Middle East. The event is being delivered in partnership with the Saudi Aviation Club, the Kingdom’s official general aviation club and independent non-profit organisation founde...

How to fly to AERO 2026

Once again AERO will welcome visitors to Friedrichshafen. With the exhibition grounds located directly at Friedrichshafen Airport, AERO offers pilots the opportunity to arrive conveniently in their own aircraft. The optimized slot booking process, which has proven its worth in recent years, will be applied again in 2026. Following its introduction in 2024, the slot allocation system was joint...

Bell 429 strengthens presence in Asia Pacific with new orders and deliveries

Bell Textron continues to expand its footprint in Asia Pacific with new orders for the Bell 429 from Japan and a recent delivery to Indonesia. Nakanihon Air Co., one of Japan's largest helicopter operators, has signed a purchase agreement for two additional Bell 429 aircraft to support helicopter emergency medical services. This follows NNK’s purchase of two Bell 429s in 2017.&...

CAE to deliver breakthrough full flight simulator to Embraer-CAE Training Services to train the first wave of Eve Air Mobility pilots

At Singapore Airshow 2026 CAE announced that Embraer-CAE Training Services has purchased its first full‑flight simulator dedicated to training pilots for Eve Air Mobility. The simulator will be the first device delivered to ECTS following its selection in October 2024 as Eve’s training provider and will be operated by ECTS to deliver training to Eve and its customers. The...

AirX signs firm order agreement with Eve Air Mobility for two eVTOL aircraft

Eve Air Mobility signed its second binding order with Tokyo-based, AirX, a leading Japanese provider of innovative air mobility services.  The binding order includes the purchase of up to 50 eVTOL aircraft. This agreement marks a significant step toward advancing sustainable urban air mobility solutions in Japan. Under the terms of the agreement, AirX will integrate Eve’ eVTOL...

Vertical Aerospace advances Japan commercialisation with Marubeni via electric air taxi routes

Vertical Aerospace announces a major acceleration of its commercial roadmap in Japan, working in partnership with Marubeni Corporation. Together, the companies are advancing plans for a future Advanced Air Mobility route network across the country, marking a significant step toward the commercial deployment of electric air taxi services in Japan. Ahead of this, the companies are progressing p...

Tecnam “Direct Factory” strategy pays off at Wings India 2026

Following its recent announcement to transition to Direct Factory Representation in India, Tecnam Aircraft has concluded a highly successful edition of Wings India 2026. The event served as the first major validation of this new strategic approach, resulting in record engagement with Flight Training Organizations, high-level policy contributions, and widespread acclaim for the aircr...

The Air Charter Association and AERO Friedrichshafen announce strategic partnership to expand presence of air charter industry

The Air Charter Association partners with AERO Friedrichshafen, for the 32ndedition of the world-leading general aviation trade show, taking place on April 22 – 25, 2026 in Friedrichshafen, Germany. AERO Friedrichshafen attracts over 32,000 visitors, with 756 exhibitors, from more than 38 countries. The ACA will be exhibiting at the event for the first time and looks forward to mee...

AirBorneo chooses ATR to modernise Rural Air Service fleet in East Malaysia

AirBorneo and ATR announced a strategic partnership to modernise Malaysia’s Rural Air Services (RAS) fleet, with AirBorneo confirming a firm order for eight ATR aircraft. The agreement comprises five ATR 72-600s and three ATR 42-600s, with purchase rights for four additional aircraft.Deliveries are scheduled between 2027 and 2029. This marks a significant milestone in AirBorneo&rsq...

Dassault Aviation brings Falcon 6X to Singapore Airshow 2026

Dassault Aviation will feature its new Falcon 6X at the Singapore Airshow 2026, highlighting the aircraft’s growing fleet in service worldwide since its entry into service in late 2023. The twinjet which offers the largest cabin cross-section of any purpose-built business jet before the Falcon 10X entry into service— will be on static display throughout the week at Changi Exhibiti...

Singapore Airshow 2026 to thrill audiences with spectacular line-up of international flying displays

Singapore Airshow 2026 will feature a total of eight aerial displays by six air forces and two commercial aircraft manufacturers, promising a thrilling showcase of aerobatics and aerial capabilities for aviation fans. This edition’s flying display line-up brings together an exciting mix of modern combat and commercial aircraft. Making its debut at Singapore Airshow 2026 is the Royal Aus...

Embraer brings new-generation power duo E195-E2 and KC-390 Millennium to the Singapore Airshow

Embraer announced its presence at the 10th edition of the Singapore Airshow, taking place from February 3 to 8. The company will display the world’s quietest, most fuel-efficient aircraft, the E195-E2, and the versatile multi-mission KC-390 Millennium tactical transport aircraft, which was built and designed in the 21st century. Embraer’ strong presence at the...

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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...