Airbus successfully tested a new simplified human machine interface along with advanced autonomous features through a project code-named Vertex. These technologies, developed by Airbus UpNext, are controlled by a touchscreen tablet and aim to simplify mission preparation and management, reduce helicopter pilot workload, and further increase safety. Airbus Helicopters’ FlightLab fle...
HevenDrones introduced its latest innovation, the H2D200 Series, during the company' appearance at the Monaco Hydrogen Forum. This new series marks a significant milestone in the company's journey to revolutionize the drone industry and redefine the possibilities of hydrogen-powered flight. Building on the success of the foundational H100 drone, which now boasts superior lif...
Surf Air Mobility and Azul agreed to collaborate on the commercial deployment of electric Cessna Caravan within Azul existing fleet. Azul believes that y electrifying its Cessna Caravan fleet they can take a meaningful step toward their goal of net-zero carbon emissions by 2045. Surf Air Mobility is targeting certification of its proprietary electrified powertrain in 2026 in the U.S. In...
On November 13, United Airlines invited 16 young girls to Terminal 1 at Roissy-Charles de Gaulle airport for a day of discovery in the airline industry. A team from United Airlines, comprising the Director of Services, the Customer Service Representative and the General Manager of Airport Operations, organized an unforgettable day of discovery of the airline professions at Terminal 1 of Roiss...
Savback Helicopters signed a Distributorship Agreement with Italian-based manufacturer Konner Helicopters. Savback is now the Exclusive Sales Representative to sell the turbine-engined K1-S19 and K2 helicopters across the Nordic region (Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark and Iceland) as well as the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland. Sales will be handled from both Savback’s...
MTU Maintenance has signed a five-year LEAP-1A maintenance, repair and overhaul contract with SriLankan Airlines, building on the two companies’ existing relationship that has also covered V2500 engines and leasing support. The work will be carried out at MTU Maintenance Zhuhai, the 50/50 joint venture with China Southern Airlines, which, among other models, specializes in MRO services...
Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Blueberry Aviation successfully acquired helicopter assets valued at $88 million. This achievement underscores its growth and footprint in the helicopter sector. The $88 million asset value demonstrates Blueberry Aviation’ track record of steadfast growth, even in the face of market challenges and global uncertain...
ZeroAvia has completed its Series C funding round at a total of $116m. The UK Infrastructure Bank joins the round as a cornerstone-level investor alongside co-leads Airbus, Barclays Sustainable Impact Capital and NEOM Investment Fund as announced in September, with the Series C round set to accelerate the company’s journey to certification of its first engines and advance R&am...
Qatar Airways & SITA partnered to transform airline's global network infrastructure with state-of-the-art secure access service edge solutions that boost connectivity, operational efficiency, and security. As part of the transformation SITA will deploy its Secure SD-WAN, SITA Connect Go, which offers agile, scalable, and secure access to airline systems and applications...
Most of us are more or less often passengers on different airlines, taking off and landing at various airports. The aviation professions are not too old, just over a century. The speed at which aviation has developed has been meteoric, and so have the professions. First, flight attendants began by stowing luggage and reassuring passengers they were afraid to fly. Just think of all the on-boar...
Deutsche Aircraft made its debut at Aero Asia 2023. German aircraft manufacturer aims to provide sustainable regional connections with the D328 legacy aircraft and the new D328eco, the 40-seater sustainable turboprop. According to market forecasts, the Chinese aviation market will require 20% of the world’s commercial aircraft in the next 20 years. Ryan Ding, China Regional Dir...
Airbus Helicopters and partners teamed up to show that helicopters are an important asset to support floating wind farms. Foam streaked breaking waves and hoist lines whistled in the wind. Yet the helicopters were stable as the team attempted to land technicians atop a floating wind turbine in the Hywind Tampen wind farm off the coast of Bergen, Norway. On 12 October, an H135 and an...
Royal Jordanian and Lufthansa Technik expanded their cooperation in the field of base maintenance. Recently, two Airbus A320s underwent a C-check at Lufthansa Technik Budapest. Experts of Lufthansa Technik Hungarian subsidiary carried out base maintenance activities for this customer for the first time. Royal Jordanian has already been partnering with Lufthansa Technik in the f...
IATA looks forward to governments delivering the supportive policies needed to enable decarbonization of aviation, as agreed at the Third Conference on Aviation Alternative Fuels (CAAF/3) hosted by ICAO in Dubai. IATA Director General, Willie Walsh, commented: “Governments have understood the critical role of SAF to achieve net zero emissions for aviatio...
Lilium and CITIC Offshore Helicopter signed a MoU on strategic collaborate to establish of an eVTOL operation network in China, starting with the Greater Bay Area. As part of the agreement, Lilium and COHC will work together to develop services in the region based on market demand, and eventually offer regular eVTOL services. This will initially commence in the Greate...
Emirates became world first airline to operate an A380 demonstration flight using 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel. The flight took off from Dubai International Airport with one of four engines powered on 100% SAF, helping demonstrate its potential as a drop-in replacement that matches jet fuel’s technical and chemical requirements, while being a more sustainable alternativ...
Lufthansa Group's newest airline, City Airlines, is preparing for its operational launch in summer 2024. The new airline is getting its flight operations ready for take-off and is starting the recruitment process for cockpit and cabin crew with immediate effect. In particular, City Airlines is looking for experienced colleagues for the cockpit and the cabin. Interested newcomers are also highl...
Pegasus Airlines took a significant step towards further enhancing its operational efficiency and environmental action by adopting SkyBreathe 360° eco-flying platform to reduce fuel costs and CO2 emissions from its flights. With this agreement, the airline will be able to monitor flight data, analyze various fuel-efficient procedures to implement, and identify areas of...
BAA Training purchases 48 Cessna Skyhawk aircraft, expected to be delivered in 2026. The deal substantially expands BAA Training existing fleet, offering increased capacity for students, streamlining the flight training process and ensuring an overall enhanced student experience. New airplanes will be used by students to put them in the pilot's seat of the most popular...
FlyBy, Spain leading General Aviation Flight Training Organisation placed an order for an additional 4 Tecnam P2008JC. These will supplement their existing all Tecnam fleet of 16. FlyBy is renowned for its all-inclusive integrated flight training program which include accommodation, meals, iPad, ground school and flight simulators. Course duration is just 14 months, with studen...
Centaurium UAS and Thales signed cooperation agreement which also comprises the delivery of two Thales UAS100 drone systems and ground control stations to the Switzerland-based company ahead of testing in the spring of 2024 and the planned start of commercial operations in 2025. From risk monitoring on large-scale infrastructure to border surveillance, event security, fire detection and...
