Hartzell Propeller is bringing back its popular $1,000 discount on backcountry propellers for Recreational Aviation Foundation members, and it’s here to stay through 2026. Now in its sixth year, the offer includes a generous $250 donation to the RAF for each backcountry propeller sold, fueling the foundation’s mission to preserve backcountry airstrips for future generati...
Gogo has successfully completed flight testing and validation of its 5G air-to-ground connectivity network for North American customers. The test team completed more than 30 hours of flying across almost 20 routes to confirm that the full capabilities of the first ever 5G tower network are ready to deliver high-speed, low-latency connectivity to operators flying in contiguous North Ameri...
Riyadh Air’s newly-announced ‘Employment-First’ Overseas Scholarship Program aims to launch several scholarship tracks, starting with two specialized paths for engineers in Australia, followed by a pilot training program in the United States. The initiative falls under ‘Promising Path’, one of the tracks within the ‘Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ Schol...
flyadeal has introduced a raft of customer experience enhancements focused on convenience and flexibility with highlights including 7kg free carry-on baggage on its most basic fare bundle, ‘fly’.The value-added hand baggage incentive recognises the need for passengers who purchase the low-cost carrier’s most popular low fare packages, to take more essentials onboard whe...
The Spanish Ministry of Defence has acquired 18 Airbus C295 transport aircraft to replace the CN235 and C212 fleets dedicated to the training of pilots and paratroopers of the Spanish Air and Space Force. The objective of this programme is to harmonise fleets and achieve maximum logistical and operational commonality with the C295 fleet currently operated by Spain. Jean-Brice Dumont, Head of Ai...
It has landed! The Boeing 787-9 with its impressive special livery marking the 100th anniversary of the founding of the first Lufthansa arrived in Frankfurt. Numerous plane spotters, travelers, and spectators welcomed the special aircraft at Germany's largest airport, which was transferred from the Boeing plant in Everett, Washington. The divisional board of Lufthansa Airlines also personally...
Northern Jet announced the successful integration of Starlink high-speed inflight connectivity on seven aircraft, with additional installations planned throughout 2026. The expansion reflects Northern Jet's continued investment in technologies that meaningfully improve the private aviation experience—delivering reliable, modern connectivity that works when and where clients need it....
Avelo Airlines celebrated its start of international service at Wilmington International Airport (ILM) with nonstop service to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, ILM's first international route. Avelo is the first and only airline offering nonstop service between ILM and Punta Cana. Avelo operates this route twice a week on Wednesdays and Saturdays utilizing Boeing Next-Generation 737 aircraft. T...
SWISS and Kuehne+Nagel are to embark on a partnership to promote more sustainable air transportation. As leading players in their fields, the airline and the logistics concern both support the development and commercialization of the synthetic aviation fuels manufactured by the Swiss-based Synhelion clean-tech company. One key pillar in this support is the two partners’ long-term commitment...
Embraer delivered the 50th E195-E2 aircraft to Porter Airlines, marking a major milestone in one of North America’s most dynamic fleet expansions. Since receiving its first E2 jet in December 2022, Porter set out to reshape travel across North America and set a new standard for passenger experience. Porter has firm orders for 75 aircraft, with purchase rights for an additional 25, poten...
Riyadh Air has achieved a significant milestone as its first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner successfully completed its initial test flight (B1 Flight) today. The aircraft took off from Boeing’s facility in Charleston, South Carolina, USA, marking the start of a comprehensive test flight program to be conducted within the United States. The flight was operated by Boeing’s test pilots as par...
Air Charter Scotland, a leading on-demand air charter operator, is expanding into scheduled air service operations in the new year. The Glasgow headquartered company today 23rd December 2025 signed a contract with The Highland Council to commence the PSO (Public Service Obligation) route from Wick-Aberdeen-Wick, effective January 12, 2026. The route has b...
Coulson Aviation USA announced the launch of its Boeing 767 Very Large Airtanker program, marking a significant advancement in the evolution of aerial firefighting capability. The program is intended to provide a sustainable replacement for legacy VLAT platforms nearing the end of their operational service life. Recent grounding of the MD11 and DC10 fleets has highlighted a structural challenge fo...
Airbus Helicopters delivered the first H160 to Derazona Helicopters in Indonesia, marking the entry of the next-generation rotorcraft into the country and the wider Southeast Asian energy market. The multi-mission H160 will bolster the Indonesian operator's fleet and will be deployed for offshore energy missions as well as utility and commercial passenger transportation. Bapak Ram...
Bombardier Global 8000 received U.S. FAA certification. The FAA certification marks the latest in a series of achievements over the past year that continue to illustrate the exceptional pedigree of this industry-defining ultra-long-range business aircraft – the fastest and most luxurious business jet in the skies. The Global 8000 received Transport Canada Type Certification on...
Leonardo is growing its support to airport operations in USA with two major contracts for baggage handling system solutions recently signed for the Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) and the Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB) for the combined contract value of more than 120 million USD. Through these programmes, Leonardo will modernize and streamline baggage operations without interruptin...
The first Cessna SkyCourier in Mexico was recently delivered to cargo transportation provider FlexCoah for use by the company’s aviation subsidiary, Altair. The aircraft — a freighter variant — will expand the company’s air freight capabilities throughout the country. Lannie O’Bannion, senior vice president, Sales & Marketing commented: “The Ces...
EBAA updated dates for EBACE26, now scheduled to take place from Tuesday 2 June to Thursday 4 June 2026 at Palexpo and Geneva Airport, with the dedicated media day returning on Monday 1 June. The new timing follows a detailed review of the broader events calendar globally, alongside discussions with exhibitors, the EBACE Advisory Council and other key stakeholders. The decision aims to strengthen...
Vertical Aerospace announced significant progress in its piloted transition flight testing phase, achieving key milestones since receiving its Permit to Fly from the UK Civil Aviation Authority on 13 November 2025.The full-scale prototype has completed ten flights since this Permit to Fly was issued, expanding the majority of the transition envelope, including acceleration and deceleration th...
Philippine Airlines has taken delivery of its first A350-1000 , becoming the 10th airline worldwide to operate the largest version of the long range leader. The aircraft, configured in a premium three-class layout with 382 seats, will open a new chapter in Philippine Airlines’ long haul operations across the Pacific. The A350-1000’s advanced efficiency will enable the nationa...
KlasJet has signed an agreement with Air Peace, the largest airline in Nigeria. Under the new contract, KlasJet will provide Air Peace with a Boeing 737-800 aircraft. This dual-configured aircraft will help the airline provide scheduled passenger and charter services more efficiently. Air Peace currently operates one of the largest and most diverse fleets in the region, including Boeing 737s,...
