EHang announced its extensive involvement in the FIA Sustainable Innovation Series held in Madrid during the Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix week. Organized by the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile and aligned with FIA World Championships and Member Clubs, the Series convenes key figures from motor sport, mobility, technology, industry and government to accelerate the tran...
Global trade body The Air Charter Association (The ACA) celebrated another record‑setting edition of Air Charter Expo (ACE’26) on Tuesday, 8 September 2026, delivered in partnership with Business Air News and London Biggin Hill Airport. ACE has firmly established itself as the premier one‑day event in the air charter industry calendar, and this year’s edition once again surpassed...
KVE by Daher is marking its 30th anniversary with the inauguration of a significant expansion of its production facility in The Hague — a development that signals the start of a new acceleration phase for the Dutch manufacturer. This growth is fueled by robust demand across the aerospace and defense markets, KVE’s recognized expertise in advanced composite technologies, and the strong...
Regional turboprop fleets show stark disparities in age, reliability, and economic viability. Many aircraft are approaching end‑of‑life, while others are increasingly difficult to operate as spare‑parts supply chains become slower, less predictable, and significantly more expensive. For a growing number of operators, monthly OpEx required to keep ageing fleets airworthy now exceeds the CapEx they...
ExecuJet MRO Services South Africa, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Dassault Aviation, will be exhibiting at the Africa Aerospace & Defence (AAD) Expo 2026 at Waterkloof Air Force Base in Pretoria (16-20 September). The company will host customers and industry stakeholders at Chalet 14, creating a relaxed environment to connect, catch up and exchange ideas. While the company will showcase it...
Vista is set to debut its signature hospitality concept, Vista House, in Singapore, elevating one of Asia’s most anticipated sporting weekends with a refined, members‑only experience. Conceived as an intimate private clubhouse, Vista House will offer VistaJet and XO Members a serene destination to unwind, connect, and enjoy the race weekend in an atmosphere of comfort and unmistakable elegan...
Daher Aircraft has reaffirmed its leadership in turboprop aviation, securing the No. 1 position for the sixth consecutive year in Professional Pilot magazine’s Product Support Survey. In the 2026 edition, more than 100 operators and owners of the TBM and Kodiak fleets evaluated the company across seven core support criteria. Their feedback placed Daher Aircraft at the top of every category,...
Baltic Ground Services (BGS), a global provider of ground handling and aircraft fueling services, has initiated cooperation with Airest, taking over into‑plane fueling operations at Kaunas (KUN) and Riga (RIX) airports. The services are performed by BGS in Kaunas and by Gulfstream Oil (GSO), part of the BGS Group, in Riga. The agreement opens a new chapter in the relationship between BGS and Aires...
FlyBy Aviation Academy, one of the largest and most international EASA-approved pilot training organisations in Europe, is pleased to announce the start of a new pilot training course — internally designated Batch 26500 — welcoming 44 new cadets from 14 different nationalities. To accommodate this scale of intake, the new course has been split into two parallel classes, one based at Fl...
The Los Angeles Rams have touched down in Melbourne on a Qantas charter flight ahead of Friday's NFL game at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, the first regular season game the league has played in Australia. Qantas also flew the San Francisco 49ers to Melbourne last week, with both teams travelling on A380s from Los Angeles and San Francisco. Each charter covered around 12,900 kilometres with...
Textron Aviation announced that Starlink’s high‑speed internet solution is now available for Hawker 700, 800 and 900 series aircraft, following the Federal Aviation Administration’s approval of AeroMech’s Supplemental Type Certificate. The STC incorporates the Starlink Aviation Performance Kit, leveraging Starlink’s advanced constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites...
Kepplair Evolution, just days after completing the first pre‑modification flights of its prototype aircraft, has announced the closing of a new €6 million funding round — bringing total financing secured since 2024 to €17.5 million, including €12.5 million in private investment and €5 million in public support from the French State and the Occitanie Region (France 2030 an...
AIRCAIRO, Egypt’s National growing Air-carrier, has signed a firm order for 15 Airbus A320neo aircraft at the El Alamein International Airshow 2026. The agreement marks an important milestone in the airline's strategy as it introduces direct aircraft ownership alongside its leased Airbus fleet to support long-term growth. Having grown rapidly from seven aircraft five years ago...
The Department of Civil Aviation Aruba (DCAA) and the San Marino Civil Aviation Authority (SMCAA) have signed a new regulatory oversight agreement that enables San Marino‑registered aircraft to conduct commercial operations under Aruba‑issued Air Operator Certificates (AOCs). The accord establishes a unified compliance and supervision framework, strengthening cross‑jurisdictional operational flexi...
Synhelion has entered into a MoU with the Government of Morocco to advance the development of a large‑scale commercial synthetic fuel plant in the country’s southern Tan‑Tan province. The project envisions an annual production capacity of 100,000 tons of renewable fuel, positioning Morocco as a strategic hub for solar‑based fuel innovation. To support this initiative, Synhelion has alre...
Africa’s rapidly expanding urban youth population, rising middle class and accelerating infrastructure development are set to propel passenger traffic growth of nearly 6% per year through 2045, one of the strongest trajectories worldwide, Boeing said. According to Boeing’s 2026 Commercial Market Outlook (CMO) for Africa, the region’s commercial fleet is expected to more than doub...
Aircraft from emerging markets can represent excellent acquisition opportunities but understanding where and how an aircraft operates should shape the pre-purchase inspection and wider due diligence process. By Anatoly Parkhomchuk, Founder and Managing Director at Jet Agent The market for pre-owned business aircraft has become increasingly international. A buyer based in the United States mi...
Lufthansa Technik and Emirates have reinforced their long‑standing strategic partnership with the renewal of a multi‑year agreement covering base maintenance services for Emirates’ Airbus A380 fleet. Under the extended contract, Lufthansa Technik Philippines, the company’s dedicated widebody base‑maintenance center in Asia, will continue to perform heavy maintenance checks on Emirates&...
Aviation took the spotlight at Hurtwood Park Polo Club on Saturday, 5 September, where more than 800 guests gathered with Luxaviation UK and Castle Air for the 2026 edition of the Aviation Polo Cup. Marking its 30th anniversary in style, Luxaviation UK secured a celebratory tournament victory against Castle Air — a fitting highlight for a milestone year. The event united the aviation comm...
La Compagnie, the 100% Smart Business Class airline, today announced its intention to inaugurate a new nonstop transatlantic route linking Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Düsseldorf Airport (DUS). The service is slated to commence in Spring 2027, further expanding the carrier’s premium network and reinforcing its commitment to tailored, business‑focused travel. Operati...
Emirates has further strengthened its leadership in cabin innovation with the introduction of the world’s first electrically powered Premium Economy seat, now entering service on the airline’s newly delivered Airbus A350 aircraft. The next‑generation seat features a full‑height, adjustable privacy screen for every passenger, setting a new benchmark for comfort and personal space in the...
