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OPUL Jets expands European presence with strategic acquisition of Quinta Jets

OPUL Jets announces the acquisition of Quinta Jets, a premier executive jet charter company based in Quinta do Lago, Portugal. As part of this acquisition, Quinta Jets will be fully integrated into OPUL Jets’ operations, further strengthening its presence in Europe and reinforcing its position as a premier provider of elite private aviation services. Quinta do Lago, a world-renowned gol...

Hartzell Propeller’s Tanis Preheat System approved for twin-engine TECNAM Traveller aircraft

Hartzell Propeller has been awarded STC approval for its Tanis Preheat System for TECNAM Traveller airplanes. Approvals cover the United States and the European Union. Jon Stoy, Vice President of Sales and Marketing commented: “These newest Hartzell Propeller STCs for our Tanis brand preheat systems expand product coverage for the twin-engine TECNAM Traveller fleet. The Tanis product li...

Ethiopian Airlines signs agreements with GE Aerospace to power new widebody aircraft

Ethiopian Airlines Group and GE Aerospace signed an agreement confirming Ethiopian’s choice of the GEnx Engine to power 11 new Boeing 787s. This deal increases Ethiopian Airlines’ GEnx-powered fleet from 19 to 30 aircraft, further solidifying the airline’s position as a leader in modern aviation technology.  Ethiopian also signed an agreement with GE Aerospace reaf...

UAS launches air concierge program for optimal choice, transparency and efficiency

UAS International Trip Support launched the UAS Charter Air Concierge Program – an exclusive offering designed for individuals that wish to enjoy enhanced cost-efficiency, flexibility, and transparency when they fly. Designed to adapt to customers' unique travel needs, the UAS Charter Air Concierge Program empowers members to choose a package that best aligns with their flight frequ...

TITAN Aviation Fuels International continues to simplify fuel uplift by supporting customers navigating the ReFuelEU mandate and SAF uplift operations

TITAN Aviation Fuels International is extending its knowledge and support to business aviation operators seeking to comply with the complex ReFuelEU mandate. With more than fifty years of fuelling expertise behind it, the TITAN team is well positioned to help operators navigate access to higher and lower Sustainable Aviation Fuel blends as well as ensure regulatory compliance. ​...

Strategic collaboration between Pegasus and UC Berkeley to shape the airline experience of the future

As scientific knowledge guides technological progress and technology accelerates scientific advancement, the lines between the two continue to blur. In today’s world, competitiveness is no longer solely defined by the ability to produce goods and services; it is increasingly measured by technological capability and the speed at which knowledge is generated. Recognising this, Pegasus is build...

Affinity Aviation Group marks 10 year anniversary, opens Farnborough office & highlights major milestones

Affinity Aviation Group celebrates a decade of excellence this month.  It is pleased to mark this milestone with the opening of a new dedicated office at Farnborough Airport (inside Hangar One) and the imminent delivery of a Bombardier Global 6500 to a European client, one of four pre-owned transactions currently in progress for Affinity. Founded in 2015 by Andrew Hoy, for...

Etihad Airways expands U.S. network with first flights to North Carolina

Etihad Airways announced a new addition to its growing U.S. network with the launch of non-stop flights to Charlotte, North Carolina, starting 4 May 2026. With this milestone, Etihad becomes the first airline from the region to fly directly to Charlotte – further strengthening connectivity between the UAE and the United States. The new service links Abu Dhabi with one of America’s most...

Falcon makes first European appearance at EBACE 2025

With EBACE 2025 just days away, Falcon, part of Alex Group Investment, is getting ready to welcome visitors at its booth during Europe’s leading business aviation event. This will be Falcon’s first time exhibiting at a European aviation show, where the company will introduce its full range of aviation services to the European market. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn more abo...

Airbus opens new helicopter distribution centre and strengthens Ontario presence

Airbus Helicopters in Canada marked a significant milestone with the inauguration of its new integrated distribution centre in the Niagara region. The 21,000 sq. ft. facility will serve to bolster industrial operations while significantly expanding spare parts storage capacity. This strategic establishment further solidifies Airbus Helicopters' long-standing commitment to O...

Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen3 flight test program advances through milestones as second test article takes flight

A major program milestone  for Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen3 flight test program with the successful first flight of a second test article — P1. Testing on the P1 aircraft will focus on avionics, human factors and interiors. The Citation CJ4 Gen3 business jet is designed to keep pilots a step ahead in the cockpit by offering the next-generation Garmin G3000 PRIME avionics alon...

Air bp showcases innovation and customer-centric solutions at EBACE 2025

Air bp is excited to announce its participation at EBACE 2025.​ Air bp will be talking up its business aviation services and invites delegates to visit the stand and meet Air bp’s dedicated business aviation account managers. Find out about its latest business aviation offer and discover how Air bp tailors its offer to meet customer needs. This includes the assurance of r...

Ampaire first to achieve FAA G-1 certification basis for hybrid electric propulsion system

Ampaire announced that FAA has approved the G-1 Issue Paper for its AMP-H570 hybrid electric propulsion system. This approval establishes the airworthiness and environmental standards required for FAA Supplemental Type Certification, marking a significant milestone toward commercial deployment of Ampaire's hybrid electric solutions. The FAA's G-1 Issue Paper defines the regu...

AERO Business Aviation Show Hub launches strategic expansion for AERO 2026

Following the overwhelming success of the first AERO Business Aviation Show Hub at AERO 2025, the AERO Friedrichshafen team is already fully engaged in planning and preparations for the 2026 edition in Friedrichshafen. For the second edition, the Business Aviation Static Display will be expanded on the airport side as well as along axis of the A-halls of the venue. The Business Aviation Dome...

Boeing and Qatar Airways announce historic order for up to 210 widebody airplanes

Qatar Airways will purchase up to 210 widebody jets, which sets new records as the largest widebody order for Boeing, including the largest order for 787 Dreamliners and Qatar Airways largest-ever order. This purchase, which also includes additional orders for Boeing's new 777-9, will support approximately 400,000 jobs in the U.S. and position the award-winning Middle Eastern airline for furth...

Australia's largest import of sustainable aviation fuel lands in Sydney

Qantas, Sydney Airport and Ampol, supported by Qantas’ SAF Coalition partners, marked the largest ever commercial importation of Sustainable Aviation Fuel into Australia, with nearly two million litres of unblended SAF arriving this week. Sustainable Aviation Fuel has the greatest near-term potential to help decarbonise the aviation industry. The fuel was imported by Ampol from Malaysia to i...

Private aircraft co-ownership company launches in Scottsdale

Jet OUT expands to Arizona with its third regional base opening at Scottsdale Airport. Operations began in early May, with the facility reaching full capabilities by late summer. Jet OUT Scottsdale team will include 14 locally based employees, including pilots, maintenance professionals, customer service, and sales. The 3,000-square-foot facility will feature a private customer lounge, a...

ANRA Technologies becomes first EASA certified U-space service provider

ANRA Technologies has become the first company to be officially certified by EASA as a U-space Service Provider. The announcement was made at Airspace World in Lisbon. This groundbreaking certification is the first of its kind issued by EASA under its new centralized certification framework and represents a significant step forward in enabling harmonised, scalable drone services acr...

Gulfstream unveils redesigned London showroom

Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. announced the official unveiling of its reimagined London Sales and Design Center. Originally opened in 2013, the nearly 5,500-square-foot/511-square-meter space located in Mayfair gives customers based in or traveling through the city exclusive access to Gulfstream’s London-based sales executives and interior design team. Mark Burns, president, Gulfstream comme...

XTI Aerospace announces MOU with VerdeGo Aero for collaboration on hybrid-electric technologies

XTI Aerospace announced a technology collaboration MoU with VerdeGo Aero. XTI is seeking optimal powertrain solutions for military and civilian market opportunities within the unmanned aircraft systems market segment. Throughout the development of its transformational TriFan 600 airplane and its derivatives, XTI has continually evaluated technologies to maximize the performance...

AviLease places first direct Boeing order for up to 30 737 MAX jets

Boeing and AviLease, a global aircraft lessor headquartered in Saudi Arabia, announced the lessor has placed its first direct order for Boeing airplanes with a firm purchase for 20 737-8 jets and options for 10 more. The deal enables AviLease to scale up its growing portfolio and provides its customers with the latest generation, fuel-efficient aircraft. Edward O'Byrne, CEO of Avi...