On October 1, ATP Flight School will welcome nearly 500 aspiring airline pilots to its Arlington, Texas training center for an exclusive career expo featuring 20 airline and industry partners. Attendees will have the chance to network with pilot recruiters and airline representatives from major carriers such as American, Delta, Frontier, United, SkyWest and more. Strong demand for airline pilot...
The Airbus A350F freighter (MSN 700), the first of two flight test aircraft, has successfully completed its maiden flight. Equipped with dedicated flight test instrumentation, the aircraft spent 4 hours and 10 minutes in the air, reaching an altitude of 25,000 feet. The flight was conducted by Airbus' specialized Flight Test crew. Meanwhile, the second A350F prototype (MSN 701) is progressing...
A new era for German aerospace began today as Deutsche Aircraft officially opened its Final Assembly Line (FAL) at Leipzig/Halle Airport. Joined by senior government representatives Christian Hirte and Dirk Panter, the company marked the start of a new chapter in regional aircraft manufacturing. The inauguration represents the transition of the D328eco® programme into serial production and est...
As Dubai prepares for another vibrant winter season, Emirates is inviting travellers from across its global network to discover the city with unparalleled comfort, convenience and exceptional value. Launching alongside Dubai’s exciting calendar of festivals, entertainment and world-class events, Emirates’ latest campaign offers even more reasons to experience the emirate this winter....
Tanis Aircraft Products, a division of Hartzell Propeller, has expanded its portfolio of aircraft preheating solutions with the approval of a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) covering the entire Daher TBM 700 series. The certification is complemented by Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA) for the complete system kit, providing operators with a fully approved installation solution. Designed to...
EHang has announced the expansion of its Global Fast Track Program to Vietnam, making it the second country to join the initiative after Sri Lanka. The program’s launch in Hanoi also marks EHang’s first city-level partnership in Vietnam. As part of the initiative, EHang’s local partner, HungViet Technology and Investment Trading JSC, has signed a MoU with the Hanoi Depa...
VINCI Airports has announced a landmark £500 million investment programme for Edinburgh Airport over the next five years, marking the largest investment in the airport's history. The initiative underscores the long-term commitment of VINCI Airports and its co-shareholder Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) to enhancing the airport's efficiency, connectivity, and sustainability. S...
The business aviation landscape is evolving rapidly. Client expectations are shifting, demand for unique travel experiences is on the rise, and aircraft acquisitions remain resilient despite geopolitical uncertainty and a challenging economic environment. Against this backdrop, George Galanopoulos, CEO of Luxaviation UK, shares his perspective on the trends shaping the industry, from fleet expansi...
TFC Flight Training has become the first flight school in Germany to operate the Pipistrel Explorer following the delivery of two aircraft from Pipistrel, a Textron Inc. company and affiliate of Textron Aviation. The acquisition deepens the long-standing relationship between the organizations while enhancing TFC's ability to provide a seamless training pathway from ab initio instruction throug...
Boeing and Biman Bangladesh Airlines announced the national carrier placed an order for 11 787 Dreamliner and 737 MAX airplanes to grow and renew its fleet. The purchase, which includes five 787-10 and six 737-8 jets, builds on the airline's largest‑ever order for 14 787 Dreamliner and 737 MAX airplanes(opens in a new tab) earlier this year. Mr. Rumee A Hossain, chairman of Biman...
flydubai has expanded its Nepal network with the launch of daily direct flights between Dubai and Pokhara, marking the first-ever non-stop service linking Dubai with western Nepal. The new route makes Pokhara flydubai’s second destination in Nepal and strengthens access to one of the country's most popular tourism regions, known as the gateway to the Annapurna mountain range. The service...
The Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT) and Boeing today celebrated the expansion of the Saskatchewan Aviation Learning Centre (SALC), marking a new chapter in their partnership to support Indigenous talent, enhance aerospace training, and inspire future careers in aviation across Saskatchewan. The expansion of SALC strengthens Saskatchewan's capacity to train the next ge...
Vertical Aerospace has unveiled a new Aircraft Assembly Centre at Cotswold Airport, reinforcing its transition from aircraft development and testing to certification and early-stage production of its Valo eVTOL aircraft. Opened on National Manufacturing Day in the UK, the facility fulfills a previously announced strategic milestone and underscores the company's growing focus on scaling manufac...
Bye Aerospace’s eFlyer 2 has completed its first flight powered by magniX’s Samson300 battery system, marking a significant step forward for electric flight training technology. Departing from Centennial Airport in Colorado, the milestone flight demonstrated the capabilities of magniX’s latest high-performance battery platform. Designed specifically for demanding aviation appl...
Props for a Purpose, a U.S.-based nonprofit organization dedicated to humanitarian aviation, has acquired its first dedicated aircraft, a Tecnam P2012 Traveller.The aircraft has been secured through a 10-year lease agreement with AeroSpring Leasing LLC, representing a significant milestone for both organizations and enhancing their ability to support humanitarian missions more effectively. Since i...
RECARO Aircraft Seating Polska has reached a significant milestone with the opening of its expanded production and office facility in Świebodzin, Poland. The double-digit million-euro investment more than doubles the site’s size to over 22,000 square meters and increases annual production capacity by nearly 70%, from 60,000 to 100,000 passenger seats. The expansion includes 8,600 square m...
Speaking during the Riga Aviation Forum 2026, Pauls Irbins, Head of the Aerospace Direction at the RTU Innovation Office, presented a compelling vision of how Riga Technical University (RTU) can become a strategic partner for aeronautical and aerospace companies across Europe. As Europe’s aerospace sector seeks innovation, skilled talent, and cost-effective research partnerships, the present...
Heart Aerospace has unveiled the ES-36, its new 36-seat hybrid-electric regional airliner and planned production aircraft. Concurrently, award-winning air carrier JSX announced a deposit-backed agreement to acquire 50 ES-36 aircraft, with options for an additional 50, further strengthening the long-standing partnership between the two companies. The deal supports JSX's vision for a next-genera...
Progressive. Proven. Professional. The all-new PC-12 PRO introduces a completely redesigned cockpit built around the Garmin G3000 PRIME Integrated Flight Deck. Equipped with advanced technologies, including Safety Autoland, the PC-12 PRO sets a new benchmark as the most technologically advanced, high-performing, and reliable aircraft in its class. Further reinforcing its leadership in safety,...
The year of the P.180 Avanti’s 40th anniversary has brought a second reason for celebration at Piaggio Aerospace: the sale of more than 40 P.180 Avanti EVO aircraft since the model entered service with its first customer in 2015. It is a symbolic milestone for an aircraft that has continually evolved over four decades while staying true to its distinctive identity. Over the past fou...
Aviation evolves through moments of clarity — moments when industry leaders step forward to explain not only what is happening, but why it matters. This conversation with Evgeny Shadov, VP Business Development at General Aviation Service, is one of those moments. In the dynamic environment of Riga Aviation Forum 2026, Evgeny brings a sharp, operationally grounded perspective on th...
