Tuvoli, building the backbone of private aviation, today announced the launch of the first annual AI Symposium for Business Aviation (AISBA), co-founded with the National Air Transportation Association and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s O’Maley College of Business. AISBA takes place during September 15–16 at Embry-Riddle’s residential campus in Daytona Bea...
Pilatus announced the introduction of Gogo Galileo as a factory-installed connectivity option for the PC-24, delivering global, high-speed broadband to the world’s first and only Super Versatile Jet. The system is set to enter service, bringing fast, low-latency connectivity to owners wherever they fly. The system is certified by FAA and EASA. New connectivity solution built on the...
Arbitrip announced a landmark partnership with El Al Airlines. Together, companies are introducing a new model for airline-integrated travel booking: a fully white-labelled hotel platform embedded directly within El Al’s digital ecosystem, designed to deliver a seamless, personalized, and value-driven experience.At the core of the platform is Arbitrip’s advanced AI engine, wh...
Tecnam is expanding its partnership with Oriens Aviation. Back in 2021 Oriens became the authorised Sales and Service Centre for the British Isles. Now the company is establishing a dedicated subsidiary to serve as the exclusive Tecnam dealer for the Netherlands. Oriens Aviation demonstrated an exceptional commitment to the Tecnam brand over past five years. Their pro...
Embraer delivered first brand-new Embraer E175 airplane to Air Peace. The delivery further strengthens the partnership between Embraer and Air Peace, beyond their operations of the larger E195-E2 and the smaller ERJ145 fleet. The E175 will support Air Peace in its ambition to increase connectivity in Nigeria and the region, whilst providing more capacity flexibility to the airline. Arjan Meijer...
Scandinavian carrier SAS has placed a firm order with Airbus for 18 A330-900 aircraft as part of its ongoing fleet renewal strategy. The agreement was signed during a ceremony in Copenhagen by Anko van der Werff, SAS CEO and Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, Airbus EVP Sales of the Commercial Aircraft business. The aircraft will support SAS’ ongoing international network expans...
Embraer Praetor 500E has received triple certification from Brazil’s Civil Aviation Authority ANAC, FAA, and EASA. Introduced in February 2026 alongside the Praetor 600E as the first evolution of the industry-leading Praetor family, the Praetor 500E is now approved for operation in key global markets. This milestone follows the Praetor 600E’s triple certification in April 2026, marking...
ALSIM launches AL3X, its newest Light Sport Aircraft simulator designed specifically to meet the growing needs of flight schools and training organizations. Developed around the popular Garmin G3X Touch flight deck, the AL3X delivers an immersive and highly realistic training experience in a compact, cost-effective platform that complies with FAA AATD standards. Designed f...
Lufthansa Technik marked a key milestone by officially breaking ground on its 55,000-square-meter facility in Santa Maria da Feira, south of Porto. Lufthansa Technik Portugal, founded in 2024, will create up to 700 new jobs in the aviation industry over the coming years. Portuguese Prime Minister Luís Montenegro highlighted the project’s value for the country at the groundbreaking cer...
In 2025, the industry made its strongest progress outside the pandemic, even as passenger numbers rise. Mishandled baggage rates dropped 23%, a sign that digital transformation efforts are taking hold, according to the SITA 2026 Baggage IT Insights report, the 20th annual edition of the industry benchmark. But the bigger story is not just improvement. It’s the gap that remains. Mis...
EVA Air celebrated the launch of its new nonstop service between Washington D.C. and Taipei, marking a significant expansion as the airline's 10th North American gateway. As the first airline to offer nonstop service between these two cities, the new route represents a key milestone in strengthening connectivity between Taiwan and the U.S. East Coast. A special inaugural ceremony was held at W...
Hartzell Propeller has secured STC approval on its new Frontier aluminum propeller for Cessna 180 Skywagon airplanes equipped with Continental O-470 engines. Targeted to serve Skywagon models A-J, the Frontier joins the extensive Top Prop lineup to offer a true performance-enhancing, cost-effective solution to upgrading the utility and backcountry legend. The 88-inch prop, in an all-...
