Embraer will showcase its innovative aircraft and solutions from its commercial aviation and defense portfolio at the Japan Aerospace Exhibition from October 16 to 19 2024. The company will feature its renowned E-Jets family of commercial aircraft, the multi-mission C-390 Millennium airlifter and advanced air mobility solutions from Eve Air Mobility, an independent company founded by Embraer. M...
Lufthansa Technik and Philippine Airlines continue to strengthen their long-term partnership. Philippines’ flag carrier and Lufthansa Technik Shenzhen signed an Airframe Related Components services contract for Airbus A321ceo nacelles. The agreement includes MRO as well as spare unit support for the V2500 engine’s inlet cowling. This new collaboration between Lufthansa Techni...
Britten-Norman has successfully completed its second funding round, securing significant capital from Northern Ireland based Beechlands Enterprises. The investment will accelerate production of the iconic Islander aircraft and transform aftermarket business. Britten-Norman will scale manufacturing operations in the UK up to eight aircraft a year in phase one. Manufacturing will be focussed pr...
Gogo Business Aviation is seeing unprecedented demand for Gogo Galileo HDX, the new global broadband Low-Earth-Orbit satellite service. The demand for Gogo Galileo HDX is greater than it was for Gogo AVANCE L5, which launched in 2017 and quickly became the most widely adopted and fastest-selling inflight connectivity system in business aviation history. Sergio Agui...
I'm fortunate to have a lot of contacts in the aviation industry. I'll admit that I've met a few of them whose stories intrigue me and make me want to learn more about how they got started in the business. Their vision of development, needs and obstacles. Today I'd like to talk about a feminine touch in Caribbean business aviation. I present a discussion with Sherkane De Haenen fro...
SITA opened a new technology hub in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, aimed at advancing the future of air travel through cutting-edge innovation. This new hub strengthens SITA’s global network of technology centers and is set to play a critical role in addressing the most pressing challenges facing the aviation industry today—enhancing operational efficiency, reducing environmenta...
AURA AERO has been chosen by Renault to accompany, with its electric aircraft INTEGRAL E, the launch of the new electric Renault 4, unveiled today at Paris Motor Show 2024. To present its brand-new electric car, the French car manufacturer has chosen to call on four French startups pioneering decarbonized mobility, sharing its values and vision, and each bringing its unique expertis...
AERO Friedrichshafen 2025 will take place from April 9 to 12. Given the strong growth of the business aviation segment in recent years, this segment will be further expanded at AERO 2025. The revamp includes an extension in Halls A2 and A3 as well as in a spectacular new Business Aviation Dome on the static display. Business aircraft manufacturers can look back on a successful first hal...
Air bp has achieved one million overwing fuellings using its safe2go app (previously known as Airfield Automation). The milestone took place in Portugal in August when an Air bp customer completed an overwing refuelling using safe2go’s cloud-based platform. The safe2go fuel data platform was developed by Air bp with its expertise and understanding of the needs of fuel operators and...
Tecnam and Air Dream College announced the purchase agreement for one Tecnam P2006T NG twin engine for its fleet expansion program. More aircraft have been optioned to sustain Air Dream College growth. The aircraft will be used for both PPL – Private Pilot License – up to the MCC/JOC – Multi Crew Cooperation Course/Jet Orientation Course, modules for ATPL courses. In bu...
Thornton Aviation has completed the integration and installation of Starlink on the first Global 5000 prototype aircraft, leading to an FAA STC. The aircraft is operated by Van Nuys-based Pegasus Elite Aviation. Business jet passengers expect to work and play in the air the same way they do on the ground, making inflight connectivity a must. Whether communicating with colleagues or streaming...
Mandarin Airlines and ATR announced the signature of a firm order for one ATR 72-600, underscoring the airline’s unwavering confidence in ATR as the optimal platform for the island’s domestic operations. This strategic agreement comes swiftly on the heels of the order for six ATR 72-600 placed at last year’s Paris Air Show. Delivery of the addit...
