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Air bp returns to EBACE to demonstrate its customer portal enhancements and share SAF insights

Air bp is pleased to return to EBACE, to connect with its valued GA customers, showcase the latest iterations to its customer portal for business aviation, and share insights on the role of sustainable Aviation Fuel in helping to lower lifecycle carbon emissions for the industry and its customers. Air bp recently unveiled the latest enhancements to its customer portal...

At EBACE 2024, VoltAero & SKY2SHARE will focus on Cassio aircraft innovation, sustainability and safety

VoltAero and SKY2SHARE business-to-business air transport operator are joining forces at EBACE 2024 to highlight their vision for sustainable regional mobility – combining VoltAero’ electric-hybrid Cassio aircraft with SKY2SHARE’s solution for private business flights that will be truly sustainable. VoltAero is welcoming the SKY2SHARE executive team on its exhibit stand...

Sino Jet tops fleet size rankings in Asia-Pacific for the fifth year

Asian Sky Group released its "Asia-Pacific Business Jet Fleet Report YE 2023", revealing that as of 2023, the region boasts a total of 1,154 business jets. Chinese mainland and Hong Kong have seen a three-year decline, with a total reduction of 19 jets in 2023, reducing the total to 326 jets. Remarkably, amidst the general downturn of the Chinese business jet market, Sino Jet has de...

Climate.aero launches Carbon Emissions Reporting Service for general and business aviation

Climate.aero, a pioneering startup from The Netherlands, designed to address the growing concerns regarding the climate impact of general and business aviation. Climate.aero offers a free and comprehensive service for aircraft owners, enabling transparent public reporting of their carbon emissions.In response to increasing public criticism and regulatory scrutiny, Climate.aero has curated a databa...

Dassault presents latest products at EBACE 2024

Dassault Aviation will showcase full line of its business jets at EBACE 2024 which opens in Geneva on May 28. On exhibit will be the new Falcon 6X extra widebody twin, which recently entered operation, and a full-scale mockup of the ultra-long range, ultra-widebody Falcon 10X, now in development. First in-service Falcon 6X on display Eric Trappier, chairman and CEO, Dassault Aviation sa...

The impact of distance and destination on private jet charter costs

Chartering a private jet offers unparalleled convenience, luxury, and flexibility. However, the costs associated with this mode of travel can vary significantly based on several factors, with distance and destination being two of the most influential. This comprehensive guide will explore how these elements impact private jet charter costs, delving into associated factors like fuel expenses, airpo...

Heroes and historic military aircraft have their stories shared at Warbirds in Review during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024

Warbirds in Review, an unparalleled presentation series during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh that brings together historic airplanes with pilots and aircraft owners, returns in 2024 with guests that encompass 80 years of aviation and military history. The 71st edition of the Experimental Aircraft Association’s fly-in convention is July 22-28 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh. The twice daily s...

FAA issues final airworthiness criteria for Archer Midnight aircraft

FAA issued final airworthiness criteria for Archer Midnight aircraft. This significant regulatory milestone provides the solidified path for Archer to achieve Type Certification for Midnight. Archer is one of two companies in the world to achieve this certification progress with the FAA for an eVTOL aircraft. The finalization of Archer airworthiness criteria unlocks the ability for...

Embraer partners with Avfuel to increase SAF adoption

Embraer announced an agreement with Avfuel to increase its uptake of Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel at Melbourne Orlando International Airport (KMLB) to one load per week. The duo first entered into a SAF agreement in July 2021 in support of Embraer’s flight operations out of MLB. This agreement saw Avfuel deliver one 8,000-gallon truckload of Neste MY SAF per quarter...

Airbus takes superconductivity research for hydrogen-powered aircraft a step further

Airbus UpNext has launched a new technological demonstrator to accelerate the maturation of superconducting technologies for use in electric propulsion systems of a future hydrogen-powered aircraft. Known as Cryoprop, the new demonstrator will integrate and mature a two megawatt-class superconducting electric propulsion system cooled by liquid hydrogen via a helium recirculation loop and developed...

Satcom Direct celebrates first STC for SD Plane Simple Ka-band terminal

Satcom Direct has confirmed approval by Federal Aviation Administration for the first Supplemental Type Certificate for the SD Plane Simple Ka-band tail mount terminal for a Gulfstream G650. Equipping the Gulfstream GVI-type with the advanced technology represents a significant milestone in the SD Plane Simple antenna series rollout. Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. collaborated...

ACI Jet, a Bombardier ASF, secures SpaceX’s Starlink authorization

ACI Jet, a Bombardier Authorized Service Facility and renowned FAA Part 145 Repair Station, became an Authorized Starlink Dealer. Starlink, renowned for its unparalleled speed and stability facilitated by its expansive network, now joins ACI Jet roster of connectivity options. With over a decade of expertise in installing and maintaining various connectivity solutions, ACI Jet...