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Simplifying exchange of passenger and crew information - strategic alliance of Jetex & Pnrgo

Jetex entered in a strategic partnership with PnrGo designed to simplify the exchange of passenger and crew information, including the provision of automated passenger name record and advance passenger information.The new service, tailored for Jetex customers, offers operators a seamless path to comply effortlessly with global regulatory requirements concerning passenger and crew data tr...

Beond Airlines takes flight as World first premium leisure airline

A new airline took flight - Beond — world first premium leisure airline, unveiled its sophisticated and unique aircraft livery. At events in Malé, Maldives the airline showcased its first aircraft, an Airbus A319 seating 44 passengers in a luxurious all lay-flat configuration. Beond will fly a fleet of Airbus A320-family aircraft in a unique luxury, lay-fl...

Farnborough Airport embarks on one of the largest solar installations in the South East

The innovative and extensive plans will see solar panels mounted on Farnborough Airport iconic curved hangar roofs, as well as its state-of-the-art terminal building, the Airport control tower, its Ground Support Facility building, and its award winning 169 room hotel, the Aviator Hampshire. The installation will also enable the Airport’s operational fleet of electric vehicles to b...

Deutsche Aircraft selects Latecoere as strategic supplier of doors for the D328eco

Deutsche Aircraft and Latecoere announced the appointment of Latecoere as strategic supplier for all doors of the regional 40-seater Turboprop D328eco aircraft, a platform that is accelerating the aviation industry’s transition towards lower emissions. Through this build-to-print contract, Latecoere will manufacture all six doors of Deutsche Aircraft’s regional 40-seater turboprop...

Honeywell forecast shows strong demand for new business jets, increased focus on emissions reduction

Honeywell 32nd annual Global Business Aviation Outlook forecasts up to 8,500 new business jet deliveries worth $278 billion from 2024 to 2033, in line with the same 10-year forecast a year ago. This year, surveyed business aviation operators reported higher five-year new jet purchase plans, which is up two percentage points from a year ago. However, fleet expansion rates nearly tripled in 202...

First high voltage electrical harnesses roll off the line for the all-electric Lilium Jet

Lilium first all-electric eVTOL jet first high-voltage electrical harnesses have been completed. It is important achievement on the path to first assembly, industrialization, and entry into service of Lilium Jet. A collaboration between Lilium, its design and build partner for electrical wiring integration, GKN Aerospace, and connector supplier, Rosenberger, the high voltage el...

Boeing, NASA, United Airlines to test SAF benefits with air-to-air flights

Boeing partners NASA and United Airlines for in-flight testing to measure how sustainable aviation fuel affects contrails and non-carbon emissions, in addition to reducing the fuel's life cycle climate impact. Boeing second ecoDemonstrator Explorer, a 737-10 destined for United Airlines, will fly with 100% SAF and conventional jet fuel in separate tanks and alternate f...

Embraer announces new autothrottle feature for Phenom 300E

New autothrottle feature will be available for Embraer Phenom 300E aircraft. The optional feature is set to enhance the already single-pilot-friendly cockpit of the Phenom 300E, which includes the highly advanced Prodigy Touch based on Garmin G3000, further enhancing the aircraft’s operational capabilities. Pilots will be able to enjoy a more automated and intuitive flying experien...

VoltAero brings its Cassio electric-hybrid aircraft to NBAA-BACE 2023

The capabilities of VoltAero Cassio electric-hybrid aircraft for eco-efficient business aviation mobility will be underscored during the company first-ever participation in the annual NBAA-BACE 2023. VoltAero will be exhibiting in the Emerging Technology Pavilion. Led by CEO and Chief Technology Officer Jean Botti, the VoltAero team will be presenting a full-scale Cassio 330 on...

Gulfstream leads sustainability talks at IBGAA second business aviation and luxe tourism conference

Gulfstream Aerospace, principal sponsor of the second edition of The Irish Business and General Aviation Association annual conference on 1 November will be revisiting business aviation’s significant progress on sustainability by moderating a panel session titled, ‘Navigating aviation’s dynamic path to efficiency and sustainability.’  The panel...

Bell showcases its European corporate VIP offering at 2023 Ryder Cup and Monaco Yacht Show

With three products in its current corporate VIP range – the Bell 505, 407GXi and 429– Bell offers a range of solutions to meet the requirements of European customers seeking the ultimate in luxury flight. With strong demand for corporate VIP travel across Europe, Bell has connected with customers at a number of events this year, most recently at the 2023 Ryder Cup and the Monaco Yacht...

Inconvenient air travel - how can we prevent unruly behavior of passengers

Flight delays, flight diversions, and even emergency landings – all of that means inconvenience for travelers. In many cases the reason is far from weather conditions or issues with airline’s punctuality. I am sure many of you witnessed that and know that the reason can be an alcohol. One more issue – drugs taken due health issues and by mistake or ignorance mixed with alcohol. A...