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NEOM and Volocopter: first electric air taxi flight in Saudi Arabia

NEOM and Volocopter announced the successful completion of a series of air taxi test flights. This marks the first time an eVTOL aircraft has received a special flight authorization and performed test flights in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The flight test campaign lasted over a...

Aura Aero enjoys success of ERA eco-responsible aircraft at Paris Air Show

AURA AERO wraps up Paris Air Show with proven success of ERA Aircraft and numerous LoI and MoU: Asian Aerospace - 3 hybrid-electric aircraft ERA to link the many islands in the Philippine region. This will enable tour-operators to reduce their environmental footprint while enhancing their offe...


Paris Airshow brings MTU orders worth more than one billion U.S. dollars

For MTU Aero Engines, the Paris Airshow paid off: The engine manufacturer booked orders worth more than one billion U.S. dollars. “This total once again demonstrates the enormous demand in our industry - and MTU’s strong positioning. The huge demand for modern aircraft with fuel-efficient engines is clearly evident,” said Lars Wagner, CEO of MTU Aero Engines AG. New orders for...

Daher refueled its display aircraft at the Paris Air Show with sustainable aviation fuel

To promote the use of sustainable aviation fuel Daher announced that the two aircraft on its static display during the Paris Air Show were refueled with SAF blended Jet A. The two airplanes – a Kodiak 100 and a TBM 960 – leased from Daher customers benefit from the availability of SAF-blended jet fuel at Paris-Le Bourget airport where the Paris Air Show takes place. N...

Embraer and Lanzhou Aviation Industry Development Group sign LoA for 20 Embraer P2F conversions

Embraer signed a LoA with Lanzhou Aviation Industry Development Group for 20 E190F and E195F E-Jets Passenger-to-Freight Conversions. Embraer and Lanzhou intend to cooperate on establishing of E190F and E195F conversion capability in Lanzhou, China, which will support and accelerate the introduction of E-Jet first generation freighters to Chinese market. The cooperation will serve as an i...

ATR reports upward trend from International Paris Air Show

On the occasion of the International Paris Air Show ATR reported a clear upward trend and solid market appeal for both models of its family of low-emission, comfortable and versatile turboprops with unbeatable economics. Nathalie Tarnaud Laude, ATR’s Chief Executive Officer, announced firm orders for 22 new aircraft, plus 2 options:    6 ATR 72-600 from Mandarin...

World most efficient regional aircraft details revealed by Tamarack Aerospace and SkyAlps

Paris Air Show became The place where Tamarack Aerospace and SkyAlps revealed more details about common project of to develop the world’s most efficient regional aircraft by offering an upgrade package for the DeHavilland Dash 8. SkyAlps intends to make a global impact on aviation sustainability by offering a highly modified DeHavilland Q400 regional aircraft.  Congressman Sam G...

MHS Aviation Group adds third Falcon to support its growing charter operations

MHS Aviation is proud to add a new Falcon 2000LXS aircraft from Dassault Aviation. It joins two highly capable 2000LX aircraft already available for charter by the company, which operates 13 aircraft in all. The acquisition of the new aircraft by MHS shareholders reflects a major commitment to expanding service to its clients. With this new order, MHS Aviation strengthens its position as...

Success is peace of mind, my road - I did it myself - Antónia Lukačínová

I have the pleasure of to know well extraordinary people in the industry, who have the unique ability to make every project a success. If we say JetBook, Sapphire Pegasus Awards, Media Tribune, you've certainly heard a lot. Can you imagine that all three projects have the same supersonic engine - Antonia Lukacinova. We've been planning for some time to sit dow...

A World first in summer 2024 - Groupe ADP & Volocopter at forefront of electric urban air mobility

Volocopter and Groupe ADP, alongside the French Civil Aviation Authority and Paris region, stressed that Paris will be the first European city – and likely the first city in the world – to offer eVTOL services in time for the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The services will be available to the general public as an addition to the existing public transportation system of P...

CAE forecasts need to recruit 1.3 million new aviation professionals by 2032

At Paris Air Show CAE released its 2023 Aviation Talent Forecast, which anticipates a global need for 1.3 million new aviation professionals to join the industry as pilots, aircraft maintenance technicians and cabin crew over the next 10 years to support the expected growth of the commercial and business aviation markets. The comprehensive 10-year study estimates a need for 1.18 million...

Boom Supersonic announces significant Overture program advances

At Paris Air Show Boom Supersonic announced significant advances on Overture, its sustainable supersonic aircraft, including milestones for its Symphony engine. Overture will fly at twice the speed of today’s airliners and is designed to run on 100% sustainable aviation fuel. Boom signed structural supplier agreements with Aernnova for Overture’s wings, Leonard...

De Havilland Canada launches the DHC-6 Twin Otter Classic 300-G

De Havilland Canada announced the launch of the DHC-6 Twin Otter Classic 300-G with combined purchase agreements and letters of intent totaling 45 aircraft. Brian Chafe, CEO of De Havilland Canada, commented: “For over 50 years, the DHC-6 Twin Otter has stood alone as the most reliable and versatile aircraft in its class. After extensive consultation with our cu...

IndiGo places record order for 500 A320 Family aircraft

IndiGo has placed a firm order for 500 A320 Family aircraft, setting the record for the biggest single purchase agreement in the history of commercial aviation. The latest agreement takes the total number of Airbus aircraft on order by IndiGo to 1,330, establishing its position as the world’s biggest A320 Family customer.  Since IndiGo first A320neo aircraft was delivered in M...

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dnata wins multi-year Silk Way Group cargo handling contract in Singapore

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Gogo secures $7.5 million NOAA contract, providing mission-critical communications services for ‘hurricane hunter’ aircraft

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VINCI Airports celebrates the completion of the extension and renovation of Kansai International Airport, as well as the 10th anniversary of the concession

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ExecuJet MRO Services Australasia expands Falcon 7X heavy maintenance capability in Sydney

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Global Jet Capital launches Q1 2026 market briefing

While the geopolitical situation contributed to economic uncertainty in Q1, market fundamentals remained healthy. The quarter showed strong demand for business aviation, reflected in increasing aircra...

Daher Aircraft showcases its “go anywhere” Kodiak 900 along with the TBM 960 at France Air Expo

The European tour of Daher Aircraft’s “go-anywhere” Kodiak 900 multi-role airplane continues this week at the France Air Expo 2026 event in Lyon, France, where it will join a fast, e...

BGS expands fueling partnership with Freebird Airlines ahead of summer 2026 season

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Cirrus launches “Let’s Go Fly!” immersive Apple Vision Pro flight experience

Cirrus launched Let’s Go Fly!, a first-of-its-kind app created for Apple Vision Pro that delivers an immersive introduction to Personal Aviation—the freedom, convenience and acce...

Cathay Pacific announces plans to launch direct flights to Almaty

Affirming Cathay’ ongoing commitment to growing Hong Kong’s connectivity with Belt and Road countries, Cathay Pacific is pleased to announce plans to launch direct flights to Almaty,...

Bell announced order of first Bell 407GXi in India with TransBharat Aviation

Bell Textron announced the order of the first Bell 407GXi helicopter in India to TransBharat Aviation Private Limited, one of India’s most established non-scheduled rotary-wing operators. F...

Climate-friendly aviation: greater ambition pays off

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VIP Completions-YODEZEEN Gulfstream G550 wins prestigious design award

VIP Completions together with partner YODEZEEN announced that their Gulfstream G550 refurbishment project won the ‘Aviation Interior Design/VIP Completion’ title at the International...

Kuala Lumpur, Houston, Singapore: Starting in October, Lufthansa will begin flying to new destinations with Allegris

Lufthansa is focusing more than ever on premium service: Following the introduction of the new in-flight service on all long-haul flights in early May, the number of destinations where passengers can...

Airshare to equip fleet of Embraer Phenom 300s with Gogo Galileo connectivity

U.S.-based aircraft management, fractional ownership, jet cards, and charter services operator Airshare is equipping its fleet of Embraer Phenom 300s with the Gogo Galileo HDX system. The up...

Air passenger rights reform: as European negotiations nearing conclusion, up to 60% of travelers could lose their right to compensation

Air passenger rights in Europe are at a critical crossroads. On June 2, the European Union’s Conciliation Committee will meet for a final round of negotiations on the revision of the European re...

Jetfly highlights the versatility of Pilatus PC-12 in European business aviation sector

For more than twenty-five years, Jetfly has been developing its Shared Ownership Program, focusing in particular on the Pilatus PC-12, a turboprop aircraft renowned for its versatility, reliability, a...

Texas Department of Public Safety accepts delivery of Bell 407GXi

Bell Textron delivered new Texas Department of Public Safety’s  Bell 407GXi. This delivery comes on the heels of an announcement made during Verticon earlier this year h...

Bombardier Defense to provide three Bombardier Global 6500 aircraft for maritime surveillance in Australia

Bombardier Defense will provide three Global 6500 aircraft to fly maritime surveillance missions for the Australian Border Force. Metrea - the originator and leading provider...

Deutsche Aircraft future-oriented European multi-role aviation portfolio at ILA Berlin 2026

Deutsche Aircraft is preparing its most comprehensive showcase to date, highlighting the evolution of its future ready, multi role aviation portfolio designed for governmental and mission critica...

Liebherr and Loong Air sign service agreement for heat transfer equipment

Liebherr-Aerospace and Loong Air launched a long-term collaboration, with Liebherr-Aerospace providing major repair and re-coring services for the heat transfer equipment on Loong Air’s A320ceo/...

World's longest-range aircraft, the Airbus A350-1000ULR takes to the skies

The A350-1000ULR (MSN 707), the first of 12 aircraft ordered by Qantas has completed its first flight in Toulouse, France. The aircraft, fitted with special flight test instrumentation, flew for three...