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Electra unveils full-scale technology demonstrator aircraft to begin flight testing its proprietary eSTOL technology

Electra.aero unveiled the test vehicle for its hybrid-electric ultra eSTOL aircraft marking a significant milestone in Electra mission to help decarbonize aviation and revolutionize urban and regional transportation. Electra eSTOL technology demonstrator is world&#...

China first helicopter flight using sustainable aviation fuel

An Airbus H125 helicopter belonging to State Grid Space Technology has successfully used sustainable aviation fuel for a flight demonstration at Hefei Shiwan Airport in China. This is the first helicopter flight using SAF in China, marking an important milestone in the developmen...


VPorts becomes the first infrastructure company to launch a vertiport certification process

VPorts has initiated the certification process for its vertiports as part of the world’s first AAM integrator centre at the Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub in Dubai South. Construction of the vertiports will start in 2024.The certification process, developed by the GCAA, aligns with regulation CAR IX-HVD Part III, which outlines the requirements and guidelines for the c...

Paving the way for electric powered flight - EcoPulse demonstrator takes shape

EcoPulse is a Distributed Hybrid-Electric Propulsion aircraft demonstrator jointly developed by Airbus, Daher and Safran. Based on Daher TBM light-aircraft platform, this project kick-started in 2019 with an announcement at Le Bourget, supported by CORAC and co-funded by the French Government* and the EU*. The objective is to advance technology “techno-bricks” which coul...

Results living up ambitions - development with focus on sustainability - Interview Geneva Airpark EBACE 2023

As we recently reported - turnover, movements, hangar space – all the upward trends estimated for Geneva Airpark at the end of 2022 have now been confirmed. Latest figures of first months 2023 also bode well for another very encouraging year. The appointment we took with Sophie Mabire a year ago, here we are for our annual exclusive interview with General Manager of Geneva Airpark: Q. Loo...

Hydrogen Flight Alliance launches in Brisbane

Key players in the Australian aviation and green hydrogen industries have officially launched the Hydrogen Flight Alliance at Brisbane Airport. The aim of the alliance is to ensure Australia plays a leading role in the aviation industry’s transition towards net-zero by 2050. The initial focus will be on enabling Australia’s first commercial emission free hydrogen powered flig...

French government provides a €5.6 million grant as additional funding for VoltAero Cassio electric-hybrid aircraft

VoltAero funding for the development of its Cassio 330 electric-hybrid aircraft has further increased with a €5.6 million grant from the French government via BPI France. The financing was made available through the “France 2030” investment plan, which was established by the French government with the goal of sustainably transforming key sectors of the country’s ec...

Neste enables Trollhättan-Vänersborg Airport and Västflyg airline to become the world's firsts to use SAF on all flights

Trollhättan-Vänersborg Airport in the southwestern part of Sweden, will be the first airport in the world to offer only blended sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for all aircraft refueling at the airport, which will significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions of departing flights. Neste will supply its Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel to the Trollhättan airport in a 30-4...

Best in style and comfort - ATR targets high-end markets with new cabin collection

ATR unveiled ATR HighLine, its new collection of high-end cabins dedicated to commercial and business operators. The ATR HighLine collection comprises five main cabin configurations that cover the different operational needs of air carriers seeking to offer a premium flying experience to their guests: “Multi-Class”: featuring a spacious layout with a 50-seat interior includi...

Assure SAF Registry, sustainability in business aviation, what is to come - 4AIR EBACE 2023 interview

On the eve of EBACE 2023 4AIR announced the launch of Assure SAF Registry. Key focuses on verifying ownership, sustainability and blending information for each unit of SAF. This digital registry will serve as a SAF data exchange. We did our best to have 4AIR president Kennedy Ricci for a quick interview, but one event disrupted all agendas, so we could catch up only right after the event. Gla...

Reconfiguration, modular thinking, sense of details – jet interior vision by Ali Benham Bakhtiar

A lover of art and culture, with a passion for architecture, he is also a visionary who loves a challenge. Ali Behnam-Bakhtiar is an interior architect and event designer. He also designs private jets, combining talent, originality and creativity. We had the opportunity to discuss his vision of the business aviation industry and the future in more detail. Here is the essential of our exc...

Modern way of communication, clear message - Diego Magrini - interview post EBACE 2023

I always say that EBACE is a special opportunity to meet face-to-face with colleagues, customers, partners and friends from the industry; I have to admit that despite the precise and detailed planning, each time life brings a few changes. Diego Magrini, previously CEO and Founder of aviowiki, mover to new project in industry, so I had to find out more in details. For once, we were ready for t...

15 years of extensive knowledge of Euro Jet – interview EBACE 2023

Year 2023 is special for Euro Jet – 15th anniversary. Strong global network of aviation professionals on-the-ground and in operations makes them ready to provide you with the peace of mind. Enjoy your flight knowing that this team is working on your flight to make the operation seamless. Obviously, we had to step by, wish happy anniversary and use this opportunity to discuss with&n...

Europe' largest executive air charter operators – Luxaviation UK – interview EBACE 2023

EBACE is the regular opportunity to look back over the past year and forecast market situation. To take a closer look at the results for 2022 and discuss current trends, we decided to reach out to the second largest corporate aircraft operator in the world, whose customers have access to a combined fleet of more than 250 business aircraft worldwide - Luxaviation.   More specifically - Luxavia...

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U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has granted Boeing an amended type certificate for the new 737-7 airplane, clearing it for commercial service. The smallest...

Eve Air Mobility achieves first transition flight milestone, advancing eVTOL program toward wing-borne flight

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Bombardier to showcase its exquisite Challenger 3500 at LABACE 2026 as part of extensive multi-city Latin American tour

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Introducing latest-generation TBM to a major business aviation market - Daher Aircraft delivers the first TBM 980 in Brazil

The first TBM 980 for a Brazilian customer delivered by Daher Aircraft, marking the introduction of this newest fast and efficient turboprop-powered airplane in a market where the TBM family continues...

Somon Air receives its first Boeing 737 MAX jet

 Boeing and Somon Air announced the delivery of the airline's first 737 MAX, as the Tajik national carrier continues to modernize its fleet and grow its network. The 737-8 is the first o...

Air France-KLM submits a binding offer for an up to 49.9% stake in TAP Air Portugal

Air France-KLM today has submitted a binding offer to Parpública for the acquisition of a 44.9% to 49.9% stake in TAP Air Portugal, marking a decisive step in the airli...

Flying more sustainably with “shark skin”: Lufthansa Group tests next-generation AeroSHARK

An Airbus A319 of Lufthansa City Airlines is the world’s first test aircraft for a new generation of fuel-efficient AeroSHARK technology. Lufthansa Technik will test approximately 70 transp...

flydubai to host UAE National Careers Open Day, showcasing aviation career opportunities for Emirati talent

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Liebherr-Aerospace Technology (Shanghai) celebrates groundbreaking

The groundbreaking event of Liebherr-Aerospace Technology (Shanghai) is a milestone that marks a significant step for Liebherr – one of the world's top three landing gear suppliers with deca...

Riyadh Air launches Kuala Lumpur service, establishing its first gateway into Southeast Asia

Riyadh Air celebrated the launch of its inaugural service between Riyadh and Kuala Lumpur, establishing its first gateway into Southeast Asia. The inaugural event was celebrated in both cities, kickin...

Air India, SkyDrive and Suzuki sign MoU for feasibility study of medical air logistics in India

Air India, SkyDrive and Suzuki Motor Corporation signed a memorandum of understanding to conduct a joint feasibility study on the use of eVTOL aircraft for medical air logistics in India. In...

America's newest capital gateway unveiled: more than $20 billion transformation at Washington Dulles International Airport

The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority, United Airlines and the U.S. Department of Transportation announced a landmark transformation for Washington Dulles International Airport with a capital...

Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen3 achieves first flight, advancing next-generation light jet toward certification

Textron Aviation achieved a key milestone as the Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen3 prototype aircraft completed its first flight, advancing the next-generation light jet toward certification. With th...

Airbus delivers first NH90 designed for special operations to France

Airbus Helicopters officially delivered the first NH90 Standard 2 to the French Armament General Directorate. This new variant of the NH90 TTH was designed specifically for special operations. Fr...

The Arriel 2K, the engine powering the Leonardo AW09 helicopter, has received its EASA certification

The Arriel 2K engine that powers Leonardo’s AW09 helicopter, has received its type certificate from EASA. This marks an important milestone towards the entry into service of the AW09, Leonardo&r...

Daher Aircraft delivers the 400th Kodiak, underscoring this airplane family's expanding global reach and mission versatility

Daher Aircraft has delivered the 400th Kodiak, marking a significant achievement for the multi-role airplane family as its customer base continues to expand across government, commercial, business and...

Gulfstream reclaims city pair speed record Los Angeles to Farnborough

Gulfstream G700 set a new Los Angeles to Farnborough, England, city pair speed record, completing the 4,740-nautical-mile/8,778-kilometer journey in 8 hours and 27 minutes from takeoff to touchdown. T...

De Havilland Canada received EASA certification for Twin Otter Classic 300-G

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Diamond Aircraft celebrates customer deliveries and training partnerships at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026

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ATP Flight School accelerates airline career pilot program timelines by 25%

ATP Flight School has reduced the published timeline of its Airline Career Pilot Program by 25% after significantly reducing delays between training completion and FAA practical tests. Students starti...

DC Aviation Al-Futtaim secures San Marino CAR-145 approval

DC Aviation Al-Futtaim has received its standalone CAR-145 maintenance approval from the San Marino Civil Aviation Authority. The approval allows DCAF to deliver both Line and Base maintenance service...

Singapore selects Thales for next-generation AI-powered air traffic management system serving one of Asia’s busiest airspaces

The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore has awarded Thales a landmark contract to develop a new NexGen Air Traffic Management System (ATMS) and air traffic control radars, marking a major step towar...

Bombardier celebrates 200th delivery of its Challenger 3500 jet to Mr. Piero Ferrari

Bombardier delivered its 200th Challenger 3500 jet to Mr. Piero Ferrari, Vice Chairman of Ferrari. The aircraft will support Mr. Ferrari’s travel to Formula One races and other bu...

The travel behind the match: moving football teams across Europe

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