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Gogo to acquire Satcom Direct

Gogo and Satcom Direct announced entry into a definitive agreement under which Gogo will acquire Satcom Direct to create the only in-flight connectivity provider able to satisfy the performance and cost needs of every segment of the global business aviation and military/government mobility markets....

Bell 505: a small but mighty icon gracing the skies of the Southern Hemisphere

As the sun rises over the expansive Outback and the rugged hills of Middle Earth, one may spot the Bell 505 taking to the skies, its rotor blades slicing through the dawn with precision and grace, accompanied by the soft and distinctive whirring that is synonymous of rotorcraft. A symbol of modern i...

More than 100 customer pilots earn type rating for Gulfstream G700

Gulfstream Aerospace announced more than 100 customer pilots have earned type rating for the Gulfstream G700 from the Savannah-based FlightSafety International training center since the aircraft earned FAA type certification on March 29. In addition to the 100 customer pilots who have earned the G700 type rating, 80 Gulfstream corporate pilots and more than 20 FlightSafety International G700...

Business aviation ABC - every way to general aviation is different

I'm curious, and the more people talk about the lack of professionals in the industry, the more I wonder... What's people's story, how did they get here and join the industry. So, I ask the questions. I find that the ability to simply tell the stories, one by one, sharing the facts can do a lot of good. Why is that? The answer is obvious - it's an impulse for future colleagues...

Flexjet Praetor 600 private jet tour touches down on runways nationwide

Flexjet announced its 2024 national tour to showcase the Praetor 600, an Embraer super-midsize aircraft and key offering in Flexjet's fleet. As the only fractional provider offering both the Praetor 500 and 600 options in its fleet, Flexjet's mid- and super-mid aircraft fleet is far more capable and comfortable than competing fleets offered within the fractional market including...

Lilium debuts jet in U.S. at Houston Hobby Airport and signs infrastructure partnership with Galaxy FBO

Lilium is debuting the Lilium Jet, the world's first fully electric jet that can take off and land vertically, to the U.S. market. Lilium Jet is designed and optimized for regional travel with an aerodynamic shape and ducted electric fans that prioritize efficiency and speed during forward flight. With an anticipated initial operating range of roughly 110 miles, the Lilium Jet will be capable...

Flexjet announces further expansion in Europe with new terminal at Farnborough Airport

Flexjet is preparing to open its new private terminal at Farnborough Airport. Scheduled to open in early 2026, the new facility will be separate from Farnborough Airport's main terminal and entirely dedicated to Flexjet passengers, with exclusive Flexjet staff. Unique in Europe, the new facility will offer Flexjet passengers a seamless experience from land to air, designed to replicate the per...

EH216S pilotless eVTOL completed first flight in Brazil

EHang announced a major milestone with the successful completion of the first flight of its EH216S pilotless eVTOL in Brazil. EHang's first trial flight in Brazil took place in Quadra, located in the São Paulo region, in partnership with its local operator, Gohobby. This achievement holds significant importance for the future development of UAM solutions in Brazil, a country known...

Equal Skies Charter says that future flight has a duty to embrace disability inclusion

The Equal Skies Charter is launching a White Paper at DroneX to emphasise the importance of addressing disability needs from the very beginning as the aviation industry embarks on a new era. With rapid advancements in Beyond Visual Line of Sight and Unmanned Aerial Vehicle technology, the future of aviation holds the potential to deliver transformative experiences for everyone, part...

Flightways Columbus celebrates 15 years of FBO’s dedication to aviation community

Flightways Columbus, located at Georgia’s Columbus Airport (KCSG), celebrated a new milestone: 15 years of dedicated service to the aviation community. The FBO’s 15-year anniversary is an impressive testament to its customer dedication and service to the aviation community. While much has evolved throughout the decade and a half—including upgraded branding and impr...

SGi signs landmark deal with Helitech Asia as launch customer for ten Leonardo AW09 helicopters at Bali Air Show 2024

SGi, a leading helicopter service provider in Indonesia, has signed a landmark deal with Helitech Asia, the exclusive distributor for Leonardo Helicopters in Southeast Asia and Korea, for the purchase of ten Leonardo AW09 helicopters. This milestone positions SGi as the nominated launch customer for Leonardo’s AW09 in Indonesia. The acquisition of these state-of-the-art AW09 helicopters w...

New Garmin G5000 avionics upgrade now available for Cessna Citation XLS aircraft

Textron Aviation customers can now upgrade their Cessna Citation XLS+ and Citation XLS Gen2 aircraft with the Garmin G5000 integrated flight deck following Garmin’s receipt of FAA supplemental type certification for the avionics upgrade. Customers can have the upgrade installed at selected domestic Textron Aviation Service Centers to add significant technological advances and new c...

Anticipation builds for first ever Airtaxi Market Showcase in Dubai

Organizers of the upcoming AIRTAXI World Congress are coming together with official Host Partner Air Chateau and Showcase Partner Unified Aviation to deliver a unique Market Showcase to the final day of the Congress on 10 October. eVTOL companies have until Monday 23 September to confirm their participation and join the line up. Taking place at the Air Chateau Dubai Helipark, VIP&...

Modesto Jet Center adds a second PC-24 jet to managed fleet

Modesto Jet Center has added a Pilatus PC-24 jet to the company's management operations. The light business jet will also be added to the company's Part 135 charter operations. Built for operation landing on shorter fields, the Pilatus PC-24 offers a large cabin with room for six executive seats plus an aft divan that converts into a full-size bed, as well as a completely flat floor....

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