EUROJET, the consortium responsible for the EJ200 engines installed in the Eurofighter Typhoon, has signed a contract with the NATO Eurofighter & Tornado Management Agency to provide 59 new EJ200 engines for the Spanish Air Force.The EJ200 engine, a product of collaboration between Rolls-Royce, MTU Aero Engines, ITP Aero and Avio Aero, has consistently demonstrated exceptional performance...
Airbus Helicopters has delivered the first NH90 of the second batch of 23 helicopters to the Directorate General of Armament and Material at its facility in Albacete, Spain. This is the first NH90 in the Standard 3 configuration for the Spanish Air and Space Force. This second batch, which includes 23 NH90 helicopters, foresees the delivery of a total of 16 Standard 3 helicopters, ten of...
We're getting close to time for reflection on year 2024, identify trends and lessons learned, and acknowledge the shifts in the sector. Work on the future plan while carrying this important information with you. This includes identifying areas that need improvement, deciding changes, and implementing growth strategies. Shortly after the General Aviation Service team returned from the MEBAA sho...
CANAVIA Spanish Aviation Academy based in the Canary Islands, will incorporate a new P2006T NG into their fleet. The school already operates three multi-engine P2006T MkII’s and seven single-engine Tecnam P2008JC MkII’s 365 days a year, providing high level training to over 140 students. The P2006T NG, Next Generation, is the latest version of the P2006T, one of the...
Life can be unpredictable at times. I've heard numerous stories of people who were forced to quit their jobs in aviation because of COVID-19. The upside is that life's unpredictable nature "brings" the real fans back into the business. Perhaps in a slightly different way. Alberto Arévalo Garcia, a future pilot, was another aviation enthusiast I met at General Aviation...
Although it is said that "business is business," I believe you will agree that there are some long-term business partnerships that go beyond a simple trade in products or services. I had the honor and pleasure of attending the 45th anniversary celebration of General Aviation Service, where I met many of the most well-known individuals in the industry. The quality of t...
I have the exceptional chance to get to know and share the stories of the individuals who make up the aviation industry's core, despite their diverse backgrounds and occupations. I had the chance to ask the incredibly welcoming staff at General Aviation Service in Madrid a few questions during my first visit. Presenting David Daniel Fernandini Blazquez from the General Aviation Service Ma...
We keep sharing with you General Aviation Service team's success stories and industry-starter motivations. Ibiza would undoubtedly rank among the top three Spanish cities if we asked you to name them. With great pleasure, we present Ovidiu Valentin Groza, the Ibiza Station Manager. T.O. What was your way to work in GAS? O.V.G. While working in a different branch of aviati...
Sometimes people realize they need much more explanation on the subject, even if they have a basic understanding. With FBO services in Spain, this is quite frequently the case. During my first trip to Spain this summer, I witnessed this situation personally. Reaching out to those who are working on the fields around-the-clock and seeking a thorough explanation makes perfect sense....
We believe that the testimonies of people who are content and happy working in business aviation may be one of the best ways to encourage young people to pursue careers in the field. Their perspective, their experience. Therefore, we invited that the General Aviation Service, an exceptional team, ask several station managers to respond to the questions that seemed to make the most sense to us. Wit...
At MRO Europe in Barcelona Eve Air Mobility launches its fully integrated aftermarket services portfolio for efficient and safe Urban Air Mobility operations. Eve TechCare is a pioneer all-in-one suite of solutions designed to streamline eVTOL operations by providing the industry’s most comprehensive services, expert customer support, and cutting-edge operational solutions. Ev...
As part of its ongoing recruitment efforts, the Latvian airline airBaltic is pleased to announce a Pilot Open Day in Barcelona (Spain) and invites all pilots to attend the event to learn more about job opportunities at the airline. The event will be held on October 22, 2024, from 09:00 to 16:00 (local Barcelona time) at the INNSiDE by Meliá Barcelona Aeropuerto ...
