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Day`s summary for 03 Jul 2026

Daher Aircraft steps up its support and logistics capabilities with an expanded new facility in western France

Daher Aircraft inaugurated a new spare parts, maintenance, equipment overhaul and logistics center in western France that expands the company’s support capabilities for a broad range of aircraft – from helicopters and training airplanes to legacy general aviation types built by its predecessor companies. The facility occupies a purpose-built 6,000-square-meter building at Jonzac-Neulle...

PrivatPort expands global FBO network and establishes 24/7 operations control centre in Dubai

PrivatPort announced the next phase of its global expansion, increasing its dedicated FBO network from seven to nine locations and establishing a centralized, 24/7 Operations Control Center in Dubai, UAE. The network expansion includes two additional FBO locations in Mexico, strengthening PrivatPort’s presence across key international business aviation markets. The dedicated facilities...

Thales introduces new Search & Landing Light to maximise visibility in critical helicopter missions

Thales introduces its new generation Search & Landing Light, one of the most advanced, reliable and versatile helicopter illumination systems available today. Combining native 360° swivelling coverage, a compact flush-mounted design and a software-defined, connected architecture, the new high-power SLL delivers unrestricted illumination and mission-tailored functionality for a wide range o...