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Essential news for 29 Sep 2026

Airbus A350F freighter successfully performs its maiden flight

The Airbus A350F freighter (MSN 700), the first of two flight test aircraft, has successfully completed its maiden flight. Equipped with dedicated flight test instrumentation, the aircraft spent 4 hours and 10 minutes in the air, reaching an altitude of 25,000 feet. The flight was conducted by Airbus' specialized Flight Test crew. Meanwhile, the second A350F prototype (MSN 701) is progressing...

German aviation reaches new milestone as Deutsche Aircraft opens D328eco® Final Assembly Line

A new era for German aerospace began today as Deutsche Aircraft officially opened its Final Assembly Line (FAL) at Leipzig/Halle Airport. Joined by senior government representatives Christian Hirte and Dirk Panter, the company marked the start of a new chapter in regional aircraft manufacturing. The inauguration represents the transition of the D328eco® programme into serial production and est...

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ATP Flight School hosts Alumni Career Expo featuring 20 airline and industry partners

On October 1, ATP Flight School will welcome nearly 500 aspiring airline pilots to its Arlington, Texas training center for an exclusive career expo featuring 20 airline and industry partners. Attendees will have the chance to network with pilot recruiters and airline representatives from major carriers such as American, Delta, Frontier, United, SkyWest and more. Strong demand for airline pilot...

Emirates opens the door to a memorable Dubai winter

As Dubai prepares for another vibrant winter season, Emirates is inviting travellers from across its global network to discover the city with unparalleled comfort, convenience and exceptional value. Launching alongside Dubai’s exciting calendar of festivals, entertainment and world-class events, Emirates’ latest campaign offers even more reasons to experience the emirate this winter....

Tanis brings comprehensive STC and PMA support to Daher TBM 700-series turboprops

Tanis Aircraft Products, a division of Hartzell Propeller, has expanded its portfolio of aircraft preheating solutions with the approval of a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) covering the entire Daher TBM 700 series. The certification is complemented by Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA) for the complete system kit, providing operators with a fully approved installation solution. Designed to...

EHang brings Global Fast Track Program to Vietnam, marking its second international market

EHang has announced the expansion of its Global Fast Track Program to Vietnam, making it the second country to join the initiative after Sri Lanka. The program’s launch in Hanoi also marks EHang’s first city-level partnership in Vietnam. As part of the initiative, EHang’s local partner, HungViet Technology and Investment Trading JSC, has signed a MoU with the Hanoi Depa...