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Do228 NXT manufacturer General Atomics AeroTec Systems visits the Middle East region for the first time to exhibit at Dubai Air Show

General Atomics AeroTec Systems is participating for the first time in the Dubai Airshow, marking an important milestone in the company’s expansion into MENA region. With decades of operational experience worldwide, the Do228 is renowned for its outstanding versatility, robustness, and re...

Signature Aviation modernizes aviation real estate search with new digital platform

Signature Aviation launched a new web platform designed to transform the industry’s traditional methods of searching and leasing aviation real estate. The new real estate platform, now live on Signature’s website, provides prospective and current residents with real-time access...


Bombardier unveils Comlux as Global 8000 aircraft customer, delivery confirmed for 2026

Bombardier announced Comlux will take delivery of the industry-defining Global 8000 aircraft in 2026. Renowned for its expertise in long-range operations with aircraft such as the Bombardier Global 6000 and Global 6500, Comlux is strategically enhancing its charter offering with Bombardier’s flagship jet. With its industry-leading ultra-long-range capabilities a...

Avfuel advances sustainability at NBAA-BACE with milestones and industry insights

As the BizAv community gathers in Las Vegas for NBAA-BACE 2025, Avfuel Corporation reinforces its leadership in sustainability through certifications, expanded fuel supply, and thought leadership at the show’s Business Aviation Sustainability Summit.This year marks Avfuel’s fifth consecutive year of offsetting its scope 1 and 2 emissions and its fourth year of certification under...

RAF 2025 - Latvia is a fast-paced, solution-focused, and business-friendly country - interview with Zigmars Vestfals

Organizing an event is rarely easy. Organizing an international aviation event is even more challenging. I admit that I have experience in organizing and running aviation events, and I take my hat off to the entire team and Zigmars Vestfals for the Riga Aviation Forum. Well done, perfect organization, speakers with really interesting presentations, the industry community coming together to discuss...

Riga Aviation Forum 2025 - collaboration, innovation, leadership - interview with Atis Švinka, Minister of Transport of Latvia

For those who are less familiar, Latvia is a country in the middle of the Baltic States, home of airBaltic,aviation hub in the region thanks to Riga Airport, and a placek nown for its quick thinking and inventiveness. The amazing BalticBees team also calls it home. Some lucky aviation events are honored by a greeting of Transport Minister. Riga Aviation Forum 2025 was THE place where I had the ple...

Air Charter Expo, The ACA’s industry leading exhibition breaks records for number of exhibitors and delegates

The Air Charter Association hosted its annual Air Charter Expo event on Tuesday 09 September 2025 at London Biggin Hill Airport. ACE’25 has seen continued growth, setting consistent record levels for attendees and exhibitors. This year, more than 2,000 delegates registered for the expo, 100+ exhibitors and 20+ aircraft, including a Dassault Falcon 8X (Dassault Aviation), Embraer Praetor...

Riga Aviation Forum to bring together Baltic and European industry leaders and experts

On September 18, the annual Riga Aviation Forum will take place at ATTA Centre in Riga, bringing together top aviation leaders, executives from major industry companies, and experts from across Europe and the Baltics. This high-level conference is recognized as the most significant aviation event in the Baltic region. This year’s forum will feature hard-talk conversations and panel discus...

Prince Aviation inaugural debut at Air Charter Expo 2025

Prince Aviation successfully completed their inaugural participation at the prestigious Air Charter Expo 2025. The centerpiece of Prince Aviation's static display participation was the company's own Cessna Citation XLS+, which served as a showcase for demonstrating the organization's comprehensive service offering and midsize fleet capability. The aircraft...

Turboprops take centre stage at Washington Aviation Conference as airlines face regional fleet renewal

As U.S. regional airlines grapple with rising operating costs, pilot shortages, and the urgent need to replace aging 30- to 50-seat aircraft, the industry stands at a pivotal crossroads. The demand for lower fuel burn and fleet modernization has never been more pressing. At this year’s Regional Airline Association Leaders Conference, to be held September 17–19 in Washington, D.C.,...

The ACA promotes professional training and development of next generation at US Air Charter Regional Forum

The Air Charter Association held its first US Air Charter Regional Forum in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on August 19-20. Starting with a networking reception at W Aviation, Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (KFXE), the Forum conference sessions later took place at the Courtyard by Marriot. The ACA was delighted to welcome over 50 air charter professionals representing brokers, operators, F...

Diamond Fest 2025 – A Diamond Homecoming & VIP Airshow experience

Diamond Aircraft Canada and Diamond Flying Club, in collaboration with Airshow London and the Diamond Pilots Association, announced the success of Diamond Fest, the official “Diamond Homecoming” at the company’s Canadian headquarters in London, Ontario (CYXU). The event took place September 5–6, 2025. This celebration coincided with Airshow London SkyDrive, Canada&rsqu...

AERO Asia 2025: ‘new era’ of low-altitude economy and general aviation showcased by key players this November

With some three months to go until chocks away at AERO Asia 2025, the organisers have unveiled an impressive lineup featuring some of the industry’s most well-renowned companies, from both China and further afield. Set to take place from 27 – 30 November at the Zhuhai International Airshow Center, under the theme “A New Era: Explore More”, the show will explore nu...

Registration opens for EUROPEAN ROTORS 2025 in Cologne, Germany

Following its 2024 success in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, EUROPEAN ROTORS, Europe’s leading rotorcraft and vertical aviation event, will return 17-20 Nov 2025 to Cologne, Germany.  Owned by the European Helicopter Association (EHA) and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency, and produced by European Rotors GmbH with the support of Vertical Aviation International (VA...

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Germany, Berlin

Farnborough International Airshow 2026

20/07/2026 - 24/07/2026
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AERO 2027 builds on the success of this year’s edition

AERO 2027, taking place from April 14-17, 2027, will feature a further developed concept designed to build on the great success of this year’s event. In 2026, 860 exhibitors from 50 countries to...

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Deutsche Aircraft and INERATEC demonstrate fuel-to-flight concept at ILA Berlin

Deutsche Aircraft and INERATEC are advancing their collaboration to demonstrate a fully integrated fuel-to-flight solution for sustainable and resilient aviation at ILA Berlin. At the centre...

The countdown begins: tickets now live for Air Charter Expo – ACE’26

The Air Charter Association is announcing tickets for Air Charter Expo – ACE’26 are now officially on sale. Taking place on Tuesday 8 September 2026, ACE is a partnership between The ACA,...