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First Do228 successfully transferred to Bangladesh Navy after base maintenance event

General Atomics AeroTec Systems successfully conducted comprehensive overhaul services on a Do228 of Bangladesh Navy and transferred the aircraft back to Chattogram, Bangladesh end of January 2026. It was the first part of an MRO contract signed by both parties in 2025. The overhaul of a second Do228 will follow later this year. Base maintenance - the next step in a successful pa...

Streamlining business aviation workflows – post AERO 2026 interview with STACK.aero Cat Buchanan

At AERO Friedrichshafen 2026 STACK.aero announced new integration with Leon Software, creating a unified workflow for charter operators and helping them generate revenue growth. Four very busy days full of meetings with clients, colleagues, and curious visitors. I had the opportunity to discuss the event and more with Cat Buchanan, Director of Business Development at STACK.aero.  T.O....

Clay Lacy Aviation announces no special event fees at all FBOs nationwide during World Cup 2026

Clay Lacy Aviation will not charge special event fees at any of its FBO locations throughout the United States during the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicking off June 11. The company’s decision underscores its commitment to transparency, exceptional service and unwavering hospitality as the world’s largest sporting event comes to North America. Doug Wilson, Chief Business Officer for C...

easyJet and Rolls-Royce complete successful 100% hydrogen aero engine test, advancing sustainable flight technology

easyJet and Rolls-Royce have announced the successful completion of a major testing milestone using hydrogen as an aviation fuel, marking a significant step in efforts to reduce aviation emissions. In an industry first, the companies tested a modified Rolls-Royce Pearl 15 aircraft engine reaching full take off power while running on 100% hydrogen, at NASA’s Stennis Space Center, near Ba...

Piaggio Aerospace strengthens global presence at AERO Friedrichshafen 2026

Piaggio Aerospace successfully concluded its first-ever participation at AERO Friedrichshafen 2026, Europe's leading general aviation exhibition. During the four-day event, Piaggio Aerospace presented its latest P.180 Avanti EVO on the static display. Exhibiting alongside trusted German P.180 operator partner AirGO, Piaggio Aerospace offered visitors a first-hand experience of the aircraf...

Air India welcomes the release of Government's Hub‑and‑Spoke model ; prepares to launch international connectivity from Varanasi

Air India welcomed the Government of India’s push to operationalise the hub-and-spoke aviation model and announced that it is preparing to launch international connectivity from Varanasi under this model. As part of its network expansion and in alignment with the hub and spoke model, Air India is preparing to launch international connectivity from Varanasi, strengthening the city’...

Building on the global triumph of P2012 series - stepping into Tecnam P2012 VIP at AERO 2026

At AERO Friedrichshafen 2026 Tecnam Aircraft unveiled brand new P2012 VIP. Exactly as stated, building on the global triumph of the P2012 series. My first experience with the P2012 dates back to CARIBAVIA 2025, when I had the opportunity to explore St. Barth Executive’s P2012 STOL. Intrigued by this announcement, I opted for a personalized tour with Francesco Sferra, Tecnam P2012 &...

Diamond Aircraft appoints AirMax Patrol as exclusive U.S. distributor of the DA62 MPP

Diamond Aircraft and AirMax Patrol LLC jointly announce the award of exclusive DA62 MPP U.S. distributor status to AirMax Patrol. Based in Reno, Nevada, AirMax will be promoting sales and mission integration of the DA62 MPP aircraft to Airborne Law Enforcement agencies, search and rescue operators, and aerial survey clients throughout the United States. AirMax was founded by John Nielsen, a ret...

Luxaviation UK introduces Gulfstream G550 to fleet

Luxaviation UK is expanding its charter fleet with the addition of a Luxembourg‑registered Gulfstream G550. Available for charter, the aircraft will be based between the South of France and Istanbul, and operated by Luxaviation UK, servicing key routes across Europe and the Middle East. With the ability to fly non-stop between destinations such as London – Los Angeles or Paris – T...

A new milestone for the TBM family : Daher Aircraft delivers the 1,300th airplane from this fast, efficient product line

Daher Aircraft delivered the 1,300th TBM family airplane, marking the latest achievement for this high-performance, efficient turboprop-powered product line. This announcement was made at AERO Friedrichshafen, where Daher Aircraft exhibited its latest TBM 980 version with Garmin’s G3000 PRIME avionics, and which incorporates further enhancements in passenger comfort. ...

Vinci Aviation unveils its new livery - a distinctive design for a rapidly evolving market

Vinci Aviation unveils the new corporate livery of its Learjet 45, registered C-FHCW. This announcement comes at a time of strong demand growth, as companies and decision-makers rethink how they travel.​ Designed in collaboration with Lila Design, the new livery takes a refined yet bold approach.The design plays with perspective and light, offering a different reading of the aircraf...

JSX becomes first to offer free, instant-access Starlink Wi-Fi across its ATR 42-600 fleet

As the first global launch customer for SpaceX’s Starlink in 2023, the award-winning public charter air carrier JSX is once again setting a new standard in aviation with the first-ever rollout of lightning-fast Wi-Fi across its fleet of fuel-efficient ATR 42-600 turboprop aircraft, now available on all flights.   JSX CEO Alex Wilcox commented: “As the g...

Joby brings electric air taxis to New York City in week-long flight campaign

Joby Aviation announced the completion of the first-ever point-to-point eVTOL air taxi demonstration flights in New York City’s history, marking the start of a week-long public campaign across the city’s existing heliport network. Framed against the most iconic skyline in the world, the campaign offers the first real-world demonstration of how electric air taxis, which are quiet a...

More Tecnam's wings in the sky - AERO2026 interview with Giovanni Pascale Langer

People often say the sky is the limit. When it comes to Tecnam Aircraft, the sky is more like their playground—the perfect place where all their models showcase their best capabilities. "Since 1948... and just getting started." The company gives the impression that building planes is simple—you just need a genuine passion for aviation, outstanding technical expertise, and the...

Elixir Aircraft signs a partnership with Skyzen for fleet management

Elixir Aircraft and Skyzen, a French SaaS solution specialized in airworthiness and aircraft maintenance management, announce the signing of a strategic partnership. This collaboration aims to ensure a smoother entry into service for the aircraft and to simplify maintenance and airworthiness management—part of Elixir Aircraft’s commitment to providing a one-stop-shop solution...

SkyDrive and West Nippon Expressway Company sign partnership agreement on advanced air mobility

SkyDrive signed new partnership agreement with West Nippon Expressway Company. Under the agreement, both parties will investigate the commercial feasibility of advanced air mobility eVTOL services based in expressway parking and service areas. SkyDrive successfully showcased demonstration flights of the SkyDrive SD-05 both at the Expo 2025 Osaka and at a second vertiport within...

Britten-Norman advances airborne 5G programme with BN2T-4S Islander prepared for system installation

Britten-Norman has delivered a key milestone in its collaboration with World Mobile Stratospheric, with the BN2T-4S Islander aircraft supporting the programme now prepared for the next phase of system integration. The aircraft is now ready for installation of the airborne 5G antenna system, marking a significant step forward in the development of aircraft-based connectivity solutions. The...

Jetfly Group launched global rebranding

Jetfly Group launched its global rebranding, effective 1st May 2026, covering all entities within the Group. This evolution reflects the Group’s continued expansion across European and international business aviation markets and introduces a clearer, more cohesive identity.  It supports Jetfly’s long-term development strategy, improves the visibility of its service offering, and r...

Records, firsts, growth: AERO 2026 showcases the strength of general aviation

The 32nd edition of AERO has set new records. A total of 860 exhibitors from 50 countries were represented at AERO, more than ever before. Visitor numbers also saw an increase: With around 37,000 visitors from 88 countries over the four days of the show, the figure from the previous year’s event (2025: 32,100) was once again significantly exceeded. The international nature of the partic...

Air Nostrum Engineering & Maintenance renews ATR Global Maintenance Agreement for five years

ATR and Air Nostrum Engineering & Maintenance Operations, the maintenance arm of the Spanish regional airline Air Nostrum and Mel Air, have renewed their Global Maintenance Agreement for a further five years. This extension marks a new milestone in one of ATR’s longest and most enduring customer relationships: ANEM has relied on ATR’s maintenance expertise ...

CAE and easyJet extend Multi-Crew Pilot Licence cadet training partnership for five years

CAE announced the reopening and five‑year extension of the Generation easyJet Multi‑Crew Pilot Licence programme, reinforcing its long‑standing partnership with easyJet and CAE’s role as the airline’s exclusive MPL training partner. The extension underscores the strength of CAE’s proven MPL training model and its role as a long‑term, trusted partner to airlines. Under t...